KIP 3000 Technical User Manual

October, 2005

KIP 3000

Technical Users

Guide

KIP Authorized Dealers

et

KIP Network Connectivity

Firewall

Web Server

FTP Site

Spreadsheets

Organization charts

Presentations

Office Design

Project Management

AutoCAD 2000i

2002/2004
2005/2006

Catia

Ideas

Windows Drivers

AutoCAD Drivers

UNIX

Server

Intern

KIP PrintNet Intranet

KIP Request Users

Internet Explorer
Netscape

Internet Explorer
Netscape

Raster Files
Vector Files
PDF/DWF Files

UNIX

et

KIP Network Connectivity

Firewall

Web Server

FTP Site

Spreadsheets

Organization charts

Presentations

Office Design

Project Management

AutoCAD 2000i

2002/2004
2005/2006

Catia

Ideas

Windows Drivers

AutoCAD Drivers

UNIX

Server

Intern

KIP PrintNet Intranet

KIP Request Users

Internet Explorer
Netscape

Internet Explorer
Netscape

Raster Files
Vector Files
PDF/DWF Files

UNIX

KIP Request

Copy Maker

KIP Scan

KIP 3000 Network Connectivity

Unix CAD Workstation

Sun/HP/SGI/IRIX

TIFF output CALS output

Catia V4 GL/2 Ideas GL/2

LP/LPR/LPD

Unigraphics GL/2

Windows Workstation

NT/2000/XP

Windows Printer

Driver

AutoCAD Driver "Helper" Drivers

Spooler

Unix Server

TCP 515 TCP 515 TCP 515TCP 8421

Windows Server

NT/2000/2003

Novell

Netware Server

5.X/6.X

Printing to the KIP

Controller through FTP

Job Submition.

Computer

Laptop

Local FTP Server

Computer

Workstation Running

KIP Request

Internet

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Steps in order to send print jobs via FTP.

1. The end user will load KIP Request at their workstation and
type in the FTP information for the Central Print Site. They will

select file to be printed and then submit files with the KIP Request

software.

2. The print job is compressed and sent through the internet to
the FTP server of the Central Print Site

3. The print job arrives at the Central Print site’s FTP server as it
awaiting actions from the operator at the Central Print Site

4. The operator at the Central Print site will launch KIP Request
and load the print job from the FTP server.

5. The KIP IPS will receive the submitted job from the Central Print
Site Request software and print the job.

Note: The FTP Server (3) can be located locally at the Central

Print Site or at an off-site location. The process remains the same

for the Remote workstations.

Remote Workstations at

Client Site

Central Print Site

Remote FTP Server

Internet

3

Workstation Running KIP Request

Workstation Running KIP’s AutoCAD Driver

Workstation Printing from Windows Application

and KIP’s Windows Driver

Kawpdft.exe

Kawpdft.exe

Kawpdft.exe

KIPServe.exe is bi-directional and can receive

and transmit data to and from the

workstation

LPR

Transmission

LPR Communications is uni-directional with
relation to KIP IPS software. It can only submit
data from the workstation. The KIP IPS cannot

send data back to the workstation.

192.168.10.20

192.168.10.21

192.168.10.22

192.168.10.23

192.168.10.24

The KIPServe daemon listens

on the following port.

Windows Server based: 8421

The LPD Service listens on the

following port.

Unix/Linux based: 515

KIPServe and kawpdft.exe

Communications Process

The KIP IPS can listen or

monitor incoming data on 2

ports. The KIPServe service

listens on port 8421 and then

the LPD Serivice listens on port

515.

At a Windows based client workstation, data will be

sent to the KIP IPS destination IP address of

192.168.10.24 via kawpdft.exe. At this destination is a
doorway or port that is open and is waiting for data.

This port, 8421 is KIP’s custom port.

From Linux/Unix workstations it is also possible to send

data to the KIP IPS. This is done by sending data to

the destination IP address of 192.168.10.24. Also at

this destination is a doorway or port that is open and

is waiting for data. This port, 515 is for LPR/LPD data

transmissions.

Power Mac G4

KIP Watch

KIPWatch is a software application designed to capture problem causing print files to eliminate down
time while maintaining productivity. KIPWatch is started with the KIP System, and runs continuously to
protect the system from errors. KIPWatch remains hidden from users and works in conjunction with
the KIP print queue to provide uninterrupted print production.

KIPWatch is a tool that monitors KIP programs for non-standard conditions. For example, if a KIP
program is non-responsive while trying to convert a bad file, it aut omatically moves or removes the
troubled files into a designated folder for problem files. In additi on , if bad data causes syst em files to
become non-responsive, they will be terminated and the queue restarted.

Once files have been moved to the designated folder for problem files, system administrators and
support personnel may retrieve and troubleshoot the files by using KIP Request software. By selecting
“get problem files” from the transfer menu, all problem files are zipped and delivered to the operator.
Users may also reset the print queue at any time by selecting “Reset Printer” from the configuration
menu. In addition, the KIPWatch application can be used to automati cally install ready-made KIP
system updates by using the “push file” feature of KIP Request software.

KIPWatch Monitoring Software

Problem File Retrieval

Reset Print Queue

Allows the user to quickly stop a process that is hung up in the
queue. For instance if a file is not converting correctly the user can
select “Reset Printer” from the Configuration menu and this will
stop all processes being performed on this file and move on to the
next file. Note: This button only applies to KIP printers

2000/6000/7000 & 8000

Problem File Retrieval

If a file causes an error condition in the job queue KIPWatch will quickly remove the file (not the job if
part of a set) to a folder called “Problem” located in C:\Monpat1\Problem on the KIP 3000 IPS. These
“problem files can then be retrieved from any workstation running KIP Request 6.0 by selecting “Get
Problem Files” from the Transfer menu. The Problem Files will then be trasnsfered from the IPS to the
users workstation and will be located in C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\TR. Users and Administrators
can now use these to trouble shoot what may have caused the files to be invalid.

System Updates

1) Operator uses the “push file to
controller” feature of KIP Request
software to send a KIP update to the
KIP system.

2) KIPWatch automatically retrieves the
file and activates the update process.

3) The user is asked to wait while the KIP
system updates itself, and
automatically restarts to resume
normal operations.

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Configuring a TCP/IP Desktop Printer for Mac OS 9

The Apple Desktop Printer Utility is required for TCP/IP printing. This utility allows the
user to configure a desktop printer by specifying the type of printer being used and its IP
address.

To configure the desktop printer, do the following steps:

1. Open the Desktop Printer Utility. The following dialog box should appear:

a. Select the printer driver you wish to use (LaserWriter 8.5.1 or later) in the

popup menu;

b. Select the “Printer (LPR)“ to specify TCP/IP printing;
c. Click OK.

2. A new dialog should appear:

3. Under “PostScript™ Printer Description (PPD) File,“ click Change. A list of

Printer Description files should appear. Select the PPD with the same name as
your printer.

Click the “Select“ button and you will see the desktop printer configuration dialog
appear again:

4. Under “Internet Printer“ click “Change.“ The following dialog should appear:

. Under “Printer Address,“ enter either the name (e.g.,

laserwriter.acme.com) or the IP address (111.222.3.444) for the

printer. (The domain name or IP address should be the same as the one
you previously set up, as described in Palomar’s Setting Printer IP

Addresses page). A Queue name is not needed for direct printing to a

TCP/IP printer; it is only used when using a UNIX print spooler.

a. Click Verify to verify the printer’s location. If a printer is found to exist at

the specified IP address, a message stating that a printer exists at the
specified location appears at the bottom left-hand corner of the screen; if
this message does not appear, then correct the printer address.

b. Click OK.

5. The status dialog should look something like this:

6. Select Save under the File menu to create a desktop printer. Select a name for the

desktop printer. A new printer icon should appear on the desktop. Verify that the
configuration works by dragging a printable document onto the new desktop
printer.

KIP America
39575 13 Mile Road
Novi, MI 48377

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.kipamerica.com

Configuring a TCP/IP Desktop printer in Macintosh OS X

The KIP IPS can be connected to Macintosh systems through TCP/IP. Macintosh allows for this by
configuring a desktop printer to point to the KIP IPS. The Following s teps will walk you through the
procedure for setting up a Macintosh system for TCP/IP printing. These steps apply to Macintosh
OS X:

1. On the desktop open the Mac hard drive

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KIP America
39575 13 Mile Road
Novi, MI 48377

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.kipamerica.com

2. Once the hard drive is open select the “A pplications” folder

3. Once the Applications folder is open select the “Utilities” folder

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KIP America
39575 13 Mile Road
Novi, MI 48377

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.kipamerica.com

4. Once the Utilities folder is open find the “Printer Setup Utility”

5. On the top menu bar select “Printers” and then “Add a Printer”

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KIP America
39575 13 Mile Road
Novi, MI 48377

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.kipamerica.com

6. On the next screen you will need to configure the following items:
a. In the first pull down select “IP Printing”
b. In the second “Printer Type” pull down select LPD/LPR
c. In the third area “Printer Address” set this to your KIP printer IP Address
d. In the fourth area “Queue Name” s et the queue name to KIP (this is the default

Queue name)

e. In the fifth area “Printer Model” select “Other”

7. Locate the desired .PPD file (ex. KIPGS600.PPD) select “choose”

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KIP America
39575 13 Mile Road
Novi, MI 48377

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.kipamerica.com

8. Select “Add”

9. You should now see the printer you just set up in your Printer List

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KIP America
39575 13 Mile Road
Novi, MI 48377

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.kipamerica.com

10. Go to the menu bar on top and select Printers then select “Create Desktop Printer” from

the pull down choices

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Job Ticket Integration

As of 10/24/2005 7:47 PM

Introduction

This document also outlines the methods for transmitting the Job Ticket / images to the KIP
Controller in a number of methods:

This information is intended for use with up-to-date KIP Controllers and software with a version
number of 5.5.196 or greater on image formats that are currently supported by KIP. All KIP
updates are available on the KIP America website for download. Additional information
about the features and functions within the KIP software can be obt ained by re ading th e KIP
Technical Users Guide.PDF as found on the KIP CD.

Attached with this document are sample ASCII job tickets and may be referred to throughout
this document. Their descriptions can be found in Appendix H

This document outlines how to create a “print job” or a KIP Job Ticket in a similar fashion
as KIP Request and transmit the print jobs to the KIP Controller. The information herein is
useful for establishing control over the KIP printing environment and is intended for
advanced KIP users, network administrators and programmers who wish to enhance their
own productivity with a custom job submittal tool. For example, this will allow the user to
integrate a document management system with the KIP Controller, or implementing
simple script files to automate the creation of a KIP Job Ticket in intricate networking
environments. Customized job tickets allow complete control over job printing
parameters for a “group of supported images (file formats)” within a print job. The Job
Ticket allows for control over, but is not limited to:

• Stamping • Force Size of image and Paper size

• Rotate / Fold Parameters • Print Header Information

• Collation • Set Date / Time of Job to print

• Media Type • PDF Settings for Scaling and Enhanced Quality

• Number of Copies • Control over accounting data

• Borders and Pen Tables • Print Nesting

• Enlargement / reduction settings that cover the entire print job or optional control over

Enlargement / reduction on a per file basis within the print job.

A. Provide a list of images in an ASCII text file format t o the KIP Requ est EXE program. ZIP

the entire Job Ticket and images and use KIP’s KAWPDFT.EXE program to transmit the
ZIP file to the IP Port/Address of the KIP Printer.

B. Use the KIP API to transmit the Job Ticket and images to the IP Port/Address of the KIP

Printer. (special permission from KIP America and separate documentation required
to use the KIP API) The API also provides extremely detailed information regarding
the status of the printer and all the print jobs in the queue.

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Table of Contents

Introduction ...................................................................................................................1

Description of KIP Controller ........................................................................................4

Basic Contents of the ASCII KIP Job Ticket................................................................. 4

Basic Elements for a Simple Job Submission:..........................................................4

Simple .kip file parameters ....................................................................................... 4

Format of the ASCII .KIP Job Ticke File (NEJIMUHE.KIP)............................................. 5

Using Force Size in the KIP Job Ticket .........................................................................7

Enlargement/Reduction on per file basis................................................................... 8

Using Advanced Job Processing Parameters............................................................9

Pen Tables..................................................................................................................9

Stamp Files ...............................................................................................................10

Fold Parameters.......................................................................................................10

Job Ticket Transfer.......................................................................................................10

Using KAWPDFT.exe to Transfer Files..........................................................................10

KAWPDFT.exe Commands......................................................................................11

Retrieving KIP Information with KAWPDFT.EXE ..........................................................11

KAWPDFT.exe Commands......................................................................................11

KIP Controller and Roll Selection............................................................................... 12

KIP Controller and Image Rotation............................................................................ 12

Using PJL Commands on Single Files sent to the IP Port of the Controller .............12

PJL Commands and Syntax ...................................................................................13

Appendix.....................................................................................................................14

APPENDIX A: Compliant Data File Formats...................................................14

APPENDIX B: Optional File Format Switches.................................................. 15

APPENDIX C: Pen Tables - .pen and .ppn files..............................................16

APPENDIX D: Stamp Files - .stp and .ssp........................................................19

APPENDIX E: Folding Files - .fld and .flp.........................................................21

APPENDIX F: Pointer Files – Use for Fast Job Submission..............................22

APPENDIX G: Quick Summary for Creating Job Tickets..............................23

APPENDIX H: Descriptions of Sample ASCII KIP Job Tickets........................24

APPENDIX I: KIP Request Binary Job Ticket ....................................................26

Understanding the Job Ticket features in KIP Request and the Process

of a Job Submittal..................................................................................... 26

Features of KIP Request..........................................................................26

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