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 +====== Printing PDF Files on Plotter ======
 +  * Plotter: HP Designjet 450C
 +  * Operating System: Windows 2000
 +  * Adobe Reader 7
 +
 +===== Instructions =====
 +  - load paper in plotter - 24" x 36" in portrait orientation
 +  - after printer loads paper, checks the size, it will stop moving
 +  - open pdf drawing in Adobe Reader
 +  - select print
 +    - select the "HP Designjet 450C (E/A0) by HP" printer (it may need installed if you are a new user)
 +    - page scaling: none
 +    - check "Auto Rotate and Center" (not for courthouse, 24" x 24" sheets)
 +    - in printer properties, verify:
 +      - portrait is selected
 +      - paper size is "Arch D - 24 x 36 in"
 +      - paper type is Opaque Bond (plain)
 +      - paper source is "Sheet Feed"
 +      - "no scaling" is checked
 +      - under "Options" tab, quality is "Best (enhanced)"
 +      - under "Advanced" tab:
 +        * process document in computer
 +        * uncheck "Auto Rotate" and "Inked Area"
 +        * Sharpen Lines On (CAD or line drawings)
 +      - click OK
 +    - click OK to print
 +  - don't use the computer much while printing
 +