Help with PowerRIP output or installation
What is your return policy for software?
Key Options in PowerRIP
Installing PowerRIP in Windows
Generate Random User Code - Registration - Activation Code
Testing PowerRIP Connection to Epson Printer
Help with PowerRIP output or installation
Who do I call when I need help?
Ulano does not support computer programs like CorelDRAW, Illustrator, Photoshop or PowerRIP. We do support our Ulano brand inkjet films. You will receive the best support for PowerRIP when you go directly to the manufacturer, iProof Systems in Florida. The Ulano version of PowerRIP is calibrated for our Dye or Pigment inkjet films and lists the profile in the media choices.
If you are not satisfied with your PowerRIP product or service, Ulano will work for you, to help handle your problem with iProof Systems. The Ulano Edition of PowerRIP ScreenPrint is a customized version of iProof's PowerRIP SilkScreen. Ulano has worked with the programmers at iProof to calibrate the internal settings in PowerRIP for the best screen making opacity and halftone combination with standard EPSON inks. Once loaded, PowerRIP should act like any printer driver.
Your PowerRIP ScreenPrint CD and the Ulano web site contains the User Manual to help you print from popular applications, answer frequently asked questions and identify PostScript or system errors you may encounter.
iProof Systems support is available via phone, fax, mail, e-mail and the Internet.
Telephone support hours are 9AM to 5PM EST (Monday to Friday).
Telephone: 321-777-3982
Fax: 321-777-6025
For a prompt answer to questions you may have, use iProof's free e-mail support. support@iproofsystems.com
When calling or emailing for technical assistance, please identify yourself, your computer platform, operating system and printer model. Include a description of the problem you are encountering, so that a technical support representative can e-mail or respond to your question. Please include your product code or state you are using a demo.
Key
Options in PowerRIP
Paper Size: Choose a size
Print Quality: 1440 -4 times the dots as 720
Color Mode: Grayscale - not color
Paper Type: Ulano Pigment Inkjet Film - Photo - even
if you are just testing on paper
Print direction: Unidirectional - not bi-directional
What is your return policy for software?
We offer a FREE working version download of PowerRIP ScreenPrint with a watermark for screen printers to use before validating. If the software is validated, there is no way for us to reactivate the Product Code and resell it. This is why everyone should install a free trial version before validating.
An RMA (Return Merchandise Authorization) must be obtained from iProof Systems Technical Support Department before you return PowerRIP for a refund. The complete package must be returned, including all validations. All returns are subject to a 20% restocking fee.
I have several Macs and several printers, how many copies do I need to purchase?
One! PowerRIP functions as a server and is network ready. You can connect your computers via Ethernet and print to any supported network printer.
On an Apple network, all you do is share the PowerRIP printer driver. For Windows, you have to install the Client software on each computer you want to have acces to PowerRIP. If you mix Apple and Windows computers, you have to use a Windows computer as your PowerRIP server. All the drivers needed are included on the PowerRIP install disc.
Does Ulano PowerRIP run on printers connected by network (even on the trial version)?
Yes, all of the PowerRIP products work in a network environment. PowerRIP can be stand alone, or used as a RIP server. The inkjet printer must be shared over the network, as a network printer and connected users must be registered and have rights. This is the basic way it works for Windows and Apple networking.
PowerRIP does not assign the rights. The operating systems Windows or Apple), allows remote users to print to local printers.
What is PostScript and why do I need a PostScript RIP?
PostScript is a programming language designed for printing graphics and text.
A PostScript RIP (Raster Image Processor) converts the output from your application
into an image that will print on a non PostScript Epson printer for high quality edges and sharp, legible type.
Is PowerRIP user friendly?
Yes it is. iProof designed the options so they are intuitive. If you do not have time to read the manual, you can still use PowerRIP.
Will PowerRIP increase my printer speed?
Unfortunately, no. PowerRIP actually does more processing than a standard printer driver as it converts your Postscript output into language that the EPSON printer can understand. More ink will be deposited and at 1440 or 2880 dpi, that also takes longer. Many factors contribute to printing speed including the speed of your computer, amount of RAM in your computer,
Installing
PowerRIP ScreenPrint in Windows
You must first install the Epson drivers for your printer. PowerRIP uses the Epson drivers and they are critical to monitor ink levels and do head and nozzle maintenance.
As you install the Epson drivers, make note of the printer port your printer is attached. PowerRIP is very good at identifying where your printer is, but it is something you will need to confirm.
WindowsClick Start>Printers and Faxes
Right-click on the correct printer in the NAME column, then click Properties, then the Ports tab.
The Description column usually covers some of the Port Name, so you may have
to click on the 'separation bar' between the headings and drag the column
to the right.Write down the printer port for that printer and repeat this process with each printer you wish to install.
As with most computer programs, you will need to reboot to finish the process, so now is the time to save all your work and close all programs.
1. Insert the PowerRIP CD into a DVD or CD drive in your computer. Your operating
system should automaticly AutoRun the install program unless you have turned
off this function. If the splash screen menu does not appear, launch the "setup.exe"
application in the CD’s root folder.
Click View Installation Guide which requires Adobe Acrobat Reader. Print the document so you can review it during installation.
Connect Workstation to PowerRIP ScreenPrint Server
This option is used when connecting workstations to PowerRIP ScreenPrint remotely, as a client.
EXIT
Closes the PowerRIP installer program
Beware - At the end of the installation, you will have to reboot the computer for the printer and Postscript drivers to be recognized by the operating system . Please save any documents and close any programs before starting this installation, so you don't lose information.
1. Click Install/Remove/Repair This option installs the PowerRIP ScreenPrint program and all required files.
2.The Install Shield Wizard will start, Click NEXT
3.The License Agreement will be presented, review then click NEXT
4.The Customer Information dialog. Please enter a:
User Name
Company Name
PowerRIP 16 digit Serial Number (Product Code).
If you are installing the DEMO version for evaluation, please enter "EVALUATION" as the Serial Number.
5.
Select ComponentsSelect the printer drivers you wish to install. If you want to make .pdf or .tiff files, select them.
6. Select program folder
Leave it at the default setting.
7. PowerRIP will now install. This may take a few minutes depending on the speed of your system.
8. After PowerRIP is installed, you will be asked to install the printer drivers Select your printer (or Printers).
9. A dialog will notify you after each printer driver has been installed. Be patient.
10. You must select the port each printer is connected to. It could be USB001 or USB002, etc.
STOP if you do not know which port the printer is connected to.
11. All the files are installed. You will need to reboot the system for the drivers to be recognized by the operating system. The final window will ask you to click FINISHED before rebooting the system, remove the CD and REBOOT.
Setting
the Printer Driver After the system restarts
Setting the Printer Driver After the system restarts,
go to the printer folder (Start > Settings > Printers on Windows 2000 or
Start/Printers and Faxes in Windows XP)
1. Right Click on PowerRIP Output Queue 1
2. Select PROPERTIES
3. Select the ADVANCED tab
4. In the driver window, use the arrow (on the right side of the window)
to change the driver from PowerRIP Stylus driver to the Epson Stylus driver
for this port.
Click APPLY, then OK.
PowerRIP printer port drivers use MicroSoft’s generic USB and parallel code.
Selecting Epson’s own printer port driver can sometimes speed up communication
speeds over the generic port drivers from MicroSoft. This is especially
true on the Stylus 2200/2100 printers
Generate Random
User Code - Registration - Activation Code
To
register your copy of PowerRIP there is a two step process . It can be done
with your browser over the Internet or over the telephone during business
hours in Florida - where iProof Systems is located.
The Steps
1. You click Validate PowerRIP in the PowerRIP
Configure Menu
2. PowerRIP generates a random 6 digit User Code - Don't
close the dialog!
3. You go to to the iProof Systems web site and register your name, address
and Product Code.
4. The iProof web page gives you back a 9 digit Activation Code.
5. Copy and enter the 9 digit Activation Code in the empty
field in the Validation dialog.
6. No PowerRIP watermark in the image anymore!
If you want to move PowerRIP to another computer, or Upgrade, you should De-Activate your copy in the Configure menu.
Apple Remove Validation Procedure
Alas, if you are an Apple user, there is NO "remove validation function"
in the Apple versions of PowerRIP. Past Apple customers wanted a permanent
activation, so that's the way they do it. They will be happy to add an Activation
for Apple versions but, it has to be done by hand. You have to send an eMail
to support@iproofsystems.com
requesting another Activation - along with your Product Code, the name and address that you used for registration.
To register over the Internet, open your browser now and go to: www.iproofsystems.com/activation/
Start
PowerRIP
Click START > Programs > PowerRIP ScreenPrint
Under the Configure menu click Validate PowerRIP
Generate Random Unique User Code
The
PowerRIP Server Validation dialog box will display a User Code
that is randomly generated by PowerRIP and an empty field where you will
enter the Activation Code you get back from iProof over
the Internet. User codes are programmed to change randomly.
Leave this dialog open, so the user code does not
change while you are registering.
Name and Address Registration
Fill in the registration form, click SUBMIT FORM
Select Ulano Product and Click Validate
Ulano PowerRIP ScreenPrint Apple users: Don't be
distracted by the PowerRIP X above the Ulano section.
Select the ScreenPrint product, and click VALIDATE.
Enter Product Code and User Code
Type in your 16 digit Product Code (all caps), and the
random 6 digit User Code generated when you started
to validate.
click SUBMIT to move the next screen.
Take Activation Code Back To PowerRIP
You will be presented with a new window and an Activation Code.
Copy it, so you can paste it.
Go back to the PowerRIP Server Validation window and enter
the Activation Code in the open field.
ALL codes are CASE sensitive.
Do not click "SUBMIT" more than one time.
Click OK
Your watermark will go away.
Testing
PowerRIP ScreenPrint Connection to Printer
PowerRIP
has a test image called train.ps installed that
you can use to test if PowerRIP is connected correctly to you printer.
1. Start PowerRIP ScreenPrint
Go to START > Programs > PowerRIP ScreenPrint double click on PowerRIP ScreenPrint
2. Put a piece of scrap photocopy paper in the printer to save money by
not printing on film. Remember, When you print on test
paper, you still have to use the Ulano Pigment Inkjet film setting.
3. Under the File menu, click POSTSCRIPT FILE. The standard
Windows Open dialog will display. You should be in the C:\PowerRIP ScreenPrint
-folder.
If not, move to it and highlight TRAIN.PS and click open.
4.The configure output window will display. Make sure the correct printer
and printer port is selected.
Click OK The file will process and print.
If it doesn't print, you know PowerRIP is not directing output to the right port.
To print from applications, please refer to the documentation in the Start/Programs/PowerRIP
ScreenPrint/Documentation.
PowerRIP ScreenPrint Connection to Printer
The Printer Entity (or print-queue) is the actual printer name you will print to. This print queue is the PostScript driver part of the work flow. To configure where the PostScript files will be deposited (and other settings), we use the “Configure Printer Entities Dialog”
Where
do I find the Printer settings?
PowerRIP provides the Windows PostScript driver, with a PPD (PostScript Printer Description). The PPD is a text tile that the Windows PostScript driver uses to set the options desited, when it receives print data from CorelDRAW, Screenprint Separator, llustrator, Quark or other applications and "creates" PostScript files to be processed and printed by the PowerRIP ScreenPrint program.
Detailed explanations follow on printer options and the chart at the far right shows four basic print settings you can use. Choose Print > go to Properties and then Advanced. This Printer Features screen shot is setup to make film positives and instead of a stochastic screen a halftone screen ruling is set by the application. Graphics Set Print Quality (Resolution) selection depends on the desired print quality. Normal is 720 dpi for rulings below 90 lines per inch, select higher resolutions of 1440, when printing finer screen rulings (90 lpi up), for better halftone dot shape.
Printer Options Set Color Mode
"Grayscale" for film positives sent from Corel, Illustrator, Quark, or use
“CMYK” for color proofs or separations made in the RIP. Set Halftone Mode
Press Target assigns a profile to separate RGB colors into CMYK. SilkScreen
uses SWOP/Max Black with GCR.
Set Paper Type
Don't worry that it asks for a paper choice. Choose your type of Ulano Inkjet
Film and Photo
Opacity
3.0 density
UV light only
Printing Using Stochastic or Halftone Screening
PowerRIP ScreenPrint supports stochastic and halftone screening technologies. Stochastic screening, the default for PowerRIP ScreenPrint, is basic to all PoweRIP software. Halftone screening starts at 30 line per inch (lpi) and goes to 150 lpi on the Stylus Color 3000. The back side ofthe Quick Start gives you a general overview of how to do four basic print setups of the Properties/Advanced printing options for screening, resolution, and media type of paper or film positives to generate output for proofs or film.
How can I calibrate for a different film.
DENSITY
system32 install error
?? Possible Dell .exe patch that unlocks system32 folder until the next bootApple OX versions before Tiger (10.4)
You have to turn on your printer before booting the computer. It doesn't see USB printers plugged in after booting.
7800 installs need 9800 drivers
How the work flows through PowerRIP
USB ports
Remove driver, then re-install
Apple
Turn on printer BEFORE boot an Apple.
Apple OSX 10.4 can sense the printer.
color for photos and proofs
Apple version
Macs with OSX 10.3 and 10.4 can print to a shared Windows printer
Set your choices in the Illustration program
What is COPS on an apple
Choose the printer driver:
EPSON stock driver for head cleaning and nozzle checks
PowerRIP Print Que
PowerRIP driver
How to make a printer default
Windows
Apple
What is validation?
What is nesting?
New 1400??
I'm having trouble printing a job
Where can I learn that stuff?
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