Dymo DiscPainter manual Introduction, Printer Overview and Features, System Requirements

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Chapter 1

Introduction

This chapter introduces the DYMO DiscPainter printer and covers the following topics:

Printer overview and features

System requirements

DiscPainter printer at a glance

Important notes for printing on discs

Road map for finding more information

Printer Overview and Features

The DiscPainter CD/DVD printer is a color inkjet printer that prints high-quality graphics, text, and images directly onto inkjet-printable CDs and DVDs with ease and accuracy. Set up is quick and easy, and can be accomplished in just a few minutes. Regardless of your content (music, video, or data), you can print attractive, professional-looking text and graphics on discs without using clumsy adhesive labels.

Below are some of the printer’s most important features:

Prints clear, attractive designs onto the printable side of CDs and DVDs

Prints high-resolution, color text and images using RadialPrintTechnology (up to 1200 dpi)

Prints on 120 mm and 80 mm inkjet-printable discs

Supports full-coverage (hub-printable) discs

Includes Discus for DYMO software so that you can create your own custom designs

System Requirements

The DiscPainter printer system requirements are as follows:

Mac OS System Requirements

Mac OS® v10.3/10.4

512 MB RAM

USB port (USB 2.0 certified high-speed device works with USB 1.1)

700 MB hard disk space

Windows System Requirements

Windows® XP

512 MB RAM

USB port (USB 2.0 certified high-speed device works with USB 1.1)

700 MB hard disk space

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Contents CD/DVD Printer User Guide Copyright Contents Page Introduction Printer Overview and FeaturesSystem Requirements Mac OS System RequirementsImportant Notes Your Printer at a GlanceAbout Discus for Dymo Software Menu in the Discus for Dymo software For More InformationIntroduction About Printable CDs/DVDs Working with DiscsLoading Discs Caring for Discs Working with Discs Printing from Mac OS Controlling Printer FeaturesControlling Ink Density Controlling Print QualityControlling Disc Settings Customizing the Inner and Outer Diameter Printing Multiple Copies Using Sample FilesPrinting to the DiscPainter Printer General Printing Instructions About the DiscPainter Status Monitor Printing From WindowsControlling Print Options Controlling Print Quality/Speed To select the Disc Settings option Restoring Default Settings To print using the sample files General Printing Instructions Printing From Windows Handling Inkjet Cartridges Using Printer ServicesCaring for Your Printer Checking the Ink Level Purchasing New Inkjet Cartridges Cleaning the Inkjet CartridgeReplacing the Inkjet Cartridge To replace the inkjet cartridge Repacking the Printer for Travel Cleaning the PrinterTo repack the printer Repacking the Printer for Travel Caring for Your Printer Sharing a Printer on a Network Printing Over a NetworkPrinting to a Shared Printer from Mac OS Adding a Shared Printer Click Start and select Printers and Faxes Printing to a Shared Printer from WindowsSelect Share this printer Installing a Network PrinterFrequently Asked Questions Frequently Asked Questions How do I pack the printer for travel? Frequently Asked Questions Installation Problems TroubleshootingWindows Installation Problems Mac OS Installation ProblemsError Messages Printing ProblemsInk Level Appears Empty Printer Status LightsPrinting is Too Light or Dark Smudges Appear Outside of DesignClick Continue Opening the Front CoverTo open the disc lid when it is locked Troubleshooting Physical Specifications Printer SpecificationsPower Specifications Disc Service, Duty Cycle, and Warranty SpecificationsWaste from Electric & Electronic Equipment Weee Limited WarrantyDeclaration of Conformity Page Printer Specifications Index