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How to Print to the Plotter
To use the "Helpdesk Plotter", you will need to provide the helpdesk with an Index number to charge all plot jobs to, obtain rights to print to the plotter prior to sending your job, and add the plotter (CoF Plotter) to your system.
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Start by making a reservation on the CoF Plotter Calendar (accessible through Outlook or by calling the Helpdesk). When your time period starts, go to the plotter room and verify that the appropriate size and type of paper that you want is on the plotter.
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From your application (we recommend using Microsoft PowerPoint), click on the File menu and select Print, then select the \\alnus\CoF_Plotter from the printer selection dropdown box and click on Properties to confirm that the print settings are correct.
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Click on Printing Preferences.
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Select <<Edit Paper List...>> from the Paper Size drop-down list.
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Enter the size of the print job, allowing for 2" margins (eg. a 36"x52" printout will require a paper size of 38"x54"). Deselect Ansi and American standards located on the left side of the window, and Click OK.
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Choose the appropriate paper roll size.
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Select appropriate print quality (Max Speed=Least Ink Used, Max Quality-Enhanced IQ=Most Ink Used).
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Do not use the Orientation selections (Portrait & Landscape). Page orientation will be automatically determined by selecting Autorotate under the Advanced tab.
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Click on the OK buttons through the descending windows until returned to the Print Menu.
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You are now ready to begin printing*.
* Powerpoint 2003 users may use the Preview button in the Print Menu to view their document before printing.