iSys i36 - Manual (Page 27)

28 i36 ImageMaster User Guide
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This requires a slower plot speed (see Speed section of guide). Do not use the FILM
setting on any other media other than film.
CAUTION: Thermal plotting technology involves high temperatures,
incorrect media settings can damage the print head or other components.
Damage caused by users is not covered by warranty.
Test Plot
Generates a test plot. Six inches of plot are produced in a checkerboard pattern so you
can see if the plotter is creating a plot image and feeding the paper correctly, and if
contrast levels and media settings are acceptable.
To change from the default TEST PLOT setting of NO, press the up button in the
TEST PLOT submenu to display YES, then press the MANUAL ADVANCE
button to enable the test.
NOTE: Plot creation takes about 2-3 seconds before plotting.
Beeper
Controls the audible signal for error messages such as media out warning. This
sound can be changed to SOLIDTONE, TONE FOR ONE MINUTE, FAST
PULSE, 3 SECONDS, FIVE TIMES, or OFF.
Scaling
Use scaling to compensate plot length measurement for tolerances in media thickness,
roller diameter and head pressure. The amount of change is up to +/- 120/64 in. to
+/- 1.875 in. of plot. the default setting is 0.
Change the scaling setting by pressing the up or down buttons in the SCALING
submenu. The up button accesses positive (stretch) increments from 3/64 in. to 120/
64 in. (1.875 in.).
FF Length
Adjusts the length of media moved (in inches) if a manual form-feed, remote form-
feed, or an end of transmission (EOT) is detected. The maximum adjustment is 99
in. The default setting is 5 in.