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“About This Manual
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This manual is divided into four chapters. This section explains the organization of
this manual.
Introduction
Describes the features of the monochrome video graphic printer.
Operation
Describes actual printing once all connections and adjustments have been made,
as explained in the next chapter. You will be able to make printout variations after
reading through this chapter.
Connection and adjustment
Describes how to make connections and make adjustments using the menus
displayed in the printer window display. Once all connections and adjustments
have been made, there should be no need to perform these operations again during
normal printing operations. These operations must, however, be performed after
reinstalling, or if the picture quality degrades, or if adjustment becomes necessary.
Others
Notes the precautions to be observed when using the printer, lists errors and their
handling, and explains troubleshooting. Also provided is information on the
locations and functions of parts and controls.
Cross reference
Throughout this manual you will find the references to other sections of the manual
that contains related information.
important note
Be sure to read the sections of the manual marked Ee. They explain points that
you should be aware of to operate the printer correctly and prevent malfunctions.
Overview
The UP-980/980CE is a monochrome video graphic printer that reproduces images
from video equipment. Large size pictures can be printed out quickly and easily
using the following features:
Clear and stable print quality
¢ 256 gradations of black and white.
+ Stable printouts using the temperature compensation technology
Various printout modes
Single picture mode Side mode
Reverse mode
Multi-picture mode
In addition to the above variations, you can make variety of printouts by changing
menu settings of the printer.
Multiscan capability
* You can use a color composite video signal (NTSC/PAL compatible), a black
and white video signal (EIA/CCIR compatible), or a 31.5 kHz high scan signal
(horizontal scanning frequency) as the input signal.
+ In the auto scan mode, the printer automatically sets the print area according to
the type of the input signal.
Saving/loading printer specifications
You can put up to three kinds of printer settings made on menus into memory and
load. any one of the three. The printer operates based on the loaded settings.
Auto-cui function
The paper is automatically cut when printing is finished.
Various types of paper
* The UPP-210HD High Density Printing Paper produces a high density printouts.
* The UPT-210BL Blue Thermal Transparent Film allows you to print images on
transparent film.
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