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Direct Color Systems DCS Printers
DCS E-Newsletter January 2015
Think Big? Then Print Big with the 1024UVMVP15

1024UVMVP15 PrinterDid you know that there is now a UV LED printer available for printing on substrates that are an astounding 15" (381mm) thick? This type of capability has never been seen in the industry until now.

With the Direct Jet 1024UVMVP15, those hard-to-print objects can be customized faster and easier than with any other available technology – and all with the same speeds, print quality, features and application capabilities of the smaller UVMVP models.

No spacers or risers are needed! The 1024UVMVP15 is fully adjustable to accommodate items from 0" to 15" (381mm).

Click here to see how the 1024UVMVP15 compares
to the other UVMVP models, or to request a sample.

Print big on cylindrical objects as well. Use the 1024UVMVP15 in conjunction with the EasyCyl attachment to print on large-radius cylindrical objects.

 
PRINTOVATORS™ – Architectural Signage Systems
Fact: DCS PRINTOVATORS DO MORE with their Direct Jet UV LED printers. They develop more applications, produce more products and generate more profits.
   

DCS Printovators Program

The Incredible Machine

Architectural Signage Systems, Inc.
113 1st Ave SW
Lutz, FL 33548
USA
Phone: 813-949-8236
jonathan@assitampa.com
www.assitampa.com

"Simply put, we chose to purchase a Direct Jet 1024UVHS for the ADA/Braille function," says Jonathan Fisher, General Manager of Architectural Signage Systems in Lutz, Florida (USA).

ADA/Braille Signage"We now have the ability to print the Braille dots – specifically clear dots, which is a major production boost and time savings over our old process. In the past, we used the raster machine to drill holes and then inserted the beads by hand," says Fisher. "The ability to produce ADA/Braille signs faster than we were before was the biggest allure to the machine. It is easy for us to run the machine and complete these signs now."

Since 1989, Architectural Signage Systems has been providing wholesale and retail signage at an affordable price, without sacrificing quality.

Capabilities include:
• ADA-Compliant Door Signs
• Directional Signage
• Suite Signs
• Display Boards
• Directory and Evacuation Signage
• And much more!

As signage needs have changed over time, so has the company. Now in business for more than 25 years, the company expects ADA/Braille signage production to comprise 70% of their business – a big shift from 15, 10, or even just 5 years ago.

Armed with the ability to be more than a signage solution provider, Architectural Signage Systems has looked at ways to leverage their Direct Jet machine for other revenue streams. "We can now produce custom gifts for the same companies who we provide signage for. There is profit potential there for us, and we continue to work hard at expanding that side of the business."

Visit www.assitampa.com, contact Jonathan Fisher at jonathan@assitampa.com or call 813-949-8236 to view their complete portfolio of stunning samples or discuss how their capabilities can meet your signage needs.

Is your company a PRINTOVATOR?
Click here for program benefits and to begin your submission.

 
Unmatched Print Speeds – New Phone Case Printing Video!

ISA Sign Expo Wrap UpDirect Jet UV LED printers provide users with unmatched print speeds. With speeds of up to 4,645 in2/hr (2.99 m2/hr), you have the ability to print a full bed in 3 minutes and 6 seconds! The quoted print speeds are not for some one-color, simple text print, either. These speeds are achieved using a full-color, full-coverage, ISO-N5A image.

Not printing a completely covered bed? Producing items like phone cases takes print speeds to another level! Taken during a recent trade show, this new video shows the Direct Jet 1024UVMVP4 printing a full bed of 14 phone cases in approximately 1 minute and 30 seconds!

Click here to watch the video.

 
Tech Tip: Installing Third-Party Application Plug-Ins Manually
DCS Tech Tips

Installing Third-Party Application Plug-Ins ManuallyDuring the initial installation of Color Byte, the installer will automatically install third-party (Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and CorelDraw) plug-ins if those applications are found on the PC at that time.

However, there may be instances when third-party applications are added after the Color Byte installation, or when they need to be removed and/or upgraded.

Click here for the steps to properly install the plug-ins only, which prevents the user from having to uninstall the entire software program.

   
To view our full archive of free DCS Tech Tips, please visit our website »
 
Need a Pass to the ARA International Awards Market in Las Vegas?

Visit DCS at ARAVisit us at Booth #2100 during the ARA International Awards Market, Jan. 27 - 30 in Las Vegas, NV. Multiple Direct Jet UV LED printer models will be onsite, producing samples throughout the show. Show-only special packages will be available.

We are looking forward to visiting fabulous (and hopefully warm) Las Vegas at the end of the month. We hope to see you there.

Don't have a show pass? You can use this voucher (PDF) for a free pass to the show on Friday, January 30th.

 
Technical Services Corner: White Ink Circulation Kit for Original 1024UVMVP Models

UVMVP printer models – 1018UVMVP2, 1024UVMVP4, 1024UVMVP6 and 1024UVMVP15 – are equipped with a complete White Ink Circulation system. This system now circulates the entire white ink tank AND lines. Test prints have shown that this enhances the already industry-leading print quality of the Multisolve IR2 UV LED white ink.

Field Upgrades Now Available for the Original 1024UVMVP

A field-upgradeable White Ink Circulation Kit is now available for original 1024UVMVP models (Kit part # PT-1320-K035). The original 1024UVMVP models were equipped with a circulation system that circulated the white ink tank only.

PT-1320-K035 ships with all of the necessary components and easy-to-follow instructions. The complete installation of this kit should take approx. 15 minutes.

PT-1320-K035 Retail Purchase Price

$19.95 + shipping and handling

Order Your Kit Now

Please contact orders@directcolorsystems.com to order your kit(s) today.

 
Software Updates

IS YOUR SOFTWARE UP TO DATE?

Latest Build Versions (Release Date):
     Color Byte RIP 9.1 Build 3 (Rel: 2/6/14)
     Front End Build: 10588M* (Rel: 2/6/14)
     Back End Build: 5227* (Rel: 2/6/14)

 

Latest Printer Package Versions (Release Date):
     1024UVMVP15: 4.104 (Rel: 12/30/14)
     1024UVMVP6: 4.104 (Rel: 12/30/14)
     1024UVMVP4: 4.104(Rel: 12/30/14)
     1018UVMVP2: 4.104 (Rel: 12/30/14)
     1018UVHS6: 4.104 (Rel: 12/30/14)
     1024UVMVP: 4.206 (Rel: 9/12/14)
     1024UVHS: 5.103 (Rel: 1/24/14)
     1024UV: 5.103 (Rel: 3/26/14)
     1014UV: 5.103 (Rel: 3/26/14)
     MVPADA24: 4.103 (Rel: 1/5/15)
     MVPADA18: 4.103 (Rel: 1/5/15)
     UVMVPADA: 6.102 (Rel: 10/3/14)
     DJUVADA: 6.204 For use with Build 3 Only (Rel: 2/6/14)
     DCS UVEASYCYL: 3.104 For use with Build 3 Only (Rel: 10/7/14)

* Find these numbers by going to HELP > ABOUT in the Color Byte Front End and the Color Byte RIP.

 
Technology Showcases

Please join us for one of our free upcoming regional Open Houses and Technology Showcases! See ADA/Braille signs, TEXTUR3D™ items and water bottles (cylindrical objects), along with many more printed samples. This is an exclusive opportunity to see the best in class Direct Jet 1024UVMVP6 printer in action.

Keep an eye out for more and more Technology Showcases to be scheduled throughout 2015. We may be in your area soon! Complete calendar available at www.directcolorsystems.com/events.

 
 
Chicago, IL USA
January 26 - 27, 2015
Contact Bill Johnson for details
North Canton, OH USA
February 3 - 4, 2015
Contact Jim Thrush for details
Murrieta, CA USA
February 11 - 12, 2015
Contact Bob Revere for details
 
Markham, ON Canada
February 15, 2015
Contact Norm Reedman for details
San Jose, CA USA
February 25 - 26, 2015
Contact Bob Revere for details
 
 
View our complete Technology Showcase schedule »
 
Upcoming DCS Trade Shows
Visit DCS at RemaDays Visit DCS at the NBM Show
ARA International Awards Market
January 27 - 30, 2015
Las Vegas, NV USA
Booth #2100
RemaDays
February 4 - 6, 2015
Warsaw, Poland
DCS distributor Agraf Sp. s o.o. will be exhibiting
The NBM Show – Orlando
February 25 - 27, 2015
Orlando, FL USA
Booth #516
 
Visit DCS at Print China ISA 2015 FESPA 2015
Print China 2015
April 7-12, 2015
Guangdong, China
DCS distributors Wilson (Hong Kong) Ltd. and VGD Graphics Tech will be exhibiting
ISA 2015
April 9 - 11, 2015
Las Vegas, NV USA
Booth #1535
FESPA 2015
May 18 - 22, 2015
Cologne, Germany
Booth #C90 (Hall 8)
 
View our complete trade show & events schedule »




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