DIGITAL COLOR PRINTER P-200 Installation Guide This Installation Guide explains how to install and use the Olympus P-200 Digital Printer software for Windows 95/98/Me. Keep this manual booklet in an easily accessible place for future reference.
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Table of Contents System Requirements ......................4 Installing the Software......................5 Easy installation (plug & play)..................................5 Manual installation ........................7 Uninstallation ................................9 For high-speed operation..............9 Printing ............................................ 10 To cancel printing........................ 12 Tips for printing ........................... 13 Split Print....................................
System Requirements The following hardware and software are required to install and run this software. Computer: IBM PC/AT compatible machine with an i486SX or better CPU running Windows 95, 98 or Me (Pentium or better CPU recommended). Memory: 8 MB minimum (32 MB or more recommended, depending on the application to be printed). Hard disk: Minimum 15 MB free (Recommendation: 30 MB or more).
Installing the Software Install the Windows 95/98/Me printer driver software on the provided floppy disk in your PC. This description uses a PC running Windows 98 as an example. Easy installation (plug & play) 1 Connect the printer to your PC. Please refer to the printer's instruction manual for details on connecting the printer to your PC. 2 Turn on the printer and the PC. Launch Windows. The [Add New Hardware Wizard] dialog box appears. Click [Next] to continue.
4 Insert the floppy disk into the PC's floppy drive. Select [Floppy disk drive] and click [Next]. 5 Follow the on-screen instructions.
Manual installation 1 Click the [Start] button of Windows, point [Setup] and click [Printer]. 2 Double-click the [AddPrinter] icon. The [Add Printer Wizard] dialog box appears. 3 Select [Local printer] as the printer connection destination. Olympus does not guarantee that this printer will operate correctly on a network. The printer should be connected directly to the PC.
Insert the floppy disk into the PC's floppy drive and select [Use disk]. 4 Set the floppy disk drive as the [Copy source of distributed file.] The drive name of the floppy disk drive varies depending on the setup of each PC. Check your PC's instruction manual if you are not sure. When you find the file, go on to the next step. Set [LPT1: Printer port] as the port to be used by the printer. 5 6 Select whether the printer is used as the default printer or not. Click [End] to complete installation.
Uninstallation When the printer driver software is no longer necessary, uninstall it as described below. 1 Click the [Start] button of Windows, point [Setup] and click [Printer]. The [Printer] window appears. 2 Click the [OLYMPUS P-200] icon. 3 4 In the [File] menu, click [Delete]. Uninstall the printer driver by following the on-screen instructions. For high-speed operation To use the printer at a high speed, we recommend the printer port be used in the ECP mode.
Printing You can print images created using commercially available image processing or retouching applications using this printer driver software. 1 Run the application and open the images you want to print. Set the image size to 1280 x 960 pixels or less for printing, image processing or retouching. If you are using an application that also allows you to specify image resolution as well as image size, set the resolution to 320 dpi.
Click [OK] to close the [Printer Setup] dialog box. 4 5 In the [File] menu, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. Set the number of prints [Copies]. 6 The print copies can be set up to 25. The dialog box shown above is an example using the Olympus CAMEDIA Master 2.0 application. The contents of dialog box vary depending on the application you are using. 7 Click [Print]. The images will be printed.
To cancel printing When the print monitor is displayed: Click [Cancel printing]. When data is left in the Windows printer spooler: 1 2 3 Click the [Start] button. Point [Setup] and click [Printer]. Double-click [OLYMPUS P-200] to open the [OLYMPUS P-200] window. 4 Click the name of the queued document you want to cancel. 5 Click [Document] in the menu, then click [Cancel printing]. For details, please refer to the Windows instruction manual.
Tips for printing To get the best printing results, be sure to read the instruction manual of the application you are using. Information on how to change the resolution and image size is especially important. In addition, read the following tip. Print in an environment with as large color display capability as possible. The number of available colors of some applications is determined according to the display color setting of the PC used in printing.
Split Print You can split a sheet of print paper into multiple planes and print the same image on each of them. 1 In the [File] menu of the application, click [Print]. The [Print] dialog box appears. 2 Click [Properties]. [OLYMPUS P-200-LPT1: Properties] appears. 3 Set the split method in the [Paper] sheet.
Images can be printed in one of the following split methods. Single 2-split print 4-split print 9-split print 16-split print To obtain correct split prints (with an application that prints images according to the resolution of the printer): Set the resolution to 320 dpi and image size to 1280 x 960 pixels. Please refer to the instruction manual of the application you are using for more information on settings. Note Print preview is not available.
Adjusting the Image Quality You can adjust the brightness, depth, contrast and sharpness of an image for printing. Brightness: Brightness is adjusted across the entire image plane. Image brightness increases when adjusted in the + direction. Adjusts the color intensity of the image. Color intensity is increased when adjusted in the + direction. Increases or reduces image contrast. Contrast (crispness) increases when Contrast: adjusted in the + direction.
Troubleshooting Guide To solve problems you may experience with the printer driver, check the troubleshooting guide before calling for service. If the problem persists, contact you dealer for information what to do next. Please also refer to the Instruction manual provided with the printer. Symptom Cause Treatment An image is printed on several sheets. The resolution or image size setting is incorrect. Set the resolution to 320 dpi and image size to 1280 x 960 pixels or less.
Symptom PC operation is unstable. Cause Treatment The PC's memory may not If more than one applications is open, close all unnecessary applications before printing. have enough free memory. In the printer property dialog box, set the spool setting to [Send data directly to printer] before printing. Installation from floppy disk is There may not be enough free space on the hard disk. Check the hard disk capacity. If it is insufficient, create more free space. impossible.
OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO., LTD. San-Ei Building, 22-2, Nishi Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan. (Customer support) Tel. 0426-42-7499 Tokyo http://www.olympus.co.jp OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 631-844-5000 (Customer support) Tel. 1-888-553-4448 http://www.olympus.com OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) GMBH. (Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstraße 14-16, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. 040-237730 (Lelters) Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany.
P-200 Digital Color Printer Instructions Thank you for purchasing this Olympus digital color printer. Before using this product, read this manual carefully to ensure correct use.
Owner's Record The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record the serial number in the space provided below. You will need to refer to these numbers whenever you call your dealer regarding this product. Model No. P-200 Serial No. ______ Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No.: Responsible Party: Address: Telephone No.: OLYMPUS P-200 OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. 2 Corporate Center Drive, Melville, New York 11747-3157, U.S.A. 631-844-5000 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
Table of Contents Introduction............................................. 4 Precautions .............................................. 4 Safety precautions .................................. 5 Care and storage................................... 10 Getting Started Unpacking the printer.......................... 11 What you can do with the P-200 digital color printer........................................... 12 Identifying the parts............................. 13 Setup Setting up the printer ..........
Introduction Precautions Thank you for purchasing this OLYMPUS digital color printer. Before using the printer, read the safety precautions on pages 5 through 9. Read this manual and warranty carefully. Keep them handy for future reference and when requesting service. Make sure that the date of purchase and dealer's name are included on your warranty. Always follow these precautions to ensure safe and proper handling and operation of your printer. Keep this manual handy for future reference.
Safety precautions It is dangerous to tamper with the printer because this could cause fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in death or serious injury. Before use, read the safety precautions carefully and follow them for proper handling. This manual uses the following icons to indicate hazardous situations. Icon Description WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may cause fire or electric shock, possibly resulting in death or serious injury.
WARNING Do not damage the power cord. A damaged power cord may result in fire or electric shock. To prevent the cord from being damaged, DO NOT: Jerk the cord to pull it out. Bend the cord excessively. Heat the cord. Place heavy objects on the cord. Rewire the cord. If the power cord is damaged, contact your dealer. Do not disassemble or modify the printer. The printer has both hot and high voltage parts on the inside.
WARNING Do not use the printer in the following places. Unstable or inclined surfaces. Places exposed to dust and other particles (such as outdoors, particularly on a beach). Places subject to rain and water drops, or enclosed places where condensation could occur such as inside a plastic bag. Do not use the printer with a power supply other than that specified. Incorrect voltage may damage printer parts, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock. Connect the power cord correctly.
WARNING Observe the following when using the optional B-200NH rechargeable battery. Never disassemble, destroy or short-circuit the battery, or throw it in a fire. Doing so may cause an explosion. To recharge the battery, mount it on the printer. If recharging does not finish even though specified recharging time (3 hours) has been exceeded, unplug the power cord to interrupt recharging. While the battery is being recharged, do not unplug the power cord.
NOTE Do not block the vent. Doing so may cause the printer to heat up, possibly resulting in fire or electric shock. Do not block the vent. Do not put the printer in the following places. - Place with poor ventilation - On a soft surface like a rug or bed Do not put the printer on an unstable surface such as a shaky table. If the printer falls, it may injure someone. This could also damage the printer or cause the printer to malfunction. Do not touch the non-user-serviceable parts inside the printer.
Care and storage Beware of moisture condensation. Moisture condensation means that water vapor in the air becomes liquid and sticks to the printer surface. This phenomenon is caused by the following. Rapidly heating the room in which the printer is placed Cool air (from an air conditioner, etc.) blown directly at the printer Moving the printer from a cold place to a warm place Moisture in the air will condense on the paper, deteriorating print quality or causing paper jams.
Getting Started Unpacking the printer Make sure that the following accessories are supplied with your printer. If you are missing any of these accessories, contact your dealer immediately.
What you can do with the P-200 digital color printer Easy printing of images recorded in SmartMedia or CompactFlash You can print images from SmartMedia or CompactFlash recorded with Olympus digital cameras. Making a variety of prints You can make a variety of prints including split prints with multiple images on a single sheet and index prints showing up to 30 recorded images on a single sheet. You can also print images with the date or adjust the contour sharpness of printed images.
Identifying the parts POWER button Cooling fan window PRINT button Control panel Card cover Rechargeable battery unlock lever DC power input connector IEEE1284 26-pin parallel interface connector Paper feed cassette compartment cover Cartridge compartment lid Ink ribbon cartridge SmartMedia slot CompactFlash slot EJECT button Getting Started 13
Operation Panel PRINT button (+) and (-) buttons SmartMedia/Compact Flash button DATE button NUMBER button SPLIT button SHARPNESS button PRINT MODE button POWER button ACCESS/CHARGE indicator ERROR indicator PAPER/RIBBON alarm indicator PRINTING indicator Control Panel Frame Number/File name/Number of print copies display (Displays the data for or .
Setup Setting up the printer Connecting the power supply To supply power from the provided AC adapter 1. Plug the printer power cord into the AC adapter. 2. Plug the AC adapter power cord into a wall outlet, then plug the other end of the printer power cord into the printer's DC power input connector. 3. Press and hold the POWER button for more than 1.5 seconds. 4. The printer turns ON with a beep tone, and the control panel is displayed. 5.
To supply power from the optional rechargeable battery 1. Installing the battery 1) Turn the printer OFF and unplug the AC adapter power cord. 2) Remove the rear cover. 3) Position the battery so that the marking on the battery points in the same direction as the one on the printer. Align the battery with the printer as shown in illustration 3), then push the entire battery toward the printer.
4. Remaining battery power indication The remaining battery power is indicated for 12 seconds after the printer is turned ON and during printing. The remaining battery power indicator segments light according to the following. lights (turns off automatically): The battery is fully charged. You can print. lights (turns off automatically): The remaining battery power is sufficient. You can print. lights (turns off automatically): The remaining battery power is too low.
Loading the ink ribbon cartridge Always use the ink ribbon cartridge and print paper supplied together in the same carton. 1 Note • When using the ink ribbon cartridge compartment for the first time, remove the head protection sheet from the inside. 2 Open the cartridge compartment lid of the printer by pushing down the tab on the cartridge compartment lid. Wind the ink ribbon to remove the slack. While pressing the center of the reel, wind the ink ribbon in the direction of the arrow.
If the cartridge compartment lid does not close: Remove the ink ribbon cartridge, and then re-insert it. Cautions • The cartridge compartment may become very hot during or after operation. Do not insert your finger or hand inside the cartridge compartment. When placing an ink ribbon cartridge on something, stand it on its side to avoid deposition of dust on the ink ribbon. If your touch the ink ribbon or leave it in a place with excessive dust, fingerprints or dust may make clear printing impossible.
Handling the ink ribbon cartridge To replace an ink ribbon cartridge Open the cartridge compartment lid, take out the used ink ribbon cartridge and replace it with a new one. Storage precaution • Do not store an ink ribbon cartridge in a place subject to high temperature or humidity, excessive dust or direct sunlight. To load a half-used ink ribbon cartridge While pressing the center of the reel, wind the ink ribbon in the direction of the arrow. Wind the reel in the direction of the arrow.
Loading print paper Cautions • Be careful not to stain or damage the paper feed guide. • Do not touch the print surface (the glossy surface with nothing printed on it) when handling print paper. • Do not leave print paper in a place subject to excessive dust. Clear prints cannot be obtained if dust or fingerprints are installed on the print surface. • To prevent malfunction, use the dedicated print paper only. • The maximum number of print paper sheets that can be placed in the paper feed cassette is 25.
Note • If you need to transport the paper feed cassette with print paper loaded in it, put the paper feed cassette in a bag or other container. Installing the paper feed cassette onto the printer 1 Open the cover of the paper feed cassette insertion slot by pulling the cover toward the front. To close the cover, push it until the finger hooks on the cover lock with a click.
Basic Printing Printing images recorded on the card (SmartMedia or CompactFlash) The following procedure describes how to select a single image from the card and print it on a single (fullscreen) screen (standard print). Standard print Every time you press the PRINT MODE button, the print mode changes in the following order: standard print all-frame print DPOF print index print.
Note • When you use a card that contains images captured by a different camera, the frame numbers displayed by your camera may not correspond with the ones shown by the printer. To make sure that the printer prints the correct image, use the index print function (see page 33). Or, if your camera can display file names, switch the printer's control panel to file name display to select the image to be printed (see page 27). 2 panel is displayed.
• SmartMedia cards always have priority, even when a CompactFlash card has already been inserted first. If you want to use data from the CompactFlash card, press the SmartMedia/ Compact Flash button to • Hold SmartMedia so that the cut corner is on the bottom right and insert it all the way in. When inserted properly, the SmartMedia card will protrude about 7 mm from the printer panel. select it.
Cautions • If CompactFlash cannot be inserted easily, do not force it in, but remove it, check the CompactFlash insertion orientation and retry insertion from the beginning. • The image recorded in CompactFlash should be printed as it was recorded using an Olympus digital camera. Proper display and printing performances are not guaranteed for images that have been retouched and saved on a PC or that have been recorded with another brand of digital camera.
Printing 1 Press the (+) or (-) button to select the frame number of the image to be printed. To change the frame number display to file name display: The frame number display on the control panel can be switched to file name display. Press and hold the DATE and NUMBER buttons simultaneously for about 2 seconds. The FRAME indicator turns off, the FILE NAME indicator lights, and the lowest 3 digits of the file number are displayed below the indicator.
Use the following procedure to change the display to show the higher 3 digits of the file name (the higher 3 digits of the file name are the one that is displayed on the LCD screen of the digital camera). Press the (+) and (-) buttons simultaneously for about 2 seconds. • The FILE NAME indicator blinks and the higher 4 digits are displayed. Press the (+) or (-) button while FILE NAME blinks to display higher 3 digits of other files.
Cautions • Never attempt to insert or remove the SmartMedia or CompactFlash card while the ACCESS/CHARGE indicator on the operation panel is blinking. Otherwise, the card's formatting may be destroyed, making it unusable. • Do not insert or remove the SmartMedia or CompactFlash card during printing. Otherwise, normal printing may be impossible, or the card's formatting may be destroyed, making it unusable. • Never open the cartridge compartment lid during printing.
• Do not disconnect the AC adapter during printing, even if the optional rechargeable battery is loaded in the printer. Also do not connect the AC adapter during battery-powered printing operation. Otherwise, normal printing may be impossible. • Do not disconnect the AC adapter or remove the optional rechargeable battery during printing. This can make it impossible to remove the ink ribbon cartridge or cause a paper jam. Printer malfunction may result if the printer is left in this condition.
Other Printing Functions Making split prints Before you begin printing, turn the printer ON. Making split prints of the same image You can select the same image for 2-split, 4-split, 9-split or 16-split planes and print them on single sheet of print paper. SPLIT button NUMBER button PRINT MODE button (+) and (-) buttons PRINT button PAPER/RIBBON alarm indicator PRINTING indicator Before you begin printing: Turn the printer ON. 1 Select the image for printing.
3 Press the NUMBER button to select the number of print copies display Select the desired number of print copies with the (+) or (-) button. Any number between 1 and 25 can be selected (see step 2 on page 28). 4 Press the PRINT button. The PRINTING indicator lights and the image will be printed in the selected number of split planes (see step 3 on page 29).
2 Select the last frame number (FRAME) by pressing the NUMBER button, then select the desired frame number where you want to start printing with the (+) or (-) button. (30 images including and located before the selected frame number or file name will be printed in reverse order.)
Printing all recorded images in a SmartMedia or CompactFlash card You can print all the images recorded in a SmartMedia or CompactFlash card. Images can be printed in one full size image per sheet or in split planes. However, all-frame printing may sometimes be unavailable when the file name display function is selected.
All-frame printing Press the NUMBER button to select the frame number display function (FRAME). Select the first frame number to be printed with the (+) or (-) button. All-frame printing starts from the selected frame number, and images are printed in reverse order. During printing, the frame number display on the control panel shows the frame number being printed. When all-frame printing ends, the frame number selected at the beginning of the printing is displayed again.
Printing DPOF-reserved images You can print all the images reserved for DPOF printing by the digital camera. Images can be printed as one full size image per sheet. However, note that certain digital cameras do not have the DPOF facility. For DPOF setting, refer to your digital camera's instruction manual. SHARPNESS button PRINT MODE PRINT button button PAPER/RIBBON alarm indicator PRINTING indicator Before you begin printing: Turn the printer ON.
Notes • DPOF allows printing of images designated by Olympus digital cameras provided with the DPOF reservation facility. • When DPOF reservation is used, only sharpness can be adjusted with this printer. • If trimming is specified in the DPOF reservation, printing may take longer. • DPOF reservation is compatible with date printing, print copies selection and trimming. 2 Press the PRINT button.
Before you begin: 1 Turn the printer ON. 2 For standard printing of selected images on the card, select the standard indicator on the control panel using the PRINT MODE button. For all-frame printing, select the ALL-frame indicator. For split printing, select the split print indicator. 1 Select the image for printing. When the standard indicator or one of the split print indicators is selected above, press the NUMBER button to select the frame number selection function.
Adjusting the sharpness Press the SHARPNESS button to select the degree of contour correction in prints. SHARPNESS button Every time you press the SHARPNESS button, the indicator changes in the order of NORMAL, SOFT and SHARP. Note • With some types of images, the contour may be excessively enhanced.
For Your Information Troubleshooting Use the following measures to solve problems you may experience with your printer, and also read the Installation Guide provided with the optional P-200 connection kit. If the problem persists, contact you dealer. Cannot turn the printer ON. The AC adapter is not connected. Connect the AC adapter properly. (Page 15) Rechargeable battery is not installed. Install the rechargeable battery. (Page 16) The remaining battery power is low.
The control panel displays 000 when the card is inserted. There is no recognizable image data on the card. Check your camera's manual to confirm that its recording format is compatible with the printer (DCF/ EXIF). The error display (-E-) appears when the card is inserted. The card is not inserted correctly. Remove the card and insert it again. There is a problem with the card. Check the card and its contents. (Pages 24-26) Noise interferes with printed images.
The ERROR, PAPER/RIBBON and PRINTING indicators blink. Paper is jammed. Remove jammed paper. (See below.) The ACCESS/CHARGE indicator blinks. The SmartMedia or CompactFlash card is being accessed. Wait a few minutes without removing the card. The ERROR indicator blinks. The cartridge compartment lid is open. Close the cartridge compartment lid. (Page 18) An error has occurred. Turn the printer OFF and ON. If the error persists, consult your dealer. The PRINTING indicator blinks.
If you open the cartridge compartment lid by mistake during printing: 1. Close the cartridge compartment lid to eject print paper automatically. 2. If the print paper is not ejected automatically, remove the paper feed cassette and remove the print paper projecting from the paper feed cassette compartment by hand. If you remove the paper feed cassette by mistake during printing: 1. Printing of the current sheet will continue until finished. After the sheet has been ejected, the ERROR indicator will light.
About the ink ribbon cartridge and print paper Always use the ink ribbon cartridge and print paper specified by Olympus. They are available by ordering the following Olympus model number (as of October 2000). Print Pack, Standard Set: P-25N The standard set contains an ink ribbon cartridge and sheets of print paper. The ink ribbon cartridge is not reusable. The ink ribbon cartridge is not reusable once the ink ribbon runs out.
Specifications Printer Printing system Sublimation dye transfer printing 4-pass printing (Yellow/Magenta/ Cyan and protective overcoat layer) Resolution 320 dpi Effective pixels 1280 (H) x 960 (V) dots (maximum) Print paper size 4.9 x 3.1 inches (125.6 x 80 mm) Printing size 4 (H) x 3 (V) inches (maximum) (101.6 (H) x 76.2 (V) mm) Gradations 128 levels (7 bits) per color Approx. 2,097,000 colors Card operation time Approx. 7 seconds for 2,000,000pixel class Approx.
FCC notice This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed and used properly, that is, in strict accordance with the manufacturer's instructions, may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.
Accessories (as of October 2000) Print pack (standard set, P-25N) Dedicated rechargeable battery (B-200NH) PC connection kit, parallel (C-P20P) PC connection kit, USB (C-P20U) Gadget bag for P-200 SmartMedia (8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB) For Your Information 47
Print index Standard print (Page 23) Split printing (Page 31) 2-split print 4-split print 9-split print 16-split print (Page 34) Index printing (Page 33) Date printing (Page 37) IBM PC/AT is a registered trademark of International Business Machines Corporation of the U.S.A. Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries. Macintosh is a trademark licensed to Apple Computer Inc., registered in the U.S.A. and other countries.
OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO., LTD. San-Ei Building, 22-2, Nishi Shinjuku 1-chome, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, Japan. (Customer support) Tel. 0426-42-7499 Tokyo http://www.olympus.co.jp OLYMPUS AMERICA INC. Two Corporate Center Drive, Melville, NY 11747-3157, U.S.A. Tel. 631-844-5000 (Customer support) Tel. 1-888-553-4448 http://www.olympus.com OLYMPUS OPTICAL CO. (EUROPA) GMBH. (Premises/Goods delivery) Wendenstraße 14-16, 20097 Hamburg, Germany. Tel. 040-237730 (Letters) Postfach 10 49 08, 20034 Hamburg, Germany.
