Software
update release

03-01-2025 

Xitron Navigator version: 8.2.5.2 
1170 Windows Interface version: 1.2.5.0 

The following document describes the updated operation procedure for printing through the newest releases of the Xitron Navigator RIP and the 1170 Windows Interface. 

Newest release downloads at the pages below:

NEW RELEASE HIGHLIGHTS:

  • Improved network connectivity in both the 1170 Windows Interface and Xitron Navigator.

  • Increased compatibility between the 1170 Windows Interface and Xitron Navigator.

  • Added functionality in Xitron Navigator RIP for more centralized operation.

  • Consistent printing at Mid-Job Service (MJS) when printing variable data.

  • New per-color priming test prints for easier nozzle clog removal.


HOW TO UPGRADE THE 1170 WINDOWS INTERFACE AND XITRON NAVIGATOR RIP

Xitron Navigator RIP (Install first)

  1. Download new Navigator version 8.2.5.2 from the links above.

  2. Close all Xitron and 1170int software 
    Go to Tray and Turn off all Xitron applications 
    Go to Start > Services: Stop “Service Location Protocol” *IMPORTANT* 

  3. Archive Existing Xitron and Uninstall

    1. Zip the existing Navigator Folder (C:\Navigator) 

    2. Go to Start > Uninstall Navigator 

    3. Delete the original Navigator Folder (C:\Navigator) 

  4. Install new Xitron Navigator Software

    1. Install the HHRInstaller only. No need to install the HHR Client Installer. 

    2. No need to enter the license key when prompted if you have an existing license. 

  5. Change HPPW.ini pool size to 128mb 

    1. Start > %appdata% > Xitron > HPPW > HPPW.ini (NOTE: “Show Hidden Files” must be checked)

    2. Change “poolsizemb” to 128 

    3. File > Save then close 

  6. Check Network Adapter Settings

    1. Go to Start > Device Manager  

    2. On the 2 primary network adapters go to “Properties” and under “Advanced” disable all: Energy Efficient Ethernet, Advanced EEE, Green Ethernet, Power Saving Mode 

    3. Under Power Management Tab: uncheck “allow to turn off...” 

  7. (Optional) Insert previous settings from zipped Navigator Folder

    1. Media Sizes: C:\Navigator\Navigator\Config\Media Sizes\Media.list (copy and replace in same new location)

 

1170 Windows Interface

  1. Download the new software from website at the links above

  2. (Optional) Save current settings

    1. C:\1170int\config.ini file 

    2. Copy and save file to desktop (includes IP address & calibration settings) 

  3. Uninstall the old 1170int folder

    1. Go to applications, find 1170int and uninstall

    2. Delete the existing 1170int folder (C:\1170int\)

  4. Install new 1170 Windows Interface

  5. (Optional - part 2) Copy, paste and “replace” previous config file into new 1170int folder 

    1. C:\Program Files\1170 Windows Interface 

  6. Continue to setup and operate as normal (IP, Calibration, etc.)

  7. (Troubleshooting) IP is not saving when closing and re-opening the program

    1. Navigate to Program Files (C:\Program Files) and the Windows Interface folder. 

    2. Right click then Go to Properties > Security

    3. Select “Edit” then “Add…”

    4. Type the name of the user account under Enter the object names to select, then hit OK. (This will either be “postmark” for the EnveJet or “envprinter”)

    5. Find the new user in the list and check “Full Control” under “Allow”

    6. Click Apply, then OK. 

    7. Open the 1170 Windows Interface program, re-enter the IP address, then close and reopen to verify the settings have saved.

 

RECOMMENDED JOB SETUP 

  • REST Mode:  Full Control 

  • MJS Settings:  Per Page, 1000 prints 

  • Print Modes:   

    • Normal (Continuous) Mode: Variable Data & Static Data

    • Static Mode (higher speeds): Static Data Only

      • NOTE: Static Mode should be used with 1 page documents (not using the range option on a larger file.) 





OPERATION CONTROLS

CONTROLs IN XITRON NAVIGATOR

  • Page Counter: DFE Home 

  • Job Control Settings: DFE Home 

  • TOF (Top of Form) / PPS (Pen to Paper Spacing)*: DFE Settings - FI-1000 (*Make sure PPS is disabled in 1170int)

  • Print Mode (Continuous vs Static): DFE – FI-1000 

  • Firmware Version: DFE Settings - FI-1000 

  • Service Station Life: DFE Settings - FI-1000  

  • MJS Controls: DFE Settings – HP Advanced 

  • MJS (ie. Quick Clean): DFE Settings – HP Advanced 

  • Pen Recovery 0: DFE Settings - HP Advanced  

  • Pen Recovery 1: Not recommended to use 

  • Service Sled Controls: DFE – HP Advanced 

  • Download Firmware: DFE Settings - HP Advanced 

  • Stall Recovery: DFE Settings – HP Advanced 

  • Non-Functional Tools: 

    • Start Feeder 

    • Enable TOFs 

CONTROLs IN WINDOWS INTERFACE

  • Test Print: Settings

  • Calibrations (Gap/Die TOF): Settings

  • Calibrations (Drop Density): Admin Console

  • Nozzle Priming Sheets: Printbar

    • New buttons for priming sheets for clearing clogged nozzles of a specific color 

    • Options: Full CMYK Sheet, Full Cyan, Full Magenta, Full Yellow, Full Black

 
 

 

ADJUSTABLE SETTINGS 

 

REST CONTROL OPTIONS

REST Interface: Full Control (For use with Xitron Navigator RIP) 

NOTE: In this mode, “TOF/PPS Override” should be toggled off in the 1170 Windows Interface so that no slider bars are visible (under the Settings > Admin Console). 

This will allow all job controls to be based on Xitron and disable the controls in the 1170 Windows Interface. “Test Print” and Die Calibrations will need to still be done in the 1170 Windows Interface. 

See below for adjustments to TOF, PPS, and MJS settings. 

REST Interface: Status Only (Not Recommended - Limited to 2000 prints per job) 

This will allow the PPS and TOF to be adjusted in the Windows Interface but NOT the Navigator DFE. Under this option, there is no control over the MJS so jobs will need to be limited to 2000 prints.

REST Interface: Disabled (Not Recommended) 

This option will entirely disable the REST entirely and should never be used while printing with the Xitron Navigator DFE. 

 

REST FULL CONTROL ADJUSTMENTS 

PPS Adjustments 

This is the distance that the Printbar will come down to the paper. The recommended default for this is 5120 but it can be adjusted to allow for print clarity depending on the substrate. (NOTE: Make sure that the PPS is disabled in the 1170 Windows Interface under the Admin Console.)

TOF Adjustments 

This is the distance from the Top of Form (TOF) sensor to the printbar to allow proper timing. The default should be 31,500, but this can be adjusted per print to print earlier (smaller numbers) or later (higher numbers). These units are 1/2400th of an inch. To calculate in inches, take your desired total or added inches and multiply by 2400 to get the proper units to enter. 

MJS Adjustments 

First, set when automatic cleanings will take place: either pre-job (recommended) or post-job.

Next, choose the MJS mode. This can be based on “Page count” (recommended), “Job count” or “Disabled” (not recommended for jobs over 2000 pages.) If you choose “Page Count,” select the number of pages you wish to print before a MJS is performed. The recommended set amount is 1000 pages. (NOTE: MJS timing may not happen at the exact page count set.)


 

 

 

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