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DNP WCM2 Print User Manual

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© 2021. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation. All rights reserved.
Rev: 6/28/21

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  • Page 1 User Guide © 2021. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation. All rights reserved. Rev: 6/28/21...
  • Page 2 SOFTWARE. This Software License Agreement (the “Software License Agreement”) is an agreement entered into by and between you (hereinafter referred to as “You” or Your”) and DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation (DNP IAM) (the “Licensor”) for any and all software and documentation provided by the Licensor (the “Software”). The Software includes items available either by Internet download, contained in a CD/DVD or contained within a 3 party software installer.
  • Page 3 Because DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation must respond to changing market conditions, it should not be interpreted to be a commitment on the part of DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation, and DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation cannot guarantee the accuracy of any information presented after the date of publication. This document is for informational purposes only.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    What is the DNP Wireless Connect Module (WCM2)? ....... . .

  • Page 5: Introduction

    What is the DNP Wireless Connect Module (WCM2)? The WCM2 is the second generation of the DNP Wireless Connect Module, allowing wireless printing from mobile devices (iPhone, iPad, and Android devices), Windows PCs, and Macs, or by using the direct print web application–WCM Print. The WCM2 broadcasts its own Wi-Fi network (hotspot) that allows wireless printing and access to the user web portal where device settings and controls can be accessed.

  • Page 6: Compatibility

    The new Admin Portal is easy to navigate, controls what print sizes are made available, WCM Print quantity limits, and other settings to customize the user experience.  Color profiles have been added to maintain consistency across DNP platforms and can be changed for specialty media and regional preference. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Getting Started Setting up your WCM2 System Connect your WCM2 to your DNP printer with the provided USB printer cable. There are two available USB ports, making it easy to connect two DNP printers! Connect the power adapter to the WCM2. If you are using a QW410 printer, the alternate USB power cable can be connected to the USB port in the back of the printer.
  • Page 8 Network Settings, System Settings, Software Update, Power, Software License, and Logout. Printers The Printers Menu displays any DNP printer that is connected to the WCM2 including the media size and number of prints remaining on the ribbon. The print queue is also displayed and shows the status of printed pictures (Pending, Processing, Printing, and Completed).
  • Page 9 Print Sizes Shows all of the available print sizes and cuts for each DNP printer/media combination that is connected to the WCM2. The print sizes that are checked are available for use. By default, only the most common print sizes are selected.
  • Page 10 Join. Once the connection has been established the IP address will be displayed for the Wi-Fi network. Attention: Wi-Fi networks that do not have a password, but require an agreement page cannot be used with the WCM2. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 11 Devices will be able to see available printers if the Ethernet is the same as the Wi-Fi network the devices are connected to. System Settings System Settings contains settings for Logins, WCM Print Configuration, Date/Time Settings, System Info, Settings (general), and Logging. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 12 Both the username and password are case sensitive and can be customized NOTE: If the custom SSID name or password is lost, tap Reset user name and password on the login page to reset them to their default settings. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 13 The guest web address lets the WCM Print function be used by anyone connected to the hotspot without the ability to access the admin controls. The admin can access WCM Print from the main menu and still maintain access to the other settings. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 14 RAM: Indicates what percentage of memory is being used.  Disk: Indicates what percentage of disk space is being used. The refresh rate for system info is every 20 seconds. To force a refresh of the system info tap Refresh. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 15 Logging System logs can be accessed by tapping Get Log. This information can be helpful for troubleshooting purposes. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 16 Tap Restart Device and allow a few minutes for the WCM2 to restart and initialize. Tap Shutdown Device for a controlled method to turn off the WCM2. The shutdown process will take approximately 60 seconds. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...

  • Page 17: Using The Wcm2

    Print times may vary due to the size of the picture file, Wi-Fi interference, and various other factors. ATTENTION: Some photo apps use their own custom sharing menu that does not include a print button. Tapping the More button often gives the standard menu shown above (center). DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...

  • Page 18: (Android Printing)

    Wi-Fi network the Android device is connected to. See “Network Settings” on page 9. Select your Image Choose your Printer Print your Image Note: If the actual paper size is not available, select Letter. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...

  • Page 19: (Pc Printing)

    If the desired printer is not shown, you will need to add the printer. Click on + Add a Printer to open Printers & Scanners. Click + Add a printer or scanner.                 Select your DNP Printer from the listed printers. Click OK to add the printer. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 20 You can return to the print dialog and print to the WCM2 printer. Print size is established when a printer instance is set up in the WCM Portal and will override paper size in print settings. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...

  • Page 21: (Mac Printing)

    4.5 x 8 = 16:9 (Mac Printing) Printing from Windows 10 PCs and Tablets (IPP - Internet Printing Protocol) The WCM2 works with AirPrint, which allows it to work with the Mac printing system. Go into Settings and select Network. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 22 (Mac Printing) Printing from Windows 10 PCs and Tablets (IPP - Internet Printing Protocol) Connect to the WCM2 Hotspot.   To add a printer, go back to Settings and select Printers & Scanners. Click the + to see available printers.   DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 23 Open a photo on your Mac. Click the pull-down for Printer, select the desired printer and choose Fill in the layout section, and click Print (WCM2 printers have the following naming format Printer-print size @ dnpwcm).   On the Mac print dialog, choose the number of copies and click Print. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...

  • Page 24: Wcm Print

    Once the WCM Print function has been enabled it can be accessed from WCM Print (now displayed in the main menu) or type in the browser address bar. A QR code can also be printed from the administrative controls 192.168.4.1/print page. > Print             . From the WCM Print page, tap or click on DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 25 Select Quantity to set the number of copies that are made for each selected picture (the maximum quantity can be set in the administration page). Tap or click Select Images to choose the pictures to be printed. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...

  • Page 26: Printing From Custom Photo Booth Applications

    Babeland Photo  Mini Photo Booth  Darkroom Booth for iPad * Testing was done by 3rd parties and reported to DNP. DNP is not responsible for applications that do not work correctly with the WCM2. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Profiles have also been established for DNP Luxury media to emphasize the softness found in the Silver Pearl media and the vibrance in the Metallic media. Metallic Vivid maximizes color saturation.
  • Page 28 If you have questions, need help with something, want to place an order, or just need to speak with a representative, please contact our technical support line at: 1.844.367.8777 You can also check our website for helpful tips and answers to most of your questions: www.dnpphoto.com DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation...
  • Page 29 © 2021. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation DOC-U-WCM-R1V2 All rights reserved. Rev: 02.12.2021...

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