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MUTOH Rockhopper II Series User Manual

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Rockhopper II
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User's Guide
MUTOH EUROPE N.V.
AP-75095, Rev : 2.1, 13/07/2004

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  • Page 1 Rockhopper II Series printer User’s Guide MUTOH EUROPE N.V. AP-75095, Rev : 2.1, 13/07/2004...
  • Page 2 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide AP-75095, Rev. 2.1, 18/08/2005...

  • Page 3: Copyright Notice

    This document may not be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, without written permission of the copyright owner. This document is furnished to support the Mutoh Rockhopper II Series Printer. In consideration of the furnishing of the information contained in this document, the party to whom it is given, assumes its custody...
  • Page 4 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide AP-75095, Rev. 2.1, 18/08/2005...
  • Page 5 Print resolutions offered are 360 x 360 dpi, 720 x 360 dpi, 720 x 720 dpi, 1440 x 720 dpi and 1440 x 1440 dpi. Incorporating 8 colour channels, the Rockhopper II series printers can be set up for both 6 and 4 colour printing. For photo tone output printing, Mutoh offers a as standard 6-colour (CMYK, light cyan & light magenta) Eco-Solvent Plus ink set.
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  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Safety Instructions ........................13 1.1. Introduction..........................13 1.2. Warnings, Cautions and Notes....................13 1.3. Important safety instructions....................13 1.4. Warning labels ........................16 1.5. Operation procedure labels .....................19 1.6 Labels in function of transportation ..................20 2.
  • Page 8 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4. Preparing for a job........................45 4.1. Introduction..........................45 4.2. Connecting the power cable....................45 4.3. Connecting the foot switch .....................48 4.4. Turning the power ON/OFF....................49 4.4.1. Turning the power ON .....................49 4.4.2. Turning the power OFF....................49 4.5.
  • Page 9 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.13. Heater menu ........................84 5.4.14. Drier menu ........................85 5.4.15. Fixer menu ........................85 5.4.16. Post Fixer menu ......................86 5.4.17. HStatus menu Rockhopper II..................86 5.4.18. HStatus menu Rockhopper II 4H ...................87 5.4.19. Media feed compensation menu ..................87 5.4.20.
  • Page 10 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.62. Version menu .......................107 5.4.63. Utility menu .........................107 5.4.64. ErrorDisplay menu.......................108 5.4.65. Media detection menu....................108 5.4.66. Power on cleaning menu ....................109 5.4.67. Media width menu .......................109 5.4.68. Print and wipe menu ....................110 5.4.69. File management setup menu..................111 5.4.70.
  • Page 11 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 6. Troubleshooting .........................137 6.1. Introduction...........................137 6.2. Failures and malfunctions of the printer ................137 6.3. Error messages ........................144 6.3.1. Status messages......................144 6.3.2. Message type error display and solutions ..............145 6.3.3. Data error display and solutions..................146 6.3.4.
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  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1. INTRODUCTION This chapter explains the meaning of safety terms for personnel who operate this equipment, important safety instructions, and the positions of the warning labels. Important : • Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual when using the equipment.
  • Page 14 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Do not connect earth cables in the following areas. • Gas pipes → Doing so may cause fire or an explosion. • Earth terminals for telephone line or lightening rod → Doing so may cause a large flow of voltage if lightening occurs.
  • Page 15 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Do not use thinner, benzene, alcohol or other active agents. Doing so may result in damage or paint peeling from the casing. Be careful not to spill water inside the printer. Doing so may result in a short circuit.

  • Page 16: Warning Labels

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1.4. WARNING LABELS The handling, attachment locations, and types of warning labels are explained below. Warning labels are attached on areas which require attention. Read and understand the positions and contents thoroughly before performing your work.
  • Page 17 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Type CAUTION VORSICHT ATTENTION > Do not open the front cover or touch the media during printing.This will result in poor image quality. > If no printing is to be done for some time, remove the media and put the hold lever in the up position.
  • Page 18 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1.4.2.2. Location and types of warning labels on back part. Type CAUTION THIS UNIT HAS TWO POWER SUPPLY CORDS, WHEN WiNDING UNIT IS PROVIDED. TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DISCONNECT ALL POWER SUPPLY CORDS BEFORE SERVICING.

  • Page 19: Operation Procedure Labels

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1.5. OPERATION PROCEDURE LABELS The handling, attachment locations and types of operation procedure labels are explained below. Your printer has labels, which explain the operations that require particular care. Read and understand the locations and contents of these labels thoroughly before performing your work.

  • Page 20: Labels In Function Of Transportation

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1.6 LABELS IN FUNCTION OF TRANSPORTATION Description BEFORE powering on printer, REMOVE clamp from waste tubes: On right bottom side of machine! Remove dummy cassettes before powering on the printer. BEFORE powering on printer;...

  • Page 21: Product Overview

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 2. PRODUCT OVERVIEW 2.1. INTRODUCTION This chapter explains the features, part names, and functions of the printer. 2.2. FEATURES The features of the printer are explained below. (1) High speed output 3 models feature new print heads and achieve high speed printing.

  • Page 22: Part Names And Functions

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 2.3. PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Part names and functions are explained below. 2.3.1. Front Name Function Operation panel This panel is used to set operational conditions, the status of the printer and other functions.

  • Page 23: Back

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 2.3.2. Back Name Function AC inlet This is the inlet interface to which the power plug is connected. Interface connector This is the connector to which the interface cable is connected. Foot switch connector This is the connector to which the foot switch cable is attached.

  • Page 24: Position And Function Of The Heating Elements

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 2.3.3. Position and function of the heating elements Notes : • To verify if your printer is equipped with 2 or 4 heaters, please refer to the chapter “Appendix”. 2.3.3.1. Rockhopper II 2 heater printers...
  • Page 25 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 2.3.3.2. Rockhopper II 4 heater printers Heater element Temperature Function → Open the pores to make the media more receptive Pre-heater (Heater A) 20 – 50°C for eco-solvent plus ink. → To establish optimum fixation onto the media Fixer (Heater B) 20 –...

  • Page 26: Operation Panel

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 2.3.4. Operation panel The operation panel is used to set operational conditions, display the status of the printer, and set other functions. The names and functions of the operation keys and status lamps are explained below.
  • Page 27 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (1) LCD monitor and status lamps Name Colour Status Function LCD monitor The monitor displays the operation status and error messages of the printer. POWER lamp Green The printer is on. The printer is off.

  • Page 28: Printer Status

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 2.4. PRINTER STATUS The status of the printer is explained below. 2.4.1. Normal Indicates that the printer can draw print data when media is loaded. You can also make settings concerning printing using the operation panel.

  • Page 29: Changing The Printer Status

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 2.4.3. Changing the printer status To change the printer status, follow the steps below. (1) Changing the status from normal to the setting menu display Press either [MENU ] or [MENU ] on the operation panel when the printer is in normal status.
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  • Page 31: Setting Up The Unit

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3. SETTING UP THE UNIT 3.1. UNPACKING The unpacking procedure is described below. The product is sent to the user in 2 boxes, 1 for the main unit and the other for the stand.

  • Page 32: Unpacking Stand Packaging Box

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 4 : Remove the outer boards and take out the accessory box and the packaging box of the waste fluid tank. 1. Outer board 2. Accessory box 3. Packaging box of the waste fluid tank 3.1.2.

  • Page 33: Verification Of Packaged Items

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.2. VERIFICATION OF PACKAGED ITEMS After unpacking the packaging box, inspect if the unit is not damaged and that all necessary parts are present. Notes : • The contents of the packages may be different depending on the market where they are used.

  • Page 34: Accessories Box

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.2.2. Accessories box Power cable Cable clamp Tube clamp Screw driver Foot switch User's Guide Hexagon socket head cap screw Quick Start Manual (M6 x 30) Hexagon socket head cap screw Installation sheets...

  • Page 35: Assembly

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.3. ASSEMBLY The assembly of this product is described below. Caution : When assembling this product, always work with at least 4 people or more. 3.3.1. Assembling the stand Assemble the stand according to the following procedure.

  • Page 36: Installing The Stand

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.3.2. Installing the stand Install the stand to the main unit according to the following procedure. Step 1 : Place the stand with its feet on the floor. Step 2 : Lift up the main unit with at least four persons by holding it by the handles.

  • Page 37: Fixing The Printer Body Onto The Stand

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.3.3. Fixing the printer body onto the stand After installation of the unit onto the stand, please check if there is no gap between the printer body and the stand. When you notice that there is a gap between the printer body and the stand, please follow the instructions mentioned below to minimize this gap.

  • Page 38: Removal Of Protective Packaging Material

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.3.4. Removal of protective packaging material Protective packaging material is attached on following locations of this product. Remove all protective packaging material according to the following procedure. Step 1 : Remove tape from all parts of the product.

  • Page 39: Installing Accessories

    Removal of protective packaging material is completed. 3.3.5. Installing accessories To install accessories, such scroller receivers, take-up system, roll-off/roll-up system and waste fluid tank, please refer to the User’s Guide “Handling roll media on a Falcon II series printer and Rockhopper II series printer”. Caution : •...

  • Page 40: How To Make Your Printer Operative

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.4. HOW TO MAKE YOUR PRINTER OPERATIVE The installation Eco-Solvent Plus ink cassettes for the first time into the unit is explained below. Caution : When handling Eco-Solvent Plus ink cassettes, be careful that ink does not get in your eyes or on your skin.
  • Page 41 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1. Ink compartment 2. Ink configurations 1. Ink cassette slot 2. Cleaning cassette The display will show the following message. Ink refill rest 11 min Please note that you have to wait 1 minute if the display mention 0 minutes.
  • Page 42 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Please insert New ink [ALL] Step 7 : Insert the requested configuration of Eco Solvent Plus ink cassettes. • The ink cassette must be put in a specific slot according to the type and colour used.

  • Page 43: Installation

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.5. INSTALLATION Product installation is explained below. 3.5.1. Choosing a place for the printer Install the unit on a proper location referring to the following. Important : • Do not place the printer on a location under the following conditions. Doing so may cause the product to fall, become damaged, or cause injury.

  • Page 44: Installing The Printer

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 3.5.1.2. Required space Install the product on a flat surface that fulfills the following conditions. Notes : • Refer to “Product Specifications” of the User's Guide for the information of the product. a=1000mm b=1000mm c=2500mm d=600mm e=1250mm 3.5.2.

  • Page 45: Preparing For A Job

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4. PREPARING FOR A JOB 4.1. INTRODUCTION The procedures needed before using the printer are explained below. 4.2. CONNECTING THE POWER CABLE The connection procedure for the power cable is explained below. Important : •...
  • Page 46 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide To connect the power cable, follow the steps below. Step 1 : Make sure the printer is off. Notes : • When the operation panel is in the following condition, the power is ON. Press the key again to turn the power OFF.
  • Page 47 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 3 : Plug the cable correctly to the outlet. Important : • Do not attempt to plug in electrical plugs with wet hands. Doing so may result in electrical shock. • Be sure to use the specified voltage (AC 100V-120V/220V-240V). Otherwise, electrical shock or fire may occur.

  • Page 48: Connecting The Foot Switch

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.3. CONNECTING THE FOOT SWITCH The connection procedure for the foot switch is described below. If the pressure roller needs to be raised or lowered, it is possible to control this motion from the foot switch, instead of doing so at the operation panel.

  • Page 49: Turning The Power On/Off

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.4. TURNING THE POWER ON/OFF The method to turn the power ON or OFF is described below. Caution : • Before powering ON the unit, make sure the waste bottle is installed. 4.4.1. Turning the power ON Turn the power of the unit ON according to following procedure.

  • Page 50: Power Off

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Notes : • When the operation panel is in the following condition, the power is ON. Press the key again to turn the power OFF. The POWER lamp is lit (green). Step 3 : Following message is displayed for 3 seconds on the operation panel.

  • Page 51: Installing Eco-Solvent Plus Ink Cassettes

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.5. INSTALLING ECO-SOLVENT PLUS INK CASSETTES The installation of Eco-Solvent Plus ink cassettes for the first time into the unit is explained below. Caution : • Before powering ON the unit, make sure the waste bottle is installed.
  • Page 52 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 3 : Power ON the unit. The display will request to insert the Cleaning Cassettes. Install the 8 NEW Cleaning Cassettes (related to the requested ink configuration). 1. Ink compartment 1. Ink cassette slot 2.
  • Page 53 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 6 : After removing the Cleaning Cassettes, following messages will appear on the display. Please insert New ink [ALL] Step 7 : Insert the requested configuration of Eco-Solvent Plus ink cassettes. 1. Ink compartment Step 8 : After inserting the ink cassettes, following message will be shown.

  • Page 54: Media Handling

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.6. MEDIA HANDLING Media handling, attaching media, and setting media type are explained below. 4.6.1. Loading sheet media The procedure for loading sheet media is explained below. You can use the following sheet media with your printer.
  • Page 55 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Notes: • When raising or lowering the pressurize rollers, you can use the foot switch instead of the operation panel. 1. Foot switch Step 5 : Open the front cover. Caution : •...
  • Page 56 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1. Sheet media 2. Insertion slot Step 7 : Set the right edge of the media so that it is parallel with the media setting position. Notes : • The media set position is a guideline for setting up the media.

  • Page 57: Loading Roll Media

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1. Front cover Step 10 : The media initial menu is displayed on the operation panel. Notes : • To change the media type, follow the directions in "Setting media type". * PaperInitialMenu * Roll ←...
  • Page 58 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Notes : • Refer to following sections to load media : Loading media Step 2 : Press one of the following keys on the operation panel, and select the current media type. When alternating roll/sheet media selection: [F2]...

  • Page 59: Testprinting

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.7. TESTPRINTING Follow the steps below to do a test print and confirm if your printer operates correctly. Step 1 : Turn the power of the unit ON, and load the media. Step 2 : Make sure that your printer is in normal status.

  • Page 60: Setup List

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.7.1. Setup List Use this function to check the current status of the printer. Notes : • Please attach the SetupPrint data on this page. Notes : • For printing, refer to the following.

  • Page 61: Nozzlecheck

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.7.2. NozzleCheck Use this function to check if there is any clogging of nozzles, missing dots or faint printing. Notes : • If printing quality declines, or if missing dots are evident after the NozzleCheck, the print heads need to be cleaned.

  • Page 62: Colour Palette

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 4 : Press either the [F2] key or [F4] key to select the number of the line you choose in the previous step. * HeadA (Uni-D) * + ← F2 1 ~ 7 4 - ←...

  • Page 63: Maintenance Record

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.7.5. Maintenance record Use this function to check the life cycles of the printer parts. Notes : • A part's life cycle is shown by the amount of the * mark. When a part's life cycle comes to an end, the * mark reduces.

  • Page 64: Connecting The Printer To Your Pc

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.8. CONNECTING THE PRINTER TO YOUR PC How to connect the printer to your PC. 4.8.1. System requirements To use your printer with the driver, you need a PC that fulfills the following system requirements.

  • Page 65: Connecting The Centronics Interface

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.8.3. Connecting the Centronics interface The procedure for connecting the Centronics interface is explained below. To connect the printer to your computer, follow the steps below. Step 1 : Turn off the printer and your computer.

  • Page 66: Connecting The Network Interface

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 4.8.4. Connecting the network interface The procedure for connecting the network interface is explained below. To connect the printer to the network environment, follow the steps below. Caution : • Follow the instructions below when connecting the network interface cable.

  • Page 67: Handling The Printer

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5. HANDLING THE PRINTER 5.1. INTRODUCTION This chapter explains how to handle your printer. 5.2. DRAWING FLOW The following flow chart illustrates the procedure for drawing with the printer. Refer to each item as necessary.

  • Page 68: Using Media

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.3. USING MEDIA This section describes details on available media for the printer. 5.3.1. Media type The type and quality of the media affect the results of drawing enormously. Refer to the description below and use the appropriate media for your purpose.

  • Page 69: Precaution On Storing Media

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.3.3. Precaution on storing media When storing media, pay attention to the following. Notes : • Do not store media in high temperature, high humidity, or direct sunlight. • Store sheet media in the original bag after unpacking.

  • Page 70: Media Feed Compensation

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.3.5. Media feed compensation Depending on the thickness of media, the media feed amount will change. Printing results may show following symptoms: Overlapped printing images White lines on printing image, etc For above cases, adjust media feed compensation value with following procedures.
  • Page 71 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 4 : When printing by media feed compensation has been finished, press the [CANCEL] key on the operation panel. The following messages are displayed on the operation panel. * Dist. Adj * Change ←...

  • Page 72: Details About Rockhopper Ii Media

    Together with your Rockhopper II series printer, you will receive a sample roll of one of the Mutoh Eco- Solvent Plus media and a CD-ROM containing pre-ripped data, allowing you to test the Eco-Solvent Plus media.

  • Page 73: Menu Setup On The Operation Panel

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4. MENU SETUP ON THE OPERATION PANEL This section describes how to make the Menu settings on the operation panel, and setup items. Follow the steps below to make the Menu settings. Step 1 : Make sure that the operation panel is normal.

  • Page 74: Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.1. Setup menu This section describes each setup menu of the printer. * SetupMenu * F1 → Ink Status OriginSet ← F2 F3 → TestPrint MediaSet ← F4 (1/7) * SetupMenu * F1 → PrintMode Command ←...
  • Page 75 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Setup items Parameters Description Setup menu (1/7) Ink status Displays the information (ink status) for each ink cassette installed in the ink cassette slot. Refer to ‘Ink status menu’ Origin setting Sets the printing start position (origin) for printing data.

  • Page 76: Ink Status Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.2. Ink status menu Displays the information (ink status) for each ink cassette installed in the ink cassette slot. * InkStatus * K : + 100 C: +100 W : X 100 W : X 100 Y : + 100...

  • Page 77: Origin Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.3. Origin setup menu Sets the printing start position (origin) for printing data. Set this when you want to re-print to blank area of the printed media by changing the layout of the printing data.

  • Page 78: Test Print Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.4. Test print menu Perform Test print. * TestPrint * F1 → Setup NozzleCheck ← F2 F3 → Adj. Uni-D Adj. Bi-D ← F4 (1/2) * TestPrint * F1 → Palette Maintenance ← F2...

  • Page 79: Media Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.5. Media setup menu Perform various settings for media. * MediaSet * F1 → Media CutSize ← F2 F3 → TopFeed MediaCut ← F4 (1/1) Setup items Parameters Description Media setting Type Sets the media type used for test printing.

  • Page 80: User Media Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.7. User media menu Makes various settings on user defined media. In the User media menu, for each setup value of following printing operation, eight settings of "user media 1- 8" can be set.
  • Page 81 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.7.2. User media menu Rockhopper II 4H * User 1 * F1 → ThinOut InkDryTime ← F2 F3 → HeadHeight Stiff ← F4 (1/3) * User 1 * F1 → Thick Heater ← F2 F3 →...

  • Page 82: Thin Out: Ink Amount Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.8. Thin Out: Ink amount menu Sets the amount of ink discharged while printing, according to the media type. * ThinOut * + ← F2 50% - 100% 100% - ← F4 → ENTER...

  • Page 83: Head Height Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.10. Head Height menu Sets the distance (head height) between the print head and the media. Head height can be changed to three levels according to media thickness. * HeadHeight * F1 → Low Middle ←...

  • Page 84: Thickness Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.12. Thickness menu Sets the media thickness. * Thick * 50 µm – 1500 µm + ← F2 100 µm - ← F4 → ENTER F2, F4 Parameters Description Setup items Thickness 50µm-<100µm>-1500µm Change media thickness by operating the following keys.

  • Page 85: Drier Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.14. Drier menu Set the temperature of the Drier. * Drier (D) * + ← F2 OFF – 50°C 50°C - ← F4 → ENTER F2, F4 Use the [F2] or [F4] key to select the requested temperature for the Drier.

  • Page 86: Post Fixer Menu

    Use the [F2] or [F4] key to select the requested temperature for the Post Fixer. 5.4.17. HStatus menu Rockhopper II Check the temperature of the heating elements. Notes : Please note that this heating element is only available onto the Rockhopper II series printer. * HStatus * A: 27...

  • Page 87: Hstatus Menu Rockhopper Ii 4H

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.18. HStatus menu Rockhopper II 4H Check the temperature of the heating elements. Notes : Please note that this heating element is only available onto the Rockhopper II 4H series printer. * HStatus *...

  • Page 88: Change Media Feed Compensation Value Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Print2 Performs printing by media feed compensation (for fine adjustment). A correction pattern with a width of ± 0.02% (in steps of 0.01%) is printed around the center of the correction value currently set.

  • Page 89: Cut Size Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.22. Cut size menu When setting sheet media in the tray, set the method for detecting the size of the media. * CutSize * F1 → Auto Length ← F2 F3 → Width Current parameter →...

  • Page 90: Media Cut Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.24. Media cut menu Set media cut method after printing. * MediaCut * F1 → Off Auto ← F2 F3 → Manual Current Parameter → - Auto - (1/1) Parameters Description Setup items...

  • Page 91: Printing Mode Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.26. Printing mode menu To perform various settings for Printing mode. * PrintMode * F1 → PrnMode1 PrnMode2 ← F2 F3 → PrnMode3 PrnMode4 ← F4 (1/1) Parameters Description Setup items Print mode setup...

  • Page 92: Colour Mode Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.28. Colour mode menu To check the current ink cassette colour mode. [CANCEL] key: to shift to the previous hierarchy menu. Please find below an example. * ColorMode * 6 Col. LcLm - 6 Col. LcLm - (1/1) 5.4.29.

  • Page 93: Interlace Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.30. InterLace Setup menu To set the over printing method (interlace method) for printing. * Interlace * F1 → 1pass 1passFew ← F2 F3 → 2pass 4pass ← F4 Current parameter → - 1pass -...

  • Page 94: Repeat Times Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.33. Repeat times menu To set the number of repeats per line of printing. * Count * + ← F2 1 cnt – 99 cnt 1 cnt - ← F4 → ENTER F2, F4...

  • Page 95: Command Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.36. Command setup menu To perform various settings for printer commands. * Command * F1 → Command Step ← F2 F3 → Position Terminator ← F4 (1/2) * Command * F1 → Resolu.

  • Page 96: Command Select Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.37. Command select menu To make the settings for the conditions of printer commands sent from the computer to the printer. * Command * F1 → ML – GL. GL2 ML – GL2 ← F2 F3 →...

  • Page 97: Terminator Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.40. Terminator menu To set the functions for when printing is complete for printer commands included in printing data. * Terminator * F1 → Normal Special ← F2 Current parameter → - Normal -...

  • Page 98: Online Time Out Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.42. Online time out menu To set time from the moment of receiving termination of printing data sent by computer to the recognition of end of printing data. * OnlineTimer * + ← F2 OFF –...

  • Page 99: Halftone Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.44. Halftone menu When creating prints of MH-GL/GL2 (vector) data and RTL-PASS (raster) data that has not been converted into binary, to set the gradation sequence representation method. * Halftone. * F1 → Speed Quality ←...

  • Page 100: Layout Method Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.46. Layout method menu To set the layout method for printing data. * Direct... * F1 → Command MAX-MIN ← F2 Current parameter → - Command - (1/1) Setup items Parameters Description Layout method <Command>...

  • Page 101: Function Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.49. Function setup menu To perform various settings for processing of printing data. * Function * F1 → CMY→K Scale ← F2 F3 → Mirror (1/1) Setup items Parameters Description Function setup CMY K Makes settings for printing method to present black.

  • Page 102: Scale Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.51. Scale menu To set the enlargement and reduction ratios for printing data. * Scale * + ← F2 25% - 400% 100% - ← F4 → ENTER F2, F4 Parameters Description Setup items Scale 25% - <100%>...

  • Page 103: Roll Media Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.53. Roll Media setup menu To perform various settings for roll media. * RollSetup * F1 → Disable Roll1 ← F2 F3 → Roll2 Roll3 ← F4 (1/1) Setup items Parameters Description Roll media setup Disable Set this when roll media setup is not used.

  • Page 104: Network Setting Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.56. Network setting menu To make the settings for the network interface. Notes : • The Network Settings menu is displayed if the network interface board has been installed. • Be sure to consult the network administrator before making the settings in the Network Settings menu.

  • Page 105: Ip Address Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.57. IP address menu To set the IP address of the product. * IPAddress * F1 → ← + ← F2 000.000.000.000 F3 → → - ← F4 (1/1) Setup items Parameters Description IP address <000.000.000.000>-...

  • Page 106: Gateway Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.59. Gateway menu The product sets the IP address of the connected gateway. * Gateway * F1 → ← + ← F2 000.000.000.000 F3 → → - ← F4 (1/1) Setup items Parameters...

  • Page 107: Version Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.62. Version menu The following software versions of the network interface board can be checked. • Main version: software version (Main version) • Sub version: boot version * Version * Current parameter→ Main Ver. 1.00 a Current parameter →...

  • Page 108: Errordisplay Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.64. ErrorDisplay menu To set display method to the operation panel when minor error occurred. * ErrorDisp. * F1 → OFF ON ← F2 Current parameter → - OFF - (1/1) Setup items...

  • Page 109: Power On Cleaning Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.66. Power on cleaning menu When cleaning should be performed automatically with the power is turned on. * OnCleaning * F1 → OFF ON ← F2 Current parameter → - OFF - (1/1)

  • Page 110: Print And Wipe Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.68. Print and wipe menu To take care of possible condensation on the head nozzle plate, it is possible to wipe while printing. *Prn + Wipe* OFF – Low OFF - → ENTER...

  • Page 111: File Management Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.69. File management setup menu Makes various settings for the processing method of the printing data sent from computer to the installed hard disk in the printer. Notes : • The items on the File Management menu are displayed if a hard disk has been installed.

  • Page 112: Write Mode Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.70. Write mode menu To set writing method of printing data to the hard disk and printing method. Notes : • Write mode menu has been displayed if a hard disk has been installed on the product.

  • Page 113: Re-Print Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.71. Re-print menu Set following items when you want to draw printing data saved in the hard disk. • File name • Printing media number Notes : • Re-print menu is displayed if a hard disk has been installed on the product.

  • Page 114: File Delete Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.72. File delete menu Set this when you delete printing data saved on the hard disk. Notes : • File delete menu is displayed if a hard disk has been installed. • If you delete a file by the File delete menu, you cannot retrieve that file again.

  • Page 115: Format Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Setup items Parameters Description Rename File name To select to-be-changed file name by operating the following keys. • [F1] key: Selects file name with back feed way. • [F3] key: Selects file name with forward feed way.

  • Page 116: Initialize Setup Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Parameters Description Setup items Format Format is not performed. • [CANCEL] key: Cancels setup value, shifts to the previous hierarchy menu. Refer to ‘File management setup menu’ To perform formatting. * Format *...

  • Page 117: All Initialize Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Parameters Description Setup items Initialize (1/3) Returns all parameters to the factory setting. Refer to ‘All Initialize menu’ MediaSet Returns parameters in the media setup menu to the factory setting. Refer to ‘Media setup Initialize menu’...

  • Page 118: Media Setup Initialize Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.77. Media setup Initialize menu Setup values of Media setup menu are set to the factory default settings. * MediaSet * F1 → No OK ← F2 Current parameter → - No -...

  • Page 119: Layout Setup Initialize Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.80. Layout Setup Initialize menu Setup values of Layout Setup menu are set to the factory default settings. * Layout * F1 → No OK ← F2 Current parameter → - No -...

  • Page 120: Centronics Initialize Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.83. Centronics Initialize menu Setup values of Centronics menu are set to the factory default settings. * Centro. * F1 → No OK ← F2 Current parameter → - No - (1/1) Setup items...

  • Page 121: File Management Initialize Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.86. File management Initialize menu Setup values of File management menu are set to the factory default settings. * FileMng. * F1 → No OK ← F2 Current parameter → - No -...

  • Page 122: Ink Manager Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.89. Ink Manager menu To perform a ‘Head Wash’, “Ink load’ or ‘Ink Change’. * Ink Manager * F1 → HeadWash F3 → InkLoad InkChange ← F4 (1/1) Setup items Parameters Description Ink Manager Head Wash To perform a head cleaning.

  • Page 123: Ink Load Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.91. Ink Load menu To load ink. * InkLoad * F1 → Start Stop ← F2 (1/1) Parameters Description Setup items Ink Load Start Starts the ink load process of 8 minutes. Stop Stops the ink load process.

  • Page 124: Cutter Change Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.93. Cutter change menu Makes the setting to replace the cutting blade. Notes: • Refer to "Replacing the cutting blade" for details regarding the procedure for manually changing the cutting blade * CutterChg. * F1 →...

  • Page 125: Tank Change Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.4.95. Tank change menu To change the waste fluid tank. Set when changing the waste fluid tank. Notes : • Refer to "Replacing the waste liquid tank" for details regarding the procedure for changing the waste fluid tank.

  • Page 126: Version Check Menu

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Notes : • The number of the heads refer to the numbers above a nozzle check. If you select Head 1-2, the head moves away from the capping station and the pump motors start turning counter clockwise.

  • Page 127: Operating From The Operation Panel

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.5. OPERATING FROM THE OPERATION PANEL This section describes functions operated on the operational panel when the printer is in the normal status. Notes : • For information of the name and function of each key, refer to "Operation panel".
  • Page 128 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.5.1.1. Change the rear heater temperature To change the temperature of the rear heaters, press the [F1] key on the operation panel. The display will mention the following: * Heater (A) * ← F2 OFF –...

  • Page 129: Controlling The Heater Elements On The Rockhopper Ii 4H Printer

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.5.2. Controlling the heater elements on the Rockhopper II 4H printer If you want to change or check the heater elements, follow the steps below. Step 1 : Press the [F1] key on the operation panel.
  • Page 130 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.5.2.1. Change the heater temperature To change the temperature of the heater, press the [F1] key on the operation panel. The display will mention the following: * Heater (A) * ← F2 OFF – 50°C ←...
  • Page 131 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.5.2.4. Change the dryer temperature To change the temperature of the dryers, press the [F4] key on the operation panel. The display will mention the following: * Drier (D) * ← F2 OFF – 50°C ←...

  • Page 132: Feeding Media

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.5.3. Feeding media When you want to feed media forward or backward, follow the steps below: Step 1 : Verify the following regarding the condition of the printer. It is not currently printing...

  • Page 133: Print Mode Check

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Notes : • You can also switch the up and down movement of the pressure rollers using the foot switch instead of the operation panel. 1. Foot switch 5.5.5. Print mode check Use the following procedure to check the print mode currently set.

  • Page 134: Operations After Printing

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 5.6. OPERATIONS AFTER PRINTING The operations performed after printing, are described here. Caution : • When using the media retainers, do not use the cut function. 5.6.1. Cutting media The media cutting procedure is described below.

  • Page 135: Media Cutting Procedure

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 4 : Press the [F1] key on the operation panel. Media Cut? ENTER or CANCEL The media is cut at its position when the [ENTER] key has been pressed. Notes : • If the front edge of the roll media is not straight when you load new roll media, you should cut its edge.
  • Page 136 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 4 : Press the [F1] key on the operation panel. The following messages are displayed on the operation panel. *Cut & Feed* Media Cut? ENTER or CANCEL Step 5 : Cut the roll media.

  • Page 137: Troubleshooting

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 6. TROUBLESHOOTING 6.1. INTRODUCTION This chapter explains troubles that may occur when using the printer and how to solve them. If you encounter an error not described in this chapter, refer to "Error messages" and contact your local MUTOH dealer.
  • Page 138 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (3) The printer does not work after data has been sent from a computer. Possible cause Solutions Reference You did not connect the interface Connect the interface Refer to ‘Connecting the cable. cables.
  • Page 139 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (6) Printing position is not correct (some positions are not printed.) Possible cause Solutions References The loading position of the media Load the media correctly. Refer to ‘Loading media’ is not correct. You used the scale or mirror Turn off the scale or Refer to ‘Menu setup on the...
  • Page 140 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (9) You cannot perform initial ink charging. Possible cause Solutions References The front cover is open or the hold Close the front cover and Refer to ‘Media handling’ lever is up. lower the hold lever.
  • Page 141 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (12) Media is damaged during media Initial. Notes : Remove the jammed or damaged media. Possible cause Solutions References You did not use recommended Use recommended media. Refer to ‘Media type’ media. The loading position of the media Load the media correctly.
  • Page 142 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (15) Media is crooked while printing. Possible cause Solutions References You did not use recommended Use recommended media. Refer to ‘Media type’ media. The loading position of the media Load the media correctly.
  • Page 143 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (19) Lines are missing. Possible cause Solutions References The validity date of the ink cassette Use a new ink cassette. Refer to ‘Replacing ink cassettes’ has been expired. You did not use recommended Use recommended media.

  • Page 144: Error Messages

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 6.3. ERROR MESSAGES This chapter explains the messages displayed on the operation panel both when the printer works normally and when an error occurs, and possible solutions. 6.3.1. Status messages The following are the status messages while the printer works normally.

  • Page 145: Message Type Error Display And Solutions

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 6.3.2. Message type error display and solutions The following are the message type error display and solutions. The following message type errors are displayed when an error occurs while operating the printer. When one of the following message type error displays appear, the printer may stop operation.

  • Page 146: Data Error Display And Solutions

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (3) Other error messages The following error message is displayed on the forth line of the operation panel InkStatus No ink [1 2 3 ] Display Descriptions Solutions References Ink Status Ink cassette(s) is (are) empty.

  • Page 147: Command Error Display And Solutions

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 6.3.4. Command error display and solutions Following are command error descriptions and possible solutions during printer operations. Command errors are displayed when an error has occurred while converting the command data sent from computer to printer.
  • Page 148 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Message Descriptions Solutions References E System error*** An error which cannot 1. If foreign materials such Refer to ‘When be solved promptly has as a piece of media or media jams occur ‘...

  • Page 149: When Media Jams Occur

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 6.4. WHEN MEDIA JAMS OCCUR If the loaded media gets jammed in the printer, follow the steps below to remove the media. 6.4.1. How to remove a piece of media (cut media) Step 1 : Press [F4] to raise the pressure rollers.
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  • Page 151: Daily Maintenance

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7. DAILY MAINTENANCE 7.1. INTRODUCTION This chapter explains daily maintenance of the printer. 7.2. REPLACING CONSUMABLES This section explains when to replace ink cassettes, roll media, or the cutting blade and the procedures for replacement.
  • Page 152 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (2) Types Notes : • For detailed information on ink cassettes, refer to the following. Price List • The printer is designed for use with Eco-Solvent Plus ink cassettes. If you do not genuine products, printouts may become faint and the printer will not be able to detect the end of ink.
  • Page 153 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 2 : Open the ink compartment cover. Caution : • Be sure not to pinch your fingers while opening and closing the ink compartment cover. 1. Ink Compartment Step 3 : Remove the ink cassette from the ink cassette slot.
  • Page 154 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 5 : Install the ink cassette following the steps in "Installing ink cassettes". Step 6 : Close the cover of the ink compartment. 1. Ink Compartment Step 7 : Make sure that the display on the operation panel returns to normal status.

  • Page 155: Replacing The Cutting Blade

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.2.2. Replacing the cutting blade Read following information on when and how to replace the cutting blade. (1) Replacement time Replace the cutting blade under the following conditions. a. Media cannot be cut cleanly The message "media Cut Error"...
  • Page 156 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 4 : Open the front cover. 1. Front cover Notes : • Replace the cutting blade as quickly as possible. If you leave the carriage at the cutting blade replacement position, the head may be clogged with ink.
  • Page 157 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Notes : • Dispose the used cutting blade; put it in a plastic bag in accordance with local regulations or laws. 1. Cutting blade Step 7 : Insert the new cutter into the media cutting blade holder as shown below.
  • Page 158 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1. Cutting blade holder lever 2. Cutting blade holder Step 9 : Close the front cover. 1. Front cover Step 10 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel. The carriage returns to its original position and returns to menu 6/7.

  • Page 159: Replacing The Waste Liquid Tank

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.2.3. Replacing the waste liquid tank Read following information on when and how to replace the waste liquid tank. (1) Replacement Time Replace the waste liquid tank under the following conditions. a. When the waste liquid tank is nearly full.
  • Page 160 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 4 : Remove the waste liquid tank from the tank tray of the stand. Notes : • Put the used waste liquid tank in a plastic bag and follow the local regulations when disposing.

  • Page 161: Cleaning

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.3. CLEANING You need to clean the printer periodically to keep it in best working condition. Warning: • Do not insert or drop metal or inflammable objects into openings, such as ventilation outlets. Doing so may result in electrical shock and fire.

  • Page 162: Cleaning The Inside Of The Printer

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.3.2. Cleaning the inside of the printer (1) Cleaning frequency Clean once a month. (2) Cleaning procedure The following are instructions for cleaning the inside of the printer. Follow the steps below. Step 1 : Open the front cover.

  • Page 163: Head Cleaning

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.3.3. Head cleaning If printouts become faint or partially missed, perform head cleaning to clean the surface of the head and the nozzles. Follow the steps below to perform head cleaning. Notes : •...
  • Page 164 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 7 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel to start the head cleaning. Notes : • If the [Cancel] key has been pressed instead of the [ENTER] key after changing the parameters, the printer returns to the normal status without performing a head cleaning.

  • Page 165: Cleaning The Cleaning Wiper

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.3.4. Cleaning the cleaning wiper Following are instructions for cleaning the cleaning wiper. Follow the steps below to clean the cleaning wiper. Step 1 : Replace an ink cassette. Notes : • For instructions on replacing an ink cassette, refer to "Replacing ink cassettes".
  • Page 166 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 5 : Remove two screws on the carriage cover. 1. Carriage cover 2. Screw Step 6 : Open the front cover. Caution : • Be sure not to pinch your fingers while opening and closing the front cover.
  • Page 167 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Caution : • Do not touch the cleaning wiper or the head cap unit while cleaning the cleaning wiper. Doing so may result in poor head cleaning because of oil on your hands.

  • Page 168: Changing Ink Types

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.4. CHANGING INK TYPES This chapter explains the procedures to change ink types. Follow the procedures below to change the ink types for printing. Caution : • Insure that the ink does not get in your eyes or touches your skin when handling the ink cassette.
  • Page 169 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Step 2 : Follow "Menu setup on the operation panel" and display the Ink Manager menu. * Ink Manager * HeadWash InkChange ← F4 InkLoad (1/1) Step 3 : Press the [F4] key to select ‘Ink Change’.

  • Page 170: Transfer And Transportation

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.5. TRANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION This section explains transferring and transporting the printer. 7.5.1. Transferring the printer Following are instructions for transferring the printer. Caution : • Keep the printer horizontally during transfer. •...

  • Page 171: Transporting The Printer

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide (2) After the transfer Follow the steps below to prepare the printer to be used after the transfer. Step 1 : Make sure that you place the printer on an adequate place. Step 2 : Lock the casters after transferring the printer.

  • Page 172: Periodical Services

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.6. PERIODICAL SERVICES This section describes the periodical services required for this machine. The periodical services ensure stable printout quality of the machine. In the periodical services, some service parts may be checked, cleaned, or replaced.
  • Page 173 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Month N° Notes : All cleaning in “Ink areas” must be done with Mutoh water based cleaning solution. Above maintenance cycle is based on use: 8 hours / day, 5 days / week, 44 weeks / year.

  • Page 174: End-User Service

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.7 END-USER SERVICE 7.7.1 Replacing the wipers and wiper arm 7.7.1.1. Installing the new wipers in the wiper arm. Please follow the procedure mentioned below. Step 1 : Click the new wipers in the new wiper arm in the positions and manner shown in the pictures below.
  • Page 175 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.7.1.2. Installing the wiper arm Step 1 : Power ON the printer and go to the “WiperClean-Menu”. This will cause the unlocking of the carriage. * WiperClean * Changed wiper? → ENTER Step 2 : Slide the carriage to the left side of the machine so you can remove the four screws of the wiper assembly.
  • Page 176 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Notes : When removing the wiper assembly, be careful not to break the sensor positioned below the wiper assembly. 1 = sensor Step 4 : Remove the wiper arm and re-install the new one.

  • Page 177: Replacing The Absorbents

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 7.7.2 Replacing the absorbents To replace the absorbents, please follow the instructions mentioned below. Step 1 : Power ON the printer and go to the “WiperClean-Menu”. This will cause the unlocking of the carriage.
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  • Page 179: Appendix

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 8. APPENDIX 8.1. INTRODUCTION This section explains the specifications and installation procedures for optional parts. 8.2. 2 OR 4 HEATER To verify if your printer is equipped with 2 or 4 heaters, please refer to the photo’s mentioned below.

  • Page 180: Product Specifications

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 8.3. PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS Printers 50”- model 64”- model 87”- model Technology Drop-on-demand Micro Piezo Inkjet Technology. Variable drop mass output between 5.4 ng and 41.5 ng Media Thickness Compensation Automatic media thickness compensation.
  • Page 181 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide Printers 50”- model 64”- model 87”- model Power Consumption 1100 VA 1300 VA 1400 VA 80 VA in stand-by 80 VA in stand-by 100 VA in stand-by mode mode mode External Dimensions in mm (W x D x H)

  • Page 182: Interface Specifications

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 8.4. INTERFACE SPECIFICATIONS This section explains the specifications for the interfaces supported by this product. 8.4.1 Centronics Bidirection Parallel Interface:IEEE1284 Specifications (1) Interface Specifications Item Specifications Transmission modes Compatible , Nibble , ECP Mode...

  • Page 183: Network Interface Specifications

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 8.4.2. Network Interface Specifications Item Specifications NetWork Type Ethernet IEEE802.3 NetWork I/F 10 Base-T,100 Base-TX(automatic switching) (RJ-45 connector, twisted pair cable, ycategory 5) Protocol TCP/IP • Mode • • socket • Functions Automatic protocol recognition •...

  • Page 184: Installation Of Other Parts

    Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 8.5. INSTALLATION OF OTHER PARTS When installing parts purchased with your printer, refer to the procedures below. Caution : • Before installation, always perform the following. • Power OFF the power source. •...
  • Page 185 Rockhopper II series printers – User’s Guide 1. Screws 2. Expansion memory cover Step 3 : Push the tab on the right side of the memory expansion slot on the board to remove the memory from the board. 1. Memory 2.
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