Kodak 9810 User Manual

KODAK PROFESSIONAL 9810 Digital Photo Printer User Guide

1-6Setting Up the PrinterLoading the RibbonTo load the ribbon into the printer:1. If you are replacing a ribbon, remove the used ribbon from the prin

Setting Up the Printer1-75. Remove the label/wrapper from the ribbon.6. Push the right side of the take-up spool into the rear spool holder on the rig

1-8Setting Up the PrinterConnecting the CablesConnecting the power cable You may have received more than one power cable with your printer. Be sure t

Setting Up the Printer1-9Turning On the PrinterIMPORTANT: Install the printer driver software before turning on the printer. See “Printer Driver Soft

2-12Printer Driver SoftwareA printer driver is software that allows you to print from your applications.The printer driver for the KODAK PROFESSIONAL

2-2Printer Driver SoftwareInstalling the Printer DriverThis procedure will install the printer driver and Diagnostic tool.NOTE: You must have Administ

Printer Driver Software2-3Customizing Printer PropertiesThe Printer Properties dialog box displays options for setting the printer properties. 1. For

2-4Printer Driver SoftwareColor Management using ADOBE PHOTOSHOP 7.0 or Greater1. Select Print with Preview from the File menu.2. Check Show More Opti

Printer Driver Software2-5Custom Image Composition PackagesYou can print multiple copies of an image in different sizes on the same page. For example,

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2-6Printer Driver SoftwareExample:Type: KPKGVersion: 1.0# Custom package for 4 x 6 and 3.5 x 5 prints on an EK9810 8 x 10 sheet# Recommended Page size

Printer Driver Software2-7Resolving Printing ProblemsErrors or problems encountered while printing are displayed in the Status area of the Print Queue

2-8Printer Driver SoftwareNOTE: When the cover is open while you are replacing or checking the paper or ribbon, the Print Queue displays an Error-Pri

Printer Driver Software2-9Uninstalling the Printer and Printer DriverThis procedure will uninstall the printer driver and Diagnostic tool.NOTE: You m

3-13Calibrating the PrinterThe KODAK Calibration Utility (calibration utility) allows the KODAK Photo Printer to produce the best possible color respo

3-2Calibrating the PrinterUsing the Easy Cal Calibration UtilityBefore you use the calibration utility, make sure you are familiar with how your KODA

Calibrating the Printer3-33. Click Proceed.The following dialog box appears.4. Select your printer from the Printer Model list.• If the printer you wa

3-4Calibrating the Printer8. Click Next.The following dialog box appears.9. Confirm that the printer model listed is the printer you want to calibrat

Calibrating the Printer3-513. Click Next.The following dialog box appears.14. Confirm that the printer setup listed is the printer setup you want to u

iiiTable of Contents1 Setting Up the PrinterBefore You Begin ...

3-6Calibrating the Printer16. Click Select to change the media file for your printer. A file selection dialog box appears.17. Select the media file a

Calibrating the Printer3-721. Click Printer Status to find out more information about your printer.The following dialog box appears. NOTE: Click Updat

3-8Calibrating the Printer24. Look at the test print and determine which cluster appears the most neutral (has the least amount of color).25. Enter t

Calibrating the Printer3-9Resolving Calibration Error MessagesRefer to the following table to resolve errors reported during the printer calibration p

4-14Operating the PrinterUnderstanding the Operator Panel LightsUsing Setup Mode to Review Printer SettingsUse the operator panel to review printer se

4-2Operating the PrinterAccessing the Printer SettingsPress Menu Scroll repeatedly to scroll through the printer settings in the following order. Pri

Operating the Printer4-3Working in Test Print Mode Making a test print Make a test print to check that the printer is installed and set up correctly.

5-15Using the Diagnostic ToolThe Diagnostic tool was installed when you installed the printer driver.Adjusting Print Head and Paper Cutter Registratio

ivTable of ContentsChanging the quantity of test prints...

5-2Using the Diagnostic Tool4. Click Print to print a test page.

Using the Diagnostic Tool5-35. Place the two prints together and note the number closest to the following occurrences:• Cutter offset: the point at wh

5-4Using the Diagnostic ToolUpdating FirmwareYou may occasionally need to update your printer’s firmware.IMPORTANT: Do not turn off the printer or r

6-16Troubleshooting the PrinterRefer to the following table to resolve errors or problems reported on the printer operator panel. If the problem persi

6-2Troubleshooting the PrinterWarming The print head is too cold to print.• Wait. The printer will be ready to print when the head reaches the proper

A-1Appendix A: Important Printer InformationPrinter SpecificationsENERGY STAR PartnerAs an ENERGY STAR Partner, Eastman Kodak Company has determined

B-1Appendix B: Safety and Regulatory InformationImportant Safety InformationCAUTION:Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures othe

B-2Safety and Regulatory InformationSafety LabelsPlease observe the important safety warnings that are posted on the printer.Regulatory and Safety Co

Safety and Regulatory InformationB-3EN61000-4-3 Radiated rf immunityEN61000-4-4 EFTEN61000-4-5 SurgeEN61000-4-6 Conducted rf immunityEN61000-4-11 Volt

1-11Setting Up the PrinterBefore You BeginIMPORTANT: Your KODAK PROFESSIONAL 9810 Digital Photo Printer may come with several power cables. Be sure t

I-1IndexAair flow clearances, 1-1Ccables, connecting, 1-8calibrating the printer, 3-1calibration errors, 3-9calibration softwareinstalling, 3-1uninsta

I-2IndexRradio frequency compliance, B-2Ready message, operator panel, 4-2recycling, B-3ribbon, loading, 1-6Ssafetycompliance, B-2tips, B-1warning lab

1-2Setting Up the PrinterLoading the PaperTo load the paper into the printer:1. Open the printer cover.2. If necessary, remove the ribbon from the pr

Setting Up the Printer1-36. Attach the paper flanges provided with the printer to each end of the paper roll. a. Line up the lugs on the blue paper fl

1-4Setting Up the Printer9. Feed the paper in the direction of the white arrows until the paper wraps around the back of the printer and touches the

Setting Up the Printer1-512. Install the trim tray. CAUTION:If you transport or ship the printer, first remove the media. Failure to do so can damage