Specifications

1. With the AstroJet 1000 power switch ON, press the STAND BY key to put the printer On-line,

then press the ON LINE key to enter the Settings Menu.

2. Use the PREVIOUS or NEXT button to bring “PRINT SPEED” to the top line in the display.

3. Press the SELECT key, the asterisk will disappear.

4. Use the PREVIOUS or NEXT key to select the desired speed “LOW”, “MEDIUM”, or “HIGH”.

NOTE: If Standard resolution is selected there will be two speed choices available

“MEDIUM” and “LOW”. If Draft resolution is selected three speed choices will be

available: “LOW”, “MEDIUM”, and “HIGH”. In the “HIGH”-resolution mode only the

“LOW” speed is available.

5. Press the SELECT key to lock in the selection. The asterisk will reappear.

6. Press the SELECT key again to exit, then press the STAND BY key to return the AstroJet

1000 to the print ready condition.

Print Enhancement

The print enhancement feature keeps all of the printhead nozzles open during printing, even the ones

that are not actually printing. This prevents the printhead nozzles from drying out and causing

possible loss of characters such as accent marks and the descender on letters such as “y” or “q”. This

feature is always on, but can be turned off by the operator as follows:

1. With the AstroJet 1000 power switch ON, press the STAND BY key to put the printer On-line,

then press the ON LINE key to enter the Settings Menu.

2. Use the PREVIOUS or NEXT key to bring the “Print enhancement” to the top line of the

display.

3. Press the SELECT key and then press the PREVIOUS key to get NO to appear in the display.

4. Press the SELECT key again so that the asterisk appears and locks in the selection.

5. Press the SELECT key again to exit, then press the STAND BY key to return the AstroJet

1000 to the print ready condition.

Types of Media

The AstroJet 1000 will print on many types of mailing media, but some restrictions apply. As with

any other printing process, the texture of the media has a direct effect on both the print quality and

the ink drying time. It is best to test each new type of media to determine performance levels

before beginning the Job.

Coated and plastic types of paper do not easily absorb ink and smearing may occur. Print may

appear fuzzy on very porous paper. Another cause of fuzzy printouts is excessive buildup of dust

within the machine, or if the printhead is too far away from the media. Be aware, that when printing

in the High Quality mode, drying time for the ink is longer than in the other modes. In addition,

when humidity is high, drying time is increased.

Media Thickness

The AstroJet 1000 will handle pieces up to 1/4” thick (0.250”). All folds must be crisp and even.

CAUTION

DO NOT use stapled pieces in the AstroJet 1000.

DO NOT use paper- clipped pieces in the AstroJet 1000.

These methods of binding the mail piece will damage the printheads, affect print quality,

and may seriously damage your printer. The Astro Warranty Policy will not cover

components damaged through improper use.

The USPS does not accept this type of mail for its automated equipment.