Large Format Printer - Revision history

Issac: /* Paper Size */

2023-03-20T22:42:03Z

Paper Size

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	==== Paper Size ====		==== Paper Size ====

	The printer accepts 24" wide roll paper. Geometry limits roll media to a maximum external diameter of 5.3 inches.		The printer accepts 24" wide roll paper with a 2" core. Geometry limits roll media to a maximum external diameter of 5.3 inches.

	Sheet media from 8.3x11" to 24x66" can be individually loaded, as well.		Sheet media from 8.3x11" to 24x66" can be individually loaded, as well.

Issac: /* Pricing for Common Sizes */

2023-03-20T22:28:31Z

Pricing for Common Sizes

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	{\| class="wikitable"		{\| class="wikitable"
	\|-		\|-
	! Size !! Bright White !! Heavyweight Coated !! Satin Photo		! Size !! Bright White !! Heavyweight Coated !! Satin Photo !! your media
	\|-		\|-
	\| 11x17" \|\| $2.83 \|\| $3.28 \|\| $3.74		\| 11x17" \|\| $2.83 \|\| $3.28 \|\| $3.74 \|\| $2.60
	\|-		\|-
	\| 18x24" \|\| $6.38 \|\| $7.13 \|\| $7.88		\| 18x24" \|\| $6.38 \|\| $7.13 \|\| $7.88 \|\| $6.00
	\|-		\|-
	\| 24x36" \|\| $12.75 \|\| $14.25 \|\| $15.75		\| 24x36" \|\| $12.75 \|\| $14.25 \|\| $15.75 \|\| $12.00
	\|}		\|}

Issac at 22:25, 20 March 2023

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 Download and install the latest drivers from [https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-designjet-z6-postscript-printer-series/21158677 the HP support site].
-=== Checking Loaded Paper ===
+=== Print Media ===
 [[File:Paper source.jpg|thumb|300px|checking the loaded paper type]] Before starting a print, check what kind of paper has been left loaded. To do so, just double-tap the printer's touchscreen to wake it up, then tap '''[Paper]'''.
-=== Changing Paper ===
+==== Changing Paper ====
 <gallery>

Issac at 02:55, 7 March 2023

2023-03-07T02:55:49Z

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	First, you'll need to ensure that you have [https://www.cups.org/ the Linux printer subsystem, CUPS], installed and running on your computer. Many desktop distros ship with CUPS installed and running by default. If you already have a different printer set up and working with your laptop, you certainly have CUPS. If you're uncertain, check in your package manager and/or execute		First, you'll need to ensure that you have [https://www.cups.org/ the Linux printer subsystem, CUPS], installed and running on your computer. Many desktop distros ship with CUPS installed and running by default. If you already have a different printer set up and working with your laptop, you certainly have CUPS. If you're uncertain, check in your package manager and/or execute

	<code>systemctl status cups</code>		<code>systemctl status cups</code>

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	After installation, run the '''hp-setup''' utility. You'll be asked to select the type of connection you'll use; choose		After installation, run the '''hp-setup''' utility. You'll be asked to select the type of connection you'll use; choose

	'''Network/Ethernet/Wireless network (direct connection or JetDirect)'''		'''Network/Ethernet/Wireless network (direct connection or JetDirect)'''
			Click the '''[Next>]''' button.

	~~Click the '''[Next>]''' button.~~ After a moment, you'll be presented with a list of discovered devices. Select		After a moment, you'll be presented with a list of discovered devices. Select

	'''HP Designjet z6 24in'''		'''HP Designjet z6 24in'''
			and click the '''[Next>]''' button.

	~~and click the '''[Next>]''' button.~~ On the third and final screen, you may optionally change the name, description, and/or location of the printer. Finally, click the '''[Add Printer]''' button.		On the third and final screen, you may optionally change the name, description, and/or location of the printer. Finally, click the '''[Add Printer]''' button.

	==== OS X ====		==== OS X ====
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	=== Checking Loaded Paper ===		=== Checking Loaded Paper ===

	[[File:Paper source.jpg\|thumb]] Before starting a print, check what kind of paper has been left loaded. To do so, just double-tap the printer's touchscreen to wake it up, then tap '''[Paper]'''.		[[File:Paper source.jpg\|thumb\|300px\|checking the loaded paper type]] Before starting a print, check what kind of paper has been left loaded. To do so, just double-tap the printer's touchscreen to wake it up, then tap '''[Paper]'''.

	=== Changing Paper ===		=== Changing Paper ===

	<gallery ~~mode="slideshow" widths=300px~~>		<gallery>
	paper_source.jpg\|Tap [Unload] to start the paper unloading process.		paper_source.jpg\|Tap [Unload] to start the paper unloading process.
	paper_open.jpg\|Open the paper roll cover by rotating it backwards, towards the wall.		paper_open.jpg\|Open the paper roll cover by rotating it backwards, towards the wall.
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	=== Gotchas ===		=== Gotchas ===

	[[File:Output bin.jpg\|thumb]]		[[File:Output bin.jpg\|thumb\|the opened output hopper]]
	* When preparing to print, review the '''Printer Properties'''. In particular, check the '''Secure Printing''' setting in the '''Advanced''' area. Ensure that it's turned off before starting your print. Otherwise, your print will be held in queue until you visit the printer and enter your PIN (set in the '''Advanced Printer Properties''' area) in the machine's touchpanel.		* When preparing to print, review the '''Printer Properties'''. In particular, check the '''Secure Printing''' setting in the '''Advanced''' area. Ensure that it's turned off before starting your print. Otherwise, your print will be held in queue until you visit the printer and enter your PIN (set in the '''Advanced Printer Properties''' area) in the machine's touchpanel.
	* Be sure to open the output hopper before starting your print. That way, your beautiful print won't land on our filthy floor. Close the hopper after collecting your print so it's out of the way and stays clean.		* Be sure to open the output hopper before starting your print. That way, your beautiful print won't land on our filthy floor. Close the hopper after collecting your print so it's out of the way and stays clean.

Issac at 02:45, 7 March 2023

2023-03-07T02:45:02Z

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	=== Checking Loaded Paper ===		=== Checking Loaded Paper ===

	[[File:Paper source.jpg\|thumb]]		[[File:Paper source.jpg\|thumb]] Before starting a print, check what kind of paper has been left loaded. To do so, just double-tap the printer's touchscreen to wake it up, then tap '''[Paper]'''.
	Before starting a print, check what kind of paper has been left loaded. To do so, just double-tap the printer's touchscreen to wake it up, then tap '''[Paper]'''.

	=== Changing Paper ===		=== Changing Paper ===

	<gallery mode="slideshow" widths=~~400px~~>		<gallery mode="slideshow" widths=300px>
	paper_source.jpg\|Tap [Unload] to start the paper unloading process.		paper_source.jpg\|Tap [Unload] to start the paper unloading process.
	paper_open.jpg\|Open the paper roll cover by rotating it backwards, towards the wall.		paper_open.jpg\|Open the paper roll cover by rotating it backwards, towards the wall.

Issac at 02:42, 7 March 2023

2023-03-07T02:42:56Z

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	=== Changing Paper ===		=== Changing Paper ===

	<gallery>		<gallery mode="slideshow" widths=400px>
	paper_open.jpg\|paper ~~open~~		paper_source.jpg\|Tap [Unload] to start the paper unloading process.
	spindle_cap_coming_off.jpg\|spindle ~~cap~~		paper_open.jpg\|Open the paper roll cover by rotating it backwards, towards the wall.
	bag_and_box.jpg\|bag and box		spindle_cap_coming_off.jpg\|Lift out the spindle and paper roll. Gently wiggle the lavender stop off the end of the spindle.
	reload_spindle.jpg\|~~reload~~ spindle		bag_and_box.jpg\|Remove the paper roll from the spindle and return it to its plastic bag and cardboard box for safekeeping.
			touchscreen_load_paper.jpg\|Tap the [Load] button to start the paper loading process.
			reload_spindle.jpg\|Load the new paper roll on the spindle, oriented as per the guide stickers on the spindle. Replace the lavender stop, securing the paper. Load the spindle and paper into the printer with the lavender stop on the left side. Gently unroll the paper, feeding the leading edge in until the printer seizes it.
			touchscreen_paper_type.jpg\|Carefully set the paper type to match what you've loaded. The cardboard boxes in which the paper rolls are stored have a white label at one end specifying the paper's "proper name."
			touchscreen_roll_length.jpg\|Set the roll length, again referring to the white label on the end of the cardboard box. Close the paper roll cover only when instructed.
	</gallery>		</gallery>

Issac at 02:29, 7 March 2023

2023-03-07T02:29:14Z

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	[[File:HP Designjet Z6.png\|frameless\|250px\|HP Designjet Z6]]		[[File:HP Designjet Z6.png\|frameless\|250px\|HP Designjet Z6]] The large format inkjet printer is a [https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-designjet-z6-24-in-postscript-printer HP Designjet Z6], capable of printing on individual sheets or from rolls up to 24" wide.
	The large format inkjet printer is a [https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-designjet-z6-24-in-postscript-printer HP Designjet Z6], capable of printing on individual sheets or from rolls up to 24" wide.

	=== Pricing ===		=== Pricing ===
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	=== Changing Paper ===		=== Changing Paper ===

			<gallery>
			paper_open.jpg\|paper open
			spindle_cap_coming_off.jpg\|spindle cap
			bag_and_box.jpg\|bag and box
			reload_spindle.jpg\|reload spindle
			</gallery>

	=== Gotchas ===		=== Gotchas ===

Issac at 02:09, 7 March 2023

2023-03-07T02:09:05Z

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	[[File:HP Designjet Z6.png\|frameless\|HP Designjet Z6]]		[[File:HP Designjet Z6.png\|frameless\|250px\|HP Designjet Z6]]
	The large format inkjet printer is a [https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-designjet-z6-24-in-postscript-printer HP Designjet Z6], capable of printing on individual sheets or from rolls up to 24" wide.		The large format inkjet printer is a [https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/pdp/hp-designjet-z6-24-in-postscript-printer HP Designjet Z6], capable of printing on individual sheets or from rolls up to 24" wide.

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	==== Linux ====		==== Linux ====

	First, you'll need to ensure that you have [https://www.cups.org/ the Linux printer subsystem, CUPS], installed and running on your computer. ~~For example~~, ~~run~~		First, you'll need to ensure that you have [https://www.cups.org/ the Linux printer subsystem, CUPS], installed and running on your computer. Many desktop distros ship with CUPS installed and running by default. If you already have a different printer set up and working with your laptop, you certainly have CUPS. If you're uncertain, check in your package manager and/or execute

	systemctl status cups		<code>systemctl status cups</code>

	Next, download and install the latest version of the [https://developers.hp.com/hp-linux-imaging-and-printing Hewlett-Packard Linux Printing and Imaging (HPLIP)] software. ~~If you're using Arch Linux~~, you can simply install the hplip package.		Next, download and install the latest version of the [https://developers.hp.com/hp-linux-imaging-and-printing Hewlett-Packard Linux Printing and Imaging (HPLIP)] software. On most distros, you can simply install the '''hplip''' package.

	After installation, run the hp-setup utility. You'll be asked to select the type of connection you'll use; choose		After installation, run the '''hp-setup''' utility. You'll be asked to select the type of connection you'll use; choose

	Network/Ethernet/Wireless network (direct connection or JetDirect)		'''Network/Ethernet/Wireless network (direct connection or JetDirect)'''

	Click the [Next>] button. After a moment, you'll be presented with a list of discovered devices. Select		Click the '''[Next>]''' button. After a moment, you'll be presented with a list of discovered devices. Select

	HP Designjet z6 24in		'''HP Designjet z6 24in'''

	and click the [Next>] button. On the third and final screen, you may optionally change the name, description, and/or location of the printer. Finally, click the [Add Printer] button.		and click the '''[Next>]''' button. On the third and final screen, you may optionally change the name, description, and/or location of the printer. Finally, click the '''[Add Printer]''' button.

	==== OS X ====		==== OS X ====
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	Download and install the latest drivers from [https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-designjet-z6-postscript-printer-series/21158677 the HP support site].		Download and install the latest drivers from [https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-designjet-z6-postscript-printer-series/21158677 the HP support site].

			=== Checking Loaded Paper ===

			[[File:Paper source.jpg\|thumb]]
			Before starting a print, check what kind of paper has been left loaded. To do so, just double-tap the printer's touchscreen to wake it up, then tap '''[Paper]'''.

			=== Changing Paper ===



	=== Gotchas ===		=== Gotchas ===

	When preparing to print, review the Printer Properties. In particular, check the Secure Printing setting in the Advanced area. Ensure that it's turned off before starting your print. Otherwise, your print will be held in queue until you visit the printer and enter your PIN (set in the Advanced Printer Properties area) in the machine's touchpanel.		[[File:Output bin.jpg\|thumb]]
			* When preparing to print, review the '''Printer Properties'''. In particular, check the '''Secure Printing''' setting in the '''Advanced''' area. Ensure that it's turned off before starting your print. Otherwise, your print will be held in queue until you visit the printer and enter your PIN (set in the '''Advanced Printer Properties''' area) in the machine's touchpanel.
	Be sure to open the output hopper before starting your print. That way, your beautiful print won't land on our filthy floor.		* Be sure to open the output hopper before starting your print. That way, your beautiful print won't land on our filthy floor. Close the hopper after collecting your print so it's out of the way and stays clean.

Issac: /* Gotchas */

2023-03-06T23:19:25Z

Gotchas

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	When preparing to print, review the Printer Properties. In particular, check the Secure Printing setting in the Advanced area. Ensure that it's turned off before starting your print. Otherwise, your print will be held in queue until you visit the printer and enter your PIN (set in the Advanced Printer Properties area) in the machine's touchpanel.		When preparing to print, review the Printer Properties. In particular, check the Secure Printing setting in the Advanced area. Ensure that it's turned off before starting your print. Otherwise, your print will be held in queue until you visit the printer and enter your PIN (set in the Advanced Printer Properties area) in the machine's touchpanel.

			Be sure to open the output hopper before starting your print. That way, your beautiful print won't land on our filthy floor.

Issac at 22:54, 6 March 2023

2023-03-06T22:54:36Z

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	and click the [Next>] button. On the third and final screen, you may optionally change the name, description, and/or location of the printer. Finally, click the [Add Printer] button.		and click the [Next>] button. On the third and final screen, you may optionally change the name, description, and/or location of the printer. Finally, click the [Add Printer] button.

	~~==== Gotchas ====~~

	When preparing to print, review the Printer Properties. In particular, check the Secure Printing setting in the Advanced area. Ensure that it's turned off before starting your print. Otherwise, your print will be held in queue until you visit the printer and enter your PIN (set in the Advanced Printer Properties area) in the machine's touchpanel.

	==== OS X ====		==== OS X ====
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	Download and install the latest drivers from [https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-designjet-z6-postscript-printer-series/21158677 the HP support site].		Download and install the latest drivers from [https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/selfservice/hp-designjet-z6-postscript-printer-series/21158677 the HP support site].


			=== Gotchas ===

			When preparing to print, review the Printer Properties. In particular, check the Secure Printing setting in the Advanced area. Ensure that it's turned off before starting your print. Otherwise, your print will be held in queue until you visit the printer and enter your PIN (set in the Advanced Printer Properties area) in the machine's touchpanel.

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	=== Changing Paper ===		=== Changing Paper ===

	<gallery>		<gallery mode="slideshow" widths=400px>
	paper_open.jpg\|paper ~~open~~		paper_source.jpg\|Tap [Unload] to start the paper unloading process.
	spindle_cap_coming_off.jpg\|spindle ~~cap~~		paper_open.jpg\|Open the paper roll cover by rotating it backwards, towards the wall.
	bag_and_box.jpg\|bag and box		spindle_cap_coming_off.jpg\|Lift out the spindle and paper roll. Gently wiggle the lavender stop off the end of the spindle.
	reload_spindle.jpg\|~~reload~~ spindle		bag_and_box.jpg\|Remove the paper roll from the spindle and return it to its plastic bag and cardboard box for safekeeping.
			touchscreen_load_paper.jpg\|Tap the [Load] button to start the paper loading process.
			reload_spindle.jpg\|Load the new paper roll on the spindle, oriented as per the guide stickers on the spindle. Replace the lavender stop, securing the paper. Load the spindle and paper into the printer with the lavender stop on the left side. Gently unroll the paper, feeding the leading edge in until the printer seizes it.
			touchscreen_paper_type.jpg\|Carefully set the paper type to match what you've loaded. The cardboard boxes in which the paper rolls are stored have a white label at one end specifying the paper's "proper name."
			touchscreen_roll_length.jpg\|Set the roll length, again referring to the white label on the end of the cardboard box. Close the paper roll cover only when instructed.
	</gallery>		</gallery>