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00:00:06 Air Purifier Filter Maintenance
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Identify that the Phoenix Air unit contains a HEPA filter and a charcoal filter.
2) Confirm that these filters require monthly replacement.
3) Apply the same monthly filter replacement schedule to the L2 Purifier.
4) Apply the same monthly filter replacement schedule to the Miro 13.
5) Replace filters even if the machine has a built-in purifier.
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00:00:37 Ventilation Best Practices
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Ensure additional ventilation is present when operating DTF equipment.
2) Open a window when printing indoors.
3) Use a fan to create airflow around the equipment.
4) Maintain a steady breeze near the machine during operation.
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00:00:37 Powder Handling and End-of-Day Procedure
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) When printing is complete for the day, collect unused adhesive powder.
2) Return the powder back into its storage bag.
3) Secure the bag properly after returning the powder.
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00:01:05 Personal Protective Equipment Recommendations
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Wear gloves when handling ink or powder for added protection.
2) Wear protective eyewear if desired.
3) Use a face mask for additional safety if needed.
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00:01:05 Safety Support and Documentation
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Contact your local dealer with any safety-related questions.
2) Request material safety data sheets if needed.
3) Review all safety documentation provided by the dealer.
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00:00:01 Startup and Initial Checks
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Power on the Prestige R2 DTF printer.
2) Power on the curing oven.
3) Power on the heat press and allow it to begin heating.
4) Open Hosonsoft on the computer.
5) Perform a nozzle check before beginning production.
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00:00:44 Performing a Nozzle Check from the Control Panel
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Press the Menu button on the front control panel.
2) Press the Down arrow until Head Maintenance appears.
3) Press Enter.
4) Press the Down arrow until Head Status appears.
5) Press Enter to print a nozzle check pattern.
6) Inspect the printed nozzle check pattern.
7) If breakages are visible, press Head Clean.
8) After cleaning completes, repeat the nozzle check.
9) Proceed with production only if at least 90 percent of nozzles are firing.
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00:01:30 Nozzle Check and Cleaning via Hosonsoft
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) In Hosonsoft, click Check to perform a nozzle check.
2) Select whether to clean both heads or a single head.
3) Choose between All Heads, H1, or H2.
4) Select the cleaning strength: Light, Normal, or Strong.
5) Use Strong cleaning only for heavy clogs.
6) Always perform a nozzle check before running any cleaning.
7) Avoid running cleaning before a nozzle check to prevent air bubbles and inaccurate results.
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00:02:02 Setting X Margin Before Printing
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Use the ruler on the printer to determine the desired X margin.
2) Convert the measurement to millimeters.
3) Enter the value into the X Margin field in Hosonsoft.
4) For example, enter 25 mm for a 2.5 cm margin.
5) Click Save to apply the setting.
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00:02:39 Sending a Print Job Using DigiRIP
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Open DigiRIP.
2) Drag and drop the artwork into the queue.
3) Review the artwork and media boundaries.
4) Adjust width and height if the artwork exceeds the media size.
5) Rotate the image if needed.
6) Set the number of copies.
7) Choose the layout direction using the provided icons.
8) Use zoom controls to review placement.
9) Click the Print icon to send the job to the printer.
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00:03:44 Monitoring and Controlling the Print Job
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Use the Pause and Resume button on the control panel as needed.
2) Pause printing immediately if banding, media lifting, or pulling occurs.
3) Perform a head cleaning if banding is observed.
4) Pause printing before cutting or adjusting media.
5) Use the Cancel button to stop a job completely if required.
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00:04:13 Control Panel Navigation and Movement
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Press the Right arrow and Enter to return to the menu.
2) Use the Up and Down arrows to move media when the printer is idle.
3) Use the Left and Right arrows to move the printer carriage.
4) Press and hold the Left arrow to release the carriage from the capping station.
5) Continue holding Left to move the carriage fully left for end of day maintenance.
6) Press Enter to dock the carriage back onto the capping station.
7) Do not use the Right arrow to dock the carriage.
8) Do not use the Origin button.
9) Always set margins within the software.
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00:05:13 Hosonsoft Terminology Reference
CHECKLIST
- Check equals Head Status
- Clean equals Cleaning
- Ahead equals Down
- Back equals Up
- X Reset equals Enter
- Load equals Fill Ink
- H1 equals CMK head
- H2 equals White head
- Left head equals CMK
- Right head equals White
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00:06:21 Cutting Printed Media
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Use the Down arrow to advance media beyond the printer bed.
2) Hold the media taut with one hand.
3) Cut the media straight using the other hand.
4) Catch the media before it fully separates.
5) Reload the media if creasing occurs.
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00:06:51 Inspecting White and CMK Alignment
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Inspect the first print for white and CMK alignment.
2) Identify misalignment if CMK peeks out on only one side.
3) Reduce print head adjustment values if misalignment is present.
4) If peeking occurs on both sides, check image resolution.
5) Increase choke settings in Hosonsoft if resolution is sufficient.
6) Refer to the weight and choke adjustment video if needed.
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00:07:20 Applying Hot Melt Powder
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Place the printed film on the tray with the ink side facing up.
2) Optionally place the film in the oven for 1 second to remove humidity and static.
3) Pour hot melt powder onto the film.
4) Hold the film on both sides and distribute powder evenly.
5) Ensure all wet ink is fully covered.
6) Apply powder within 2 hours of printing.
7) Shake off excess powder.
8) Flick the film lightly to remove remaining residue.
9) Use a powder shaker if available.
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00:08:24 Curing the Film
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Power on the curing oven at least 10 minutes before use.
2) Do not activate the air purifier while the oven is heating.
3) Set the curing temperature.
4) Minimum curing temperature is 120 C or 248 F.
5) Example curing temperature is 125 C or 257 F.
6) Set curing time to 60 seconds.
7) Place the film in the center of the curing bed.
8) Start the timer.
9) Stop the alarm when curing is complete.
10) Use heat resistant gloves to remove the film.
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00:10:08 Inspecting and Storing Cured Film
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Inspect the cured powder surface.
2) Confirm the finish resembles an orange peel texture.
3) Extend curing time or increase temperature if powder is grainy.
4) Trim top and bottom edges of the film.
5) Store unused transfers for up to 6 months.
6) Store in a dry and dehumidified environment.
7) Use desiccant or paper towels to absorb moisture.
8) Avoid heat and direct sunlight.
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00:11:12 Heat Press Application
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Preheat the heat press for at least 10 minutes.
2) Set the temperature to 160 C or 320 F.
3) Set press time to 15 seconds.
4) Use medium pressure.
5) Prepress the garment for 5 to 8 seconds.
6) Place the transfer on the garment.
7) Press according to settings.
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00:11:44 Peeling and Finishing
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Choose hot, warm, or cold peel based on preference.
2) For hot peel, wait 3 seconds and peel slowly in a rolling motion.
3) For warm peel, remove the garment and peel slowly.
4) For cold peel, allow the film to cool completely before peeling.
5) Repress with increased heat or pressure if peeling issues occur.
6) Cover the print with a garment or silicone treated paper.
7) Press again for 5 to 8 seconds to achieve a matte finish.
8) Avoid using Teflon sheets during final press.
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00:00:00 Preparing a New Print Job
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Pin the NeoStampa software icon to the taskbar for easy access.
2) Open NeoStampa.
3) Click New Job.
4) Select the printer.
5) Select the desired scheme.
6) For this example, select Prestige R2 Pro and the 720 x 800 scheme.
7) Click OK.
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00:00:52 Importing and Adjusting Artwork
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Click Add File.
2) Import one image or hold the Control key to import multiple images.
3) Select an image that exceeds the print bounds.
4) Resize the image using the size controls at the top.
5) If the image is still outside the print bounds, click the Rotate icon.
6) Confirm the image is now within the print bounds.
7) Resize remaining images as needed.
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00:01:41 Duplicating and Nesting Images
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Select an image.
2) Click Copy.
3) Click Paste.
4) Repeat to create additional copies.
5) Click the Nest icon.
6) Set Minimal Separation to 0.25 inches.
7) Click OK.
8) Allow the software to automatically align images to reduce media waste.
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00:02:19 Print Configuration and Sending the Job
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Click the Print icon.
2) In the print dialog window, confirm the connection is set to TCP IP Port.
3) If not set, click Configure and select TCP IP Port.
4) Review the Job Processing Method options.
5) Consider system RAM and performance before selecting a method.
6) Select Process and Send Simultaneously.
7) Click Print to send the job to the printer.
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00:00:04 Opening Pilot and Suction Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Open DTF Station Pilot.
2) Confirm you are on the Settings tab.
3) Locate the Suction setting.
4) Understand that Suction controls the printer bed vacuum.
5) Select Off so the vacuum activates only when the carriage moves onto the media.
6) Avoid using Open unless continuous vacuum is required.
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00:00:37 General Print Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Print Speed.
2) Select High for fastest production.
3) Select Middle if higher print quality is required.
4) Select Low only if needed for specific jobs.
5) Locate Print Direction.
6) Leave Print Direction set to Birect for left and right printing.
7) Change to Left or Right only if single direction printing is required for accuracy.
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00:01:08 Pre-Flashing and Auto Clean
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Pre-Flashing.
2) Set Pre-Flashing to Open.
3) Confirm pre-flashing spits ink into the capping station before printing or nozzle checks.
4) Locate Auto Clean.
5) Understand that the printer will pause after 10,000 passes to perform cleaning.
6) Leave Auto Clean set to Close unless a different behavior is needed.
7) Review available Auto Clean options:
- Clean Flush
- Clean Weak
- Clean Normal
- Clean Strong
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00:02:06 Carriage Margin Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Carriage Margin Type.
2) Set Type to Together.
3) Confirm the carriage moves only within the print width.
4) Avoid turning this off to prevent unnecessary carriage travel.
5) Locate Auto Reset.
6) Set Auto Reset to Yes.
7) Confirm the carriage resets width automatically after each job.
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00:02:38 Media Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Print Start Position.
2) Measure the distance from carriage home position to media edge.
3) Enter the measured value in millimeters.
4) Use 50 mm as an example reference if centered.
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00:03:10 Confidence Strip Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Confidence Strip settings.
2) Enable Wedding, Status, or Wedding and Status.
3) Use Wedding as the minimum recommended setting.
4) Understand the strip keeps CMK inks firing during white-heavy prints.
5) Set Position to the side closest to the carriage home position.
6) Avoid selecting Opposite Side unless required.
7) Avoid selecting Both Sides to reduce unnecessary carriage travel.
8) Set Strength to Normal.
9) Adjust Width as needed, with 3 mm as a reference.
10) Set Distance at least 1 mm away from the print.
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00:04:44 Print Overlap Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Print Overlap.
2) Select Light for daily production and fastest speed.
3) Select Normal for higher resolution.
4) Select Depth for higher resolution than Normal.
5) Understand Super Occlusion increases resolution but slows print speed.
6) Locate Type.
7) Select Fog for speed.
8) Select Strong A for higher quality.
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00:05:16 Ink Charge Function
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Ink Charge.
2) Use Ink Charge after initial ink filling.
3) Use Ink Charge to resolve clogging issues.
4) Understand ink charge pumps ink into the waste bucket.
5) Use periodically if the printer has been idle.
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00:05:49 Print and Color Control Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Print Settings.
2) Select CW for color and white printing.
3) Avoid switching to 4C unless printing color only.
4) Locate Color Control.
5) Leave Color Control set to Normal.
6) Use W only for white-only designs.
7) Use Color only for color-only designs.
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00:06:25 Ink Deepen and Mirror Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Ink to Deepen.
2) Leave Ink to Deepen turned Off by default.
3) Select higher modes only if prints appear too light.
4) Locate Mirror Print.
5) Leave Mirror Print disabled if mirroring is handled in DigiRIP.
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00:06:55 Global Ink Setting and Spot Color
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Locate Global Ink Setting.
2) Enable only if increased ink density is required.
3) Understand doubling white ink significantly reduces print speed.
4) Review print speed impact using Task Info.
5) Locate Spot Color.
6) Uncheck Enable if Spot Color is active.
7) Click Save after changes.
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00:08:09 Restoring Default Ink Settings
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Cancel the active print job if Global Ink Setting is enabled.
2) Return to Global Ink Setting.
3) Set ink value back to one.
4) Disable Global Ink Setting.
5) Click Save.
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00:00:00 Overview of Cutter Modes
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Identify that the Prestige R2 Pro supports Auto Cutter mode and Manual Cutter mode.
2) Choose the cutter mode based on workflow preference.
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00:00:00 Auto Cutter Mode Setup
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Open DTF Station Pilot.
2) Navigate to Settings.
3) Locate Cutter Settings.
4) Find the Feed Value setting.
5) Set the feed value between 40 mm and 60 mm.
6) Use 50 mm as a recommended starting value.
7) Open the Mode drop down menu.
8) Select Auto.
9) Click Save to apply the settings.
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00:01:13 Auto Cutter Mode Operation
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Send a print job to the printer from NeoStampa.
2) Allow the print to complete.
3) Observe the film advancing forward by the set feed value.
4) Allow the cutter to activate automatically.
5) Note that the blade cuts from the center to the right.
6) Observe the blade returning to cut from the center to the left.
7) Hold the film during cutting to catch it and prevent it from falling.
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00:01:13 Switching to Manual Cutter Mode
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Open DTF Station Pilot.
2) Navigate to Settings.
3) Return to Cutter Settings.
4) Change the Mode from Auto to Manual.
5) Click Save to apply the settings.
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00:01:48 Manual Cutter Mode Operation
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Send a print job to the printer.
2) Allow the print to complete.
3) Confirm the printer stops and remains idle.
4) Open DTF Station Pilot.
5) Click the Cut button.
6) Click OK to confirm.
7) Observe the film advancing forward by the set feed value.
8) Allow the cutter to perform the center out cutting motion.
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00:00:00 Importing, Modifying, and Saving Image and Job Files
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Click New Job.
2) Select the printer.
3) Select the desired scheme.
4) Import images using one of the following methods:
1) Click Add File and select an image.
2) Drag and drop an image from the desktop.
3) Click Open Job and select an image.
5) Observe that each import method creates a new job tab.
6) Select the first job tab.
7) Resize images as needed.
8) Create copies of images as needed.
9) Click Nesting.
10) Set the margin to 0.25.
11) Click File.
12) Click Save.
13) Choose a save location.
14) Save the job as a CPS file.
15) Close the job tab.
16) Select the second job tab.
17) Import a new image.
18) Resize and rotate the image.
19) Create copies using Ctrl + C and Ctrl + V.
20) Click Nesting.
21) Adjust the margin.
22) Click Print to save the job as a PRT file.
23) Confirm the PRT file is saved to the desktop.
24) Close the job tab.
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00:03:23 CPS and PRT File Behavior
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Open the saved PRT folder on the desktop.
2) Confirm the PRT file exists.
3) Note that PRT files can only be opened in DTF Station Pilot.
4) Double click the CPS file to open it in NeoStampa.
5) Confirm images and edits are preserved.
6) Make additional modifications if needed.
7) Click Print to generate a PRT file.
8) Confirm both job batches generate PRT files.
9) Wait until PRT file size is no longer zero before using the file.
10) Do not attempt to open PRT files in NeoStampa.
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00:04:38 Adjusting White Ink Amount and Choke Per Image
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Select an individual image.
2) Click White Effect Layer on the right side.
3) Under Flat method, locate Intensity percentage.
4) Reduce intensity if white ink is too heavy.
5) Increase intensity if white ink is too light.
6) Click Save to apply changes.
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00:05:19 Adjusting White Ink and Choke via Profile
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Click the three dot icon in the upper right.
2) Select the correct profile next to Five Color.
3) Click the profile settings icon.
4) Select White Ink.
5) Adjust the intensity percentage.
6) Click OK.
7) Adjust the Choke value if white ink appears on edges.
8) Right click the unit to change it to millimeters.
9) Enter the desired choke value.
10) Click OK.
11) Click Save.
12) Confirm saving when prompted.
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00:06:24 Adjusting Colors Per Image
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Select an image.
2) Click Color Adjustments on the upper right.
3) Adjust Brightness.
4) Adjust Contrast.
5) Adjust Saturation.
6) Preview changes.
7) Click Apply.
8) Repeat per image as needed.
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00:07:01 Setting Global Color Adjustments
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Click the three dot icon.
2) Click Advanced.
3) Click Input Defaults.
4) Enable color adjustments.
5) Adjust values as needed.
6) Click OK.
7) Click Save.
8) Confirm saving to apply changes globally.
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00:07:39 Color Matching Using Color Replacement
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Select the image.
2) Click the Color Replacement icon.
3) Select the target color.
4) Review the existing RGB values.
5) Modify RGB values as needed.
6) Click OK.
7) Confirm the new RGB output replaces the original value.
8) Delete the color replacement setting if it interferes with gradients.
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00:08:50 Creating and Printing a Color Chart
INSTRUCTION STEPS
1) Open Color Replacement.
2) Select the target color.
3) Click Variations.
4) Adjust deviation values.
5) Adjust steps to control chart size.
6) Click OK.
7) Change cursor to Selection.
8) Rotate the chart image if needed.
9) Delete unused images.
10) Click Nesting.
11) Click OK.
12) Print the color chart.
13) Identify the preferred RGB value.
14) Adjust the original graphic color as needed.
