iSys iTerra Lite Color Inkjet Printer User Manual

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iTerra Lite

User Guide

Rev 002

Table of Contents

Ordering Replacement Supplies	4
Unpacking	5
Interface Setup & Configuration	5
Driver Installation for Windows XP	6
Driver Installation for Windows Vista	15
Connectivity Interface Change (Parallel to Network)	23
Connectivity Interface Change (Network to Parallel)	24
Printing Preferences	26
Loading Consumables	27
Print media	27
Installing fan fold paper	27
Install ink cartridges	27
Installation of the Desktop Input and Output media Trays	28
Desktop input tray installation	28
Desktop output tray installation	29
Installation of the Rack Input and Output Media Trays	30
Rack mount input tray installation	30
Rack mount output tray installation	31
Installation of optional rack input bottom tray (for rack install only)	32
Operation	33
Menu guide settings	33
Changing menu settings	33
Menu options	33
Maintenance	35
Replacing ink cartridges	35
Print engine expectant life cycle	35
Removal of old print engine	36
Installing a new print engine	38
Troubleshooting	39
Service & Support	42
Specifications	42
Functional	42
Electrical	43
Physical	43
Operating environment	43
Safety Information	43
Warranty	46

iSys is an ISO 9001 Registered Firm

Thank you for selecting the iTerra Lite. iSys will make every effort to assist you with operation of your new printer. It is our sincere desire that your ownership experience meets your highest expectations.

This user guide is provided to help you easily install and operate your new printer. It contains important information on the features and functions of the iTerra Lite. Please read this manual before using the printer, in particular the Installation and Operation Chapters, and the “Regular Maintenance” section in the Maintenance Chapter. Pay special attention to warnings, cautions and notes.

WARNING: A WARNING indicates the potential for personal injury.

CAUTION: A CAUTION provides additional information which, if ignored, may result in equipment malfunction, damage or personal injury.

NOTE: A NOTE indicates special attention is required.

This Symbol indicates an area of possible concern due to static discharge into the circuitry. When you see this symbol in the manual, please observe proper precautions to minimize damage to circuitry.

ILLUSTRATIONS: Illustrations and components are representative only. Your unit may differ slightly from those pictured in this document.

Need Help?

If you require additional assistance or information, please contact the iSys Technical Support team at:

iSys - The Imaging Systems Group Inc.

911 28th Street N.E.

Calgary, AB T2A 7X1

Canada

Toll Free in North America: 1-800-415-4797

Phone: (403) 204-5212

Fax: (403) 204-1971

E-mail: support@isys-group.com

THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS DOCUMENT IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE. EXCEPT AS PROVIDED BY LOCAL LAW, THE IMAGING SYSTEMS GROUP INC. (ISYS) MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITH REGARD TO THIS MATERIAL, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. ISYS SHALL NOT BE LIABLE FOR ERRORS CONTAINED HEREIN OR FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE FURNISHING, PERFORMANCE OR USE OF THIS MATERIAL.

Trademarks: Centronics is a trademark of Centronics Data Corp. Veratec is a Trademark of Xerox Corp.

Ordering Replacement Supplies

To purchase Ink Cartridges or Media Online visit our website at www.isys-media.com

Using non-Qualified iTerra Lite media and consumables will void the printers’ warranty.

•Reach iSys toll free by phone at 1-866-415-4797 within North America or 1-403-204-5200 globally.

•Reach iSys by fax at 1-403-204-1971.

•All prices in US dollars.

•Credit Cards accepted.

•Sales tax, and shipping and handling are added where applicable.

•An iSys purchase can be used to order products directly if the order value is over $500, excluding freight and taxes and if you have been approved for credit.

Paper

Media		iSys Part Number
1000 Sheet Standard Coated Fanfold – 8 Per Case		iJ-SCFF1000
Ink Cartridges
Description		iSys Part Number
Black – 1 Cartridge		iJ-BK56
Color (CMY) – 1 Cartridge		iJ-CMY57
Black – 20 Per Case		IJ-BK56-20
Color (CMY) – 20 Per Case		IJ-CMY57-20
Kits
Description		iSys Part Number
20	Black Ink Cartridges	IJ8-KIT
20	Color (CMY) Ink Cartridges
16	Boxes of 1000 Sheet Standard Coated Fanfold

Unpacking

Shipments are thoroughly checked for completeness. Please confirm receipt of the following:

iTerra Lite Printer

AC Power Cord

Black Ink Cartridge

Color Ink Cartridge

Driver and User Guide CD

Sample Paper

Centronics™ - IEEE DB25M to CE36M Cable (Standard unless Network or USB Connectivity)

Network Card (Optional – Mounted Internally at Factory)

USB External Dongle (Optional)

Confirm that any specified options are present, such as a data cable. Inspect the printer and components for any damage that may have occurred during shipment. Report any damage to the carrier of the shipment, and to your Imaging Systems Group Inc. product representative.

Keep the box and packaging for future shipping in the event of servicing or upgrading issues. This product must be returned to our factory in the original or proper packaging material. The Imaging Systems Group Inc will not cover damage caused during return shipping or due to improper packaging. Please ensure all ink cartridges are removed before shipping & the print carriage returned to right hand cradle assembly. (Refer to section ‘Install Ink Cartridge’, without reinstalling another cartridge).

Interface Setup & Configuration

Plug the power cord into a grounded AC outlet. Ensure your power source can supply this unit and any other units sharing the same outlet. See specifications for watt usage of this unit.

Centronics™

Connect Centronics™ cable to the parallel port on your host computer and to the Centronics™ port on the back of your iTerra Lite. Ensure cables are locked in place to ensure proper connection.

NOTE: The iSys Fast Port must be installed to get optimal data transfer to printer or printer may print at slower speeds when using Centronics™.

To install FAST PORT

Insert Disc provided by iSys

Select the Set up File under the Fast Port Folder

Follow these steps:

1.Install Shield Wizard – Press Next

2.Input user name and organization – Press Next

3.Destination Folder. Change the folder name or Press Next to Install

4.Install Wizard Completed – Press Finish

5.A “readme.txt” file will pop up and give you the instructions to ensure FAST PORT installed.

Using iSys Fast Port

1.After running setup.exe, an icon “Fast Port” will appear on the Desktop.

2.To use the Fast Port, double click the icon then set the port speed and restart the computer. Once your computer has restarted, set the BIOS parallel setting to ECP. If your BIOS setting does not have this option, you cannot use fast speed mode for iSys printers in your computer.

3.Fast Port is specially designed for iSys printers. You may need to change the speed mode back to slow mode while using other printers.

4.This program will only affect the speed of the LPT ports.