Variquest Perfecta 2400PRO User manual

Perfecta® 2400PRO
Poster Design System
Quick Start & Introduction

Perfecta®2400PRO Quick Start
Introduction
This introductory document includes legal notices and safety instructions, describes the use
of the front panel and lists error messages that you may encounter. For further information,
contact your authorized VariQuest® Dealer.
Remember: Use only genuine VariQuest® Perfecta® Ink Cartridges
Legal Notices
© Copyright 2021, Varitronics®, LLC.
This manual is copyrighted with all rights reserved. No portion of this manual may be copied
or reproduced by any means without the prior consent of Varitronics, LLC.
While every precaution has been taken in preparation of this document, Varitronics
assumes no liability to any party for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions or
by statements resulting from negligence, accident or any other cause. Varitronics further
assumes no liability for incidental or consequential damages arising from the use of this
document. Varitronics disclaims all warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose.
Varitronics reserves the right to make changes without further notice to any product or system
herein to improve reliability, function or design.
This software and documentation are based in part on software and documentation under
license from Hewlett-Packard Company.
Copyright © 2021 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
Reproduction of this material, in part or whole, is strictly prohibited without the written
permission of Varitronics, LLC. For more information contact: Varitronics at 7200 93rd Ave N,
Suite 120, Brooklyn Park, MN 55445 USA.
Front Panel
The front panel gives you complete control of your printer. Home Screen Dynamic Icons
display information in the central area with current activity. The top menu (swipe down from
top) displays Dashboard Icons. Fixed Icons are on the bottom (normally not all displayed at
once).
1. Dashboard Icons
2. Home Screen Dynamic Icons
3. Fixed Icons
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Change printer settings.
View printhead information.
View ink supply information.
Return to home screen. Return to previous screen.
View current screen help.
View Wi-Fi direct information.
View connectivity status info and
to perform network configuration.
If a network cable is connected this
is displayed instead of the above.
Central area with other dynamic
information once clicked on.
Change options for the multi-sheet
tray, or to activate it.
Load, unload, and change options
for roll paper.
Load, unload, and change options
for single sheets.
Change the printer settings or print
reports.
View and configure ePrint.

Use the Multi-Sheet Tray
If a roll or single sheet is already loaded, you will have to touch Unload Roll and wait until it is
automatically unloaded. If no roll is loaded or the roll has run out of paper, the multi-sheet tray
is active by default.
1. On front panel, touch then then Use multi-sheet tray and adjust the input and
output tray extensions, depending on the length of the paper: the first extension is for A4
and the second extension for A3 paper.
Install Paper
Load Spindle
1. Open roll cover and remove spindle. Do not insert your ngers into spindle supports
during the removal process.
2. Remove blue paper stop from end of spindle and slide on new roll. Orient paper as shown.
3. Replace blue paper stop on open end of spindle and push toward roll.
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Install Ink
CAUTION!
Do not remove an ink cartridge while printing. Make sure you insert the ink cartridge into
the slot with the same colored letter as the cartridge you are installing.
To replace an ink cartridge:
1. With printer ON, open the window
2. Press in the ink cartridge to unlock it
3. Remove the ink cartridge
4. Insert the new ink cartridge
Load Paper Roll in Printer
1. From the front panel, tap then
Insert the spindle into the printer, holding it by both ends.
2. Insert edge of paper into printer and roll until you feel resistance. Do not push your
ngers inside paper path. When printer detects paper, it beeps and feeds in paper
automatically.
3. On front panel, select paper category and type. Touch More paper types to see more
types. Close roll cover and touch OK.
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2. Load sheets of paper into the tray with printed side facing outward. Ensure that the sheets
are all the same size.
3. Adjust tray to fit width of paper.
Connect the Design Center 2300 (DC2300) to the
Perfecta®2400PRO Printer
Before printing from the DC2300 to the Perfecta® 2400PRO Printer, you must first set up
the Design Center Software and the Perfecta 2400PRO.
Note: For further instructions on connection methods, please visit the User’s Guide at
resources.variquest.com
Select a Connection Method
Follow the tree chart to help identify what connection method is best for you.
Wi-Fi Direct - Method 1
Note: Easy to install - instructions on page 5
Wi-Fi Direct is a connection that allows for device-to-device communication, linking
devices together without a network.
Advantages:
• No IT required
• No additional cords required
• Printer and Design Center are off the network
Disadvantages:
• You are unable to get access to the internet or Google Drive™ online storage
service without disconnecting from the printer
• You are unable to print from multiple locations across the school
Direct USB Wired Connection - Method 2 (Preferred Method)
Note: Easy to install - instructions on page 5
Advantages:
• No IT Required
• Printer and Design Center are off the network
• This ensures connection if you are having difficulty keeping a strong connection
between the Perfecta 2400PRO Printer and Design Center
Disadvantages:
• Design Center/PC and printer need to be in close proximity.
School Network Using Wi-Fi - Method 3
Note: Medium difficulty to install - instructions on page 5
Advantages:
• Access to school network and Internet access with Google Drive™
Disadvantages:
• IT involvement
• The printer may be discovered by others on the network involvement
School Network Using Network (ethernet) Cable - Method 4
Note: Medium difficulty to install - Access the User’s Guide, located at
resources.variquest.com Requires additional ethernet cord (not included)
Advantages:
• Access to school network and internet access with Google Drive™
• Printer is off the network and not discoverable without a password
Disadvantages:
• IT Involvement
• Requires an additional ethernet cord
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Still not sure which connection is best for you or looking for more information on each
connection method? Review the chart to the right for more details.
Do you want access to the internet/your network?
Wired or wireless
connection?
Configure using
Wi-Fi Direct
Connection.
Configure using
School Network
Using Wi-Fi
Use Direct
USB Wired
Connection.
Uses a USB
cable that is
included with
your Perfecta®
2400PRO.
Configure using
School Network with
an ethernet cable.
Ethernet cable not
included. Complete
instructions are in the
Perfecta® 2400PRO
User Guide.
Do you want your printer
on your network?
No
Wireless
Easy
Wireless
Yes
Wired
Easy
Wired
No
Yes
Method 2 Method 4Method 1 Method 3

Conguring DC2300 & Perfecta 2400PRO on the School
Network via Wi-Fi - Method 3
Both the DC2300 and Perfecta 2400PRO printer must be connected to your local network
before starting this process.
1. On the Perfecta 2400PRO, swipe down on the dashboard or tap the top menu, touch
on the top left, then scroll down and touch Network setup > Wireless settings.
2. Select Wireless Setup Wizard. The printer will search for wireless routers.
3. Choose a Network Name, then enter the Password. Touch Apply when done.
4. In the Connection Successful menu, touch OK.
5. Start the DC2300. The Design Center Software launches automatically.
6. In the Welcome screen, touch OK, follow the setup options by going under Workroom
Assistant > Setup > Output Devices - then select the Perfecta® 2400PRO by checking
the box and clicking OK.
7. You will then be prompted to enter your school mascot and name. Once you have
completed entering this information, click OK and you will be taken back to the Menu
screen where the Perfecta 2400PRO icon will be present.
8. Now, go back into Workroom Assistant > Setup > Network Connection, then select
the printer you would like to connect with the DC2300.
Congure DC2300 & Perfecta®2400PRO via
Wi-Fi Direct - Method 1
Note: This is a direct wireless connection and does not use any external networks.
1. On the Perfecta® 2400PRO Printer, setup your Wi-Fi Direct connection.
Turn on Wi-Fi Direct:
a. Drag down or tap the top menu
b. Touch on the top left
c. In the Setup menu, select Wi-Fi Direct
d. In the Wi-Fi Direct Settings menu, toggle Wi-Fi- Direct to ON.
e. In the Connection Method, choose Manual, then touch to exit.
To Verify Wi-Fi Direct connection:
a. Drag down or tap the top menu
b. On the info menu, verify the printer is connected by scrolling up or down to find the
correct printer (e.g., Direct-xx HP DesignJet T250). If Wi-Fi Direct is connected, the
Wi-Fi Direct network name and password will display.
2. Start the DC2300. The VariQuest® Software launches automatically.
3. Immediately connect the DC2300 to the Perfecta 2400PRO printer with
Wi-Fi Direct Connection (i.e., DIRECT-xx HP DesignJet T250) using the
Windows Wireless Network utility on the bottom right of your screen.
Note: You may need to minimize the VariQuest Software in order to see the
utility.
4. Once connected, focus your attention back onto the VariQuest Software.
5. In the Welcome screen, touch OK, follow the setup options by going
under Workroom Assistant > Setup > Output Devices - then select the
Perfecta 2400PRO by checking the box and clicking OK.
6. You will then be prompted to enter your school mascot and name. Once you have
completed entering this information, click OK and you will be taken back to the Menu
screen where the Perfecta 2400PRO icon will be present.
7. Now, go back into Workroom Assistant > Setup > Network Connection, then select the
Perfecta 2400PRO
8. On the right side under Network Printer Settings select Wi-Fi Direct. Select OK.
9. You are now able to print from the DC2300 to the Perfecta 2400PRO.
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Direct USB Wired Connection – Method 2
1. Power on the Perfecta® 2400PRO and wait for the printer to fully power up.
2. Connect the USB cable (provided) from your Perfecta 2400PRO to one of the open USB
ports located on the Design Center 2300.
3. Press the power button on the Design Center 2300.
4. When the VariQuest® program launches, wait a few moments for the Design Center 2300
to recognize the printer.
5. On the Welcome Screen, proceed with the initial setup tasks.

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Mobile Printing from an iOS Device
You can print directly from your smartphone or tablet in just a few simple steps wherever
you are using your mobile iOS device. Method 1 is for printing from a mobile device when
both your printer and device are connected to the internet. Method 2 is for printing without
connecting to a wireless network.
Note: Mobile printing is also supported for Android depending on the version of your device.
To print from Android™ devices, download the HP Print Service Plugin app from Google Play.
Print via Wireless Internet using iOS Device
1. Connect the Perfecta 2400PRO printer and your device to the local internet. Make sure
your mobile device has Wi-Fi enabled.
Note: The mobile device and printer Wi-Fi must be connected to the same internet.
2. On your mobile device, choose the document you want,
then touch Print.
3. Select your Printer (e.g., DIRECT-xx HP DesignJet).
4. Select paper size and other options (e.g., paper size, color,
black & white).
Note: The print will automatically size itself to how it was designed. To print on the size
of the loaded paper, you must select it.
5. When done, touch Print. The document will be sent
to the Perfecta 2400PRO printer.
Print without Wireless Network using iOS Device
To connect the printer to your phone without using a wireless network, you must use
Wi-Fi Direct.
1. On the printer, Swipe down on the dashboard or tap the top menu, and touch
on the top left.
2. Select Setup and choose Wi-Fi Direct.
3. In Wi-Fi Direct Settings menu, make sure Wi-Fi Direct is ON. The Connection Method will
indicate Manual but you will need to change it to Automatic.
4. When the Wi-Fi Direct Setting is changed to Automatic, touch button, then swipe
down or tap the top menu again to view the Info tab which displays your printer
information. Look for the Wi-Fi Direct Password.
Note: You may need drag down and click on the printer (e.g., DIRECT-xx HP DesignJet)
to see the full password.
9. On the right side under Network Printer Settings select School Network where it will
then prompt you to enter your Perfecta® 2400PRO IP address. Once entered, select OK
and OK again (Find the printers IP address by dragging down or tapping the top menu of
the printer screen and scrolling up or down on the Info menu. The IP address will be
present 2nd from the top).
10. Go back to the Menu screen and the Perfecta 2400PRO icon should be present, so you
are able to print from the DC2300 to the Perfecta 2400PRO.

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5. Now, on your phone, under Wi-Fi selection, select the printer (e.g., DIRECT-xx-HP-
DesignJet) and when prompted, enter the password from the Info screen.
6. On your mobile device, select a document, then touch Print and select your Printer (e.g.,
DIRECT-xx HP DesignJet).
7. Select the paper size and other options you want (e.g., paper size, color, black & white).
Note: The print will automatically size itself to how it was designed. To print on the size
of the loaded paper, you must select it.
8. When done, touch Print. The document will be sent to the Perfecta® 2400PRO Printer.
Technical Support
For technical assistance, please contact your Authorized VariQuest® Dealer or the
VariQuest® Technical Support Team:
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: [phone]
Additional information can be found in the User’s Guide located at resources.variquest.com.

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