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... Printer Driver Interfaces Setting up the 8500 Printer Finding a Location for the 8500 Printer Unpacking the 8500 Printer Loading the Ribbon Cartridge Connecting the Cables Handling Paper Storing Paper Loading the Paper Tray Installing the Dust Covers About Printer Initialization Making a Test Print CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies...
... Printer Driver Interfaces Setting up the 8500 Printer Finding a Location for the 8500 Printer Unpacking the 8500 Printer Loading the Ribbon Cartridge Connecting the Cables Handling Paper Storing Paper Loading the Paper Tray Installing the Dust Covers About Printer Initialization Making a Test Print CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies...
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... Paper Canceling the continuous printing Handling and Storing Prints Keeping the 8500 Printer in Good Working Condition Cleaning the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Light Indications and How to Resolve Them If the Printer Does Not Operate Correctly Clearing a Paper Jam Repairing a Torn ...red 8500 Printer does not turn on Printing takes much longer than usual Nothing happens when a job is sent White or colored lines and scratches CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies ...
... Paper Canceling the continuous printing Handling and Storing Prints Keeping the 8500 Printer in Good Working Condition Cleaning the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Light Indications and How to Resolve Them If the Printer Does Not Operate Correctly Clearing a Paper Jam Repairing a Torn ...red 8500 Printer does not turn on Printing takes much longer than usual Nothing happens when a job is sent White or colored lines and scratches CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies ...
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Troubleshooting (cont.) White or multicolored spots appear on the prints Smudges, smears and fingerprints Paper does not feed 8500 Printer does not respond when you press buttons Site Specifications Printer Specifications Space Requirements Operating Environment Power Requirements Accessories and Supplies Accessories Ribbons Paper Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP
Troubleshooting (cont.) White or multicolored spots appear on the prints Smudges, smears and fingerprints Paper does not feed 8500 Printer does not respond when you press buttons Site Specifications Printer Specifications Space Requirements Operating Environment Power Requirements Accessories and Supplies Accessories Ribbons Paper Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP
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... Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP It has a resolution of 314 pixels per inch (ppi), and prints a three-color page in about 75 seconds. Kodak Ektatherm XtraLife ribbon applies a coating that protects images from fingerprints. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Kodak Professional 8500 digital photo printer 120V (8500 printer).
... Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP It has a resolution of 314 pixels per inch (ppi), and prints a three-color page in about 75 seconds. Kodak Ektatherm XtraLife ribbon applies a coating that protects images from fingerprints. Introduction Thank you for purchasing the Kodak Professional 8500 digital photo printer 120V (8500 printer).
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... ribbons can be used in the 8500 printer. Printer Features The 8500 printer includes the following features: Wide Range of Paper Sizes The 8500 printer prints on a variety of Kodak Professional's page size thermal dye printers. The 8500 printer is compatible with virtually all computer environments. Kodak's dye-sublimination printers produce superb photographic prints and proofs. Printer Driver The printer driver supports Macintosh operating system 9.0 and...
... ribbons can be used in the 8500 printer. Printer Features The 8500 printer includes the following features: Wide Range of Paper Sizes The 8500 printer prints on a variety of Kodak Professional's page size thermal dye printers. The 8500 printer is compatible with virtually all computer environments. Kodak's dye-sublimination printers produce superb photographic prints and proofs. Printer Driver The printer driver supports Macintosh operating system 9.0 and...
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... and how to set up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP G Accessories and Supplies-lists the accessories and supplies for the 8500 printer. G Operating the 8500 printer-contains information on maintaining the 8500 printer and working with the paper and ribbon. G Site Specifications-describes the 8500 printer specfications, space requirements and operating conditions...
... and how to set up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP G Accessories and Supplies-lists the accessories and supplies for the 8500 printer. G Operating the 8500 printer-contains information on maintaining the 8500 printer and working with the paper and ribbon. G Site Specifications-describes the 8500 printer specfications, space requirements and operating conditions...
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Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP WARNING: USE THE INCLUDED AC POWER CORD SO AS NOT TO INTERFERE WITH RADIO AND TELEVISION RECEPTION. WARNING: THIS THERMAL PRINTER CONTAINS LEAD. DISPOSAL OF LEAD MAY BE REGULATED DUE TO ENVIRONMENTAL ... OR RECYCLING INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORITIES OR THE ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY ALLIANCE: WWW.EIAE.ORG. Safety Precautions Information This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP WARNING: USE THE INCLUDED AC POWER CORD SO AS NOT TO INTERFERE WITH RADIO AND TELEVISION RECEPTION. WARNING: THIS THERMAL PRINTER CONTAINS LEAD. DISPOSAL OF LEAD MAY BE REGULATED DUE TO ENVIRONMENTAL ... OR RECYCLING INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL AUTHORITIES OR THE ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY ALLIANCE: WWW.EIAE.ORG. Safety Precautions Information This class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
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... the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of this equipment in a residential area is likely to constitute the risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP...
... the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of this equipment in a residential area is likely to constitute the risk of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP...
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.... WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE GROUNDED. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP AVERTISSEMENT: CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE. Never connect to any outlet or power supply having the printer checked and serviced. When unplugging the power cord, hold the plug...
.... WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE GROUNDED. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP AVERTISSEMENT: CET APPAREIL DOIT ETRE MIS A LA TERRE. Never connect to any outlet or power supply having the printer checked and serviced. When unplugging the power cord, hold the plug...
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.../OR YOU MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT. Contact your fingers, you insert your dealer to corrosion. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP If liquid is spilled into or seeps into the unit can cause serious damage to clear a paper...
.../OR YOU MAY CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE UNIT. Contact your fingers, you insert your dealer to corrosion. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP If liquid is spilled into or seeps into the unit can cause serious damage to clear a paper...
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BE CAREFUL WITH THE PRINTING MECHANISM Do not move the printer while the top cover is open. DO NOT TOUCH THE THERMAL HEAD It becomes hot during printing and may cause injury. Oils, salts and moisture from your fingers in the printing mechanism. Be careful not to catch your hands will contaminate the head and may spoil the prints. This may remain hot for a time, causing injury. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP
BE CAREFUL WITH THE PRINTING MECHANISM Do not move the printer while the top cover is open. DO NOT TOUCH THE THERMAL HEAD It becomes hot during printing and may cause injury. Oils, salts and moisture from your fingers in the printing mechanism. Be careful not to catch your hands will contaminate the head and may spoil the prints. This may remain hot for a time, causing injury. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP
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...sure that the temperature inside the unit and prevent operation. UNSUITABLE LOCATIONS Avoid installing the printer in unstable locations with the printer. CONNECTING CABLES Use the power cord supplied with high vibration or in hot-springs areas where hydrogen sulfide and acidic ions are ... if it is likely to be exposed to stabilize before use. CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies PLACES WITH HIGH HUMIDITY AND DUST Do not place the unit in a...
...sure that the temperature inside the unit and prevent operation. UNSUITABLE LOCATIONS Avoid installing the printer in unstable locations with the printer. CONNECTING CABLES Use the power cord supplied with high vibration or in hot-springs areas where hydrogen sulfide and acidic ions are ... if it is likely to be exposed to stabilize before use. CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies PLACES WITH HIGH HUMIDITY AND DUST Do not place the unit in a...
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... from the power outlet, and the cables from the connected devices. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP FOR LONG OPERATING LIFE UNSUITABLE MATERIALS FOR THE PRINTER Paint coat flaking and plastic deformation are likely to occur if the unit is wiped...
... from the power outlet, and the cables from the connected devices. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP FOR LONG OPERATING LIFE UNSUITABLE MATERIALS FOR THE PRINTER Paint coat flaking and plastic deformation are likely to occur if the unit is wiped...
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Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP OTHER CAUTIONS Dust or other foreign matter adhering to the print paper or the sheet cartridge, or deformation resulting from exposure to extremely low or high temperatures could cause loss of color, uneven color or lines, or wrinkles in the print images. NOTE: MEMORIZED IMAGES ARE STORED IN VOLATILE MEMORY AND MAY BE LOST IN THE EVENT OF POWER FLUCTUATION OR MALFUNCTION.
Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP OTHER CAUTIONS Dust or other foreign matter adhering to the print paper or the sheet cartridge, or deformation resulting from exposure to extremely low or high temperatures could cause loss of color, uneven color or lines, or wrinkles in the print images. NOTE: MEMORIZED IMAGES ARE STORED IN VOLATILE MEMORY AND MAY BE LOST IN THE EVENT OF POWER FLUCTUATION OR MALFUNCTION.
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... 8728 874 7032 825 4989 Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP Paper and Image Sizes The 8500 printer can print on the following sizes and types of the maximum image size for illustrations of Kodak Professional Ektatherm XLS print paper. Standard A paper 8.5" x 12" (216...
... 8728 874 7032 825 4989 Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP Paper and Image Sizes The 8500 printer can print on the following sizes and types of the maximum image size for illustrations of Kodak Professional Ektatherm XLS print paper. Standard A paper 8.5" x 12" (216...
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... G Windows 2000 G Windows NT 4.0 G Macintosh 9.1 and above (OS X is based on Kodak color science. The printer driver is provided for the 8500 printer is not supported) Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP This printer driver allows you to access advanced printing options based on highquality...
... G Windows 2000 G Windows NT 4.0 G Macintosh 9.1 and above (OS X is based on Kodak color science. The printer driver is provided for the 8500 printer is not supported) Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP This printer driver allows you to access advanced printing options based on highquality...
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Interfaces The 8500 printer has standard communication ports. The following interfaces are provided with the printer: G IEEE-1284 Parallel G USB Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP
Interfaces The 8500 printer has standard communication ports. The following interfaces are provided with the printer: G IEEE-1284 Parallel G USB Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP
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... covers 8. Making a test print The software for the 8500 printer 2. Unpacking the 8500 printer 3. Loading paper 7. After you to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL 8500 Digital Photo Printer / Printer Driver Guide. Finding an appropriate location for the 8500 printer, which enables you set up the 8500 printer. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP Connecting the power cord...
... covers 8. Making a test print The software for the 8500 printer 2. Unpacking the 8500 printer 3. Loading paper 7. After you to the KODAK PROFESSIONAL 8500 Digital Photo Printer / Printer Driver Guide. Finding an appropriate location for the 8500 printer, which enables you set up the 8500 printer. Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP Connecting the power cord...
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... 15.8 in . (82 cm) to "Site Specifications" for the 8500 printer are shown below. G Avoid placing the 8500 printer in areas where ventilation ducts, open the top door Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies 21.0 in. (53.4 cm) CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE Allow 32.3 in . (40 cm) to open doors...
... 15.8 in . (82 cm) to "Site Specifications" for the 8500 printer are shown below. G Avoid placing the 8500 printer in areas where ventilation ducts, open the top door Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies 21.0 in. (53.4 cm) CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE Allow 32.3 in . (40 cm) to open doors...
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... case you need to ship the 8500 printer. NOTE: Save the packaging in the desired location. CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies G Power cord G CD containing the printer drivers and the documentation in PDF format. Unpacking the 8500 Printer The following accessories are missing, contact...
... case you need to ship the 8500 printer. NOTE: Save the packaging in the desired location. CONTENTS PRINTER DRIVER GUIDE SEARCH HELP Introduction Setting up the 8500 Printer Operating the 8500 Printer Troubleshooting Site Specifications Accessories and Supplies G Power cord G CD containing the printer drivers and the documentation in PDF format. Unpacking the 8500 Printer The following accessories are missing, contact...