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WCM User Guide License Agreements SOFTWARE END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (EULA). PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TERMS AND CONDITIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THIS SOFTWARE. USING THIS SOFTWARE INDICATES YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, DO NOT DOWNLOAD OR USE THIS SOFTWARE.
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WCM User Guide ACKNOWLEDGMENTS. The ICC profiles provided by DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation are prepared using the technology of XRite, Incorporated. YOU ACKNOWLEDGE YOU HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS AGREEMENT AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ITS TERMS.
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Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 What is the DNP Wireless Connect Module (WCM)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . What's Included in the Box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Compatibility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction What is the DNP Wireless Connect Module (WCM)? The WCM is an accessory for DNP photo printers that allows you to print wirelessly from mobile devices (iPhone, iPad and Android devices), Windows PCs, and Macs. WCM broadcasts its own Wi-Fi network (hot spot) that you can connect to in order to print wirelessly and to set up and configure your WCM using a web browser on your phone, tablet or PC. At the same time, you can connect your WCM to an external network via Wi-Fi.
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Compatibility WCM User Guide Compatibility The WCM supports the Internet Printing Protocol (IPP), which means that for iOS devices it will work with AirPrint®, the standard printing method. The latest versions of Android OS will also print via the WCM using standard print commands. WCM compatibility includes:  iPhones and iPads running iOS version 11 and later  Android devices running Android 9 (Pie) and later  Microsoft Windows 10  MacOS version 11.1, 11.0, and 10.15 NOTE: For Android 8.
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Getting Started Setting up the WCM Hardware 1. Before setting up your WCM, set up your DNP photo printer(s) as shown in the printer's user guide by loading media (ribbon and paper), connecting the power cable and USB printer cable (included with the WCM) and turning the printers on. 2. Plug the USB printer cable into one of the two USB ports on the back of the WCM. OPTIONAL: If internet access is not necessary, you can use a wired Ethernet connection.
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Setting up the WCM Portal WCM User Guide Setting up the WCM Portal Once you have plugged in your WCM, in about two minutes the device’s Wi-Fi hotspot network will become available. Connect your device to the default WCM hotspot by scanning the appropriate QR code below or manually connect using the following steps. QR Code Activation WCM Hotspot Connection 8 1. When the registration screen appears, enter the requested information. 2. Press Continue to register and activate your device.
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WCM User Guide Setting up the WCM Portal Manual Activation 1. Connect your device (smart phone, tablet, Mac or PC) to the WCM network by going to the network settings app on your device and choosing the network named DNPWirelessConnect 2. To log in to the network, use the password: dnp12345 NOTE: You can customize the network name and password later. If you decide to change your network name and/or password, the current network will be disconnected. You must reconnect to the new network.
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Configuring Your Printer in WCM WCM User Guide Configuring Your Printer in WCM About Printer Instances To make your printer available from your WCM, you need to create one or more printer instances. The printer instance is what the WCM uses identify the following three components:  Printer type: DS620, QW410, etc.  Print size: 4x6, 4x4, etc.
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WCM User Guide Configuring Your Printer in WCM Adding a Printer Be sure your printers are powered ON and in a ready state (green light on the front) before adding your printer. 1. Click the Add button. The WCM detects your printers (you can connect two printers to the WCM if you like) and shows you the printer names. 2. Click the printer that you want to use and select Continue. 3. When asked if you want to customize the name, tap YES. DNP recommends renaming your printer.
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Configuring Your Printer in WCM WCM User Guide Changing the Print Finish You can customize each printer instance even further. For example, you can change from glossy to matte printing by doing the following: 1. Click on the Printer Instance in the list. 2. Under Printer Option, select Overcoat Pattern. 3. Under Option Value, select the desired finish. 4. Click Save.
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WCM User Guide Connecting Your WCM to a Local Wi-Fi Network Connecting Your WCM to a Local Wi-Fi Network The network hot spot provided by the WCM has limited range. It also has no Internet connection on its own. You can extend the availability of your WCM and maintain an Internet connection by connecting your WCM to a local Wi-Fi network. 1. On the WCM portal page, tap the Edit icon to the right of the Wi-Fi: No Connection box. 2. Select the name of the Wi-Fi network that you wish to join. 3.
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Using the WCM Printing from your iPhone or iPad (iOS printing) The WCM works with Apple AirPrint®. When you connect your iPhone® or iPad® to the WCM network, each printer name (printer instance) will be shown in the standard iOS print menu. Any photo app that supports the Print command will work with your printer instances. Just select the printer name with the print size you want. 1.
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WCM User Guide Printing from Android phones and tablets Printing from Android phones and tablets The WCM supports the Internet Printing Protocol, which allows it to work with recent Android devices (those running Android 9 or later). When you connect your Android phone or tablet (running version 9 or later) to the WCM network, each printer name (printer instance) will be shown in the standard Android print menu. Any photo app that supports the Print command will work with your printer instances.
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Printing from a Windows PC 6. Select print size, orientation and copies. 7. Tap the Printer icon to print. WCM User Guide ATTENTION: Print size is established when a printer instance is set up in the WCM Portal and will override page size in print settings. Printing from a Windows PC The WCM supports the Internet Printing Protocol, which allows it to work with the Windows 10 printing system. Before printing, you must set up your printer instances on the PC. 1.
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WCM User Guide Printing from a Windows PC 4. Open a photo on your PC and click on the Print icon. 5. Click on the printer name and click the + (Add) icon to add a printer. 6. Click on Add a Printer or Scanner - Windows will find printers on your network. Select the printer instance that you want. You can now choose the printer settings that you wish to use for printing. 7. Print size is established when a printer instance is set up in the WCM Portal and will override paper size in print settings.
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Printing from a Mac 8. 9. 10. WCM User Guide If the picture aspect ratio does not match the print size (ex. 6x8 print size and the aspect is 16:9 aspect), the fit of the print may not match the print size and a white border may appear on the print. If Fit is set to Fill Page, the WCM will center crop the image to ensure no white borders are visible, but portions of the photo may be cropped out.
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WCM User Guide 7. Printing from a Mac Select the printer instance that you want to install and click the Add button. Now you can print wirelessly to your DNP printer using standard Mac print commands. For example, to print from the Mac Photos application: 1. Click on the photo(s) you wish to print. 2. Pull down the File menu and click Print. 3. Choose the printer instance and corresponding print size in the pull-down lists. 4. Click the Fill selection and click the Print button.
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Printing from Custom Photo Booth Applications WCM User Guide 5. On the Mac print dialog, choose the number of copies and click Print. Printing from Custom Photo Booth Applications Because the WCM supports standard printing methods in iPad, Android, PC and Mac environments, photo booth applications from many publishers will work with the WCM to print photos.
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Advanced Settings Changing the Built-In HotSpot Name and Password You can change your hotspot name and password at any time. Remember, if your network password is changed from the default settings, DNP IAM cannot provide you with the changed password. The WCM will need to be connected to an Ethernet cable to provide access to the WCM Portal and change the HotSpot password. 1. From the main screen, click the Edit button next to the Built-In HotSpot section. 2.
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Language Settings WCM User Guide Language Settings The WCM Portal web page supports English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish languages. The system automatically detects the language settings for the device it is on once it is connected to a local network. The WCM Portal will display the language standard to that region. Measurement Settings (Metric vs. Imperial) You can change the WCM page sizes to metric or imperial. Use the following procedure to do so. 1.
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Troubleshooting Resetting Your WCM There may be times when it is necessary to clear a problem print or other possible system errors. There are 3 options to do this: 1. Sometimes power cycling the printer may clear a problem. To do so, simply turn OFF the printer for several seconds and turn it back on. If that doesn't clear the issue continue to the next option. 2. Restart the printing subsystem (in the Subsystem Controls section of the WCM portal).
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Resetting Your WCM 24 WCM User Guide DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation
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WCM User Guide Contact Us If you have questions, need help with something, want to place an order, or just need to speak with a representative, please contact our technical support line at: 1-855-367-7604 You can also check our website for helpful tips and answers to most of your questions: www.dnpphoto.