Photo Printer explained!

Training Video

Use this video as a quick walkthrough for the full personalisation workflow, from print preparation to final installation.

Customer

  1. Scan the QR code and open the link.
  2. Select device brand and model.
  3. Upload and position the image.
  4. Tap Save & Upload.
  5. Enter email and accept T&Cs.

The customer then receives a QR code and an 8-digit code by email.

Customer using the phone to upload and personalise an image

Making The Print

  1. Open the tray, remove the protective layer, and load paper (exposed side up).
  2. Close tray.
  3. On the sidebar menu, select Back Skin Image.
  4. Scan the customer's QR code with the side camera or enter the 8 digits.
  5. Select retrieve image.
  6. Always confirm the design with the customer before printing.
  7. The Smartshield machine will now search for the printer.
  8. When the printer name appears, select connect.
  9. Select Print to send the image to the printer.
  10. Wait for the print to complete. It passes through the printer 4 times.
Illustrations showing the Smartshield machine and printer during the print workflow

Adding The Laminate Sheet

  1. Peel away the small strip at the bottom of the laminate sheet to expose the adhesive strip.
  2. Align the sheet over the print. Tip: position the sheet on one side and gently place it onto the print.
  3. Ensure the adhesive strip is in full contact with the print.
  4. Raise the laminate layer with one hand and release the second layer.
  5. Use the squeegee to apply the laminate layer.
Applying the laminate sheet to the printed skin

Making The Cut

  1. Select Next.
  2. Insert print (portrait position, following the arrows).
  3. Select Next.
  4. Select Cut.
Printer illustration for the cutting step

Performing The Install

  1. Prepare the device by cleaning it.
  2. Remove the print cutout from the print paper.
  3. Spray the back of the phone and the back of the print.
  4. Align the print on the device and perform a wet install.
Installed printed skin shown on the back of a phone

Quick Notes

  • The print passes through the printer four times during printing.
  • Insert the print in portrait position and follow the arrows.