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CADJET2 User's Guide

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P/N 205377 Rev. A

NOVAJET® and ENCAD® are registered trademarks of ENCAD, Inc.

Trademark application for CADJET2™ is pending.

HP-GL®, HP-GL/2®, and HP RTL® are registered trademarks of Hewlett-Packard Company.

AutoCAD® is a registered trademark of AutoDesk, Inc.

Copyright ENCAD, Inc. 1995

No part of this manual may be copied or distributed, transmitted, transcribed, stored in aretrieval system, or translated in any human or computing language, in any form or by anymeans, electronic, mechanical, magnetic or otherwise, or disclosed to a third party without theexpress written permission of ENCAD, Inc., 6059 Cornerstone Court West, San Diego, CA92121, U.S.A.

REVISION HISTORY

First release September 1995


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FCC Statement (U.S.A.)The United States Federal Communications Commission has specified that the following notice be broughtto the attention of users of the CADJET2.

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO ANDTELEVISION INTERFERENCE FOR CLASS B DEVICE

StatementThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuantto part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmfulinterference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequencyenergy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference toradio communications.

User Instructions:

If the equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determinedby turning the equipment on and off, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of thefollowing measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver isconnected.

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by ENCAD, Inc. could void the user's authority tooperate the equipment.

Note: This product was FCC certified under test conditions that included the use of shielded I/O cables andconnectors between system components. To be in compliance with FCC regulations, the user must useshielded cables and connectors and install them properly.

VDE Statement

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WARRANTY OR DAMAGE CLAIMS

United States

ENCAD®, Inc., warrants its CADJET2 ("PRODUCT") to be free from defects in workmanship and materialsfor a period of one year from the date of purchase. This Warranty applies only to CADJET2s purchasedfrom ENCAD, or authorized ENCAD distributors or dealers. The intent of this Warranty is to repair orreplace Products subjected to normal wear and tear when operated according to ENCAD instructions, andthis Warranty does not apply to any defects or damage caused by accident; misapplication; adverseenvironmental conditions; unauthorized or improper use, modification or service; or negligence.

Within thirty (30) days of purchase, a defective Product will be replaced with new Product, and ENCADwill then arrange for return of the defective Product at ENCAD's expense. Subsequent to thirty (30) daysafter purchase (and for the remainder of the Warranty period), at ENCAD's option, a defective Product willbe repaired or will be exchanged and replaced with a factory refurbished Product. In the event of aWarranty exchange, ENCAD will ship replacement Product, next day air, to Buyer at ENCAD's expense,and Buyer will return the defective Product to ENCAD within ten (10) days of receipt of a replacementProduct, at Buyer's expense.

In order to submit a Warranty claim, please contact the ENCAD Help Desk at (619) 452-4350. When adefect is confirmed, ENCAD will issue Buyer a Return Material Authorization number (RMA) to be usedby Buyer when shipping the Product to ENCAD in San Diego, California. If Product is damaged duringshipment, Buyer is to notify the carrier (ENCAD does not assume any responsibility for loss or damage toProduct in transit).

ENCAD reserves the right to make changes or improvements to Products, without incurring any obligationto similarly alter Products previously purchased.

Buyer's sole and exclusive rights pursuant to this Warranty shall be for the repair or replacement ofdefective Product. ENCAD specifically disclaims any and all other warranties, expressed or implied,including but not limited to, implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Inno event shall ENCAD be liable for any loss of profit or other commercial damages, special, incidental orconsequential damages, or any other damages or claims, whatsoever.

This Warranty gives Buyer specific legal rights, and Buyer may also have other rights that vary from stateto state.

Internationally

Contact your dealer or distributor for warranty information.


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Material safety data sheetCADJET2 ink is non-hazardous, requiring no special disposal handling.It can be harmful if swallowed, and should be kept away from children.

To obtain a material safety data sheet, contact ENCAD, Inc. at:

6059 Cornerstone CourtSan Diego, California 92121-3734(619) 452-4350

International users should contact their local dealer or distributors.

CADJET2 Reference MaterialsIn addition to this User Guide, the following additional guides areincluded with your plotter:

Installation Guide - Tells you how to assemble and install the plotter'shardware.

Software Drivers - Contains information for installing and using theDOS utilities, Windows driver, and the AutoCad Device Interface (ADI)driver.

Troubleshooting - Provides answers to commonly asked questions andsolutions to typical problems.

Supplies Reference - Includes a complete list of ENCAD media, inkcartridges, and spare parts.


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Manual conventions➪ Indicates a procedure for you to follow in order to perform a specific

function. Read the accompanying explanatory text before following thestep-by-step procedure.

! Indicates a warning. Ignoring the warning can cause damage to theplotter or result in an unsatisfactorily plotted image.

✓ Indicates a tip or suggestion that can make using the CADJET2 plottereasier or improve your plotted images.

Manual organizationIt is not necessary to read this manual from cover to cover. ReadingChapters 1 through 3 will give you an understanding of CADJET2'sbasic operation. Your particular needs will determine how you use therest of the guide.

Chapter 1 Introduction - Explains the theory of pen plotters and theadvantages of inkjet technology used in the CADJET2.

Chapter 2 Getting started - Describes the plotter's components andexplains the basic steps needed for using CADJET2 after it has beenassembled and connected to your computer. Includes procedures forinstalling and priming ink cartridges and loading media. Also includesinstructions for periodic cleaning of the cartridges and capping station.

Chapter 3 Working with your application - Explains how to setup theCADJET2 and your application for plotting.

Chapter 4 Setting plotter options - Explains how to use some of thefeatures of CADJET2.

Chapter 5 Positioning an image - Explains how to choose a media sizethat fits your required plot area and how to change the size of the plotarea.

Chapter 6 Choosing plotting parameters - Explains how to choose theprint mode that will give you the quality you want and how to set otheroptions that also affect quality. Also explains how to clean the inkcartridges and capping station.


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Chapter 7 Plotting vector data - Explains how to use the optionsavailable for plotting vector files when you override software control andgive control to the plotter.

Appendix A Calibration - Explains what to look for in the color andmonochrome calibration plots, and how to make the adjustments.

Appendix B Installing additional memory - Explains how to installadditional memory for printing large vector files or for large files con-taining merged vector and raster data..

Appendix C Menu tree - Explains the menu structure.

Appendix D Error messages - Explains the error messages and providessuggestions of what to do when you see them displayed.

Appendix E Glossary - Explains the meaning of terms used in themanual.

Appendix F Technical information - Provides the technical specifica-tions for CADJET2.

Appendix G Ordering supplies - Provides information for orderingsupplies for your CADJET2 plotter.

Appendix H Serial cable - Provides CADJET2 serial cable require-ments.


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ContentsChapter 1 Introduction ............................................................. 1-1

Plotting with CADJET2 ............................................................................... 1-1Obtaining quality results with CADJET2 ..................................................... 1-1Choosing a media type ............................................................................... 1-2

Chapter 2 Getting Started ........................................................ 2-1Plotter components ..................................................................................... 2-1Control panel .............................................................................................. 2-3Moving the carriage .................................................................................... 2-5Installing the ink cartridges ......................................................................... 2-5Automatic media loading ............................................................................ 2-9Manual media loading ................................................................................ 2-11Priming the ink cartridges ........................................................................... 2-13Aligning the cartridges ................................................................................ 2-14Taking the plotter offline .............................................................................. 2-14Periodic cleaning ........................................................................................ 2-15Cleaning the capping station ...................................................................... 2-16

Chapter 3 Working with your application ............................... 3-1Choosing an emulation format .................................................................... 3-1Setting the serial communication parameters ............................................ 3-3

Chapter 4 Setting plotter options ............................................ 4-1Choosing a language .................................................................................. 4-1Setting the ink level estimator ..................................................................... 4-2Setting a dry time ........................................................................................ 4-4Cutting the media ....................................................................................... 4-5Turning off Save Media ............................................................................... 4-6Saving user settings ................................................................................... 4-6Returning to the default settings ................................................................. 4-8Displaying the advanced options ................................................................ 4-10Setting the memory configuration ............................................................... 4-10

Chapter 5 Positioning an image .............................................. 5-1Selecting the media standard ..................................................................... 5-1Changing the length of the plot area ........................................................... 5-4Changing the plot area margins ................................................................. 5-6


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Chapter 6 Choosing plotting parameters .......................... 6-1Print modes ........................................................................................... 6-1User defined print modes using advanced options ................................ 6-3Reducing the ink .................................................................................... 6-5Nesting .................................................................................................. 6-6

Chapter 7 Plotting vector data ........................................... 7-1Using the vector palette ......................................................................... 7-2Setting pen colors .................................................................................. 7-3Using intersect control ........................................................................... 7-5Improving line-length accuracy .............................................................. 7-6Rotating the image ................................................................................ 7-8Making multiple prints ............................................................................ 7-9Scaling the print area using the P1/P2 coordinates ............................. 7-10Setting the wait time ............................................................................ 7-10Setting the ink limit .............................................................................. 7-11

Appendix A Calibration ...................................................... A-1Cartridge calibration ............................................................................. A-1XY calibration ....................................................................................... A-4

Appendix B Installing additional memory ........................ B-1Acceptable SIMM sizes ........................................................................ B-1SIMM installation .................................................................................. B-2

Appendix C Menu tree........................................................ C-1

Appendix D Error messages ............................................. D-1HP-GL emulation error messages ........................................................ D-1RS-422/232 error messages ................................................................ D-1Special front panel messages .............................................................. D-2

Appendix E Glossary ......................................................... E-1

Appendix F Technical information .....................................F-1

Appendix G Ordering supplies .......................................... G-1Ink cartridges for CADJET2 plotters ..................................................... G-1ENCAD media for CADJET2 printers ................................................... G-1ENCAD supplies ordering information .................................................. G-1

Appendix H Serial cable..................................................... H-1CADJET2 RS-232 cable requirements ................................................. H-1

Introduction 1

CADJET2 delivers fast, high-quality monochrome graphics for a varietyof Computer Aided Drafting applications. Unlike most inkjet plotters inits price range, however, CADJET2 can also add color to your drawings.Color can be used for adding corporate logos to title blocks, differentiat-ing design layers, clarifying cross-sections, or for “red-lining” or call-outs.

CADJET2 is an ideal replacement for pen plotters because:

• Plots are completed quickly, no matter how complex. Pen plotterspeed is directly dependent on drawing complexity, since each line orobject is drawn individually.

• Inkjet technology is clean and reliable. Pen clogs, skips, and blobsare eliminated.

• A wider variety of line widths and colors gives you more control overyour final drawing.

Plotting with CADJET2CADJET2 accepts vector/object oriented data in the form of HP-GL® orHP-GL/2® formats. These files are stored in the plotter’s memory,rasterized (converted to bit patterns) by the plotter’s processor, and thenprinted by the inkjet mechanism.

You can “map” various attributes, such as pen color, width, and line typeonto each pen number that the application software references. Choosefrom 15 line widths, 256 colors, or 8 shades of gray for ultimate controlover your drawings.

Obtaining quality results with CADJET2Although no inkjet or raster plotter can produce diagonal lines or circlesas smooth as a pen plotter, excellent results can be obtained. The follow-ing sections provide tips for getting the best results.

Set the proper plot modeCADJET2 has four plot modes which allow the user to trade-off betweenquality and speed. See Chapter 6 for more information.

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Use the right mediaGood pen plotter bond paper works fine on CADJET2 for line draw-ings and light fills. The Supplies Reference Guide provided with yourplotter includes a guide to the various types of media and their suitabil-ity to a wide range of applications. Ordering information is included inAppendix G of this manual.

Align cartridgesDrawings containing both black and color elements require alignmentof the black cartridge to the color cartridge. See Appendix A fordetails.

Choosing a media typeA wide variety of specially treated bonds, vellums, and films areavailable for inkjet plotters. The type of media you use depends on itspurpose. You would not want to run first draft prints on expensivepolyester film, nor would you want to make a final print on copiermedia. To prevent costly errors, check the media types, characteristics,and suggested uses before printing an image.

Although standard plotter bond and vellum produce excellent results formost CAD drawings, special inkjet media is coated to minimize theeffect of bleeding, and to improve color saturation.

ENCAD offers these media types:

Paper-based mediaPRESENTATION BOND—use for shaded images and heavy area fills.Specially coated for inkjet plotting. Minimal bleeding. Brilliant colors.

PREMIUM BOND—for images with more color fill, such as maps, me-chanical or architectural renderings, PC board layouts, and presenta-tions.

Polyester-based mediaDRAFTING MATTE—use for final CAD drawings, archives, reproductionSpecial inkjet polyester film should be used for its drying characteristicsMore durable than bonds or vellums for drafting applications.

TRANSPARENCY FILM—use for overlays, as in electrical schematics, oroverhead projections.

Getting Started 2

Before you can use your plotter, there are several things you must do.This chapter tells you how to:

• identify plotter components

• set plotter options

• install ink cartridges

• load media

• maintain your plotter.

Plotter components

Refer to following figure to identify the CADJET2 components referredto throughout this guide.

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Control panelA vertical line of buttons at the right side of the plotter lets you controlmany of its functions. The following illustration briefly explains thepurpose of each button. Later in this chapter you’ll find more detailedexplanations and the procedures for using each of the buttons.

After seven minutes of inactivity, the plotter goes into "sleep" mode toconserve energy. Pressing any button or sending data, alerts the plotterand puts it into ready mode.


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At the right of the plotter, you will see a display like the one in thefollowing illustration. With this part of the front panel you scroll throughthe menu, selecting various options and setting certain parameters.

The Help Card in the top cover of the plotter shows the layout of themenu. As you can see, there are eight main menu topics, each havingseveral submenus. Submenu items with an arrow next to them haveadditional submenus. The menu item or option that appears on the HelpCard next to the equals sign is the plotter default. If you press the Selectbutton when an option with an "=" is displayed, the equals sign blinks,indicating that you can change the setting for that option. While theequals sign is blinking, you can use the arrow buttons to scroll through thevalues available for the option. When you press the Select button again,the equals sign stops blinking, and the value displayed next to it is set forthat option.

Notice that some of the menu items on the Help Card are shaded. Theseare the advanced options. To see these options in your menu, follow theprocedure for “Displaying the advanced options” in Chapter 5.

➪ To use the plotter menu

1 Press any button to alert the plotter (if it's in sleep mode).

2 Press the arrow keys to scroll through the main menu topics.

3 Press Select to choose a menu topic.

4 Press the arrow keys to scroll through the submenus.

5 Press Select to change a submenu option or set a parameter.


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The equals sign (=) blinks while you use the arrow keys to scroll through thevalues for that option. Holding the arrow keys down lets you scroll faster.

6 Press Select to set a value or parameter. The equals sign (=) stops blinking,indicating that the value displayed is set.

7 Press the Menu button to move back to the previous menu level.

Moving the carriageUse the Access Cartridges button on the plotter’s front panel to movethe carriage to the center of the platen so that you can install, change,adjust or clean the ink cartridges.

! Don’t attempt to install or remove an ink cartridge from thecarriage without first moving the carriage out of the cappingstation (press Access Cartridges). Don’t attempt to manually pullthe carriage out of the capping station at any time while theplotter is turned on. This can damage the plotter.

! If the carriage movement seems jerky, call ENCAD TechnicalSupport at 619-452-4350. DO NOT APPLY LUBRICANT TOTHE SHAFT. Applying lubricant will void your warranty.

Installing the ink cartridgesThe CADJET2 plotter uses one tri-color cartridge and one black car-tridge. One of each cartridge is provided with your new CADJET2plotter. With these cartridges, you can plot monochrome drawings ormonochrome drawings with some color objects.

To order replacement cartridges, call ENCAD at 800-45-ENCAD, (619)677-5071, or fax ENCAD at (619) 546-7894, or international users cancall their local CADJET sales center.

! The ink used in the cartridges can be harmful if swallowed.Keep the ink cartridges away from children.

✓ Ink cartridges can dry out quickly so keep them sealed in theoriginal containers until you’re ready to install them.


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When the carriage moves out from its capping station, the cartridge jetsare exposed to the air. If you leave them exposed for more than a fewminutes at a time (except during plotting), the jets can become cloggedor dry. (See the section on "Cleaning the ink cartridges" later in thischapter.) When you remove open ink cartridges from the plotter, put thepackaging tape back on the jets, and store the cartridges in sealed plasticbags to prevent the jets from drying.

Each time you place new ink cartridges in the plotter, prime and calibratethem to ensure the highest quality printed images. Priming and calibrationprocedures are discussed later in this chapter.

➪ To install the ink cartridges

1 Press the Access Cartridges button to move the carriage out of the cappingstation.

2 Remove the tricolor ink cartridge from its packaging, holding it by the greenplastic top only. Remove the protective tape as described in the instructionsincluded in the cartridge packaging.

Note: cartridges dry out quickly. Keep them in their original packaging untilready for installation.

! Touching the copper area that houses the electrical interconnect andthe inkjets can damage the cartridge.

3 On the carriage, pull the levers on the carriage downward to open thecartridge holders.


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4 Hold the tricolor ink cartridge so that the arrow on the top is pointing towardthe plotter and insert it straight down into the carriage.

! Warning: When installing the catridges, lower them straight down intothe cartridge covers. Tilting the cartridges at an angle may damagethe carriage flex cable. Tapping catridges on any hard surface mayjar cartridge components and cause extreme damage.

5 Gently push the cartridge down and forward. Holding the cartridge in posi-tion, push the lever up until it stops.

6 Remove the black ink cartridge from its packaging. Holding it by the blackplastic body, remove the protective tape.


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7 Hold the black ink cartridge so that the label is pointing toward you andinsert it into the carriage.

8 Gently push the cartridge down and forward, being sure that it is under thetab. Holding the cartridge in position, push the lever up until it stops.

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Cartridge storageThere is usually no reason to remove cartridges from the plotter.However, if you do, place the cartridge in a sealed plastic bag. Store itin a closed area at room temperature. Keep the cartridge out of directsunlight.

Refilling cartridgesENCAD does not warrant refilled cartridges. Incompatible inks mayyield poor results and may damage the printhead or the plotter.

Automatic media loadingThe CADJET can use either roll media or cut sheet media. As adefault, the plotter is set to load roll media. Roll media used onCADJET must have an inside diameter of two inches and a maximumoutside diameter of three and one-half inches.

! If your roll media has wrinkled or damaged edges due toshipping or poor handling, cut off the damaged part of the rollprior to loading to prevent the media from jamming in theplotter.

➪ To load roll media

1 Standing in front of the plotter, lift the media roll over the cover and rest iton the media guides. Do not rest media on the roll supports. The mediashould feed over the top of the roll.

2 Move the right (from the front) guide toward the center of the plotter until itstops. This aligns the media to the alignment mark on the front of theplaten.

3 Move the left (from the front) guide toward the center of the plotter until itfits firmly in the left side of the media roll.

4 Align the media to the line on the back of the platen and feed the mediathrough the slot at the back of the plotter, until it touches the rollers on theplaten. Make sure the media is tightly rolled.


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5 Press the Load button. The media will be pulled into the plotter, sized andpositioned for plotting. The display indicates the status of the Roll, Cut andSave Media options, as shown below (the plotter default).

ROLL=ON, CUT=ON

SAVE MEDIA=ON

➪ To load sheet media

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the PrinterSetup menu, then press Select.

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Roll option, then press Select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

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3 Press the arrow buttons to set the Roll option to Off, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) stops blinking.

PRINTER SETUP

ROLL=OFF

4 Place a sheet of media on the platen. Align the right side of the media withthe alignment mark.

5 Making sure that the media is flat and under the rollers and keeping yourhands clear of the carriage, press the Load button. The media is sized andpulled to the back of the plotter until it reaches the start position on theplaten.

Manual media loadingIn some cases the CADJET2 may not sense or correctly size certainmedia, for example, if the media has a preprinted border. If this happensyou may use the Manual loading feature in the Advanced menus. Thefollowing procedure applies to both Roll and Sheet media.



➪ Setting the manual load option

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the Utilitiesmenu, then press Select.

2 Press the arrow key to advance to the Options menu, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) blinks.

UTILITIES

OPTIONS=EASY

3 Press the arrow buttons to set Options to Advanced, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) stops blinking.

UTILITIES

OPTIONS=ADVANCED

4 Press the Menu key to return to the Main Menu. Press the arrow buttons toadvance to the Printer Setup Menu, then press Select.

5 Press the arrow key to advance to the Load menu, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

LOAD=AUTO

6 Press the arrow key to set the Load option to Manual, then press Select.The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

➪ To manually load media

1 Insert media into the plotter as shown in the appropriate diagrams on pages6 (roll media) or 7 (sheet media). Press the Feed Media key and the displaywill read as follows:

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2 Using the arrow keys, up arrow for Backward and down arrow for Forward,align the front edge of the media with the front of the groove in the platen.

3 Press the Load key, the display shows the following:

SELECT MEDIA

SIZE=US ARCH E

4 Press Select. The equals (=) sign will blink. Press the arrow key to advanceto the desired media size, then press Select. The equals (=) sign stopsblinking and the media is loaded. If your media size is not listed, you willneed to select a different Media Standard. Refer to the "Selecting the mediastandard" section in Chapter 5.

Priming the ink cartridgesBefore printing and at regular intervals during printing, the plotter wipesthe ink cartridge jets at the capping station. Still, ink cartridge jets canbecome clogged, especially with prolonged exposure to the air or withdisuse. Use the Prime function to clear the jets and to check that the inkcartridges fire properly. ENCAD recommends that you prime thecartridges when they have not been used for a few days to ensure thebest possible print quality. When you press Prime, a test pattern isprinted.

The test pattern consists of one wide band of black, and thin bands ofeach color from the tricolor cartridge and a series of segmented slopinglines. Each segment in the sloping lines represents one jet.

The bands should be smooth, without dark streaks or white lines. Thesloping lines should not look fuzzy or contain gaps. If you see discrepan-cies in the pattern, prime the cartridges several more times. If you stillsee discrepancies after priming the plotter several times, you shouldclean the cartridges. See “Cleaning the ink cartridges” later in thischapter for the procedure.

If you suspect an ink cartridge has become clogged during printing, pressthe Prime button to cause the cartridges to fire into the ink well (purgingthe jets). Printing will resume after this purging.



➪ To prime the ink cartridges

1 With media loaded, press the Prime button. A test pattern prints.

2 Examine the pattern for streaks or white lines in the bands, and for gaps orfuzzy lines in the sloping horizontal lines.

3 If any of these discrepancies appear, prime the plotter several more times totry to clear the jets.

4 If priming does not clear the jets, you may need to clean the ink cartridges.See “Cleaning the ink cartridges” later in this chapter for the procedure.

Aligning the cartridgesCartridge calibration aligns the tricolor cartridge to the black ink car-tridge. This procedure is only required when plotting files with both colorand black data. The Color test patterns let you check the current horizon-tal and vertical alignment values and adjust them for the best plottingresults. You should check the calibration each time you remove orchange one of the ink cartridges. See Appendix A, "Calibration" for thecalibration procedures.

Taking the plotter offlineYou may want to take the plotter offline for a variety of reasons, includ-ing to load media, replace ink cartridges, clear a paper jam, or performother maintenance. All plotter keypad and menu functions are availablewhile the plotter is offline.

To take the plotter offline, press the Offline/Reset button on the keypad.The display will show the following:

SELECT MEDIA

SIZE=US ARCH E

Pressing the Offline/Reset button a second time returns the plotteronline.

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Periodic cleaningTo maintain the consistent quality of your plotted images, periodicmaintenance of the Ink Cartridges and Capping Station is required.

Cleaning the ink cartridgesThe ink cartridges may require occasional maintenance when used in lowhumidity or if they aren’t sealed in a container or plastic bag when youtake them out of the plotter. If repeated priming doesn’t unclog the head,follow the cleaning procedure below.

➪ To clean the ink cartridges

1 Press the Access Cartridges button to move the carriage away from thecapping station.

2 Remove the ink cartridge from the plotter.

3 Press lightly against the jets with a water-moistened, lint-free, non-papercloth, gently blot cartridge. Blot - do not wipe. Wiping may damage the jets.(Ink will appear on the cloth.) Gently blot any excess ink and reinstall thecartridge.

! Never use alcohol to clean the jet area of the cartridge. Do not allowthe cartridge's jet area to rest on the bottom of the ultrasonic cleaner.

4 Insert the cartridge into the carriage and press the Access Cartridges buttonto return the carriage to the capping station.

5 Press the Prime button to check the cartridges. Repeat two more times, ifnecessary. If the cartridges fire correctly, perform the appropriate calibrationprocedure from Appendix A.

6 If the cartridge continues to misfire, remove it from the plotter. Rinse the inkfrom the bottom of the cartridge using warm distilled water or an ultrasoniccleaner (the type used to clean technical pens or jewelry) filled with distilledwater. Insert ONLY the bottom end of the cartridge body into the ultrasoniccleaner for 10-20 seconds, then remove.

7 Dry all surfaces of the cartridge, except for the bottom, or jet area and thecircuit plate.

8 Repeat steps 4 and 5. If these procedures fail to unclog the cartridge, it maybe out of ink.



Cleaning the capping stationInk and dust can accumulate in the capping station causing poor printquality. When this happens, use the following procedure to clean it.

➪ To clean the capping station

1 Press the Access Cartridges button to move the carriage away from thecapping station.

2 Raise the cover of the plotter.

3 Remove the sled.

4 Rinse the sled with warm water.

5 Dry the sled and replace it.

6 Press the Access Cartridges button to return the carriage to the cappingstation.

7 Lower the top cover.

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Before starting, be sure that you have loaded the CADJET DOS utilities,and any other drivers that may be appropriate to your application, forexample, the ADI driver or Windows driver. Your application softwarewill usually come with a set of printer/plotter drivers used to print hardcopies of your working files. The instructions for installing the applica-tions drivers should be included with your application. For additionalinformation on drivers and software, refer to the Software Driver Guidewhich is included with your plotter documentation suite.

Choosing an emulation formatThe emulation formats supported by the CADJET2 are HP-GL, HP-GL/2, and HP RTL®. If your software application supports the ENCADNOVAJET® 840, ENCAD NOVAJET II, or ENCAD CADJET2 plotters,or an HP-GL, HP-GL/2 or HP RTL, follow the instructions in yoursoftware application's user documentation for configuring your softwarefor the plotter. Check your software for the following printer/plotterdrivers in the order listed.

• CADJET2 (HP-GL/2 or HP RTL)

• NOVAJET III (HP-GL/2 or HP RTL)

• NOVAJET II (HP-GL/2 or HP RTL)

• Generic HP-GL/2 or HP RTL

• Other HP-GL/2 devices

• Generic HP-GL devices

If your software only supports HP-GL, it may require specific serialinterface settings; follow the instructions for entering them in CADJET2RS-422/232 menu. If your software communicates via CentronicsParallel, no special settings are required.

The CADJET2 can automatically sense whether your file is HP-GL/2 orHP RTL, but cannot sense whether the file is HP-GL. The plotter'sdefault emulation setting is HP-GL/2, which will plot HP-GL/2, HP RTLand files that contain both HP-GL/2 and HP RTL data (merged vector/raster files). If your software application only has a driver for HP-GL,you must select HP-GL emulation from the plotter's Printer Setup menu.

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* Requires a PostScript® interpreter for conversion to HP RTL. Refer to theSoftware Reference Guide, available from ENCAD.

**Requires a conversion utility for conversion to HP RTL. Refer to theSoftware Reference Guide, available from ENCAD.

The table that follows will help you determine which emulation format toselect.

Software ApplicationOutput Options

Typical Interface Plotter Emulation Mode

HP7475 (B SIZE MAX) SERIAL (RS-232) HP7475 (ADVANCED OPTION)

HP7550 (B SIZE MAX) SERIAL (RS-232) HP7550 (ADVANCED OPTION)

HP7580 (D SIZE MAX) SERIAL (RS-232) HP758X (ADVANCED OPTION)

HP7585 (E SIZE MAX) SERIAL (RS-232) HP758X (ADVANCED OPTION)

HP7586 (E SIZE MAX) SERIAL (RS-232) HP758X (ADVANCED OPTION)

HP7586B (E SIZE ROLL) SERIAL (RS-232) HP758X (ADVANCED OPTION)

HP7595 (E SIZE MAX) SERIAL (RS-232) HP-GL

HP7496A (E SIZE ROLL) SERIAL (RS-232) HP-GL

DRAFTMASTER (E SIZEROLL)

SERIAL (RS-232) HP-GL

CADJET ALL MODELS PARALLEL HP-GL/2

NOVAJET ALL MODELS PARALLEL HP-GL/2

HP7600 COLOR PARALLEL HP-GL/2

DESIGNJET ALL MODELS PARALLEL HP-GL/2

DRAFTMASTERSX/RX/MX

PARALLEL HP-GL/2

POSTSCRIPT* PARALLEL HP-GL/2

TIFF, TARGA, GIF, ETC ** PARALLEL HP-GL/2

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If your software doesn’t state that it supports any of the formats listedabove, contact the software vendor and ask for the availability of asuitable driver.

➪ To choose an emulation format

1 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Printer Setup menu, then pressSelect.

MAIN MENU

PRINTER SETUP

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Emulation menu, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

EMULATION=HPGL2

3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the Emulation formats, thenpress Select. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

4 Press the Menu button to move back up to the previous menu level.

Setting the serial communication parametersIf your software or hardware platform only has serial communicationcapability, check the manuals provided with your system for therequired communication parameters prior to setting the RS-422/232options on the plotter. (See Appendix H for serial cabling information.)

Setting the baud rateBaud rate is the data transmission rate (in bits per second) betweenyour computer and the CADJET2. The RS-422/232 Setup menu letsyou select from the following baud rates:

300 600 1200 24004800 9600 19200 38400



➪ To set the baud rate

1 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the RS-422/232 Setup menu, thenpress Select.

MAIN MENU

RS-422/232

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Baud menu, then press Select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the baud rates. Press Select forthe baud rate you want. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

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BAUD=9600

4 Press the down arrow to advance to the Parity option.

Setting the parityThe RS-422/232 Setup menu lets you select from the following parityoptions:

ODD, 7 BITS OFF, 8 BITS

EVEN, 8 BITS ODD, 8 BITS

OFF, 7 BITS EVEN, 7 BITS

➪ To set the parity

1 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Parity menu, then press Select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

RS-422/232 SETUP

PARITY=EVEN,7BTS

2 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the Parity options, then pressSelect for the option you want. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

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3 Press the down arrow to move to the Handshake option.

Setting the handshake modeThe Handshake options are:

Hardwire None

Xon/Xoff Enq/Ack

➪ To set the handshake mode

1 Press the arrow key to advance to the HandShk-Hardwire menu, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

RS-422/232 SETUP

HANDSHK=HARDWIRE

2 Press the arrow key to scroll through the Handshake options, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

3 Press the down arrow to move to the DTR option.

Setting the DTR optionThe DTR (Data Terminal Ready) options are:

DTR=NORMAL DTR=BYPASS

Set DTR to Normal if the Handshake option is set to Hardwire and toBypass if Handshake is XON/XOFF.



➪ To set the DTR option

1 Press the arrow key to advance to the DTR menu, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) blinks.

RS-422/232 SETUP

DTR=NORMAL

2 Press the arrow key to scroll through the Handshake options, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

3 Press the menu button to move back to the previous menu level.

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You can define plotter options through your application software or bychoosing settings from the plotter's menus. CADJET2 has the followingoptions from which to choose:

• Language• Ink low warning light• Dry time• Media save• Automatic cutter on/off• Emulation• Save user• Initialize (return to default settings)• Options, advanced/easy• Memory configuration

Choosing a languageCADJET2 menus and options can be displayed in the following lan-guages: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, and Katakana. (Note:Katakana requires special firmware. Ask your dealer for details)

➪ To choose a language:

1 From the Main Menu press the arrow buttons to advance to the Printer Setupmenu, then press Select.

MAIN MENU

PRINTER SETUP

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Lanuage option, thenpress Select. The equals sign (=) blinks.

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3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the language options. When thelanguage you want to use is displayed, press Select. The equals sign stopsblinking, indicating that the value is set.

Setting the ink level estimatorOver time and depending on what you’re printing, one or more of the inkcartridges will start to run low on ink. CADJET2 provides a unique inklevel estimation feature called ink counting, so that you can monitor theamount of ink in each cartridge. With ink counting, CADJET2 estimatesthe amount of ink remaining in the cartridges by counting the ink dropletsfired from the jets. Before using the ink counting feature however, youshould be aware that it may slow your printing time.

The ink counting procedure requires you to set values for three options inthe Utilities menu:

• Ink Low Level• Ink Low Stop• Current Ink Level

The Ink Low Level option lets you specify an estimated ink level atwhich you want to be alerted by the Ink Low light on the plotter’s frontpanel and an audible beep. If you specify a Low Level value, such as10%, the Ink Low light turns on when the estimated ink in either car-tridge falls to approximately 10%. To see which cartridge is low, use theCurrent Ink Level menu, discussed later in this chapter. Ink countingis disabled for both cartridges when the Ink Low Level option isset to 0% (the default).

➪ To set the Ink Low Level

1 From the Main Menu press the arrow buttons to advance to the Utilitiesmenu, then press Select.

MAIN MENU

UTILITIES

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Ink Low Level option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

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INK LOW LVL=0%

3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the ink percentages at which youwant to be alerted by the Ink Low warning light, then press Select. Theequals sign stops blinking, indicating that the value is set.

4 Follow the procedures (below) for setting the Ink Low Stop and the CurrentInk Level options.

If you've set the plotter to print multiple images while you're away, you canalso tell the plotter to stop printing if any cartridge reaches 0% ink, bysetting the Ink Low Stop option to Yes.

➪ To set the Ink Low Stop

1 With Ink Low Level option displayed, press the down arrow to display theInk Low Stop option.

UTILITIES

INK LOW STOP=NO

2 Press Select. The equals sign blinks.

3 Press the arrow buttons to move between Yes and No, then press Select.The equals sign stops blinking.

4 Follow the procedure (below) for setting the Current Ink Level option.

The Current Ink Level value displayed in the plotter menu automaticallychanges as the ink level drops. When installing new cartridges, reset thecurrent level to 100%.

➪ To reset the Current Ink Level

1 Follow the procedures (above) for setting the Ink Low Level and the LowLevel Stop options.

2 Press the down arrow to advance to the Current Ink Level option, thenpress Select. The menu changes as shown below.



UTILITIES

CURRENT INK LVL

CURRENT INK LVL

BLACK=10%

3 If resetting the level for the black cartridge, press Select twice to reset to100%.

4 If resetting the level for the tricolor cartridge, press the arrow key to advanceto the Tricolor menu.

CURRENT INK LVL

TRI-COLOR=10%

5 Press Select twice to reset to 100%

6 Press the Menu button to return to previous menu level.

Setting a dry timeUnattended prints might require drying time to prevent the ink fromsmearing when the image touches the basket or previously printedimages. Dry Time values range from 5 seconds to 60 minutes. When theDry Time has expired, the plotter unloads or cuts the image and beginsplotting the next image in the buffer.

➪ To set the drying time for the plot

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow key to advance to the Printer Setupmenu, then press Select.

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PRINTER SETUP

DRYTIME=0:00

3 Press the arrow key to increment the Dry Time values, and press Select tochoose the value you want. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


Cutting the mediaIf the Cut option is set to On (the default), the plotter automatically cutsthe media when the image is complete. If you want to let the image drybefore cutting, specify a Dry Time. See “Drying a print” in this chapterfor the procedure. You can use the Cut button on the plotter’s front panelat any time to cut the media manually.

➪ To turn off the automatic cutter

1 From the Main menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the PrinterSetup menu, then press Select.

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Cutter option, then press Select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

CUT=ON

3 Press the arrow key to display OFF, then press Select. The equals sign (=)stops blinking.




Turning off Save MediaWhen the Save Media is On (the default), the media advances only asfar as needed to print the image. With the Save Media option turned off,the plotter advances the full plot area of the loaded media. For example,if a 36 inch roll is loaded, the plotter advances the length of the plot areafor an E size sheet (about 48 inches) even if the printed image is only 30inches long. For more information about the plot areas of different mediasizes, see "Selecting the media size" in Chapter 6.

➪ To turn off the Save Media option

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow keys to advance to the Printer Setupmenu, then press Select.

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Save Media option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

SAVE MEDIA=ON

3 Press the arrow buttons to show OFF, then press Select. The equals sign(=) stops blinking.


Saving user settingsThe CADJET2 can save as many as eight different plotter configurationsunder the User Settings options. Users can save the options they selectmost frequently so they don’t have to reconfigure the plotter each timethey print an image. You should select the set of options you want to usebefore sending an image to the plotter.

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➪ To save user settings

1 From the Main menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the UserSettings menu, then press Select.

MAIN MENU

USER SETTINGS

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Save User options, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

USER SETTINGS

SAVE USER=1

3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the Save User numbers, then pressSelect to assign a number to a set of user options. The equals sign (=)stops blinking, indicating that the current settings have been saved and canbe retrieved using the assigned number.



➪ To use a previously saved user setting

1 From the Main Menu press the arrow buttons to advance to the User Set-tings menu, then press Select. The display changes to the Select Useroption.

USER SETTINGS

SELECT USER=1

2 Press Select. The equals sign (=) blinks.

3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the Select User numbers, thenpress Select. The equals sign (=) sign stops blinking.


Returning to the default settingsUsing the Initialize option returns all plotter options to the factory de-faults. All saved users settings will be lost. The table on the next pageshows the plotter defaults.

➪ To return to the default settings

! When you choose the Initialize option, all saved user optionsare lost. See “saving user settings” in this chapter for moreinformation.


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MENU ITEM DEFAULT OTHER OPTIONS

MODE NORMAL DRAFT, QUALITY,ENHANCED

OPTIONS EASY ADVANCED

INK LOW LVL 0% (Off) 0 to 50%

INK LOW STOP NO YES

CURRENT INK LVL 100% (All Cartridges) SET AUTOMATICALLY

SELECT USER 1 1 to 8

SAVE USER 1 1 to 8

MARGINS NORMAL EXPANDED

MEDIA ALL US ENGR, US ARCH, ISO A,MET OVER A, ISO B, SPECIAL

FRAME LENGTH AUTO 5 to 50

ROTATION 0 90°, 180°, 270°

EMULATION HP-GL/2 HP-GL, HP7475, HP7550,HP758X, HP759X, EN RTL

CONTROL SOFTWARE PRINTER

ROLL ON OFF

CUTTER ON OFF

LOAD (Advanced Option) AUTO MANUAL

# OF REPLOTS 0 0 to 100

DRY TIME 0:00 O to 100 MIN, 0 to 55 SEC

INK REDUCTION 0 12.5%, 25%, 33.5%, 50%

INK LIMIT (Advanced Option) ON OFF

WAIT TIME 0:00 0 to 100 MIN, 0 to 55 SEC

MEMORY CONFIG I/O=128K, RAS=1M VARIES BY AVAIL. MEMORY

ALARM BEEP (AdvancedOption)

ON OFF

PALETTE DEFAULT NJII

COLOR ADD SINGLE

BAUD 9600 300, 600, 1200, 2400, 4800,19200, 38400

PARITY EVEN, 7BITS ODD, 7 BITS; OFF, 8 BITS;EVEN, 8 BITS; ODD 8 BITS;OFF, 7 BITS

HANDSHK HARDWIRE NONE, XON/XOFF, ENQ, ACK

DTR NORMAL BYPASS



Displaying the advanced optionsCADJET2 provides two settings for menu options, Easy and Advanced.Easy options provide access to predefined print modes and the mostcommonly used plotter options. The easy options will satisfy the needsof most users.

Advanced options provide the flexibility to “fine-tune” printing andaddress unique requirements. Because the plotter defaults were designedto give you the highest quality at the fastest speed, you cannot enhanceone without sacrificing the other.

When you select Advanced options, you will see the options that areshaded in the menu tree located inside the plotter's cover.

➪ To display advanced options


2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to Options, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) blinks.

UTILITIES

OPTIONS=EASY

3 Press the arrow buttons to change Option to Advanced, then press Select.The equals sign (=) stops blinking indicating that the Advanced options areselected.


Setting the memory configurationThe memory option is used to allocate memory to the I/O or the Rasterbuffer. The I/O buffer is used to transfer and configure the data sentfrom the computer to the plotter. The Raster buffer is used to store theimage to be plotted. If you are sending Raster files you will want toincrease the size of the I/O buffer, which will decrease the transfer time,freeing up your computer sooner. If you are sending vector files ormerged vector/raster files, you will want to increase the size of the



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➪ To set the memory configuration


MAIN MENU

PRINTER SETUP

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to Memory Config, press Select twice.The equals signs (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

MEMORY CONFIG

MEMORY CONFIG

I/O=128K,RAS=1M

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When you draw an image, you determine its size at the computer. It'simportant that you know the size of the image and load the appropriatesize media because CADJET2 automatically defines the plot area basedon the loaded media's width. If the image you send from the computeris of a different length or width than the plot area defined for the loadedmedia size, you can change one or all of the following:

• Plot area width—If the loaded media causes the plot area to be thewrong width, consult the media standard tables and use media ofthe appropriate width.

• Plot area length—If the loaded media causes the plot area to be thewrong length, set the Frame Length option in the Page Formatmenu to the appropriate length, or use roll media.

• Plot area margin—If you require a narrower margin, set theMargins option in the Page Format menu to Expand. (The Expandsetting for the Margins option expands the plot area and decreasesthe margins.)

Selecting the media standardSome media sizes, particularly sheet media, are non-standard or sosimilar to other media sizes that the plotter “assumes” the standard anddefines a plot area for media of a similar size within a different stan-dard. If this happens, you should specify a standard for the Mediaoption so that the plotter can match the loaded media to the closestmedia size within the specified standard and define the appropriate plotarea. You can choose from the following standards

• U.S. Engineering• U.S. Architectural• ISO A• ISO B• Met Over A• Special

The following tables show both the normal and expanded plot areas forthe media sizes within each media standard. Use these tables to scaleyour image before sending it to the plotter.

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! If you are using C size architectural sheets, set the Media option toUS ARCH to prevent the plot from falling to the floor when plottingis complete.

Media Sizes and Maximum Plotting Areas for Rollfeed Media

Paper Size Normal Plot Area Expanded Plot Area

U.S. ENGINEERINGA 8.5” x 11.0” 7.3” x 9.8” 8.1” x 10.6”B 11.0” x 17.0” 9.8” x 15.8” 11.6” x 16.6”C 17.0" x 22.0" 15.8" x 20.8" 16.6" x 21.6"D 22.0" x 34.0" 20.8" x 32.8" 21.6" x 33.6"E 34.0" x 44.0" 32.8" x 42.8" 33.6" x 43.6"

U.S. ARCHITECTURALA 9.0” x 12.0” 7.8” x 10.8” 8.6” x 11.6”B 12.0” x 18.0” 10.8” x 16.8” 11.6” x 17.6”C 18.0" x 24.0" 16.8" x 22.8" 17.6" x 23.6"D 24.0" x 36.0" 22.8" x 34.8" 23.6" x 35.6"E 36.0" x 48.0" 34.8" x 46.8" 35.6" x 47.6"

ISO - AA4 210 x 297 mm 180 x 267 mm 200 x 287 mmA3 297 x 420 mm 267 x 390 mm 287 x 410 mmA2 420 x 594 mm 390 x 564 mm 410 x 584 mmA1 594 x 840 mm 564 x 810 mm 584 x 830 mmA0 841 x 1189 mm 811 x 1159 mm 831 x 1179 mm

METRIC-DINA4 250 x 337 mm 220 x 307 mm 240 x 327 mmA3 337 x 460 mm 307 x 430 mm 327 x 450 mmA2 460 x 634 mm 430 x 604 mm 450 x 624 mmA1 634 x 881 mm 604 x 851 mm 624 x 871 mmA0 881 x 1229 mm 851 x 1199 mm 871 x 1219 mm

ISO-BB3 353 x 500 mm 323 x 470 mm 343 x 490 mmB2 500 x 707 mm 470 x 677 mm 490 x 697 mmB1 707 x 1000 mm 677 x 970 mm 697 x 990 mm

SPECIALE1 30.0" x 42.0" 28.8" x 40.8" 29.6" x 41.6"E2 26.0" x 38.0" 24.8" x 36.8" 25.6" x 37.6"E3 27.0" x 39.0" 25.8 x 37.8" 26.6" x 38.6"

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Paper Size Normal Plot Area Expanded Plot Area

U.S. ENGINEERINGA 8.5” x 11.0” 7.3” x 9.8” 8.1” x 9.4”B 11.0” x 17.0” 9.8” x 15.0” 10.6” x 15.4”C 17.0" x 22.0" 15.8" x 20.0" 16.6" x 20.4"D 22.0" x 34.0" 20.8" x 32.0" 21.6" x 32.4"E 34.0" x 44.0" 32.8" x 42.0" 33.6" x 42.4"

U.S. ARCHITECTURALA 9.0” x 12.0” 7.8” x 10.0” 8.6” x 10.4”B 12.0” x 18.0” 10.8” x 16.0” 11.6” x 16.4”C 18.0" x 24.0" 16.8" x 22.0" 17.5" x 22.4"D 24.0" x 36.0" 22.8" x 34.0" 23.6" x 34.4"E 36.0" x 48.0" 34.8" x 46.0" 35.6" x 46.4"

ISO - AA4 210 x 297 mm 180 x 247 mm 200 x 257 mmA3 297 x 420 mm 267 x 370 mm 287 x 380 mmA2 420 x 594 mm 390 x 544 mm 410 x 554 mmA1 594 x 840 mm 564 x 791 mm 584 x 801 mmA0 841 x 1189 mm 811 x 1139 mm 831 x 1149 mm

METRIC-DINA4 250 x 337 mm 220 x 287 mm 240 x 297 mmA3 337 x 460 mm 307 x 410 mm 327 x 420 mmA2 460 x 634 mm 430 x 580 mm 450 x 694 mmA1 634 x 881 mm 604 x 831 mm 624 x 841 mmA0 881 x 1229 mm 851 x 1179 mm 871 x 1189 mm

ISO-BB3 353 x 500 mm 323 x 450 mm 343 x 460 mmB2 500 x 707 mm 470 x 657 mm 490 x 667 mmB1 707 x 1000 mm 677 x 950 mm 697 x 960 mm

SPECIALE1 30.0" x 42.0" 28.8" x 40.0" 29.6" x 40.4"E2 26.0" x 38.0" 24.8" x 36.0" 25.6" x 36.4"E3 27.0" x 39.0" 25.8 x 37.0" 26.6" x 37.4"



➪ To select the media standard

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the PageFormat menu, then press Select.

MAIN MENU

PAGE FORMAT

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Media option, then press Select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

PAGE FORMAT

MEDIA=ALL

3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the Media options, then pressSelect for the media standard you want. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


Changing the length of the plot areaThe Plot Area option in the Page Format menu displays the size of theplot area for the currently loaded media. If no media is loaded, the PlotArea option shows the size of the plot area for the last media sized bythe plotter. The default size of the plot area is always laid out with thelength in the rollfeed (vertical) direction and the width in the carriage(horizontal) direction.

If you require a plot area length different from the one specified by themedia width you’re using, you can:

• Select a media width that supports the length of the plot area yourequire or

• Change the length of the plot area using the Frame Length option inthe Page Format menu.

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When the Frame Length option is set to Auto (the default), the plotterassigns the length of the plot area based on the width of the media andthe Margin option selected (Normal or Expand). For example, yourFrame Length is set to Auto and your Margins are set to Normal. Loadmedia which is 36" wide, and your Plot Area will be set to 34.8" wide x46.0" long.

The Frame Length option adjusts the length in 0.1" or 1.0 mm incrementsto a maximum of A0 size paper. The value shown on the display willscroll slowly for the first second, then faster, until you release the button.

Note that this setting changes only the length of the plot area. To in-crease the width, you must use wider media. See “Selecting the mediastandard” in this chapter to determine the plot area width for differentmedia sizes.

When plotting images that are longer than the standard sheet sizes; i.e.long plots, you must use roll media and set the Frame Length option toAuto, Roll option to On, and the Control option to Software.

When setting a custom plot length, remember to allow room for themargin (the margin lies outside the plot area). See “Changing the plotarea margins” in this chapter for information about margin sizes.

➪ To change the length of the plot area

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow keys to advance to the Page Formatmenu, then press Select.

MAIN MENU

PAGE FORMAT

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to Frame Length, then press Select twotimes. The equals sign (=) blinks.

PAGE FORMAT

FRAME LENGTH

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3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the frame length values, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


Changing the plot area marginsWith the Margins option set to Normal (in Sheet mode), CADJET2creates a 15 x 15 x 15 x 35 mm margin outside the defined plot area. InRoll mode, the margins are 15 x 15 x 15 x 15 and 5 x 5 x 5 x 5. Any partof the image that extends into the margin will be clipped. To expand theplot area for the image, set the Margins option to Expand, which in-creases the plot area and reduces the margin to 5 x 5 x 5 x 35 mm.When the Margins option is set to Expand, make sure that you align themedia accurately using the guide on the right of the platen so that the inkdoesn’t exceed the edge of the media.

✓ The Expand setting for the Margins option expands the plot areaand decreases the margins.

➪ To change the plot area margins


2 Press the down arrow to advance to the Margins option, then press select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

PAGE FORMAT

MARGINS=NORMAL

3 Press the arrow buttons to move between Normal and Expand, then pressSelect for the Margins option you want. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


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CADJET2 has four print modes from which to choose. The print modeyou use depends on various factors, such as your drawing application,whether you’re printing in color or monochrome, and what type of mediayou’re using. Each print mode directly affects the printing speed andquality of the image you print, so you should know the differences beforeprinting.

Each of the print modes attempts to strike a balance between speed andquality, with Normal being the mode developed to provide quality imagesat a reasonable printing speed for most users. Whenever you choose aprint mode other than Normal, you will choose to emphasize either speedor quality.

Print modesThe table below shows the plotter options set by each mode.

MODE PRINT METHOD UNI- OR FIRING RATEBI-DIRECTIONAL

Draft Color & Mono Bi 10 kHz*300 x 300

Normal Color & Mono Bi 5000300 x 300

Quality Color & Mono Uni 5000

300 x 300

Enhanced Color 300 x 300 Bi 5000Mono300 x 300600 x 600Gray300 x 300600 x 600

* When color is encountered in the plot, the firing rate changes to 7000 Hz forthe color portion only.

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DRAFT MODE - Select Draft mode when printing speed is more importantthan quality.

NORMAL MODE - Normal mode is the factory default and offers good qualitywithout sacrificing speed.

QUALITY MODE - Prints in Quality mode will take approximately twice aslong as Normal Mode. To save time, use Normal Mode first, and Qualitymode only if Normal isn’t satisfactory.

ENHANCED MODE - Use Enhanced mode when printing on polyester mediasuch as drafting matte or transparency where ink coalescing may be aproblem. Prints in Enhanced mode take approximately twice as long asQuality mode.

➪ To choose the print mode

1 Select Mono or Color from the front panel.

2 From the Main Menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the Print Modemenu, then press Select.

MAIN MENU

PRINT MODE

3 The menu will advance to the Mode option. Press select, the equals sign (=)blinks.

PRINT MODE

MODE=NORMAL

3 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the Print Mode options, then pressSelect for the option you want. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


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User defined print modes using advanced optionsThe CADJET2 lets you customize your own print modes using theAdvanced options. When any of the options is changed, the Mode optionwill display User Defined. The changes you make will be saved as theUser Defined print mode until they are changed. To display the Ad-vanced Print Mode options, select Advanced for Options in the Utilitiesmenu. For information, see Chapter 4, "Setting Plotter Options".

The Advanced print mode options are:

Direction

Firing Rate

Print Method

Changing the firing directionDirection specifies whether the ink jets fire on both passes of the car-riage over the print area (bidirectional), or just on the outward pass(unidirectional). If you’re printing an image with heavy fill or shading,unidirectional can reduce running and ink bleeding. If you’re moreconcerned with plotter speed, bidirectional firing can decrease yourprinting time.

➪ To change the firing direction

1 Follow the procedure in Chapter 4 for displaying the advanced options.

2 From the Main Menu press the arrow buttons to advance to the Print Modemenu, then press Select.

3 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Direction option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINT MODE

DIRECTION=BI

4 Press the arrow buttons to show Uni or Bi, then press Select for the direc-tion you want. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.




Changing the firing rateFiring rate specifies the time between each firing of the ink jets. You canset the range from 3000 Hz to 10.0 kHz in 100 Hz increments. Ingeneral, the slower you set the firing rate, the less overspray will beapparent.

➪ To change the firing rate

1 Follow the procedure for displaying the advanced options.

2 From the Main menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the Print Modemenu.

3 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Firing Rate option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINT MODE

FIRING RATE=5000

4 Press the arrow buttons to increment the firing rate, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) stops blinking.

5 Press Menu to move back up to the previous menu level.

Changing the print methodThe Print Method option allows you to select Color or Monochrome300 or 600 dpi. Selecting the Print Method here will also change theindicator on the side panel between Color or Monochrome. The 600 dpifeature is only available when monochrome is selected on the front paneland will be considerably slower than 300 dpi. The options for PrintMethod are as follows:

Color (300 x 300 only)

Gray 1 hd 300 x 300, 600 x 600

Mono 1 hd 300 x 300, 600 x 600



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➪ To change the print method

1 Follow the procedure for displaying the advanced options.

2 From the Main menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the Print Modemenu.

3 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Print Method option, then pressSelect. The display will enter the Print Method submenu.

PRINT MODE

PRINT METHOD

PRINT METHOD

=COLOR

4 Press select, the equals sign (=) blinks.

5 Press the arrow buttons to display the desired Print Method option, thenpress Select. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

6 Press Menu to move back up to the previous menu level.

Reducing the inkInk reduction refers to the percentage you can decrease the amount ofink laid down. If you’re printing light fills and shades, you can use the InkReduction = 0% (default) setting. However, anytime you’re printing darkshades or heavy fills, you run the risk of the ink bleeding or pooling onlow quality media. To minimize bleeding and pooling, reduce the amountof ink laid down by as much as 50%. Note that setting the Ink Reductionvalue too high can cause solid lines (particularly of light colors) to appearas dotted lines. Because images and the media you print them on are alldifferent, you should experiment until you find the Ink Reduction settingthat best suits your needs. You can set Ink Reduction for the followingamounts:

0% (off) 12.5%25% 37.5%50%



➪ To reduce the ink


MAIN MENU

PRINTER SETUP

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Ink Reduction option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

INK REDUCT=0%

3 Press the arrow buttons to increment the value, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) stops blinking.

4 Press the Menu button to move back up the previous menu level.

NestingNesting lets you save media by arranging plots across the width of themedia. It is available in Roll Feed mode only. The nesting feature isavailable for HP-GL and HP-GL/2 plots only and uses a first come, firstfit algorithm. (However, it will not nest HP-GL2/RTL merge or RTL onlyplots.) This feature is enabled by choosing it on from the plotter's menu. Italso lets you set a wait time which defines how long to wait for anotherplot to be queued before it starts printing.

The plotter nests in the horizontal orientation only, so a plot cannot beplaced between two nests.

Nesting prints all plots within the nest at the highest quality specified. Forexample, if plot 1 is specified at normal print mode, and plot 2 is specifiedas quality print mode, both plots would be printed in quality mode (as longas the resolution is the same). Plots of different resolutions cannot benested.

The following rules are applied to nested plots:

1. White space is turned off if a mixed plot mode situation exists.

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3. When a plot requires dry time, the default is the longest dry time setfor any plot in the nest.

4. Margins surrounding each plot are maintained.

5. Plots are automatically rotated if the plotter determines that therotation will efficiently save media. If the Auto Rotate feature isdeactivated, plots will not be rotated by the nesting algorithm.

The following types of plots cannot be nested:

1. Plots with different margins or media size standards

2. Plots specified with the P1/P2 option

3. Plots with different intersect controls

4. Plots with mixed emulation modes

5. Plots with different memory requirements.

➪ To enable nesting


MAIN MENU

PAGE FORMAT

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Nesting Setup option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

3 Press the arrow buttons to increment the value to ON, then press Select.The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

NESTING SETUP

NEST=ON

4 Press the Menu button to move back the previous menu level.



Nesting wait time

Nesting Wait Time is the amount of time the plotter waits for the next plotto fill the current nest. (Don't confuse Nest Wait Time with Printer SetupWait time, which determines when an HP-GL file without a PG instruc-tion has been completed.)

The plotter waits to plot a nest until one of the following conditions hasbeen met:

• Enough plots have been received to fill the width of the loaded media.

• An insufficient memory condition occurs and the plotter must proceedto plot with as many plots as will fit in the vector buffer list.

• When the nesting algorithm does not support the mixing of two modesbetween plots.

• When the plotter receives a merge HP-GL/RTL or RTL only plot.

• When a time out condition occurs.

Set the wait time less than the Nest Wait time when sending older HP-GL plot files. For best results when sending older HP-GL files withoutPG instructions, set the Plot Setup Wait time to 30 seconds and the NestWait time to 2 minutes. Send each HP-GL plot one minute apart.

➪ To define nesting wait time

1 From the Nesting Setup menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to theNest Time= option. Press Select. The equals sign (=) blinks.

2 Press the arrow buttons to select the wait time: 30 seconds, 1 minute, or 2minutes, then press Select. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

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Nesting auto rotate

When Nesting Auto Rotate is on, the Nesting algorithm automaticallyrotates plots to fit the most plots on the media.

➪ To enable auto rotate

1 From the Page Format menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to AutoRotate=. Press Select. The equals sign (=) blinks.

2 Press the arrow buttons to select ON or OFF, then press Select. The equalssign (=) stops blinking.

AUTOROTATE=ON

AUTOROTATE=OFF


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When plotting vector data, you can control certain options from yoursoftware application, or you can assign control to the plotter and set itsoptions. Whether you assign control to the software (the default) or theplotter depends on your personal preferences. You might choose tooverride software control because the software is not providing thefeatures you want.

If you decide to use plotter control, you can use only 16 simultaneouscolors and cannot plot an image over 50 inches (127 cm) long.

Plotter control lets you set the following options:

• Palette Selection• Pen Color• Pen Width• Intersect Control• Rotation• Replot• Wait Time• P1/P2 (Advanced option)• Ink Limit (Advanced option)• XY Calibration (Advanced option)

✓ Do not override software control when sending merged raster/vector data to the plotter.

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➪ To override software control


MAIN MENU

PRINTER SETUP

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Control option, then press Select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

CONTROL=SOFTWARE

3 Press the arrow button to show PRINTER, then press Select. The equalssign (=) stops blinking.


Using the vector paletteThe CADJET2 vector palette has 256 colors and 15 line widths.

Printing the color palettePrinting the demo plot will print the color palette. The appearance of thecolors will vary slightly depending on the media selected, therefore it is agood idea to run the demo plot on each media type that you will be using,to avoid unexpected results.

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➪ To print the demo plot

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to Demo Plot andpress Select.

MAIN MENU

DEMO PLOT

2 The following display appears. Press Select, the display will flash PRO-CESSING DEMO. When processing is complete, the demo plot will beginprinting.

DEMO PLOT

DRAW DEMO PLOT


Setting pen colorsThe method for setting pen colors depends on whether you print usingsoftware control or printer control.

Setting pen colors using software controlIf your application has the ability to use 256 simultaneous colors, Soft-ware control (the default) should be your preferred method. If you havekept the Control option set for Software in the Printer Setup menu, draweach entity with the color in which you want it to plot. Then configureyour software's plot option so that each pen is assigned its own color.For example, Pen #1 = Color #1, Pen #2 = Color #2, etc. For moreinformation on setting pen colors in your drawing application, see yourapplications user's manual.

Setting pen colors using printer controlIf you’ve set the Control option for Printer in the Printer Setup menu, youmust use the Pen Settings option in the Vector Palette menu to assign the



desired pen colors to correspond to the color in which your entitiesdrawn. Using this method, plotting is limited to 16 simultaneous colors.

Setting pen widths using software controlIf you have kept the Control option set to Software (the default) in thePrinter Setup menu, assign a width to pen #1 in your drawing application.When you send the image to the printer, you assign pen widths in theoption sheet that your drawing application displays. For more informationon setting pen widths using software control, see the user's manual foryour drawing application.

Setting pen widths using printer controlIf you’ve set the Control option for Printer in the Printer Setup menu, youuse the Pen Settings option in the Vector Palette menu to assign a widthto pen #1. All settings in the Vector Palette menu can be stored to aUser # for future use.

Choose from the following pen widths:

0.08mm 0.17mm 0.25mm 0.34mm 0.42mm0.51mm 0.59mm 0.68mm 0.76mm 0.85mm0.93mm 1.01mm 1.10mm 1.18mm 1.27mm

➪ To set pen colors and pen widths

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the VectorPalette menu, then press Select.

MAIN MENU

VECTOR PALETTE

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Pen Settings option, then pressSelect.

VECTOR PALETTE

PEN SETTINGS

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3 Press Select, the equals sign (=) blinks. Press the arrow buttons to incre-ment the pen numbers.

4 Press Select to choose an individual pen number. The equals sign (=) stopsblinking.

5 Press the down arrow to advance to Color, then press Select. The equalssign (=) blinks.

PEN SETTINGS

1 COLOR=1

6 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the 256 colors. Press Select tochoose a color, the equals sign (=) stops blinking.

7 Press the down arrow to advance to Width, then press Select. The equalssign (=) blinks.

PEN SETTINGS

1 WIDTH=0.17

8 Press the arrow buttons to scroll through the 15 pen widths. Press Select tochoose the desired pen width, the equals sign (=) stops blinking.

9 Press the down arrow to move back to choose the next pen number to setand repeat steps 5 through 8.

10 When all pen colors and widths are set, press the Menu button to moveback to the previous menu level.

Using intersect controlCADJET2 plots the vector layers of an image in the order in which itreceives them from the computer. Typically, the plotter receives thelayers in the order in which they were drawn. Unless you specifyotherwise, a yellow line crossing a cyan line appears green at the pointwhere they intersect when the Intersect Control option is set to Add.Because all colors are applied where lines intersect, you may see somebleeding of darker lines on the lighter lines near the intersection. When



printing line drawings, you should set the Intersect Control option toSingle Color to prevent color changes and bleeding at the intersect points.

The Single Color option prints only the last received vector layer of animage, so when a yellow line is laid down over a cyan line, the plotterprints just the yellow line. When using the Single Color option, you mightneed to reorder the image so that all the layers print.

➪ To control intersect colors

1 From the Main Menu, press the arrow buttons to advance to the VectorPalette menu, then press Select.

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to Intersect Control, then press Select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

VECTOR PALETTE

INTERSECT CONTRL

3 Press the arrow buttons to move between Add and Single, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


Improving line-length accuracyThe CADJET2 plotter should not require XY calibration, therefore bydefault the Use XY Calibration option (advanced option) is set to No. Ifyou are plotting vector data on very heavy media, you may want toperform XY Calibration. See Appendix A for calibration procedures.

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➪ Turning XY Calibration on

1 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Utilities menu and press Select.

MAIN MENU

UTILITIES

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Options menu. Press Select,the equals sign (=) blinks.

UTILITIES

OPTION=EASY

3 Press the arrow buttons to show ADVANCED. Press Select, the equalssign (=) stops blinking. Press the up arrow to move to the Calibrationmenu and press Select.

UTILITIES

CALIBRATION

4 Press the down arrow to advance to the Use XY Calibration option. PressSelect the equals sign (=) blinks.

CALIBRATION

USE XY CALIB=NO

5 Press the arrow buttons to show YES. Press Select, the equals sign (=)stops blinking. Press the Menu button to move back to the previous menulevel.



Rotating the imageThe CADJET2 plotter automatically plots an image with the long side onthe paper axis. To better fit images and save media, you can set Controlto Printer and use the Rotation option, to turn vector files counterclock-wise 90 degrees at a time. For more information, see “Overridingsoftware control” at the beginning of this chapter.

Note: Rotation is supported for HP-GL and HP-GL/2 files only. It is notsupported for RTL files.

✓ To rotate images using software control, select paper size that istwice the size of your plotted image and select rotate 90 degreesfrom your plot configuration in your drawing application. Forexample, to rotate a D size plot on E size media, select an E sizesheet in your drawing application. Scale your drawing so that itis D size and select rotate 90 degrees from your drawing appli-cation.

E SIZE

SHEET

D SIZE

DRAWING

➪ To rotate the image

1 Follow the procedure for changing the Control option, discussed earlier inthis chapter.


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PAGE FORMAT

3 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Rotation option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.



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ROTATION=0

4 Press the arrow buttons to increment the Rotation values, then pressSelect for the value you want. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


Making multiple printsYou can set the plotter to print a specific number of vector files, duringprinting, as long as there is data in the buffer. When the Replots optionis set to 0, only one image at a time prints.

➪ To make multiple prints


MAIN MENU

PRINTER SETUP

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the # of Replots option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

# OF REPLOTS=0

3 Press the arrow buttons to increment the number, then press Select. Theequals sign (=) stops blinking.




Scaling the print area using the P1/P2 coordinatesWhen drafting by hand, the drafter sometimes superimposes on the graphmedia a second grid, scaled to suit the drawing. If you have selected theadvanced options, you can similarly scale the print area using the P1 andP2 coordinates.

P1 and P2 are the imaginary points located near the lower left and upperright corners of the print area, when the print is not rotated. Rotating theprint causes the location of P1 and P2 to shift, relative to their originalpositions. For all HP-GL emulations, P1 and P2 defaults are located .6inches inside the printing area (the Normal setting). With HP-GL/2emulation, the P1 and P2 defaults are at the corners of the printing area(the Maximum setting). If your CAD software lets you specify thelocation of P1 and P2, you can choose either normal or maximumlocations to reduce or enlarge the printed image.

➪ To scale the print area


2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the P1/P2 option, then press Select.The equals sign (=) blinks.

PAGE FORMAT

P1/P2=NORMAL

3 Press the arrow buttons to move between Normal and Maximum, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


Setting the wait timeSome software programs or drivers do not signal the plotter with an end-of-file command when the sending process completes. This is particularlytrue if you use HP7580 and HP7585 emulations. You can tell if theprogram you are using does not send an end-of-file command becausethe Processing # of bytes message on the plotter’s front panel stopsincrementing and the image does not print. When using HP-GL emula-



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tion, the Wait Time option is set automatically so that the CADJET2waits 30 seconds for the end-of-file command, then begins printing.The Wait Time option lets you increase or decrease the length of timethe plotter waits before printing without receiving the end-of-filecommand. The default Wait Time, when in any other emulation modethan HP-GL, is 0:00 (the Off condition).

➪ To set the wait time


2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Wait Time option, then pressSelect. The equals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

WAIT TIME=0:00

3 Press the arrow buttons to increment the minutes and seconds, thenpress Select. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.


Setting the ink limitThe CADJET2 uses a method for assigning an Ink Limit (advancedoption) to polygon fills and wide polylines without affecting the colorof your image. This helps prevent bleeding when printing on inexpen-sive inkjet media. The default for this option is On. If your are usinghigh quality media, this option may not be needed and can be turnedOff.

➪ To turn off the ink limit

1 Follow the procedure for displaying advanced options, discussed earlier inthis chapter.

2 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Printer Setup menu, and pressSelect.



3 Press the down arrow to advance to the Ink Limit menu. Press Select, theequals sign (=) blinks.

PRINTER SETUP

INK LIMIT=ON

4 Press either arrow button to display OFF. Press Select, the equals sign (=)stops blinking.


Cartridge calibrationWhen plotting drawings with both color and black, the cartridge calibra-tion must be performed each time you install a new cartridge. The plotterdraws a series of three patterns. The first pattern, labeled “CurrentHeads”, shows magenta + that represents the horizontal and verticalalignment between the tricolor and black cartridges.

YellowMagenta

Cyan

Black

Current Heads

When the colored + lines up horizontally and vertically with the blackalignment marks, no adjustment is required.

The second pattern, labeled “Color Horizontal Head-To-Head Calibra-tion”, horizontally aligns the cartridges.

BlackColor

Color Horizontal Head-to-Head Calibration

The third pattern, labeled “Color Vertical Head-To-Head Calibration”,vertically aligns the cartridges.

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Color Vertical Head-to-Head Calibration

The numbers below each set of lines represent the different horizontaland vertical alignment values.

Examine the patterns to determine which value shows the best horizontaland vertical alignment between cartridges. These are the values you willset in the plotter menu.

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➪ To print a color pattern for calibration

1 Install ink cartridges in the plotter. (See Chapter 2 "Getting started" forcartridge installation instructions.)

2 Load media in the plotter that is at least 11 inches (28 cm) wide. (SeeChapter 2 "Getting started" for media loading instructions.)

3 Prime the heads to ensure that both cartridges fire correctly.

4 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Utilities menu and press Select.Press the down arrow to advance to the Calibration menu.

UTILITIES

CALIBRATION

5 Press Select, to advance to the cartridge calibration submenu.

CALIBRATION

CARTRIDGE

6 Press Select to draw the calibration alignment pattern. As the pattern prints,the display changes to the first adjustment menu.

CALIBRATION

HORIZONTAL=0

7 Examine the Current Heads pattern; the colored +’s should align with theblack lines. If any of the +’s don’t align, perform the procedure for adjustingthe color values.

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➪ To adjust the alignment values

1 Examine the Horizontal Head-To-Head pattern and determine which valueshows the best horizontal alignment. The plotter menu shows the currentvalue for the horizontal alignment.

2 If the best alignment for the Horizontal Head-To-Head pattern is differentfrom the current value, press Select. The equals sign (=) blinks.

3 Press the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the current value. PressSelect. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

4 Press the down arrow button to advance the menu to VERTICAL = (value).The plotter menu shows the current value for the vertical alignment.

CALIBRATION

VERTICAL=1

5 Examine the Vertical Head-To-Head pattern and determine which valueshows the best vertical alignment.

6 If the best vertical alignment on the Vertical Head-To-Head pattern isdifferent from the current value, press Select. The equals sign (=) blinks.

7 Press the arrow buttons to increase or decrease the current value, thenpress Select. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

8 Press the Menu button to move back up to the previous menu level. If youwish, you may reprint the pattern now or press the Menu button again tobackup another menu level.

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XY calibrationWhen you perform XY calibration, the plotter draws a set of verticalmarks to calibrate the paper axis and a set of horizontal marks to mea-sure the carriage axis. To measure the marks laid down by the plotter,you will need a ruler or scale at least 33 inches (838.2 mm) long. Thevertical marks, as indicated by the plotter display, should be exactly 33.00inches (838.2 mm) apart. The horizontal marks, as indicated by theplotter display, should be exactly 21.00 inches (533.4 mm) apart. If thedistance between the marks is different from that shown on the display,you adjust the plotter by setting its values to match the length or widthyou measured. You can increase or decrease the axis values on theplotter by using the arrow buttons.

When you set the XY calibration values, all subsequent images areprinted using the new values until you manually reset the calibration. TheXY calibration values are only used when the Use XY Calibration optionis set to On (see Chapter 3). XY calibration should not be used formerged vector/raster images.

This is an advanced option. To display it, select Advanced for the Optionsetting in the Utilities menu. For more information see “Using the Ad-vanced Options” in Chapter 3.

➪ To calibrate the vertical axis

1 Load the plotter with media that is at least 36 (91 cm) inches long (or themedia that you are going to run. You cannot load a 36" sheet and then runthe calibration from a roll feed because the line lengths will not match).


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UTILITIES

3 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Calibration menu, then pressSelect.

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4 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the XY units option, then pressSelect to choose whether to measure in inches (English) or millimeters(metric).

CALIBRATION

XY=ENGLISH

5 Press the arrow buttons to advance to the Paper Axis option, then pressSelect.

CALIBRATION

PAPER AXIS

The plotter prints two marks, and the display changes.

PAPER AXIS

LENGTH=33.00

6 Remove the media from the plotter and measure the distance between thewitness marks. The distance between the marks should be exactly 33.00inches (838.2 mm).

7 Press Select, the equals (=) sign blinks. Press the arrow buttons until thevalue on the plotter display matches the distance you measured, thenpress Select to set the value, the equals (=) sign stops blinking.

8 Press the Menu button to return to the previous menu level and continuethe XY calibration for the carriage axis.

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➪ To calibrate the horizontal axis

1 Load the plotter with media that is at least 24 inches (61 cm) wide.

2 From the Paper Axis menu, press the down arrow to advance to the CarriageAxis menu.

CALIBRATION

CARRIAGE AXIS

3 Press Select. The plotter prints marks and the display changes.

CARRIAGE AXIS

WIDTH=21.00

4 Remove the media from the plotter and measure between the witness marks.The distance between the marks should be exactly 21.00 inches (533.4mm).

5 Press Select, the equals sign (=) blinks. Press the arrow buttons until thedisplayed value matches the distance you measured, then press Select toset the value. The equals sign (=) stops blinking.

Installing additional memory B

Your CADJET2 is shipped with 4 MB of RAM and is upgradable to amaximum of 68 MB, 32MB per socket. If you are plotting large HP-GL,HP-GL/2 or merged vector/raster files and are receiving the "MEMORYFULL" error, you will need to purchase and install additional memory.

Acceptable SIMM sizesTo upgrade the memory you may install generic 72-pin, 32-bit SIMMs, 70ns or faster, conforming to JEDEC Std. 21-C, Rel. 4 or later in one of thefollowing memory configurations:

8 MB (2M x 32)

16 MB (4M x 32)

32 MB (8M x 32)

When purchasing the SIMMs, be sure that the height of the SIMM is notover 2". The following is a list of manufacturers that offer SIMMswithin the height limitations. However, this is not a complete list and youare not limited to these manufacturers as long as the SIMMs are withinthe height limitation.

Manufacturer Mem Size Org. h (max)

Micron 8M 2M x 32 1.01016M 4M x 32 1.010

Texas 8M 2M x 32 1.005Instruments 16M 4M x 32 1.005

32M 8M x 32 1.005

Samsung 8M 2M x 32 1.00016M 4M x 32 1.00032M 8M x 32 1.000

NEC 16M 4M x 32 1.00032M 8M x 32 1.000

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SIMM installationThe SIMMs are located on the PCB inside the right cover. The PCBcomes with both SIMM slots empty and 4 MB RAM permanentlymounted on the board. The following procedures describe how to removethe right cover, remove any currently installed SIMM(s), install newSIMM(s) and replace the right cover. You will need a #2 Phillips screw-driver to complete the procedures.

!! ALWAYS UNPLUG THE POWER CORD BEFORE BEGIN-NING.

!! To avoid static damage to the plotter, never touch the circuitboard or its components without first touching the bright metalportions of the plotter and then the circuit board. Static damageis more likely when the relative humidity is low.

➪ To remove the right cover

1 Disconnect the power and the interface cables.

2 Remove the top cover. (Don't loosen the spring and post at the right end ofthe top cover.)

3 Place a rubber band around the connector clips on the parallel port.

4 Move the carriage to the center of the platen.

5 Remove the three screws on the inside of the right cover as follows:

a. Back screw - located at the bottom of the back, inside the right coverassembly.

b. Top screw - lift the top cover, move the carriage to the middle of theplaten to access the screw located on the top back, inside the rightcover assembly.

c. Front screw - located below the keypad on the front, inside the rightcover assembly.

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6 Move the right cover toward the back of the printer as you remove it, so thatit clears the parallel port on the back of the unit. Be careful not to damagethe LEDs on the PCB.

Note: Integrated circuits can be weakened or inactivated by electricaldischarge. It is recommended that you be grounded to a static station byan ESD wrist strap to prevent ESD damage. For storage or shipment ofprinted circuit boards, anti-static bags are highly recommended.

➪ To remove the SIMMs

1 Facing the top of the SIMMs, push the side clips gently to the outside(away from the SIMMs) and lift up and out, being careful not to damage thefingers on the top.



➪ To install the new SIMMs

1 If necessary, remove the plug from the SIMM socket.

2 Place the SIMM in the connector at an angle and slowly push the SIMMdown until the two side clips snap into place. Make sure the SIMM is fullyseated.

Note: When more than one SIMM is installed, the SIMM with more memorymust be installed in the top socket. When only one SIMM is used, install itin the top socket.

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➪ To reinstall the right cover

1 Make sure that all wires are inside the right cover area as you begin to putthe right cover back into position, so that none of the wires is pinchedbetween the right cover and the side plate.

2 Align the back of the right cover over the connector clips on the parallel port.

3 Reinstall and firmly tighten all three screws. DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN!

4 Remove rubber band from the connector clips on the parallel port.

5 Replace the top cover.

Menu tree C

This section contains an overview of the CADJET2 menu tree. The useof the options is explained elsewhere in this guide. Advanced menuitems are in italics.

MAIN MENU

PRINT MODE - contains options for selecting the printing quality.

UTILITIES - contains options for calibrating the ink cartridges, displaying advancedoptions, and setting the Ink Low warning light.

USER SETTINGS - contains options for creating and using eight sets of pre-configuredplotter options.

PAGE FORMAT - contains options for the layout of a print.

PRINTER SETUP - contains options for configuring the plotter.

VECTOR PALETTE - contains options for selecting the palette and setting upCADJET2's 16 virtual pens.

DEMO PLOT - leads to the option that prints the demo plot which prints a representationof the internal color palettes.

RS-422/232 SETUP - contains options for the plotter-computer interface.

PRINT MODE

MODE= - Allows the selection of the Predefined Print Modes.Options: DRAFT

NORMALQUALITYENHANCEDUSER DEFINE

DIRECTION= - Selects whether the CADJET2 will print in one direction across the platenor in both directions.

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Options: UNIBI

FIRING RATE= - Selects the speed at which the inkjets will fire.Options: 10 - 9900 Hz (100 Hz increments)

PRINT METHOD= - Selects the method of printing, including dots per inch.Options: COLOR

GRAY 600X600MONO 300X300

UTILITIES

CALIBRATION - Provides access to the calibration procedures. When selected, thecalibration procedure for the Color or Mono will show depending on what is selected onthe key panel.

Options: CARTRIDGEUSE XY CALIB=NO [YES]XY=ENGLISH [METRIC]PAPER AXISCARRIAGE AXIS

OPTIONS= - Selects the menu modeOptions: EASY

ADVANCED

INK LOW LVL= - Enables ink counting by entering a percentage other than 0%. If anycartridge falls below the selected percentage, the INK LOW indicator will turn on and analarm will sound.

Options: 0 to 50% (0% turn ink counting off)

INK LOW STOP= - If enabled with the INK LOW LVL option, printing will stop when anycartridge reaches 0% ink

Options: NOYES

CURRENT INK LVL - Allows you to tell the printer how much ink is in each cartridge.This must be done if using the ink counting function.

Options: BLACK = 100%TRICOLOR = 100%

INITIALIZE - Resets the printer to the factory defaults.Options: None

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USER SETTINGS

SELECT USER= - Selects a previously saved USER configuration.Options: 1 - 8

SAVE USER= - Saves the current printer configuration to the selected USER number.Options: 1 - 8

PAGE FORMAT

MARGINS= - Changes the available plot area based on the margin size selected.Options: NORMAL

EXPANDED

MEDIA= - Selects the media standard. Allows the printer to assign a plot area based onthe media standard selected.

Options: ALLUS ENGRUS ARCHISO AMET OVER AISO BSPECIAL

FRAME LENGTH - Allows you to specify odd sizes for the length of your media.Options: AUTO

UNITS = INCHES/MM5" to 50" in 0.1" increments

ROTATION= - Rotates vector plots.Options: 0°

90°180°270°

NESTING= - Nests plots.Options: ON/OFFNest Time: 30 sec - 2 min.

PLOT AREA - Displays the plot area for the currently loaded or last loaded media.Options: None

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P1/P2= - Allows the selection of the P1/P2 scaling parameters for vector files.Options: NORMAL

MAXIMUM

PRINTER SETUP

EMULATION= - Sets the printer's emulation mode. The printer automatically sensesbetween HP-GL/2 and HP RTL. Change default only when using HP-GL.

Options: HPGLHPGL/2HP7475HP7550HP758XHP759XEN RTL

CONTROL= - Sets whether the printer will override the command in the file. For vectorplotting only.

Options: SOFTWAREPRINTER

ROLLFEED = - Tells the printer that you are using roll media.Options: ON

OFF

CUTTER= - Tell the printer to cut the media after the plot is complete.Options: ON

OFF

LOAD= - Enables the Manual load option, for use when the CADJET2 does not properlysense the media.

Options: AUTOMANUAL

SAVE MEDIA= - When enabled, will stop at the end of the plot if the frame length islonger.

Options: ONOFF

# OF REPLOTS= - Replots the vector file in the printer's buffer the selected # of times.Options: 0 to 99

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DRY TIME= - When enabled, waits the selected amount of time after printing beforecutting the media.

Options: 0 to 60 min.

INK REDUCTION= - Allows you to reduce the percentage of ink being laid down by theprinter. This will change the appearance of the colors.

Options: 0% (off)12.5%25%37.5%50%

INK LIMIT= - When enabled (default), limits the amount of ink laid down for polygon fillsand wide polylines to 120% to prevent bleeding. For vector files only.

Options: ONOFF

PLOT VECTOR FILE - When selected, plots the vector file in the printers buffer. Usedwhen a file has been sent to the printer but did not plot.

Options: None

WAIT TIME - When enabled, plots the vector file in the printer's buffer if it has not plottedwithin the selected wait time.

Options: 0 (off) to 60 min.

MEMORY CONFIG - Allocates memory for the I/O buffer and the raster buffer.Options: Depends on the amount of RAM installed

AUTOPLOT -Options: Normal/Special

OUTPUT-Options: Normal/CADAM

LANGUAGE - Allows you to choose the language in which messages and menu optionsare displayed.

Options: English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Katakana

ALARM BEEP= - Allows you to turn the printers alarm beep off.Options: ON

OFF

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VECTOR PALETTE

PEN SETTINGS - Leads to the submenus for setting pen color and pen width for the 16internal pens. These settings will only be used if the Control option is set to Printer.

Options: PEN#= 1-16COLOR = 0-255WIDTH = 0.08mm, 0.17mm, 0.25mm, 0.34mm, 0.42mm,0.51mm, 0.59mm, 0.68mm, 0.76mm, 0.85mm, 0.93mm,1.01mm, 1.1mm, 1.18mm, 1.27mm

INTERSECT CONTROL= - Controls whether all color will be laid down at the intersec-tions or only the last color sent will be printed at the intersections.

Options: COLOR=ADDCOLOR=SINGLE

PEN CONTROL= - Determines whether pen settings are defined through the printer'ssettings or by the application software.

Options: SOFTWARE/PRINTER

DEMO PLOT

DRAW DEMO PLOT - When selected, prints the color palette plot for the internal vectorpalette selected.

RS-422/232 SETUP

BAUD= - Sets the Baud RateOptions: 300

60012002400480096001920038400

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PARITY= - Sets the Serial ParityOptions: ODD,7BTS

OFF,8BTSEVEN,8BTSODD,8BTSOFF,7BTSEVEN,7BTS

HANDSHK= - Sets the communication handshake.Options: HARDWIRE

NONEXON/XOFFENQ/ACK

DTR= - Sets the DTROptions: NORMAL

BYPASS

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Error messages D

HP-GL emulation error messagesThe following messages result from sending the plotter an HP-GL emulation outputerror (OE) command. These error codes do not necessarily indicate that the plot willbe incomplete or aborted. In some cases plotting operation may be normal; however,please contact ENCAD’s Technical Support Department or your dealer so the sourceof the error can be determined.

Error 1 Instruction not recognized.

Error 2 Wrong number of parameters. Not enough parameters have been sentwith the instruction.

Error 3 Parameter out of range.

Error 4 Not used.

Error 5 Unknown character set. A character is out of range -1 through 60, 70, 80,or 99 has been designated as either the standard or alternate character set.

Error 6 Position overflow. An attempt to draw a character (LB or UC) or per-form a CP that is located outside the plotter’s numeric range.

Error 7 Polygon buffer or downloadable character buffer overflow.

RS-422/232 error messages0 No I/O error has occurred.

10 Output instruction received while another output instruction is being ex-ecuted. The first is executed while the next instructions are ignored.

11 Invalid byte received after the first two characters, ESC., in a devicecontrol instruction.

12 Invalid byte received while parsing a device control instruction. Theparameter containing the invalid byte and all following parameters aredefaulted.

13 Parameter out of range.

14 Too many parameters received. Additional parameters after the correctnumber are ignored.

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15 A framing error, parity error or overrun error has occurred.

16 Input buffer overflow. This will result in the loss of data and probably anHP-GL emulation error.

17 Baud rate mismatch.

18 I/O error indeterminate.

20 RS-422/232 serial xtda/xrda failure. (Occurs only with a loop back connec-tor in test.)

21 RS-422/232 DTR or CTS test failure. (Occurs only with a loop back con-nector in test.)

Special front panel messagesThese display messages are helpful in determining the status of theplotter and possible corrective action when operation does not appear tobe normal.

PLOT RECEIVED

UNABLE TO CHANGE

This indicates that the user has attempted to make a change to the plotterparameters after the plot data has been received. Plotting parametersmust be set prior to the data transmission. Set the parameters and pressENTER after each before sending the plot.

DRYING PLOT

X MIN X SEC

With ROLL enabled, the plotter waits a specified amount of time beforecutting the media and allowing the plot to fall. If cut sheet media is beingused, there will be no plotter action after the dry-time elapses. Theuser may release the media at any time.

INSERT MEDIA

USE LOAD MENU

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Data has been received, but no media has been loaded. Load mediafor plotting.

MEMORY FULL

The I/O buffer has overflowed. The plot being sent will probably notbe complete. Buffer allocation should be reset. If this does not resolvethe problem, additional buffer must be installed.

PLOTTER ERROR

CARRIAGE AXIS

The carriage has stopped moving in its normal direction due to anobstruction; i.e., paper jam, or a hand. Turn the plotter OFF, andremove any obvious obstruction and the media. Turn the plotter ON,load new media, and resend the plot. If this same message appears,contact ENCAD Technical Support for further instructions.

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Glossary E

baud rate The rate of data transfer (bits per second between the computer and printer.

bit The smallest unit of digital information used by a computer orprinter.

buffer The part of the plotter's memory that is used for receiving andprocessing plot files.

calibration The procedures to adjust the ink cartridge alignment and linelength accuracy.

carriage axis The plot area measured parallel to the platen.

Centronics A standard parallel interface.

configuration The way that the computer and plotter are connected.

dpi Dots per inch (dpi), the number of dots the plotter lays downin an inch.

handshake A method the computer and plotter use to communicate.

inkjet The nozzle part of the ink cartridge.

interfacecable The cable used to connect the plotter to the computer. CADJET2

uses a serial or parallel interface cable.

media The surface on which the plotter prints the image. Mediacomes in a variety of types, including paper, polyester,canvas, and film.

monochrome An image that is printed in only one color (usually black).

orientation The direction of the plotted image on the page.

palette The available colors for the plotter.

paper axis The long side of the plot area measured at right anglesto the platen.

parallelinterface An interface type in which all bytes are transferred

simultaneously, making it faster than a serial interface.

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parity A method for checking the transfer of informationbetween the computer and plotter.

platen The surface on which the plotter prints.

plot area The area in which the plotter prints the image, determinedby the width of the media.

prime To clear the ink cartridges by forcing them to fire rapidly.

raster image A graphic created by dots called bitmaps.

resolution The sharpness of a printed image as measured by dots perinch.

roll feed Media that is packaged on a roll and is loaded and fed throughthe back of the plotter.

sheet media Media that is packaged in individual sheets and is loaded andfed through the front of the plotter.

vector A graphic created by geometric lines. HP-GL and HP-GL/2 files arevector files.

Technical information F MEDIA SIZES:

ANSI E 34 x 44"ANSI D 22 x 34"ANSI C 17 x

22" ANSI B 11 x17"

ANSI A 8.5 x 11"

ISO A0 841 x 1189 mmISO A1 594 x 841 mmISO A2 420 x 594 mmISO A3 297 x 420 mmISO A4 210 x 297 mm

ARCH E 36 x 48"ARCH D 24 x 36"ARCH C 18 x 24"ARCH B 12 x 18"ARCH A 9 x 12"

MET DIN A0 881 x 1229 mmMET DIN A1 634 x 881 mmMET DIN A2 460 x 634 mmMET DIN A3 337 x 460 mmMET DIN A4 250 x 337 mm

ISO B3 353 x 500 mmISO B2 500 x 707 mmISO B1 707 x 1000 mm

E1 30 x 42"E2 26 x 38"E3 27 x 39"

JIS standard: 26.6 x 36.65 in.

Special:8.5 x 14 in.26 x 38 in.27 x 39 in.30 x 42 in.

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MEDIA TYPES:Paper based:

presentation bond (5 mil)premium (7 mil)Polyester based:

transparency film (4 mil)drafting matte film (4 mil)

RESOLUTION:300 x 300 dpi600 x 600 dpi (Monochrome only)

STANDARD FEATURES:Cut sheet or rollfeed with cutterLow ink-level indicator8 user-savable settingsReplot & multiple copiesLong plot up to 50'Merged vector/raster imagesInk reductionPlot nesting

LINE LENGTH ACCURACY:+/-0.015" (.38 mm) or +/-0.2% ofthe specified vector line length,whichever is greater

LONG PLOT:Plot Length: 50'Frame to Frame Registration:.01"Distance Accuracy: .20% of total

length

BUFFER:Two 72-pin, 32-bit wide RAM

sockets.4MB permanently installedUser upgradeable to 8, 16, 32, or 64 MB with 70 nsor faster, and conforming toJEDEC Std. 21-C Rel. 4or later.

EMULATIONS:HP-GLHP-GL/2HP RTLEN RTL

INTERFACES:Centronics ParallelRS-422/232

BAUD RATES:300; 600; 1200; 2400; 4800;

9600; 19200; 38400

POWER:90-264 VAC48-63 Hz

Consumption:40 W Typical60 W Maximum

DIMENSIONS:E Size

Height - 48" (121 cm)Width - 54" (140cm)Depth - 28" (72 cm)

D SizeHeight - 42" (105 cm)Width - 43" (112 cm)Depth - 28" (72 cm)

WEIGHT:E Size

69 lbs (31 kg) Assembled62 lbs (28 kg) Shipping:Plothead43 lbs (20 kg) Shipping:Stand

(optional)D Size

57 lbs (26 kg) Assembled54 lbs (25 kg) Shipping:Plothead39 lbs (18 kg) Shipping:Stand

(optional)

F-2 Technical information

CADJET2CADJET2 User's Guide

OPERATING ENVIRONMENT:41° - 104°F (5°- 40°C)20-80% RH, Non-condensing

STORAGE ENVIRONMENT:-40° - 140°F (-40°- 60°C)10-80% RH, Non-condensing

CERTIFICATIONS:Safety

CSA, CSA/NRTL, (equivalent to UL1950)TUV GS

EMIFCC Class BVDE Class B

Made in the U.S.A.

Ordering supplies G

Refer to the Supplies Reference Guide included with your plotter docu-mentation suite for descriptions of all available media products andsupplies.

Ink cartridges for CADJET2 plottersCADJET2 uses HP inkjet cartridges.

Black, PN HP51640A.

Tri-color, PN HP51625A.

ENCAD media for CADJET2 printersHigh-grade pen plotter bonds produce good results on CADJET2 plottersfor black or color line drawings or for light area fills. We recommendENCAD inkjet media for heavy or large fill areas, and for your bestpresentations. ENCAD ink and paper are optimized to give you:

l Brilliant, saturated colors

l Sharp lines and edges

l No visible bleeding betweeen colors

ENCAD offers a full line of inkjet papers and films which give youbrighter, crisper color from your CADJET2 printer. Choose from avariety of sheet and roll sizes.

ENCAD supplies ordering informationYou can order ENCAD supplies from your Authorized CADJET2Distributor, ENCAD Supplies Dealer or order directly from ENCAD:

Phone: 800-45-ENCAD 619-677-5071 Fax: 619-546-7894

Paris, France Phone: 33-1-3051-0041 Fax: 33-1-3051-7080

Hong Kong Phone: 85-2-2881-8969 Fax: 5-2-2881-0912

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This section defines the serial cable requirements for connecting theCADJET2 to your DOS or UNIX based systems. You may build thiscable or purchase it from ENCAD, Inc.

For connecting to an Apple Macintosh, use the standard LaserWritercable.

CADJET2 RS-232 cable requirements

HSKO 1HSKI 2TXD- 3

GND 4

RXD- 5

TXD+ 6GPI 7

RXD+ 8

Mini-Din-8Plug

2 TXD3 RXD4 RTS5 CTS6 DSR7 GND8 DCD20 DTR22 RI

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H-2 Serial Cable


HSKO 1HSKI 2TXD- 3GND 4RXD- 5TXD+ 6GPI 7RXD+ 8

2 TXD 23 RXD 34 RTS 45 CTS 56 DSR 67 GND 78 DCD 820 DTR 2022 RI 22

2 (3) TXD3 (2) RXD4 (7) RTS5 (8) CTS6 (6) DSR7 (5) GND8 (1) DCD20 (4) DTR22 (9) RI

Mini-Din-8 DB-25S (DB-9S)Female

Mac to Hayes Modem CableBelkin F2V088 or equivalient.Do not use cable fromPC Accessories!

Laplink® Serial Cable.

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This section defines the serial cable requirements for connecting theCADJET2 to your DOS or UNIX based systems. You may build thiscable or purchase it from ENCAD, Inc.

For connecting to an Apple Macintosh, use the standard LaserWritercable.

CADJET2 RS-232 cable requirements

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H-2 Serial Cable


HSKO 1HSKI 2TXD- 3GND 4RXD- 5TXD+ 6GPI 7RXD+ 8

2 TXD 23 RXD 34 RTS 45 CTS 56 DSR 67 GND 78 DCD 820 DTR 2022 RI 22

2 (3) TXD3 (2) RXD4 (7) RTS5 (8) CTS6 (6) DSR7 (5) GND8 (1) DCD20 (4) DTR22 (9) RI

Mini-Din-8 DB-25S (DB-9S)Female

Mac to Hayes Modem CableBelkin F2V088 or equivalient.Do not use cable fromPC Accessories!

Laplink® Serial Cable.

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IndexA

Access cartridges, 2-5Additional memory, B-2

SIMM installation, B-2SIMM sizes, B-1

Advanced options, 4-10

B

Baud rate, 4-3, F-1setting, 4-3

Buffer, F-1Buttons, 2-3

using, 2-3

C

Calibration, A-1Capping station, 2-16

cleaning , 2-16Carriage, 2-5

moving, 2-5Cartridges

aligning color, 2-14clear the jets, 2-13replacement, 2-5

Current Ink Level, 4-3

D

Default, 2-4 settings, 4-8Demo plot C-6,Dimensions, F-1Dry time, 4-4Drying plot, D-2DTR, 4-5

setting, 4-5

E

Emulation, 4-1, F-1choosing, 4-1

Environmentoperating, F-2storage, F-2

Error messages

F

Firing direction, 6-3Firing rate, 6-4Frame length, 5-5Front panel, 2-4

G

Glossary, E-1Graphics print modes, 7-2

H

Handshake mode, 4-5setting, 4-5

Help card, 2-4HP RTL, 4-1HP-GL, 4-1HP-GL/2, 4-1

I

Ink cartridges, 2-5cleaning, 2-15installing, 2-5priming, 2-11

Ink level estimator, 4-2current ink level, 4-3ink low level, 4-2ink low dtop, 4-3

Ink limit, 7-11Ink low level, 4-2Ink low stop, 4-3Intersect control, 7-5

L

Line length accuracy, 7-6,

Loading mediaroll, 2-9sheet, 2-10

Long plot, F-1

M

Main menu, C-1demo plot, C-1page format, C-1print mode, C-1printer setup, C-1RS-422/232 setup, C-1user settings, C-1utilities, C-1vector palette, C-1

Media, 4-5cutting, 4-5standard, 5-1

ISO A, 5-1ISO B, 5-1Met Over A, 5-1Special, 5-1U.S. Architectural, 5-1U.S. Engineering, 5-1

Media sizes, F-1Media type, 1-2Memory configuration, 4-10Memory full, D-3Menu, 2-4Menu tree, C-1Multiple prints, 7-9

N

Normal mode, 6-2

O

Operating environment, F-2Options

advancedeasy, 2-4

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Two pass enhanced mode,6-2

U

User defined print modes, 6-3

User settings, 4-6, C-3save user, 4-6, C-3select user, C-3use a previously saved, 4-

8Utilities, C-2

V

Vector palette, 7-2, C-6intersect control, C-6pen settings, C-6

W

Wait time, 7-10Weight, F-1

X

XY Calibration, 7-7horizontal axis, A-6vertical axis, A-4

cutter, C-4dry time, C-5emulation, C-4ink limit, C-5ink reduction, C-5memory config, C-5plot vector file, C-5roll, C-4save media, C-4wait time, C-5

Printing the color palette, 7-2

Q

Quality mode, 6-2

R

Reducing the ink, 6-5Replots, 7-9Resolution, F-1Roll, 2-9Rotating the image, 7-8RS-422/232, 4-1 setup, C-6

baud, C-7DTR, C-7handshk, C-7parity, C-7

S

Save media, 4-6Serial cable, H-1Serial communication

parameters, 4-3SIMM installation, B-2"Sleep" mode, 2-3Software control, 8-2Standard features, F-1Storage environment, F-2

T

Technical information, F-1

Order replacement car-tridges, 2-5

Ordering supplies, G-1

P

P1/P2 coordinates, 7-10Page format, C-3

frame length, C-3margins, C-3media, C-3rotation, C-3

Parity, 4-4setting, 4-4

Pen colors, 7-3 widths, 7-4Plot area, 5-1

changing the length, 5-4expanded, 5-1margins, 5-6normal, 5-1

Plot area length, 5-1Plot area width, 5-1Plot received, D-2Plotter error, D-3Plotter menu, 2-4Plotting vector data, 7-1Positioning an image, 51Postscript, 4-2Power, F-1Print method, 6-4Print mode, C-1

direction, C-1firing rate, C-2mode, C-1P1/P2, C-4plot area, C-3print method, C-2

Print modes, 6-1Printer control, 7-3Printer setup, C-4

# of replots, C-4alarm beep, C-5control, C-4

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