Sony DPP FP55 User Manual

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Troubleshooting
4Place the protective sheet into the
paper tray with the no-imprint
side facing up.
                      surface without imprints
If the protective sheet sticks to the ink
ribbon, that may cause damage to the
printer. Check the following before
you start cleaning.
•The protective sheet has been
inserted with the no-imprint side
facing up.
•The protective sheet you are using is
the one designed for this printer.
5Set the paper tray into the printer
and press PRINT.
The cleaning cartridge and protective
sheet will clean inside the printer.
During printing the PRINT indicator
flashes.
After the cleaning is finished, the
protective sheet is automatically
ejected.
6Remove the cleaning cartridge
and protective sheet from the
printer.
Tip
Keep the cleaning cartridge and protective sheet
together for future cleaning.
When cleaning ends
Set the print cartridge and print paper into
the printer.
Notes
•Carry out cleaning only when there are white
lines or dots on the print.
•When you can obtain proper printing
performances, cleaning will not improve the
printed picture quality.
•The maximum cleaning times that you can
carry out is approximately 20. As the number
of cleaning times increases, the cleaning loses
its effect.
•Do not place the protective sheet on the print
paper and carry out cleaning, which may
cause paper jam or other troubles.
•If a cleaning does not improve printed picture
quality, please carry out cleaning a couple of
times.
•You cannot clean the printer while it is
connected to a PC or a PictBridge camera.
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Precautions
On safety
•Be careful not to set or drop any heavy
objects on the power cord, or to damage
the power cord in any way. Never
operate this printer with a damaged
power cord.
• Should any solid object or liquid fall into
the cabinet, unplug the printer and have
it checked by qualified personnel before
operating it any further.
• Never disassemble the printer.
• To disconnect the power cord, pull it out
by the plug. Never pull the power cord
itself.
• When the printer is not going to be used
for an extended period of time,
disconnect the power cord from the wall
outlet.
• Do not handle the printer roughly.
• To reduce the risk of electrical shock,
always unplug the printer from the
electrical outlet before cleaning and
servicing the printer.
On installation
•Avoid placing the printer in a location
subject to:
– vibration
– high humidity
– excessive dust
– direct sunlight
– extremely high or low temperatures
• Do not use electrical equipment near the
printer. The printer will not work
properly in electromagnetic fields.
• Do not place heavy objects on the
printer.
• Leave enough room around the printer
so that the ventilation holes are not
blocked. Blocking these holes may cause
internal heat build-up.
On the AC adaptor
•Be sure to use the AC adaptor supplied
with the printer.  Do not use other AC
adaptors, as this may cause a
malfunction.
• Do not use the supplied AC adaptor to
other devices.
• Do not use an electrical transformer
(travel converter), as this may cause
overheat or a malfunction.
• In case the cord of the AC adaptor is
damaged, never use it any longer, as this
may cause danger.
On moisture condensation
If the printer is brought directly from a
cold location to a warm location or placed
in an extremely warm or humid room,
moisture may condense inside the unit. In
such cases the printer will probably not
work properly and may even develop a
fault if you persist in using it. If moisture
condensation occurs, unplug the AC
power cord of the printer and do not use
the printer for at least one hour.
On transport
When you transport the printer, remove
the print cartridge, paper tray, AC adaptor,
the memory card, or an external device
from the printer and put the printer and its
peripherals in the original box with the
protective packaging.
If you no longer have the original box and
packing parts, use similar packing material
so that the printer will not be damaged
while being transported.
On cleaning
Clean the cabinet, panel and controls with
a soft dry cloth, or a soft cloth lightly
moistened with a mild detergent solution.
Do not use any type of solvent, such as
alcohol or benzine, which may damage the
finish.
Additional information
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Additional information
On restrictions on duplication
If duplicating documents with the printer,
pay special attention to the following:
•Duplication of banknotes, coins, or
securities is against the law.
• Duplication of blank certificates,
licenses, passports, private securities, or
unused postal stamps is also against the
law.
• TV program, films, video tapes, others’
portraits or other materials may be
copyrighted.  Unauthorized video
printing of such materials may infringe
the provisions of the copyright law.About the Memory
Cards
About the “Memory Stick”
What is “Memory Stick”?
“Memory Stick” is a compact-size IC
recording medium with a large capacity. It
has been designed not only for
exchanging/sharing digital data among
“Memory Stick” complaint products, but
also for serving as an insertable/
removable external storage medium that
can save data.
Types of “Memory Stick”
“Memory Stick” is available in the
following types to meet various functional
requirements:
•“Memory Stick” (Not compatible with
“MagicGate”):  “Memory Stick” stores
any type of data except copyright-
protected data that requires the
“MagicGate” copyright protection
technology.
• “MagicGate Memory Stick” :  Equipped
with the “MagicGate” copyright
protection technology.
• “Memory Stick” (Compatible with
“MagicGate”): Equipped with the
“MagicGate” copyright protection
technology and compatible with high
speed data transfer.  This “Memory
Stick” can be used with the “Memory
Stick” compliant devices.  (Data transfer
speed depends on the “Memory Stick”-
compatible device.)
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•“Memory Stick PRO” :  Equipped with
the “MagicGate” copyright protection
technology. The “Memory Stick PRO”
can be used only with “Memory Stick
PRO” compliant devices.
• “Memory Stick-ROM”:  “Memory Stick-
ROM” stores pre-recorded, read-only
data. You cannot record on “Memory
Stick-ROM” or erase pre-recorded data.
x About “Memory Stick Duo” and
“Memory Stick PRO Duo”
“Memory Stick Duo” is  smaller than the
standard-size “Memory Stick” media. By
attaching a Duo adaptor, it can become the
same size as the standard-size “Memory
Stick” so it can also be used in products
compatible with standard-size “Memory
Stick” media.
x About “Memory Stick Micro” (“M2”)
media
“Memory Stick Micro” (“M2”) media is
even smaller than the “Memory Stick Duo”
media. The M2 media comes with an
adaptor for the standard size and that for
the “Memory Stick Duo” size. By attaching
either of the adaptors, the “Memory Stick
Micro” media can also be used in products
compatible with standard-size “Memory
Stick PRO” or “Memory Stick PRO Duo”.Types of “Memory Stick” that
the printer can use
With the printer, you can use the following
types of “Memory Stick”*4:
Function
Displaying/
Printing
Deleting/
Saving/
Formatting Memory Stick media type
Media other than
Memory Stick PRO
*2
Memory
Stick (Not
compatible
with
MagicGate)
OK Memory
Stick
(MagicGate
Compatible)
MagicGate
Memory
Stick
OK
*1
Memory
Stick
PRO
*2*3
OK*1
OK OK*1OK*1
*1 Data reading/recording that requires
“MagicGate” copyright protection cannot be
performed.
*2 The printer is equipped with a slot compatible with both standard-size and Duo-size media.
Without a Memory Stick Duo adaptor, you
can use both standard-size “Memory Stick”
and compact-size “Memory Stick Duo”.
*3 When using the “Memory Stick Micro” with the printer, always insert it into an M2
adaptor. If you insert the “Memory Stick
Micro” into the printer without an M2
adaptor, you may be unable to remove the
“Memory Stick Micro”.
*4 The printer supports FAT32. The printer has been demonstrated as operable with a
“Memory Stick” with a capacity of 4GB or
smaller manufactured by Sony Corporation.
However, we do not guarantee the operations
of all the “Memory Stick” media.
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Additional information
What is “MagicGate”?
“MagicGate” is the general name of a
copyright protection technology developed
by Sony. This technology provides
authentication and encryption;  mutual
confirmation is performed between the
“Memory Stick” media and the
“MagicGate” compliant device that the
other can record and play the copyright-
protected data correctly.  When the
authentication is established, the data
encryption is performed.
When the data is played, the
authentication is also performed. Only
when authentication is established, the
data is decrypted to the original status and
played. Copyright-protected data cannot
be played with a device other than
authenticated ones.
The printer is not equipped with the
“MagicGate” technology and cannot read
or write the data subject to the
“MagicGate” copyright protection.
Notes on use
• Do not insert multiple “Memory Stick” at the
same time, which may cause trouble with the
printer.
• When using a “Memory Stick”, make sure to
check correct insertion direction. Wrong usage
may cause trouble with the printer.
• Do not place the “Memory Stick Duo” or
“Memory Stick Micro” within the reach of a
small child to prevent him from swallowing it
by accident.
• Avoid removing the “Memory Stick” from the
printer while the printer is reading or writing
data.
• Data may be damaged in such occasions:
–“Memory Stick” is removed or the printer
is turned off during a read or write
operation.
– “Memory Stick” is used in a location
subject to static electricity or electrical
noises.
• We recommend that you save backup of the
important data. •
The data processed with the computer may
not be played with the printer.
• When you format a “Memory Stick”, use the
format function of the printer or your digital
camera. If you format a “Memory Stick” with
your computer, images may not be displayed
properly.
• When you format a “Memory Stick”, all the
data including the protected image files will
be erased. To avoid erasing important data by
accident, make sure to check the content
before formatting.
LOCKLOCK
Write
protect
position
Write
enable
position
Connector
Place the label here. Write-protect switch
• You cannot record, edit or delete data if you
slide the write-protect switch to LOCK.
• When you use a “Memory Stick Duo” without
the write-protect switch, be careful not to edit
or delete the data by accident.
• When you slide the write-protect switch of the
“Memory Stick Duo”, use a thin-pointed
device.
• Do not attach any other material than the
supplied label on the labeling position. When
you attach the supplied label, be sure to attach
it to the labeling position. Be careful that the
label does not stick out.
• When you write on the memo area of the
attached label, do not write forcefully.
• When you carry or store the “Memory Stick”,
put it in the case supplied with it.
• Do not touch the terminal of the “Memory
Stick” with your hand or a metal object.
• Do not strike, bend or drop the “Memory
Stick”.
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory
Stick”.
• Do not expose the “Memory Stick” to water.
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•Do not use or store the “Memory Stick” under
the following conditions:
–Locations beyond the required operational
conditions including locations such as the
hot interior of a car parked in the sun or/
and in the summer, the outdoors exposed
to direct sunlight, or a place near a heater.
– Humid locations or locations with corrosive
substances present
About the SD card
The SD card slot of the printer allows you
to use an SD memory card*1 and  MMC
standard memory card*2.
*1 The printer supports FAT32. The printer has been demonstrated as operable with an SD
card with a capacity of 2 GB or smaller. To use
a miniSD card, you need an adaptor.
*2 The printer has been demonstrated as operable with an MMC standard memory
card with a capacity of 128 MB or smaller .
We do not guarantee proper operations for
all types of SD cards/MMC standard
memory cards.
Notes on use
• When using a card, make sure to check correct
insertion direction of the card and correct
insertion slot.
• You cannot read or write the data subject to
the copyright protection. (SD card)
• Do not strike, drop, or bend a card.
• Do not disassemble or modify a card.
• Do not expose a card to water.
• Avoid using a card in areas subject to high
humidity, since it may be easily affected by
the humidity.
• Do not use or store a card in a location subject
to:
–extremely high temperature such as the hot
inside of a car or the outdoors exposed to a direct sunlight, or a place near a heater.
– direct sunlight
– high humidity or corrosive substances
– static electricity or electrical noises
• When you carry or store a card, put it in the
case supplied with it.
• Do not remove a card or turn off the printer
while the printer is reading or writing data
and the access indicator is flashing.
Otherwise, data may be rendered unreadable
or erased.
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Additional information
Specifications
x Printer
Printing method
Dye sublimation printing  (Yellow/
Magenta/Cyan 3 pass)
Resolution 300 (H) x 300 (V) dpi
Equivalent to
3 color Ink-Jet 4800 dpi x 4800 dpi 
*1
6 color Ink-Jet 3810 dpi x 3810 dpi *2
Image processing per dot256 levels (8 bits for each Yellow/
Magenta/Cyan), approx. 16 770 000
colors
Printing size Post Card (4 x 6 inch) size:101.6 x 152.4 mm (maximum,
borderless)
Printing time (per sheet)
*3
Memory card*4: Approx. 63 seconds
PictBridge mode*5: Approx. 71 seconds
PC mode*6: Approx. 60 seconds
Input/Output connectors USB for PC connection USB 1.1
(Type B)Highspeed is not supported.
PictBridge connector
Slot “Memory Stick” insertion slot
SD Card insertion slot Compatible image file formats
JPEG: DCF 2.0 compatible, Exif
  2.21
compatible, JFIF*7
TIFF: Exif 2.21 compatible
BMP*8: 24bit Windows format
Some image file formats are not
compatible.
Maximum number of pixels to be
handled 6 400(H) x 4 800(V) dots
(Excluding Index Print and part of
Creative Print)
Maximum number of files to be handled
9 999 files for a memory card/an
external device
Print cartridge/Print Paper See “Preparing the print pack” on
page 11.
LCD panel 5.0 cm (2.0 type) TFT drive
Total number of dots:
86636 (358 x 242) dots
Power requirements
DC IN jack, DC 24V
Power consumption While printing: 75 W (maximum)
On standby mode: less than 1W
Operating temperature 5 ˚C to 35 ˚C (41 ˚F to 95 ˚F)
Dimensions Approx. 175 x 60 x 137 mm
(7 x 2 
3/8 x 5 1/2 inches)
(w/h/d, excluding protruding parts)
(306 mm (12 
1/8 inches) of depth when
the paper tray is installed.)
Mass
Approx.  1.1 kg (2 lb 7 oz)
(excluding the paper tray, print
cartridge, AC power adaptor)
Supplied accessories See “Checking the contents of the
package” on page 10.
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x AC power adaptor AC-S2425
Power requirements
AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 1.5 to
0.75 A
Rated output voltage DC 24 V, 2.2 A
Operating temperature 5 ˚C to 35 ˚C (41 ˚F to 95 ˚F)
Dimensions
Approx. 60 x 30.5 x 122 mm
(2 
3/8  x 1 1/4 x 4 7/8 inches)
(w/h/d, excluding protruding parts)
Mass Approx.  305 g (11 oz)
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
*1: When the 16 x 16 matrix is used: 300 x 16 = 4,800 dpi
*2: When the 12.7 x 12.7 matrix is used: 300 x 12.7 = 3,810 dpi
*3: When photo of 3.11MB file size containing effective picture elements of 7,200,000 is
taken by DSC-T30 (7Mega Cyber-shot)
*4: Time from when the PRINT button is pressed to when printing is finished while
printing from a “Memory Stick PRO Duo”
inserted in the printer ’s slot (The printing
time may vary depending on a used
equipment, a format of an image, a used
memory card, settings of an application
and operating conditions.)
*5: Time from when the print button on the display window of the camera is pressed to
when printing is finished via DSC-T30
connected by USB cable
*6:
The time for data processing and
transferring is excluded.
*7: Baseline JPEG with 4:4:4, 4:2:2, or 4:2:0 format
*8: You cannot print using the Picture Motion Browser.
Customer support home page
The latest support information is available at
the following home page address:
http://www.sony.net/
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Additional information
Printing range
Postcard size152.4 mm/6 inch
(1 800 dots)
95.5 mm/
3 
7/8 inch
 (1 128 dots) 101.6 mm/
4 inch
(1 200 dots)
146.3 mm/5 
7/8 inch
(1 728 dots)
Border print range
Borderless print
range
Perforations
The above illustrations are those when an image with a 2:3 aspect ratio \
is printed.
The printing range differs for a border or a borderless print.
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Glossary
Auto Fine Print  3The function automatically corrects the
picture quality so that an image may be
printed in more vivid, clear and
beautiful pictures.  It is especially
effective for a darker image with low
contrast.  The pictures are corrected to
reproduce natural skin colors, vivid tree
leaf green, or clear sky blue.
DCF (Design rule for Camera File system) This camera conforms with the DCF
(Design rule for Camera File system)
standard established by JEITA (Japan
Electronics and Information Technology
Industries Association) to maintain file
exchangeability and compatibility
between digital cameras and related
products. Complete exchangeability and
compatibility, however, are not
guaranteed.
DPOF (Digital Print Order Format) The format used to record the
information necessary for automatically
printing images shot by a digital camera
at a printing shop or with a home-use
printer. The printer supports DPOF
printing and can automatically print the
preset number of copies of the DPOF
preset images.
Exif 2.21 (Exif Print) Exif (Exchangeable image file format for
digital cameras) Print is a global
standard for digital photo printing.  A
digital camera supporting Exif Print
stores the data relevant to the conditions
of shooting as each shot is taken.  The
printer utilises the Exif Print data stored
in each image file to ensure the printed
result matches the original shot as
closely as possible
*1.
 *1 When the “Auto Fine Print 3” is enabled and an image (JPEG file) is shot by an Exif
Print (Exif 2.21)-compliant digital camera,
the image is automatically adjusted to its
optimum picture quality and printed.
Mass Storage System
Various types devices for storing large
amounts of data, including all types of
disk drives (floppy disks, hard disks,
optical disks) or tape media. Unlike flash
memory, mass storage devices retain
data even when the PC or unit is turned
off.
“Memory Stick”/SD card Compact, light, removable storage
media.  For details see pages 83 to 86.
PictBridge A standard specified by Camera &
Imaging Products Association that
allows you to connect PictBridge-
complaint digital camera directly to the
printer without a PC, enabling direct
printing on the spot.
Thumbnails Miniature images for representing the
original images that are stored in the
image files taken by a digital camera.
The printer uses thumbnails in the image
list.
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