KIP Request Operator’s Guide

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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................................................ 1 
Main Screen ................................................................................................................................... 2 
Simple Printing ................................................................................................................................ 3 
Function / Feature Details .................................................................................................................... 5 
Folder Select .................................................................................................................................. 5 
Select a folder................................................................................................................. 5 
Folder up .......................................................................................................................... 5 
Display File types “Browse for” ..................................................................................... 5 
File Select ........................................................................................................................................ 6 
Select a file ...................................................................................................................... 6 
Recall Last File(s) ............................................................................................................. 7 
Select All .......................................................................................................................... 7 
Unselect All ...................................................................................................................... 7 
Job List............................................................................................................................................. 8 
Selected Files .................................................................................................................. 8 
Enlarge / Reduce / Enhanced Scaling ....................................................................... 8 
Pen Table ......................................................................................................................... 9 
Stamp ............................................................................................................................... 9 
Fold ................................................................................................................................. 10 
File Order ....................................................................................................................... 13 
Key Job Settings .......................................................................................................................... 14 
Requester ...................................................................................................................... 14 
Job Number .................................................................................................................. 14 
Description .................................................................................................................... 14 
Requested Time ............................................................................................................ 14 
Date................................................................................................................................ 14 
Enlarge / Reduce ......................................................................................................... 15 
Media Type ................................................................................................................... 15 
Pen Table ....................................................................................................................... 15 
# of Copies .................................................................................................................... 15 
Collate ........................................................................................................................... 15 
Advanced Job Settings.............................................................................................................. 16 
Pen Configuration ........................................................................................................ 17 
Advanced Settings Button .......................................................................................... 19 
Line Width Compensation .......................................................................................... 19 
Clip to Image Size ........................................................................................................ 20 
Use Round End Capping............................................................................................. 21 
Turn Merge On .............................................................................................................. 21 
Raster Photo Mode ...................................................................................................... 21 
Raster Density Level ..................................................................................................... 22 
Photo Dither Pattern (Raster)...................................................................................... 22 
Enlarge / Reduce / Force Size .................................................................................... 23 
Image Information ....................................................................................................... 23 
Scheme .......................................................................................................................... 24 
Enlarge / Reduce ......................................................................................................... 24 
Roll Size ........................................................................................................................... 24 
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Length ............................................................................................................................ 24 

Rotation ......................................................................................................................... 24 
Ignore Force Size .......................................................................................................... 24 
Nest ................................................................................................................................. 25 
Margins........................................................................................................................... 25 
Refresh Image ............................................................................................................... 25 
View Box ........................................................................................................................ 25 
Rotation ......................................................................................................................... 26 
Stamp ............................................................................................................................. 27 
Stamp Schemes............................................................................................................ 27 
Use Text .......................................................................................................................... 27 
Use Image ..................................................................................................................... 27 
Set Font .......................................................................................................................... 28 
Stamp Placement and Margin Area ........................................................................ 28 
Text Rotation – Pull down ............................................................................................ 28 
Text / Graphic Gap – Text Field.................................................................................. 28 
Graphic Rotation – Pull down .................................................................................... 29 
Graphic Placement – Pull down ................................................................................ 29 
Merge Type – Pull down .............................................................................................. 29 
Screening – Pull down ................................................................................................. 29 
Text Settings Area ......................................................................................................... 29 
Macro – Pull down Menu ............................................................................................ 30 
Graphic Image Settings Area .................................................................................... 30 
Preview Stamp .............................................................................................................. 30 
Header Label ................................................................................................................ 30 
Mirror............................................................................................................................... 30 
Invert............................................................................................................................... 31 
Quick View .................................................................................................................... 31 
2 – Up Printing................................................................................................................ 32 
Printer Selection ........................................................................................................................... 33 
Printer Information ....................................................................................................................... 33 
Menu ............................................................................................................................................. 33 
File ................................................................................................................................... 33 
View ................................................................................................................................ 33 
Sort .................................................................................................................................. 34 
Option ............................................................................................................................ 35 
Manage ......................................................................................................................... 38 
Transfer ........................................................................................................................... 39 
DropBox ........................................................................................................................................ 40 
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Retrieve Scans ...................................................................................................................................... 40 

Retrieve Scans ...................................................................................................................................... 41 
Mailbox Retrieval ......................................................................................................................... 41 
Mailbox File Deletion................................................................................................................... 43 
Request Installation ............................................................................................................................. 45 
Installation..................................................................................................................................... 45 
Windows Driver Access ............................................................................................... 45 
CD Installation ............................................................................................................... 46 
First Time Run ................................................................................................................. 46 
Master Password........................................................................................................... 46 
Connection to KIP Printers.......................................................................................................... 47 
Find KIP Printers ............................................................................................................. 47 
Other Installation Considerations.............................................................................................. 48 
Prompt Setup ................................................................................................................ 48 
Pen Tables ..................................................................................................................... 48 
Advanced Configuration and Settings .................................................................... 48 
Appendix .............................................................................................................................................. 49 
Technical description ................................................................................................................. 49 
INI Configuration ......................................................................................................................... 51 
Creating Productivity Reports ................................................................................................... 55 
Printing DWF files .......................................................................................................................... 61 
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Introduction
KIP Request software can be used to send documents, or sets of documents, to a KIP Printer. Request
can be used from a workstation enabling users to print across a network. It has many advanced
features and powerful functions to allow customization of prints.

Using the Request software, allows the “requester” a number of adjustable options like selection of
username, job number, media type, zoom, number of copies, description of job, pen table adjustments,
time / date selection, invert, mirror, stamping, header and fold options to name a few features.

The Request package also allows configuration of the KIP IPS. This includes scan to FTP location,
accounting to include Passwords and Usernames, as well as retrieve scanned images from KIP IPS
Mailboxes.

It is also used to configure KIP PrintNet another submission utility that is web browser based.

The KIP Request software is a comprehensive tool which allows access to the advanced functions and
features for the KIP IPS.

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Main Screen
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NO. NAME FUNCTION
Click on the “name” to select the printer you wish to print to if more
1 Printer Selection than one KIP device installed.
Menu for functions in the GUI and configuration of the software /
2 Menu system.
3 Folder Select Use this region to select the folder you wish to print files from.
4 File Select Displays the files in a folder to allow selection.
5 Submit After file selection and adjustments, sends job for printing.
6 Key Job Settings This area allows the key details to be applied to a job, if so needed.
Files can be pre-viewed prior to printing. Click on this area to pre-
7 Pre -View view a file.
Displays current printer roll information or status as well as basic job
8 Printer / Job Info / file information
9 Job List Displays files for printing and any function applied to the file
10 Dropbox For drag and drop function of file selection
Allows advanced job and print configurations, such as Zoom,
11 Advanced Job Settings Stamp, Fold, and Pen Control and 2 Up Printing.
12 Version Number Displays the current version of the KIP Software
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Simple Printing
The following describes how to make a basic job submission to the KIP printer.

1. Click on the “KIP Request” icon on your Desk Top

2. Or from the “Start” button click on:

a. All Programs

b. KIP Programs

c. KIP Request

3. Browse to the folder where the files

you wish to print are located on your
local PC or on the network. (usual
Windows mouse functions for folder
selection)

4. Click on the file(s) to print which will

be shown with a “check mark” in the
box beside the file.

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5. The files selected will now also be shown in the lower box noting any zoom, pen, stamp and fold
to be applied.

6. Complete any Key Job Settings that

may be required such as user name,
zoom, media type, collation and
number of copies / sets.

7. Press the Submit Print Job button.

8. The files selected will be printed.

NOTE:

Later in this manual, descriptions of custom settings which you may wish to apply to prints, are
detailed. Custom settings should be configured prior to selection of the files.

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Function / Feature Details

Folder Select

Select a folder
a. Using the mouse to select a drive letter, computer or other
location on the PC or network where the files to be printed
are located.

b. Click once to view the files within displayed in the

file region.

Folder up
The Folder Up icon takes you to the next higher folder in the folder structure.

Display File types “Browse for”

Request can be configured to only display files that are printable in the File
Select area or to display all file types. The Configured Types are set by the
administrator. Please see the INI. configuration for details on how to set this
feature’s function.

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File Select

Select a file
a. After selection of the folder which contains the files for
printing, files within the folder will be displayed in this area.
The details of the file are also noted, such as size type etc.

Note: This area can be resized within the region provided.

b. Click on the file to be printed: a red Check will indicate

that they are selected.

c. If an invalid file is selected, which cannot be printed, a

note box will appear. ( in this case a .hlp file can not be
printed )

File types which can be selected are:

HPGL/2 formats (.plt, .hpg, .gl2, .000, .rtl, .906, .907, etc.)
HPGL formats
HP-RTL formats
Autodesk DWF (.dwf)
Adobe Portable Document Format (.pdf)*
Postscript (.ps)*
Encapsulated Postscript (.eps)*
TIFF Group 4 (.tif)
CALS Group 4 (.cal)
PCX Monochrome (.pcx)
Intergraph (.cit)
JPEG (.jpg)
Computer Graphics Metafile (.cgm)*
Government Group 4 (.c4)
ASCII File formats (.txt, et cetera)
KIP Format (.tlc)
All file formats are registered to there respective companies. * Requires an Option
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These are some of the most common file extensions. If the file extension differs and the file still
remains a valid type, it will print. That is a .plt file can be renamed .xyz and as long as the structure
remains intact the file will print.

Recall Last File(s)

The last file(s) sent to be printed (after you press the Submit Button) can
be recalled with this button. This allows quick resubmission if required for
additional changes and sets.

Select All
This button selects all files in the current folder.

Unselect All
This button deselects all files in the current folder

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Job List

Selected Files
Once selected all files to be printed are listed here. It includes the file name (with location structure),
pen table, stamp and fold pattern to be applied to each file. This region allows further settings to be
applied to the selected file(s).

Note: This area can be resized within the region provided.

Enlarge / Reduce / Enhanced Scaling

Using KIP Request 6.5 and above, it is possible to scale images to a paper size that is not locked to a
particular roll size.

For instance, if you have an architectural “D-Size” original that is 36 inches wide and 24 inches long
and wanted to scale this to an engineering “A-Size” that is 12 inches wide and 9 inches long, you
simply have to select the image and then choose A Size from the Enlarge/Reduce column in the
selected files area.

Other zoom settings can be applied from the Advanced Job Settings.

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Pen Table
Pen type and styles can be applied to vector or hybrid files. They can include pen widths, raster
density, junctions, etc. Please see the Pens in section for greater details.

The name of the applied pen table is displayed here and can be changed prior to printing.

a. Click on the “pen Table” of the file you wish to change

b. A drop down arrow will appear

c. Select a predetermined pen table.

Stamp
Stamps (or watermarks) can be applied to any printed document. Please see Pens in section for
greater details.

The name of the applied stamp is displayed here and can be changed prior to printing.

a. Click on the Stamp of the file you wish to change

b. A drop down arrow will appear

c. Select a predetermined stamp.

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Fold
KIP Request 6.5 has simplified the method in which folding parameters are defined within a print set.
Within KIP Request, it is only necessary to select the fold packet style or leave the settings configured
for Controller to allow the printer software determine the best fold packet for the desired original.

1. Within KIP Request, begin by selecting the files to be printed by browsing on the network or local
PC and clicking on the file; a red checkmark will signify that the image has been selected.

2. Once all images have been selected, they will appear in the selected files area at the bottom
of the KIP Request screen.

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• If you wish to select the same fold pattern (packet) for all images in a desired print set, simply
select the Fold header at the top of the list and then click on the fold button to choose the
desired packet type.

3. Select the fold icon to browse for the list of available fold packet types.

• The packet list is generated by the KIP IPS software at the printer and is configured through KIP
PrintNet. Eject and KIPFold 500 – Fan Fold is static and cannot be modified. Selecting Eject is the
same as setting the fold parameters to None.

• Use folder settings already configured on printer is an automatic setting and will choose fold
packet type(s) based on settings that are configured on the KIP IPS. This is considered an
“automatic” setting and will require the least amount of user intervention when folding.

4. The selected files area will update with any fold parameters that have been selected.

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Note: It is possible to utilize different fold packets for different originals.

1. Select each file that is to have a different fold by clicking on the top most file and dragging the
mouse cursor down to select. Selected files will change to white on black letters.

2. Click on the Fold button icon to choose the desired fold packet from the list

3. The change in fold type will be reflected in the Selected Files area.

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File Order
File print order, and removal can be performed in the JOB list Area. After files have been selected
“right click” in the Job List area.

A menu will appear.

To perform some of the functions in the menu, a file(s) will need to be selected,

a. Cut Selected Files

This is a tool to remove the selected files.
b. Paste Files
This function is used to ‘Add’ new files between files in the selected files area.
c. Move File Up One
Select a file to move up one in the selected files area.
d. Move File Down One
Select a file to move down one in the selected files area.
e. Move File to Top
Select a file to move up to the top in the selected files area.
f. Move File to Bottom
Select a file to move down to the bottom in the selected files area.
g. Reverse File Order
This tool reverses the entire job list in the selected files area.
h. Remove File from List
This tool is used to ‘Delete’ files from the selected files area list.

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Key Job Settings

Requester
This field can be used for accounting. Information entered is applied to the KIP Job and Print Logs.
This information will also be printed in the KIP Header if applied. The label of the field, “Requester”
can also be customized. (i.e. “Operator” or “User”).This is detailed in the .INI Configuration.

Job Number
This field can be used for accounting. Information entered is applied to the KIP Job and Print Logs.
This information will also be printed in the KIP Header if applied. The label of the field, “Job Number”
can also be customized (i.e. “Department Number” or “Job Name”).

Description
This field can be used for accounting. Information entered is applied to the KIP Job and Print Logs.
The label of the field, “Description” can also be customized (i.e. “Sales” or “New Construction”).

NOTE: Unified Accounting

Unified Accounting will centralize all your accounting information to the IPS. To enable this feature
see the INI Configuration section.

Requested Time
Users can select a job be printed at a certain time.

Date
Users can select a job be printed at a certain date
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Enlarge / Reduce
User can select a preconfigured zoom percentage, or key in a percentage from 5% to 360%. If
FORCE SIZE is selected, the FORCE SIZE MENU opens.

Media Type
This field allows the selection of the type of media the job is to be printed on. Types include bond,
vellum, and film (Mylar). Applying the “On Hold” media type will place the job in the queue but will
not print until a valid media type is applied by the queue Manager. Other media types can be
configured as noted in the INI Configuration section.

Pen Table
This field displays the Pen Table that will be applied to vector files as they are selected. Pull down the
menu to select a different Pen Table. Click the Pens button to make changes within the selected
Pen Table.

# of Copies
This field chooses the total number copies from 1 to 999.

Collate
This field allows collated or uncollated prints.

111, 222, 333… or 123, 123, 123…

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Advanced Job Settings

On the left side of the main Request screen are buttons to allow advanced settings and configuration
of the prints.

These buttons are:

Manage
Pen Configuration
Zoom
Rotation
Stamp
Fold
Header
Mirror
Invert
View
2-Up Printing

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Pen Configuration
This button allows the modification of the
settings of vector plot files. Files’ pen table
and screening information can be
changed. Plot File Setup also allows borders,
modification of halftone settings, dither
patterns and more. The following is a list of
the all the controls:

Use Colors

This applies a file’s native pen width information,

and half toning information. Unless you are
making changes to a customer’s file, USE
COLORS is the setting most often used. When USE
COLORS is applied, the Pen Table is shaded.

Force Pens

Request allows you to edit pen widths and

screening by pen number (with a range of Pen 0 to Pen 255.) This forces the settings in the KIP Pen
Table to override the pen information originally embedded in the file. Most users will only need to
Force Pens if the customer needs to make changes to an existing file.

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Resolution

Allows the selection the dots-per-inch, or resolution, for

their documents to be converted. The KIP 7000 is a 600
DPI device.

Border

This allows a border to be used in the file. A maximum

border of five inches can be applied to each edge.

Calcomp setup

Only use this when submitting a Calcomp language file.

This changes Calcomp file settings so that the printer will
interpret Calcomp files correctly. These settings include
Checksum, Sync Character, End of Message Character,
and Steps Per Inch. Calcomp settings only apply to plot
files with a Calcomp text header.

Load / Save

Saves changes in a custom Pen Table or load a table

to see or make changes. Save the table once the
changes have been made. The current Pen Table
name is displayed at the top of the Pen Table Setup
Menu.

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Advanced Settings Button

Opens the Advanced Settings Menu.

Line Width Compensation

This allows addition and subtraction of pixels from
the overall width of all vector lines. Users have the
choice of selecting negative values (to
compensate for thick lines) to positive values (to
compensate for thin lines)

Choosing -1.0 will remove 1 pixel from

vector data lines.

Choosing 3.0 will add 3 pixels to vector

data lines.

Choosing 0.0 makes no changes to the lines.

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Vector Line Dither Pattern

Users have 2 choices of vector line dither

patterns. This will alter the appearance of
vector grayscale in different ways. Fine is
the default setting. There is no ‘correct’
pattern to choose. Users can choose the
setting they prefer.

Clip to Image Size

This crops the file data to the start of image data. Apply when the file designer has saved the entire
drawing area as part of the file. If an error “File Too Large To Print,” occurs, clipping to Image Size is
often the solution.

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Use Round End Capping

This will set end capping on lines in vector files to
round ends instead of what has been specified in the
plot file’s Line Attribute command.

Turn Merge On
This enables the user to merge lines of different
shades. When not applied, the layers within the plot
file determine how lines merge on each other.

Raster Photo Mode

When a raster image has been embedded within a
plot file, Raster Photo Mode should be used.

Raster Photo Mode can be applied to all drawings,

whether they contain raster images or not. Some
raster images may need to be printed in 100% solid
rather than the original shading of the image.

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Raster Density Level

This slide bar will modify the density level of the embedded raster image. The scale range is from 0-
100. The higher the number on the scale, the darker the image will be. A density level can also be
keyed into the text field.

Photo Dither Pattern (Raster)

Users have 3 choices of raster dither output patterns. There is no ‘correct’ setting. Set according to
user preference.

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Enlarge / Reduce / Force Size

This button allows for the scaling of the image and advanced page sizing for
printing. All setting can be saved as a scheme for later use or used as a one time
temporary setting.

To create a temporary setting select the desired parameters (ex. Bellow) and select the “OK”
button. This will create a Force Size Temp file (ex. FS-Temp-1) that can be applied to files. Once the
Request is closed these Temporary settings will be removed.

Image Information
The current selected file size and any scale applied to it will
be displayed here. To note any other selected (tagged)
files, use the drop down to select the required file.

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Scheme
Allows a predetermine scheme (group of settings) to be
applied to the files for printing. The creation or deletion of
zoom/media schemes is also performed here.

Enlarge / Reduce
Select from predetermined zoom ratios with the drop down
or enter a custom value in this field

Roll Size
Select the roll width to be printed on. Please note that this width must
be installed into the printer for the job to commence printing. Please
see the Printer Info at the bottom of the main screen to confirm the rolls
installed.

Length
The length of the page can be entered rather than using the automatic
length of the zoom file. Please also note that a value of “0” will automatically
cut the media to the length of the image to avoid any waste.

Rotation
All prints are automatically rotated to best fit the installed media.
This can be changed to allow custom rotation of the image on the
page configured in this screen. Degrees include 90, 180 and 270.

Ignore Force Size

If the image is smaller than the selected paper size, no zoom ratio
will be applied to the image if this button is selected.

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Nest
To avoid wasting media and at times to increase print
production, two images can be set side by side on a single
page of media (nest the images).

Margins
The image can be positioned anywhere on the page using
these fields.

Refresh Image
After any settings are applied, press this button to refresh the view box.

View Box
The view box displays the image on the page. There are also five buttons which selects the position
of the image on the page as well. These are Center, upper left, upper right, lower left and lower
right.

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Rotation
Rotation gives the user the ability to quickly view a selection of files and then rotate
the desired files to match the rest of the set.

Click on the desired image to rotate:

The Rotation column will show the changed files new rotation.

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Stamp
The stamp button allows configuration of watermarks, stamps or overlays of images.
Either or both text and graphics can be utilized.

Stamp Schemes
Custom Stamp settings are saved as schemes which can be
used. All “stamps” are to be saved prior to their use.

Use Text
This allows the user to place text in their stamp.

Use Image
This allows the user to place an image in their stamp.

Current Font Area

This details the settings for the current text. Click SET FONT to
change the settings.

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Set Font
This allows the selection of the font size and type. This feature uses the standard Windows font set
and sizes.

Stamp Placement and Margin Area

This allows placement of the stamp in 9 preset locations. Then margins can be applied to move the
image up to 5” from the selected border.

Text Rotation – Pull down

Allows the user to rotate (counter clockwise) the text portion of their stamp
in 45° increments. User may also click on the “KIP” in the Stamp Placement
area to cycle through the Text Rotation options.

Text / Graphic Gap – Text Field

This applies a separation of up to 5” between the Text and Graphic stamps.

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Graphic Rotation – Pull down

Allows the user to rotate (counter clockwise) the graphic portion of their
stamp in 45° increments. User may also click on the “Logo” in the Stamp
Placement area to cycle through the Graphic Rotation options.

Graphic Placement – Pull down

Determines the placement of the graphic in relation to the applied text.
This is ignored if text is not applied.

Merge Type – Pull down

Opaque

This option displays the stamp on top of the image. The background of the stamp is white and will
obscure some image.

Transparent

This option overlays the stamp on top of the image. The background of the stamp is transparent.

Invert

This option displays the stamp on top of the image. Colors are inverted where the data intersects.

Screening – Pull down

This allows the user to define the screen level (shading) of the stamp
using pre-set screening percentages.

Text Settings Area

Enter the text of the stamp. Add a Macro within the text if desired.

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Macro – Pull down Menu

Choose a macro from the list to apply information at print time, such as Requester name, time of
day, etc.

Graphic Image Settings Area

This displays the path to your selected graphic image. The path is relative to the user’s workstation.

NOTE:

The image file must also reside on the KIP IPS, it may be pushed to the IPS from the workstation.

Or you may apply the stamp to document with a file label called “Savestamp.tif”. It will then
automatically be copied from the workstation to the KIP IPS.

Preview Stamp
Click to see the configured Stamp settings in the viewer. Use
CRTL+TAB to cycle through text and image.

Header Label
A header can be placed on the top or bottom of each print. This can allow for
easy document identification of the prints. Information from the Key Job Settings
(Requester and Job Number) are included as well as the file name, date and time
of printing.

Mirror
Mirror the image on the print.

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Invert
Inverts the image on the print(s).

(makes black area white and a white area black)

Quick View
Click on this button to display a viewer in the bottom right of the main Screen Click
again to remove the viewer. (click on a file , then click inside viewer box to see
the image. )

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2 – Up Printing
Click on this button to display turn on the automatic 2-UP printing feature. This will
allow the user to very quickly print files 2-UP for production printing of half size. 2-UP
sizes are determined by a pre-configured data file that will automatically set the 2-
UP size depending on the actual size of the original file.

After selecting files the size will be checked and a 2-UP scheme will be applied.

To View the 2-UP file after selecting it click on the Force Size Button and the force size window will
open and display the 2-UP view.

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Printer Selection
The label or name of the printer can be used to send jobs to
multiple KIP printers on the network if so configured. Click on
the name to select the printer to send the job to. Printer status
will also be displayed in the lower area of the main screen.

Printer Information
Roll status, cover or door opened, toner requirement, misfeeds, and other selected printer status’ are
displayed in the lower center of the main screen.

Menu
Like most other Windows based application a menu is
located at the upper left of the main screen. This allows for
“menu text” based configurations and settings. Most
functions are discussed in other sections of the guide.

File
Submit Job
Submits a job after files selected

Exit
Exits Request software

View
Refresh
This updates the directory and file information in the main screen.

Quick view
Allows a view of the selected image with grayscales There are no panning or enlarge view tools in
this viewer.

View thumbnail

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This allows a thumbnail view of a

selected image in the lower right
corner of the main screen.

This allows the customer to view

any accepted raster or vector file
that is highlighted. (NOTE: .CGM
files are not viewable from this
feature.) This viewer allows panning
and other viewing tools.

Notes:

• Zoom into areas of the image

by holding down the right
mouse button and drawing a
zoom area to be seen in red.

• Click on any area to zoom

back out

View all tagged images

Opens all tagged files in the viewer noted. Use the “arrows” to view the next document or the
dropdown to view the selected document.

Convert all tagged to…

This will convert the selected file(s) to any of the accepted raster formats. (TIFF Group 4, CALS Group
4, .PCX, .TLC, .CIT or .PDF) You will also be prompted as to the placement of the files once
converted.

Sort
This menu is the same as File Order. Please see this section for details.

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Option
Save Current Job

This allows the user to save the job file list and the applied settings.
The complete name (including path information) can use up to 256
characters (Does not save the files, only the file settings).

Recall Saved Job

Allows the customer to recall and reprint a job that has been
previously saved.

Recall Recent Job

Request saves the job information for the last 15 Requested jobs.
RECALL RECENT JOB allows the user to recall one of these jobs.

Recall History Jobs

Job History can be used to call up and print jobs that were
previously printed. By selecting a job from the Job History list, the
job can be changed and resubmitted for printing.

1. With Request open go to Option and select “Recall

History Jobs”

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2. The following window will open up

3. From this list of jobs that are saved in the History list choose the desired job to reprint. The chosen
job will be loaded into the selected job area and all prior settings will also be loaded.

4. At this point the selected job can be sent to the printer to be reprinted or files can be added to
it creating a new job. Additional settings may also be applied and/or changed.

5. The new job with all of its settings will be added to the Job History folder for latter use.

Modify Pens (Plot file setup)

Allows the user to apply and modify the settings of vector plot files. Users can override files’ pen
table and screening information. Plot File Setup also lets the user apply borders, modify halftone
settings, dither patterns, and more.

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Prompt Setup

Prompt Setup lets the Administrator define mandatory settings before a job can be submitted.

Making Fields Required

When a field is required, the user must enter data before the job will be submitted.

Making Pull-Down Menus

When checked, the user must choose from an established list of field entries. Normally, users cannot
add a pull down entry without knowing the Request Master Password. Each pull down entry can also
be password protected, so only the specific users can select specific entries.

Default ‘Fold’ ON

Checking this box will apply Folding feature as soon as Request is opened.

Default Stamp ON

Checking this box will apply Stamping feature as soon as Request is opened.

Advanced
Advanced features can be turned ‘On’ or ‘Off’ by clicking on this function.

Features are:

1. Selecting the same file multiple times from within in the same folder.

2. Enlarge/Reduce on a per file basis.

3. Manual image placement.

4. Load/Save compressed jobs.

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Find KIP Printers

This menu allows users to attach to KIP Printers or add a

new KIP Printer. FIND KIP PRINTERS will automatically search
for shared KIP Printers installed, and will add them to the list
of available printers. Simply check the box next to the
printers to which you would like to submit prints. Click OK to
finish.

Add a Printer

There are two methods to adding a printer to the list, by IP

address or IPS name. We recommend IP address only for the KIP
IPS. Please contact the Network Administrator for the IP address
of your KIP IPS.

Details of the settings / configuration are noted in the Request

Installation section.

Manage
View the Print Queue

From the MANAGE Menu, users can VIEW THE

SELECTED PRINTER’S QUEUE. This option will
display the contents of the Printer Queue. Users
will be able to see the main IPS screen, but will
not be able to manipulate it in any way.

Manage the Print Queue

Users can also MANAGE THE KIP PRINT QUEUE if they know the Request Master Password.

NOTE: A user who can MANAGE the queue is able to manipulate the system!

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Push File to IPS

This has been incorporated for ease of use for making file updates to the KIP internal controller. This
feature works with IP based printers only. Upon clicking this feature, the user is prompted with an
explorer window to choose and pick a file meant to be placed on the KIP controller. For example, if
the user was making an update to the IPS software with a new executable, one would select the file
at the ‘Requester’ workstation. Upon selecting and clicking ok, the new executable would be
copied into ‘C:\Monpath1\Installers on the KIP IPS. An administrator would then use the
management capability of Request to open up the print queue. Upon opening Windows explorer
on the KIP IPS, the administrator could browse to the C:\Monpath1\Installers folder and perform the
required upgrade. This function has mainly been established for ease of use by any administrator to
make software upgrades.

Print Reports

This feature will allow the user to print reports with information from the KIP Printer to be used for
accounting purposes (see Creating Productivity Reports).

Transfer
Transfer Current KIP Mailbox

When connected to a KIP IPS if a mailbox is selected the user has the
ability to transfer the contents of a mailbox to a desired location.

Empty Current KIP Mailbox

When connected to a KIP IPS if a mailbox is selected the user has the ability to empty the contents
of a mailbox to a desired location.

Upload settings to Printer

When connected to a KIP IPS within KIP Request selecting Upload settings to printer will send over
the Pen tables, Stamps, Requester Names, Job Numbers, Descriptions and Force Size settings. Once
uploaded an administrator can “pull” these settings into the IPS.

Get Problem Files

When connected to a KIP IPS within KIP Request selecting Get Problem files will pull any files that
may have had a problem printing and were moved to the Problem Directory on the D: Drive”
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DropBox
The DropBox can be used to select files rather than use the Folder Select and File Select. This region
allows “Drag and drop” functionality.

1. Use Windows Explorer to locate the printable files (or other file viewing utility).

2. Select the files using Windows conventions and then drag them with the mouse and drop the files
into the DropBox.

3. The files selected will now appear in the Job List region.

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Retrieve Scans

Mailbox Retrieval
Documents scanned on the KIP IPS can be retrieved with the KIP Request software. These are
documents scanned into mailboxes on the IPS.

The mailboxes can be created and selected in the KIP IPS Scan Mode. Please see the Scan Section for
greater detail on the use.

KIP IPS Scan Mode

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To retrieve documents that are scanned into a mailbox use Request in the following manner:

1. Use the Folder selection area to

browse to KIP Mail Box located
under “Desktop” (on the local drive)

2. Click on KIP Mailbox and listed are all the KIP IPS Mail boxes on the KIP
IPS.

Note: FTP locations are not shown here, only IPS mailboxes!

3. Click on the mailbox (folder) that contains the scanned images that are required.

4. Right Click with the mouse to “Transfer Current Scan

Directory”

5. A screen will appear to allow the Mailbox directory to copy

scanned files to local drives or networked storage locations.

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6. After you have copied the files it will ask if you wish to delete the folder on the IPS. This can be
performed at this time if so desired.

7. After the folder with the scanned images has been copied other tasks can be performed with KIP
applications and other third party applications:

a. Database the images

b. Image editing

c. KIP Request

d. Any other image tools applications

Mailbox File Deletion

To remove a file from within a Mail box, use KIP Request in the following manner:

1. Use the Folder selection area to browse to KIP Mailbox on the local drive

2. Click on KIP Mailbox and the list of ALL the KIP IPS Mail boxes on the KIP IPS will become visible.

3. Click on the mailbox (folder) that contains the scanned images that are no longer required.

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4. Right Click with the mouse to “Delete Current Scan

Directory”

5. A “Delete Folder” confirmation screen will appear to confirm the command. This will remove all of
the files within the folder and leave the folder on the system.

ONCE DELETED, FILES ARE PERMANENTLY REMOVED!

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Request Installation

Installation
Two methods are available to install the KIP Request software on a Windows workstation.

1. Use an installed and configured KIP Windows Driver to gain access to the KIP Request Installer.

2. Use the KIP Installation CD provided with the KIP IPS (Installation software should also be located on
your local KIP companies web site if this CD is not available, Please ensure Installer version is correct
for your KIP IPS system!)

Requirements
Workstation operation systems can be:

Windows 2000
Windows XP
Windows Vista

Administrator access is also required to install the software.

Windows Driver Access

1. Click on “Start”, then “Printers and Fax”, and locate the KIP Windows print Driver in the list of
installed printers. If you do not see a KIP printer you should now use the CD Installation.

2. Right click on the driver and select “Properties”.

3. On the “Device Settings” tab will be an “INSTALL KIP REQUEST” Button.

4. Double click on the button and follow the prompts. Please accept the default settings for easy
of configuration.

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CD Installation
1. Locate the KIP Software CD and place in disk drive.

2. Browse CD for INSTALLATION and KIP Request.

3. Follow the prompts and select all defaults settings for easy of configuration.

First Time Run

After the software installation is complete, the application can be run from the
Desktop (icon shown) or from the “Start,” then “All Programs,” then “KIP
Programs,” KIP Request . It may take several minutes for the first time launch as it
attempts to find configured KIP devices. (see Connection to KIP Printers)

Master Password
Upon starting Request for the first time it will ask for a MASTER PASSWORD. This password allows
access to the Prompt Settings (accounting) configurations. This password will be used by the
department manager or network administrator. Please key in a password noting that it will be
required in the future. Once set the password can not be changed.

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Connection to KIP Printers

Once the application is installed and run for the first time, it is time to connect to a KIP device. Please
ensure that the KIP printer is plugged in and turned on, and the address IP settings configured.

Find KIP Printers

Using the upper menu, select “Option” and then “Find KIP Printers”.

1. From the FIND KIP PRINTERS window, click ADD A

PRINTER TO THIS LIST.

2. Select SET IP ADDRESS and enter the IP Address of

the KIP IPS.

3. In the “Description” field, key in a friendly Printer

Name that the User can recognize (model number
such as “7000”).

4. TEST the connection.

Note: If the IP address is invalid, the following message is seen.

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5. Click OK to return to the SELECT PRINTERS screen and ensure that the printer is selected with a
check mark.

6. Click OK again to return to Request Screen.

7. The roll information should now be seen in the lower main screen to confirm connection.

Other Installation Considerations

Prompt Setup
If Accounting is desired this requires that the MASTER PASSWORD be configured.

Pen Tables
1. Pen widths and pages sizing are usually part of today’s plot files. If older languages are used
please ensure that a pen table is created for the installation requirements.

2. Raster and Hybrid files are quite common. Please see the “Advanced” button under “Pen
Table” for any customization required. The final result on the print may be your best guide
when establishing desired settings.

Advanced Configuration and Settings

The KIP Request Application is customizable. For advanced customizations please see the
Appendix 6.0 - INI Configuration. Please note that any syntax errors in the INI will cause issue with
KIP Request. Modification of the INI is to be performed with great caution.

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Appendix

Technical description
Fold parameters are assigned similar to Stamp (.STP) files and Pen Table (.PEN) files as explained in the
KIP Job Ticket Integration Information. In the job ticket folder, there is a job sub-folder containing text
files that refer to the .STP, .PEN files for stamping and pen tables, there is now a new file referred to as a
.FLD file that contains fold parameters.

In Stamping a particular image, the job sub-folder must contain files such as 0000.SSP which contains the
name of the .STP file associated with stamping the first image in the job. The content of the .SSP file is
actually the name of the .STP file (also in the job sub-folder) to be used by the Unattend program in
stamping a particular image. Subsequent images are stamped by using 0001.SSP, 0002.SSP to stamp
image number 2 and 3 in the job. The numbering refers to the order of the documents in the .KIP ASCII
Job Ticket. This method is duplicated for setting a fold parameter to work with image number 1, using
0000.FLP, then image 2 using 0001.FLD etc.

Action Actual File Reference File:

.STP, default.stp, not for 0000.SSP, 0001.SSP, 0002. SSP containing a .STP filename to
Stamp
construction.stp, etc. apply to document 1, 2, 3 as listed in .KIP ASCII Job Ticket.

0000.PPN, 0001.PPN, 0002.PPN referring to .PEN filename to

Pen Table .PEN, default.pen, etc.
apply to document 1, 2, 3 as listed in .KIP ASCII Job Ticket

.FLD, default.fld, 0000.FLP, 0001. FLP, 0002. FLP referring to .FLD filename to
Fold
36x24.fld, etc. apply to document 1, 2, 3 as listed in .KIP ASCII Job Ticket

.FLD File Contents (sample)

[KipFolderSettings Ver. 1.0]

FolderOriginalOrientation=0
FolderOutputOrientation=1
FolderRollSize=0
FolderPreset=2
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Definitions of the .FLD

FolderOriginalOrientation
Defined as landscape =0, portrait=1, reverse landscape=2, reverse portrait=3. Unattend uses this
information combined with “FolderOutputOrientation” to calculate a final rotation parameter used in
creation of the TIF Pack bit file before printing. Note: When using the KIP Folder all images must print in
Portrait mode with title block exiting the printer last in order to fold properly and finish with the title block
showing.

FolderOutputOrientation
Defined as landscape =0, portrait=1, reverse landscape=2, reverse portrait=3. Unattend uses this
information combined with “FolderOriginalOrientation” to calculate a final rotation parameter used in
creation of the TIF Pack bit file before printing. Note: When using the KIP Folder all images must print in
Portrait mode with title block exiting the printer last in order to fold properly and finish with the title block
showing.

FolderRollSize
This is used to lock printing to a specific roll size used in folding this document. Valid values are 0=36” roll,
1=34”, 2=30”, 3=24”, 4=22”, 5=18”, 6=17”, 7=12”, 8=11”, 9=8.5” or the word “Closest”. If using a value 0-9,
the controller will prompt the user for this media size before continuing to print. This will stop the printer
and other jobs from printing until the user inserts this size of media. If “Closest” is used, the Controller will
use the media that fits the image the best after applying the rotation specified. Note: If using Force Size
feature of the Job Ticket you must also use the same Roll Size for Force Size in FolderRollSize of the .FLD
file.

FolderPreset=2
This refers to the preset in the Kipfoldpreset.ini. The settings defining packet size, margin, and fan and
cross fold settings are set in the kipfoldpreset.ini by the technician at the controller. As a feature of
Request 5 SR3, user can display the names of these settings in the new Rotate / Fold menus. The Request
obtains a copy of the kipfoldpreset.ini from the current Log Directory (Log Directory as set in Unattend,
Configuration, Miscellaneous Setup) named “presets.ini”.

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INI Configuration
Custom Settings Fields in the
Request Configuration Settings File: Winreq.ini
[ Location: C:\PROGRAM FILES\WINDOWS REQUEST\WINREQ.INI ]

[GENERAL]
MultipleRequests=CLEAR
Using ‘Clear’, clears any previous entries from ‘Requester’, ‘Job number’ and ‘description’ fields each
time Request software is closed and re-started.
Using False Closes the app. after each submission.
UnifiedAccounting=0
‘1’ – allows usage of unified accounting.
‘0’ – disables usage of unified accounting.
LocalRequest=0
‘0’ is ‘false’ and ‘1’ is true.
‘LocalRequest=1’ is used when the Request app is run on the IPS.
Set to 0 for failsafe operation
AllowCutSheet=0
‘1’ – allows usage of printing to the Cut Sheet.
‘0’ – disables usage of printing to the Cut Sheet.
CheckScanDir=1
‘1’ – Checks the ScanDir folder for available Mailboxes.
‘0’ – disables checking the ScanDir folder for available Mailboxes.
CheckColorDir=0
SelectMultiple=0
1’ – allows users to add the same name file up to 9 times in the same job.
UseKipJl=0
SaveRequest=1
‘1’ - Job submitted using Request are saved in ‘Recall folder’
‘0’ – no jobs are saved in recall folder.
PrintView=1
Printview is used to view the output on the screen as before submitting it to the printer. This is different
than right clicking on the file and using ‘view selected image’ as Printview uses information from
‘stamp’, ‘rotate’, ‘invert’ and ‘mirror’ selection before making an output for viewing.
‘1’ – Allows use of printview capability
‘0’ – Displays the file but does not use the fields as described above.
DisplayPreviewWindow=1
‘1’ – preview window is available for looking at images before submission
‘0’ – removes the preview window from requester screen
OnlineFeatures=0
‘1’ – allows usage of advanced features.
‘0’ – disables usage of advanced features.
ControllerFold=0
PreviousSort=6

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Reads and displays information about how files were sorted inside Requester window. Files can be
sorted by their names (ascending, descending), by size or by modified date. The value here is used for
troubleshooting purposes.
FileType=6
This displays how many entries that are available under ‘Browse for’ section inside Request software. For
diagnostic purposes only.
StatusDelay=30
Sets time in seconds that Request software will wait to read status
information (roll information, error condition) from the printer.
PenDir=C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\Pens\
Records and displays location of the ‘Pen table’ being used for printing.
LastPen=DEFAULT.PEN
Records and displays the last ‘Pen table’ used for file submission
LastDir=C:\Programs\DS
Records and displays the last folder where the files were printed from.
DefaultRequester=TJANISSE
Shown here using an environment variable called UserName. You may also enter information after the
“=” that will be displayed in the REQUESTER field each time the Software is started. Up to 30 characters
may be used.
DefaultDistribution=
Shown here using an environment variable called Distribution. You may also enter information after the
“=” that will be displayed in the DISTRIBUTION field each time the Software is started. Up to 30 characters
may be used.
DefaultDescription=
Shown here using an environment variable called Description. You may also enter information after the
“=” that will be displayed in the DESCRIPTION field each time the Software is started. Up to 30 characters
may be used.
Prompt=Job Number:
RequesterPrompt=Requester:
This line allows the user to customize the Requester field name.
DescriptionPrompt=Description:
This line allows the user to customize the Description field name.
ReportFont=Courier New
ReportFontSize=12
DotEnhancement=0
CopyDensity=0

TextSize=0.00"
A KIP text header will be applied to raw files dropped into a monitor path.
This value determines the size of the header, in inches.
TextPos=1
A KIP text header will be applied to raw files dropped into a monitor path.
This value determines whether the header appears on the Leading Edge (0), or Trailing Edge (1).
Language=1

The next section contains the paths to the internal programs that Unattend uses to detect, convert,
merge, and move files. If the required programs are not in these default locations, a Runtime Error 53
(File Not Found) will occur.

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ExportExe=C:\PROGRAMS\DS\MTP.EXE
ViewExe=
RemoteControlExe=C:\Program Files\KIP\Unattend\Winuntd.exe
Raster2Tlc=C:\Programs\DS\MTF.Exe
Vector2Tlc=C:\Programs\DS\MH2.Exe
CropExe=C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\crop.exe

TlcMergeExe=C:\Programs\DS\MI.exe
TiffViewer=
AutoRecognize=c:\Programs\DS\MAD.exe
PowerScriptExe=c:\Programs\DS\pscript.exe
QuickViewExe=C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\Qv.Exe
KipPortExe=C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\kawpdft.exe
NestExe=C:\Programs\DS\MPack.Exe
DwfExe=C:\Programs\DS\DwfConvert.Exe
KipConvertExe=C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\KipConve.Exe
ColorConversionExe=

RecallDir=C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\Recall
TempDir=C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\TR

MiniSize=1000,720
Units=ENGLISH
AddHpglCmd=
Values are software switches, used to apply custom commands to HPGL/2 files. This line may contain
one switch, multiple switches, or none. Some switches are specific to certain versions; some are specific
to certain printer models. Switches are case-sensitive. Some switches have a value after the switch,
separated by a space.
AddDWFCmd=
DefaultImage=C:\Program Files\KIP\Request\trol.tlc
DebugVal=0
Used for diagnostic purposes only.
MP=101000
The encrypted master password as set by the installer
ST=00

[MultiplePrinters]
This next section (MultiplePrinters) should not be configured outside of the GUI of Request

[KipPortPrinters]
PrinterName0=~IP1:127.0.0.1~Internal
PrinterName1=~IP1:10.10.1.180~3000
PrinterName2=~IP1:10.10.1.74~7000
PrinterName3=~IP1:192.168.10.34~5000

[ConvertTypes]
Type0=ASCII TXT A
Type1=INI INI A

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Type2=OUT OUT A
Type3=LOG LOG A
Additional media types can be added but they must also be added into the IPS INI
[PaperTypes]
Paper0=Bond
Paper1=Vellum
Paper2=Film
Paper3=OnHold

[CustomPaperTypes]

[PullDownDistribution]

[PullDownRequester]
¡Õ“ÈÛàƒ„—…˜þ™†Š ˆ ‰ ÿûýÛÝ›šŽŒœ«ØŽ •àƒ„—…˜þ™†Š ˆ ‰ ÿûýÛÝ›šŽŒœ
«ØŽ •àƒ„—…˜þ™†Š ˆ ‰ ÿûýÛÝ›šŽŒœ«ØŽ •àƒ„—…˜þ™†Š ˆ ‰ ÿûýÛÝ›šŽŒœ

[PullDownDescription]

[OutputTypes]
Type0=TLC Tiled Format -t
Type1=CAL CALS Group 4 -C
Type2=TIF TIFF Group 4 -T
Type3=PCX Monochrome -c
Type4=CIT Intergraph -G
Type5=PDF Adobe -g

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Creating Productivity Reports

The KIP Productivity Reporting Package (PRP) is designed to use information gathered from accounting
fields in KIP Request along with various applications that have been linked to KIP Request such as:

• KIP Request

• AutoCAD

• KIP IPS Software

• KIP PrintNet

• KIP Copymaker (for KIP 2000 series scanners)

By sharing accounting data generated from KIP Request, users have the ability to link multiple
applications using the same accounting rules. This system allows managers to generate reports that
have valuable accounting information and can be manipulated by the user to get the desired output
including the following:

• KIP productivity reporting package generates reports of meter readings and accounting data
on a daily, weekly or monthly time cycle.

• Reports include detailed authorization, accounting and meter information.

• PRP reports can be opened with Notepad or exported as an ASCII file format.

There are three main accounting fields in the Request software:

Request

1. Requester - This is a field which can be used for accounting. Information entered is applied to the KIP
Job and Print Logs.

2. Job Number - This is a field which can be used for accounting.

Information entered is applied to the KIP Job and Print Logs. This
field is tied to ALL Reports!

3. Description - This is a field which can be used for accounting.

Information entered is applied to the KIP Job and Print Logs.

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When these fields are set up correctly and have been configured as “required” in the Request software,
the “rules” will carry over to the other applications.

AutoCAD Copymaker

KIP IPS User Log on Screen

PrintNet

Accounting fields entered into the Request software installed on the Web server host pc being utilized
by KIP PrintNet will also be transferred to users accessing PrintNet via the intranet or internet.

Productivity reports can be generated from Request 6.0 and can be very helpful in keeping track of
accounting data. These can be generated on a daily, weekly, monthly or custom time frame.

The Productivity reports can be accessed by doing the following:

1. On the Request main screen select “Manage” from the menu bar and then select “Print Reports”

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2. The Following window will appear. This is where the currently selected printer information will be
displayed. There are three different types of reports that can be generated from this screen:

a. Printing

b. Scanning

c. Meter Reading

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1. Printing

This report will include both prints and copies that have been sent to the IPS print engine. The report will
include Date, Time, Requester, Media, # of originals, # of Copies and Sq. Feet. The information for
Requester and Job Number shown below are gathered from all KIP printing applications. The user can
select the Start Date and the End Date of the report along with where to print the report. The report can
be sent directly to the default printer attached to the PC generating the report or to the Notepad to be
saved to a file.

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2. Scanning

This report will include all files that have been scanned to file using the Scan Mode of the IPS UI. The
report will include Date, Time, Requester, Location, Type, Format and Sq. Feet. The information for
Requester shown below is gathered from all KIP printing applications. The user can select the Start Date
and the End Date of the report along with what to do with this data. The report can be sent directly to
the default printer attached to the PC generating the report or to the Notepad to be saved to a file.

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3. Meter Reading

This report will include daily Meter readings from the desired dates set in the Start Date and End Date.
The report will include Date, Meter A, Meter B and Total run. This meter reading should closely match the
actual meter reading on the KIP IPS printer. The user can select the Start Date and the End Date of the
report along with what to do with this data. The report can be sent directly to the default printer
attached to the PC generating the report or to the Notepad to be saved to a file.

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Printing DWF files

DWF (Design Web Format™) files offer a simple, secure way to share design data from AutoDesk.
Developed specifically for engineering design data, the DWF format is the best way to share 2D and 3D
design information, because the file size is smaller and faster to transmit than either native design file
formats or other alternatives. DWF files are print ready and maintain absolute data fidelity.

How are DWF’s created?

• If you’re using AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, or other Autodesk applications, you can create DWF
files directly from the built-in “Publish” command within the application.

• DWF files can also be created from any application using the Autodesk DWF Writer that ships with
Autodesk DWF Composer. Autodesk DWF Writer software enables you to publish to DWF format
from CAD applications that do not offer built-in DWF publishing, such as Bentley Microstation or
Dassault’s Solidworks software. Autodesk DWF Writer is a certified Microsoft Windows system
printer driver that enables you to quickly and easily convert files to DWF format.

• If you’re NOT using AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, or other Autodesk applications, the Autodesk
DWG Viewer component that ships with DWF Composer allows for the full publishing capabilities
that are in AutoCAD 2006. This includes the ability to batch convert DWG files to DWF. Users simply
need to add DWG files in the Publish menu before Publishing the sheet set to a single DWF file

NOTE: Some DWF files created prior to 2004 may not be compatible.

KIP Request handles printing .DWF files directly to the printer. This is done by selecting a .dwf file from a
desired location and clicking on “Submit Print Job”.

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After clicking on “Submit Print Job”, a DWF settings window will appear.

This will allow the user to:

a. Print all pages in a multi-page .dwf file or only the desired pages.

b. Select to Print Colors in Black to change all of the lines / areas to print solid black and not gray.

c. Choose “Reverse Print Order”

d. Enter a password if the DWF files was created with password protection.

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