WCM Plus User Guide 20230901c
WCM Plus User Guide 20230901c
Rev: 20230831
Contents
Introduction .................................................................................................................................................................. 3
What is WCM-Plus .................................................................................................................................................... 3
Included in the Box ................................................................................................................................................... 3
Compatibility ............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Key Features .............................................................................................................................................................. 4
Getting Started .............................................................................................................................................................. 5
Quick Start ................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Connect to the WCM-Plus Hotspot ........................................................................................................................... 5
Printing ...................................................................................................................................................................... 5
WCM Print ............................................................................................................................................................. 5
AirPrint®/IPP.......................................................................................................................................................... 6
Wired Printing ....................................................................................................................................................... 6
Print Queue ........................................................................................................................................................... 6
Menu Review ................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Main Menu ................................................................................................................................................................ 7
Printers ...................................................................................................................................................................... 7
Device ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Device Info ............................................................................................................................................................ 8
Date/Time ............................................................................................................................................................. 8
Logging .................................................................................................................................................................. 8
Factory Reset......................................................................................................................................................... 8
Power .................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Software Version ................................................................................................................................................... 8
Software License ................................................................................................................................................... 8
Network Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Hotspot Settings .................................................................................................................................................... 9
Wi-Fi Connection ................................................................................................................................................... 9
Ethernet Connection ............................................................................................................................................. 9
Antenna Configuration ........................................................................................................................................ 10
System Settings ....................................................................................................................................................... 10
Login .................................................................................................................................................................... 10
WCM Print ........................................................................................................................................................... 10
Party Print ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
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Settings ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Borders ................................................................................................................................................................ 11
Archive Images .................................................................................................................................................... 12
Image Editing............................................................................................................................................................... 13
Crop / Rotate ........................................................................................................................................................... 13
Finetune .................................................................................................................................................................. 13
Filter ........................................................................................................................................................................ 14
Annotate ................................................................................................................................................................. 14
Borders ........................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Requirements .......................................................................................................................................................... 15
Uploading custom borders...................................................................................................................................... 15
Applying borders using WCM Print ......................................................................................................................... 16
Applying borders AirPrint®/IPP, Hot Folder, and SFTP printing .............................................................................. 17
Hot Folder ................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Hot Folder Printing .................................................................................................................................................. 18
To setup hot folders for iOS ................................................................................................................................ 18
To setup hot folders for Android ........................................................................................................................ 19
To setup hot folders for Windows ...................................................................................................................... 20
SFTP ............................................................................................................................................................................. 22
File Transfer Printing (SFTP for developers)............................................................................................................ 22
Sending files by SFTP ........................................................................................................................................... 22
Selecting images.................................................................................................................................................. 23
Known Issues ............................................................................................................................................................... 24
Acknowledgements ..................................................................................................................................................... 25
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Introduction
What is WCM-Plus
The DNP WCM-Plus is a device that allows wireless printing to any of the current DNP printers. Printing from
mobile devices (iPhone, iPad, and Android), Windows PCs and Tablets, and Macs can be done using the direct
printing feature (which allows cropping and basic editing), AirPrint®/IPP, Hot Folder, or SFTP.
The WCM-Plus portal is accessed when a device is connected using the hotspot or Ethernet connection and
provides access to all the controls and capabilities of the WCM-Plus.
When connected to a local WiFi network, the WCM-Plus provides internet access to anyone that is connected to
the hotspot. In addition, the “printers” will be available to any device that is connected to the same WiFi network.
The new WCM-Plus brings incredible speed along with other great features like Print Borders, Basic Editing
Capability, Hot Folder & SFTP Printing.
Easily connect multiple DNP printers to the WCM-Plus. Connecting different printer/media combinations will
provide added print size offerings.
Optional: a high gain antenna can be purchased to improve connection to the local WiFi or improve the range
of the hotspot coverage. Compatible antennas include:
DNP makes no guarantee of compatibility of other antennas. If you choose to use another antenna,
confirm it supports Linux operating systems.
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Compatibility
WCM-Plus compatibility includes:
• iPhones and iPads running iOS 14 and later • Android devices running Android 11 and later
• Microsoft Windows 10 and 11 • MacOS version 12 and 13
WCM-Plus supports all of the current DNP printers and select legacy printers, including:
• DS620A • DS-RX1HS
• DS820A • DS40
• QW410 • DS80
Key Features
• Easy Setup! WCM-Plus identifies the printer and media type so you do not need to setup printer instances
for each print size.
• Fast! The WCM-Plus uses powerful hardware to provide transfer speeds up to 10 seconds. (results may vary
due to variations in connected devices, WiFi traffic, file size, etc.)
• Crop/Edit Capability. When using the WCM Print feature you can crop and edit images for the best print
experience. Edit functions include color correction, filters, fit/fill, and drawing tools!
• Borders! Borders can be added to your prints from any of the printing methods. Custom borders can be
easily loaded, providing fun and unique frames or business branding to promote your business!
• Image Archive! Turn on image archiving to select pictures for reprints, additional edits, and downloads.
• Instant Reprint! The print queue includes a printer icon to reprint any of the last ten images directly from
the print queue.
• Changeable Antennas. WCM-Plus uses two WiFI antennas. One to connect to the hotspot and the other to
connect to a local WiFi network. Depending on your needs and the environmental conditions, the antenna
that is used for each connection can be switched. High Gain antennas can also be added improve coverage.
(high gain antennas are not provided or sold by DNP)
• Hard-Wire Printing. An Ethernet adapter for your mobile device can be added to provide a wired
connection from your device to the WCM-Plus using an Ethernet cable. This can be helpful in situations
where too much WiFi traffic interferes with the transfer of image data.
• Three USB Ports. Three USB ports are available for easily connecting three DNP printers simultaneously,
allowing a wide range of print sizes or redundancy to reduce media loading frequency.
• Hot Folder. Hot folders can be easily setup on iOS, Android, Windows, and Mac systems to drag and drop
images for fast and easy printing
• Print from Multiple Sources. Many devices can print to the WCM-Plus simultaneously, making the WCM-
Plus a great tool for parties and events.
• Party Print! Party Print is a subscription service from DNP designed for photobooth operators and event
photographers or venues to expand their product offering and allow event guests to contribute their
photos. WCM-Plus can handle the printing and slideshow features of Party Print!
• Admin Portal. Access the admin portal to manage all settings, controls, and features of WCM-Plus from any
mobile device, PC, or Mac that is connected to the WCM-Plus hotspot network.
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Getting Started
Quick Start
Plug in and power on your DNP printer.
NOTE: Make sure media is properly loaded in your DNP printer and there are no error lights flashing on the front of the printer.
Connect the WCM-Plus to your DNP printer with the provided USB printer cable. The WCM-Plus has three (3)
available USB ports, allowing three (3) printers to be connected directly to the WCM-Plus. Any open USB port can
be used.
WCM-Plus comes with a 5V3A power supply with a USB-C connector. Plug the power supply connector into the
USB-C port on the WCM-Plus.
Once the WCM-Plus boots, it will print a test page that includes a QR code for the hotspot SSID and printer info for
any printers that are connected.
To connect to the WCM-Plus hotspot you can use the QR code that was
printed on the test page or go to your WiFi settings and select WCMPlus-
xxx.
Printing
WCM Print
Note: the following steps are for an iOS device and may be different from Android
or Windows.
Note: If you are using cloud storage for your photos, the WCM-Plus needs to be
connected to the internet using either WiFi or ethernet.
To access the WCM-Plus portal, scan the WCMPlus Portal QR code on the
test print or open a browser and enter 192.168.4.1 in the address bar.
The portal should open to the Printers menu, which also can be accessed
by tapping on the menu bars in the upper left corner and selecting WCM
Print.
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Tap the +Select Images button, select the images you wish to print, and tap
Add.
Select the desired print size from the drop-down menu above the preview
image.
See the image editing section for detailed information about the crop/edit
features
Tap Print.
AirPrint®/IPP
Select Print from the menu and select the printer/print size
you want.
Tap Print.
Wired Printing
If you are printing from a mobile device such as a phone or tablet, it is possible to establish a wired connection.
You will need to purchase an Ethernet adapter that is compatible with your device. Connect an Ethernet cable
from the WCM-Plus to the mobile device with the adapter. Your device can now print from the WCM Print feature
or using AirPrint®/IPP.
This capability is especially beneficial to photobooth operators where WiFi is not a viable choice.
Print Queue
The print queue shows the last ten images that were sent to print using the WCM-Plus. The
print queue will indicate if a print is processing, has completed transfer to the WCM-Plus, or if
the print failed.
Re-prints can be made quickly and easily by tapping the printer icon in the print queue
thumbnail. If you wish to clear an image from the print queue, tap the trashcan to remove the
thumbnail.
Note: if you have Archive Images turned on, deleting images from the print queue does not remove them
from the image archive.
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Menu Review
Main Menu
The Main Menu is accessed from the menu bars in the upper left corner of
the screen
Printers
The printer menu provides a quick display showing the printer, media loaded
and remaining prints. If you tap on the printer, the dropdown menu provides
information about the printers, including:
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Device
The Device menu provides access to the WCM-Plus information and settings menus.
Factory Reset – In the event the WCM-Plus stops working a Factory Reset
may be able to restore your device to original working condition. This will
install the version of WCM-Plus that was installed when it shipped. Factory
reset will delete any stored settings and images. You will need to connect to
the internet for the most recent updates.
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Network Settings
Hotspot Settings – allow you to connect your device directly to the WCM-
Plus. Both the hotspot SSID and password are case sensitive. The default
settings are:
Wi-Fi Connection – allow a connection to a local Wi-Fi network for internet access while your
device is connected to the WCM-Plus. It also makes IPP (AirPrint®) possible for all devices
connected to the same network.
The pull-down under Wi-Fi will display the available local networks. Select the desired
network, enter the password for that network, and tap Join. Once the connection has been
established the IP address will be displayed for the Wi-Fi network.
Note: Wi-Fi networks that require an agreement page cannot be used with the WCM-Plus
Ethernet Connection - If an Ethernet cable is plugged into the WCM-Plus the IP address will be
displayed in the Ethernet Connection pull-down. An Ethernet connection will often increase
processing speeds and can eliminate interference on Wi-Fi channels.
Devices will be able to see available printers if the Ethernet connection is on the same
network as the Wi-Fi network the devices are connected to.
Note: The system may take a few seconds to detect network connection. This allows the WCM-Plus to
determine if the Ethernet connection is being used for networking or printing.
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Antenna Configuration – Antenna configuration allows you to switch the antenna that is used
for the hotspot and the antenna that is used for Wi-Fi. There are several benefits to this
feature.
• If either the hotspot or Wi-Fi signal strength are less that optimal, switching the
antenna configuration may provide a better connection.
• A high gain antenna can be purchased to increase range and connectivity.
(recommend TP-Link Archer T3U Plus, this device can be purchased from Amazon)
• If the external antenna is lost, the system will default to the internal antenna for the
hotspot connection
System Settings
Login – You can password protect access to the WCM-Plus admin portal.
Selecting the checkbox will prompt you for a username and password.
Default settings are:
Username: dnpwcm
Password: password
Note: both the username and password are case sensitive. The username and
password can be changed.
WCM Print – allows guest access to the Print function without providing access to the admin
portal. This activates the same login password requirement as above, but still allows access to
http://192.168.4.1/print. Selecting the WCM Print checkbox will prompt you for a for a
username and password. Default settings are:
Username: dnpwcm
Password: password
You can set the maximum number of images a guest is able to send to the WCM-Plus at a time.
You can also print a QR code for guest access to http://192.168.4.1/print.
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Party Print – If you subscribe to Party Print (www.partyprint.com) you can use WCM-Plus to
manage printing and slideshow displays. Selecting the checkbox for PartyPrint will provide an
activation code that will associate the WCM-Plus with the Party Print system. Selecting the
checkbox for Slideshow allows a TV/Monitor to be connected to the WCM-Plus using a micro-
HDMI to HDMI cable and present a slideshow from Party Print events.
Settings – provides controls for turning the test page on or off, selecting the unit of measure,
and the Theme (look) of the WCM-Plus admin portal.
Select the Print welcome page checkbox to print a startup “test” welcome page and unselect
the checkbox if you do not wish to print the welcome page. This page provides a color print to
confirm the printer is configured correctly, a QR code to easily connect to the WCM-Plus
hotspot, the printer status of each printer connected to the WCM, and a second QR code to
easily connect to the WCM-Plus admin portal.
Unit lets you choose how you prefer to see print sizes, whether in inches or centimeters
Theme provides several selections for how the WCM-Plus portal looks, including a dark theme.
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Archive Images – Select the checkbox to store all the images from each
session on the WCM-Plus. Once the checkbox is selected you will have an
option to set the number of days you would like the WCM-Plus to store the
images, between 1 and 30.
Depending on the file size, the WCM-Plus can store up to 2000 images. If the
number of images nears the capacity of the WCM-Plus you will receive a
warning that images should be cleared from memory.
Tap View Images to see the archive gallery. You can reprint images as
needed, download them to a USB drive (inserted into the WCM-Plus), or
delete the image(s).
From the gallery you can select one or all images to delete or save to a USB drive. You can
select up to ten images for reprinting.
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Image Editing
Images can be edited in the WCM-Plus portal when using the WCM-Print feature.
Images can be selected from your Photo Library, from your Camera, or from Files.
The edit menu allows you to crop and rotate images, apply image controls, add filters, and annotate images.
Crop / Rotate
Selecting the crop icon provides the ability to crop or rotate the image
To crop the image, select Scale and either drag the crop corners, pinch the
image, or move the slider to adjust the size.
Tap the check mark in the upper right corner to save or select another edit
tool to make additional adjustments.
To rotate the image, select Rotation and use the slider to rotate the image
to the desired position.
Finetune
Selecting the Finetune icon provides the ability to adjust the following color controls:
• Brightness
• Contrast, Saturation
• Exposure
• Temperature
• Gamma
• Clarity
• Vignette
Tap the check mark in the upper right corner to save or select another edit tool to make
additional adjustments.
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Filter
Selecting the Filter icon provides the ability to add filters like:
• Enhanced
• Greyscale
• Sepia
Tap the check mark in the upper right corner to save or select another edit tool to make
additional adjustments.
Annotate
Selecting the Annotate icon opens tools to mark or add text to the
image.
Tools like the Sharpie and text allow you to add messages to the
pictures.
Tap the check mark in the upper right corner to save or select another
edit tool to make additional adjustments.
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Borders
Borders refer to an overlay that can be applied to prints. Borders can be a frame that is printed around the picture
or a business logo to promote your business. The WCM-Plus has a few ready to use borders that can be selected,
and custom borders can be created and uploaded.
Requirements:
File type: Files must be saved as .png to support transparency. Borders are overlays so there must be a
transparent area to allow the picture to show.
File Size: Border files need to be sized to match each print size that will be used. Picture orientation also needs to
be considered, each border template should include a portrait and landscape orientation.
Custom borders can be created in Photoshop or other graphic editing software that supports transparent layers.
Borders can include other overlay images such as your company logo.
From the WCM-Plus portal menu, tap System Settings and Borders and then
tap Add Border.
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To add a border, choose the category you wish to use followed by the print
size the border will be applied to. In the Landscape section, tap + File to
select the custom border that was created for the landscape orientation.
Follow the same process for the Portrait section but select the file that was
created for the portrait orientation.
Once the borders have been added, tap or click the Save icon on the lower
right of the screen.
Once the border has been saved it can be applied two ways. Either by using
the Edit feature in WCM Print or by choosing Select Border in the System
Settings/Borders menu.
Tap + Select Images and choose pictures from the photo gallery, the camera,
or from files.
Select the border of choice and tap the Save icon in the lower right of the
screen.
The picture with the border will be previewed. Tap Print to send the image to
the printer.
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Applying borders AirPrint®/IPP, Hot Folder, and SFTP printing:
Go to the System Settings/Borders menu
Choose the print size you will apply the border to.
Tap the border to choose the one you want to use and tap
the Save icon in the lower right of the screen.
All prints that are sent from AirPrint®/IPP, Hot Folder, or SFTP will have the chosen border applied.
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Hot Folder
Hot Folder Printing
Setting up a hot folder allows image files to be placed in a specific folder which automatically sends the image to
print a specific size and a specific printer. A hot folder can be set up for iOS, Android, Mac, and Windows.
To use a hot folder the device must be connected to the WCM-Plus hotspot and have a DNP printer connected to
the WCM-Plus.
3. Tap the circle with three dots and then tap “Connect to Server”
• Name = dnpwcm
• Password = dnp12345
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This will show the shared network folder: dnpwcm. Open the dnpwcm folder
to see the hot folders. There will be a hot folder for each available print size.
You can copy image files into the desired print size folder, and it will print on
the first available printer that supports the desired print size.
If you have multiple printers connected to the WCM-Plus and want the print
to go to a specific printer, open the print size folder to see the connected
printer. You can copy image files into the printer folder, and it will print the
desired print size on the specified printer.
2. Open the My Files app and scroll down and tap Network storage and
Add network storage.
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This will show the shared network folder: dnpwcm. Open
the dnpwcm folder to see the hot folders. There will be a
hot folder for each available print size. You can copy image
files into the desired print size folder and it will print on the
first available printer that supports the desired print size.
Return to the primary page in My Files and select the Images folder.
Tap and hold the image(s) you want to print and tap Copy (or Move)
Return to the dnpwcm folder and select the print size folder
Tap Copy Here (or Move Here) to drop the image file(s) in the hot folder
Double click the dnpwcm shared network folder to access the hot folders.
Name = dnpwcm
Password = dnp12345
There will be a hot folder for each available print size. You can drag-and-drop or
copy image files into the desired print size folder and it will print on the first
available printer that supports the desired print size.
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If you have multiple printers connected to the WCM-Plus and want the print to go
to a specific printer, open the print size folder to see the connected printer. You can
drag-and-drop or copy image files into the printer folder and it will print the desired
print size on the specified printer.
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SFTP
File Transfer Printing (SFTP for developers)
Using an SFTP program like WinSCP or FileZilla, users can have files sent to a hot folder for direct printing. (The
screenshots below are from WinSCP and may not be the same in other programs.)
Hostname =192.168.4.1
Port = 22
Username = dnpwcm
Password = dnp12345
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Selecting images
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Known Issues
Phones that save images in heic (high efficiency image container) format send the image to the WCM
that will not allow the WCM-Plus to see the actual size of the picture. Because of this the printed picture
may have white edges because the WCM-Plus cannot properly crop the image.
There are two options to address this condition.
1. Go to the camera settings and select Most Compatible as the format. This will save images as .jpg and the
WCM can correctly see the edges of the image and crop to fill the print size.
2. Resize the image to the correct print size before sending it to print. This can be done in the WCM Print edit
feature
a. Select the desired image in WCM Print and choose the pencil icon to edit the image.
b. For 4x6 prints select the crop tool and select 4:6 for portrait and 6:4 for portrait. Drag the edit buttons to
include the desired print area and save.
c. If another print size is wanted, select the resize tool and enter the pixel size for the desired print. Pixel size
can be calculated by multiplying the print size in inches by 300dpi. So, a 5x7 print size will be 1500x2100
pixels. Tap the lock icon to unlock the aspect ratio and enter the correct sizes.
d. You can also use native edit tools in the phone’s gallery to select the correct aspect ratio.
4x6 = 2:3
5x7 = 5:7
6x8 = 3:4
6x9 = 2:3
8x10 = 4:5
8x12 = 2:3
Square = 1:1
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Acknowledgements
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