Ricoh A741 manual Frequently Asked Questions Printing/Plotting

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10 Frequently Asked Questions: Printing/Plotting

10.1From which programs can I print?

Basically the user can print from any program (e.g. AutoCAD, Medusa, Architrion) or operating system (Windows, MacOS, UNIX) which can generate a document format which is supported by the Print Server.

The most commonly used format is HP-GL/2 (see also 10.7)

10.2Which printer drivers are available?

Printer drivers will be available for:

Windows NT, Windows '95* and ADI drivers for AutoCAD version 12 *, 13* and

14*

10.3Can we print grayscales with the A741 Repro system?

No, printing and scanning are limited to 2 grayscales (black & white) only. The use of gray scales is limited to copying only.

10.4If my program/operating system does not support the A741 Repro System (A741) printer, can I still print/plot?

If available select the HP DesignJet 650C, print to file and import this file into the Client program. The HP DesignJet 650C this is the most universal HP-GL/2 plotter emulation. (see also 10.1)

10.5Can we print from UNIX or Macintosh systems?

Yes, but respecting 2 conditions:

•The application or operating system (e.g. Sun's Solaris or the Mac OS) must be able to generate an output format like HP-GL/2, CalComp 906/907 or TIFF. (see also 10.7)

•The plot data must be transferred to the Print Server, either via a backup device or via a network. When using a network, the data can be sent directly to a spool directory. (see also 12.1, 12.2)

10.6Can we submit printjobs via e-mail?

Yes, it is not necessary to have a direct network connection to print/plot. By using the built-in e-mail facilities we can submit the print job as an e-mail message to the operator of the A741 Repro System Print Server. The printer operator can then print the job. (see also 12.4)

NOTE: this function will be available around September ’98.

10.7Which emulation's & file formats do we support?

The following list is divided in 3 groups. Emulation’s are typically the instructions sent to a plotter, the vector and raster formats are typically used for document storage on a computer.

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Contents A741 Controller Print Server Manual Page Introduction Page Table of Contents Direct Printing from Autocad A741 Repro Program Installing / Using Network ClientsFrequently Asked Questions General Frequently Asked Questions A741 Repro System OverviewFrequently Asked Questions Scanning Frequently Asked Questions PRINTING/PLOTTINGFrequently Asked Questions Image VIEWING/HANDLING Frequently Asked Questions NetworkGlossary Description of Lbtest Program File Formats SpecificationsA741 specifications basic A741 Repro SpecificationsA741 Repro functions Management Printer DriversA741 Repro functions Printing A741 Repro functions ScanningOptions Minimum PC specifications Server onlyA741 SIM InstallationEprom replacement New SIMulationsA741 internal cabling PC SpecificationsPCI card installation Size of paging file PC bios settingVarious hints & Tips on installation A741 Repro Software installation1 A741 Repro System Software installation Upgrading an existing installationPrint Server Manual A741 How do I de-install the A741 Repro System program? PC networking With a previous network installation Print Server PC Functional block diagram of A741 Repro SystemA741 General Trouble-shootingSigns of problems Problem listingSelect the correct PCI slot for the A741 Repro System card A741 produces blank pages when printingDetailed corrective actions Starting stopping Littlebear driver and rfxServer Each time I re-boot the Server PC, rfxServer will not startRfxServer will not start Cannot maximize Client window Use of the Event logA741 Press button on card Lbtest Commands Lbtest Version x.x, OptionsStarting the Lbtest program Print, Scan, test Button, or Fifo testsRe-starting or stopping the Littlebear driver and rfxServer Test command PrintTest command Fifo Test SelectionA741 Repro Server preparation Installing / Using Network ClientsInstalling the Repro Sytem from CD-ROM Installing Xi Repro Server/ Local Client system SystemMultiple Remote Clients Installing the Remote Client system on remote PC’sView the status of a remote A741 printer A741 Direct printing from AutoCAD A741 A741 Repro Program Introduction Setting program optionsImporting documents, how are they processed? Setting program defaultsUse of stamps Use of pensetsA741 Can I use an existing PC from the customer? Frequently Asked Questions GeneralWhat is the purpose of the Xi Repro System Print Server? Can I use the A741 Print Server for other jobs as well?Vector What is the difference between printing and plotting?What is rasterising? RasterWhat is vectorising? A741 Network block diagram Frequently Asked Questions A741 Repro System overviewA741 Frequently Asked Questions Printing/Plotting Can we print multiple documents? HP-GL & HP-GL/2Can we define custom pen sets? What is a penset?Can we do group or set printing? Can we add information text to each printed document?A741 Which image handling options does A741 Repro have? Frequently Asked Questions Image Viewing/HandlingCan we preview the document before plotting/printing? Can we modify the image before it will be printed?A741 Can we submit print jobs via e-mail? Frequently Asked Questions NetworkCan we print via a network? Which networks & protocols can we use?What protocols are compatible with the A741 Print Server? How are licenses configured for the A741 Print Server?Print Server Manual A741 A741 Frequently Asked Questions Scanning What is de-skew? Can we scan at a lower resolution to reduce the filesize?What is de-speckle? Do we provide any kind of accounting? Frequently Asked Questions Project ManagementWhat is the purpose of a project? A741 APS GlossaryAMS AsciiDPI FAQDOS Html GDIGUI HP-GLOCR IPX/SPXLAN PPM OSDPCL PDLTCP/IP ROMScsi SohoWysiwig TwainWPS A741 Purpose Of Document Lbtest CommandsCommand Command c Command s Command rCommand d Command wCommand t Command fCommand q Exit Lbtest Troubleshooting Print Server Manual A741 A741
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