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 RadialPrint™ Technology (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
Chapter 1
Introduction
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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Introduction
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Your Printer at a Glance
These drawings show the front and back of the printer. The numbers in the illustrations correspond
to the printer part names listed below the figure.
1Front cover
2Disc tray
3Power status (see "Printer Status Lights" on page 41 for information)
4Top cover
5Ink status (see "Printer Status Lights" on page 41 for information)
6Front cover release levers (see "Opening the Front Cover" on page 42 for information)
7USB connection
8Power connector
About Discus for DYMO Software
Included with your new printer is Discus for DYMO software. Discus for DYMO software is a
powerful application that allows you to create professional looking CD/DVD designs with a
minimum amount of effort. In addition to printing disc designs on the DiscPainter printer, you can
design and print jewel case covers and inserts, and other types of projects on a standard inkjet
printer. Refer to the Discus for DYMO Online Help for complete information.
You can also print to the DiscPainter printer from other design applications, such as Adobe
Photoshop
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or Illustrator®. See "Printing to the DiscPainter Printer" on page 19.
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Important Notes
Below are some things to keep in mind when printing.
• Use only inkjet-printable discs. These usually have a white printing surface. Inkjet-printable
discs are available from your local office supply retailer or online at www.dymo.com.
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• Only use DYMO-branded inkjet cartridges.
• Do not open the top cover or front cover during printing.
• After printing, wait for the ink to dry completely before touching the disc to avoid smearing
the ink and handle the discs only by the edges.
For More Information
The table below provides a road map to all the DiscPainter-related instructional information.
InformationLocation/How to Access
Quick Start GuideIncluded in product package.
For More Information
DiscPainter Printer
User Guide
Provides complete instructions for using the printer.
Mac OS: Located in the DiscPainter application folder or the Help menu in the
Discus for DYMO software.
Windows: Accessed from the Start menu on the Windows desktop or the Help
menu in the Discus for DYMO software.
Discus for DYMO
Online Help
DiscPainter Web siteUse a Web browser to go to: www.dymo.com/discpainter
Provides complete information about the Discus for DYMO software.
Mac OS: Accessed from the Help menu in the Discus for DYMO software.
Windows: Accessed from the Start menu on the Windows desktop or the Help
menu in the
Complete information about DiscPainter, including the most recent versions of
the software and this User Guide, are available on the DiscPainter W eb site
Discus for DYMO software.
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Introduction
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This chapter describes how the DiscPainter printer works with inkjet-printable discs.
Non hub-printable disc
Hub-printable disc
Hub
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 hubprintable. 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.
Chapter 2
Working with Discs
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 FinishChar acteristics
MatteDull, flat, non-glossy
GlossyLustrous, shiny
Silver or ColorReflective, mirror-like. Red, blue, green and other colors are also available.
Water-resistant/
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.
Resistant to smearing and color bleeding from contact with liquids.
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Working with Discs
Loading Discs
Drying Time
Drying times will vary based on the disc type and ink density used. Most discs should dry within
seconds; however, depending on ink density, some discs may require much longer to dry. In
general, do not touch the printed surface until you are sure it is dry and only handle the disc by
holding the edge.
Note The printer is designed to print only on inkjet-printable discs. If you print onto discs that are
not inkjet-printable, the ink will not dry correctly and may pool. Not using inkjet-printable discs
may damage your printer.
Designs containing large amounts of black color may be damp after printing. To avoid this, reduce
the amount of black in the design.
Keep the following important points in mind when loading discs into the printer:
• Never remove a disc during printing (while it is spinning). Always wait for the disc to stop
spinning. The ink status light will blink yellow, which indicates that the disc is finished
printing.
• Avoid touching the bottom part of the disc. Always handle the disc by its ou ter edge. You can
also support the disc by inserting a finger through its center hole.
• Always use an inkjet-printable disc.
• Before printing, make sure the disc size and other characteristics (finish, hub printable/non-hub
printable, and so on) match the settings defined for the printer. See "Controlling Print Quality/
Speed" on page 17 for information on controlling the printer.
• Make sure you insert the disc with the printable surface facing up. The printable surface is
typically white, but can also be silver, red, blue, green, or other colors, depending on the disc’ s
finish. See "About Printable CDs/DVDs" on page 5 for information.
To load a disc into the printer
1 Carefully raise the front cover to its upright position.
The ink status light on top of the printer blinks yellow.
2 If another disc is already on the disc tray, remove the disc, touching the disc only on the outer
edges.
3 Place the blank disc onto the center spindle in the disc tray with the printable side up.
4 Carefully lower the front cover.
The Ink LED stops blinking. This indicates that you are ready to print on the disc.
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Caring for Discs
This section contains information on how to care for your discs.
Keep the following tips in mind:
• Always place discs back in their protective covers when not in use.
• Make sure the printing is completely dry before inserting a disc into its cover. If you are not
To clean the printable side of a disc
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Note Avoid getting moisture on the printable surface of the disc. Moisture can smear the ink.
Caring for Discs
sure the ink is completely dry, leave the disc to set overnight.
Using a clean, dry, lint-free cloth, gently wipe off the disc.
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Working with Discs
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Printing from Mac OS
The chapter describes how to print on a DYMO DiscPainter printer from Mac OS and covers the
following topics:
• Controlling printer features
• Printing from other software
Note See "Using Printer Services" on page 23 for information about using printer services from
Mac OS or Windows.
Controlling Printer Features
You can control several printer features for your DYMO DiscPainter printer, including:
• Print quality
• Ink density
• Inner and outer diameter
Chapter 3
Note This section describes how to define print options when using your DiscPainter printer with
other applications. For information on using the printer with the Discus for DYMO software, see
the Discus for DYMO Online Help.
To control printer features
1 From any application that supports printin g, select Print from the File menu.
The Print dialog box is displayed.
2 Select DiscPainter from the Printer menu.
3 Select Printer Features from the menu below the Presets menu.
The Printer Features properties are displayed.
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Printing from Mac OS
4 Make any necessary adjustments to the settings. The settings are described in detail in this
chapter.
5 When you are finished selecting printer features, click Print.
Controlling Print Quality
You can choose from several print quality options. In general, higher quality print requires longer
print times. Print speed depends on many factors: the amount of computer memory you have, the
complexity of your design, the number of colors in your design, and so on.
The Print Quality options are described below.
Print Quality
/Speed Option
Fast
Normal
Best
Note The print time mentioned above is measured from the time the print tray moves into printing
Description
Uses image smoothing and halftoning to produce full-color print quality.
Produces full-color print quality superior to Fast mode; the resulting image is sui table
for most applications. Images require about twice as long to print as in Fast mode.
Produces the best full-color print quality available. Images require about twice as long
to print as in Normal mode.
position.
To select a Print Quality option
♦ From the Print dialog box, select the quality you want from the Print Quality drop-down list.
Controlling Ink Density
You can easily adjust the density of the ink printed on discs. Less ink results in images that are less
dense; more ink results in denser images. In general, the disc’s finish (matte, glossy, silver, and so
on) determines the ink density you should use. See "About Prin table CDs/DVDs" on page 5 for
details about the various types of printable discs.
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Controlling Printer Features
The Ink Density control on the DiscPainter Properties dialog box has nine settings.
SettingDescription
Matte 1 - 5
Glossy 6 - 7
Color 8 - 9
Uses less ink and printed image is less dense. Recommended setting for inkjetprintable discs with a matte finish. Default setting is Matte 5.
Uses slightly more ink than the matte settings. Recommended setting for inkjetprintable discs with a glossy finish.
Uses more ink and printed image is more dense. Recommended setting for inkjetprintable discs with a silver or color finish.
Experiment with the settings to see what works best for your inkjet-printable media.
To select the ink density
From the Print dialog box, select the setting that you want to use from the Ink Density drop-
♦
down list.
You might find that you prefer settings other than those recommended. Select a finish (matte,
glossy, or color) that matches your disc. If the results are not what you expected, try printing with a
different ink density setting.
Controlling Disc Settings
As with any other printer, the paper size selected determines the area to be printed. Before printing,
you must make sure that the Paper Size selected matches the disc that you are going to print on.
Four paper sizes are pre-defined for the printer:
• Standard (120 mm) Hub Printable
• Standard (120 mm) Non-Hub Printable
• Mini (80 mm) Hub Printable
• Mini (80 mm) Non-Hub Printable
Default Inside Diameter and Outside Diameter values are assigned to each of the paper size
options. However, you can change these values if you need to expand or reduce the printable area
on the disc (see "Customizing the Inner and Outer Diameter" on page 12 for information).
To select the disc setting
1 Choose Page Setup from the File menu.
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Printing from Mac OS
2 Select Page Attributes from the Settings drop-down list.
3 Select DiscPainter from the Format for drop-down list.
4 From the Paper Size drop-down list, select th e disc settingthat matches the size and type of
inkjet-printable disc you are using.
5 Click OK.
Customizing the Inner and Outer Diameter
You can customize the inner and outer diameters appropriate for the discs you are using. The inner
and outer dimensions of inkjet-printable discs are not standardized and you might find that you
need to specify different inside and outside diameter values to match the discs you buy.
For example, if you find that a batch of inkjet-printable discs you purchase has a printable area
between 25 mm and 118 mm, you can specify 25 mm for the Inner Diameter and 118 mm for the
Outer Diameter. With these settings, designs you print would appear in the area 25 mm to 118 mm
from the disc’s center.
To control the Inner and Outer Diameter
♦ From the Print dialog box, select the desired inner and/or outside diameter from the Inner
Diameter in MM and/or Outer Diameter in MM drop-downs, respectively.
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Printing Multiple Copies
You can easily print multiple copies of the same disc image. After each print job is finished
printing, the Ink LED on top of the printer blinks yellow to indicate the print job is finished. You
can then remove the finished disc and insert a blank disc for the next print job.
When printing multiple copies, you can configure the printer to beep after each disc is finished
printing to let you know when to insert a new disc.
To turn on the disc-finished-printing beep
♦ Select Beep When Finished Printing check box.
Printing to the DiscPainter Printer
Printing to the DiscPainter Printer
This section describes the steps required to print images to your printer from applications other than
the Discus for DYMO software. The printing process varies to some degree with different
applications. Sample files for several common applications are provided to simplify printing from
these programs.
For details about printing using a particular program, see the documentati on incl uded with that
program. For information on using the printer with the Discus for DYMO software, see the D iscus for DYMO Online Help. Below are some general tips on using the printer with other applications.
To configure your application to print to the DiscPainter printer
• Set up a paper size that matches the size of the disc you are using.
For example, if printing to a Standard (120 mm, 4.7") disc, set up a paper size of 120 mm wide
and 120 mm high; if printing to a Mini (80 mm, 3.15") disc, set up a paper size of 80 mm wide
and 80 mm high.
• Set all the margins to 0.
The new document is a 120 mm or 80 mm square with no margins on any of the four sides. By
defining the appropriate paper size, your design will be centered on the paper.
Using Sample Files
Sample files for several popular graphics design programs are included in the Sample Documents
folder. These sample files contain the proper page settings for printing a CD/DVD design to the
DiscPainter printer.
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