Xante Accel-a-Writer 3 Series, User Manual

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_______________________ Printing with Various Media Types 8-3
Introduction
This chapter covers printing on computer-to-film, envelopes, labels,
and transparencies. It also lists Myriad film sizes. For additional
information and troubleshooting procedures, see chapters 2 and 11.
Printing Computer-to-Film
You can print directly to XANTÉ’s Myriad film (3G) to create an
image that can be used to burn metal plates and silk-screen
emulsions, bypassing the camera and darkroom steps.
Myriad film is a specially designed, semitransparent film with low
UV blockage. The transmissive density of toner on Myriad film is
increased to 3.3 when processed through FilmStar 2.
Always use the multipurpose feeder following the procedure in
chapter 2, the media specifications in chapter 7, and these guidelines
when printing film.
• Use only XANTÉ’s Myriad film, designed specifically for use
with the Accel-a-Writer 3G printer and FilmStar 2. Using other
film material may void your printer warranty.
• Avoid handling film excessively to prevent fingerprints and
scratches.
• Keep the paper path clean (see chapter 9); dust or dirt can scratch
film and reduce print quality.
• Load fewer sheets of film if jams occur.
• Remove each sheet as it prints to prevent static buildup.
• Do not fan film. This causes static buildup which can cause jams.
• Once an image is printed on Myriad Film, the toner side is the
emulsion side. For FilmStar 2 processing, load film emulsion
side up.