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ASTRO AstroJet 1000 Inkjet Printer Installation, and Operating Manual

6 Install the Inkjet Cartridges The AstroJet 1000 can be configured with 4 inkjet cartridges. The cartridges are installed as follows: • Remove the

7 4. Adjust the side guides to within 1/32-inch of the media and set the back guide so that the media is raised approximately 1/2-inch and rests on

8 3. Install the CD in the computer. The CD should start automatically. If it does not click on the Start button, then select Run. Type “D:\Setup

9 Section 3 – Software Tutorial This section assumes that the AstroJet 1000 software has been installed on the computer and that the computer is conn

10 The “Layout Editor – Untitled” screen will appear. Click on the icon or File, then New and the “Layout Editor – Select Database” window will app

11 CSV databases are also indexed, but additional information about the character that delimits the fields is required for the software to create the

12 Layout Editor screen allows you to choose from a list of standard envelope sizes or permits you to create your own custom envelope size. If you c

13 By clicking on the RED numbers to the left of the layout you can move the print band positions on the layout. The drop down menu bar consists of t

14 When you click on this icon the Envelope Properties window will open. You may choose any of the standard envelope sizes listed under Standard o

15 Once you have done this, place the cursor on the field that will contain the variable address from your database and double click on the left mous

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS THIS EQUIPMENT PRESENTS NO PROBLEM WHEN USED PROPERLY. HOWEVER, CERTAIN SAFETY RULES SHOULD BE OBSERVED WHEN OPERATING THE ASTRO

16 layout that does not use a database (see the end of this section for more information. The icon and the icon are used to select and display m

17 You may add as many as 24 messages to the layout in any position on the media by simply enabling a text field in the “Layout Editor – Text Field P

18 If the database contains more than one field for the barcode, or you wish to use a barcode other than the USPS barcode use the text editor to comb

19 The actual database records can be viewed by clicking on the Template/Database View icon. A set of arrow buttons will appear below the icons th

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21 Section 4 – Running the Job THE COMPUTER CONTROL PANEL There are two ways that the Control Panel can be selected for running a job. One is from t

22 1 Name of the Job file. 2 Current Database Record. For more information on Databases see page 29. 3 Use this button to sel

23 Running a Job Setting up the Feeder The following steps will assist you in setting the feeder portion of the AstroJet 1000: 1. Release the separa

24 pattern run on the media is even, without any blank areas or white streaks. If the pattern is OK, then return the AstroJet to the standby mode by

25 5. Press the SELECT key to lock in the selection. The asterisk will reappear. 6. Press the STAND BY key to exit the Settings Menu and return th

i TABLE OF CONTENT Section 1 – Getting Acquainted 1 The AstroJet 1000 1 The Control Panel 3 Section 2 – Install

26 1. With the AstroJet 1000 power switch ON, press the STAND BY key to put the printer On-line, then press the ON LINE key to enter the Settings Me

27 Databases The AstroJet 1000 System is capable of handling many types of databases including .TXT, .CSV, Microsoft Access. MDB, and dBase III, IV,

28 Advanced Features Clicking on the Properties… button permits you to enter the “Control Panel – Properties” window. With this window you can contr

29 The Bundle and Bag Break control windows can be found under the Properties… button on the Control Panel. When you click on this button the “Contr

30 There is an optional feature on the Control Panel of the Printer that permits you to disable the break function. See the section on “Printer Sett

31 2. The printheads are initially locked with the others in the same Band. They should be unlocked using the Unlock button. 3. Each index mark on

32 If you open the control panel while the printer is turned off the Control Panel software will ask you if you want to disable the printer for this

33 Section 5 – Maintenance This section discussed how to care for the inkjet cartridges, clear paper jams, replace sheet separators, and perform r

34 Short-term Storage Leave the cartridge in the AstroJet 1000 for short periods of time, 1 day or less. The next time that the AstroJet 1000 is used

35 order to obtain better print quality, these ink plugs need to be forced out or purged. A Purge routine is built into the AstroJet 1000 Printer.

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36 Cleaning The AstroJet 1000 WARNING THE ASTROJET 1000 PRINTER IS A PRECISION MACHINE THAT SHOULD BE CLEANED REGULARLY TO INSURE MANY YEARS OF SERVI

37 Section 6 – Trouble Shooting Guide The following trouble shooting guides are provided to assist you in solving any problems that might occur with

38 AstroJet 1000 Printer PROBLEM REASON REMEDY Printer does not turn on No power to printer Check that power cord is plugged in Check that power

39 AstroJet 1000 Software ERROR MESSAGE PROBLEM SOLUTION Template File is Corrupt The AstroJet 1000 Control Panel can not open the related ajpjt

40 Software continued… ERROR MESSAGE PROBLEM SOLUTION New Fields missing from layout screen. Continued… Fields not visible in blotter area on Layo

41 Appendices APPENDIX A – ASTROJET 1000 Specifications The information (electrical and physical dimensions, etc.) on the AstroJet 1000 is presented

42 Computer Requirements 1. An IBM or Compatible Pentium 100 Megahertz PC or better. 2. Windows 95, 98, 2000 or NT installed. 3. A minimum of 10 M

43 APPENDIX B - Supplies and Optional Hardware The following supply items and optional hardware are available from your Astro Machine Distributor: Su

44 APPENDIX C – Software Options Full 256 ASCII Character Set for AstroJet Printer The AstroJet 1000 software uses the basic 128-character set to pri

45 Sometimes it is necessary due to the media layout or to obtain the most efficient feeding of the material that the media be turned around. When t

1 Section 1 – Getting Acquainted ASTROJET 1000 The AstroJet 1000 is a high-speed printing and addressing systems that can print addresses, bar code,

46 Printing without a Database It is possible to print return addresses on envelopes, logos, and other information on media without a database. One

47 Notice that in the lower information line the Database says N/A meaning that no database is attached to this layout. Continue with the layout by c

48 When you have completed the layout it should look like the one below: Save the template and then create a job by clicking on File and then New Job

49 Special Insert Characters for Text Fields Built in to the “Text Field Editor” are several special characters that can be used to inc

50 Adding Instructions to the Operator It is possible for an operator to change information on a mailing piece before it is printed without using the

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2 1 PRINT HEAD COVER – Shown open for illustration purposes, but should be in the closed position for running. 2 PARALLEL PORT – The printer ca

3 CONTROL PANEL 1 ONLINE – The indicator on this key lights when data is sent to the AstroJet 1000 and it is ready to begin printing. Turns

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5 Section 2 – Installing the AstroJet 1000 To install the AstroJet 1000 printer the following must be done: • Choose a location for the AstroJet 100