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[[File:Hp 510 Inkjet Printer.jpg|alt=HP 510 Inkjet Printer|thumb|267x267px|'''HP Designjet 510<br>4-Color Inkjet Printer<br><br>''']]
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:View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]'''
 
:View all '''[https://wiki.pikespeakmakerspace.org/index.php/About_PPM#PPM_Area_Captains PPM Area Captains]'''
 
===Classes===
 
===Classes===
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: Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
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:Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its [https://www.meetup.com/pikespeakmakerspace/events '''Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup''']
 
===Training===
 
===Training===
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:Be sure to log your printing job using the new Printer Usage Form.
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: Be sure to log your printing job using the new 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 necessary.
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: Use the small power button on the front, lower left of the printer for an "Emergency Stop", if necessary.
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: Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord.
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:Otherwise, to clear the printer, cycle the power using the power switch in the back, next to the power cord.
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=== Tips===
 
:'''-''' If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.
 
:'''-''' If printer reports "Print Head Path Error 2", check the (Illustrator) file to see if it has elements that need to be trimmed to fit within the artboard.
 
:'''-''' 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 even manually), just use the scissors instead.
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|[https://support.hp.com/us-en/product/hp-designjet-510-printer-series/3737526/manuals HP website]
 
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:Use scissors to cut canvas, (the media profile "Canvas" does not allow cutting.)
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: Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
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:Return all tools to their proper location after use. This rule applies to all areas of our Makerspace.
  
 
===[[Donations Received]]===
 
===[[Donations Received]]===
 
===[[Wish List#Large Format Printing|Wish List]]===
 
===[[Wish List#Large Format Printing|Wish List]]===
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: additional spindles and hubs for 3" diameter paper rolls
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:Additional spindles and hubs for 3" diameter paper rolls
  
 
==Benefits and Policies==
 
==Benefits and Policies==
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===Materials===
 
===Materials===
 
:'''Cost'''
 
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:Photo Paper $3.00 per foot
 
:Canvas $3.00 per foot
 
:Canvas $3.00 per foot
 
:'''Donate for Materials:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]''' (use "Other" drop down menu)
 
:'''Donate for Materials:  [https://bit.ly/ppmstuff bit.ly/ppmstuff]''' (use "Other" drop down menu)
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=== Red Tags===
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===Red Tags===
 
  
 
:Use a '''[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tag]]''', which can be found in the '''red tag area''', to designate broken equipment.
 
:Use a '''[[New Member Orientation#Red Tags|Red Tag]]''', which can be found in the '''red tag area''', to designate broken equipment.
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===Design Software===
 
===Design Software===
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:'''[[Adobe Illustrator Tips|Adobe Illustrator]]'''
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:[[Adobe Illustrator Tips|'''Adobe Illustrator''']]
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:'''[[Adobe Photoshop Tips|Adobe Photoshop]]'''
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:[[Adobe Photoshop Tips|'''Adobe Photoshop''']]
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:'''[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips|CorelDRAW X6]]'''
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:[[CorelDRAW X6 Tips|'''CorelDRAW X6''']]
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:'''[[Inkscape Tips|Inkscape]]'''
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:[[Inkscape Tips|'''Inkscape''']]
 
:[[Procreate app Tips|'''Procreate''']] (Tips, Training and Meetups)
 
:[[Procreate app Tips|'''Procreate''']] (Tips, Training and Meetups)
  
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===Printing Software===
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=== 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/welcome/mac Preview]''' -- Print directly from Macintosh applications, including Preview
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==See Also==
 
==See Also==
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===[[Rotary Cutter]]===
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Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):
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:A 59" Rotary Cutter is available to trim large paper projects (but not fabric.)
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:'''[[Computers]]'''
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:[[Rotary Cutter|'''Rotary Cutter''']]
  
 
==Curated Links==
 
==Curated Links==
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Links to other sites (external links):
 
:'''[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/manuals HP DesignJet 510 42-in Printer - Manuals]'''
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:'''[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==
 
==Other Fun Stuff==

Revision as of 23:41, 10 August 2022

The Large Format Printing Area at Pikes Peak Makerspace (PPM) consists mostly of Level 2 equipment.
Additional training is required to use our Level 2 equipment.



HP 510 Inkjet Printer
HP Designjet 510
4-Color Inkjet Printer
(12 April 2022)

Safety First

Members must know the following information:

In case of emergency, call 911.
Our physical location is:
735 East Pikes Peak Avenue
Colorado Springs, CO 80903
use this when ordering pizza or an ambulance
  • Emergency sign

    IN CASE OF
    EMERGENCY
    sign

PPM Fire Escape Plan

Fire Escape Plan maps are posted throughout the Makerspace.
There are 7 fire extinguishers on the fire escape plan map. Review the PPM Fire Escape Plan for locations.
  • PPM Emergency Evacuation Plan 040721

    PPM Emergency
    Evacuation Plan.pdf

  • PPM Fire Prevention Plan 0407022

    PPM Fire
    Prevention Plan.pdf

  • PPM Fire Escape Plan

    PPM Fire Escape
    Plan

First Aid

There is a FIRST AID Supply Cabinet in our Kitchen Area.
FIRST AID Kits are available in four areas: the Kitchen, Metal Shop, Wood Shop and CNC Room.
  • FIRST AID Supply Cabinet

    FIRST AID
    Supply Cabinet

  • FIRST AID kit

    FIRST AID
    Kit

Eye Wash Stations

Emergency Eye & Face Wash Stations are mounted in four areas: the Kitchen, Wood Shop, CNC Room and Vented Room.
  • EMERGENCY EYE & FACE WASH STATION

    Emergency
    Eye & Face Wash
    Station

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Wear protective equipment in all Wood and Metal Shop Areas.
Wear gloves when using Isopropyl Alcohol and other cleaners.
  • SAFETY GOGGLES

    Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Hazardous Chemicals

All hazardous chemicals must be stored in the yellow hazardous chemical storage cabinet located in the Vented Room.
Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) information of unknown products before use.
SDS information is available via the QR code on the hazardous chemical storage cabinet or this spreadsheet.
Do not bring dangerous chemicals to the makerspace.
Spray paint, stains, and other approved items must be stored in the hazardous chemical storage cabinet in the Vented Room.
Please DO NOT paint indoors.
  • flammables cabinet

    Flammables Cabinet

Classes and Training

New Member Orientation

Area Captain -- Volunteers needed

To help out with the Large Format Printer, post your ideas/comments on Slack.
View all PPM Area Captains

Classes

Pikes Peak Makerspace announces its Upcoming events, including classes, on Meetup

Training

Be sure to log your printing job using the new Printer Usage Form.
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.)
  • Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf
    Large Format Printer Usage Form.pdf
  • 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)
  • HP Designjet 510 brochure
    HP Designjet 510
    brochure.pdf


Warn.png The following pages contain historical information. The pages are provided for reference only.

Captured transcript of Large Format Printer Refresher video (by former PPM member Logan Henning):

  • Captured transcript of Refresher video


Tips

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

For Additional Help

Use the #large-format-printer channel in Slack!

Equipment Lists

Large Format Printers

Picture Item Manufacturer Model
Number 		Estimated
Value 		Manual Status Problem
Description
HP Designjet 510
 Large Format

4-Color

Inkjet Printer

Level 2 badge
Logo hp
 hp

Designjet

510

?

 HP website Memory upgrade,

160 -> 416 MB

Working

(08/10/22)

3D printed spindle hub
 2" spindle hub

(3D-printed)

Trevor Banks N/A N/A designed by

Trevor Banks

(04/12/22)

3D printed spindle hub adapter
 3" to 2" spindle hub adapter

(3D-printed)

Trevor Banks N/A N/A designed by

Trevor Banks

(04/16/22)

Picture
Item
Manufacturer
Model
Number
Estimated
Value
Manual
Status
Problem
Description

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.

Donations Received

Wish List

Additional spindles and hubs for 3" diameter paper rolls

Benefits and Policies

PPM members enjoy discounts at the following local merchants:
(walk in, show proof of membership)
Company Website Benefit Directions to
Logo WOODCRAFT
 Woodcraft of Colorado Springs 10% discount    4438 Austin Bluffs Parkway
Logo CO Lumber
 CO Lumber Specialties 10% discount 3636 Stone Avenue
Logo General Air
 GENERAL AIR 10% discount 3031 N Nevada Ave.
Logo ACE
 ACE Hardware Uintah Gardens 10% discount 1830 W Uintah Street
Map of stores that provide PPM member discounts
Map of helpful local resources curated by our makers
At home LightBurn subscriptions can be purchased at a discounted rate for being a PPM member.
The discount code is saved as a Pinned Message in our 'laser-cutter' channel in Slack.

Equipment Reservations

Materials

Cost
Plain Paper $1.00 per foot
Photo Paper $3.00 per foot
Canvas $3.00 per foot
Donate for Materials: bit.ly/ppmstuff (use "Other" drop down menu)
Or, leave donations in a black payment box, or use a QR code.
14", 24", and 30" (Fredrix brand) stretcher boards, stretcher tool and stapler for mounting canvas prints, cost TBD.

Large Format Printing Supplies

Item Weight Size Core Size

2 or 3 in

Quantity Recommendation Date
HP Everyday Instant-Dry

Gloss Photo Paper

42" 2 in
1
 5/12/22
HP Everyday Blockout

Display Film

36inx100ft 2 in
2

(1 unopened)

4/16/22
Presentation Grade Matte Paper 36"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 30"
1
Premium Matte Paper 47lb 24"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 33"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 23.5"
3
Heavy Weight Coated Paper 36"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 24"
2
Translucent Bond Paper 15lb 24"
1
Off White Bond Paper 24"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 36"
1
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 11"
4
 Sell
Bright White Bond Paper 20lb 11.5"
2
 Sell
Translucent Bond Paper 15lb 36"
6
 Sell
Translucent Bond Paper 15lb 48"
2
 Sell -- too wide
Item
Weight
Size
Core Size
2 or 3 in
Quantity
Recommendation
Date

Red Tags

Use a Red Tag, which can be found in the red tag area, to designate broken equipment.

Scrap and Trash

Trash day is MONDAY
Recycling day is MONDAY (96 gallon tote)
Single Stream Recycling provided by Waste Connections. Paper, cardboard, cans, glass, and one time use plastics.
Empty recycling and trash into our dumpster at the back (south side) of the building.
Always leave the space better than you found it.

Software

Design Software

Adobe Illustrator
Adobe Photoshop
CorelDRAW X6
Inkscape
Procreate (Tips, Training and Meetups)

Printing Software

Adobe Acrobat
Preview -- Print directly from Macintosh applications, including Preview

Member Showcase

  • Car show sign.jpg
    Abbey car show
    posters
  • Raspberry Pi poster
    Raspberry Pi
    poster
  • Raspberry Pi Books poster
    Raspberry Pi Books
    poster
  • Mountains poster
    Mountains
    poster
  • Electric car poster
    Electric car
    canvas print
  • MOTOMINDED window curtains
    MOTOMINDED
    window curtains
    (Chris Vestal)
  • Record printout
    "Record" printout
    100 inches long
    (October 2016)
For even more member projects, visit our #showcase channel on Slack, or follow our social media links.

See Also

Links to other PPM Wiki pages (internal links):

Computers
Rotary Cutter

Curated Links

Links to other sites (external links):

HP DesignJet 510 42-in Printer - Manuals
HP Designjet 510 Series Printers - Specifications

Other Fun Stuff

Consider Hofstadter's law


PPM Tool Color Map — Interactive
Search the PPM Wiki — include both Content pages and Multimedia
Contact Us if you cannot find your answer here on our Wiki, or you notice something is outdated.
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