Rimage RAS26E Professional 3400/ Professional 5400N User Manual 2001431 A 3400 5400N UG indd
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Rimage Professional™ 3400 and 5400N
User Guide
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America)
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63128 Dietzenbach
Germany
Tel: +49-(0) 6074-8521-0
Fax: +49-(0) 6074-8521-100
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Contents
Introduc on .......................................................................................................................................5
About this User Guide .............................................................................................................................................................. 5
About the Professional 3400 and 5400N ................................................................................................................................. 5
Accessory Kit ............................................................................................................................................................................ 6
Unpacking and Setup Instruc ons ........................................................................................................................................... 6
Important Informa on .......................................................................................................................7
Support Informa on ................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Learn More Online ................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Technical Support .................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Op cal Disc Recording So ware Disclaimer ............................................................................................................................ 8
Safety and Compliance Informa on ........................................................................................................................................ 8
Safety Precau ons ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Country-specifi c Cau ons and Warnings for Wideband Data Transmission Systems: 2400-2483.5 MHz ................................................. 9
Compliance Informa on ............................................................................................................................................................................ 9
Professional 3400 and 5400N Specifi ca ons ......................................................................................................................... 10
Everest 400 Printer Specifi ca ons .......................................................................................................................................... 12
Printer Requirements ....................................................................................................................... 13
Ribbon Requirements ............................................................................................................................................................ 13
Everest 400 Ribbons ................................................................................................................................................................................ 13
Label Design Requirements ................................................................................................................................................... 14
Print Requirements ................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Iden fy the Parts of the Professional 3400 and 5400N ......................................................................15
Front View .............................................................................................................................................................................. 15
Back View ............................................................................................................................................................................... 16
3400 ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
5400N ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 16
Parts Informa on ................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Control Panel ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Control Panel Indicators ......................................................................................................................................................................... 17
PC Power Bu on ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Disc Dispenser ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Operate the Professional 3400 and 5400N System ............................................................................ 19
Power On the System ............................................................................................................................................................. 19
Power Off the System ............................................................................................................................................................ 19
Pause the System ................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Load the Discs ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20
Unload the Discs .................................................................................................................................................................... 20
Place a Disc on the Printer Tray ............................................................................................................................................. 21
Place a Disc on the Recorder Tray .......................................................................................................................................... 21
Set Your Prin ng Preferences on a Windows PC ................................................................................23
Access Prin ng Preferences .................................................................................................................................................................... 23
Access Prin ng Preferences through the Windows Start Menu .................................................................................................................................... 23
Access Printer Preferences through CD Designer .......................................................................................................................................................... 23
Access Printer Preferences for Prin ng PDF Files........................................................................................................................................................... 23
Set the Media Type, Media Size, Orienta on and Ribbon Type ............................................................................................................. 24
Set the Print Quality, Color Matching and Image Adjustments .............................................................................................................. 24
Set the Printable Area ............................................................................................................................................................................. 24
Adjust the Print Alignment and Color Density ........................................................................................................................................ 25
Check the Ribbon Remaining ................................................................................................................................................. 25
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Change the Print and Retransfer Ribbons .......................................................................................... 27
Change the Print Ribbon ........................................................................................................................................................ 27
Remove the Print Ribbon ........................................................................................................................................................................ 27
Install the Print Ribbon ............................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Change the Retransfer Ribbon ............................................................................................................................................... 30
Remove the Retransfer Ribbon................................................................................................................................................................ 31
Install the Retransfer Ribbon ................................................................................................................................................................... 32
Maintain the 3400 and 5400N .......................................................................................................... 35
Overview ...................................................................................................................... .......................................................... 35
Cau onary Informa on ......................................................................................................................................................... 35
Preventa ve Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................................... 35
Preventa ve Maintenance Schedule ....................................................................................................................................................... 36
Clean the Everest 400 Printer ................................................................................................................................................ 37
Clean the Print Head ............................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Clean the Tacky Rollers ............................................................................................................................................................................ 38
Operate Gemini U li es ................................................................................................................... 41
Start Gemini U li es .............................................................................................................................................................. 41
Change the Autoloader Display Name ................................................................................................................................... 41
Enable the Beeper ................................................................................................................................................................. 41
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Introduc on
This manual provides the informa on needed to confi gure, operate, and maintain the Rimage Professional™ 3400 and
5400N systems. The terms ‘system’ and ‘autoloader’ may be used throughout this manual to refer to both the 3400 and the
5400N; any diff erences between the 3400 and 5400N are noted. The term ‘printer’ is use to refer to the integrated Everest
400 printer.
For technical informa on, refer to the Professional 3400 and 5400N Specifi ca ons sec on on page 10 of this manual or the
Rimage Professional 3400 and 5400N Specifi ca on document found at www.rimage.com/support. From the Support menu
select: Professional Series > Product Name > User Manuals tab.
Note: Your Professional 3400 or 5400N system may not look exactly like the model featured in this user guide.
About this User Guide
• While we try to maintain all versions of our manuals and documenta ons, please note that the English version found on
our web site always contains the most up-to-date informa on.
• Unless otherwise indicated, all Windows naviga on statements are Windows XP paths. Other Windows opera ng
system naviga on may diff er slightly.
• These symbols are used throughout the manual to help clarify informa on:
Note: A Note provides supplemental informa on or informa on that may apply only in special cases. For example,
memory limita ons, equipment confi gura ons, or details that apply to specifi c versions of a program would be
included in a Note.
Tip: A Tip provides techniques and procedures to help with your specifi c needs. A Tip suggests alterna ve methods
that may not be obvious and helps you understand the benefi ts and capabili es of the product.
Important! An Important note provides informa on essen al to the comple on of a task. You can disregard
informa on in a Note or Tip and s ll complete a task, but do not disregard an Important note.
Cau on: A Cau on indicates that failure to observe this guideline could result in loss or damage to the equipment,
product, so ware, or data.
Warning! A Warning indicates that failure to follow this guideline could result in bodily injury to personnel
opera ng or maintaining the equipment.
About the Professional 3400 and 5400N
The 3400 and 5400N are part of the Rimage Professional series of products. The 3400 system consists of the 3400
autoloader and an integrated Everest 400 printer. The 5400N systems consists of the 5400N autoloader, an integrated
Everest 400 printer, and an embedded control center (PC). Informa on about the integrated Everest 400 printer is included
in this user guide.
An external PC must be used with the non-embedded 3400 system. The external PC does not ship with a non-embedded
system; you must provide a PC to be used as the external control center. Refer the Professional 3400 and 5400N
Specifi ca ons sec on on page 10 for the minimum PC requirements for the 3400.
The embedded PC in the 5400N is a network-ready device that receives orders from other networked computers. You can
also operate the autoloader remotely by using Microso Remote Desktop Connec on or Rimage WebRSM or locally by
a aching a monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
For informa on about se ng up and submi ng orders from a networked PC, refer to the Rimage Advanced Setup
(Networking) Guide available at www.rimage.com/support.
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Accessory Kit
The Rimage Accessory Kit that shipped with your Professional 3400 or 5400N contains the following:
3400 5400N
• Rimage Professional 3400 Setup and Installa on Guide
• User documenta on disc containing:
Rimage Professional 3400 and 5400N User Guide
(this document)
Advanced Setup (Networking) Guide
Diagnos c Test Instruc ons
• A/C cord
• USB cord
• Disc holder with Rimage Standalone So ware disc or
Network So ware Suite disc
• Rimage Product Warranty/Guarantee
• Ge ng Started with Your Rimage So ware guide
• Marke ng CD
• Rimage Professional 5400N Setup and Installa on
Guide
• User documenta on disc containing:
Rimage Professional 3400 and 5400N User Guide
(this document)
Advanced Setup (Networking) Guide
Diagnos c Test Instruc ons
• A/C cord
• DVI/USB dongle
• Disc holder with Rimage Professional So ware Suite
disc and Rimage Recovery Disc
• Rimage Recovery Disc Instruc ons
• Rimage Product Warranty/Guarantee
• Ge ng Started with Your Rimage So ware guide
• Marke ng CD
Unpacking and Setup Instruc ons
To unpack your Professional 3400 or 5400N, refer to the unpacking label on the autoloader box. For setup instruc ons, refer
to the Setup and Installa on Guide that shipped with your product.
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Important Informa on
This sec on provides support contact informa on, cau ons and warnings, and product specifi ca ons for the Professional
3400 and 5400N.
Support Informa on
US, Asia/Pacifi c, Mexico/La n America Europe
Rimage Corpora on
7725 Washington Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55439
USA
A n: Rimage Services
Rimage Europe GmbH
Albert-Einstein-Str. 26
63128 Dietzenbach Germany
Contact Rimage Services:
Website: www.rimage.com/support
KnowledgeBase: h p://rimage.custhelp.com
Log in and select the Ask a Ques on tab
Telephone:
North America: 800-553-8312
Asia/Pacifi c, Mexico/La n America: 952-946-0004
Fax: 952-946-6956
Contact Rimage Services Europe:
Website: www.rimage.de
Email: support@rimage.de
Telephone: +49-(0) 1805-7462-43
Fax: +49-(0) 6074-8521-101
When you contact Rimage Services, please provide:
• System serial number and so ware version
• Func onal and technical descrip on of the problem
• Exact error message received
My Rimage Product Informa on:
Copy this informa on from your Rimage product for future
reference.
Note: Make sure you update the Serial Number here any me
you receive a replacement system.
Serial Number:
Product Name:
Date of Purchase:
Learn More Online
At www.rimage.com/support, you can experience Rimage’s world-class Support and Services.
From the Support home page:
1. Select your product series.
2. Select your product.
3. Learn more on the product page.
From your product page you can access:
• Informa on about the latest so ware and fi rmware
updates
• Product specifi ca ons
• The latest documents
• Current fi rmware and driver downloads
Technical Support
Rimage off ers a variety of service and support op ons for the Professional 3400 and 5400N including Next Business Day
On-site Agreements, Exchange Services, and So ware Subscrip ons and Support. Please contact your Rimage Value Added
Reseller or Rimage for addi onal informa on and pricing.
Important! Make sure that you register your autoloader so Rimage can no fy you of upgrades as they become
available. Registra on is available at h p://www.rimage.com/support/warranty-registra on.
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Op cal Disc Recording So ware Disclaimer
This Product, So ware, or Documenta on may be designed to assist you in reproducing material in which you own the
copyright or have obtained permission to copy from the copyright owner. Unless you own the copyright or have permission
to copy from the copyright owner, you may be viola ng copyright law and be subject to payment of damages and other
remedies. If you are uncertain about your rights, you should contact your legal advisor. If you are neither in possession of
the copyright nor have authoriza on from the owner of the copyright, unauthorized copying of copyrighted material on an
op cal disc or any other media violates na onal and interna onal legisla on and can result in severe penal es.
Safety and Compliance Informa on
This manual and the indica ons on the product allow proper and safe opera on. The indica on marks below help protect
you and other persons from injury, and equipment from damage.
Safety Precau ons
To ensure safety, read these precau ons and familiarize yourself with their meaning before using the equipment.
Warnings!
• The laser beam used by the CD/DVD Recorder is a Class 1
laser. Do not a empt to open the recorder. An authorized
technician should perform all service procedures.
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specifi ed herein may result
in hazardous radiant exposure.
• Never use any op cal instrument in conjunc on with this
unit. To do so will greatly increase the hazard to your
eyes.
• Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specifi ed herein may result
in hazardous radiant exposure.
• Do not disassemble or use tools on the printer. All service
procedures should be performed by a Rimage-authorized
technician, or sent in for Rimage-authorized repair.
• The interior of the printer contains sharp edges.
• Do not touch the heat roller.
• Do not touch the circuit boards. The circuit boards can be
damaged by electrosta c.
• Do not remove the back panel unless the autoloader has
been powered off .
• Changes or modifi ca ons not expressly approved by the
party responsible for compliance could void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
• This transmi er must not be co-located or operated in
conjunc on with any other antenna or transmi er.
• This equipment complies with FCC radia on exposure
limits set forth for a controlled equipment and meets
the FCC radio frequency (RF) Exposure Guidelines in
Supplement C to OET65. This equipment has very low
levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without
maximum permissive exposure evalua on (MPE). But
it is desirable that it should be installed and operated
keeping the radiator at least 20cm or more away from
person’s body (excluding extremi es: hands, wrists, feet
and ankles).
Cau ons:
• For con nued protec on against risk of fi re, replace the
fuse only with the same type and ra ng. An authorized
technician should perform all service procedures.
• Use only the supplied AC power cord, or use a safety
agency approved power cord. For applica ons outside
North America, refer to the nearest Rimage offi ce for
assistance in selec ng a locally approved power cord.
• This product is designed for an offi ce environment.
• The Professional 3400 and 5400N contain a lithium
ba ery. There is a risk of explosion if the ba ery is
replaced by an incorrect ba ery. Dispose of the old
ba ery according to the manufacturer’s instruc ons
included with the ba ery packaging.
• All equipment with AC line voltage, or low DC voltages,
such as switches, power supplies, fuses, fans, and non-
stepper motors, must be replaced with Rimage-approved
components to maintain the safety approval issued by
UL.
• Allow suffi cient free space for opening the printer tray.
Do not touch the printer tray while it is in mo on.
• If the side cover is opened while power is supplied, the
printer will stop. Do not reach into the printer while
it is in opera on. Do not a empt to bypass the door
interlock.
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Country-specifi c Cau ons and Warnings for Wideband Data Transmission Systems: 2400-2483.5 MHz
Cau ons:
• France: Do not use outdoors.
• Italy: If used outside of own premises, general authoriza on is required.
• Norway: This subsec on does not apply for the geographical area within a radius of 20km from the center of NY-Alesund.
Warning!
• Canada: This equipment complies with IC radia on exposure limits set forth for a controlled equipment and meets RSS-102 of
the IC radio frequency (RF) Exposure rules. This equipment has very low levels of RF energy that it deemed to comply without
maximum permissive exposure evalua on (MPE). But it is desirable that it should be installed and operated keeping the radiator
at least 20cm or more away from person’s body (excluding extremi es: hands, wrists, feet and ankles).
Compliance Informa on
Product Professional 3400 Professional 5400N
Model RAS26 RAS26E
No ce for USA NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protec on against harmful interference when this equipment
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can
radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instruc on manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communica ons.
Opera on of this equipment in a residen al area is likely to cause harmful
interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at
his own expense.
This product complies with UL 60950-1, 1st edi on.
No ce for Canada This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003 Issue 4:2004. Cet
appareil numerigue de la classe A est conforme a la norme NMB-003 du Canade.
This product complies with CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 60950-1-03 1st edi on.
No ce for Europe This product is in conformity with the EMC Direc ve (89/336/EEC) and the Low-
Voltage Direc ve (73/23/EEC) through compliance with the following European
standards: EN 55022: 1998 + Amd 1: 2000 Class B Limit; EN 55024: 1998; EN 61000-
3-2:2000; EN 61000-3-3:1995 + Amd 1: 2001; EN 60950: 2000. The CE mark has
been affi xed in accordance with the CE Marking Direc ve 93/68/EEC.
No ce for Japan This is a Class A product based on the standard of the Voluntary Control Council for
Interference by Informa on Technology Equipment (VCCI). If this equipment is used
in a domes c environment, radio interference may occur, in which case, the user
may be required to take correc ve ac on.
Transla on:
この装置は、情報処理装置等電波障害自主規制協議会(VCCI)の基準に基づくクラス
A 情報技術装置です。この装置を家庭環境で使用すると電波妨害を引き起こすことがあり
ま
す。この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講ずるよう要求されることがあります。
No ce for Australia This product complies with AS/NZS CISPR22:2004.
No ce for Korea It is cer fi ed that foregoing equipment has been cer fi cated under the Framework
Act on Telecommunica ons and Radio Waves Act.
위 기기는 전기통신기본법, 전파법 에 따라 인증되었음을 증명 합니다.
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3400 5400N
Standard system Professional 3400 autoloader, integrated
Everest 400 printer, and Rimage Standalone
So ware Suite (RSS) or Network So ware
Suite (NSS).
Note: Non-embedded 3400 systems
require an external control center
(PC). External PCs are not shipped
with Rimage non-embedded systems.
Refer to the minimum PC requirements
sec on below for more informa on.
Professional 5400N autoloader, integrated
Everest 400 printer, Rimage Producer
So ware Suite (PSS), and an embedded
control center (PC).
Physical Size
Height 18 in (46 cm) 18 in (46 cm)
Width 14.25 in (36 cm) 14.25 in (36 cm)
Depth 18.5 in (47 cm) 18.5 in (47 cm)
Weight 64 lb (29 kg) 69 lb (31 kg)
So ware
requirements Rimage Standalone So ware Suite (RSS) or
Network So ware Suite (NSS) 8.3 or higher.
The required so ware is installed on the
embedded PC.
PC requirements Important! If you do not understand these requirements, ask your computer
technician for help or refer to your PC documenta on.
Note: The Professional 3400 and 5400N are not Macintosh compa ble.
Supported
opera ng systems
(32-bit only)
• Windows Vista Business SP2
• Windows Vista Enterprise SP2
• Windows Vista Ul mate SP2
• Windows XP Professional SP3
• Windows Server 2003 Standard SP2
The supported opera ng system is installed
on the 5400N embedded PC. Only the
installed opera ng system is supported on
this product.
Minimum PC
requirements
Processor: Pen um 4, 2.8 GHz or faster
RAM/Memory: 1GB
I/O: Use an integrated high-speed USB 2.0
port (using a USB expansion card is not
recommended)
Fixed Storage: Two 7,200 RPM hard drives
with 10GB free space on each hard drive
Removable Storage: CD/DVD-ROM
The 5400N embedded PC is equipped with
the minimum PC requirements.
Specifi ca ons are con nued on page 11.
Professional 3400 and 5400N Specifi ca ons
This sec on provides technical specifi ca on informa on for the non-embedded 3400 and the embedded 5400N system.
Refer to page 12 for the Everest 400 printer specifi ca ons.
Note: The most up-to-date technical specifi ca ons for the Professional 3400, 5400N, and integrated Everest 400 printer
are located at www.rimage.com/support. From the Support menu select: Professional Series > Product Name > User
Manuals tab.
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Media
requirements Use Rimage Media Kits™ for op mum recording and print performance. Learn more
about Media Kits at www.rimage.com.
Networking ability To submit orders from a networked PC, refer to the Rimage Advanced Setup (Networking)
Guide which shipped with your system and is available at www.rimage.com/support.
Number of recorders 2
Any combina on of CD, DVD, or Blu-ray Disc™ recorders.
Bin capacity
Input bin 50 discs per bin. The carousel has 3 input bins.
Output bin The external output bin (on the le side of the autoloader) holds up to 8 discs.
Note: Through the Rimage so ware, you can designate a bin in the carousel to be
the output bin. In this case, the output bin holds up to 100 discs before operator
interven on is required.
Power
100 – 240 VAC, 60/50 Hz, 4.7 – 3.7 Amp, 500 wa maximum
Temperature
and Humidity
Opera ng
temperature 60° to 86° F (16° to 30° C)
Opera ng
Humidity 40% to 80%, non condensing
Storage
temperature 5° to 95° F (-15° to 35° C)
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Everest 400 Printer Specifi ca ons
The table below provides product specifi ca on informa on for the integrated Everest 400 printer.
Important! If you do not understand these requirements, ask your computer technician for help or refer to your PC
documenta on.
Everest 400
Prin ng speed* 60 seconds or less
Prin ng modes Monochrome and CMY
Print quality Equivalent of 400 pixels per inch
Ribbon capacity
Black (monochrome) 1000 discs
CMY 500 discs
Retransfer 500 discs
Ribbon
requirements Refer to the Printer Requirements sec on on page 13 for the correct printer ribbons.
Use Rimage Media Kits™ for op mum recording and print performance.
Label design requirements Refer to the Label Design Requirements sec on on page 14 for label design
requirements.
Ribbon storage
requirements **
Temperature 41° to 95° F (5° to 35° C)
Humidity 45% to 85%
*The fi rst print takes 5 minutes, which includes warm-up me.
**For op mum results, make sure that the Everest ribbons are stored within these ranges.
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Printer Requirements
This sec on describes ribbon, label design, and print requirements for the integrated Everest 400 printer.
Ribbon Requirements
Important!
• Rimage only supports the use of Rimage brand ribbons in our printers. Printer issues that occur as a result of using
ribbons from manufacturers other than Rimage are not included under your Rimage warranty or maintenance
agreement.
• For op mum results, make sure that Everest ribbons are stored at a temperature between 41° and 95°F (5° to 35°C)
and humidity level between 45% and 85%.
• Avoid moisture and direct sunlight.
• Do not reuse ribbons.
• Use only ribbons designed for your Everest 400 printer. Refer to the table below.
The integrated Everest 400 printer requires a print ribbon and a retransfer ribbon. The standard print ribbon has three
colors: Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow (CMY). These three colors combine in prin ng to create full-color discs. Print ribbons are
also available in black (monochrome).
Everest 400 Ribbons
Ribbon Type Number of Discs Printed
3-color (CMY) 500
Black (monochrome) 1000
Retransfer ribbon 500
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Label Design Requirements
The Rimage Windows-compa ble so ware ships with the CD Designer™ label editor. CD Designer is installed on the
embedded or non-embedded PC during a typical installa on of the Rimage so ware and is used for designing labels for
prin ng with the integrated Everest 400 printer. CD Designer can be used to design labels on any Windows-based PC.
• Label design size – Design labels with a height of 12 cm and width of 12 cm. A full-size disc is 120 mm (4.723") in
diameter. The hole is 15 mm (0.59”) The printable area and hub sizes vary depending on the disc manufacturer.
Note: The media that are in Rimage Media Kits have a printable area of 118-24 mm. On most labels, print se ngs
of 118 mm and 24 mm are recommended.
• File format – For best results, save your labels as JPEG or TIFF fi les. However, these fi le formats must be imported into
CD Designer and saved as CD Designer fi les (.btw) or converted to PDF fi les before prin ng.
• Color mode – Convert all labels to the RGB color mode in order to import them into CD Designer.
• Resolu on (pixels per inch) – For best results, use images set to a minimum of 300 pixels per inch. You may no ce
be er results if you use images with 600 pixels per inch or higher.
Print Requirements
Any label you create and save through CD Designer is in the correct fi le format (.btw) for prin ng to the integrated Everest
400 in the 3400 and 5400N system. You can also print labels saved as PDF fi les.
Printable
Area 118 mm
Hub Size
24 mm
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Iden fy the Parts of the Professional 3400 and 5400N
This sec on describes the hardware and features of the 3400 and 5400N systems.
Front View
Control Panel
PC Power Bu on
(5400N Only)
Front Door
Carousel/Input Bins
Output Bin
Recorders
Printer Door
Li Arm
Disc Dispenser
Operator Panel
Integrated
Everest 400 Printer
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Back View
3400
5400N
Power Cord
Network Cable
Power Switch
Power Cord USB Cable
Power Switch
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Parts Informa on
Control Panel
The control panel is located on the front of the 3400 and
5400N. It includes the operator panel, the rotate carousel
bu on (bu on 1), and the printer tray bu on (bu on 2). The
control panel allows you to monitor and control the system.
Note: You must open the front door of the autoloader to
access the control panel.
The table below iden fi es the name and func on of all parts
of the control panel.
Control Panel Indicators
Name Func on
Operator panel The operator panel has a two-line display that informs you of opera ons or condi ons
that require operator interven on. This includes the consumable status. The 5400N
displays the name of the embedded PC a er ini aliza on. Refer to the Operator Gemini
U li es sec on on page 41 to see other op ons.
Rotate carousel bu on
(bu on 1)
Press the rotate carousel bu on to
• Rotate the carousel and posi on a bin to load and unload discs. Each me you press
the rotate carousel bu on, the carousel rotates to the next bin.
Tip: The carousel will rotate to a bin only a er the autoloader has completed
ini alizing.
• Enter diagnos c test mode
Printer tray bu on
(bu on 2)
Press the printer tray bu on to:
• Open and close the printer tray
• Reset a er an error
Printer indicator light (on the
printer tray bu on)
The printer indicator light illuminates when the printer is powered on and has completed
ini aliza on.
The printer indicator light fl ashes when the Everest 400 printer is receiving data from the
host.
Rotate carousel indicator
light (on the rotate carousel
bu on)
The rotate carousel indicator light illuminates when you rotate the carousel.
The rotate carousel indicator light fl ashes when the autoloader is receiving data from the
host.
PC Power Bu on
Only the 5400N has the PC power bu on. The PC power bu on powers on the embedded computer. Refer to the Operate
the Professional 3400 and 5400N sec on on page 19 for more informa on.
Disc Dispenser
When a disc is complete, the li arm places discs on the disc dispenser. The disc dispenser moves completed discs to the
output bin on the le side of the autoloader. The output bin holds up to 5 discs. Refer to the Professional 3400 and 5400N
Specifi ca ons sec on on page 10 for more informa on.
Operator
Panel
Rotate
Carousel
Bu on
Printer Tray
Bu on
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Operate the Professional 3400 and 5400N System
This sec on provides the informa on needed to operate your system.
Power On the System
1. Press the power switch on the rear of the
autoloader. The system powers on, including the
integrated printer.
If you have an 5400N, con nue with step 2.
2. On the front of the 5400N, press the PC
power bu on to power on the embedded
PC.
Power Off the System
1. Close all open applica ons.
2. If you have an 5400N briefl y press the PC power bu on. This shuts down the so ware, Windows, and the embedded
PC.
If you have a 3400, con nue with step 3.
Cau on: Do not press and hold the PC power bu on. If you press and hold the PC power bu on, the embedded PC
will not shut down properly. This may cause data loss or corrup on.
3. Press the main power switch to power off the system, including the integrated printer.
Important! Do not press the power switch un l the embedded PC is completely powered off .
Notes:
• It takes approximately 30 seconds for the system to power off .
• If the printer is idle for more than 30 minutes, it enters sleep mode. When this occurs, the printer will take 2-3
minutes to warm up a er a job is sent.
Power Switch
PC Power Bu on
(5400N Only)
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Pause the System
You can pause the system to add discs to the carousel.
1. Open the front door. The opera on pauses.
2. Close the front door. The opera on resumes.
Load the Discs
You can load up to 50 discs in each input bin. Use the
procedure below to load discs in each bin.
1. Open the front door.
2. Press the rotate carousel bu on to rotate the carousel
and place a bin in posi on to load discs.
3. Remove any completed discs from the bin.
Important! Place the discs with the recording side
facing down.
Tip: Through the Rimage so ware, you may designate
bins 1 through 3 as input, output, reject, or a specifi c
media type.
4. Repeat steps 2 - 3 un l the required bins are fi lled.
5. Close the front door.
Unload the Discs
1. Open the front door.
2. Press the rotate carousel bu on to rotate the carousel and place a bin in posi on to remove discs.
3. Remove the discs from the bin.
4. Repeat steps 2 - 3 un l the required bins are empty.
5. Close the front door.
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Place a Disc on the Printer Tray
Use this procedure to manually place a disc on the printer tray.
1. Press the printer tray bu on on the control panel. The
printer tray opens.
2. Place the disc on the print pad with the printable surface
facing up and the stacking ring facing the print pad.
3. Press the printer tray bu on. The printer tray closes.
Important! To avoid scratching or damaging the
recording surface of the disc, the disc must not rest on
the holding pins or the centering pin.
Place a Disc on the Recorder Tray
Use this procedure to manually place a disc on the recorder tray.
1. Press the recorder bu on on the recorder you wish to
open. The recorder tray opens.
2. Place the disc on the recorder tray with the printable
surface facing up.
3. Press the recorder bu on. The recorder tray closes.
Holding Pins
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Set Your Prin ng Preferences on a Windows PC
This sec on provides the informa on needed to set up your prin ng preferences and check the amount of print and
retransfer ribbon remaining using a Windows PC. Prin ng preferences allow you to set up the integrated Everest 400 printer
to produce the best possible labels on your discs.
Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all Windows naviga on statements are Windows XP paths. Other Windows opera ng
system naviga on may diff er slightly.
Access Prin ng Preferences
Use one of the procedures below to access the Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences window.
Access Prin ng Preferences through the Windows Start Menu
Note: When you use this method, the prin ng preferences are saved in the printer driver se ngs and are applied to all
newly created labels.
1. Select: Start > Printers and Faxes.
2. Right-click the Rimage Everest 400 printer. The dropdown menu displays.
3. From the dropdown menu, select Prin ng Preferences. The Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences dialog box opens.
Access Printer Preferences through CD Designer
Note: When you use this method, the prin ng preferences are saved with the label fi le and are used instead of the
printer driver se ngs.
1. Open the desired label fi le in CD Designer.
2. From the File menu, select Print. The Print window opens.
3. From the Name dropdown list, select the Rimage Everest 400 printer.
Note: The Rimage Everest 400 printer may display as the default printer.
4. Select the Document Proper es bu on. The Rimage Everest 400 Proper es dialog box opens.
Access Printer Preferences for Prin ng PDF Files
Use the procedure below to access prin ng preferences for PDF fi les.
Important! When you use this procedure, the changes to the se ngs are global and apply to all PDF labels.
1. Select: Start > Printers and Faxes.
2. Right-click on the Everest 400 printer. The dropdown menu displays.
3. From the dropdown menu, select Proper es. The Rimage Everest 400 Proper es dialog box opens.
4. From the Rimage Everest 400 Proper es dialog box, select the Advanced tab.
5. At the bo om of the Advanced tab, select Prin ng Defaults… The Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Defaults dialog box
opens.
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Set the Media Type, Media Size, Orienta on and Ribbon Type
1. Access prin ng preferences. Refer to page 23 for instruc ons.
2. Select the Main tab.
3. View or change the prin ng preferences.
a. Select the appropriate Media Type.
b. Select the appropriate Media Size.
c. Select the desired number of Copies.
d. Select the desired Orienta on.
e. Select the appropriate type of Ribbon.
Note: If you select Monochrome for the ribbon type, select Grayscale or Text.
4. When you have made the desired choices in the Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences window, select Apply.
5. Select OK to close the Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences window.
Set the Print Quality, Color Matching and Image Adjustments
1. Access prin ng preferences. Refer to page 23 for instruc ons.
2. Select the Advanced tab.
3. View or change the prin ng preferences.
a. Select the desired criteria for Color Matching.
Note: The default se ng for color matching is Match for CMYK prin ng.
b. From the Image Adjustments dropdown list, select None, High contrast, Vivid colors, or Custom.
If you select Custom, the Se ngs bu on becomes ac ve:
i. Select the Se ngs bu on. The Custom Se ngs window opens.
ii. Select the desired Print Threshold Se ngs.
iii. Move the Contrast Boost slider to adjust the image contrast.
iv. Move the Satura on Boost slider to adjust the image satura on.
v. Select OK to close the Custom Se ngs window.
4. When you have made the desired choices in the Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences window, select Apply.
5. Select OK to close the Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences window.
Set the Printable Area
This func onality allows you to adjust the printable area se ngs for standard CD/DVD 120 mm media, which sets the outer
and inner diameters to print the disc label without overlapping the disc edges.
Note: Printable area se ngs created within a CD Designer label fi le will override the printer and fax se ngs on
Windows.
1. Access prin ng preferences. Refer to page 23 for instruc ons.
2. Select the Advanced tab.
3. View or change the Printable Area preferences.
a. Select the Modify bu on. The Printable Area Se ngs window opens.
b. Select the Unit of measurement.
i. For 1.0 mm, select the 1.0 mm radio bu on.
ii. For 0.1 mm, select the 0.1 mm radio bu on.
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c. To modify only Standard Area se ngs, select the Standard radio bu on.
i. Enter the desired Outer Diameter.
ii. Enter the desired Inner Diameter.
d. To print on a disc with a stacking ring, select the Advanced radio bu on. The Hub Area se ngs display.
i. Enter the desired Outer Diameter for the hub.
ii. Enter the desired Inner Diameter for the hub.
e. Select OK to save the changes. The Printable Area Se ngs window closes.
4. When you have made the desired choices in the Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences window, select Apply.
5. Select OK to close the Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences window. Adjust the Print Alignment and
Color Density.
Adjust the Print Alignment and Color Density
1. Access prin ng preferences. Refer to page 23 for instruc ons.
2. Select the U lity tab.
3. Select Status Monitor… bu on. The Rimage Everest 400 Status Monitor window opens with the Status tab ac ve.
Tip: On the Status tab, you can view the progress of a print job, the type of print ribbon installed, and the
es mated percentages of unused ribbon for the print and retransfer ribbons.
4. Select the Printer Informa on tab to view or change the Print Alignment and Color Density se ngs, or view the Everest
400 Printer Status.
Tip: The Printer Informa on tab also displays the current fi rmware version and serial number of your Everest 400
printer.
a. View or change the Print Alignment Se ngs.
i. From the Print Alignment Se ngs pane, select the Modify bu on. The Print Alignment Se ngs dialog opens.
ii. Select the desired Color/Monochrome se ng to modify the horizontal alignment for all ribbon types.
iii. Select the desired Color se ng to modify the ver cal alignment for prints with a CMY ribbon.
iv. Select the desired Monochrome se ng to modify the ver cal alignment for prints with a monochrome ribbon.
v. Select OK to save the changes. The Print Alignment Se ngs window closes.
b. View or change the Color Density Se ngs.
i. From the Color Density Se ngs pane, select the Modify bu on. The Color Density Se ngs dialog opens.
ii. Select the desired Cyan, Magenta and Yellow se ngs to modify the color density.
iii. Select the desired Black se ng to modify the density for monochrome images.
iv. Select OK to save your changes. The Color Density Se ngs window closes.
5. Select Close to close the Status Monitor dialog box.
6. Select OK to close the Rimage Everest 400 Prin ng Preferences window.
Check the Ribbon Remaining
The operator panel on the front of the 3400 and 5400N displays the es mated number of prints remaining on the print
ribbon and the retransfer ribbon.
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Change the Print and Retransfer Ribbons
This sec on provides the informa on needed to change the print and retransfer ribbons in the integrated Everest 400
printer. Change a 3-color (CMY) print ribbon a er 500 discs, a back (monochrome) print ribbon a er 1000 discs, and the
retransfer ribbon a er 500 discs.
Change the Print Ribbon
Before you change or fi rst install a new Everest print ribbon, allow me for the new ribbon to become acclimated to the
environment. Allow more me for greater temperature and humidity diff erences.
Important!
• Rimage supports only the use of Rimage brand ribbons in our printers. Printer issues that occur as a result of using
ribbons from manufacturers other than Rimage are not included under your Rimage warranty or maintenance
agreement.
• For op mum results, make sure that Everest ribbons are stored at a temperature between 41° and 95°F (5° to 35°C)
and humidity level between 45% and 85%.
• Avoid moisture and direct sunlight.
• Do not reuse ribbons.
• Use only ribbons designed for your model of Everest 400 printer.
• The ribbon carriers cannot be removed from the printer unless the system is powered on.
Remove the Print Ribbon
1. Open the side cover on the le side of the autoloader.
a. Li the printer cover latch to open the printer cover.
b. Lower the printer cover.
2. Access the print ribbon.
a. Turn the center latch
counterclockwise to unlock it.
b. Pull the print ribbon carrier all the
way out of the printer.
Important! The ribbon carriers
cannot be removed from the
printer unless the system is
powered on.
Printer
Cover
Printer Cover Latch
Le Side of Autoloader
Center Latch
Print Ribbon
Carrier
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c. Lay the print ribbon carrier on its back.
Tip: Perform cleaning procedures while the print ribbon is removed. For more informa on refer to the Clean
the Everest 400 Printer sec on on page 37.
d. Place the print ribbon carrier on a fl at surface.
Tip: To keep the print ribbon carrier in place while you remove the print ribbon, posi on the carrier so that the
tab rests on the edge of a table or workspace.
3. Remove the used print ribbon from the carrier.
a. Li up on the supply roll to remove it from the right side
of the carrier
b. Set the supply roll aside.
c. Li up on the take-up roll to remove it from the le
side of the carrier.
d. Set the take-up roll aside.
e. Li the print ribbon carrier off of the print ribbon and
set it aside.
f. Discard the used print ribbon.
Tab
Print Ribbon
Carrier
Used Supply Roll
Used Take-Up Roll
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Install the Print Ribbon
1. Remove the new print ribbon from the packaging.
2. Install the print ribbon on the print ribbon carrier.
Important! When you install the new print ribbon on the carrier, do not rotate the ribbon past the black cleaning
bars. When the new ribbon is installed in the integrated Everest 400 printer, the ribbon advances and the bars clean
the print head.
a. With the supply roll on the right side, unwind several inches of the new print ribbon.
b. Place
the print ribbon on a clean, fl at surface.
c. Place the print ribbon carrier on top of the print ribbon.
Tip: To keep the print ribbon carrier in place while you install the print ribbon, posi on the carrier so that the
tab rests on the edge of a table or workspace.
d. Bring the supply roll up and around the tacky roller
and guide rollers on the right side of the carrier.
e. Press down to install the supply roll, as shown.
f. Bring the take-up roll up and around the
guide roller on the le side of the carrier
g. Press down to install the take-up roll, as
shown.
Tab
New Take-Up Roll New Supply Roll
Supply Roll
Guide
Roller
Tacky
Roller
Guide
Roller
Take-Up
Roll
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h. Set the print ribbon carrier upright.
Tip: When the print ribbon carrier is upright, the
supply roll is at the top of the carrier.
i. Rotate the take-up roll clockwise to ghten the ribbon.
Make sure that the ribbon is aligned and lies fl at on the
carrier.
Tip: You may need to li the ribbon up from the
tacky roller to straighten it.
Notes:
• Do not rotate the ribbon past the black
cleaning bars at the front of the ribbon.
• If you installed a black (monochrome) ribbon,
advance the ribbon so the ink por on of the ribbon is
advanced to the take-up roll.
3. Reassemble the printer.
a. Slide the print ribbon carrier into the printer.
b. Turn the center latch clockwise to lock it.
c. Close the printer cover.
Note: Ribbon color can vary from lot to lot. A er you load the new ribbon, you may need to adjust the density
se ngs in the printer driver. Refer to the Adjust the Print Alignment and Color Density sec on on page 25 for
more informa on.
The printer is ready for use.
Change the Retransfer Ribbon
Before you change or fi rst install the Everest retransfer ribbon, allow me for the new ribbon to become acclimated to the
environment. Allow more me for greater temperature and humidity diff erences.
Important!
• Rimage supports only the use of Rimage brand ribbons in our printers. Printer issues that occur as a result of
using ribbons by manufacturers other than Rimage are not included under your Rimage warranty or maintenance
agreement.
• For op mum results, make sure that Everest ribbons are stored at a temperature between 41° and 95°F (5° to 35°C)
and humidity level between 45% and 85%.
• Avoid moisture and direct sunlight.
• Do not reuse ribbons.
• Make sure you only use ribbons designed for your model of Everest 400 printer.
• The ribbon carriers cannot be removed from the printer unless the system is powered on.
Supply Roll
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Remove the Retransfer Ribbon
1. Open the printer cover.
a. Li the cover latch to release the cover.
b. Lower the printer cover.
c. Turn the center latch counterclockwise to unlock it.
d. Pull the retransfer ribbon carrier all
the way out of the printer.
Important! The ribbon carriers
cannot be removed from the
printer unless the system is
powered on.
e. Lay the retransfer ribbon carrier on a
fl at surface.
2. Remove the used retransfer ribbon.
a. Li up on the take-up roll to remove it from the right side
of the carrier.
b. Set the take-up roll aside.
Printer Cover
Latch
Printer
Cover
Le Side of Autoloader
Center
Latch
Retransfer
Ribbon Carrier
Used Take-Up Roll
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c. Li up on the supply roll to remove it from the le side
of the carrier.
d. Set the supply roll aside.
e. Li the retransfer ribbon carrier off of the used
retransfer ribbon and set it aside.
f. Discard the used retransfer ribbon.
Install the Retransfer Ribbon
1. Remove the new retransfer ribbon from the packaging.
2. Posi on the retransfer ribbon on the retransfer ribbon
carrier.
a. With the supply roll on the le side, unwind several
inches of the retransfer ribbon.
b. Place the retransfer ribbon on a clean, fl at surface.
c. Place the retransfer ribbon carrier on top of the
retransfer ribbon.
3. Install the retransfer ribbon.
a. Bring the take-up roll up and around the guide
roller on the right side of the carrier.
b. Press down to install the take-up roll, as shown.
Used Supply Roll
New Take-Up Roll
New Supply Roll
Retransfer Ribbon Carrier
Take-Up Roll
Guide Roller
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c. Bring the supply roll up and around
the guide rollers on the le side of the
carrier.
d. Press down to install the supply roll,
as shown.
Note: Make sure that the
retransfer ribbon winds
underneath the supply roll.
4. Rotate the take-up roll counterclockwise to ghten the
retransfer ribbon.
5. Reassemble the printer.
a. Slide the retransfer ribbon carrier into the printer.
b. Turn the center latch clockwise to lock it.
c. Close the printer cover.
The printer is ready for use.
Guide Rollers
Supply Roll
Take-Up Roll
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Maintain the 3400 and 5400N
This sec on provides maintenance informa on for the 3400 and 5400N systems, including the integrated Everest 400
printer.
Important! For op mum performance, keep the 3400 and 5400N in a clean, dust-free environment.
Overview
Regular preventa ve maintenance of your system can help to ensure error-free recordings and clean printed labels.
Maintenance also involves cleaning the system.
Cau onary Informa on
Cau on: To avoid damaging the 3400 or 5400N during maintenance:
• Never use oils, silicone, or other lubricants on any part of the system.
• Use only non-abrasive cleaners to wipe down the surfaces of your autoloader
.
.
• Never use cleaners to clean the embedded PC.
• Avoid pouring cleaners directly onto the autoloader. Instead, apply the cleaner a clean, lint-free cloth.
• Observe precau ons for electrosta c-sensi ve devices whenever you access the embedded PC.
Preventa ve Maintenance
You must perform rou ne maintenance to keep the system opera ng at op mum performance. The Preventa ve
Maintenance Schedule on page 36 lists maintenance tasks, task frequency, and references to cleaning instruc ons in this user
guide.
Important! Failure to follow the maintenance schedule may void your warranty.
Note: Your system may require more frequent maintenance if used in a dusty area, such as a store or warehouse.
Before you begin:
1. Power off the autoloader.
2. If you have a 5400N, power off the embedded PC.
3. Disconnect the power cord.
4. Follow the Preventa ve Maintenance Schedule on page 36.
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Preventa ve Maintenance Schedule
Task Tools Frequency
Autoloader Maintenance
Wipe down the li arm sha and pay close a en on to:
• The area around the base of the sha
• The area just above the li arm
Lint-free cloth Weekly
Wipe down all surfaces of the autoloader, including: • Lint-free cloth
• Non-abrasive, all-purpose
cleaner
Weekly
• Sides and top
• Door
• Output bin
• Carousel
• Top surface on the li arm
Remove dust and debris from the fan at the back of the
autoloader.
Can of compressed air Monthly
Remove dust and debris from the openings at the back of
the autoloader.
Vacuum Monthly
Remove dust and debris from the front and inside of the
autoloader.
Can of compressed air Monthly
Integrated Everest 400 Printer Maintenance
Clean the print head. Refer to the Clean the Print Head
sec on on page 37.
• Sponge swabs with long
handles (included in the
Everest cleaning kit)
• 99% Isopropyl alcohol
A er 2000 discs (as
needed) or at every ribbon
change
Clean the tacky rollers. Refer to the Clean the Tacky Rollers
sec on on page 38.
• Sponge swabs with long
handles (included in the
Everest cleaning kit)
• 99% Isopropyl alcohol
A er 2000 discs or at every
ribbon change
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Clean the Everest 400 Printer
Regular cleaning helps to keep your Everest 400 printer in op mal opera ng condi on.
Clean the Print Head
Tools required:
• Sponge swabs with long handles (included in the Everest cleaning kit)
• 99% Isopropyl alcohol
1. Access
the print head.
a. Li the printer cover latch to open
the cover.
b. Lower the printer cover.
c. Turn the center latch
counterclockwise to unlock it.
d. Remove the print ribbon carrier.
Important! The ribbon carriers
cannot be removed from the
printer unless the system is
powered on.
2. Clean the print head.
Cau on! Do not scratch the print head. Remember the following ps:
• Always wipe from one end of the print head to the other without stopping in the middle.
• Only wipe the area indicated.
a. Apply isopropyl alcohol to the sponge swab.
b. Use the sponge swab to wipe across the print head from one end to the other in the direc on shown below.
Note: Do not remove the print head component from the inside of the printer. The component is shown
outside of the printer for instruc onal purposes only.
c. Repeat as needed un l the print head is clean of dust and debris.
d. Use the sponge swab to remove any waxy buildup from the roller below the print head.
Center Latch
Print Ribbon
Carrier
Print Head Area to Clean
Roller
Wipe Direc on
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3. Prepare the printer for use.
a. Install the print ribbon carrier.
b. Turn the center latch clockwise to lock it.
c. Close the printer cover. The system is ready for use.
Clean the Tacky Rollers
Tools required:
• Sponge swabs with long handles (included in the Everest cleaning kit)
• 99% Isopropyl alcohol
1. Remove the print ribbon carrier.
a. Li the printer cover latch to open the cover.
b. Lower the printer cover.
c. Turn the center latch counterclockwise to unlock it.
d. Remove the print ribbon carrier.
Important! The ribbon carriers cannot be removed
from the printer unless the system is powered on.
2. Remove the print ribbon. For specifi c instruc ons, refer
to the Change the Print Ribbon procedure on page 27.
3. Clean tacky roller 1 on the print ribbon carrier.
a. Apply isopropyl alcohol to the sponge swab.
b. Use the sponge swab to clean tacky roller 1.
c. Use the sponge swab to remove any waxy buildup from
other parts of the print ribbon carrier.
Center Latch
Print Ribbon
Carrier
Print Ribbon Carrier
Tacky Roller 1
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4. Inside the printer, use the sponge swab to wipe tacky roller 2.
5. Prepare the printer for use.
a. Install the print ribbon on the print ribbon carrier.
For specifi c instruc ons, refer to the Change the Print
Ribbon procedure on page 27.
b. Install the print ribbon carrier in the printer.
c. Turn the center latch clockwise to lock it.
d. Close the printer cover.
The system is ready for use.
Tacky Roller 2
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Rimage Professional 3400 and 5400N User Guide
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O perate Gemini U li es
The Rimage so ware includes an applica on called Gemini U li es, which is used to change the display name of the system
and to enable the beeper. Gemini U li es is only available on the Professional 5400N and the Professional 3400 running
Rimage Network So ware Suite.
Tip: To access Gemini U li es for the 5400N, use the remote desktop connec on from a networked PC, or connect a
monitor, keyboard, and mouse to the 5400N.
Note: Unless otherwise indicated, all Windows naviga on statements are Windows XP paths. Other Windows opera ng
system naviga on may diff er slightly.
Start Gemini U li es
1. Close all open so ware applica ons and stop all Rimage
Services.
Note: Refer to your Rimage so ware online help for
addi onal informa on.
2. From the Windows Start menu select: All Programs >
Rimage > U li es > Gemini U li es. Gemini U li es opens.
Note: When the desired tasks are complete, start the
Rimage Services.
Change the Autoloader Display Name
Use Gemini U li es to enter the name displayed on the operator
panel.
Note: Changing the display name does not change the
name of the system on a network or workgroup. To change
the name on a network or workgroup, refer to your setup
and installa on instruc ons or the Rimage Advance Setup
(Networking) Guide.
1. Select the Override Name checkbox.
2. Clear the Use Computer Name checkbox.
3. In the Display Name fi eld, enter the new name.
4. Select Set Params to set the name.
Enable the Beeper
You can change the number of beeps that occur when the unit is out of media or when there is an error.
1. In the # of Beeps on Fault fi eld, select the number of beeps you wish to hear when there is an error.
Tip: To disable the beeper, set the number to zero.
2. Select Set Params to set the number of beeps.