ViewPlus InkConnect User manual

ViewPlus InkConnect
for VP Elite and Premier Embossers
Revision: 20160630

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Table of Contents
I. Introduction ............................................................................................................................................... 2
A. Preface ................................................................................................................................................ 2
B. FCC Compliance Statement................................................................................................................. 2
C. Safety Instructions .............................................................................................................................. 3
D. Specifications ...................................................................................................................................... 4
II. Installation ................................................................................................................................................ 5
A. Items in the Box .................................................................................................................................. 5
B. Unpacking............................................................................................................................................ 5
C. Hardware Attachment ........................................................................................................................ 6
D. Software Installation........................................................................................................................... 7
E. Ink Cartridge Installation ..................................................................................................................... 8
III. Set Defaults for the Printer ...................................................................................................................... 9
A. Windows Printer Defaults................................................................................................................... 9
B. Legacy Printer Defaults ..................................................................................................................... 12
C. Service Settings ................................................................................................................................. 13
IV. Braille, Translation and Printing ............................................................................................................ 15
A. ViewPlus Tiger Software Suite .......................................................................................................... 15
B. Fonts.................................................................................................................................................. 15
C. Math and Braille................................................................................................................................ 15
D. Printing.............................................................................................................................................. 16
V. Support, Maintenance and Warranty..................................................................................................... 16
A. Training and Support Packages......................................................................................................... 16
B. Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 16
C. Warranty ........................................................................................................................................... 17

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I. Introduction
A. Preface
ViewPlus InkConnect
For your Elite or Premier embosser
User's Manual
Congratulations on owning a ViewPlus InkConnect!
This HP Inkjet attachment for your Elite or Premier embosser allows you to easily add ink to all
your tactile documents. This manual will introduce you to the basic information regarding your
new ink attachment. The ViewPlus web site is another resource for information on your
ViewPlus product including examples, tutorials and other useful downloads.
Visit the website at: http://www.viewplus.com
Model Number VPT9034-00
B. FCC Compliance Statement
Compliance Statement (USA)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not
cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
•Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
•Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is
connected.
•Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
•FCC Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
Compliance Statement (Canada)
This digital apparatus is in conformity with standard NMB-003 of Canada.
Cet appareil numérique est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

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Compliance Statement (Germany)
Bescheinigung des Herstellers/Importeurs:
Hiermit wird bescheinigt, dass der Drucker der Maschinenlärminformationsverordnung 3. GSGV,
18.01.1991 entspricht: Der höchste Schalldruckpegel beträgt 70 dB(A) oder weniger gemäß EN27779-
1991.
Compliance Statement (Europe)
Warning: This product meets the interference requirements of EN55022. In a domestic environment, this
product may cause radio interference in which case, the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Compliance Statement (Korea)
This apparatus complies with CISPR22 requirements.
International Compliance
EN55022:2006 Emissions series
EN55024:1998 Immunity characteristics
EN61000-3-2:2006 Power line harmonics
EN61000-3-3:1995 Power line flicker
EN55024:1998 Electrostatic discharge
EN55024:1998 Radiated susceptibility
EN55024:1998 Electrical fast transient/burst
EN55024:1998 Surge
EN55024:1998 Conducted immunity
EN55024:1998 Input voltage interruptions/DIPS
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Compliance
ViewPlus BV complies with EU Directive 2002/96 regarding WEEE recycling; upon the conclusion of the
product lifecycle, please contact ViewPlus BV concerning proper disposal.
C. Safety Instructions
Read all the following safety instructions before using the ViewPlus InkConnect for your Tiger Elite or
Premier embosser. In addition, always follow all warnings and instructions marked on the printer itself.
All safety instructions listed in your Tiger Elite and Premier series embosser manual continue to apply.
•Do not place printer with ink attachment on an unstable surface.
•Do not place printer with ink attachment near a radiator or heat source.

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•Do not block or cover slots and openings in the printer's cabinet; do not insert objects through
slots.
•Use only the type of power source indicated on printer's label.
•Connect all equipment to properly grounded electrical outlets.
•Do not connect the ink attachment to any external power supply.
•Do not use frayed or damaged power cord.
•The use of an extension cord with the printer is not recommended.
•Detach printer from power during the ink attachment installation or removal process.
•Unplug printer before cleaning it; always clean it with a piece of damp cloth only.
•Do not spill liquid into printer or the ink attachment.
•Only adjust those controls that are covered by the operating instructions.
•Except as specifically explained in the user's manual, do not attempt to service the printer by
yourself.
•Detach the printer from power source and refer to qualified service personnel under the following
conditions:
oIf the power cord or plug is damaged.
oIf liquid has entered the printer or the ink attachment.
oIf printer or ink attachment have been dropped or the cabinet is damaged.
oIf the printer or ink attachment do not operate properly or exhibit a distinct change in
performance.
D. Specifications
ViewPlus InkConnect for Tiger Elite and Premier Embossers
Character Sets
Use any font at any size
Print Resolution
100 dots per inch
Print Speed
up to 110 combined print and braille characters per second in draft mode
(actual speed depends on embosser model)
Print Mechanism
Uses two HP C6602A cartridges, capacity: 15mg of ink, equals approx. 7
million characters
Paper Feed Method
Tractor feed only
Paper Size
Any tractor-fed braille or office paper 4-12 inches wide
Paper Weight
Any weight from thin computer paper (starting at 75 g/m2) to thick card
stock, photo paper or braille paper (up to 230 g/m
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Dimensions
Length
Width
Height
Weight
8.2 inches (20.9 cm)
22.3 inches (56.7 cm)
10.0 inches (25.4 cm)
14 pounds (6.35 kg)
Connectivity
USB or LAN connection through Tiger Elite or Premier embosser
Power Consumption
Standby < 0.5 W
Average Print 90 mA @ 5 V, 300 mA @ 42 V

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Computer Requirements
Operating System
Memory
Windows XP or later
256 MB or more
Embosser Requirements
Embosser type
Firmware
ViewPlus Elite or Premier embosser (if your embosser serial number is lower
than CEL2000100 for Elite 200, CEL1500100 for Elite 150, CPM1000100 for
Premier 100 or CPM0800100 for Premier 80, please contact ViewPlus
Technologies for information on upgrading your hardware)
Version 1.6.0 or later (if your embosser serial number is lower than
CEL2000100 for Elite 200, CEL1500100 for Elite 150, CPM1000100 for
Premier 100 or CPM0800100 for Premier 80, please contact ViewPlus
Technologies for a free firmware upgrade)
II. Installation
A. Items in the Box
•1 ViewPlus InkConnect for Tiger Elite and Premier embossers (embosser not included)
•1 installation CD with user's manual in html
•2 ink cartridges
•1 serial cable
B. Unpacking
•Remove the InkConnect and all its accessories from its packaging.
•Inspect the unit and its packaging for any damage.
•Save the packing material and box. If any damage occurred during shipping, most shipping
companies require the box and the packing material in order to settle the insurance claim. The
packing material must also be used to ship the InkConnect for warranty maintenance service.
•Follow the ViewPlus InkConnect Setup Instructions included with your other materials.

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C. Hardware Attachment
Before attaching the InkConnect, make sure that your Elite or Premier embosser is turned off.
To attach the InkConnect to the embosser, line up the hooks on the InkConnect with the pegs in the back
of the embosser. Insert the InkConnect hooks straight into the embosser and lower the InkConnect onto
the embosser pegs.
Shows the locations of the pegs in the back of the embosser
Shows the hooks on the InkConnect
Connect the InkConnect's serial port to the embosser's serial port with the provided serial cable.

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Shows the locations of the serial port connectors on the embosser and ink attachment
D. Software Installation
Please follow the easy steps that are part of your Setup Instructions to install your InkConnect driver. They
can also be found on your installation CD.

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E. Ink Cartridge Installation
To install ink cartridges, rotate the back lid of the InkConnect up.
Shows the InkConnect with the back lid open
The ink cartridge carriage will be accessible through the opening. Unpack the two ink cartridges included
with the InkConnect. Carefully remove the plastic tape covering the ink cartridge nozzles without touching
the nozzles.
Shows the plastic tape covering the ink cartridge nozzles
Hold a cartridge with the nozzles pointing down (the label will be up). The flat plastic tab should be toward
you so that the writing on the label is upside down. Insert the cartridge into one of the ink cartridge

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holders by placing the nozzle end in first and then pressing the side with the tab forward into the
InkConnect until the cartridge snaps into the holder.
Shows how to insert an ink cartridge
Install the second cartridge the same way, then close the lid.
The next time a print job is sent to the printer, a dialog will appear for each cartridge stating that a
cartridge change was detected. Choose the 'Yes' button on each cartridge's dialog to confirm that a new
cartridge was installed. This will ensure that the ink fill status of the cartridge is set at 100% when the
cartridge is full.
If an ink cartridge change dialog does not appear for one or both cartridges, or if you would like to reset
the ink fill status immediately without printing, the ink fill status can be set manually instead. To do this,
refer to the instructions for checking the ink fill status in Chapter III, Section C of this manual.
III. Set Defaults for the Printer
A. Windows Printer Defaults
After installation and setup are completed, changing your default settings to settings that will be used the
most often will save time in the future.
To set the default settings on your printer, enter the printer properties page for your Elite or Premier
embosser with InkConnect through Start>Printers and Faxes on Windows XP or Start>Control Panel>
Printers on Windows Vista, right click on your Elite or Premier and choose 'Printer Properties'.
To select the paper size you will most commonly use, click the 'Printing Preferences...' button on the
General tab. On the Layout tab of the Printing Preferences page, click the 'Advanced...' button. You will
now be able to select the paper size you will usually use from a drop down list. Please note that if you
later wish to use a paper size larger than what you have chosen on this page, you will need to adjust this
setting before printing.