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Chapter 2:
Unpacking the GERBER EDGE FX
Preparing for installation
Before unpacking and installing the GERBER EDGE FX, review these software, location, and
environmental requirements.
Software requirements
The GERBER EDGE FX is compatible with Gerber OMEGA™ 2.1 or higher. In addition to the
computer requirements required for network connection, OMEGA software has additional
system requirements regarding computer speed, memory, hard disk space, etc. Please refer to
the OMEGA software literature for current specifications.
Environmental requirements
The GERBER EDGE FX should be installed in a room that is relatively clean and dust-free. The
recommended working environment is as follows:
♦ Operating temperature: 50º to 95º F / 10º to 35º C
♦ Recommended temperature for assured printing accuracy: 68º to 78º F / 20º to 26º C
♦ Operating humidity: 20 to 90% relative humidity, non-condensing (maximum range;
actual range varies by material)
♦ Storage temperature: 14º to 100º F / -26º to 60º C
GERBER EDGE FX power requirements
The GERBER EDGE FX printer requires the following power: 100-240 V AC, 10 Amp, 47-63 Hz
WARNING: All power cables used must meet power requirements.
WARNING: Double pole neutral fusing.
Terminal for connection of protective earthing conductor.
Networking requirements
The GERBER EDGE FX is a network device which has a 10/100 Mbps auto-switch network
interface that can communicate with your computer's 10/100 Mbps network card. (A network
interface board is in most new computers or is readily available for your computer at local
computer stores.) Data needs to be supplied above a minimum rate to prevent printing
anomalies. A GERBER EDGE FX connected directly to a computer via a crossover cable should