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'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains an HP Designjet 510 Large Format Printer''' for its members.


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No reservations are required for our Large Format Printer at this time, it is "first‑come, first‑served".


Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) is dedicated to supporting our maker community in their creative process by providing shared space, shared tools, software, materials and a knowledge base to turn their ideas into reality.
However, be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.
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<br>[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|90x90px|PPM TRAINING REQUIRED]]
Our Large Format Printing (LFP) area consists mostly of Level&nbsp;2&nbsp;equipment.
Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level&nbsp;2&nbsp;equipment.
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'''The Large Format Printing Area at PPM consists mostly of Level&nbsp;2&nbsp;equipment.'''
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
:'''[[Printers]]'''
:'''[[Dye Sublimation Printing|Printers — Dye Sublimation]]'''
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Additional training is required to use our Level&nbsp;2&nbsp;equipment.
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==Classes==
==Classes and Training==
 
===[[New Member Orientation]]===
 
===Area Contact — Mathew Palfenier===


:'''Additional Printer Suite Leaders wanted'''
:To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on our Slack #printer-suite.
:To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on&nbsp;Slack.


===Classes===
==PPM Training==
:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
:☐  '''After loading a roll of material, be sure the roll spins freely. (Be sure it doesn't rub against the&nbsp;printer.)'''
===Training===
:*'''After loading a new roll of material, be sure the roll spins freely. (Be sure it doesn't rub against the printer.)'''
:*Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if necessary.
:*Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord.
:*Plain paper is recyclable. (Photo paper and canvas are not recyclable.)
:* Be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.


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:☐  Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if&nbsp;necessary.
File:Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf|alt=Large Format Printer Usage Form|<center>Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf</center>
:☐  Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power&nbsp;cord.
File:Hp 510 Inkjet Printer.jpg|alt=hp 510 Inkjet Printer|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>(stock photo)</center>
:☐  Plain paper is recyclable.
File:Hp 510 front power switch.jpg|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>front power button</center>
:☐  Photo paper and canvas are not recyclable.
File:HP Designjet 510 panel.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510 display|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>display</center>
File:HP Designjet 510 load paper.jpg|alt=load paper steps (6)|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>load paper steps (6)</center>
File:Hp 510 brochure.pdf|alt=HP Designjet 510 brochure|<center>HP Designjet 510<br>brochure.pdf</center> 
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Captured transcript of Large Format Printer Refresher video (by former PPM member Logan Henning):
File:Hp 510 front power switch.jpg|'''HP Designjet 510<br>front power button'''
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File:HP Designjet 510 panel.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510 display|'''HP Designjet 510<br>display'''
File:Captured audio of Refresher video.pdf|alt=Captured transcript of Refresher video|<center> </center>
File:HP Designjet 510 load paper.jpg|alt=load paper steps (6)|'''HP Designjet 510<br>load paper steps (6)'''
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==Tips ==
 
:☐  The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or&nbsp;even manually), just use the scissors instead.
===Tips===
:☐  If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file for any elements that might need to be trimmed to fit within the&nbsp;artboard.
:'''-''' The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead.
:'''-''' If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file for any elements that might need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.
===For Additional Help ===
:Use the #printer-suite channel in [https://bit.ly/ppmslack Slack!]
:[[How To Slack#Channel Names and Descriptions|'''List of all PPM Slack channels''']]
:Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from&nbsp;the&nbsp;community.


==Equipment Lists==
==Equipment Lists==


===Large Format Printer===
==='''Large Format Printer'''===
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|[[File:HP Designjet 510.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510|center|frameless|200x200px]]
|[[File:HP Designjet 510.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510|center|frameless|200x200px]]
|'''Large Format'''  
|'''Large Format'''
'''4-Color'''  
'''Inkjet Printer'''


'''Inkjet Printer<br>'''
'''(4-Color, 42 inch wide)<br>'''
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|[[File:Logo hp.jpg|alt=hp logo|center|frameless|150x150px]]
|hewlett-packard
|'''hp'''
|'''HP Designjet 510'''   
'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/manuals Designjet 510],'''   
(memory upgraded to 416MB)
 
with 
 
(416 MB memory upgrade)
|'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/manuals Manuals]'''
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|[[File:3D printed spindle hub.jpg|alt=3D printed spindle hub|center|frameless|150x150px]]
|'''2" spindle hub'''  
|'''spindle hub replacement'''
'''(3D-printed)'''
'''(2")'''
|'''Trevor Banks'''
|'''Trevor Banks'''
(04/12/22)
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|[[File:3D printed spindle hub adapter.jpg|alt=3D printed spindle hub adapter|center|frameless|150x150px]]
|'''3" to 2" spindle hub adapter'''  
|'''spindle hub adapter'''
'''(3D-printed)'''
'''(3" to 2")'''
|'''Trevor Banks'''
|'''Trevor Banks'''
(04/16/22)
(04/16/22)
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=== Hand Tools===
=== Hand Tools===
:Use '''scissors''' to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.)
:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.


===[https://pikespeakmakerspace.org/reserve Equipment Reservations]===
:☐ Use '''scissors''' to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.)
===[[Donations Received]]===
===[[Wish List#Large Format Printing|Wish List]]===
Pikes Makerspace is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, so we can provide a receipt for any donations you make.
==Benefits and Policies==


{{Member Benefits}}
:☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our&nbsp;Makerspace.


=== Materials===
==Benefits==
:'''Donate for Printing Materials:''' https://printing.cheddarup.com  Use checkout for all payment methods.
:'''''If paying by cash, leave donations in a black payment box after login in Cheddar Up.'''''
:14", 24", and 30" (Fredrix brand) stretcher boards, stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.


=== Large Format Printing Supplies===
{{Member Benefits}}
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!Item
!Paper Roll<br>Width
!Core Size<br>2 or 3 inch
!Weight
!Quantity
!Recommendation
!Date
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|'''HP Everyday'''
'''Instant-Dry'''


'''Gloss Photo Paper'''
== Policies==
|42"
'''Materials'''
|<center>2 inch</center>
:USE OUR OPTIX APP TO PAY FOR CONSUMABLES.
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:14", 24", and 30" stretcher boards mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.
|<center>1</center>
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|5/12/22
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|'''HP Everyday Blockout'''
'''Display Film'''
|36inx100ft
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|<center>2
(1&nbsp;unopened)
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|4/16/22
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|'''Presentation Grade'''
'''Matte Paper'''
|36"
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|<center>1</center>
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|'''Bright White'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|30"
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|20lb
|<center>1</center>
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|'''Premium'''
'''Matte Paper'''
|24"
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|47lb
|<center>1</center>
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|'''Bright White'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|33"
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|20lb
|<center>1</center>
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|'''Bright White'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|23.5"
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|20lb
|<center>3</center>
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|'''Heavy Weight'''
'''Coated Paper'''
|36"
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|<center>1</center>
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|'''Bright White'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|24"
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|20lb
|<center>2</center>
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|'''Translucent'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|24"
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|15lb
|<center>1</center>
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|'''Off White'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|24"
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|<center>1</center>
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|'''Bright White'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|36"
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|20lb
|<center>1</center>
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|'''Bright White'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|11"
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|20lb
|<center>4</center>
|'''Sell'''
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|'''Bright White'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|11.5"
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|20lb
|<center>2</center>
|'''Sell'''
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|'''Translucent'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|36"
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|15lb
|<center>6</center>
|'''Sell'''
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|'''Translucent'''
'''Bond Paper'''
|48"
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|15lb
|<center>2</center>
|'''Sell — too wide'''
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|<center>'''Paper Roll<br>Width'''</center>
|<center>'''Core Size<br>2 or 3 inch'''</center>
|<center>'''Weight'''</center>
|<center>'''Quantity'''</center>
|<center>'''Recommendation'''</center>
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{{Red Tags}}
{{Red Tags}}
{{Scrap and Trash}}


==Related Software==
==Related Software==
===Design Software===
:[[Adobe Illustrator Tips|'''Adobe Illustrator Tips''']]
:[[Adobe Photoshop Tips|'''Adobe Photoshop Tips''']]
:[[Adobe InDesign Tips|'''Adobe InDesign Tips''']]
:[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips|'''CorelDRAW X6 Tips''']]
:[[Inkscape Tips|'''Inkscape Tips''']]
:[[Canva Tips|'''Canva Tips''']]
:[[Procreate app Tips|'''Procreate Tips''']]


===Printing Software===
===Printing Software===
:'''Adobe Acrobat'''
:'''Adobe Acrobat'''
:'''[https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/welcome/mac Preview]''' — Print directly from Macintosh applications, including Preview
:'''[https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/print-pdfs-and-images-prvw15175/mac Preview]''' — Print directly from macOS applications, including Preview


==Member Showcase==
==Additional Help==
<gallery>
Use the #printer-suite channel in Slack
File:Large vinyl banner.jpg|alt=Large Vinyl Banner by Debbie U|<center>Large Vinyl Banner<br>by Debbie l Urquijo<br>(03/21/23)</center>
File:Car show sign2.jpg|alt=Abbey car show posters|<center>Car show posters<br>by Jan B.</center>
File:RPi poster.jpg|alt=Raspberry Pi poster|<center>Raspberry Pi<br>poster</center>
File:RPi Books poster.jpg|alt=Raspberry Pi Books poster|<center>Raspberry Pi Books<br>poster</center>
File:Mountains poster.jpg|alt=Mountains poster|<center>Mountains<br>poster</center>
File:Electric car poster.jpg|alt=Electric car poster|<center>Electric car<br>canvas print</center>
File:MOTOMINDED curtains.jpg|alt=MOTOMINDED window curtains|<center>MOTOMINDED<br>window curtains<br>by Chris V.</center>
File:Record printout.jpg|alt=Record printout|<center>"Record" printout<br>100 inches long<br>(October 2016)</center>
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{{Template:Showcase_blurb}}
Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from&nbsp;the&nbsp;community.


== Related Pages ==
Links to related PPM Wiki pages:
:[[Assembly_Table_(Clean_Projects)|<span style="color:#000000; background:#FDD1AC">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Assembly Table (Clean Projects)'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Printers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Printers'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
==Curated Links==
Links to member-recommended external sites:
:'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/model/3737531/manuals HP DesignJet 510 42-in Printer - Manuals]'''
:'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/model/3737531/document/c01614253 HP Designjet 510 Series Printers - Specifications]'''
==Other Fun Stuff==
Links to external sites:
:'''Consider [[wikipedia:Hofstadter's_law|Hofstadter's law]]'''
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Latest revision as of 23:21, 26 June 2026

Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains an HP Designjet 510 Large Format Printer for its members.

No reservations are required for our Large Format Printer at this time, it is "first‑come, first‑served".

However, be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.


Level 2 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace
PPM TRAINING REQUIRED

Our Large Format Printing (LFP) area consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.

Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level 2 equipment.



Links to related PPM Wiki pages:

Printers
Printers — Dye Sublimation


Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.


Classes

To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on our Slack #printer-suite.

PPM Training

☐ After loading a roll of material, be sure the roll spins freely. (Be sure it doesn't rub against the printer.)
☐ Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if necessary.
☐ Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord.
☐ Plain paper is recyclable.
☐ Photo paper and canvas are not recyclable.
  • HP Designjet 510 front power button
    HP Designjet 510
    front power button
  • HP Designjet 510 display
    HP Designjet 510
    display
  • load paper steps (6)
    HP Designjet 510
    load paper steps (6)

Tips

☐ The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead.
☐ If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file for any elements that might need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.

Equipment Lists

Large Format Printer

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number
HP Designjet 510
 Large Format

Inkjet Printer

(4-Color, 42 inch wide)

Level 2 badge
 hewlett-packard HP Designjet 510

(memory upgraded to 416MB)

3D printed spindle hub
 spindle hub replacement

(2")

Trevor Banks

(04/12/22)

(3D-printed)
3D printed spindle hub adapter
 spindle hub adapter

(3" to 2")

Trevor Banks

(04/16/22)

(3D-printed)

Hand Tools

☐ Use scissors to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.)
☐ Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.

Benefits

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(bring proof of PPM membership)
Website Benefit Address
Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
ACE Hardware Uintah Gardens 10% discount 1830 W Uintah Street

Policies

Materials

USE OUR OPTIX APP TO PAY FOR CONSUMABLES.
14", 24", and 30" stretcher boards mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.

Red Tags

If equipment needs repairs, place a Red Tag on it and report it via the Pikes Peak Makerspace Slack channel #red-tag-issues
This advises others on the malfunctioning equipment and ensures that actions can be taken to service/repair the equipment.

Related Software

Printing Software

Adobe Acrobat
Preview — Print directly from macOS applications, including Preview

Additional Help

Use the #printer-suite channel in Slack

Note that we have a Slack channel (#job-board) for members to post, discuss, or accept job opportunities either within PPM or from the community.


Search the PPM Wiki — include Content pages as well as Multimedia.

Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki or if you notice any outdated information.

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