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[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge used at Pikes Peak Makerspace|left|frameless|100x100px|PPM TRAINING REQUIRED]]
'''Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) maintains an HP Designjet 510 Large Format Printer''' for its members.


'''The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.'''
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.
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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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Additional PPM training is required to use any of our Level&nbsp;2 equipment.<br>
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'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
:'''[[Printers]]'''
:'''[[Dye Sublimation Printing|Printers — Dye Sublimation]]'''
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==Classes==
==Classes==
:PPM announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
:To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on Slack.


==Training==
:To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on our Slack #printer-suite.
:☐  '''After loading a new roll of material, be sure the roll spins freely. (Be sure it doesn't rub against the&nbsp;printer.)'''
 
==PPM Training==
:☐  '''After loading a roll of material, be sure the roll spins freely. (Be sure it doesn't rub against the&nbsp;printer.)'''
 
:☐  Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if&nbsp;necessary.
:☐  Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if&nbsp;necessary.
:☐  Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power&nbsp;cord.
:☐  Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power&nbsp;cord.
:☐  Plain paper is recyclable.
:☐  Plain paper is recyclable.
:☐  Photo paper and canvas are not recyclable. (Paper used by the dye sublimation printer is not recyclable, either.)
:☐  Photo paper and canvas are not recyclable.
:☐  Be sure to log your printing job using the Printer Usage Form.
 
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<gallery widths="200" heights="125">
<gallery widths="200" heights="125">
File:Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf|alt=Large Format Printer Usage Form|'''Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf'''
File:Hp 510 front power switch.jpg|'''HP Designjet 510<br>front power button'''
File:Hp 510 front power switch.jpg|'''HP Designjet 510<br>front power button'''
File:HP Designjet 510 panel.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510 display|'''HP Designjet 510<br>display'''
File:HP Designjet 510 panel.jpg|alt=HP Designjet 510 display|'''HP Designjet 510<br>display'''
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</gallery>
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===Tips===
==Tips ==
:☐  The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or even manually), just use the scissors instead.
:☐  The media profile for "Canvas" does not allow cutting at the end of the job (or&nbsp;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&nbsp;artboard.
:☐  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.


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


===Large Format Printer===
==='''Large Format Printer'''===
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|Resources
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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]]
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'''(4-Color, 42 inch wide)<br>'''
'''(4-Color, 42 inch wide)<br>'''
[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|41x41px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]
[[File:Level 2 badge.png|alt=Level 2 badge|left|frameless|45x45px|link=https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/File:Level_2_badge.png]]
|hewlett-packard
|hewlett-packard
|'''hp'''
|'''HP Designjet 510'''   
'''Designjet 510,'''   
 
with 
 
(memory upgraded to 416MB)
(memory upgraded to 416MB)
|'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/manuals Manuals]'''
'''[https://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c01614253 Specs]'''
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|'''(3D-printed)'''
|'''(3D-printed)'''
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|[[File:3D printed spindle hub adapter.jpg|alt=3D printed spindle hub adapter|center|frameless|150x150px]]
|[[File:3D printed spindle hub adapter.jpg|alt=3D printed spindle hub adapter|center|frameless|150x150px]]
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|'''(3D-printed)'''
|'''(3D-printed)'''
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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.
:☐ 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&nbsp;Makerspace.


==Benefits==
==Benefits==
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{{Member Benefits}}
{{Member Benefits}}


==Policies==
== Policies==
'''Materials'''
'''Materials'''
:SCAN OUR QR CODE (Cheddar Up) TO PAY FOR USE.
:USE OUR OPTIX APP TO PAY FOR CONSUMABLES.
:'''''If paying by cash, leave donations in a black payment box after login in Cheddar Up.'''''
:14", 24", and 30" stretcher boards mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.
:14", 24", and 30" stretcher boards mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.


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


===Printing Software===
===Printing Software===
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:'''[https://support.apple.com/guide/preview/print-pdfs-and-images-prvw15175/mac Preview]''' — Print directly from macOS 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 widths="200" heights="125">
Use the #printer-suite channel in Slack
File:Large vinyl banner.jpg|alt=Large Vinyl Banner by Debbie U|'''Large Vinyl Banner<br><i>by Debbie l Urquijo<br>(03/21/23)</i>'''
File:RPi poster.jpg|alt=Raspberry Pi poster|'''Poster for<br>Raspberry Pi event'''
File:RPi Books poster.jpg|alt=Raspberry Pi Books poster|'''Poster of<br>Raspberry Pi Books'''
File:Mountains poster.jpg|alt=Mountains poster|'''Poster of<br>Colorado Mountains'''
File:Electric car poster.jpg|alt=Electric car poster|'''Canvas print of<br>Electric car'''
File:Coffee mug poster.jpg|alt=Coffee mug poster|'''Large canvas print of<br>Coffee mug'''
</gallery>
 
{{Template:Showcase_blurb}}
 
==Additional Help ==
'''Links to related PPM Wiki pages:'''
 
:[[Printers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Printers'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Computers|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Windows'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]
 
:[[Computers -- Mac and Apple|<span style="color:#000000; background:#D0DD27">&nbsp;&nbsp;'''Computers — Mac and Apple'''&nbsp;&nbsp;</span>]]


:'''[[QR Codes]]'''
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.


:Use the #printer-suite channel in [https://bit.ly/ppmslack Slack!]
:[[How To Slack#PPM 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.
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[[Category:Hardware]]

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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