Инструкция unifoilprinter

USER GUIDE for
UniFoilPrinter
Version 2.17 May 2018
UniFoilPrinter PC Tool version 1.1.0.0
Firmware version 2.32, Hardware version 001
UniFoilPrinter User Guide
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL ......................................................................................................................................................................... 7
2 ABOUT UNIFOILPRINTER ................................................................................................................................................................ 8
2.1
Introduction ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
2.2 Specifications .................................................................................................................................................................................. 9
2.2.1
Technical specifications ......................................................................................................................................... 9
2.2.2 Software specifications ........................................................................................................................................... 9
2.2.3 User related and other specifications ........................................................................................................ 9
3 GETTING STARTED .............................................................................................................................................................................. 10
3.1 Unboxing .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 10
3.2 What’s Inside? ................................................................................................................................................................................. 11
3.3 Setting up the UniFoilPrinter ........................................................................................................................................... 12
4 FOIL HANDLING ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.1 About The UniFoil ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14
4.2 How To Insert The UniFoil ...................................................................................................................................................15
4.3 How To Remove The UniFoil ........................................................................................................................................... 16
5 UNIFOILPRINTER PC TOOL ........................................................................................................................................................... 17
5.1 Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
5.2 What’s new from version 1.1.0.0 ...................................................................................................................................... 17
5.3 Software Installation ............................................................................................................................................................... 18
5.4 Launch Application.................................................................................................................................................................. 23
5.5 Creating A New Design ........................................................................................................................................................ 24
5.5.1
Object Orientation ....................................................................................................................................................25
5.5.2 Printing on Spine ...................................................................................................................................................... 26
5.5.3 Parts of Printing Object ........................................................................................................................................ 27
5.5.4 Print Areas........................................................................................................................................................................ 27
5.5.5 Print Margins ................................................................................................................................................................ 28
5.5.6 Design Toolbar ............................................................................................................................................................ 29
5.5.7 Save Design ....................................................................................................................................................................34
5.5.8 Inserting Text and Images .................................................................................................................................34
5.5.9 Selection, Movement and Alignment of Elements ...................................................................... 37
5.5.10 Rotation of Elements ............................................................................................................................................ 38
5.5.11 Foil Colour Layers ...................................................................................................................................................... 38
5.5.12 Rulers & Guidelines ................................................................................................................................................. 40
5.5.13 Multiple jobs ................................................................................................................................................................... 41
5.5.14 Design Zooming ......................................................................................................................................................... 42
5.6 Open Design .................................................................................................................................................................................. 42
5.7 Print Design .................................................................................................................................................................................... 42
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5.8 Tools ......................................................................................................................................................................................................43
5.8.1
Settings...............................................................................................................................................................................43
5.8.2 Unibind Products ..................................................................................................................................................... 46
5.8.3 Check for Updates ................................................................................................................................................... 46
5.8.4 Request for Service ................................................................................................................................................. 48
5.8.5 Testing and Calibration ....................................................................................................................................... 49
5.8.6 Manage Templates ................................................................................................................................................. 49
5.8.7 Service Menu .................................................................................................................................................................53
5.8.8 About UniFoilPrinter ...............................................................................................................................................53
5.8.9 Getting Help.................................................................................................................................................................. 54
5.9 Uninstall ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 55
5.9.1
Uninstall Using Start Menu .............................................................................................................................. 55
5.9.2 Uninstallation Using Control Panel ........................................................................................................... 55
5.9.3 Uninstallation Using Installation Setup ................................................................................................. 56
6 TROUBLESHOOTING .........................................................................................................................................................................57
6.1 Troubleshooting Bad Print Result ...............................................................................................................................57
6.2 Troubleshooting – Foil Is Not Spinning ...................................................................................................................57
6.3 Troubleshooting – Errors ..................................................................................................................................................... 58
6.3.1
No communication with the printer error/printer not connected ................................ 58
6.3.2 Printer is damaged error .................................................................................................................................... 58
6.3.3 Head error ....................................................................................................................................................................... 59
6.3.4 Dots damaged error ............................................................................................................................................... 59
6.3.5 Font with missing style during designing error .............................................................................. 59
6.3.6 Driver installation ...................................................................................................................................................... 59
7 SHIPPING AND TRANSPORTATION ....................................................................................................................................60
8 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) ...................................................................................................................... 61
9 APPENDICES ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
9.1 List of Keyboard Shortcuts ................................................................................................................................................ 62
9.2 Supported Template Dimensions .............................................................................................................................. 64
9.2.1
Type 1a and 1b .............................................................................................................................................................. 64
9.2.2 Type 2a ............................................................................................................................................................................... 65
9.3 Built-in Printing Attributes for Materials and Foils....................................................................................... 66
9.4 Default Template Specifications ................................................................................................................................. 68
9.4.1
Preset Margins ............................................................................................................................................................. 68
9.4.2 Factory Set ...................................................................................................................................................................... 68
9.5 What’s new ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
9.5.1
Version 1.0.0.63 ............................................................................................................................................................ 73
9.5.2 Version 1.0.2.0 ................................................................................................................................................................ 73
9.5.3 Version 1.1.0.0 ................................................................................................................................................................. 73
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9.6 Parts and accessories list ..................................................................................................................................................... 74
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TABLE OF FIGURES
Figure 1: UniFoilPrinter Flat Bed with cover placed to print ...................................................................................... 7
Figure 2: Printed Design Examples ................................................................................................................................................. 8
Figure 3: Cut Binding Strips ................................................................................................................................................................10
Figure 4: Unpackaging .............................................................................................................................................................................10
Figure 5: UniFoilPrinter Package Contents ............................................................................................................................. 11
Figure 6: Lock Tool and Supports Removal ........................................................................................................................... 12
Figure 7: UniFoilPrinter Connections ........................................................................................................................................... 13
Figure 8: Use Supplied Underlay Materials for Different Applications ........................................................... 13
Figure 9: UniFoil Colours ........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Figure 10: Connecting the Coils ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Figure 11: Unibind Foil Inserted in Head of UniFoilPrinter ......................................................................................... 15
Figure 12: Files Required for Installation ................................................................................................................................... 18
Figure 13: Startup Screen of Installer ........................................................................................................................................... 18
Figure 14: Welcome Screen of the Installer ............................................................................................................................ 19
Figure 15: License Agreement Screen......................................................................................................................................... 19
Figure 16: Create Program Shortcuts Screen ......................................................................................................................20
Figure 17: Screen for Selecting Installation Folder ..........................................................................................................20
Figure 18: Screen to Confirm Installation ................................................................................................................................20
Figure 19: Screen to Display Progress during Installation .......................................................................................... 21
Figure 20: Startup Screen of Driver Installation Wizard .............................................................................................. 21
Figure 21: Driver Installation Wait Screen ................................................................................................................................ 21
Figure 22: Install Driver Confirmation Screen ..................................................................................................................... 22
Figure 23: Driver Installation Completion Screen ............................................................................................................ 22
Figure 24: Screen to Show Installation Complete ........................................................................................................... 22
Figure 25: Available Options in All Programs of Start Menu for Launching Application............... 23
Figure 26: UniFoilPrinter PC Tool ................................................................................................................................................... 23
Figure 27: New Design Startup Dialog Box for Selection of Template ......................................................... 24
Figure 28: Display for Selection of Appropriate Template & Associated Object Orientation .... 24
Figure 29: Design Window Based on Selected Template and Object Placement ............................ 25
Figure 30: Vertical Spine Orientation (Left) and Horizontal Spine Orientation (Right) ................... 26
Figure 31: Vertical Spine Orientation (Left) and Horizontal Spine Orientation (Right)..................... 27
Figure 32: Design Toolbar ..................................................................................................................................................................... 29
Figure 33: Design Toolbar Group 1 - Functions .................................................................................................................. 29
Figure 34: Design Toolbar Group 2 - Tools ............................................................................................................................ 30
Figure 35: Design Toolbar Group 3 – Edit Functions .................................................................................................... 30
Figure 36: Design Toolbar Group 4 - Text Editing ............................................................................................................ 31
Figure 37: Design Toolbar Group 5 - Element Alignment........................................................................................ 32
Figure 38: Design Toolbar Group 6 - Rotation Degree ............................................................................................... 32
Figure 39: Design Toolbar Group 7 – XY Coordinates ................................................................................................... 33
Figure 40: Design Toolbar Group 8 – Make Database ................................................................................................. 33
Figure 41: Text box placed in a print area containing the text “My Photos”. ............................................. 34
Figure 42: Image Thresholding Menu ........................................................................................................................................ 35
Figure 43: Image of palm tree placed inside print area. ........................................................................................... 36
Figure 44: Layer Window ....................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Figure 45: Rulers and Guidelines for Alignment ............................................................................................................. 40
Figure 46: Zoom Slider & Buttons ................................................................................................................................................. 42
Figure 47: Application Settings Tab in Available Tools ............................................................................................... 43
Figure 48: Units Setting for Rulers in Tools ........................................................................................................................... 43
Figure 49: Ruler Display Setting in Tools ................................................................................................................................. 44
Figure 50: Snap Setting in Tools .................................................................................................................................................... 44
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Figure 51: Setting in Tools for Automatic Search for Updates .............................................................................. 44
Figure 52: Setting in Tools to Enable All UniFoilPrinter Messages .................................................................... 44
Figure 53: Setting in Tools to Customize Printing Parameters ............................................................................ 44
Figure 54: Settings for Printing Parameters ......................................................................................................................... 45
Figure 55: Setting in Tools for Transportation ..................................................................................................................... 46
Figure 56: Setting in Tools for Text Auto Resize ............................................................................................................... 46
Figure 57: Settings in Tools for Smart Temperature Control ................................................................................. 46
Figure 58: Tools to Check for Updates ...................................................................................................................................... 47
Figure 59: Warning Message if Printer Not Connected .............................................................................................. 47
Figure 60: Warning Message If Not Connected With Server ................................................................................. 47
Figure 61: Tools Used to Send Request for Service ......................................................................................................... 48
Figure 62: Calibration Start Screen .............................................................................................................................................. 49
Figure 63: Screen for Managing Templates ........................................................................................................................ 50
Figure 64: Warning Message at Start of Creating New Template .................................................................... 50
Figure 65: Screen for Selecting Type of New Template .............................................................................................. 51
Figure 66: Screen for Inserting Dimensions of New Template ............................................................................. 51
Figure 67: Screen for Inserting Dimensions of Window in New Template ............................................... 52
Figure 68: Screen for Selecting Material, Softness and Name of New Template ................................ 52
Figure 69: Service Menu in Tools ................................................................................................................................................... 53
Figure 70: About UniFoilPrinter ...................................................................................................................................................... 53
Figure 71: Built-In Software Help .................................................................................................................................................... 54
Figure 72: Uninstall Option in Start Menu.............................................................................................................................. 55
Figure 73: Uninstall Options in Control Panel ..................................................................................................................... 56
Figure 74: Uninstall Option in Software Installation Setup ..................................................................................... 56
Figure 75: Attach the locking tool and add cardboard supports ..................................................................... 60
Figure 76: Dimensions of Double Side Cover with Window .................................................................................. 64
Figure 77: Dimensions of Single Side Cover ......................................................................................................................... 65
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LIST OF TABLES
Table 1: Keyboard Shortcuts ............................................................................................................................................................... 62
Table 2: Attributes for Gold, Silver, Red and Blue Foils ...............................................................................................66
Table 3: Attributes for Black Foil .................................................................................................................................................... 67
Table 4: Attributes for Gold and Silver OffsetSheet ....................................................................................................... 67
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1 ABOUT THIS MANUAL
This guide summarizes the basic know-how required to install and operate the Unibind
UniFoilPrinter Flat Bed and its associated UniFoilPrinter PC Tool utility applications of the
latest versions starting from 1.1.0.0.
Visit our website do download previous versions of the software like 1.0.0.63 and 1.0.2.0 with
associated user guide: https://webshop.peleman.com/en-be/machine/unifoilprinter
This manual is divided into sections based on the different subject matters to provide users
with all necessary information in an easily accessible way.
•
Section 2: Introduction of the UniFoilPrinter
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Section 3: The information required to setup the printer and start working
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Section 4: Details of the foils
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Section 5: Basics of the software utility application
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Section 6: Troubleshooting
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Section 7: Shipping and transportation
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Section 8: Frequently asked questions (FAQs)
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Section 9: Appendices for additional information
Figure 1: UniFoilPrinter Flat Bed with cover placed to print
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2 ABOUT UNIFOILPRINTER
2.1 Introduction
The new UniFoilPrinter allows you to personalize your books, notebooks, agenda, contracts,
etc. If you are about to present an offer, a contract or even yourself in a meeting, with the
UniFoilPrinter your work always stands out.
The UniFoilPrinter is an innovative digital printer that prints letters and images with foil
directly from a digital file on almost any flat and smooth material like paper, plastic and
cardboard based materials. The designs are created using PC Tool application provided by
Unibind Manufacturing Ltd.
Figure 2: Printed Design Examples
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2.2 Specifications
2.2.1 Technical specifications
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Weight: 25 kg
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Size machine: L: 615mm x W: 503mm x H: 295mm / in ‘home’ position L: 690mm
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Printer table dimensions: 600 mm x 310 mm
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Printable area: 410 mm x 280 mm
•
Active printhead area (strokes of): 57 mm
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Resolution to print: 300 x 300 dpi
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Speed: up to 2,5 cm/sec (1 inch/sec)
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Connection to computer with USB 2.0 (shielded)
•
Electrical consumption: max. 72 Watt
2.2.2 Software specifications
•
Operating systems for software version 1.0.0.63: Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7
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Operating systems for software version 1.0.2.0: Windows XP, Vista, Windows 7
•
Operating systems for software version 1.1.x.0: Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10
o
Early versions of software can in some cases be installed on latest Windows versions with turned
off driver signature enforcement.
o
Latest versions can in some cases be installed on early Windows versions but not fully supported.
•
Maximal template size: 430 mm x 304 mm
•
Importable file formats: PDF, JPEG, TIFF, PNG, GIF, BMP
2.2.3 User related and other specifications
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Spine supports included (for printing on spines)
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The total foil length: 100 m
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Different foil colours: red, blue, silver, gold, white, black (in different qualities, please
see paragraph about the foil for more information)
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3 GETTING STARTED
3.1 Unboxing
Tip: Scan the QR code to get access to the
demonstrational video
UniFoilPrinter is delivered in a wooden box. The box is very heavy, please pay attention and
use a transporter or at least help of one extra person.
After the transportation to the needed location you can open the box by cutting the binding
strips like shown in figure 3.
Figure 3: Cut Binding Strips
First lift the lid, after that you can remove cardboard sheets from between the buffers.
Continue by lifting the wooden box up. Now you can remove protective buffers. Make sure
you have space on the table where you like to position the UniFoilPrinter and lift the
machine up with two persons. Make sure that the UniFoilPrinter is placed firmly on a desk.
Remove the plastic bag.
Figure 4: Unpackaging
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3.2 What’s Inside?
List of content (regular version):
• UniFoil Printer Flat Bed
• Powercable (1 of below)
EU = UFPRELEC018;
UK =UFPRELEC020;
US = UFPRELEC019
• Power supply UFPRELEC012
• USB cable UFPRELEC015
• Ribbon Unifoilprinter Gold UFPR0000002
• User guide SPUP0000103
• Quickguide SPUP0000104
• Lock removal instructions SPUP0000107
• Screwdriver SPUP0000111
• Spine support set (UFPRSUP0002 +3 +4 +5)
• Empty core UFPR0000005
• USB drive UniFoil Printer SPUP0000144
• Paper ring SPUP0000142
• Lock X-axis SPUP0000097
• 4x Screw with cross head SPUP0000028
• Rubber/foam pad SPUP0000046
• Polycarbonate plate SPUP0000130
Attention! Do not throw away accessories like polycarbonate plate and foam pad.
Contact your representative if you like to (re)order items.
Figure 5: UniFoilPrinter Package Contents
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3.3 Setting up the UniFoilPrinter
Tip: Scan the QR code to get access to the
demonstrational video
Make sure you remove the ‘locking tool’ and supports first, before connecting the printer to
power supply. Remove the lock tool completely with supplied screwdriver. Make sure you
don’t lose those items as they may be needed for transportation in the future. You can place
the machine back in transport position via settings in our software. Never transport the
machine without properly attached locking tool!
Figure 6: Lock Tool and Supports Removal
Connect the UniFoilPrinter to the computer with the provided USB cable. Make sure your
computer has a grounded connection to the power supply.
Attention! Make sure the printing table is clear of objects and the lock tool is
removed.
Plug the power adapter in to an electrical outlet to power the device. Printer will move to
the ‘home position’.
Open the installed software (see section below) to check if the printer is connected to your
computer.
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Figure 7: UniFoilPrinter Connections
Depending on the medium that you will print on, place acrylic plate on top or foam pad on
top. You don’t need to remove one of the two completely. However, for some materials the
result will be better only with one of them placed directly on aluminium printing table.
Use acrylic plate on top when printing on: smooth paper, clear covers, flex covers and other
bendable material
Use foam pad in top when working with: hard covers, thick acrylic sheets and other hard, stiff
materials.
Figure 8: Use Supplied Underlay Materials for Different Applications
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4 FOIL HANDLING
4.1 About The UniFoil
The UniFoil is the original thermal transfer ribbon (TTR) for UniFoilPrinter. Foils shown below
are used to print on covers and other materials.
To make sure that UniFoilPrinter works correctly we recommend to only use the original
UniFoil. The printhead can be damaged when using non-original foil, especially foil for hot
stamping.
UFPR0000001
RIBBON UNIFOIL
PRINTER RESIN
SILVER
UFPR0000006
RIBBON UNIFOIL
PRINTER RESIN
BLACK
UFPR0000002
RIBBON UNIFOIL
PRINTER RESIN
GOLD
UFPR00000IGMetal Gold Foil
K200
UFPR0000003
RIBBON UNIFOIL
PRINTER RESIN
BLUE
UFPR0000012
Ribbon
UniFoilPrinter
Silver for offset
printed sheets
UFPR0000004
RIBBON UNIFOIL
PRINTER RESIN
RED
UFPR0000013
Ribbon
UniFoilPrinter Gold
for offset printed
sheets
UFPR0000005
Empty core
UFPR0000014
RIBBON UNIFOIL
PRINTER RESIN
WHITE
Figure 9: UniFoil Colours
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4.2 How To Insert The UniFoil
Tip: Scan the QR code to get access to the
demonstrational video
First, you must connect the new foil coil to an empty core. Make sure the metal rings are on
the same side and connect the coils using the adhesive layer or use a piece of tape to
connect them. Wind a few turns of foil to the empty core till the adhesive layer is covered.
The foil must be straight and smooth.
Figure 10: Connecting the Coils
To position a foil, carefully place it on the both foil holders, as shown below. Make sure that
the foil is mounted with shiny coated side to the printhead. Pay attention to correct
installation. Foil must go underneath the metal bars, go underneath the centre of the
printhead, be tensed and smooth. Wind manually (counter clockwise) the left side to make
the foil smooth and tensed, if needed.
Figure 11: Unibind Foil Inserted in Head of UniFoilPrinter
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4.3 How To Remove The UniFoil
To change or remove the foil, gently pull out both rolls at the same time. If you like to
remove one of the sides you can cut the foil, replace empty core or replace UniFoil by
another colour.
Make sure the metal ring doesn’t stay attached to the foil holder of the printer after
removing the foil coil. If it happens, you can remove the metal ring from the printer by a
strong magnet or a sharp knife. The ring can be glued back to the foil holder (same side!)
with super glue. Or you can ask for replacement by your representative.
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5 UNIFOILPRINTER PC TOOL
5.1 Introduction
The UniFoilPrinter software application, UniFoilPrinter PC Tool, is used as an interface
between the user and the associated UniFoilPrinter interface board. This chapter of the
manual focuses on the basic know-how required to install and use UniFoilPrinter PC Tool.
The relevant documents may be referred for further information on the subject matter.
The UniFoilPrinter PC Tool and the associated drivers need to be installed on the user’s
computer to successfully operate the device. The information and images provided in this
manual have been specifically selected for Microsoft Windows 10. Thus, they may slightly
differ for other versions / types of operating systems.
5.2 What’s new from version 1.1.0.0
To have an overview of all versions and key improvements, please go to appendices of this
manual.
Please note to update your firmware to version 2.28 and up to have latest features in your
software supporting the printer.
Main differences from previous version (1.0.2.0):
•
Driver signature for windows 10.
•
Improved text management functionalities. Selecting text or a part of the text can
now be done with the Ctrl+A and Ctrl+left/right arrow keys. To select whole text for
editing double click on the text in text window.
•
Foil layer windows
•
Smart Temp Control
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5.3 Software Installation
Visit the website: https://webshop.peleman.com/en-be/machine/unifoilprinter to download
the installation package or install the package from USB drive if supplied.
In ‘downloads’ you’ll be able to find software version(s) for download and installation.
Download the .zip file and unpack the folder or use supplied USB drive to get the installation
files.
The installation media includes 2 files (as shown in figure 12), which are required for
successful installation of the UniFoilPrinter PC Tool. Please contact your local distributor or
dealer if you encounter any difficulty in finding these files.
Figure 12: Files Required for Installation
To install the UniFoilPrinter PC Tool, open the folder where these two files are located and
start setup.exe to install the software application and the associated drivers. Please follow
the given sequence of steps as instructed on the next pages to perform the installation:
1.
Please wait while the installer is
initializing. Once completed, a screen
like the one on the left will appear on
your computer. Press Next button to
continue the installation of the software
application.
Figure 13: Startup Screen of Installer
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2.
Press Next button again on the welcome
screen.
3.
A license agreement like the figure on
the left will be shown. After reading,
select I Agree from the options below
the license agreement and then press
Next button to proceed.
Figure 14: Welcome Screen of the Installer
Figure 15: License Agreement Screen
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4.
As shown in figure 16, users will be
asked that whether they wish the
program shortcuts to be created on
their desktop and quick launch
folders.
Select your preferred options and
then press the Next button to
proceed.
Figure 16: Create Program Shortcuts Screen
5. Select the destination folder of the
client system, as shown in
6. figure 17, to install the software to the
folder of your choice. To confirm your
selections, press Next button.
Figure 17: Screen for Selecting Installation Folder
6. Review any required changes of your
choices on appearance of
7.
figure 18, if required, by selecting the
Back button or press Next button to
start the installation.
Figure 18: Screen to Confirm Installation
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8. Please wait while screen similar to
figure 19 containing the progress bar
to show the completion progress for
software installation is displayed.
Figure 19: Screen to Display Progress during Installation
9. The driver installation wizard will
appear during the installation process
as shown in figure 20. Click on Next
button to launch driver installation.
Figure 20: Startup Screen of Driver Installation Wizard
10. Please wait while screen similar to
11. figure 21, displaying driver installation
in process, is being displayed.
Figure 21: Driver Installation Wait Screen
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12. If the associated driver is not
installed on the client system, the
screen in figure 22 may appear
during the installation. Press
Install button to install the driver
required
for
communication
between the software application
and
the
associated
printer
interface board.
Figure 22: Install Driver Confirmation Screen
13. The screen similar to
14.
15.
Figure 23: Driver Installation Completion Screen
figure 23 will appear when
driver installation is completed. Press
Finish button to complete the process
and close the driver installation setup
to continue with the main application
setup.
Important: pay
attention to the driver
installation progress.
Is it unsuccessful? Go to
troubleshooting
section.
16. The screen similar to figure 24 will
appear when the software and
associated driver installation is
completed.
Select
Launch
UniFoilPrinter PC Tool option, if you
want to launch the application on
closing setup. Press Close button to
complete and close the installation
setup.
Figure 24: Screen to Show Installation Complete
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5.4 Launch Application
To launch the application after installation, go to All Programs in the Start Menu, followed by
UniFoilPrinter PC Tool subfolder and finally select UniFoilPrinter PC Tool as shown in figure
25.
Figure 25: Available Options in All Programs of Start Menu for Launching Application
A new application will be launched as shown in the figure 26.
Figure 26: UniFoilPrinter PC Tool
The software may also be launched through the shortcuts created on user’s desktop and/or
quick launch folders. These shortcuts will only be available, if were selected for creation as an
option during installation.
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5.5 Creating A New Design
To create a new design, click
on the New Design option
from the possibilities provided
in the application. A new tab
will be opened and a dialog
box will appear as shown in
figure 27.
Figure 27: New Design Startup Dialog Box for Selection of Template
Select the template from the given list that matches the object to be printed on. You have
an option to create new template and select it afterwards from ‘User’ tab or select from a list
of preset templates. Template names are Unibind product names.
Make sure that the print object matches the selected template.
Failure to do so can cause severe damage to the printer.
When a template has been
selected,
the
possible
orientations are displayed as
shown in figure 28. Place the
object on the printing table in
one of the given ways, followed
by selection of the same
orientation on the screen as
well. For more information
about
object
orientation,
please see section 5.5.1.
Figure 28: Display for Selection of Appropriate Template & Associated
Object Orientation
Click on Design Print button to open the new design based on the selected template and
associated object orientation. A screen similar to figure 29 will appear for the selected
template and object orientation.
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Figure 29: Design Window Based on Selected Template and Object Placement
With the help of available tools provided in the toolbar, create the desired text and graphics
to be printed on the cover. Section 5.5.6 of this document may be referred for more
information regarding the toolbars.
5.5.1 Object Orientation
Important notes about object orientation:
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Due to the printhead width, each area of the design box is 57mm high
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Printing is done from left to right in belts of 57 mm
•
All design elements must fit within the margins inside the print areas. You
can enlarge print areas making them larger as 57mm. In this case, when
image or text does not fit within one area between the dashed lines will be
split and made with 2 or more strokes. In some printers it can result in
incomplete or shifted areas.
•
Orientation must be considered according to the elements used in these
fields
Read more about print areas in section 5.5.4.
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5.5.2 Printing on Spine
Printing on spine is only possible when the spine is horizontally oriented. Figure 30 illustrates
the placement of print areas according to the orientation of the cover.
Figure 30: Vertical Spine Orientation (Left) and Horizontal Spine Orientation (Right)
Important to note about printing on spine:
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Select horizontal orientation of the spine for printing on spine.
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First do a test print on spine to doublecheck correct location covering it with
office tape.
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After power cycle the machine will auto calibrate on a bit different direction.
Recheck the spine location first before printing on actual cover.
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When set up correctly the centre of the head will go down in centre of the
spine.
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Elements inside a print area can be rotated at any given degree, but the
direction of the print areas is set when object orientation is selected.
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Vertical spine orientation is most likely to be selected when designing the
front and back of a cover, not the spine itself.
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The orientation of the design is saved during template selection. If the
selected design for cover requires more than one orientation, two individual
designs are needed on the same kind of template.
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5.5.3 Parts of Printing Object
Cover with Spine
A cover with a spine should always lay flat on the printer’s main table as seen in figure 31. The
side upwards is the side printed on. A cover usually encompasses three printable parts i.e.
the front side, the back side and the spine.
Figure 31: Vertical Spine Orientation (Left) and Horizontal Spine Orientation (Right)
Exceptions
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If the cover is placed on the table in a vertical spine orientation, the spine is
unprintable.
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When a cover part is placed outside the printer table, the part is unprintable
e.g. the back side in horizontal spine orientation shown in figure 31 is partially
outside the printer table, so it is not printable in this orientation.
5.5.4 Print Areas
Print areas are non-printable black or white windows which are used to add printable
elements in a design. By default, a print area is placed on every editable side of an object
when a new design is opened. These areas are 57mm wide due to the active element of the
print head. User can enlarge these areas making the printer print the design more as in one
stroke. A user may add or remove print areas according to design requirements. To add a
new print area, click on the associated toolbar button for adding print area. The associated
toolbar button is described in toolbar group 1 of section 5.5.6.
Print areas can be moved up and down to a desired location by clicking on the given print
area and dragging it (drag and hold) with the mouse as well as alternatively, by use of arrow
keys on keyboard. Print areas can be aligned to the top, middle or bottom of the object by
clicking on the given element alignment buttons in design toolbar described in toolbar
group 5 in section 5.5.6.
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Images can be imported to the print areas, and text can be written inside print areas by
using the associated design toolbars described in toolbar group 1 and 2 respectively of
section 5.5.6. Inserted elements can be moved around using the same options as when
altering print areas. Only the part of an element placed inside the print area will be
displayed and printed.
PRO Tip: You can make the printer print non-stop same design by
selecting the print area (with your design in it) and copy-paste it on same
spot (Ctrl+c – Ctrl+v). The machine will print continuously 10 times if you
paste (Ctrl+v) 10 times the print area on same spot.
It is useful to have thick foil layer on same object or make multiple prints
on different objects.
5.5.5 Print Margins
In order to ensure the quality of the print, a certain amount of margins are always
unprintable. Thus, it is not possible to print edge to edge on print objects. These margins are
defined by the UniFoilPrinter PC Tool and are unchangeable. Section 9.4.1 may be referred to
see the values of these preset margins.
UniFoilPrinter PC Tool will automatically reject elements to be placed on these print
margins.
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5.5.6 Design Toolbar
The design toolbar, shown in figure 32, may be seen at the top of the design tab subwindow. It offers various functionalities for different purposes. The toolbar groups can be
reorganized if desired and relocated into different lines.
Figure 32: Design Toolbar
Following is a brief description of each option in the toolbar:
Group 1: Functions
Add Print Area: Used to
add a new print area at
user selected location
Import PDF: Used to import
user specified PDF page
from the file system to be
added as an image object
in the design
Save Design: Used to save
the
changes
/
modifications
for
the
design
Save As Design: Used to save
the changed / modified
design under a new name
Show/ Hide Layer Window:
Used to show or hide layer
window. By default, layer
window is shown.
Import Image: Used to
import images from file
system to be added in the
design
Figure 33: Design Toolbar Group 1 - Functions
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Group 2: Tools
Rotate Tool: Used to rotate a
selected element. Drag the
element to rotate it. See section
5.5.10 for more information about
rotating elements
Select Tool: Enable selection and
movement of design elements and
print areas. See section 5.5.9 for
more information
Text Tool: Create text boxes, as well
as enter and edit text inside print
areas. See section 5.5.8 for more
information
Show / Hide Variable: Used to
show / hide the variable marking
checkbox used with the text
boxes
Show / Hide Background: Used to
show / hide the background color
of the selected cover
Vertical Text: Change horizontal
text line to a vertical text line
without changing text direction /
angle
Figure 34: Design Toolbar Group 2 - Tools
Group 3: Edit Functions
Copy: Used to copy the
selected elements
Delete: Used to delete
the selected elements
Undo: Used to undo the
recent actions
Cut: Used to cut the
selected elements
Paste: Used to insert the elements that were cut or
copied. The elements will be inserted in the center of
the selected print area. When pressing the Shift key
on the keyboard while inserting, the elements will be
inserted in place.
Figure 35: Design Toolbar Group 3 – Edit Functions
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Group 4: Text Editing
Font
Family:
This list
contains the available font
types that may be used in
text boxes. Font of the
selected textboxes will
change according to the
font selected in the list
Underline: Used to
underline the text
of
selected
textboxes
Bold: Used to
make the text of
selected
textboxes bold
Align Right: Used to
align the selected
or current text line
of
the
selected
textbox to the right
hand side
Italic: Used to make
the text of selected
textboxes italic
Font Size: This list is used
to select the size of the
font to be used for
different text elements of
the design. The user may
also enter any size up to
900
Align Left: Used to align
the selected or current
text line of the selected
textbox to the left hand
side
Align Center: Used to
align the selected or
current text line of the
selected textbox to
the center
Figure 36: Design Toolbar Group 4 - Text Editing
Text Editing toolbar will only display when a text box is selected and text in it is being
inserted or edited. The given font options will apply to the selected text in the text box or to
the current cursor position if no text is selected. Similarly, the alignment options will apply to
the selected lines within a text box or to the current line if no text is selected.
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Group 5: Element Alignment
Align Left: Used to align
the left side of the
selected elements to the
same location
Align Right: Used to align
the right side of the
selected elements to the
same location
Align Middle: Used to
align the middles of the
selected elements to the
same location
Align in Center of Closed
Cover: Used to align the
center of selected elements
to the center of the closed
cover. The selected text is also
centered within the text box
Align Center: Used to
align the centers of the
selected elements to the
same location
Align Top: Used to align
the top side of the
selected elements to the
same location
Align Bottom: Used to
align the bottom side of
the selected elements to
the same location
Figure 37: Design Toolbar Group 5 - Element Alignment
If a single element is selected, the alignment buttons will align to the edges and center of
the print area.
Group 6: Rotation Degree
Rotate: The rotate field is used to
rotate the selected elements to
the required angle. By default,
the angle of rotation for an
element is 0 degree
Figure 38: Design Toolbar Group 6 - Rotation Degree
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Group 7: XY Coordinates
Units of XY Coordinates: May be
either mm or inch based on the
selected setting in ‘Tools’
X Coordinate: Indicates the X
location of the selected element
or print area
Y Coordinate: Indicates the Y
location of the selected element
or print area
Figure 39: Design Toolbar Group 7 – XY Coordinates
Group 8: Make Database
Make Database: Creates a CSV
database in a new tab. This
database contains values for the
selected variable text boxes in
the associated design.
To make the text variable right
click on the text box and select
the option.
Figure 40: Design Toolbar Group 8 – Make Database
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5.5.7 Save Design
To save a new design, press the Save button in the design toolbar. A dialog box will appear
to enter the name of a file to be used for saving the design. The UniFoilPrinter design files
will have file extension .upf. The default path for saving any design is a subfolder named
UniFoilPrinter Designs located in the My Documents folder. It is recommended that all
UniFoilPrinter designs must be saved in either the default folder or within one of its
subfolders.
To save the changes made to an existing design, press the Save button in the design toolbar,
and the changes saved to the existing design will be saved under the same file name.
To save an existing design under a different file name, either click the Save As button or hold
down Ctrl and Shift keys of the keyboard when clicking the Save button. A dialogue box will
open to enable entry of another file name to be used for saving the design.
Toolbar group 1 in section 5.5.6 may be referred for more information about Save and Save
As toolbar buttons.
5.5.8 Inserting Text and Images
Text and images can be inserted in the displayed print areas. They will appear inside the
dotted-line boxes with handles in every corner. The handles are displayed as hollow squares
in every corner. Textboxes and image boxes are in general referred as design elements in this
document. Figure 41 and figure 43 are examples of how images and textboxes appear.
To insert text, the given Text tool button in the design toolbar is used. When the Text tool is
selected, click on a desired spot inside a print area. When the text box appears, enter the
text while the Text tool is selected. Place the cursor in the required location to edit the text.
Figure 41: Text box placed in a print area containing the text “My Photos”.
To resize the text box, click on the Select tool in the design toolbar. When mouse is over the
handles, the select tool turns into a Resize tool. Click on the corner and drag the mouse
while holding down the mouse button.
If the Text Auto Resize option is on. the textbox will be automatically resized according to
the text size. Section 5.8.1 may be seen for further information in this regard.
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Tip: Double click on a textbox with Select tool and the tool changes into
Text tool enabling text editing.
Single click with the mouse at any text position will place the cursor at click location and
make the text editable. On the other hand, double clicking with the mouse button will
select all text within the text box. Associated keyboard shortcuts may be used for cursor
movement and text selection. Section 9.1 of this user guide may be referred to know about
available keyboard shortcuts for different functionalities in this regard.
To insert images, they must be imported using the Import Image button in the design
toolbar. Select a required print area, where the image should be inserted, before clicking
Import Image button. Upon pressing the Import Image button, a dialog box will appear
enabling the search for image files. Please note that only the following image file types are
supported by the UniFoilPrinter PC Tool: BMP, GIF, JPG, TIFF and PNG. Select the desired
image file and click the Open button of the file selection dialog box.
Tip: PDF page may also be imported as image using Import PDF toolbar
button discussed in toolbar group 1 of section 5.5.6.
Whether the selected image is grayscale or colour, an image threshold menu will appear,
like the one shown in figure 42, with the following options.
Figure 42: Image Thresholding Menu
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Invert Colour: The negative of the image
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Colour Conversion: Offers a choice between Dithering and Threshold.
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When Dithering is selected, the image is formed
by a cluster of closely placed dots, creating an
illusion of contrast
When Threshold is selected, the image is
black and white, without any contrast. The
threshold can be adjusted using the plus
and minus buttons. When the threshold level
is satisfying, the Insert button should be
pressed
PRO Tip: In some colour
images you can split the
colours with the threshold
function. By importing this
parts in different layers,
you can make multicoloured foil images in
minutes.
Cropping: Makes it possible to select only the part of the image that needs to be printed.
The image will appear in the selected print area as shown in figure 43. Use the arrow keys on
keyboard or the mouse to drag and move the image to the desired location.
Figure 43: Image of palm tree placed inside print area.
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Tip: Drag down the dotted line to open the print area for images larger as
57mm.
5.5.9 Selection, Movement and Alignment of Elements
An element may be selected by clicking on the Select tool shown as an arrow in figure 34
and then clicking on the element. To select multiple elements, hold down the Shift key on
the keyboard and then click on each element to be selected while keep holding down the
Shift key.
An element may be moved by selecting it with the mouse, and then dragging it to the
desired location, while keep holding down the mouse button. A borderline is set to avoid the
element to be placed completely outside the print areas. This limit is 50 % of the element to
be placed outside the print area. When moving an element outside the print area, only the
part inside the print area remains visible and is printed. Elements can also be moved using
arrow keys on the keyboard.
An element may be aligned to the top, middle or bottom side vertically and to the left,
centre or right side horizontally within its design area by selecting the element and then
clicking on the appropriate element alignment button shown in figure 37. Similarly, an
element may be dragged to a specific location by clicking on the element with the mouse
after selection, and then dragging it to the required position within its design area, while
holding down the mouse button. Section 5.5.12 of this document may be referred for more
information on aligning elements using guidelines.
When multiple elements are selected and aligned using the toolbar shown in figure 37, all
elements will get aligned according to the first selected element. For example, if multiple
elements are left aligned, then all elements will move except the first selected element in
such a way that the left side of all elements will become aligned to the left side of the first
selected element.
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Tip: For optimal results, elements must be placed between the dotted
lines. Elements touching these dotted lines will lead to broken designs
and imperfect results.
5.5.10 Rotation of Elements
A user may rotate any element either manually through the Rotate button shown in figure
34, or automatically to the desired angle by entering the value of required degrees of
rotation for the element in rotate field shown in figure 38.
To rotate an element manually, a user must select the element and the Rotate button from
the toolbar shown in figure 34. After that drag the mouse while holding down the mouse
button until the element is rotated to the required degree.
The rotate field in toolbar shown in figure 38 will also show the value of the rotation angle for
the selected element. A user may also rotate the element to the desired angle by selecting
the element and then entering the value of degrees in the rotation field for the required
angular rotation of the element.
Tip: While the Shift key on the keyboard is pressed, the Rotate tool
temporarily functions as the Select tool
Please note that when multiple elements have been selected, then each element will rotate
about its own centre, keeping the location of its centre constant. Section 5.5.9 of this
document may be referred for more information on the selection of elements.
5.5.11 Foil Colour Layers
The UniFoilPrinter supports all Unibind foil colours. Each colour is implemented as a layer in
UniFoilPrinter PC Tool. These layers are shown in a separate layer sub-window visible at the
right side within the design tab. If the layer window is not visible, click on the show / hide
layer window toolbar button to show the layer window. By default, the layer window
automatically resizes in width to hide most of the contents. By placing the mouse over this
layer window, the window gets expanded. The user may use the pin button at top of this
layer window to enable / disable this auto hide feature of layer window.
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Figure 44: Layer Window
By default, the foil colour selected is Metallic Gold. If another foil colour is to be used for
printing, it can be selected in the layer window. Changing the foil colour of the selected layer
changes the print colour for each element associated with that layer.
Multiple colours may be used on one object. Add separate layers in layer window for each
colour required to be used in the design. Elements inserted in one foil colour layer stays
visible when another foil colour layer is selected to be worked in. Only foil colour layers that
contain elements will be printed. The UniFoilPrinter PC Tool software will guide the user
through the process of changing foils whenever that is required.
Users may activate or deactivate the visibility and printing for each layer by choosing
appropriate checkboxes against each layer. New layers may be added; existing layers may be
deleted as well as rearranged within the layer window by using the associated buttons
available at top of layer window.
The cover material associated with the selected layer is displayed at the bottom of layer
window. By default, ‘custom’ material is selected. Users may select the material from the
given list associated for each selected layer.
Tip: The material will define the settings. To change settings when print
result is not good go to ‘Tools’ -> ‘Customize’ and edit setting of existing
material or add new one with other settings. User will need to select that
material in material window before printing.
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5.5.12 Rulers & Guidelines
The rulers are usually used to align elements in the design window at specific locations on
the object. Two types of rulers can be seen during designing i.e. horizontal ruler and vertical
ruler. The horizontal ruler is displayed at the top of the design and is used to align element
horizontally. On the other hand, a vertical ruler is displayed at the left side of the design and
is used to align elements vertically. The white area of the ruler corresponds to the allowable
area where elements may be placed, while the inactive grey areas indicate those parts of the
object where a user cannot insert any design element. The inactive grey area is either caused
by print margins, or if a part of the object is not supported by the printer table. Section 5.5.3
and section 5.5.5 may be referred for more information about parts of printing and printing
margins respectively.
By default, the rulers are always displayed during designing. But one may show / hide rulers
using the settings tab in the available tools. The default selected unit for displaying
measurements on the rulers is millimetre (mm). A user may change the units to display
measurements on the rulers from the settings tab in the available tools. Section 5.8.1 of this
document may be referred for more information on how to show / hide rulers and how to
change the units for the rulers.
Guidelines for alignment are non-printable light blue colour lines, as shown in figure 45, that
may be used to align elements, corresponding to some specific measurement on the ruler.
To place a horizontal guideline, a user will have to click on the top ruler and drag the pointer
line on the design area to the required corresponding position of the vertical ruler, while
holding down the mouse button. Similarly, to place a vertical line, a user will have to click on
the left ruler, and drag the pointer line on the design area, to the required corresponding
position of the top ruler, while holding down the mouse button.
A user may add any number of such guidelines to a design as required. Similarly, to move
any guideline to some other location, a user may click and drag it to another required
location, by keep pressing the mouse button during dragging.
Figure 45: Rulers and Guidelines for Alignment
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5.5.13 Multiple jobs
When printing multiple books with different text it is possible to use the multiple jobs +
variable functions.
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Step 1, make a textbox and enter your text (example “name”). This text will be
changed by your custom text in date file later. Please make sure to make the
text box big enough to prevent incomplete or spilt text.
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Step 2: Make the text box variable by selecting Variable Text tool from the
toolbar or after right mouse click on the text box, then selecting the variable
checkbox appearing above the textbox to mark it for multiple values.
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Step 3: Save the design and then click on Make Database button in the
toolbar to create the CSV database file. The database will appear in a new tab
next to design window tab.
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Step 4: You can edit the database file in the PcTool software (go to step 5) or
another program like Excel. The database file will have the same name as the
design but with different extension. You can now edit the separate file
externally and save under same name and extension.
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Step 5: Use multiple lines. Use a new line for each word.
Example:
Name 1
Name 2
Name 3
….
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Step 6: Click on Multiple Prints at top of application. In this case select Print
variable design with option all variables or select specific variables like
described in the window. Finally click on Print button in the dialog box to
start printing.
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Step 7: The print process will start. Follow the instructions on screen and
replace the book after each print.
5.5.14 Design Zooming
User may zoom IN or zoom OUT within the design window using either the slider or the
associated plus and minus buttons respectively provided at the bottom right side of the
application as shown in the following figure 46. Use also the Shift+mouse scroll to zoom IN or
OUT.
Figure 46: Zoom Slider & Buttons
5.6 Open Design
To reopen a design, click on Open option from the menu items provided at the top of the
application window. A dialog box will appear to select the design file to be opened.
UniFoilPrinter design files will have file extension .upf.
5.7 Print Design
To print any saved design, the subject design must be opened in the application. To print the
design, click on the Print button from the menu items provided at the top of the application
window. Similarly, a new design may also be printed soon after completion of designing by
clicking on the Print button without closing the design.
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Follow the instructions carefully to achieve perfect printing results.
To print multiple copies of the same design, use Multiple Prints button instead of using Print
button. Similarly, to have different prints for the same design by replacing multiple values for
the text in text boxes, use variable design option of multiple prints. Section 5.5.13 of this
manual may be referred for more information in this regard.
5.8 Tools
In addition to designing, multiple tools have also been provided in UniFoilPrinter PC Tool.
These additional tools are related to different settings, checking updates, requesting for
service, calibrating UniFoilPrinter, creating and managing templates etc. A brief overview of
these additional tools is provided here for reference.
5.8.1 Settings
The settings tab in tools shown in figure 47 deals with customizing the application based on
user selected settings.
Figure 47: Application Settings Tab in Available Tools
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Changing Units
This setting deals with the units to be used on the ruler when it is displayed
during the creation / editing designs. Its default value is millimetre (mm).
Figure 48: Units Setting for Rulers in Tools
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Switching Display of Ruler to On / Off
This setting deals with the display of the ruler. A user may set it to on state if the
ruler is required to be displayed; otherwise it is set to off state. Its default value is
on.
Figure 49: Ruler Display Setting in Tools
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Snapping On / Off
This setting deals with enabling or disabling the functionality of snapping of
objects against the construction lines. Its default value is on.
Figure 50: Snap Setting in Tools
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Automatic Search for Updates
This setting deals with enabling or disabling automatic search for updates. Its
default value is on.
Figure 51: Setting in Tools for Automatic Search for Updates
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Enable All Messages
This setting is used to enable all UniFoilPrinter messages. The subject messages
may become disabled if the user selects the option stating “Don’t display this
message again” in the displayed messages. By default all messages are enabled.
Figure 52: Setting in Tools to Enable All UniFoilPrinter Messages
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Printing Parameters
This setting is used to customize the parameters associated with printing. It is the
one of the most essential functions in the software giving users the possibility to
adjust settings for foil custom materials.
Figure 53: Setting in Tools to Customize Printing Parameters
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The dialog box like the one shown in figure 54 is displayed on clicking the Customize
button. This dialog box contains settings for different printing parameters for each type of
supported foil. The parameters include torque, burn time and printing speed for both sides
of the cover as well as for spine of the cover to be used for printing.
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Torque value can be from 0 to 240 inclusive. Increasing the torque will cause
more pressure on the printing material. When the Torque is too high the printing
material can be damaged leaving indentations, too low can cause an incomplete
print.
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Burn time value may be from 300 to 2500 inclusive. The foil needs heat to stick
to a material. As higher the burn time as more heat goes to the foil. When the
heat is to high the foil will break and shine no more. Too low will result in an
incomplete print.
This setting is to be adjusted when the torque setting is maximal for your material
without leaving indentations.
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Printing speed can be from 5 to 25. The value of printing speed is converted to
actual speed in such way that for example a value of 25 will provide a speed of 2.5
cm / second.
It is advised to keep the speed around 10 and adjust other settings first. You can
adjust printing speed when burn time is maximal but there is still not enough
‘heat’ to make the foil transfer on material. Increasing print speed will also
increase burn time.
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Motor speed, this setting adjusts the speed for winding up the foil. If the speed is
high, the tension will be higher.
This setting needs to be adjusted when the foil starts wrinkling under the
printhead for custom material. Usually a combination of 10 for print speed and 30
for motor speed is fine.
The default recommended value for these settings depends on the type of cover-material.
Section 9.3 may be referred for further details in this regard.
Figure 54: Settings for Printing Parameters
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Transportation
This setting is used to move the head to preset position suitable for transporting
the UniFoilPrinter to a different location. This preset position is safe location, the
locking tool must be mount for transportation.
Figure 55: Setting in Tools for Transportation
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Text Auto Resize
When “on” is selected, the textboxes will automatically resize depending on the
content. The font size can be adjusted and the textbox size will modify itself.
Figure 56: Setting in Tools for Text Auto Resize
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Smart Temperature Control
When Smart Temp Control (SMT) is “On”, then automatic temperature
adjustment in printhead is used during printing. Otherwise the feature is not
used. By default, this setting is off. The setting is not shown if the connected
hardware does not support this feature (below version 2.14).
The smart temp control can improve temperature spreading in the printhead
making possible to print large and complex images without burning the foil.
Figure 57: Settings in Tools for Smart Temperature Control
5.8.2 Unibind Products
This option opens the Unibind website in system default browser. The designated website
displays the needful information for users regarding all Unibind products. Contact your local
distributer for questions or orders of materials.
5.8.3 Check for Updates
This tool is used to check the availability of new software and firmware updates from the
designated server. It may also be used to update firmware or software on user selection by
downloading the updates from the server.
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The associated printing device must be connected with the system before checking for
updates as well as before updating firmware. The system must also be connected to the
designated server through internet connection / network connection for checking and
getting the updates from the server.
Figure 58: Tools to Check for Updates
If the associated printing device is not connected during checking of updates, then a
warning message will prompt the user to connect the printer with the system as shown in
figure 59.
Figure 59: Warning Message if Printer Not Connected
Similarly, if the system is offline i.e. not connected to the server, then another warning
message will appear asking user to connect with the server as shown in figure 60. Try to
check for updates later.
Figure 60: Warning Message If Not Connected With Server
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When Search button is clicked by the user, the application connects with the designated
server to check the availability of any new software & firmware updates. The progress bar
displays the percentage completion of request for checking updates. The same progress bar
also displays percentage completion while updating the firmware or software.
A user may click on Update printer firmware to get the updated firmware from the server
and install it on the UniFoilPrinter. This button will only become enabled if a new firmware
update was found on the server.
Similarly, the user may also click on Update UniFoilPrinter PC Tool to update the currently
executing version of the UniFoilPrinter software application. This button will only become
enabled, if a new software update was found on the server.
The current and new versions for firmware and software versions, if available, will be
displayed next to the respective buttons used to update them.
5.8.4 Request for Service
If the software or hardware is not functioning, a user may use this tool to send a request for
service. A user will be required to fill out all the required details in the given fields of the form
shown in figure 61, in order to fulfil the initial requirements for sending a request for service.
After filling in all the fields, the request will be sent, when the user clicks on Send button.
Please note that the system must be connected with the printer to get its information as
well as with the internet in order to send such requests.
If it was not possible to send the request, please contact our local distributer and provide all
information asked in the software including images or video file of the issue to provide to
technical support.
Figure 61: Tools Used to Send Request for Service
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5.8.5 Testing and Calibration
Calibration is a process during which the hardware prepares itself and corrects its internal
processing errors related to positioning its printer head for accurate printing on covers.
Follow the instructions on screen to perform calibration and its associated testing.
The calibration is not used to solve misalignment issues and position less as 3mm
comparing to position of the object on the screen.
Figure 62: Calibration Start Screen
Please note that it is required to use a basic Unibind cover or sheet of
paper with minimum dimensions of 150x150 mm and place it properly
in the corner like shown in the image.
To test the pressure sensor, use the ‘Torque Sensor Test’ tab. Follow the instructions given on
screen carefully. If the values given in the instructions are different from what you read with
software, please go to troubleshooting section.
5.8.6 Manage Templates
The user created templates may be managed by the user as required through Manage
Templates tab in the tools shown in figure 63. User Templates button may be used to see
only the user created templates. Otherwise All button may be clicked to see a total available
collection of both user and system templates. There are two options to manage any user
template i.e. a template may be deleted or edited by clicking on
option or
option
respectively on the corresponding template to be managed. These two options are disabled
for system templates.
New templates may be created by the user using Create New Template option. Section
5.8.6.1 may be referred for further information regard creation of new templates. Similarly,
the templates may be imported or exported. Section 5.8.6.2 may be referred to know about
available options regarding import and export of templates.
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Figure 63: Screen for Managing Templates
5.8.6.1 Create New Template
A user may create new templates based on custom dimensions. Most common Unibind
products are implemented as templates with product names in the UniFoilPrinter PC Tool. If
a Unibind product is not implemented you’ll need to create a new template for that product
or check for update. Go to section 5.8.3 to read more about updating the UniFoilPrinter PC
Tool.
New templates must be based on a printable object. The measurements to be taken are
described in this section.
When Create new template tab is clicked, a warning message will appear as shown in figure
64 reminding the user of the severity if values entered for the object is not correct:
Figure 64: Warning Message at Start of Creating New Template
Only click the Continue button if you are sure about the values you are about to type in.
Faulty to do so can cause severe damage!
The maximal dimensions of the template is 430x304 mm. The actual object however, can be
bigger. But the actual printed area is not bigger as 410x280 mm.
Select the type of cover for the new template from the given options and then click on Next
button.
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Figure 65: Screen for Selecting Type of New Template
Now insert dimensions for the new template in appropriate fields shown in figure 66. The
value of the dimensions deals with the height, width, thickness etc. of the object to be used
with the new template being created. Dimensions are by default entered in mm or inches
according to the selection in settings described in section 5.8.1.
Enter only exact dimensions of the given print object. If the entered dimensions are not
supported by the UniFoilPrinter, appropriate warning messages will appear. If the typed in
dimensions are correct, then the desired template is not supported by the UniFoilPrinter,
either because the dimensions are too large or too small. Appendix section 9.2 may be
referred for further information regarding supported template dimension.
If a typing error caused the warning message, the value can be corrected. After filling all
values, click on Next button to continue.
Figure 66: Screen for Inserting Dimensions of New Template
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In case of creation of template type 1b, an additional screen to get measurements related to
window on the cover will appear.
Figure 67: Screen for Inserting Dimensions of Window in New Template
In the next screen shown in figure 68, the user will be required to provide a unique name to
the new template. Please note that the names of UniFoilPrinter existing templates cannot
be used for the new template. Click on Save button to create the new template.
Figure 68: Screen for Selecting Material, Softness and Name of New Template
After successful creation of new template, a message will appear asking user to make a new
design based on this newly created template. A user may continue as per his/her wish.
5.8.6.2 Import/ Export templates
With Import / Export buttons, it is possible to exchange templates. Use Export button to save
the selected template as a .upt file. Use Import to load a template from a .upt file available
at a location of choice. To export all user templates, Export All button may be used.
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5.8.7 Service Menu
The service menu is used to check the auto status and printer statistics. Auto status consists
of fields indicating status within UniFoilPrinter firmware. On the other hand, printer statistics
deals with the performance and counters related to different hardware activities.
Figure 69: Service Menu in Tools
5.8.8 About UniFoilPrinter
This option in the tools is used to check the version numbers of the software application as
well as firmware. This screen also displays the unique ID of the connected UniFoilPrinter
hardware.
Figure 70: About UniFoilPrinter
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5.8.9 Getting Help
The help option opens a tab containing information more specifically related to the software
portion of this user guide.
Figure 71: Built-In Software Help
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5.9 Uninstall
UniFoilPrinter PC Tool may be uninstalled by using one of the different options described
below.
5.9.1 Uninstall Using Start Menu
To uninstall the software application, go to All Programs in the Start Menu followed by
UniFoilPrinter PC Tool subfolder and select the option Uninstall UniFoilPrinter PC Tool as
shown in figure 72. Follow the instruction on the screen to complete the uninstallation
process.
Figure 72: Uninstall Option in Start Menu
5.9.2 Uninstallation Using Control Panel
To uninstall the software application, go to the Programs and Features within the control
panel to see the list of installed programs. Select UniFoilPrinter PC Tool from the list of
installed programs as shown in figure 73. Then either select Uninstall from the menu options
displayed above the list of programs or right click on UniFoilPrinter PC Tool & then select
Uninstall from the menu to uninstall the software application. Follow the instruction on the
screen to complete the uninstall process.
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Figure 73: Uninstall Options in Control Panel
5.9.3 Uninstallation Using Installation Setup
Start setup.exe using the installation source media that was used to install the software.
Select Remove UniFoilPrinter PC Tool from the given options as shown in figure 74 and then
click on Finish button. Follow the instruction on the screen to complete the uninstall
process.
Figure 74: Uninstall Option in Software Installation Setup
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6 TROUBLESHOOTING
6.1 Troubleshooting Bad Print Result
Tip: Scan the QR code to get access to the
demonstrational video
a.
Is the foil installed and spinning correctly? Is the foil tensed properly? If not, wind the
foil manually till it is straight and tensed.
b. Are you using correct settings? Check selected material. If selected correct go to
‘Settings’ -> ‘customize’ and check parameters.
c.
Are you using correct support material?
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Black foam pad on top for hard covers
•
Polycarbonate sheet on top for soft covers
d. Clean covers + bars + printhead with isopropyl alcohol or our cleaning wipes (item
SPUP0000138)
e.
Try to print with other foil. If another foil color prints better with same settings on
same material contact your local dealer to request a foil change.
f.
Increase the temperature of the medium for better result. Keep the medium on
room temperature. Some materials needs to be heated to get better print result. A
heat press can be a solution.
g. Contact your responsible or our distributer including video of the issue (or a clear
problem description) and serial number of the machine.
6.2 Troubleshooting – Foil Is Not Spinning
Tip: Scan the QR code to get access to the
demonstrational video
a.
Check foil holders for broken metal rings. There must be no extra metal rings
between printer and foil coil.
b. Is the foil installed and spinning correctly? Is the foil tensed properly? If not, wind the
foil manually till it is straight and tensed.
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c.
Are you using correct settings? Check selected material. If selected correct go to
‘Settings’ -> ‘customize’ and check parameters.
d. Check ring surface is clean and straight. Inspect for splinters and remove.
e.
Add paper ring on right side (item SPUP0000142)
f.
Try to print with other foil. If another foil color prints better with same settings on
same material contact your local dealer to request a foil change.
g. Contact your responsible or our distributer including video of the issue or problem
description and serial number.
6.3 Troubleshooting – Errors
6.3.1 No communication with the printer error/printer not connected
a.
Close the software and do a power cycle by disconnecting and connecting back the
power supply
b. Change USB cable or try other USB port. The USB communication library file known
as winusb.dll is required by the UniFoilPrinter PC Tool application. The subject DLL is
usually generated and installed during initial installation of Windows USB driver
framework when the associated USB hardware device is connected with the system
for the first time. It is usually found in “System32” folder on 32-bit operating systems
or in “SysWOW64” folder on 64-bit operating systems. These folders are usually
located at the main windows installation folder. For example, if the main windows
installation drive is “C:”, then the path for main windows installation folder will be
“C:\Windows” on some architectures or “C:\WINNT” on some architectures of the
Windows operating system.
c.
Check whether any other application is currently connected with the UniFoilPrinter.
Only a single instance of any application at a time can get connected with the
UniFoilPrinter. Close all other instances of UniFoilPrinter PC Tool application and any
other application that might be accessing UniFoilPrinter. Then retry to communicate
with UniFoilPrinter through UniFoilPrinter PC Tool application.
d. Reinstall software. Pay attention for driver installation during the process.
e.
Is the computer connected to power supply with grounding? If not, connect your
computer to proper power supply.
6.3.2 Printer is damaged error
a.
Is the lock tool removed?
b. Inspect the movements of the printer after connecting to power supply. Inspect the
sensors and cables.
c.
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6.3.3 Head error
a.
Remove the foil and press the head up manually 5 – 10 times till the end to loose the
mechanism inside.
b. Check torque via software. Go to ‘Tools’ -> ‘Testing and Calibration’ -> ‘Read Torque’.
Follow the instructions there.
c.
Check for play in the pressure mechanism. Are there parts feeling loose?
6.3.4 Dots damaged error
a.
Clean printhead with isopropyl alcohol or our cleaning wipes. Close the application
and do a power cycle by disconnecting and connecting to power supply. Retry
printing.
b. Contact your responsible or our distributer including video of the issue or problem
description and serial number.
6.3.5 Font with missing style during designing error
If a selected style is not available on selection of a particular font during designing, then the
user will be indicated about it with an error message and reverted back to the previous font
settings where the selected font was compatible with the selected style.
6.3.6 Driver installation
It is possible that in software versions 1.0.0.63 and 1.0.2.0 The driver installation will be
unsuccessful on windows 8 and 10 operating systems. Therefore O.S. will not see the
connected printer. You can check connection in Tools -> About UniFoilPrinter.
To install the driver correctly follow the steps (step by step instructions on how to install the
driver on Windows 10 can be found in download folder of the software):
Remove the software version, go to PC Settings -> Update & security -> Recovery -> in
advanced startup click ‘Restart now’ -> Troubleshooting -> Advanced options -> Startup
settings -> Restart -> F7 (disable driver signature enforcement)-> Install the software and pay
attention to driver installation window.
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7 SHIPPING AND TRANSPORTATION
Tip: Scan the QR code to get access to the
demonstrational video
When shipping machine for repair or transporting to another location we advise to always
use original box and lock the head with head locking tool.
Contact your local distributor for support and shipping information if the machine is shipped
for repair.
1.
Go to Settings -> Move to transport (attention, the head will start to move!)
2.
Remove USB and power cables within 30 seconds.
3.
Connect the locking tool firmly with 4 screws supplied
4.
Place the machine in the original box or use a custom hard box
5. Optional: add instructions for technician if you are shipping for repair. Samples with
bad print result and explanation can help to find the issue faster.
6. Make sure the box is fastened firmly with straps or very strong tape
Figure 75: Attach the locking tool and add cardboard supports
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8 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs)
Q1.
How to install the associated USB communication drivers for using UniFoilPrinter?
Ans. Driver will be automatically installed during software installation. Please note that for
some software versions you’ll need to switch off the driver signature enforcement (see
troubleshooting section).
Q2.
How to create a new design in UniFoilPrinter PC Tool?
Ans. Section 5.5 of this manual may be referred for details regarding creating a new design
based on the templates supported by UniFoilPrinter PC Tool.
Q3.
What is the lifetime of the printhead?
Ans. The lifetime is about 20km of ribbon (not hours but meters of ribbon). However, this
highly depending on the usage of the printhead. 1 example, if you always print without
ribbon, the lifetime is only 1km.
Q4.
How to maintain the UniFoilPrinter?
Ans. It is important to clean the printhead and metal bars with our cleaning wipes item
SPUP0000138 on regular basis. After few years of use grease the spindle with item
SPUP0000122 and check for loose parts. You may also need new underlay foam pad
item SPUP0000046 and new acrylic plate item SPUP0000130. Contact your
distributor to request these items or request a service check up and repair.
Q5.
How can I find settings to print on mine material?
Ans. To change settings, go to Tools->Customize and change settings for existing material or
make a new material. After saving the settings go back to your design and select that
material. By changing Burn Time, Torque and different foil types, you’ll be able to find
perfect settings.
Q6.
Mine printer is damaged, what can I do?
Ans. First go trough troubleshooting section of this manual. If the given options were
unseccesfull, contact your local distributor or responsible with serial number of the
printer, clear problem description and pictures or video showing the issue.
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9 APPENDICES
9.1 List of Keyboard Shortcuts
Table 1: Keyboard Shortcuts
KEYBOARD
SHORTCUTS
Backspace
DESCRIPTION
To delete the character before the cursor in the selected text box
Ctrl + A
To select all text in the currently selected text box, if text editing is active
To select all design elements on the currently active layer, if text editing is
not active
Ctrl + B
To make the characters bold / unbold in the selected text box
Ctrl + C
To copy the selected text / design element to the clipboard
Ctrl + E
To center align the selected lines of text in the selected text box
Ctrl + I
To make the characters italic / unitalic in the selected text box
Ctrl + L
To left align the selected lines of text in the selected text box
Ctrl + N
To create a new UniFoilPrinter design
Ctrl + O
To open an existing UniFoilPrinter design
Ctrl + P
To print currently active UniFoilPrinter design
Ctrl + R
To right align the selected lines of text in the selected text box
Ctrl + S
To save currently active UniFoilPrinter design
Ctrl + Shift + P
To open multi-print dialog box for currently active UniFoilPrinter design
Ctrl + T
To open tools
Ctrl + U
To make the characters underline / non-underline in the selected text
box
Ctrl + V
To paste the copied / cut text / design element from the clipboard
Ctrl + X
To cut the selected text / design element to the clipboard
Ctrl + Z
To undo last performed action
Delete
To delete the character after cursor in the selected text box, if text editing
is active
To delete the selected elements in the active print area, if text editing is
not active or the selected element is not a text box
If no element is selected, then delete the selected print area
Down Arrow (↓)
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KEYBOARD
SHORTCUTS
DESCRIPTION
editing is active
To move down the selected element / selected print area, if text editing is
not active
End
To move the cursor at end of current line in the selected text box
Enter
To add a new line of text in the selected text box
Home
To move the cursor at start of current line in the selected text box
Left Arrow (←)
To move the cursor left in the selected text box, if text editing is active
To move left the selected element / selected print area, if text editing is
not active
Minus (-)
To zoom out a single step (Works only if no element in the design area is
selected)
Plus (+)
To zoom in a single step (Works only if no element in the design area is
selected)
Right Arrow (→)
To move the cursor right in the selected text box, if text editing is active
To move right the selected element / selected print area, if text editing is
not active
Shift + Down
Arrow (↓)
Select text from current cursor location till same location in lower line in
the selected text box
Shift + End
Select text from current cursor location till end of line in the selected text
box
Shift + Home
Select text from current cursor location till start of line in the selected text
box
Shift
+
Arrow (←)
Left
Shift +
Arrow (→)
Right
Select character at left of cursor in the selected text box
Select character at right of cursor in the selected text box
Shift + Up Arrow
(↑)
Select text from current cursor location till same location in upper line in
the selected text box
Up Arrow (↑)
To move the cursor on the upper line in the selected text box, if text
editing is active
To move up the selected element / selected print area, if text editing is
not active
Shift +
scroll
mouse
Zoom IN or OUT
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9.2 Supported Template Dimensions
Printer table dimensions: 400 mm x 350 mm
9.2.1 Type 1a and 1b
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a:
•
b, d: max. printing
length 350 mm
•
c:
•
e:
mm
•
f:
•
e+f: max. 25 mm
up to 310 mm
5 mm – 36 mm
0.1 mm - max 25
max. 25 mm
Figure 76: Dimensions of Double Side Cover with Window
•
Page height cannot be larger than 350 mm.
•
Window cannot be wider or larger than the object.
•
Window cannot be placed outside the object.
If any of following checks is true, display error:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
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a <= 8
a > 304 and b + c + d > 430
b < 5 and c < 6 and d < 5
a > 600
b > 430 and d > 430
c > 430
a > 304 and (b > 304 or d > 304)
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10.
11.
12.
13.
14.
15.
g <= 0
h <= 0
h > (b + c + d)
i <= 0
(i + g) > a
J <= 0
(j + h) > (b + c + d)
9.2.2 Type 2a
•
a:
up to 304 mm
•
b:
max. printing length 430 mm
•
c:
0.1 mm - max 25 mm
Figure 77: Dimensions of Single Side Cover
Page height cannot be larger than 350 mm.
If any of following checks is true, display error:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
a <= 8
a > 304 and b > 430
b<5
b > 430
a > 304 and b > 304
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9.3 Built-in Printing Attributes for Materials and Foils
Table 2: Attributes for Gold, Silver, Red and Blue Foils
Torque
Aluminium
240
Burn
Time
1600
Print
Speed
10
Motor
Speed
30
Spine
Torque*
160
Graphite
240
1600
10
30
160
Quartz (Black Metallic)
240
1600
10
30
160
Azur (Blue Metallic)
240
1600
10
30
160
Ruby (Bordeaux Metallic)
225
2100
10
30
160
Gold (Metallic)
240
1600
10
30
160
Bordeaux
235
2200
10
30
160
Dark Green
235
2200
10
30
160
Dark Blue
235
2200
10
30
160
Black
235
2200
10
30
160
PU Coated Material
225
2050
10
30
160
Leather
225
2400
8
25
160
Matt
170
1700
10
30
160
Clear
160
1600
10
30
160
These are the default settings (4 standard colors) and can be customized if needed
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Table 3: Attributes for Black Foil
Torque
Aluminium
225
Burn
Time
2400
Graphite
225
2400
8
25
160
Quartz (Black Metallic)
225
2400
8
25
160
Azur (Blue Metallic)
225
2400
8
25
160
Ruby (Bordeaux Metallic)
225
2400
8
25
160
Gold (Metallic)
225
2400
8
25
160
Bordeaux
240
1650
10
30
160
Dark Green
240
1650
10
30
160
Dark Blue
240
1650
10
30
160
Black
240
1650
10
30
160
PU Coated Material
225
2400
8
25
160
Leather
225
2400
8
25
160
Matt
120
2500
10
30
160
Clear
160
1600
10
30
160
Speed
Motor
Speed
25
8
Spine
Torque*
160
These are the default settings (black foil) and can be customized if needed.
*Use the correct tooling for printing on the spine.
Table 4: Attributes for Gold and Silver OffsetSheet
Torque
Offset Sheet
200
Burn
Time
2300
Print
Speed
10
Motor
Speed
30
Spine
Torque*
160
This Foil is especially good for smooth plastic materials.
*Use the correct tooling for printing on the spine.
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9.4 Default Template Specifications
9.4.1 Preset Margins
Preset margins for all default and user templates are as follows:
•
Margins on all sides of hard covers: 19mm
•
Margins on all sides of soft covers: 8mm
•
Margins around windows: 5mm
9.4.2 Factory Set
Factory set comprise of following default templates:
9.4.2.1 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 15
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.2 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 40
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.3 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 60
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.4 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 80
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.5 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 80 Wrapped Window
Template Type
Material
: 1b
: Hard
9.4.2.6 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 100
Template Type
Material
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9.4.2.7 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 120
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.8 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 160
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.9 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 190
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.10 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 220
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.11 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 280
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.12 UniCover Hard A4 Portrait 340
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.13 UniCover Hard LS Portrait 15
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.14 UniCover Hard LS Portrait 40
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.15 UniCover Hard LS Portrait 60
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.16 UniCover Hard LS Portrait 80
Template Type
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Material
: Hard
9.4.2.17 UniCover Hard LS Portrait 80 Wrapped Window
Template Type
Material
: 1b
: Hard
9.4.2.18 UniCover Hard LS Portrait 100
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.19 UniCover Hard LS Portrait 120
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.20
: 1a
: Hard
UniCover Hard LS Portrait 160
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Hard
9.4.2.21 UniCover Hard LS Portrait 190
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.22
UniCover Hard LS Portrait 220
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.23
70
: 1a
: Hard
PhotoBook A4 Landscape
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.26
: 1a
: Hard
UniCover Hard LS Portrait 340
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.25
: 1a
: Hard
UniCover Hard LS Portrait 280
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.24
: 1a
: Hard
: 2a
: Hard
PhotoBook LS Landscape
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Template Type
Material
9.4.2.27
Certificate Cover A4 Portrait
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.28
: 1a
: Hard
Coverset Leatherette A4
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.30
: 1a
: Hard
Certificate Cover LS Portrait
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.29
: 2a
: Hard
: 2a
: Hard
Coverset Leatherette LS
Template Type
Material
: 2a
: Hard
9.4.2.31 UniCover Plus / Flex A4 Portrait 15
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.32
UniCover Plus / Flex / Soft A4 Portrait 40
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.33
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex A4 Portrait 100
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.36
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex / Soft A4 Portrait 80
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.35
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex / Soft A4 Portrait 60
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.34
: 1a
: Soft
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex A4 Portrait 120
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Template Type
Material
9.4.2.37
UniCover Plus / Flex A4 Portrait 160
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.38
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex A4 Portrait 340
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.40
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex A4 Portrait 220
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.39
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: Soft
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex LS Portrait 15
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Soft
9.4.2.41 UniCover Plus / Flex / Soft LS Portrait 40
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.42
UniCover Plus / Flex / Soft LS Portrait 60
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.43
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: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex LS Portrait 120
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.46
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex LS Portrait 100
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.45
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex / Soft LS Portrait 80
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.44
: 1a
: Soft
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex LS Portrait 160
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Material
9.4.2.47
UniCover Plus / Flex LS Portrait 220
Template Type
Material
9.4.2.48
: 1a
: Soft
: 1a
: Soft
UniCover Plus / Flex LS Portrait 340
Template Type
Material
: 1a
: Soft
9.5 What’s new
9.5.1 Version 1.0.0.63
Basic version working good on most computers with O.S. on Windows 7 and lower. For
installation on windows 8 and 10 you’ll need to install the software (driver) with turned off
driver signature enforcement.
9.5.2 Version 1.0.2.0
Solved front plate crashing when making small print area on top of the design with tiny
margins.
Added fonts preview
This version can give font related errors in non-English windows versions and when using
custom fonts. True type fonts are supported.
9.5.3 Version 1.1.0.0
Driver signature for windows 10.
Improved text management functionalities. Selecting text or a part of the text can now be
done with the Ctrl+A and Ctrl+left/right arrow keys. To select whole text for editing double
click on the text in text window.
Updated list of product names (eg.: UniCover Hard 80)
Improved interface with foil layer window, ensuring the easier creation of multi-colour
designs
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Possibility of moving objects to a specific location with coordinates
Realistic background for our standard products
Improved PDF import functionality
Improved text import functionality
Copy-paste improvements
More detailed error pop-up windows
Calibration and testing tool with clear "How To do It" explanations without password
authentication
Link to our official website to view and order related products
Smart Temp Control (SMT) for automatic temperature adjustment on the printhead,
ensuring better print results on larger or complex images where the foil might burn or result
in matt prints due to changing temperature levels. (This function might not be available for
older printers with firmware lower as 2.17)
Resolved bugs and additional functionalities for better usability
9.6 Parts and accessories list
In this section most frequently asked/needed parts are listed:
SPUP0000138 UniFoilPrinter printhead cleaning wipes
SPUP0000122 Grease for spindles
SPUP0000130 PC plate for soft materials 600x310mm
SPUP0000046 rubber/ silicone pad
UFPRELEC015 USB cable
UFPRELEC012 Power supply
SPUP0000142 Paper Ring
UFPR0000005 Empty Core 65mm
UFPR0000001 RIBBON UNIFOIL PRINTER RESIN SILVER
UFPR0000002 RIBBON UNIFOIL PRINTER RESIN GOLD
UFPR0000006 RIBBON UNIFOIL PRINTER RESIN BLACK
UFPR00000IG- Metal Gold Foil K200 (for paper)
UFPR0000003 RIBBON UNIFOIL PRINTER RESIN BLUE
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UFPR0000012 Ribbon UniFoilPrinter Silver for offset printed sheets
UFPR0000004 RIBBON UNIFOIL PRINTER RESIN RED
UFPR0000013 Ribbon UniFoilPrinter Gold for offset printed sheets
UFPR0000014 RIBBON UNIFOIL PRINTER RESIN WHITE
SPUP0000097 Locking Tool
SPUP0000028 Screw with cross head (for locking tool)
UFPRELEC017 Print Head
SUP0000140 Hexagonal tool set for UniFoilPrinter (for basic repair and check)
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