Poster Printing
Printing to The Poster Printer aka, doggett
doggett is CSAIL’s self-service large format printer, located just outside TIG, 32-270.
This printer is expensive to supply and maintain, it should only be used by CSAIL members for CSAIL research.
You can print to doggett only from the public CSAIL machine in the open area on the Second Floor outside of TIG. You must have a valid CSAIL account to log in.
doggett Quick Info
- Model: Canon imagePROGRAF Pro-4100 Printer
- Resolution: 2400 x 1200 dpi for incredibly sharp text and fine detail
- Paper: Canon Matte Coated Paper 42” (170 gsm)
Printing
For consistency, reliability, and ease of use, we recommend and support printing from .pdf’s.
Printing from the poster kiosk machine
- Log into the poster kiosk machine with your CSAIL username and password.
You must have a valid CSAIL account to log in. - Open your .pdf. Adobe Acrobat is the default reader.
- File Print
- Confirm poster printer “doggett” is selected (default)
- Click Properties confirm paper is set to “CSAIL Canon Matte Paper” (default)
- If the driver does not auto detect the paper, choose Coated Papers, “Canon Matte Coated Paper 170gsm”
- Click on the page setup tab Select your poster Page Size (30”x 40” is the default)
- If your page size is not listed, select “Custom Paper Size” and add your poster size
- Click OK to return to the Print Options screen
- (Optional) If you will be shrinking or expanding your image to fit the page size, select “Fit”
- Click Print to preview your print job
- Choose your “Layout Selection” to best conserve paper
- Click print to send to the printer.
- Your poster will print, and automatically cut when complete.
Poster Cutting
TIG has a large format mat and straight edge, sliding cutter for trimming your posters. It is located next to the printer. There are poster tubes available next to the printer if needed as well.
Paper Handling
If you need paper loaded, please ask TIG for assistance. If TIG is unavailable or this is during off-hours, you can change the paper roll yourself.
See this Canon video on loading and unloading paper on the 4100-Pro printer for more information.
Extra paper can be found in the rack next to the printer.
Unloading Paper and removing Roll Holder
- Click the “Load” button on the printer
- Tap “Replace Roll Paper 1” Yes
- Open the TOP COVER and the OUTPUT GUIDE COVER
- Using both hands remove the paper roll from the printer.
- Set the roll on the paper cutting table (under the stairwell) or other flat surface so that it does not roll or fall
- From the left side of the roll, push the HOLDER STOPPER LEVER (blue lever) toward shaft to release lock.
- Remove the HOLDER STOPPER from the left of the roll
- From the right of the roll, remove the ROLL HOLDER from roll paper.
Loading paper and inserting Roll Holder
- Click the “Load” button on the printer
- Tap “Load Roll Paper 1” Yes
- Open the TOP COVER and the OUTPUT GUIDE COVER
- With the leading edge of the paper facing you, set the roll on the paper cutting table (under the stairwell) or other flat surface so that it does not roll or fall
- With leading edge of roll paper facing you, insert the right ROLL HOLDER through the right side of roll. Insert firmly until roll paper touches the Roll Holder
- Insert HOLDER STOPPER from left onto the ROLL HOLDER, and while holding the roll in position push firmly until holder touches roll paper.
- Lift HOLDER STOPPER lever (blue lever) to lock.
- Using two hands move the paper to the printer
- If the leading edge of the roll paper is secured with tape or a paper bands, remove them now
- Insert the leading edge of the paper above the arrows directly beneath the roll, and feed roll paper until you hear a sound.
- Close the OUTPUT GUIDE COVER (press firmly on right)
- Close the TOP COVER
- Tap “Start Feeding” on touch panel. The paper will automatically load.
- For paper selection, choose “Coated Papers” “CSAIL Canon”
- The printer should be ready to print
Paper type
Canon Matte Coated Paper for Inkjet (170 gsm): This Matte Coated Paper has a high quality, good density, matte coating. It can print in very high resolution and perform well with graphics, signage, and posters. This 170gsm paper may be used for heavy-weight applications.
Help
Please feel free to stop into TIG for help. Or, drop us an email at help@csail.mit.edu