Dymo DiscPainter manual Working with Discs, About Printable CDs/DVDs

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Chapter 2

Working with Discs

This chapter describes how the DiscPainter printer works with inkjet-printable discs.

About Printable CDs/DVDs

Inkjet-printable CDs and DVDs are available in two basic sizes (diameters): Standard size (120 mm) and Mini size (80 mm).

Inkjet-printable discs can be hub-printable (also called full face or full coverage) or non hub- printable. Hub-printable discs allow you to print close to the inner edge of the center hole, while non hub-printable discs have a larger unprintable area at the center of the disc.

Hub	Non hub-printable disc

Hub-printable disc

Note The printer does not support printing on business card discs.

Inkjet-printable discs are available with a variety of surface finishes, which are described below.

Disc Surface Finish	Characteristics

Matte	Dull, flat, non-glossy

Glossy	Lustrous, shiny

Silver or Color	Reflective, mirror-like. Red, blue, green and other colors are also available.

Water-resistant/	Resistant to smearing and color bleeding from contact with liquids.
Water-proof

Note Different disc finishes require different ink densities (the amount of ink deposited by the printer) in order to optimize print quality. You can adjust the ink density for the various types of disc finishes. See "Controlling Ink Density" on page 10 (Mac OS) or page 18 (Windows) for information.

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Contents CD/DVD Printer User Guide Copyright Contents Page Introduction Printer Overview and FeaturesSystem Requirements Mac OS System RequirementsYour Printer at a Glance About Discus for Dymo SoftwareImportant Notes 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 Using Sample Files Printing to the DiscPainter PrinterPrinting Multiple Copies 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 Using Printer Services Caring for Your PrinterHandling Inkjet Cartridges Checking the Ink Level Cleaning the Inkjet Cartridge Replacing the Inkjet CartridgePurchasing New Inkjet Cartridges 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 Printing Over a Network Printing to a Shared Printer from Mac OSSharing a Printer on a Network 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 SpecificationsLimited Warranty Declaration of ConformityWaste from Electric & Electronic Equipment Weee Page Printer Specifications Index