UP-55MD Instructions for Use

Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record these numbers in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. ____________________ Serial No. ____________________

WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED. To disconnect the main power, unplug the AC IN connector.

This symbol indicates the equipotential terminal which brings the various parts of a system to the same potential.

For the customers in the U.S.A. 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. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection again harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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For the customers in Canada This unit has been certified according to Standard CSA C22.2 NO.601.1.

For the customers in the U.S.A and Canada When you use this product connected to 240 V single phase, be sure to connect this product to a center tapped circuit.

Important safeguards/notices for use in the medical environments 1. All the equipments connected to this unit shall be certified according to Standard IEC60601-1, IEC60950-1, IEC60065 or other IEC/ISO Standards applicable to the equipments. 2. Furthermore all configurations shall comply with the system standard IEC60601-1-1. Everybody who connects additional equipment to the signal input part or signal output part configures a medical system, and is therefore, responsible that the system complies with the requirements of the system standard IEC60601-1-1. If in doubt, consult the qualified service personnel. 3. The leakage current could increase when connected to other equipment. 4. For this particular equipment, all accessory equipment connected as noted above, must be connected to mains via an additional isolation transformer conforming with the construction requirements of IEC60601-1 and providing at least Basic Insulation. 5. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause interference to other equipment. If this unit causes interference (which can be determined by unplugging the power cord from the unit), try these measures: Relocate the unit with respect to the susceptible equipment. Plug this unit and the susceptible equipment into different branch circuit. Consult your dealer. (According to standard EN606011-2 and CISPR11, Class B, Group 1)

Important EMC notices for use in the medical environments • The UP-55MD needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided in this instructions for use. • The portable and mobile RF communications equipment such as cellular phones can affect the UP-55MD.

Warning 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-55MD.

Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration-electromagnetic emissions The UP-55MD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the UP-55MD should assure that it is used in such an environment. Emission test

Compliance

Electromagnetic environment-guidance

Group 1

The UP-55MD 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 RF emissions Class B CISPR 11 Harmonic emissions

The UP-55MD 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.

Class A IEC 61000-3-2 Voltage fluctuations/ flicker emissions

Complies

IEC 61000-3-3 Warning If the UP-55MD should be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment, it should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity The UP-55MD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the UP55MD should assure that it is used in such as environment. Immunity test Electrostatic discharge (ESD)

IEC 60601 test level

Compliance level

Electromagnetic environment-guidance

±6 kV contact

±6 kV contact

±8 kV air

±8 kV air

Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If floors are covered with synthetic material, the relative humidity should be at least 30%.

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 differential mode

±1 kV differential mode

±2 kV common mode

±2 kV common mode

< 5% UT (> 95% dip in UT) for 0.5 cycle

< 5% UT (> 95% dip in UT) for 0.5 cycle

40% UT (60% dip in UT) for 5 cycles

40% UT (60% dip in UT) for 5 cycles

70% UT (30% dip in UT) for 25 cycles

70% UT (30% dip in UT) for 25 cycles

< 5% UT (> 95% dip in UT) for 5 sec

< 5% UT (> 95% dip in UT) for 5 sec

3 A/m

3 A/m

IEC 61000-4-2

Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment.

IEC 61000-4-5

Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations on power supply input lines IEC 61000-4-11

Power frequency (50/60 Hz) magnetic field

Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment. If the user of the UP-55MD requires continued operation during power mains interruptions, it is recommended that the UP-55MD be powered from an uninterruptible power supply or a battery.

Power frequency magnetic fields should be at least characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercial or hospital environment.

IEC 61000-4-8 NOTE: UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.

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Guidance and manufacturer’s declaration - electromagnetic immunity The UP-55MD is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the UP55MD should assure that it is used in such as 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-55MD, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation appliance to the frequency of the transmitter. Recommended separation distance

Conducted RF

3 Vrms

IEC 61000-4-6

150 kHz to 80 MHz

3 Vrms

d = 1.2 √P d = 1.2 √P 80 MHz to 800 MHz d = 2.3 √P 800 MHz to 2.5 GHz

Radiated RF

3 V/m

IEC 61000-4-3

80 MHz to 2.5 GHz

3 V/m

Where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is the recommended separation distance in meters (m). Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as determined by an electromagnetic site survey, a should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range. b Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with following symbol:

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. 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-55MD is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the UP-55MD should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the UP-55MD. b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.

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Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the UP-55MD The UP-55MD is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the UP-55MD can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (Transmitters) and the UP-55MD 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 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

0.01

0.12

0.12

0.23

0.1

0.38

0.38

0.73

1

1.2

1.2

2.3

10

3.8

3.8

7.3

100

12

12

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For transmitters rated a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance d in meters (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is 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.

Caution When you dispose of the unit or accessories, you must obey the law in the relative area or country and the regulation in the relative hospital.

Warning on power connection 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.

Warning on power connection for medical use Please use the following power supply cord. With connectors (plug or female) and cord types other than those indicated in this table, use the power supply cord that is approved for use in your area.

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United States and Canada Plug Type

HOSPITAL GRADE*

Cord Type

Min.Type SJT Min.18 AWG

Minimum Rating for Plug and Appliance Couplers

10 A/125 V

Safety Approval

UL Listed and CSA

*Note: Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the equipment is connected to an equivalent receptacle marked ‘Hospital Only’ or ‘Hospital Grade’.

For the customers in Europe The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC, medical devices, and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany; TEL: (0)711 5858 0; FAX: (0)711 5858 235. For any service or guarantee matters, please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. Caution Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacture. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacture’s instructions.

Table of Contents Introduction System Overview ... 8 Location and Function of Parts and Controls ... 8 Front Panel ... 8 Rear Panel ... 10 Monitor Display ... 10

Preparation Supplied Accessories ... 12 Connections ... 12 Connecting Video Equipment ... 13 Connecting the Video Monitor ... 14 Making Connections to Enable Remote Control ... 15 Before Printing ... 15 Loading an Ink Ribbon Cartridge ... 15 Inserting the Paper Tray/Loading Paper ... 18 Selecting the Input Signal ... 20 Setting Date and Time ... 21

Operation Making Full-Size Image Printouts ... 23 Making Printouts with the Desired User Set Number ... 25 Making Multiple Copies of Identical Printouts 27 Capturing Another Image While Printing ... 29 Making Variations of Printouts ... 30 Selecting the Memory Mode ... 30 Selecting a Memory Page ... 31 Making a Printout of Multiple Different Reduced Images ... 32 Making Printouts With Date or a Caption ... 37 Making Printouts With a Caption ... 37 Entering a Caption ... 38 Making Printouts with a Date ... 41 Deleting Images Stored in Memory ... 42 Setting the Function of the CLEAR Button ... 42 Deleting Images Stored in Memory ... 42 Erasing the Screen Display on the Video Monitor ... 44 Storing Image Data on a USB Flash Memory Device ... 45 Storing Image Data on a USB Flash Memory Device ... 45 Selecting the Printer Operation When the USB Flash Memory Device Becomes Full ... 46 Making Printouts with File Names ... 47

Adjustment Functions That Can be Set on Menus ...48 Menu Tree ...49 Basic Menu Operations ...50 Adjusting the Color and Picture Quality ...53 Compensating for the Input Signals ...53 Matching the Video Monitor Color to the Printer Color ...53 Adjusting the Printout Color ...54 When a Black Frame or Lines Show up on the Printouts ...57 Fitting the Printout to the Paper ...58 Adjusting the Color Balance ...58 Making Various Settings ...61 Assigning Functions to the Remote Control Unit ...61 Adjusting the Brightness of the Printer Window Display ...63 Selecting Whether the Operation and Error Tones Sound ...63 Setting the Baud Rate ...63 Displaying the Remaining Amount of the Ink Ribbon ...63 Registering a User Set ...63

Miscellaneous Precaution ...65 Safety ...65 Installation ...65 Before Transporting the Printer ...65 Cleaning ...65 Ink Ribbon and Paper ...66 Specifications ...66 Error/Warning Messages ...68 Error Messages ...68 Warning Messages ...69 Troubleshooting ...70 If Damage is Suspected ...70 If the Paper Jams ...71 Index ...74

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Introduction

Location and Function of Parts and Controls

Introduction

System Overview

For details, refer to the pages given in parentheses.

The UP-55MD is a color video printer that quickly and easily reproduces images from video equipment such as a VTR. The UP-55MD has the following features: • High picture quality and high print resolution The printer allows you to print out high resolution images in full color (with 256 shades per color, a total of more than 16,700,000 colors in all) in high resolution print mode (approximately 379 dpi). • Menu settings to meet your printer’s specifications By changing the menu settings for the printer, you can make various types of printouts. You can also add a caption to the printout. You can carry out ordinary printer operations using the buttons on your printer and you can set up the printer interactively by choosing settings from displayed menus. • USB host port The printer is equipped with a USB host port so that you can store image data captured in the printer in the USB flash memory in the JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) format. You can see the image data captured using a personal computer.

Front Panel

A PRINT indicator Lights while the printer is printing. B ALARM indicator (68) Lights in orange when the ink ribbon or paper is exhausted, the paper jams, or another problem occurs. C Printer window display Displays messages that also appear along the bottom edge of the monitor screen. The printer window display has a narrower display range and shows only a limited number of characters. Also displays the menu screen line at which the cursor is positioned. If an error occurs, a corresponding error message is displayed. The contrast of the printer window display can be adjusted on the SYSTEM SETUP menu. (“Adjusting the Brightness of the Printer Window Display” on page 63.) D Remote sensor (15) Aim the head of the remote control unit toward this sensor. E DISPLAY button (25, 44) When the regular screen is displayed, pressing this button toggles the screen display of messages such as Q1, A, etc., on and off regardless of the setting of

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F MENU button Press this button to display or clear the menus.

M

CAPTURE button Press this button to capture an image in a memory page.

N

PRINT button Press this button to make a printout.

O USB host port Insert the USB flash memory into this port.

G F/f/G/g (Cursor) keys Use to select a desired item from the menu. Also, these keys are used to position the cursor (green pointer) on the regular screen when capturing multiple reduced images. H CLEAR button (42, 43) Press this button to clear the images captured in the memory pages. Which images can be cleared with the CLEAR button depends on the setting made with the FUNCTION SETUP menu. When the clear function of this button is set to OFF, the buzzer sounds if you press the CLEAR button. I EXEC button Press this button to execute the values set with the COLOR ADJUST menu or to load a user set in the PRINTER SETUP menu and to register the user set in the SYSTEM SETUP menu. Also, this button is used to enter the characters of a caption in the CAPTION menu. J LOAD USER button Press this button to recall a registered user set. K

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MULTI PICTURE button (32) Press this button to select the desired printout type on the regular screen. When you press this button, the currently selected printout type is displayed for a few seconds. Each time you press this button, the type is switched in the following sequence: 1, 2, 4, 8, 1... The setting of MULTI PIX on the LAYOUT SETUP menu changes linked with the press of this button.

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the DISPLAY item in the OUTPUT SETUP menu. The setting of DISPLAY in the OUTPUT SETUP menu changes linked with the press of this button. When the menu is displayed, pressing this button temporarily clears the menu display. While this button is held down, the menu display disappears.

Note

Be sure not to insert a USB flash memory manufactured by other manufactures other than Sony Corporation. P STOP button (24) Press this button to stop continuous printing. The printer stops printing after finishing the printing item currently being printed. Q

SOURCE/MEMORY button Press this button to select which signal is to be output to the monitor. The memory image and source image are toggled each time you press this button.

R

MEMORY PAGE button (29, 32, 43) Press to select the memory page.

S Paper output slot Printed pages (printouts) are ejected here. Depending on the curled condition of printouts, the printer may stop printing and display the message “REMOVE PRINTS.” In such a case, remove the printouts accumulated on the paper tray. The printer will start to print the remaining copies automatically. T Paper tray (12, 18) Load paper into this tray. U ! POWER switch Press this switch to turn the printer on or off.

PRINT QTY (quantity) button (27) Press this button to set the number of copies on the regular screen. You can set any number up to 10. When you press this button, the currently selected number is displayed for a few seconds. The setting of PRINT QTY on the PRINTER SETUP menu changes linked with the press of this button. You can change the number of copies currently printed even when the printer is printing.

Location and Function of Parts and Controls

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75Ω ON/OFF switch: Normally set this switch to ON. Set it to OFF if the input signal should drop when you connect additional equipment to the video equipment.

Rear Panel

Introduction

H S-VIDEO IN/S-VIDEO OUT (S-video signal input/S-video signal output) connectors (13, 14) S-VIDEO IN connector: Used to connect to the video equipment with Y/C separated output connector. S-VIDEO OUT connector: Used to connect to the video equipment with Y/C separated INPUT connector.

A - AC IN connector (13, 14, 15) Use a proper power cord for your local power supply (not supplied). Refer to “Warning on power connection” on page 6 and “Warning on power connection for medical use” on page 6. B REMOTE 1 connector (special mini jack) (15) Used to connect an RM-5500 Remote Control Unit (not supplied) to be used as a wired remote control unit. C

REMOTE 2 connector (stereo mini jack) (15) Used to connect a RM-91 Remote Control Unit (not supplied).

D RS-232C connector (15) Used to connect a computer to control the printer. For details, contact your nearest Sony dealer. E Dip switches Used to set the video signal system to select either NTSC or PAL video system. When the dip switch 1 is set to the lower position, the NTSC video system is selected. When the dip switch 1 is set to the upper position, the PAL video system is selected. F OUTPUT (RGB/YCbCr/SYNC) connectors (13) Used to connect the video equipment with RGB/ YCbCr input connectors. G INPUT (RGB/YCbCr/SYNC) connectors/75Ω termination ON/OFF switch (13) INPUT connector: Used to connect the video equipment with RGB/YCbCr output connectors.

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Location and Function of Parts and Controls

I VIDEO IN/VIDEO OUT connectors (Composite video signal input/composite video signal output)//75Ω termination ON/OFF switch (13, 14) VIDEO IN connector: Used to connect to the video equipment with a composite video signal output connector. VIDEO OUT connector: Used to connect to the video equipment with a composite video signal input connector. 75Ω ON/OFF switch: Normally set this switch to ON. Set it to OFF if the input signal should drop when you connect additional equipment to the video equipment. J

Equipotential ground terminal connector Used to connect to the equipotential plug to bring the various parts of a system to the same potential. Refer to “Important safeguards/notices for use in the medical environments” on page 2.

Monitor Display When the printer is connected to the video monitor and you first turn on the printer, the following regular screen message appears. When the MENU button is pressed, the menu screen displayed.

For detailed information on the menu screen, see “Menu Tree” on page 49.

A Type of printout Indicates the type of printout. Two reduced images

Four reduced images

Eight reduced images

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Full-size image

A C (caption)/F (file name) display section C is displayed when the printer is set to print a caption. F is displayed when the printer is set to print a file name. B Remaining amount of ink ribbon display section Displays the remaining amount of ribbon (indicates the number of printouts that can still be made with the ribbon). C Message display section Messages are displayed. Usually messages are displayed on the top line of the screen. Urgent messages are displayed on the center of the screen. D S or M (image type) display section Indicates the type of image being displayed on the monitor screen. S (Source): The image from the input signal source is displayed on the screen. M (Memory): The image captured in memory is displayed on the screen.

When SEPARATE (image with white borders) is set to ON on the LAYOUT SETUP menu, the borders are displayed on the screen. B Position of the cursor Indicates the position where the cursor is currently placed and where an image will be captured. F Memory page display section Indicates the currently selected memory page. While the image in the memory page is being printed, the memory page indication blinks. The memory page whose memory image is queued to be printed blinks. G Q (print quantity) display Indicates the number of copies to be printed. This item blinks while the printer is busy. H Printer setting status display section The corresponding currently selected status is displayed when either MULTI PICTURE or PRINT QTY button is pressed.

E Printer operation mode display section Indicates the printer operation mode (type of printouts such as multiple reduced images). Position of the cursor: 1st position of four reduced images

Location and Function of Parts and Controls

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Preparation

Supplied Accessories The printer is packed together with the following accessories. Check that nothing is missing from your package. Preparation

Paper tray (1)

Connections To enable printing, video equipment to act as an input signal source, and a video monitor to display images or menus must be connected. The following diagrams illustrate how to make the input, output and remote control connections. Use this as a guide when connecting the cables required to transmit signals to and from the equipment to be used for printing. Notes

• Turn off the power of each device before attempting to make any connections. • Connect the AC power cord last.

Inserting a battery Ink ribbon holder (1)

Warranty card (1) (for the customers in the U.S.A and Canada only) CD-ROM (1) Before Using this Printer (1) Instructions for Use (1)

Notes

• Retain the original carton and packing materials in case you have to transport the unit in the future. • Remove the ink ribbon cartridge and paper tray when transporting the printer.

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Supplied Accessories / Connections

You can add a printing date on a printout below the image. Also, when a captured image is stored in a USB flash memory device, a time stamp indicating the time the image was captured is recorded. To make a printout with the correct time and record a correct time stamp, a properly charged lithium battery must be installed in the printer beforehand. For detailed information on how to set the date and time, see “Setting Date and Time” on page 21 and for the information on how to make a printout with a printing date, see “Making Printouts with a Date” on page 41.

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Open the front door.

2

Remove the battery cover.

Connecting Video Equipment Connect the video equipment providing the video images to be printed. Connect the video equipment which will be used in actual printing, using the following diagram as a guide. Before connecting the video equipment, see “Important safeguards/notices for use in the medical environments” on page 2. Preparation

3

Install the lithium battery. Face the + side up.

4

Replace the battery cover as it was, and close the front panel.

Notes on the lithium battery • A button type lithium battery (CR2025) (not supplied) is required. Do not use batteries other than the CR2025. • Keep the lithium battery out of the reach of children. • Should the battery be swallowed, immediately consult a doctor.

Connections

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monitor which will be used in actual printing, using the following diagram as a guide. 75-ohm termination switch a)

to wall outlet

to wall outlet

AC power cord (not supplied)

AC power cord (not supplied)

Preparation

to AC IN

to AC IN Dip switch

to VIDEO OUTPUT

to VIDEO INPUT

Connecting cable (with DIN 4-pin connectors) 75-ohm coaxial cable with BNC connectors

Dip switch a)

b)

to S VIDEO INPUT

to S VIDEO output connector

to RGB/YCbCr/ SYNC c) INPUT

75-ohm coaxial cable with BNC connectors

Connecting cable (with DIN 4-pin connectors)

75-ohm coaxial cable with BNC connectors

to S VIDEO OUTPUT

to S VIDEO input connector

to RGB/ YCbCr output connectors

to composite video output connector

to RGB/YCbCr/ SYNC OUTPUT b)

75-ohm coaxial cable with BNC connectors

to RGB/YCbCr input connectors c)

to composite video input connector Video equipment

a) Two kinds of 75 Ω termination switches are provided, one is for the RGB/YCbCr input and the other is for the composite video signal. Normally set this switch to ON. Set it to OFF if the level of the input signal drops because the signal is divided to additional video equipment other than the printer. b) Set the dip switches to match your video signal system. Set the switch 1 to the lower position to set the video signal system to NTSC. Set the switch 1 to upper position to set the video signal system to PAL. To switch the video signal system, turn the power off once, then change the setting. Then, turn the power on again. If you change the setting with the power on, this mode will not be switched. c) When YCbCr signal is input, it is not necessary to connect to the SYNC connector.r.

Connecting the Video Monitor Connect a video monitor to view captured images and to check those to be printed. Connect a suitable video

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Connections

Video monitor a) Set the dip switches to match your video signal system Set the switch 1 to the lower position to set the video signal system to NTSC. Set the switch 1 to upper position to set the video signal system to PAL. To switch the video signal system, turn the power off once, then change the setting. If you change the setting with the power on, this mode will not be switched. b) When connecting the video monitor only to the RGB/ YCbCr/SYNC OUTPUT connector without connecting to SYNC connector, set OUTPUT SYNC in the OUTPUT SETUP menu to ON. c) When YCbCr signal is output, it is not necessary to connect to the SYNC connector.

Making Connections to Enable Remote Control The printer can be controlled remotely by connecting an RM-5500 Remote Control Unit (not supplied), an RM91 Remote Control Unit (not supplied), or a personal computer. Computer a)

AC power cord (not supplied)

Before printing, but after mounting the paper tray on the printer and making the necessary connections (see “Connections” on page 12), perform the following as preparation. • Loading an ink ribbon (See below.) • Loading paper (See page 18.) • Selecting the input signal (See page 20.) • Setting the date and time (See page 21.)

Preparation

to wall outlet

Before Printing

Notes

RS-232C cable

to AC IN

to RS-232C

• Use the ink ribbon and paper contained in the same package as a pair. Before attempting to load an ink ribbon or paper, make sure that the combination of the ink ribbon and paper is compatible. • When either an ink ribbon or paper has been exhausted, replace both the ink ribbon and paper at the same time. • Use only ink ribbon and paper designed for use with this printer. Failing to do so is likely to result in malfunctions. (See“Ink Ribbon and Paper” on page 66.)

Loading an Ink Ribbon Cartridge to REMOTE 1

to REMOTE 2

Remote control connecting cable (supplied with the RM-5500)

RM-5500 b) (not supplied)

RM-91 (not supplied)

a) When connecting a personal computer, select the appropriate baud rate from the SYSTEM SETUP menu. (See “Setting the Baud Rate” on page 63.) b) You can also use the remote control unit as a wireless unit. In such a case, aim the head of the remote control unit at the remote sensor on the printer. With fresh batteries, the range of the remote control unit is about 3 meters.

To make printouts, an ink ribbon cartridge (an ink ribbon holder which has been loaded with an ink ribbon) and paper must be loaded. This section describes how to set the ink ribbon into the supplied ink ribbon holder and to load the ink ribbon cartridge in the printer. When you use the printer for the first time, start the operation to load the ink ribbon cartridge from step 4. Notes

• When you use the printer for the first time, the thermal head may be out of position. Before attempting to load the ink ribbon cartridge, turn on the power under the condition where the front door is closed so that the thermal head is placed at the correct position. • If a blank sheet of paper is ejected, and the message “RIBBON END” appears, the ink ribbon has been exhausted. Replace the paper together with the ink ribbon. Do not reuse the ejected blank paper. • Once an ink ribbon has been completely used up, replace it. An ink ribbon is 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 the ink ribbon will result in imperfect printing or malfunction of the head.

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1

Open the front door by pulling the front door toward you.

3

Detach the spent ink ribbon from the ink ribbon holder.

Pushing the ink ribbon spool that takes up the ink ribbon in the direction of the arrow, remove the spool from the side with the gray gear.

Preparation

2

Pushing the ink ribbon spool that sends the ink ribbon in the direction of the arrow, remove the spool from the side with the white gear.

Remove the ink ribbon cartridge.

4

Load the new ink ribbon into the ink ribbon holder. 1 Holding the ink ribbon firmly, remove the gear cover.

Gear cover

If you can not remove the ink ribbon cartridge The thermal head may be out of position. In such a case, close the front door, and turn the power off, then back on again. After a while, start the operation from step 1 again.

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Before Printing

To avoid dropping the ink ribbon, make sure that you hold it firmly.

2 Place the ink ribbon with the white gear as illustrated.

If the ribbon is left slack, it may be damaged when the ink ribbon cartridge is inserted into the printer.

1 Press the white gear of the ink ribbon. Match the color of the gear of the ink ribbon spool and the color of the ink ribbon holder.

Turn the gears in the direction of the arrows until any slack is eliminated and the magenta section of the ink ribbon appears.

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2 Press the other side of the ink ribbon until you hear it click into place.

3 Place the ink ribbon with the gray gear in the same way as explained in step 2.

5

Insert the ink ribbon cartridge until it stops.

1 Press the gray gear of the ink ribbon.

2 Press the other side of the ink ribbon until you hear it click into place.

If the ink ribbon cartridge cannot be inserted In such a case, close the front door, and turn the power off, then back on again. Insert the ink ribbon cartridge again.

4 Eliminate any slack in the ribbon by turning the gears.

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Close the front door.

Inserting the Paper Tray/Loading Paper To load paper in the paper tray and insert the paper tray into the printer, follow the procedure below. Be careful not to touch the printing surface of the paper. When you use the printer for the first time, start the operation to insert the paper tray from step 2. Notes

Preparation

Notes

When handling the ink ribbon: • Do not rewind the ink ribbon for reuse. • When handling the ink ribbon, be careful not to touch the surface of the ink ribbon. Dust or finger prints are likely to cause unsatisfactory printing or malfunction of the head.

• Use only the paper recommended. Failing to do so is likely to result in malfunctions such as paper jams. (See “Ink Ribbon and Paper” on page 66.) • When a blank sheet of paper is ejected and the message “RIBBON END” appears, the ink ribbon has been exhausted. Replace the paper together with the ink ribbon. Do not use the ejected blank paper. • Be careful when removing and inserting the paper tray. If you are not careful, you may drop the printer.

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Push the paper tray to remove it.

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Place the paper in the paper tray so that the printing surface faces up with the protection sheet on top.

When storing ink ribbon: • Avoid placing the ink ribbon in a location subject to: – high temperatures – high humidity – excessive dust – direct sunlight • Store a partially used ink ribbon in its original packaging. 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. Transparent tape

Notes

Turn the gray gear of the spool that takes up the ink ribbon in the direction of the arrow to remove any slack until the transparent tape cannot be seen.

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• Do not add only the paper. When the paper supply has been exhausted, replace both the ink ribbon and paper at the same time. If you add paper while printing, this may cause the paper jam. • When handling the paper, do not touch the printing surface. Dust or finger prints are likely to cause unsatisfactory printing or malfunction of the head. Grasp the paper by the printing surface protection sheet. • Load the paper so that it lays flat in the paper tray. If the paper is curled, it will overflow from the paper tray and paper may not be fed properly. Be sure to riffle the paper along with the

protection sheets before placing the paper in the paper tray.

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Slide the paper tray back into the printer until it clicks into place.

Riffle the paper with the protection sheet.

Preparation

Note

Place paper with the arrow pointing in the same direction as in the tray.

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Remove the protection sheet placed on the top of the paper.

If you cannot insert the paper tray completely, check whether any paper is left inside the printer. If you find a left sheet, slowly pull it straight out. How to use the paper eject stopper To keep ejected printouts on the paper tray, pull the paper eject stopper on the paper tray out until it clicks. Note

Do not leave more than 10 sheets of ejected printouts. Doing so may cause a paper jam.

Pull the paper eject stopper on the paper tray out until it clicks.

When storing the paper • Avoid storing the paper in a location subject to: – high temperatures – high humidity – excessive dust – direct sunlight • Use the original package for storing unused paper.

Before Printing

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Selecting the Input Signal

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Before printing, select the appropriate input signal (the input connector to which the signal to be printed is being input) VIDEO, S VIDEO, or COMP.

Select the desired input signal by pressing the G or g button. Highlight the desired input signal in green by pressing the G or g button. The selected input signal turns green and is spelled out.

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Source signal of the image to be printed

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Video monitor and printer window display (the selected input signal is spelled out)

V tVIDEO Signal from video equipment connected to the VIDEO IN connector

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Turn on the video monitor and the printer.

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Press the MENU button and display the INPUT SETUP menu by pressing the F, f, G or g button. Highlight IN in green by pressing the F, f, G or g button, then the INPUT SETUP menu appears.

Signal from video SV t S-VIDEO equipment connected to the S VIDEO IN connector Signal from video Ct COMP. equipment connected to the RGB/YCbCr/SYNC INPUT connectors

When you select COMP. When you use the RGB/YCbCr INPUT connectors to input the image data, select the appropriate type of the input signal. 1 Select INPUT FORM by pressing the f button. Highlight INPUT FORM in green by pressing the f button.

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Select INPUT SEL by pressing the F or f button. Highlight INPUT SEL in green by pressing the F or f button.

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Before Printing