About This Book

Version

Version: 20070515

General

This book describes the Index Braille Embosser products. The information is intended for service personnel, system administrators and users.

How to Use This Book

 Product Overview: overview of the Index Braille products

Unpacking the Embosser and Setting up the Embosser: how to unpack, install and set up the embosser. 
Software Installation and Set-up: installing drivers and other related software and connecting the embosser to your computer.
Controlling the Embosser : control and set-up of the embosser.

Service and Support:  maintaining and servicing.

Document Conventions

To facilitate reading this document, a consistent format is used to describe each function.. This format is defined below. 

Function described	Format in Manual	Comments	
Pressing a key on the front panel	key 1		
Pressing a two-key sequence on the front panel	key 1 + key 2	Press the second key within half a second 	
Speech Feedback	echo "echoed message"		
Speech Feedback Number	echo "echoed message (xx.x)"
where xx.x is the number		
Information video on the Index Braille CD	VIDEO: Name.wmn		
Starting programs 	menu 1/ menu 2/ menu 3, etc..		
Program name	Program Name		
Selection of menu from the front panel  in setup	setup/ page layout/ Braille, etc.		
Selected menu item in program	"Name of the selected item"		
Escape sequences	<1B><44><PL><500>	Use brackets to visually separate the numbers	

Terminology 

Term	Explanation	
Embosser	Printer that produces Braille texts as raised dots in paper	
Index Braille Code	Default installed text-to-Braille translation table	
Own Braille Table	User-defined Braille translation tables made in computer or literary Braille	
Braille translation files	Files used by WinBraille defining the text-to-Braille translation. The Braille translation files handle both contracted or uncontracted Braille	
Embossing Module	Embossing Modules are used in 4Waves PRO. The Embossing Modules are identical; their function as Module 1-4 depends on their position in the system.	
Master Module (1)		
Module 2, 3, 4	See picture above	
Power Module	Module located below the embosser including power supply, communication, connectors and dip switch for module definition. 	
Contracted Braille/
 Grade 2 Braille	When words or parts of words are translated in to a short form. This is used to reduce a book's volume and increase reading speed.	

Product Name Conventions

The various software products and deliverables provided by Index Braille are listed below together with the short names used in this document.
Full name	Short name	
WinBraille	WinBraille	
Index Embosser Utility	Embosser Utility	
Index IbPrint	IbPrint	
Index Speech Tool	Index Speech	
Index Braille Printer Driver	Index Printer Driver	
Index Braille CD	Index CD	
Index Braille Embosser(s)	Index Embosser(s)	

Related Documents

Document Title	Description	
Index Catalogue	The Index Braille Product Guide	
WinBraille Users Guide	The Users Guide describes how to install and use WinBraille.	

Product Overview

General

Operating Systems

Index Braille embossers, WinBraille 4.xx, Embosser Utility, and IbPrint support the following Windows operating systems.

Operating system	Office 2000	Office XP	Office 2003	
Windows 2000	X	X	X	
Windows XP, PRO	X	X	X	
Windows XP, Home	X	X	X	

WinBraille 3.xx Braille editor supports
	Windows 95
	Windows 98

iBraille and the Index Braille Printer Drivers for Macintosh support Mac OS X 10.4.4 or higher.

User Rights

Windows:
Login with "Administrator" rights when installing WinBraille, Embosser Utility and IbPrint. 

Macintosh:
Administrator rights are required when installing iBraille or the printer driver on Mac OS X 10.4. 

Embossers

This section provides general information for all the embossers and an overview for each embosser describing its use and advantages.

Features

Free - WinBraille editor
WinBraille is one of the most powerful Braille products on the market, providing comprehensive support for all Windows users. WinBraille is compatible with all Index Braille embossers. It translates text into contracted and uncontracted Braille and supports a large number of languages. You may perform multilingual translations in one document. See WinBraille

Speech Guided
Index Braille embossers are controlled by an ink- and Braille-labeled front panel. Combined with the speech feedback, it is easy to install and operate by blind and sighted users alike.

Graphics
The Index Braille Embossers version 3 can emboss graphical images with 0.5-mm resolution. The requirements are WinBraille 4.0 or higher and embosser firmware 11.1 or higher.

Modern Communication
The Version 3 embossers include standard communication ports that can be connected to any modern computer.
	USB, Plug & Play
	Network (TCP/IP)
	Serial port (for service)
	Parallel port, IEEE 1284

Networking
Index Braille version 3 embossers can be installed in a Network. Index Braille embossers use the IP network port 91.00. They support:
	Network interface (TCP/IP)
	DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol)
	SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol)
	Host name support

MS DOS Functionality
Use parallel port, it is the only port supported by MS DOS.

Graphics using Braille editors other than WinBraille
Graphic resolution 1.6, 2.0 and 2.5 mm. 
See, esc sequences for graphics

Service and Security
Index Braille Embossers come with a two-year 200,000-page warranty (4Waves PRO 5,000,000 pages), whichever comes first, following the international trade agreement "Orgalime S2000". To ensure efficient service, Index Braille has established a module exchange system, with modules available for prompt delivery from stock. The embossing head, electronics board and sheet feeder for all models are the modules included in the exchange system. See also www.indexbraille.com for further information.

Basic-D/S

Traditional Tractor Fed Embosser - and it is Portable
Basic Braille embossers are the market leaders in many countries. This is easy to understand, and is mostly because of their reliability, high speed, ease of use, light weight, good design and the many functions you would not normally expect for the price. Basic is portable so you can bring Basic to the meetings in your organization. The high speed, low weight and the compact format make it the best portable Braille embosser. Basic is also one of the most reliable traditional tractor-fed Braille embossers and will easily cope with continuous Braille production.

Basic-S 
The Basic-S is a classic single-sided embosser. The Basic-S is probably the most cost-effective Braille production unit in the world.

Basic-D 
The Basic-D produces interpoint Braille at twice the speed of the Basic-S.

	

Everest

The Master of Cut-Sheet Paper
The Everest is a fast double-sided (interpoint) and single-sided Braille embosser with stable handling of cut-sheet paper at an economical price. It is easy to use and produces very high-quality Braille. This makes the Everest by far the most used embosser of its kind in all countries where the users prefer to print Braille onto cut-sheet paper. 

Ready for Use
Cut-sheet paper has other advantages since Everest output is ready to use immediately. Compare this with a traditional Braille embosser where the continuous fan-fold embossed paper has to be separated and the tractor slips have to be removed.

Sheet Feeder
The sheet feeder can easily be adjusted for different paper sizes. Moving the margin guides to the correct position and locking them sets the width. Automatic sensing of a reference page sets the page length. Everest can safely handle most types of paper quality from copy paper to card stock paper. The Everest sheet feeder is very stable with a fault frequency below 5/1000 sheets when correctly installed and with a suitable paper. The sheet feeder can be loaded with seventy sheets of normal card stock type and it can easily be adjusted to the paper size in use. Locally produced paper of suitable card quality is usually available in most countries and works very well with the Everest. This helps to reduce paper costs compared to importing specially produced tractor-fed Braille paper for traditional embossers.

		

4X4 PRO

The embosser for book and magazine production
The 4X4 PRO has the unique capacity to emboss Braille in magazine format which makes it one of the most used embossers for the production of Braille books. Embossed documents are ready for immediate use after folding and stapling. Emboss from your computer as usual and the 4X4 PRO automatically takes care of the newspaper page formatting. Locally produced paper of suitable card quality is available in most countries and works very well with the 4X4 PRO. This helps to reduce paper costs compared to importing specially produced tractor-fed Braille paper for traditional embossers. High printing speed, low paper cost and competitive pricing make the 4X4 PRO a very cost-effective production embosser. 

Reliable Production Embosser 
The 4X4 PRO is a reliable efficient system for mass production of Braille books. the 4X4 Pro has been used extensively for many years by Braille production centers around the world. It is by far the best selling embosser in the world in this segment. 

4Waves PRO

The Durable Production Embosser
4Waves PRO is a modern volume production embosser with network support, high-resolution graphics and online-status feedback, the first of its kind. The concept with four identical embossing modules and one service module make the 4Waves PRO a truly durable production unit. 

Full Production During Service
The 4Waves PRO simultaneously uses four identical embossing modules. One extra service module is included in the system. If an embossing module needs maintenance, replace it with the service module and continue embossing. The exchange is made within a few minutes and does not require any tools. Furthermore, the 4Waves PRO can continue to print as long as at least one of the delivered embossing modules continues to work.	

			

Acoustic Cabinets and Hoods

Embossing is by the very nature of the task, fairly noisy. Index Braille provides acoustic cabinets that makes it possible to place the embossers in an ordinary office environment.

Features/ Products	Acoustic Hood Basic	Acoustic Cabinet Basic	Acoustic Hood Everest	Acoustic Cabinet 4X4 PRO	
INDEX PART NO	1859	1270	1250	1262	
Noise Reduction	18.5 dB(A)	21 dB(A)	19 dB(A)	18 dB(A)	
PAPER					
Cut Sheet Paper			X	X	
Tractor Fed Paper	X	X			
Paper length, max	12 inch	12 inch	297 mm	590 mm	
SIZE and WEIGHT					
Net Size, cm	60x75x18	61x47x117	67x40x68	69x51x152	
Net Weight, kg	14.4	42	19.3	43	
Shipping Size, cm	67x83x23	1=114x65x10 2=63x52x17	74x75x13	1=74x57x14 2=140x72x10	
Shipping Weight, kg	18.5	1=32, 2=19 (Total 51)	22.4	1=26 2=32 (Total 58)	

Acoustic Hood Basic

The new Acoustic Hood Basic reduces the noise level by 85%. This together with  its convenient format  makes it   a cost effective improvement for your  office. 
The Acoustic Hood Basic is delivered ready for use. The paper output bin can hold up to 80 pages. 

Acoustic Cabinet Basic

Discover the advantages of the Basic Acoustic Cabinet! Produce volumes of Braille in the office with low noise levels, efficient cooling, stable paper feeding and collection. 
Shipping costs are relatively low because the Basic Acoustic Cabinet is delivered in two flat boxes with the final assembly being made after delivery. Step-by-step assembly instructions are included.

Acoustic Hood Everest

The Everest Acoustic Hood is small and reduces the noise level to an acceptable level in an office environment. Cooling is integrated with the embosser's fan, which excludes any additional electric installation for the hood. Shipping costs are relatively low because the Everest Acoustic Hood is delivered in one flat box with the final assembly being made after delivery. It is easy to assemble because of its simple construction and the included step-by-step assembly instructions.

Acoustic Cabinet 4X4 PRO

An Acoustic Cabinet is an integral part of the 4X4 PRO. The cabinet reduces the noise level to an acceptable level in an office environment. It also serves to ensure stable paper handling of the longer paper used in the 4X4 PRO.

Miscellaneous

Braille Stapler

The Index Braille Stapler is perfect for Braille magazines produced on the 4X4 PRO with a paper length of up to 476 mm (19"). Standard staplers are neither heavy nor long enough to handle the requirements of Braille binding.

About 10,000 staples are included with the shipment. You can buy extra staples from Index Braille but they may also be available from your local office supplier.

Index Braille Software

Free download
All Index Braille software may be downloaded and upgraded from www.indexbraille.com or from Index CD free of charge

Firmware
The firmware is loaded into the embosser to control functions, communication, speech feedback, etc.

Index Printer Drivers
Index Printer Drivers is the software required to attach the embossers to the host computer. There is one version for Windows and one for Mac OS X 10.4.  To install see  Setting up Communication and Software for Windows  and Installing Printer Drivers on Mac OS X 10.4 for Mac.  Index printer drivers will set up paper layout, duplex, Z-folding, number of copies and rule file for translation from original text file to Braille automatically.

WinBraille - the Braille editor
WinBraille Braille editor is used to edit, translate, format and emboss texts and graphics to an Index embosser.  See WinBraille for details.

IbPrint
IbPrint is a useful drag and drop program to send text, graphic, installation files, etc. to an Index embosser.
IbPrint does not support tactile graphics on 4X4 PRO.
 
Embosser Utility 
Use the Embosser Utility on Windows operating system to:
	Upgrade Firmware
	Upgrade Local speech
	Calibrate  Vertical Alignment
	Install your Own Braille tables
	Set up your embosser as a network printer on Windows
	Install custom defined setup

Index Speech - a distributors tool
If you are a distributor you may use the Index Speech Tool to make a new speech feedback language. Use the windows multimedia program to record and edit the sound files. These files will be converted to embosser flash files and available on the Index website when tested .

WinBraille

WinBraille is one of the most powerful Braille software products on the market providing comprehensive support for all Windows users.

Installation and setup
As part of the installation, you may choose
	Standard formatting and language setup for the most commonly used languages
	Menu language
	Modes of operation: standard - easy to use, professional - all features included

Only for Index Braille Embossers
WinBraille is compatible with all Index Braille embossers. The available Index Braille embossers will automatically be installed by WinBraille. Some functions, such as tactile images, are supported only by the newer embosser versions. 

Braille Translation
WinBraille translates text into contracted and uncontracted Braille. It supports a large number of languages, currently 32 and we continue to add languages and improve the product. You may perform multilingual translations in one document.

Graphics
Use WinBraille to insert and translate graphical images to Tactile images with 0.5-mm resolution or build tactile images directly with WinBraille's powerful Image Editor. WinBraille's graphic features give new options to the production of Braille books and Magazines. The image editor includes
	translate images to Tactile Graphics
	translate images to Tactile Outlines
	adjust contrast, color, etc.
	adjust picture size
	import image files (.BMP, .TIF, .WMF, .PNG, .JPG, .JPEG, .GIF and .SIG)
	insert Braille in tactile images
	insert tactile letters in tactile images

Book/newspaper production
WinBraille contains functions for the automatic production of Braille books and newspapers: dual page numbering (ink/Braille), headers, translation into several languages in the same document, tables, bullets, header/footer handling and advanced formatting.

Exception List
Define your own list of words which you do not want to be translated. These could for example be acronyms and names of places and people. 

Unpacking the Embosser

The following is included in a Shipment
	Embosser
	Power cable
	Communication cable (USB)
	Installation manual - in Braille and in ink
	Index CD including: WinBraille, Printer drivers, Embosser Utility, IbPrint, Braille translation files, manuals, etc.
	Embossing head lock
	Packing material
	4Waves PRO also includes: Embosser service module, Network cable, grounding cable, pallet, lifting strips.

Unpack the embosser gently and save the packing material in case you need to transport the embosser or it needs to be returned for service.

Basic Embosser

Everest Embosser

4X4 PRO Embosser

4Waves PRO Embosser

Materials included in shipping of the 4Waves PRO.	
4Waves PRO Shipping package.	

Removing the 4Wave PRO Pallet.		

Setting Up the Embosser

Voltage 230 & 115  Basic

Please, select the voltage before you connect the power cable.

Caution 

	If the power cable is connected before you have selected the voltage, the fuse can be damaged.	

Voltage 230 & 115  Everest/4X4

Please, select the voltage before you connect the power cable.

Caution 

	If the power cable is connected before you have selected the voltage, the fuse can be damaged.	

Voltage 230 & 115 4Waves

The 4Waves PRO is produced for either 115 or 230 volts. For details, see the embosser label.

Please make sure that the 4Waves PRO is properly grounded, if needed use the included grounding cable.

Unlocking the Embosser Head

Remove the transport lock from the embossing head and store it.

Basic-D/S

Everest/ 4X4 PRO

4Waves PRO

Power on Embosser

The echo "Embosser name" + "firmware version" + "loaded setup" confirms a correct embosser start-up sequence.

During power on, the 4Waves PRO will automatically confirm the installation of each module with the echo "check module", "one wave", "two wave", "three wave", "four wave", "ready". 

Paper Handling

Default Paper Settings

All margins are at zero (0).

Model	Page Size	Lines per page	Characters per line	
Basic-D/S	Length 12" x width 11"	28	42	
Everest	A4, 297x 210 mm	29	35	
4X4 PRO
Saddle stitch format	A3, 420 x 297 mm	29	35	
4Waves PRO	Length 12" x width 11"	28	42	

Text-to-Braille translation is Index Braille Default Settings:
All margins are at zero (0).

Setting up paper size

See Controlling the embosser/ Setup Command Values.

Basic

Loading Paper in Basic
	Open the red aluminum cover.
	Release the lock on the right-hand tractor and adjust it according to the paper width.
	Adjust the left tractor to the right to emboss the first Braille character closer to the edge of the paper.
	Load paper and close the tractors.
	Pull the tractors outwards to put the paper under a slight tension and lock the tractors.
	Press form feed + form feed to detect the paper edge and move the paper to printing position.

VIDEO: load paper Basic.wmn

Everest and 4X4 PRO 

Initial Sheet Feeder Setup
	Insert the transparent paper guide in the aluminum cover.
	Adjust the angle of the bottom cover for best paper output handling with the current paper length and type of acoustic protection.
	Adjust the two green document guides to line up with the paper edge.

Sheet Feeder Adjustments for New Paper  
	Open the sheet feeder and place a paper stack in the sheet feeder towards the right margin guide.
	Adjust the left margin guide smoothly towards the edge of the paper stack and close it with the locking arm.
	Adjust the card/sheet selectors. For typical Braille paper, move the card/sheet selectors to the lower position.

VIDEO: load paper Everest.wmn

		

4Waves PRO

Paper Length and Width

Please remove the paper before changing paper length in the 4Waves PRO. This is necessary also when switching between setup A, B or C if they have different paper lengths preinstalled. 

4Waves PRO does not support a change of paper size through WinBraille or via esc sequences.

Load Paper

Load Paper in all Modules

Open the Paper In Door and place the paper box with the first-page fold facing as shown in the picture.

1.	If there is any paper in the 4Waves PRO remove it before loading the new paper.
2.	Press form feed + form feed and the paper loading starts by moving the embossing head to the loading position.
3.	Echo "load paper in module #4" - load the paper, close the tractors and press on line.
4.	Echo "close paper roller module #4" - close the roller and press on line.
5.	Echo "load paper in module #3", repeat the sequence for modules 3, 2 and 1. 
6.	Echo "4Waves ready" confirms that the paper is completely loaded.

Step 1	
Step 2	
   
Step 3	

Step 4	

Step 5	     
Step 6	
Step 7	

Change Paper Width 

1.	Adjust the position of the front tractors in all four embossing modules to the new paper width.
2.	Adjust the paper width in setup/ paper/ paper width/ (new size) or in WinBraille.

Paper Jam During "Load Paper"

Broken First Page
Press form feed to feed the paper forward one page, press form freed once again to keep the paper folding direction. Remove the  two pages and continue with the paper-loading sequence.

Major Paper Jam
To restart the paper loading from the beginning:
1.	Start by pressing form feed + form feed.
2.	Echo "open all paper rollers" - open the four rollers.
3.	Close the lid and press on line. The paper moves backwards.
4.	Restart the paper loading process on echo "load paper in module 4".

Paper Out

Tear Off Paper Position

Tear off the paper in the perforation in line with the Tear Off label at the power module, see picture.

Remove paper

Backwards
1.	Tear off the paper at the output.
2.	Press form feed + off line.
3.	Echo "open all paper rollers".
4.	Open all the rollers, close the lid and press on line

Forwards
1.	Tear off the paper at the input.
2.	Close the lid and press form feed + on line.

Paper Out Chains

The chains guide the paper to a stable fold when feeding into the Paper Out Bin. Adjust the chain length and position to the  size and quality of paper in use.

Out of Paper - Embossing of the Remaining Part

The 4Waves PRO will automatically detect a paper outage, and know which pages were completed.

When the 4Waves PRO detects a paper outage, it will automatically start the paper loading process with echo "load paper in module #4". Complete the paper loading process. Next, it will echo "door is open". Close the lid to continue embossing the remaining part of the document.

Paper Folding Direction

For stable paper out handling and correct page sequence, fold the paper in the Paper Out Bin following picture #7. After a few pages are embossed, open the Paper Out Door and make sure the paper is folded correctly. Continue embossing by closing the Paper Out Door.

See picture: Paper Loading in all Modules, picture 7.

Paper Service - Paper out Bin Full

4Waves PRO will stop the embossing when the bin is filled with Braille paper. The number of pages the bin will hold depends on the paper quality. The default number of pages is 500 and the number can be adjusted in setup/ paper/ number.

When the maximum limit of pages in the bin is exceeded, the 4Wave PRO will stop embossing with echo "paper service print copies #1 of #2", where #1 is the number of copies already embossed and #2 is the total number of copies to be embossed. Empty the bin and emboss the remaining copies by pressing on line.

Clean Paper Jam

The embosser echoes "Paper Jam" and stops.

1.	Tear off the paper before where it enters the embosser. 
2.	Remove any jammed paper between the modules by hand.
3.	Move the bad paper in the embosser to the bin by pressing  form feed.
4.	Press on line to start the Load Paper sequence, follow the paper-loading instructions. The the remaining copies of the document will be embossed automatically.

Software Installation

Windows

Installing Index Braille Software

Program files and manuals are available at www.indexbraille.com or from the Index CD. All software may be upgraded free of charge from the Internet.
	
SOFTWARE	FUNCTION, MODULES	REQUIREMENTS	
WinBraille 4.XX
See WinBraille		WinBraille Braille editor
	Index Printer Drivers
	Word Excel and Adobe Acrobat macro
See WinBraille User´s Guide for details.	The installer  must have administrator privileges on the computer, as well as the embosser model, firmware version, communication port, network, etc.
	
Printer Driver Only
with WinBraille		Index Printer Drivers
Run the WinBraille installation wizard and select "driver installation only"	The installer  must have administrator privileges on the computer, as well as the embosser model, firmware version, communication port, network, etc.
	
Printer Driver Only
with Embosser Utility		Index Printer Drivers
Run the Embosser Utility installation wizard and select "driver installation only"
	The installer  must have administrator privileges on the computer, as well as the embosser model, firmware version, communication port, network, etc.
	
Embosser Utility
[****]		Embosser Utility 
	IbPrint
IbPrint is automatically installed when installing Embosser Utility. The IbPrint icon is placed on the desktop	The installer  must have administrator privileges on the computer, as well as the embosser model, firmware version, communication port, network, etc.

Ports and Cables

Computer Connections

INTERFACE	CABLE	STANDARD	SETTING	INDEX PART NO	
Centronics	36 P, 3 meter	IEEE1284	SPP, EPP, ECP	1267	
USB	USB A-B, 3 meter	USB	Plug & Play	1387	
Network	UTP Cable CAT 5 RJ45	TCP/IP	Set IP address with: 
Embosser utility/ IP settings		
Serial
(for service only)	9 P Female - Female, 3 meter		38400, 8, N, 1, Hardware	1447	

Parallel Port
36 Pins, (IEEE1284-standard), supporting, SPP, EPP, ECP and plug & play.

Serial Port Pin Configuration

Installing Printer Drivers on Windows

Install the Printer Driver as part of the WinBraille installation
Use the Add Printer Wizard to install the required printer drivers. Download them from www.indexbraille.com or the Index CD. There is an option to  install only the printer drivers. 
Installation steps:
	Local connection parallel - just select the correct port.
	When you install to a USB port, be sure to install the Printer Driver before you connect the Index Braille embosser to the computer.
	Network Installation, see Network Installation.
	Installing Client Printer Driver, select "Network Printer" and browse for any installed Index Braille Printer Drivers on the server.

Starting Add Printer Wizard
	Start/Programs/Index Braille/WinBraille/Index Add Printer Wizard
	Start/Programs/ Index Braille/ Embosser utility/ Index Add Printer Wizard

Network Installation

Basic, Everest, 4X4 PRO 

The Index Embossers has full network support and follows international standards. Setting up it in a network requires the knowledge and system rights as network administrator. Please do not try to install it on a network without this knowledge. 

Setting up the Computer Network Port
	Select start/ settings/ printers
	Select File/ Server properties, select the Ports tab and press Add Port
	Select TCP/IP Port and New Port to start the Add TCPIP Printer Wizard
	Follow the Wizard and insert the IP address of your embosser in "Printer Name or IP Address", leave "port name" blank. The system will fill it in with IP_"embosser IP address"
	Finish the wizard

Verifying the Network Installation
Check Embosser Network Connection: Start/ run/ cmd (opens a command window) and type ping (IP address), example ping 192.168.3.13, the embosser will answer when it is correctly installed.

Setting up the Embosser Network settings
Network installation sequence:
1.	Start the Embosser Utility, see Starting Embosser Utility.
2.	Select Tools menu, IP Settings
3.	Select embosser 
4.	Configure the address:
	With DHCP Server support: 
Select "Obtain an IP address automatically" and press Update.
	Set a fix IP address (no DHCP Support)
Ask system administrator for the "IP-Address", "SubNet mask"and "Default Gateway". Fill in this information in the reserved fields (leave TFTP-Server blank) and press Update.
	Obtain an IP address automatically with Hostname
Fill in the Host name in the field and press Update.

Verify the IP address by pressing help + value. The embosser will echo the IP address and the SubNet mask.

4Waves PRO

The 4Waves PRO has full network support and follows international standards. Setting up 4Waves PRO in a network requires the knowledge and system rights as network administrator. Please install it on the USB port instead and share it in the network if your organization has limited network knowledge. 

NOTE: Do NOT use Embosser Utility to set the IP settings for 4Waves PRO since it will damage the router settings. 

Information for Network Administrator
Start by deciding method of how to assign the network IP address:
	Assigning a dynamic IP address retrieved from your DHCP server using MAC address reservation
	Assigning a static IP address. See Index Braille support download pages.

Instructions for DHCP IP address setting
DHCP support is always activated on the 4Waves PRO router.
1.	Note the 4Waves PRO MAC address labeled on the router.
2.	Login as network administrator.
3.	Map an IP address in your DHCP server to the 4Waves PRO router MAC address.
4.	Attach the 4Waves PRO to the network and it will capture the mapped IP address.

4Waves PRO installation
1.	Verifying the network  installation
start/ run/ cmd opens a command window, type ping (IP address). Example ping 192.168.3.13. The correctly installed embosser will reply with a system message.
 
2.	Setting up the embosser as a network printer
	Start/ settings/ printers.
	Select file/ server properties, select Ports Tab and press Add Port.
	Select TCP/IP Port and New Port to start the Add TCP/IP Printer Wizard.
	Follow the Wizard and insert the IP address of your embosser in "Printer Name or IP Address", leave "port name" blank. The system will fill it in with IP_"embosser IP address".
	Finish the wizard.

3.	Installing the Index Braille Printer Driver using the Index Braille Add Printer Wizard 
	Start/ Programs/ Index Braille/ WinBraille/ Index Add Printer Wizard.
	Select the IP port, reserved in the DHCP server.
	Select embosser model.
	Finish the wizard.

Internal Router Factory Setup
The internal router is set up for the specific use in 4Waves PRO. Please do NOT change any settings. The 4Waves PRO internal network has IP address 10.0.0.1.

Driver Installation with Other Softwares

Install just the Index Braille Printer Driver for your embosser model with the Index Braille Add Printer Wizard program. You can also install the WinBraille Printer Driver. 

Driver for Duxbury 10.4
Select Windows Device and the installed Index Braille Printer Driver.

Mac OS X 10.4

Installing Printer Drivers

See the iBraille User's Guide for details how to install the Index Braille Printer Drivers for Macintosh.

Ports and Cables

Computer Connections	

INTERFACE	CABLE	STANDARD	SETTING	INDEX PART NO	
USB	USB A-B, 3 meter	USB	Automatic	1387	
Network	UTP Cable CAT 5 RJ45	TCP/IP	Choose System Preferences-> Network. Select DHCP or Manually enter an IP address		

Parallel Port
36 Pins, (IEEE1284-standard), supporting, SPP, EPP, ECP and plug & play

Controlling the Embosser

Embossing Printer Information

Emboss a tactile letter information page by pressing help + help (not possible on 4X4 PRO).
Emboss a Braille information page by pressing help + normal.

For additional information see Emboss Printer Information.

Function Summary

Information

FUNCTION KEY	FEEDBACK	
off line + help	Echo: printout status, number of copies completed and position of the current printout	
help	Echo: embosser model, firmware version and active setup	
help + help	Embosses: information in letter graphics (not 4X4 PRO)	
help + normal	Embosses: embosser information in Braille 	
help + value	Echo: IP Address, Subnet mask (not 4Waves PRO)	
form feed + value	Echo: paper size, length, width, Braille page layout, etc.	
help + setup	Embosses: installed Own Braille tables in Braille and letter graphics 	
help + on line	Embosses: Hammer test page displays dot quality of the individual hammers	
item	Embosses: Braille page format 	
value	Echo: lines per page, characters per line	
value + value	Echo: complete Braille page information, paper size, length, width, Braille page layout, etc.	

Common Commands

COMMANDS	FUNCTION	
on line	Starts embossing.
Cancels selected value in setup, numerical function, adjustments, etc.	
off line	Interrupts embossing.
See Stop Embossing in a Print Job
	The embosser will receive the text during off line and store it in the embosser memory. 
	To continue embossing the remaining part of the document after the interruption (paper jam, etc.), 4Waves PRO only: 
See Re-start  Embossing at Stop Position.	
form feed	New page 	
form feed + form feed	Basic: Paper moves to starting position.
Everest / 4X4 PRO: Measures and adjusts paper length.
4Waves PRO: Starts loading paper.	
form feed + on line	Basic: Moves the paper to tear off position in the Acoustic Cabinet Basic .
4Waves PRO: Moves the paper forwards one page plus one page per embosser module.	
form feed + off line		Basic: Reverse the paper out of the embosser.
4Waves PRO: Reverse the paper to the first embosser module. Be sure to close the lid!	
help + reformatted	Open locked-setup panel, locked-setup panel echoes "setup locked".	
normal	Turns off reformatting.	
double sided	Double-sided embossing.	
single sided	Single-sided embossing.	
reformatted	Reformats the text to the installed Braille page format.	
z-folding	Basic and 4Waves PRO: Toggles between Z-folding and normal folding.
4X4 PRO: The Z-folding key gives magazine format.	
A	Selects installed values in setup A.	
B	Selects installed values in setup B.	
C	Selects installed values in setup C.	
Setup	Begin changing the setup values, valid keys see setup commands.	

Setup Commands

	SETUP COMMANDS	
setup	Save changes to the setup values.	
group	Select group (paper/ page layout/ Braille/ communication/ option).	
item	Select item within the selected group.	
value	Select value, increase step by step.	
1	Increase/ decrease the Numerical Value by one.	
10	Increase/ decrease the Numerical Value by ten.	
multiple	Toggle between increasing/ decreasing the Numerical Value.	
on line	Cancel changes to the setup values.	
normal	Restore to factory settings. Confirmed with echo "Setup 000 loaded".	
c	Sets the values to Index default setup.	

See details in Setup Command Values

Numerical Values

Use the numerical value to insert numbers in copy, repeat, page size, setup, etc. It starts with the echo "Start at #". Save the selected value by pressing setup. 
See copy function keys. 
	
 Front panel key	Function	
 1 / value	 Increase/ decrease the value by one.	
 10 	 Increase/ decrease the value by ten.	
 setup	 Save the selected value.	
 multiple 	 Toggle between increase (+) and decrease (-).	
 on line 	 Cancel the numerical value function.	
 repeat 	 Set the lowest value.	

Embosser Calibration

	EMBOSSER CALIBRATION	
help + group	Start calibration of paper sensor (Everest / 4X4 PRO) see paper calibration.	
help + item	Start calibration of actual paper length (Everest / 4X4 PRO) see paper calibration.	
help + 10	Start setup of the distance between paper sensor and paper edge in paper calibration see first-line position.	
help + 1	Start setup of the distance between paper edge and first Braille line see first-line position.	
help + multiple	Start vertical alignment of the Braille cell.	
help + double	Places the embossing head in transport position to enable inserting of the embossing head locks.	

Extended Key Commands

	EXTENDED KEY COMMANDS	
help + b	Start extended key command	
group	Next group (1-5)	
item	Next item	
value	Value item	
Group 1, Item 1,	4Waves PRO: Check the status of embossing modules. The master (1) checks the internal network communication with modules 2, 3 and 4.	
Group 1, Item 2,	4Waves PRO: Starts the status check of the hammers in module 1, 2, 3 and 4. The status feedback is embossed with letter graphics.	
		
Group 2, Item 1,	Print embossing-head information in letter graphics: impact level. batch no, etc.	
		
Group 3, Item 1,	Own Braille tables information: flash-block information in letter graphics	
Group 3, Item 2,	Letter information: flash-block information in letter graphics	
Group 3, Item 3,	Factory default setting A, B, C information: flash-block information in letter graphics	
Group 3, Item 4,	Speech version information: flash-block information in letter graphics	
Group 3, Item 5,	Firmware version information: flash-block information in letter graphics	
		
Group 4, Item 1,	Adjust the embossing speed. 
Defines maximum stepper motor frequency 800-1600 Hz. The vertical alignment of the Braille cell may be effected by a speed change. 
	Text embossing speed
Echo "value normal start at #1600" where normal is text embossing speed and #1600 is current value. Use the numerical function to change the value and save it with setup. Echo "saving #xxx". Where #xxx is the new text embossing speed. 
	Graphics embossing speed
Echo "saving #xxx start at #1300" where #xxx is the new embossing speed value and #1300 is current graphics embossing speed.  Use the numerical function to change the value and save it with setup. Echo "saving #xxx". Where #xxx is the new graphic embossing speed. 	
Group 4, Item 2,	Basic: Enable or disable paper jam sensor. Located on back plate rollers.	
Group 4, Item 3,	Reset IP setting to default. Clears the static IP address and enables DHCP.	
Group 4, Item 4,	Set the Network Host name as Embosser Model_## 
Where:
Embosser model is Everest, Basic, 4X4_PRO or 4Waves.
## = Number of this embosser model in your network, example 01, 02, 03, etc.
Use Embosser Utility (menu: Tools/ IP Settings.) as a more flexible way to set up the Embosser Network Host name. 	

Copy Function

Copy Commands Keys		
COPY	See Copy Function	
repeat	Emboss a part of last document, from page # to page # (Not 4Waves PRO)	
repeat + repeat	Emboss one additional copy of the entire document	
multiple	Select number of copies	
 	General instructions
See Common Commands 
See Setup Commands 
See Numerical Values 	

Load File for Copying
Last embossed Braille file is stored in the embosser memory. Make copies by using the copy function. 

Load a Braille file into the embosser without first embossing it.
1.	Press off line.
2.	Send the file to the embosser. After receiving it, the embosser echoes "off line", "off line"...
3.	Press on line to start the embossing one copy.
4.	Use the copy function to make additional copies of the entire document or parts of it.

Copy Function Examples

Example 1: Emboss 1 Copy
Emboss one copy by pressing repeat + repeat

Example 2: Emboss 25 Copies
a) Activate multiple copy function by pressing multiple
b) Count to 25 with the 1 and 10 keys. 
c) Select number of copies by pressing setup. 
d) Press repeat + repeat to start the embossing

Example 3: Emboss 11 Copies of Page 3 to 4
Copying part of the document is not possibly with 4Waves PRO.
a) Activate multiple function by pressing multiple
b) Count to 11 with the 1 and 10 keys. Select with multiple, confirm with setup
c) Press repeat to select from page
d) Count to 3 with 1 select with multiple, confirm with setup
e) Count to 4 with 1 select with multiple, confirm with setup. 
f) The embossing of the selected document starts automatically.

VIDEO: copy function using front panel.wmn

Setup Command Values

Menu Structure

GROUP	ITEM	VALUE	
paper	paper length, mm or inch	numerical		
	paper width, mm or inch		numerical	
	print folding 
(only 4X4 PRO)		0, 1, 2, 3 number of dots in the print folding line	
	number of paper out
(only 4Waves PRO)	numerical	

GROUP	ITEM	VALUE	
page layout	outer margin, characters	0 – 10	
	inner margin, characters		0 – 10	
	top margin, lines		0 – 10	
	bottom margin, lines	0 – 10	
	page number	none, 
top - inner, center, outer
bottom - inner, center, outer		
	page mode	double sided, single sided, 
saddle stitch four pages, 
z-folding (Basic/ 4Waves PRO)	

GROUP	ITEM	VALUE	
Braille	Braille table	Index Braille Default Braille table and possibly own tables 	
	reformatted	normal, reformatted	
	line spacing	2.5 ... 10.0 mm (4X4 PRO 5.0)	
	Braille dot distance, mm	2.2, 2.5, 3.2 (4X4 PRO 2.5)	
	graphic dot distance, mm	1.6, 2.0, 2.5 (4X4 PRO 2.0)	
	impact level	normal, high	
	multiple impacts	1, 2, 3, 4, 5 strokes	

GROUP	ITEM	VALUE	
communication	end of file delay	5, 10, 15, 20, 25 seconds	
	baud rate, serial port (service only)	300…..38400	
	data bits, serial port (service only)	8, 7	
	parity, serial port (service only)	none, even, odd		
	stop bits, serial port (service only)	1, 2	
	handshake, serial port (service only)	hardware, software	
	serial mode, serial port (service only)	print, service	
	parallel port	on, off (off on delivery)	

GROUP	ITEM	VALUE	
option	volume	1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 	
	setup	open, locked	

Paper Everest/4X4 PRO

Paper Length Setting
1.	Press setup/ group (paper)/ item (page length)/ select the numerical value in millimeters. (10 = 1.0 mm, 1 = 0.1 mm)
2.	Save it with setup.

Paper Width
1.	Press setup/ group (paper)/ item (page width)/ select the numerical value (10 = 1.0 mm, 1 = 0.1 mm) 
2.	Save with setup

Automatic Paper Length Setting
Press form feed + form feed
See paper calibration information.

Activate Print Folding Line, 4X4 PRO
Embosses a line in the center of the paper which simplifies folding.
1.	Press setup/ group (paper)/ item (print folding)/ value (on)
2.	Save it with setup

Adjust Print Folding Line 4X4 PRO
Perform a paper calibration if the folding line is not in the middle of the paper.

Paper Basic

Paper Length Setting
1.	Remove the paper before setting up the paper length
2.	Press setup/ group (paper)/ item (page length)/ select the numerical value in inches (10 = 1 inch, 1 = part of inch)
3.	Save with setup

Paper Width
1.	Press setup/ group (paper)/ item (page width)/ select the numerical value (10 = 1 inch, 1 = part of inch) 
2.	Save with setup

Paper 4Waves PRO

Paper Length Setting
1.	Remove the paper before setting up the paper length
2.	Press setup/ group (paper)/ item (page length)/ select the numerical value in inches (10 = 1 inch, 1 = part of inch).
3.	Save with setup.

Paper Width
1.	Press setup/ group (paper)/ item (page width)/ select the numerical value (10 = 1 inch, 1 = part of inch).
2.	Save with setup.

Select Number of Pages in Paper Out Bin 
When the selected number of Braille pages are embossed, the printer stops and echoes "paper service print copy #1 of #2", where #1 is the number of embossed copies and #2 is the number of requested copies. Empty the paper out bin and press on line to continue embossing.
1.	Press setup/ group (paper)/ item (number of paper out)/ select the numerical value.
2.	Save with setup.

Page Layout

Verify the Page Layout
The Braille format page embosses a sample showing characters per line and lines per page and margins.
value - echo actual Braille page format, characters per line, lines per page, margins, etc.
item - embosses the Braille format page

Page Number
For automatic page numbering in the header or footer:
1.	Press setup/ group (page layout)/ item (page number)/ value (position in header/ footer).
2.	Save with setup.

Page Mode
	Single sided	Double sided	Saddlestitch Binding	Z-folding double sided	Z-folding single sided	
Basic-S	X				X	
Basic-D	X	X		X	X	
Everest	X	X				
4X4 PRO	X	X	X			
4Waves PRO	X	X		X	X	

Braille

Using Internal Braille Code
The internal Braille code translates text (DOS-type) to literary or computer Braille. Commercial Braille Editors will typically use the Index Default Braille Table.  In other documents is may be named MIT-Braille or American Braille. 
Link to Index Default Braille Table.

Own Braille Tables
Press setup/ group (Braille)/ item (Braille table)/ select Index Braille Table or installed Own Braille Tables, save with setup.
Emboss current loaded own Braille tables with the extended key command Group 3, Item 1. A maximum of four Own Braille tables may be installed using the Embosser Utility. For additional information contact Index Braille support.

Print mode
Press setup/ group (Braille)/ item (reformatted)/ select normal or reformatted, save with setup
	
	Typical use	Function	
Normal	DOS text formatted to the Braille page layout 	The page format of the original is maintained	
Reformatted	Reformat the DOS text to the Braille page layout on your embosser	Reformatting Rules	
		Multiple spaces	replaced with one space	
		One cr/lf 	replaced with one space	
		Two cr/lf	replaced with one cr/lf 	
		Three cr/lf	replaced with two cr/lf and two spaces, indented line	
		Four or more cr/lf 	two cr/lf	
		One Form Feed	replaced with one space	
		Two or more FF 	replaced with one FF	

Line Spacing
Press setup/ group (Braille)/ item (line spacing)/ select line spacing, save with setup.
Line spacing is the distance in millimeters  from dots 3 and 6 on one line to dots 1 and 4 on the next line. It may be adjusted from 2.5 to 10.0 mm. The default value is 5.0.

Braille Dot Distance
Press setup/ group (Braille)/ item (Braille dot distance)/ select Braille dot distance, save with setup.
The distance between the dots in the Braille cell:
	Normal Braille 	2.5 mm
	Japanese Braille 	2.2 mm (not available in the 4Waves PRO)
	Jumbo Braille 	3.2 mm

Graphic Dot Distance
Press setup/ group (Braille)/ item (graphic dot distance)/ select distance, save with setup.
The closest distance between two dots in the graphic:
	WinBraille Graphic 0.5 mm, only by the use of WinBraille Image Editor
	Graphic 1.6 mm
	Graphic 2.0 mm
	Graphic 2.5 mm 

Impact Level
Press setup/ group (Braille)/ item (impact level)/ select normal or high, save with setup.

Multiple Impact
Press setup/ group (Braille)/ item (multiple impact)/ select 1 to 5 impacts, save with setup.
Multiple impacts are typically used when embossing on plastic- or aluminum foils. 

Communication

Parallel Port Settings
Press setup/ group (communication)/ item (parallel port)/ select on or off. On delivery the Parallel port is off.
Press setup/ group (communication)/ item (end of file delay)/ select 5-25 seconds. After the selected End of File delay time the embossing will start even without the end of file sign (0x1A).

Serial Port Setting

Press setup/ group (communication)/ item / select serial communication values, save with setup. 

Cables see: Ports and Cables

Option

Speech volume
Press setup/ group (option)/ item (volume)/ select speech volume 1-5, save with setup.

Lock/Unlock Setup on Front Panel
Lock front panel: Press setup/ group (option)/ item (setup)/ select locked, save with setup.

Unlock front panel: Press the double key command help + reformatted. 

Index Braille Default Settings

Select Index Braille default setup by pressing the double command  setup + c.

Default Basic

Basic-S is always set for single sided embossing.

Default Everest

Default 4X4 PRO

Default 4Waves PRO

Headphone Speech Feedback

A standard stereo headphone socket is available under the 4Waves PRO front panel. The use of headphones increases the speech volume and quality.

Embossed Feedback

Hammer Test Page

Press help + on line
The Hammer test page displays dot quality of hammers numbers 1-13. 
VIDEO: hammer test page Everest.wmn

Braille Format Page

Press item to emboss a frame showing current setting of lines per page and characters per line. It marks the four  margin settings: top, bottom, inner and outer. 

		

Calibration Page

The Calibration Page information is embossed during Paper Calibration.

VIDEO: calibrate paper sensor Everest/4X4 PRO.wmv

Own Braille Table

Press help + setup to emboss a list of installed Own Braille tables.	

Embosser Information

Press help + help to emboss the embosser information in relief letters (not 4X4 PRO)
Press help + normal to emboss the Braille embosser information page

Embossing Head Information

Extended key command

Includes the following information:
Hammer batch no ####
Hammer on time in milliseconds
Impact level normal
Impact level high
Selected impact level (normal or high)
Back-side adjustment, increase/ decrease ##%
Vertical alignment value 1 = Factory default
Vertical alignment value 1 = Factory default
Vertical alignment value 1 = Adjust with Help Multiple #.## millimeter

LED Feedback

Status LED Interface Board Basic

LED Position 
Starting from top LED	Basic-D/S
LED Function
	Everest/4X4 PRO
LED Function	
1	Paper out rollers	LAN	
2	5 V	LAN	
3	Not used	Not used	
4	Not used	On/off line	
5	Paper tractor	Not used	
6	On/off line	Not used	
7	Not used	Reflective paper sensor	
8	LAN	5 V	
9	LAN	Not used	

	

Status LED Interface Board Everest 4X4

LED Position 
Starting from top LED	Basic-D/S
LED Function
	Everest/4X4 PRO
LED Function	
1	Paper out rollers	LAN	
2	5 V	LAN	
3	Not used	Not used	
4	Not used	On/off line	
5	Paper tractor	Not used	
6	On/off line	Not used	
7	Not used	Reflective paper sensor	
8	LAN	5 V	
9	LAN	Not used	

Status LED 4Waves PRO

Busy	Door	Paper	LAN Activity	LAN Link	Power	
ON = The embosser module is busy.  	ON = Top Lid or any of the doors is open.	ON = Paper Out	Blinking = traffic on internal network	ON = internal network connected	ON = 5 V Power OK on this module	

Web Interface

Use a web browser to get embosser information or to update the firmware. 
Type the LAN IP address of of your embosser in the browser to reach the embosser's internal web site. By following the web site menus, you will find all information about your embosser and have the opportunity to upgrade the firmware, local speech interface, etc.

"Sign On" user name and password are available from your distributor and from support@indexbraille.com

Get the Embosser's IP address
help + value	Echo: IP Address, Subnet mask (not 4Waves PRO)	
help + help	Embosses: information in letter graphics (not 4X4 PRO)	

The web interface is in firmware 12.01.1 released April 2007.    

Index Embosser Web pages

	System information
	Embosser information 
	Network settings 
	Embosser Head properties 
	Parameters for paper feed 
	LED information 
	Current settings 
	Upgrade menu is available after "Sign On"
	Telnet 
	Service 

Controlling the embosser with ESC Sequences

Edit Files with ESC Sequences
The easiest way to create a file with esc sequences is to download a HEX editor from the Internet. Each esc sequence starts with HEX 1B as described in the first table. Sometimes,  as in the case for the Temporary setting of document properties, the esc sequence is complemented with additional information. 
4X4 PRO only supports tactile graphics from WinBraille 4.xx.
See the tables that follow and the example below the tables.
 	
Description	Decimal	Hexadecimal	
Activate six-dot graphics	27 1	1B 01	
Deactivate six-dot graphics	27 2	1B 02	
Activate general graphics	27 3	1B 03	
Deactivate general graphics	27 4	1B 04	
Activate four-dot graphics	27 6	1B 06	
Deactivate four-dot graphics	27 7	1B 07	
Activate six-dot graphics	27 49	1B 31	
Temporary Setting of Document Properties
See the following table.	27 68	1B 44	
Activate WinBraille printing	27 87	1B 57	
Transparent mode (y * 256 + x) number of characters	27 92 x y	1B 5C x y	
Deactivate six-dot graphics	27 93	1B 5D	
Transparent mode – one character	27 94	1B 5E	
Activate / Deactivate Letter graphics	27 252	1B FC	

Temporary Setting of Document Properties
	
Function		Valid values	Comments	
Page Length	PL	See Page Length Value below		Calculate page layout	
Page Width	PW	See Page Length Value below	Calculate page layout	
Inner Margin	IM	0-10 characters		
Outer margin	OM	0-10 characters		
Top margin	TM	0-10 characters		
Bottom margin	BM	0-10 characters		
Multiple copies	MC	2-10,000 copies		
Page mode, (duplexing)	DP	1 = single sided
2 = double sided
3 = Z-folding double sided 
4 = Saddle stitch 4X4 PRO
5 = Z-folding single sided 		
Line Spacing	LS	0 = 2.5 mm
1 = 3.75 mm
2 = 4.5 mm
3 = 4.75 mm
4 = 5.0 mm
5 = 5.25 mm
6 = 5.5 mm
7 = 7.5 mm
8 = 10.0 mm		
Graphic Dot Distance	GD	0 = 2.0 mm resolution
1 = 2.5 mm resolution
2 = 1.6 mm resolution	Not supported by 4X4 PRO	
Braille Dot Distance	TD	0 = 2.5 mm normal Braille cell inter point
1 = 2.0 mm Japanese Braille, interline
2 = 3.2 mm Jumbo Braille inter point	Embossing speed is maximum for 2.5 mm Braille cell mode.	
Page Number	PN	0 = None
1 = Top
2 = Top-left
3 = Top right
4 = Bottom
5 = Bottom-left
6 = Bottom-right	Requires a corresponding top or bottom margin.	
Braille Table	BT	0 = Index default Braille table
1 = Own Braille table no 1
2 = Own Braille table no 2
3 = Own Braille table no 3
4 = Own Braille table no 4		

Everest and 4X4 PRO Page Length - PL
The Page Length Parameter is defined in millimeters in Everest and 4X4 PRO, the minimum value is 100 and maximum value is 585.

Basic Page Length - PL for Basic
Page Length in Basic is defined in whole and fractional inches.

Paper Length PL	Syntax = XXY
XX=1-17
Y = 0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6	
11 inch	110	
11 1/4 inch	111	
11 1/3 inch	112	
11 1/2 inch	113	
11 2/3 inch	114	
11 3/4 inch	115	
12 inch	116	
etc.	120	

Example 1: Setting a temporary page length for Everest
Set the page length for an Everest to 500 mm:
<1B><44><PL><500>

Example 2: Setting a temporary page length for Basic
Set the page length for a Basic to 11.5 inches:
<1B><44><PL><113>

Embossing

On Windows you can emboss documents to the Index Braille Embossers through the following software functions:
	Embossing from any application directly to the Embosser 
	WinBraille, see Embossing using WinBraille, (Windows operating systems only)
	IbPrint, see Embossing using IbPrint, (Windows operating systems only)
	Third party software, see Embossing using third party software

Embossing on Windows

Embossing using WinBraille

MS-Word, Excel and Acrobat PDF
The recommended way to emboss in these programs is: file/ WinBraille/ Emboss. Follow the instructions.

Other Windows software
Emboss to WinBraille by selecting file/ print/ WinBraille. 

Embossing using IbPrint 

IbPrint is a drag-and-drop program for transferring text files, setup files, vertical alignment files, etc. to Index Braille embossers. The file will be transferred without any translation to Braille. IbPrint supports text and esc sequences.

Grab one or several files to print and drop them on the IbPrint icon on the desktop and follow the instructions. Select embosser and Number of copies. 

Advanced functions:
	banner page on/off
	duplexing selection
	print order with multiple files

Continue Printing after Failure

Continue to emboss the remaining part of a print job after a failure. The embosser remembers the position where it stopped due to out of paper, embosser fault message, etc.
 
1.	Power off and remove any paper in the embosser.
2.	Power on and load paper.
3.	Press off line.
4.	Send the same file again and the embosser echoes "mode 150".
5.	Press on line to start the embossing where it stopped.

Service and Support

Support Tools

The system administrator can update and calibrate Index Braille Embossers by using
	Front Key Panel, see Controlling the Embosser
	The Embosser Utility program for Windows
	The Software Service Interface for advanced maintenance

The Embosser Utility program is a part of the WinBraille installation.

Embosser Utility

Main Functions

Embosser Utility is a Windows program for support and upgrade of Index Braille embossers. It has the following main functions:

FUNCTION	EMBOSSER UTILITY 	User Category, Comments, etc.	
Upgrade embosser flash memory
1.	Embosser firmware 
2.	Embosser speech interface
3.	Factory setting
4.	Local default (local speech, default Setting abc, own tables)
5.	Calibration files	File/ Open.../ From Internet or from local disc (Index CD)	System administrator	
Set embosser network settings (Windows)
1.	IP address
2.	SubNet mask
3.	Default gateway
4.	DHCP
		Tools/ IP settings... 	System administrator	
Distributor Default Settings
1.	Local speech
2.	Default settings A, B, C
3.	Own tables 1-4	Tools/Factory settings...	Performed by Index Braille based on distributor information. Contact support@indexbraille.com for further instructions.
	
Install letter font	Tools/Letter font...	Performed by Index Braille based on distributor information. Contact support@indexbraille.com for further instructions.
	
Edit Own Braille tables	Tools/Braille table...	Performed by Index Braille based on distributor information. Contact support@indexbraille.com for further instructions.

Starting Embosser Utility

Menu: Start/All Programs/Index Braille/IndexEmbosserUtility.

Upgrading Embosser Firmware

file/ Open.../ from Internet or local disk

Software Module	File Format	Included Software Components	
Firmware Complete to version no 	Firmware_Complete_xxxx.eff	Firmware, English Speech, Letter, 
Index Braille Default 	
Firmware Update to version no	Firmware_Update_xxxx.eff	Firmware only	
Local Speech	Speech_Country_Company.eff	Speech only	
Local Default	Custom_Default_Country_Company.eff	Local Speech, Default Setting ABC, Own tables	
Embosser calibration	Calibration data.ecf	Calibration data	

Firmware Upgrade Process
1.	Use the Embosser Utility to retrieve the firmware file from Internet or CD. (file/ Open.../)
2.	Press the Upgrade Embosser button and enter the information about the current firmware version number. Upgrade the firmware via the USB or Network port. Firmware cannot be downloaded using the serial or parallel ports.
3.	For a 4Waves PRO embosser, select to update all embosser module(s). Note: Do not attempt to update only one module without contacting Index Braille support.
4.	Press OK to start the firmware upgrade. The embosser will beep during the Re-Flashing process, it will take 1-5 minutes depending on the computer. It is important to keep the printer on and the flash Utility program running during Re-Flashing. 

Caution:	If the transmission is interrupted before the start up message from the embosser is received the embosser's firmware may experience a major breakdown.	

Upgrade verification
The embosser will issue a start-up message (echoed message) when the firmware upgrade is completed. 

Check for new upgrades
You can use Embosser Utility to check www.indexbraille.com for new firmware upgrades.

Software Service Interface

The embossers have a service interface that can be accessed from Windows using:
	Hyper Terminal Serial Interface, see Hyper Terminal Serial Interface
	Telnet Network Interface, see Telnet Network Interface

On Mac OS X 10.4 launch the Terminal application to access the Software Service Interface, see On Macintosh.

On Windows

Hyper Terminal Serial Interface

Connect the embosser directly to your PC using the serial port and Windows Hyper Terminal. 
Cable see: Ports and Cables 
Serial cable Index Braille part no 1447 complete with converter.
Brand name "Null Modem Cable 9/9" with female-to-male converter.

Hyper Terminal Settings
Start/ Programs/ Accessories/ Communications/ Hyper Terminal (Windows 2000)
Set Hyper Terminal communication settings to
Bits per second: 38400
Data Bits: 8
Parity: None
Stop Bits: 1
Flow Control: None

Start the Software Interface menu with "?".

Password, menu, etc., see Software Service Interface menu.

Telnet Network Interface

Install the embosser directly on your network using a standard network cable.

Start Telnet
Start/ run/ cmd (Windows 2000) Start/run (Windows XP). This opens a command window)
Log on the embosser menu with "telnet (your embosser IP address)"
	Example "telnet 192.168.3.13"
	Start the Software Interface menu with "?".
	
Password, menu, etc., see "Software Service Interface".

On Macintosh

See the iBraille User's Guide for details how to access the Software Service Interface from a Macintosh.

Software Service Interface Menu

Start the Software Service Interface menu with "?".

The following service menus exist:
Main Menu "User Mode" 
(Password = Enter)
 	1. Network settings ...
	2. Embosser settings ...
	3. Testing of embosser ...
	q. Quit

Main Menu "Distributor Menu" 
(Password = Contact support@indexbraille.com)
	1. Network settings ... 
	2. Embosser settings ...
	3. Load file with TFTP ...
	4. Restart embosser ...
	5. Change password ...
	6. Testing of embosser ...
	q. Quit	
	
Follow the menu instructions.
Enter will keep the current value even after edit is selected.

Vertical Alignment

Adjusting Using Front Panel
Adjustments are made by moving the middle dot row, dots 2 and 5. 
1.	Press help + multiple. 
- Echo "help mode 100 start at #.##" (0.00 = default).
2.	Adjust the middle row by 1, 10 and multiple (numerical values). Each step is 0.01 millimeters and increasing values move the middle dot row to the left.
3.	Press setup to save the adjusted vertical alignment value. 
- Echo "save #.##"
- an alignment test page with the adjusted values is embossed.
4.	4Waves Only
Repeat step 1-3 for modules 2, 3 and 4 to adjust vertical alignment on all modules.

Checking Vertical Alignment Mechanics
If the above instructions do not give acceptable results please check the following.
	Gear wheel, gear bar and spring stretcher
	Stepper motor, stepper motor brackets, stepping motor cables and stepping motor drivers
	Paper movement rollers and formula tractors 
					
	Correct alignment		Incorrect Alignment	

Paper Calibration Everest/4X4 PRO

For embossers equipped with firmware 10.20 or higher.

The Four Paper-Calibration Steps
	 Paper Movement Value - Calibration of paper movement value
To adjust step length for handling different paper quality, length, thickness, etc.
	Paper Sensor Value - Calibration of paper sensor value
To adjust sensor sensitivity for handling different texture, color, transparent foil, etc.
	Distance Paper Sensor/ Edge - Adjustment of the distance between the paper sensor and the paper edge
	Distance Paper Edge/ First Braille Line - Adjustment of the distance between paper edge and first Braille line

Paper Movement Value

The length of the paper you are using must be known in millimeters. Please measure the paper and place it in the sheet feeder. 

Press form feed + form feed and the paper length is echoed. If the length differs by more than 3 millimeters from the measured paper length, the paper movement value must be adjusted.

Paper Movement Calibration Steps
1.	Press help + item. 
- Echo: "calibration start at (297)"
2.	Adjust to the measured paper length with 1, 10 and multiple.
3.	Press setup to save and start the calibration of paper movement. 
- A calibration page is embossed containing: 
	Calibration line - one line of Braille dots placed on the top edge of the paper.
- The new paper movement value is now stored and the Braille page format echoed out.

VIDEO: adjust paper length Everest.wmn

Paper Sensor Value

Firmware up to 12.00
	Place the paper against the top rollers between the aluminum covers in front of the sheet feeder
	Press help + group to start the paper sensor value calibration. Three different numerical values are echoed. They are the paper sensor value without paper, that with paper and the value used. 

VIDEO: calibrate paper sensor Everest 4X4.wmn

Firmware 12.01 and higher
Press help + group to start the paper sensor value calibration. Echo the current calibration value.
	Complete the paper sensor calibration by placing a page against the top rollers between the aluminum covers in front of the sheet feeder and pressing setup. Three different numerical values are echoed. They are the paper sensor value without paper, that with paper and the value used. 
	Cancel the paper sensor calibration by pressing on line.
	Select factory default sensor value (500) by pressing normal.

First Braille Line Position

Adjustment steps.
Step 1. First set the First Line Offset to 0 and adjust the Top of Form Setting until the first Braille line (dots 1 and 4) is on the edge of the paper.
Step 2. Adjust the First Line Offset to move the Braille to the preferred position on the paper.

Top of Form Offset

The top of form value sets the distance between the paper sensor and paper edge on Basic, Everest, 4X4 PRO and 4Waves PRO. 

Adjusting sequence
1.	Press help + 10 
- Echo: "Top of form in mm start at (##.#)".
- only 4Waves PRO; Echo "beep #1 top of form in mm start at (##.#)" where "beep#1" is embossing module number.
2.	Adjust the value with 1, 10 and multiple.
3.	Press setup echo "saving ##.#" to save the new top of form value. 
4.	4Waves PRO only - Repeat steps 1-3 for modules 2, 3 and 4.
5.	When completed, the Braille format page is embossed with the new top of form value.

First Line Offset

This function is used to move the position of the Braille block on the paper on on Basic, Everest, 4X4 PRO and 4Waves PRO.

First line offset adjusting sequence
1.	Press help + 1. 
- Echo: "First line offset in millimeter start at (2.0)".
2.	Adjust the distance with 1, 10 and multiple.
3.	Press setup to save the new first line offset value.
1.	4Waves PRO only - Repeat steps 1-3 for modules 2, 3 and 4.
4.	 When completed, the Braille format page is embossed with new first line offset value.

	

Clearing Paper Jam in Everest/4X4 PRO

1.	Power off the embosser.
2.	Remove the paper stack.
3.	Open the document out cover.
4.	Check where the paper is jammed.
5.	Remove the paper manually by rotating the paper movement axles with a screw driver in the axle end. It is located under the black cap on the right side of the embosser.
6.	If necessary remove the embossing head and clear it of jammed paper.

VIDEO: remove paper jam Everest jam.wmn

Maintaining Sheet Feeder

Out of Paper Message or Double Feed - Check the Following
1.	Sheet/card selector is in card position.
2.	The pick-up roller surface is worn or hardened.
3.	Margin guides are smoothly pushed against the edge of the paper stack.
4.	Paper supports are in the correct position.
5.	Paper quality is OK.
	
Ready Document Adjustment
1.	Adjust the green document guide to 10 mm (1/2") from paper edge.
2.	Adjust the angle on the lower document cover.

Paper Jam Message
VIDEO: remove paper jam Everest.wmn

Sheet Feeder Replacement
VIDEO: replace sheet feeder Everest/4X4 PRO.wmn

Clean Pick-up Roller

1.	Remove the paper stack.
2.	Hold a very fine sandpaper against the pick up roller.
3.	Rotate the rollers by pressing Form Feed followed by On Line for more movements until the surface is sticky.
4.	Repeat this with the other pick-up roller.

VIDEO: clean pick-up rollers Everest/4X4 PRO.wmn

Internal Network 4Waves PRO

The Internal TCP/IP network is automatically checked when powering on the 4Waves PRO. This is confirmed by the messages "check module one"....."four waves ready".

Internal Network Error Messages
No reply from module no # - echo "module # no reply"
No connection to the local network module no # - echo "module # peep" repeated after two seconds.

Replacing Embosser Head

See www.indexbraille.com for further information.

Replacing Basic

VIDEO: replace embossing head Basic.wmn

Replacing Everest/4X4 PRO

VIDEO: replace embossing head Everest/4X4 PRO.wmn

Replacing the Main Board

Main Board Contact Position

No	Function	Text on Board Surface	Comments	
1	Front Panel	KEYBOARD		
2	Sheet Feeder 	P_FEED	Everest/4X4 PRO	
3	Power supply 			
4	Movement Stepper Motor 	PF		
5	Embosser Head Stepper Motor	PH		
6	Embosser Head 			
7	Speaker and Paper Sensor Board 	P9	Basic and 4Waves PRO 
Speaker = 1, 2
Everest, 4X4 PRO Speaker and Paper Sensor Board =1-6	
8	Paper Sensor	P_SENS	Basic and 4waves PRO
Switch formula tractor
	
9	DIP switch 		Setting see instructions	
10	Service port		Not used	
11	Interface Board	P6		
12	Interface Board	P7		
13	Grounding			
14	Service port		Not used	
15	RS485	EXP	4Waves PRO internal communication	

Setting the Dip Switches

The same version of the electronic main board and firmware is used in all Index Braille Embossers. However, the DIP switch settings for each embosser model are unique, so you have to set the DIP switches according to the table below before you insert a board in an embosser. Otherwise you will not receive the expected functionality.
	
EMBOSSER MODEL	Switch 1	Switch 2	Switch 3	Switch 4	 Switches 5, 6, 7, 8	
Basic-D	ON	ON	ON	ON	(Not used)	
Basic-S	OFF	ON	ON	ON		
Everest	ON	OFF	ON	ON		
4X4 PRO	OFF	OFF	ON	ON		
4Waves PRO	ON	ON	OFF	ON		
CONFIGURATION	Switch 5	Switch 6	Switch 7	Switch 8		
First Release	ON	ON	ON	ON		
Impact level +20% for negative hammers. Only used in firmware 10.04.
Contact Index support for further information.	OFF	ON	ON	ON		

Replacing Main Board Basic and 4Waves PRO

VIDEO: replace main board Basic.wmn

Replacing Main Board Everest/4X4 PRO

VIDEO: replace main board Everest.wmn

Changing Board Size 

Replacing Paper Sensor Board Everest/4X4 PRO

The Paper Sensor Board is located above the embosser head and equipped with a reflective sensor.
1. To exchange the Paper Sensor Board, Index Braille part no 1182, follow the video instructions
2. To calibrate the sensor see Paper Calibration.

VIDEO: replace paper sensor board Everest.wmn

Replacing Embossing Module 4Waves PRO

Replace with Service Embossing Module

1.	Turn off the power to the embosser
2.	Lift the selected embosser module and place it carefully into the transport box, see Transporting the Embosser.
3.	Carefully lift the replacement module and place it in the empty position. The embosser module in position 1 has to have the three steel bows in place.
4.	Turn on Power and wait for the speech feedback: "one wave", "two waves", "three waves", "four waves ready".

		

Check installed firmware version
1.	Help + b, Group 1, Item 2, Check Firmware, Braille table and Letter font in all embossing modules. The status message replies if any embossing module needs a new firmware version. 
2.	If necessary, update the firmware and/or Own Braille table with Embosser Utility.

Allowed Combinations of Embossing Modules

	
	
Allowed Combinations of Embossing Modules and Speed	
Embossing Module 4
	Embossing Module 3
	Embossing Module 2
	Embossing Module 1
	Speed 
(Characters Per Second)	
X	X	X	X	300 CPS	
	X	X	X	242 CPS	
		X	X	187 CPS	
			X	130 CPS	

See Replacing a Service Embossing Module for details on how to replace one embosser module.

Replacement Modules

See www.indexbraille.com for further information.

Removing Index Braille Software

Removing Index Printer Drivers on Windows

There are three reasons to remove the existing Index Braille Printer Drivers from Windows:
1.	The embosser is no longer connected.
2.	Before installation of a new WinBraille version.
3.	Trouble shooting.

1.	Start the Printers and faxes dialogue: Start/ Settings/ Printers and Faxes/ 
2.	Select the Index Braille printer and remove it.

Removing Index Printer Drivers on Mac OS X 10.4

See the iBraille User's Guide for details how to remove the Index Braille Printer Drivers for Macintosh.

Removing WinBraille from Windows

Use the standard Windows method to remove WinBraille, start/ settings/ control panel/ add remove program/

Select WinBraille from the list of available programs and request removal.

Removing Embosser Utility from Windows

Use the standard Windows method to remove Embosser Utility, start/ settings/ control panel/ add remove program/

Select Embosser Utility from the list of available programs and request removal.

Transport and Service

	Lock the embossing head.
	Pack the embosser in its original packing box. The warranty will only be valid if the embosser is transported in professional packaging.
	To get quick and effective service, please include a fault description and sender information.
	Before shipping, contact Index Braille for a service ID number.

Locking the Embosser Head

Place the embossing head in the correct position by pressing help + double and insert the print head lock.

Basic-D/S

Everest/ 4X4 PRO

4Waves PRO

Status Check

4Waves PRO

Status Feedback from the Front Panel 
	Make sure the 4Waves PRO is correctly loaded with paper.
	Press Group 1, Item 3, value (on), setup.
	The Automatic Status Feedback embossing starts.
	- Embossing of one page testing hammers 1-13; see below.
	- The test result are embossed on page 2.
	Check the status feedback printout and result.

Setting of Warning and Error level in status feedback: see Embosser Utility.

Appendix

Front Panel Summery link

Link to Information Feedback.
Link to Common Commands
Link to Setup Commands
Link to Embosser Calibration 

Letter Fonts

Embossed raised tactile letters, (A-Z, a-z), are used to give embosser feedback to sighted persons. You can, for example, press help + help to receive embosser information in raised tactile letters. You can also use a text file with esc sequences to emboss raised letters either as a complete document or as a part of a Braille document. 
See Controlling the embosser with ESC sequences for details. (Note: 4X4 PRO does not support letter graphics).

Non-Western Alphabet
You can get raised tactile graphics with other alphabets, for example Moon, Cyrillic, Arabic, etc. 
For further information please contact Index Braille support support@indexbraille.com 

Error Codes

Error Number	Description	Embosser Models	Comments	
181	The internal network communication has stopped due to a buffer problem.	4Waves PRO only	Restart the embosser 	
201 *	One embossing module does not respond after receiving a message from embossing module 1.	4Waves PRO only		
202 *	One embossing module does not respond at all on a messages  from embossing module 1.	4Waves PRO only	Error after resending the message 10 times
Help = Echo embossed number of complete copies and Braille pages currently in the embossing process.	
203 	Distribution of pages between the modules fails.	4Waves PRO only	Help = Echo embossed number of complete copies and Braille pages currently in the embossing process.	
220 *	Wrong Firmware version in embossing module 2, 3 or 4.	4Waves PRO only	Compares the firmware version in embossing modules 2, 3 and 4 with embossing module 1during power on.	
230 *	Wrong Own Braille table in embossing module 2, 3 or 4.	4Waves PRO only	Compares the Own Braille tables in embossing modules 2, 3 and 4 with embossing module 1during power on.	
240 *	Wrong letter font in embossing module 2, 3 or 4.	4Waves PRO only	Compares the letter font in embossing modules 2, 3 and 4 with embossing module 1during power on.	
Audio signal
tick, tick......	Signal when deleting text buffer in each module during the embossing of several documents.	4Waves PRO only	Information feedback.	
* = Embossing Module number information
	Error ### beep #
### = error number
# = Embossing Module number 2, 3 or 4.	4Waves PRO only	Gives faulty embossing module position.	
Only beeping during start up	One embosser module is not receiving an internal IP address from the router.	4Waves PRO only	Check network cables.	
Error 182 beep # Module	The checksum for the file is not identical in the specified module.	4Waves PRO only	Turn off 4Waves PRO, start it and reprint the document.	

Index Default Braille Table

Index Braille Code is the commonly used translation from the Western character set to Braille. The same translation is used with many names for example, MIT-code, US Grade 0, US Computer Braille, American Grade 0.
	
The Index Braille Table list is installed by default in all embosser.
1st Line:	a b c d e f g h i j
1st Line:	A C I Y Q K [ S J Z
2nd Line:	k l m n o p q r s t
2nd Line:	E G M ] U O _ W N ^
3rd Line:	u v x y z & = ( ! )
3rd Line:	e g m } u o  w n ~
4th Line:	* < % ? : $ ] \ [ w
4th Line:	a c i y q k { s j z

5th Line:	1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0
5th Line:	B F R r b V v f T t

6th Line:	/ + # > ' -
6th Line:	L l | \ D d

7th Line:	@ ^ _ " . ; ,
7th Line:	H X x P h p `

List of Index file formats

Embosser Utility and Speech Tool
Embosser Factory Settings files (*.efs) = Specify default setup values, A, B, C.
Embosser Letter Font (*.elf) = Tactile letter font embosser test page, etc.
Embosser Braille Codes (*.ebc) = Own Braille code, Own 1, Own 2, Own 3, Own 4.
Braille Component Packages (*.bcp) = package of several Braille tables.
Embosser Flash Files (*.eff) = Package of files which can be used to Upgrade the embosser, speech, firmware, tables, etc.
Embosser Web Files (*.ibe) = For internal use at the Index Braille factory.
Embosser Calibration File (*.ecf) = Calibration of embosser production settings

WinBraille
Text Files (*.txt)
HTML Files (*htm,*.html)
Rich Text Files (*.rtf)
Word Files (*.doc)
Braille File Format (*.brf) = for example Duxbury Braille translated file format.
WinBraille Files (*.wbr) = file containing the information in the translated Braille document.
WinBraille Template Files (*.wtf) = template file to define Braille document format.
WinBraille Interchangeable Files (*.wif) = file including the complete information used by WinBraille to produce a Braille document. A .wif file can be opened in any computer even with other WinBraille settings. Containing source document, Braille document, Braille translation tables, profiles, etc.

Index Speech Tool
Speech Files (*.ispf) = Local speech interface with words in Wave format. This file has to be converted into the embosser speech format using the development platform at Index Braille factory.
Embosser Speech File (*.esf) = Local speech file ready to be used to upgrade the embosser using Embosser Utility.

Power Module 4Waves PRO

The 4Waves PRO power modules use the same power supply board and transformer as the other Index embosser models. 

	Define Module number with Dip Switch settings	
	Power Module	
	No 4	No 3	No 2	No 1 (Master)	
DIP Switch Setting					

Power Supply Basic/Everest/ 4X4 PRO

Power Supply Information
Green LED indicates incoming 42 V. 
Yellow LED indicates regulated 38.6 V DC to embosser main board. 

Power Supply Data
Tolerances on incoming voltage 230 V +/- 20%, 115 V +/-20%
Fuse glass 5x20 mm
Incoming fuse = 4.00 A/250 V Slow blow
Power supply fuse = 6.3 A/250 V Slow blow
Power 160 W 

		

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