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Filipr: piss

2026-08-08T20:03:44Z

piss

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	\|HP01-04		\|HP01-04
	\|?		\|Malfunctioning.
	\|Came with Isaac		\|Came with Isaac. The printer does not recognize any if them.
	\|}		\|}

Filipr: nvm

2026-08-08T19:44:31Z

nvm

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	\|CHINA0001-0004		\|CHINA0001-0004
	\|In use.		\|In use.
	\|~~Unknown~~ origin. Seem to work fine.		\|0004 is from Gigaprint.cz, sometimes skips on odd rows. Rest unknown origin. Seem to work fine, caution advised.
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0005		\|CHINA0005

Filipr: Wording

2026-08-08T18:58:47Z

Wording

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	Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.		Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it --> If not, try manually adding IP ~~10.48.1.84~~ (~~or 10.48.0.226 if plotter~~'~~s cable isn~~'~~t working~~).		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it --> If not, try manually adding the IP (see ''Homepage'' on the right).

	There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.		There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.
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	[[File:PrintingLargeScale.png\|none\|thumb\|How to fix problems with larger prints.]]		[[File:PrintingLargeScale.png\|none\|thumb\|How to fix problems with larger prints.]]

	For larger print jobs, using Scribus ~~on Linux~~ is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in an image, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI., double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print (printing from Scribus seems to be broken).		For larger print jobs on Linux, using Scribus is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in the image tool, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI, double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print (printing from Scribus seems to be broken).

	[[File:Scribus-screenshot.png\|none\|thumb\|How to use Scribus for large prints.]]		[[File:Scribus-screenshot.png\|none\|thumb\|How to use Scribus for large prints.]]
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	Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.		Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.

	Richard has a management webpage, where you can see much more information. See ''Homepage~~(s)~~'' above.		Richard has a management webpage, where you can see much more information. See ''Homepage'' above.

	=== Issac ===		=== Issac ===

Filipr: Forgot space

2026-08-08T18:55:57Z

Forgot space

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	Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.		Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84 (or 10.48.0.226 if plotter's cable isn't working).		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it --> If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84 (or 10.48.0.226 if plotter's cable isn't working).

	There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.		There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.

Filipr: Moved text to make it flow better.

2026-08-08T18:55:20Z

Moved text to make it flow better.

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	{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}		{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}

	Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. Both are owned and managed by Filip.		Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. They can do prints slightly larger than A0 at a resolution of 1200 DPI. Both are owned and managed by Filip.

	== Printing ==		== Printing ==

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	There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.		There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.

	[[File:PrintingLargeScale.png\|none\|thumb\|How to fix problems with larger prints]]		[[File:PrintingLargeScale.png\|none\|thumb\|How to fix problems with larger prints.]]

	For larger print jobs, using Scribus on Linux is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in an image, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI., double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print (printing from Scribus seems to be broken).		For larger print jobs, using Scribus on Linux is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in an image, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI., double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print (printing from Scribus seems to be broken).

	[[File:Scribus-screenshot.png\|none\|thumb\|How to use Scribus for large prints]]		[[File:Scribus-screenshot.png\|none\|thumb\|How to use Scribus for large prints.]]

	== Details ==		== Details ==
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	!Cartridge		!Cartridge
			!State
	!Notes		!Notes
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0001-0004		\|CHINA0001-0004
			\|In use.
	\|Unknown origin. Seem to work fine.		\|Unknown origin. Seem to work fine.
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0005		\|CHINA0005
			\|Destroyed
	\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.		\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0006-0007		\|CHINA0006-0007
			\|? - won't test
	\|Unknown origin. Same set as 0005 and 0008.		\|Unknown origin. Same set as 0005 and 0008.
	\|-		\|-
	\|CHINA0008		\|CHINA0008
			\|Destroyed
	\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.		\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.
	\|}		\|}
	<gallery mode="nolines" widths="240">		<gallery mode="nolines" widths="240">
	File:Dcc4ae6f-d429-42a7-81a8-e476db0dd883a.jpg\|CHINA0001-0004		File:Dcc4ae6f-d429-42a7-81a8-e476db0dd883a.jpg\|CHINA0001-0004
	File:9c0f2fca-9240-4e55-8c62-32dd982c8f66.jpg\|CHINA0005-0008		File:9c0f2fca-9240-4e55-8c62-32dd982c8f66.jpg\|CHINA0005-0008 Note the D for Destroyed.
	</gallery>		</gallery>

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	!Cartridge		!Cartridge
			!State
	!Notes		!Notes
	\|-		\|-
	\|HP01-04		\|HP01-04
			\|?
	\|Came with Isaac		\|Came with Isaac
	\|}		\|}
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	==== Paper ====		==== Paper ====
	The maximum width of roll paper is 914mm. We have had success with this paper from Alza<ref>https://www.alza.cz/smartline-ploa090-914-50-d4076653.htm</ref>, however it is quite thin and not suited for quality posters.<references />		The maximum width of roll paper is 914mm. We have had success with this paper from Alza<ref>https://www.alza.cz/smartline-ploa090-914-50-d4076653.htm</ref>, however it is quite thin and not suited for quality posters. There are also some misprints you can print on from the opposite side, however we have not yet found a permanent location for them.<references />
	[[Category:Equipment]]		[[Category:Equipment]]

Filipr: Moved text to make it flow better.

2026-08-08T18:34:49Z

Moved text to make it flow better.

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	{{Project\|name=Richard\|homepage=https://10.48.1.84/\|status=Working\|os=VxWorks?\|image=Protter-richard.jpg\|founder=just showed up?}}		{{Project\|name=Richard\|homepage=Ethernet: https://10.48.1.84/
			WiFi: https://10.48.0.226/\|status=Working\|os=VxWorks?\|image=Protter-richard.jpg\|founder=just showed up?}}
	{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}		{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}

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	Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.		Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84 (or 10.48.0.226 if plotter's cable isn't working)~~. Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage]~~.		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84 (or 10.48.0.226 if plotter's cable isn't working).

	There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.		There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.
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	Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.		Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.

			Richard has a management webpage, where you can see much more information. See ''Homepage(s)'' above.

	=== Issac ===		=== Issac ===

Filipr: Added screenshots how to print properly.

2026-08-08T18:30:53Z

Added screenshots how to print properly.

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	Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.		Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84. Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84 (or 10.48.0.226 if plotter's cable isn't working). Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].

	There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.		There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.

	For larger print jobs, using Scribus on Linux is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in an image, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI., double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print.		[[File:PrintingLargeScale.png\|none\|thumb\|How to fix problems with larger prints]]

			For larger print jobs, using Scribus on Linux is recommended. Simply create a new project with the desired paper size, drag in an image, in the Image Properties tab on the right select your wanted DPI., double click it to set the file, right click Image > Adjust frame to image to scale up the image. To print, export it to PDF, open it in your operating system's print menu, set the correct paper size, and print (printing from Scribus seems to be broken).

			[[File:Scribus-screenshot.png\|none\|thumb\|How to use Scribus for large prints]]

	== Details ==		== Details ==

	=== Richard ===<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->		=== Richard ===
			<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->

	Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.		Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.

Filipr: typo

2026-08-08T18:20:10Z

typo

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	== Printing ==		== Printing ==

	Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 ~~papre~~ sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.		Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 paper sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84. Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84. Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].

Filipr: apparently it needs a founder

2026-08-08T18:19:44Z

apparently it needs a founder

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	{{Project\|name=Richard\|homepage=https://10.48.1.84/\|status=Working\|os=VxWorks?\|image=Protter-richard.jpg}}		{{Project\|name=Richard\|homepage=https://10.48.1.84/\|status=Working\|os=VxWorks?\|image=Protter-richard.jpg\|founder=just showed up?}}
	{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}		{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}

Filipr: CHINA cartridges

2026-08-08T18:19:14Z

CHINA cartridges

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	{{Project\|name=Richard\|homepage=https://10.48.1.84/\|status=Working\|os=VxWorks?\|image=Protter-richard.jpg\|founder=Filip}}		{{Project\|name=Richard\|homepage=https://10.48.1.84/\|status=Working\|os=VxWorks?\|image=Protter-richard.jpg}}
			{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=Kept for parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}

	Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. Both are owned and managed by Filip.		Base currently owns two HP T520 plotters: Richard, a 36" printer, and Isaac, a 24" printer. Both are owned and managed by Filip.

	~~{{Project\|name=Isaac\|founder=Filip\|status=For parts\|image=Plotter-isaac.jpg}}~~

	== Printing ==		== Printing ==

	Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 papre sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.		Richard can print from a 914mm paper roll (slightly larger than A0), or individual A3 papre sheets. Follow the instruction on the screen to load/unload paper.

	Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).		Richard should show up automatically when trying to print (if using Windows or Linux with CUPS and Avahi).<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84. Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].
	<!-- TODO: Try mining a PPD file for it -->
	If not, try manually adding IP 10.48.1.84.
	Richard has a management [https://10.48.1.84/#hId-P9100Page webpage].

	There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.		There may be a problem that the plotter doesn't receive the correct dimensions of the image, and defaults to printing only the bottom right A4 area. if this happens, make sure that you are sending the print job with the correct paper size.
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	=== Richard ===<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->		=== Richard ===<!-- TODO Write about Richard -->

	Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.		Richard used to belong to Base, but after a deal with Thebys and fixing it, it now belongs to Filip.

	=== Issac ===		=== Issac ===
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	==== Cartridges ====		==== Cartridges ====

	There seem to be two price tiers of alternative cartridges - ones that work, and ones that leak and destroy the printhead. Because of the latter, we had to purchase Isaac and repair Richard. Before buying a new cartridge, make sure it will not leak! Because of that, I've opted to number and track all cartridges.		There seem to be two price tiers of alternative cartridges - ones that work, and ones that leak and destroy the printhead. Because of the latter, we had to purchase Isaac and repair Richard. Before buying a new cartridge, make sure it will not leak! Because of that, I've opted to number and track all cartridges. '''Due to this fact, please do not throw away cartridges! They might be important for researching proper alternatives!''' It may be possible to transfer ink from unofficial cartridges to official ones - however, this has not been tested, the plotter may complain.

	From their reviews, it seems Alza's toner leaks.		From their reviews, it seems Alza's toner leaks.
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	!Notes		!Notes
	\|-		\|-
	\|~~HP01~~-04		\|CHINA0001-0004
	\|~~Came with Isaac~~		\|Unknown origin. Seem to work fine.
			\|-
			\|CHINA0005
			\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.
			\|-
			\|CHINA0006-0007
			\|Unknown origin. Same set as 0005 and 0008.
			\|-
			\|CHINA0008
			\|Unknown origin. Leaks. Destroyed Head 1.
	\|}		\|}
			<gallery mode="nolines" widths="240">
			File:Dcc4ae6f-d429-42a7-81a8-e476db0dd883a.jpg\|CHINA0001-0004
			File:9c0f2fca-9240-4e55-8c62-32dd982c8f66.jpg\|CHINA0005-0008
			</gallery>

	===== Official =====		===== Official =====