Panasonic Electronic Board Ub-7325 Operating Instructions

							Loading Copy Paper
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Operating Instructions
4
Tighten the film, then close the printer door.
1) Rotate the blue gear in the direction of the 
arrow to take up the slack on the film.
• If a slack remains, perform step 3-2) through 
4-1) again.
2) Securely close the printer door by using both 
hands until a click is heard.
• “ ” flashing on the Multi-Copy/Error 
Indicator will go out.
Note
• If “ ” is still flashing after closing the printer 
door, make sure that the thermal transfer film 
has been installed properly and tightened.
• The printer door should be closed to make 
copies properly. Confirm both latches are 
locked.It is possible to load up to 40 sheets of Letter size 
copy paper [assuming a paper weight of 80 g/m
2 
(20 lb.)].
Note that only Letter size paper may be used.
When the unit is first used or when “ ” flashes on the 
Multi-Copy/Error Indicator to indicate that the unit is 
out of paper, load copy paper as described below.
Notes on Loading Copy Paper
Follow the guidelines below to ensure smooth and 
accurate printing by the unit.
• Only use Letter size copy paper having a weight of 
60 g/m
2 (16 lb.) to 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) as the copy paper 
for this unit.
• Do not simultaneously load paper of varying type 
and thickness as this may result in paper jams.
• Before adding copy paper, be sure to remove all the 
copy paper remaining inside the unit’s paper cover. 
(Note that copy paper will slightly resist being 
removed, but may be pulled out without problems.)
After removing the copy paper, stack the removed 
paper together with the new paper, fan it thoroughly, 
square it and reload.
• Extremely smooth or glossy paper
• Coated paper
• Thermal paper
• Paper that is printed on one side
• Wrinkled paper, creased paper, etc.
1
Set the power switch to on ( I ).
• “ ” will flash on the Multi-Copy/Error 
Indicator when copy paper has run out.
• The screen will move to home position and 
stop.
Blue gear
Latches
Loading Copy Paper
DO NOT USE THE FOLLOWING TYPES 
OF PAPER
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OFF 
						

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2
Pull the paper cover forward as shown in the 
figure.
3
To prevent paper jams such as those caused 
by multiple sheets feeding at once, fan the 
paper thoroughly, square it, align it with the 
guide inside, and insert as far as it will go.
Note
• Only use Letter size copying paper having a 
weight of 60 g/m2 (16 lb.) to 90 g/m2 (24 lb.) 
as the copy paper for this unit.
• Do not stack more copy paper in the unit 
than the maximum paper limit indicated by 
the guide (see the above figure) as this may 
result in paper jams. [Note that the unit can 
hold about 40 sheets of paper having a 
weight of 80 g/m
2 (20 lb.).]
4
Close the paper cover until a click is heard.
Note
• Close the paper cover, or the unit will not 
work properly.
• The paper cover should be closed to make 
copies properly. Confirm the both latches are 
locked.
Maximum paper limit Guide 
						

							Making Copies
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Operating Instructions
This section describes how to copy text and 
illustrations drawn on the screen.
1
Set the power switch to on ( I ).
• “ ” will light on the Multi-Copy/Error 
Indicator to indicate that the unit is ready to 
copy.
• The screen will move to home position and 
stop.
2
Press the Copy Key  .
• Text and illustrations on the screen will be 
copied and copies emerge from the output 
port.
• The output port can hold up to 10 sheets of 
copy paper. (Note that exceeding the output 
port’s capacity may result in paper jams.)
• For details on making multiple copies and so 
on, see “Copy types and procedures” on 
this page.
Note
• Do not use paper that has been copied on 
one side by this printer as copy paper in this 
unit or in any other copiers or printers as this 
may result in dirty rollers, degradation of 
printing quality, paper jams, and streaks and 
smudges on output paper.
• Do not write on the back side of the output 
paper from this unit. The printed ink may be 
transfered underneath the paper.
• Text or images in shades of yellow will not 
copy.
■Copy types and procedures
[A] Copying the front of the screen
1) Press *1.
[B] Copying the back of the screen
1) Press   or   to move the screen to be 
copied to the front.
2) Press 
*1.
[C] Copying 4 screens continuously
1) Select “ ” by pressing  .
2) Press .
• Press   to stop copying in mid-operation.
[D] Making multiple copies (up to 9)
1) Select the number of copies (1 to 9) by 
pressing  as necessary.
2) Press 
*1.
•Press
  to stop copying in mid-operation.
*1When copying is finished, the next screen is displayed.
Making Copies
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OFF 
						

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One of four screens of this electronic board can also 
be used as the projector screen. The screen has no 
ruled lines so the projected image is easy to see.
1
Press   or   more than 2 seconds to 
move the screen to the projector screen.
• “0” is displayed on the Multi-Copy/Error 
Indicator while the screen advances to the 
projector screen.
or
Press   or   to move the screen to the 
screen with no ruled lines.
2
Project an image on the screen.
• Light from the projector may enter the eye 
when using a projector to project images for 
the purpose of making presentations and so 
on. Be very careful as direct projector light 
may hurt the eyes.
Note
• Letters can be written on the projector 
screen by the marker provided. However, the 
writing may be harder to erase than on the 
other screens. To erase them, use a 
commercially available white board cleaner 
(SANFORD® EXPO® white board cleaner 
etc.).The unit is capable of producing about 15 more copies 
when the Contrast/Remaining Film Indicator begins to 
flash. The unit has run out of thermal transfer film and 
can no longer make copies when the Multi-Copy/Error 
Indicator flashes “ ”. Separately available 
replacement film (UG-6001) may be purchased from 
the dealer where you purchased the unit. Thermal 
transfer film is replaced as follows.
Notes on Replacing Thermal 
Transfer Film
• Only use the designated product (UG-6001) from 
Panasonic as the replacement film. (Note that using 
another type of replacement film may result in 
degraded printing quality or damage to the unit.)
• Thermal transfer film is disposable. Dispose of used 
thermal transfer film as “burnable” or “non-
recyclable” rubbish.
• A negative of the copied image will remain on the 
thermal transfer film. To protect the security of your 
information, we recommend cutting up the used 
thermal transfer film with scissors or shredder before 
disposing of it.
1
Push down the printer open lever to open the 
printer door, and remove the used film.
2
Refer to steps 3 and 4 in the section of 
“Installing the Thermal Transfer Film” on 
page 10.
Using the Projector 
Screen
Caution
Replacing the Thermal 
Transfer Film
Using the Projector Screen / Replacing the Thermal Transfer Film 
						

							Paper Jams
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Operating Instructions
Remove paper jams by the following procedure when 
copy paper does not come out of the output port or 
when “” flashes on the Multi-Copy/Error Indicator.
1
Push down the printer open lever to open the 
printer door.
2
Remove the thermal transfer film with both 
hands.
3
Remove the jammed paper.
4
Install the thermal transfer film.
• Refer to steps 3 and 4 in the section of 
“Installing the Thermal Transfer Film” on 
page 10.
• “ ” flashing on the Multi-Copy/Error 
Indicator will go out.
Note
• If “ ” is still flashing after closing the printer 
door, make sure that the thermal transfer film 
has been installed properly and tightened.
• The printer door should be closed to make 
copies properly. Confirm both latches are 
locked.
If the flashing “” does not go out after the foregoing 
procedure has been performed; this may indicate that 
the paper feeder is not functioning properly.
Reload the copy paper by following the steps given 
below.
1
Turn the power off.
2
Open the paper cover and remove all the copy 
paper remaining inside the unit’s paper cover.
Note
• The copy paper will slightly resist being 
removed, but may be pulled out without 
problems.
Paper Jams
Jammed paper
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OFF 
						

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3
To prevent paper jams such as those caused 
by multiple sheets feeding at once, fan the 
paper thoroughly, square it, align it with the 
guide inside, and insert as far as it will go.
Note
• Do not stack more copy paper in the unit 
than the maximum paper limit indicated by 
the guide (see figure) as this may result in 
paper jams. [Note that the unit can hold 
about 40 sheets of paper having a weight of 
80 g/m
2 (20 lb.).]
4
Close the paper cover until a click is heard.
Note
• Close the paper cover, or the unit will not 
work properly.
• The paper cover should be closed to make 
copies properly. Confirm the both latches are 
locked.
5
Turn the power on.
• “ ” will light on the Multi-Copy/Error Indicator 
to indicate that the unit is ready to copy.
• The screen will move to home position and 
stop.
Maximum paper limit Guide
ON
OFF 
						

							Computer Interfacing
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Operating Instructions
• Panasonic Document Management System 
(hereafter Panasonic-DMS) uses the TWAIN driver 
to scan images drawn on the screen.
• The Panasonic-DMS has a capability of managing 
documents (image files).
• The printer driver allows the printer to print 
documents from your computer.
■System requirements
*1This electronic board functions with USB 1.1.
*
2Microsoft Windows 98 operating system 
(hereafter Windows 98)
*
3Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition operating 
system (hereafter Windows Me)
*
4Microsoft Windows 2000 operating system 
(hereafter Windows 2000)
*
5Microsoft Windows XP operating system 
(hereafter Windows XP)
■Contents of CD-ROM
The provided CD-ROM includes the following 
items.
• USB driver
• Printer driver
• TWAIN driver
• Panasonic-DMS software
• Panasonic-DMS manual
• Electronic board operating instructions
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
Acrobat® Reader® copyright © 1987-2002 Adobe 
Systems Incorporated. All rights reserved.
Notes when connecting the 
electronic board to a computer
• First install the USB, printer and TWAIN driver to 
your computer, then connect the electronic board 
to the computer (refer to “Installing the drivers” 
on page 18.
• If you connect the electronic board to a USB hub, 
it is not guaranteed to work.
• Do not connect two or more Panasonic electronic 
boards to a computer. It may cause the computer 
operation to become unstable.
• Use a shielded USB cable that is certified as logo 
by USB-IF.
Computer Interfacing
ComputerIBM PC/AT or compatible machine 
with a CD-ROM drive
CPUPe nt ium  II or higher processor
InterfaceUSB 1.1 or USB 2.0*
1
OSWindows® 98*
2 / Windows Me*3 / 
Windows 2000*4 / Windows XP*5
Memory64 MB or more (Windows 98 / 
Windows Me)
128 MB or more (Windows 2000)
256 MB or more (Windows XP)
HDAt least 40 MB free space (except 
saving space for image file) 
						

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■Installing the drivers
Before you use the computer interfacing function 
for the first time, install the USB, printer and TWAIN 
driver to your computer by following procedures.
Note
• Do not yet connect a USB cable to the 
electronic board.
1Power on your computer and start Windows*1.
• Log on as an administrator for 
Windows 2000 
or Windows XP.
*
1Microsoft Windows operating system 
(hereafter Windows)
2Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive. 
The Setup window will appear automatically.
• Depending on the operating system or the 
settings that you are using, the Setup 
window may not appear automatically.
In such a case, execute “Menu.exe” in the 
CD-ROM from the Explorer.
3When “Welcome” window appears, click 
[Next].
4Click [Panaboard Setup].
• To install the Panasonic-DMS software, click 
[Panasonic-DMS] (see page 19).
• To install the Acrobat Reader, click [Install 
Adobe Acrobat Reader]. To read the 
operating instructions, the Acrobat Reader 
must be installed in your computer.
5Click [Install Drivers].
6Read “Software License Agreement” carefully 
and click [Yes].
7When the following window appears, check 
that the electronic board is not connected to 
your computer and click [OK].
• If the USB cable is connected to the 
electronic board, remove it and click [OK].
• For Windows 98 or Windows Me, a floppy 
disk or CD-ROM for installing the operating 
system may be required
.
• If the screen prompts to restart Windows, 
restart Windows. 
						

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Operating Instructions
8When the following window appears after files 
are copied, power the electronic board on, and 
connect a USB cable from the electronic 
board to your computer.
• Use a shielded USB cable that is certified as 
logo by USB-IF.
9Follow the on-screen instructions if the wizard 
windows appear.
• If the wizard window is displayed to select 
the file (##.inf) for the printer driver in 
Windows XP, select “windows\inf\oem##.inf ”.
• If the wizard window is displayed to connect 
to the Windows Update in Windows XP SP2, 
select [No].
• If the warning dialog is displayed in 
Windows 2000 / Windows XP, select [Yes] or 
[Continue Anyway] to continue the 
installation.
• The new hardware wizard windows may be 
displayed several times depending on the 
operating system.
• For Windows 98 or Windows Me, a floppy 
disk or CD-ROM for installing the operating 
system may be required
.
10When the installation is completed, click [OK].
■Installing the software
When Panasonic-DMS is already installed, leave it 
(do not uninstall it) and install the new  software 
in the same folder to overwrite it.
1Power on your computer and start Windows.
• Log on as an administrator for 
Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
2Insert the CD-ROM into the CD-ROM drive.
The Setup window will appear automatically.
• Depending on the operating system or the 
settings that you are using, the Setup 
window may not appear automatically. 
In such a case, double click “Menu.exe” in 
the CD-ROM from the Explorer.
3When “Welcome” window appears, click 
[Next].
4Click [Panasonic-DMS].
• To install the USB, printer and TWAIN driver, 
click [Panaboard Setup] (see page 18).
• To install the Acrobat Reader, click [Install 
Adobe Acrobat Reader]. To read the 
operating instructions, the Acrobat Reader 
must be installed in your computer. 
						

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5Click [Install Panasonic-DMS Software].
6Click [Install].
• To install the Panasonic-DMS Manual, check 
the [Operating Instructions] check box.
7Read “Software License Agreement” carefully 
and click [Yes].
8Follow the on-screen instructions when 
messages appear.
9When the setup process is completed, restart 
Windows.
• About the Panasonic-DMS, refer to the 
Document Manager System operating 
instructions in the CD-ROM.
■Removing the drivers
If you need to remove the USB driver, printer driver 
and TWAIN driver, perform the following steps.
1Power on your computer and start Windows.
• Log on as an administrator for 
Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
2Click [Start], and then click Control Panel in 
Settings.
• For Windows
 XP, click [start], and then click 
Control Panel.
3Double-click Add / Remove Programs icon 
(Windows XP: Add or Remove Programs) in 
the Control Panel.
4Select Panaboard UB5-7 Driver in the Add / 
Remove Programs list, and click [Add / 
Remove].
5Follows the instructions on the screen.
6After uninstalling, restart your computer.
■Removing the software
If you need to remove the Panasonic-DMS 
software, perform the following steps.
1Power on your computer and start Windows.
• Log on as an administrator for 
Windows 2000 or Windows XP.
2Click [Start], move the pointer to 
[Programs]–[Panasonic]–[Panasonic 
Document Management System]–
[Uninstall].
(For Windows XP, [All Programs] instead of 
[Programs].)
3Click [OK].
4After uninstalling, restart your computer.