Page 1: User Manual
Océ User manual Arizona 250 GT User Manual Revision D...
Page 2 Océ-Technologies B.V. Copyright  2007, Océ All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced, copied, adapted, or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from Océ. Océ makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifically disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Interlock Safety System ........29 Arizona 250 GT Safety Labels ....... . . 31 Safety Awareness .
Page 4 Arizona 250 GT Ink ........
Page 5 Table of Contents Roll Media Option Maintenance....... 167 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan ......167 Appendix A Application Information .
Page 6 Table of Contents...
Page 7: Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction...
Page 8: Preface
Italian Japanese Océ DGS on the Internet For further information on documentation and support for your Arizona 250 GT or for information on other Océ Display Graphics Systems products, please visit our web site: http://www.dgs.oce.com To provide feedback and report errors in this document: DGSTechnical.Writer@oce.com...
Page 9 Avoid looking directly at UV lamps. Caution: Warning for Seated Individuals: The UV Emissions and Blue Light Emissions profile of the Arizona 250 GT is at its worst for individuals in a seated position (Table Height of 90cm). Remove all chairs within 5 metres (16 feet) of the printer.
Page 10 Responsibilities of the Operator The operator of the Arizona 250 GT must be properly trained. Océ provides training for the operator in the use of the printer hardware and software at the time of installation.
Page 11 Preface Statement of Foreseen Use The Arizona 250 GT flatbed inkjet printer uses piezo printing technology and UV curable inks to produce outdoor-durable output. It can print directly onto rigid and flexible substrates up to 2.5 m (98.4") x 1.25 (49.2") and up to 48 mm (1.89") thickness.
Page 12: Product Compliance
Product Compliance Product Compliance Introduction This section details the compliance and agency standards that the Arizona 250 GT conforms to. It also provides manufacturing and contact information. Electromagnetic Compliance (EMC) FCC Statement for Class A Device: This equipment generates, uses and radiates radio frequency energy and if not installed and used as designed or intended, may cause interference to radio communications.
Page 13 Product Compliance Agency Compliance and Standards The Arizona 250 GT complies to the following Agencies and Standards: Note: Third Party confirmation of all declared will be obtained. Safety Berufsgenossenschaft GS Mark and BG-Prufzert - Mechanical and Electrical Safety Printing Equipment: EN1010...
Page 14 13231 Delf Place - Building #501 Richmond, British Columbia Canada V6V 2C3 http://www.dgs.oce.com/ Telephone (604) 273-7730 - Fax (604) 273-2775 Representatives Marketing the Arizona 250 GT in Europe: Océ Technologies B.V. St. Urbanusweg 43, Venlo, The Netherlands P.O. Box 101, 5900 MA Venlo...
Page 15 Product Compliance Part Lead Mercury Cadmiu Hexavale Polybro Polybro Name (pb) (Hg) m (Cd) miated minated (CrVI) biphenyl dipenylet s (PBB) (PBDE) Linear Encoder Readheads Printheads X...
Page 16 Product Compliance Chapter 1 Introduction...
Page 17: Chapter 2 Product Overview
Chapter 2 Product Overview...
Page 18: Arizona 250 Gt Printer Specifications
Arizona 250 GT Printer Specifications Introduction The Arizona 250 GT is a 4 color (CMYK) UV flatbed inkjet printer capable of producing large format images on various rigid and flexible media. The printer consists of a large vacuum table and moving gantry. The material is held flat and stationary on the vacuum table during printing.
Page 19 Image Processing ONYX ProductionHouse Océ Edition version 7 or  Software greater (ONYX PosterShop available but not recommended). The driver for the Arizona 250 GT is included in the ProductionHouse Océ edition, but is not in the PosterShop Océ edition.
Page 20 Océ VariaDot Variable Droplet Imaging Technology The Océ Arizona 250 GT offers superior print quality and ink economy through the use of Océ VariaDot imaging technology, the next evolution in piezoelectric inkjet technology that enables a print head to produce droplets of varying volume. This differs from the current piezoelectric print head technology that is restricted to the use of fixed droplets.
Page 21: Chapter 3 Safety Information
Chapter 3 Safety Information...
Page 22: Safety Guidelines For Ink Materials
This section outlines the safety concerns involved with the handling and use of the UV ink and Flush for the Arizona 250 GT printer. Read all of the material in this section and also review the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents before handling any UV ink or using the printer.
Page 23 Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials [3] Immediate (Acute) Health Effects by Route of Exposure Exposure Effect: Inhalation: Can cause severe respiratory irritation, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, nausea, headache and possible unconsciousness. Skin Can cause severe irritation, defatting, and dermatitis. Irritation Contact: effects may last for hours or days but will not likely result in permanent damage.
Page 24 Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials [5] First-aid Measures (2 – 2) Exposure Remedy Skin Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing, launder Contact immediately, and discard contaminated leather goods. Get medical attention immediately. Ingestion Severely irritating. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.
Page 25 Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials [6] Accidental Release Measures - Dealing With Spilled Ink Personal Exposure to the spilled material may be severely irritating or toxic. Precautions Follow personal protective equipment recommendations found in Section VIII of this MSDS. Personal protective equipment needs Equipment must be evaluated based on information provided on the MSDS sheet and the special circumstances created by the spill including;...
Page 26 Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials [9] Personal Protection (2 – 2) Area Strategy Skin Avoid skin contact by wearing chemically resistant gloves, an apron Protection and other protective equipment depending upon conditions of use. Inspect gloves for chemical break-through and replace at regular intervals.
Page 27: Uv Curing System Safety
The UV Curing System on the Arizona 250 GT generates hazardous levels of thermal, electrical and UV energies. The Arizona 250 GT printer uses UV-curable ink that needs a high energy level of UV light to cure. The system is made up of two medium pressure mercury arc lamps attached to the carriage.
Page 28 UV Curing System Safety Caution: UltraViolet Light Radiation Hazards Emission: Effective UV-irradiance Emission Category of Arizona 250 GT According to 7.1 of EN12198-1:2000 ( Category 2 ) - Special restrictions and protective measures are essential - These include the use of Eye and Dermal (skin) Protection.
Page 29: Interlock Safety System
Safety Monitoring Relay input circuits. This causes the system to isolate the power to the motion control motors, and also turns off the Arizona 250 GT curing system (UV lamps). The Maintenance Station and the Safety Gate on the carriage also have an interlock function.
Page 30 Interlock Safety System Safety Guard Interlock Function: The Safety Guard is an aluminum fence around the perimeter of the carriage. Motion Motors disabled when it is not properly seated include the Gantry Drive and Carriage Drive. Also UV Lamps switch Off (Not UV Cooling Fans), and Z-Axis drive initializes (Carriage drives to Top Position and Holds there).
Page 31: Arizona 250 Gt Safety Labels
Arizona 250 GT Safety Labels Arizona 250 GT Safety Labels Introduction The safety labels are placed at strategic locations on the printer to warn the operator of possible dangers and hazards. It is important to be aware of the meaning of these labels to ensure safe operation of the printer.
Page 32 Arizona 250 GT Safety Labels [11] Safety Labels (2 – 2) Description Label Warning: Electric Shock Hazard Located on the door to the electronics enclosure, the UV lamp power supply cover, the carriage cover, and the vacuum pump enclosure. This area can only be accessed by a trained service technician.
Page 33: Safety Awareness
This section contains two sets of principles that must be followed to assure maximum safety when operating the Arizona 250 GT printer. The first set uses negative examples to show you residual risks to avoid in order to prevent injury to the operator.
Page 34 Safety Awareness Situations and Actions to Avoid [12] [12] How NOT to use the printer (1 – 3) Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety [11] Do not place your hand in the carriage pathway when printer power is on. Do not leave any objects on the table printing surface,...
Page 35 Safety Awareness [12] How NOT to use the printer (2 – 3) Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety [13] Do not push or force the gantry to move manually if it is already in motion. If you do move the gantry, a Motion Error message will display and you will...
Page 36 [16] UV Lamp Hazard Residual Safety Risks The Arizona 250 GT is engineered to minimize machine components and operating procedures that may compromise operator safety. However, in order to maintain some machine operations and functionality, certain compromises are required. The following table documents some of these residual hazards.
Page 37 Safety Awareness [13] [13] Arizona 250 GT Residual Risks (1 – 6) Risk Area Crushing/Shear Hazard [17] A high risk crushing hazard is created by the movement of the carriage and gantry supports. Keep hands away from this area unless the printer power is off.
Page 38 Safety Awareness [13] Arizona 250 GT Residual Risks (2 – 6) Risk Area Crushing/Shear Hazard [19] A high risk crushing/pinch hazard is created by the table and the carriage. [19] Table/Carriage Pinch Hazard [20] A high risk crushing/pinch hazard is created by...
Page 39 Safety Awareness [13] Arizona 250 GT Residual Risks (3 – 6) Risk Area Crushing/Shear Hazard [21] A medium risk crushing/pinch hazard is created by the gantry and the table frame. [21] Gantry/Table Pinch harard [22] A medium risk crushing/pinch hazard is created by...
Page 40 Safety Awareness [13] Arizona 250 GT Residual Risks (4 – 6) Risk Area Crushing/Shear Hazard [23] Shearing hazard A high risk shearing hazard is created by the carriage and the gantry frame from the bottom. [23] Carriage/Gantry Frame Shear Hazard...
Page 41 Safety Awareness [13] Arizona 250 GT Residual Risks (5 – 6) Risk Area Crushing/Shear Hazard [25] A high risk shearing hazard is created by the carriage and the gantry frame. [25] Hazard [26] Entanglement hazard A medium risk of finger or material...
Page 42 Safety Awareness [13] Arizona 250 GT Residual Risks (6 – 6) Risk Area Crushing/Shear Hazard [27] A medium risk impact hazard is created by the carriage when cycling from left to right. [27] Carriage Impact Hazard [28] Heat hazard: the UV...
Page 43: Roll Media Safety Awareness
This section contains two sets of principles that must be followed to assure maximum safety when operating the Roll Media Option for the Arizona 250 GT printer. The first image uses a negative example to show you a situation to avoid in order to prevent injury to the operator.
Page 44 Roll Media Safety Awareness Residual Safety Risks The Arizona 250 GT Roll Media Option is engineered to minimize machine components and operating procedures that may compromise operator safety. However, in order to maintain some machine operations and functionality, certain compromises are required. The following table documents some of these residual hazards.
Page 45: How To Navigate The User Interface
Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface...
Page 46: Operator Interface Hardware
Operator Interface Hardware Operator Interface Hardware Introduction The Operator interacts with some of the printer components to operate, maintain, and monitor the state of the printer: This section identifies and explains the functions of these components. [32] [32] User Interface Hardware [16] (1) Main Power Switch (9) Maintenance Station...
Page 47 Operator Interface Hardware Illustration [33] [33] Vacuum System Hardware [34] [34] Carriage Area Hardware...
Page 48 Component Function 1) Main Power The Arizona 250 GT has an AC power switch that turns the Switch printer On and Off. The switch also serves as a lock-out device. It also has an AC power connector. All of these power-related items are located on the end of the electronics enclosure.
Page 49 Operator Interface Hardware [17] Hardware Interface Components (2 – 3) Component Function 8) Emergency Stops If a situation requires an immediate shutdown of all printer activity, press one of the three Emergency Stop buttons. To recover from an emergency shutdown, resolve the problem that prompted the shutdown and then release the Emergency Stop by twisting it slightly clockwise.
Page 50 Operator Interface Hardware [17] Hardware Interface Components (3 – 3) Component Function (14) Carriage Guard The Carriage Guard protects the Operator from exposure to UV light and it also protects the lamps and the carriage by stopping all motion if it encounters an obstacle in the path of the carriage.
Page 51 Operator Interface Hardware Thermal fluid heater Purge pump Purge valve Printheads jetting...
Page 52: Operator Interface Software
Operator Interface Software Introduction The Arizona 250 GT software interface is displayed on the LCD monitor that is part of the Operator Control Station. The interface has five main working modules that are accessed by tabs located at the bottom of the display. Click on these tabs with the mouse to access the modules.
Page 53 Operator Interface Software [19] Interface Modules (2 – 2) Component Function Special Prints Provides access to various special adjustment prints, the (Special prints Quality Control Reference print image and the Nozzle Check tab) print. Software Allows field service technicians to update the printer to the Upgrade latest version of the Operator Interface software and firmware.
Page 54: Print Job Control Module
Print Job Control Module Print Job Control Module Introduction Print Job Control is the default module displayed when the printer is switched on. From this module you can manage all aspects of working with print jobs and also control many features of the printer. The table "Job Control Panels" documents the numbered callouts and the rest of this section explains each area in more detail.
Page 55 Print Job Control Module [20] Job Control Panels (2 – 2) Component Function 3) Pause/Resume To the right is the print job Pause/Resume button and and the Ink System the Ink System Status icon - click to view an ink status report. Status 4) Command Displays icons for actions related to the print jobs and control...
Page 56 Print Job Control Module 2) Printer Messages (or Log) Panel The printer status panel is in the top right corner of the display. It shows the last four lines of the printer log that contains printer errors, warnings, and information messages.
Page 57 Print Job Control Module [21] [37] [37] Command Toolbar Print job This command can do the following actions depending on context: Activates a selected inactive job by moving it to the active list. Un-holds a held job. Un-holds an job that had an error currently. Hold job The command can do following actions depending on context: Puts an active job on hold.
Page 58 Print Job Control Module Flatbed A dialog window automatically appears when confirmation is Settings icon required. If it is closed before you select Confirm, it can be reopened by clicking on this icon. Media Parameters Enter or confirm the thickness of the media. The printer will automatically adjust the carriage height to media thickness and also the print gap.
Page 59 Print Job Control Module UV Curing This button controls the UV curing lamps. The state of the button Lamp Control reflects the state of the lamps. The UV lamps will timeout after Button 15 minutes of inactivity (time can be changed by a service technician).
Page 60 Print Job Control Module 7) Job Placement Preview The table placement preview shows the print location and a proportional representation of the image in relation to the table. The zoom button in the bottom right corner activates a popup preview window. If a preview image is not available, an approximately sized white box is used as a placeholder, and the zoom button is not displayed.
Page 61 Print Job Control Module [22] Offsets A job's vertical and horizontal offset parameters can be changed with the mouse wheel when mouse cursor is positioned over the field. Rotate the mouse wheel up or down increments or decrements offset at the rate of one unit per notch.
Page 62: Printer Metrics Module
Printer Metrics Module Printer Metrics Module Introduction The Printer Metrics module displays various counters that are of interest to the operator. It shows counters for each color of ink and the total ink used. It also shows the number of hours a UV lamp was used since last changed. Illustration [38] [38] Printer Metrics...
Page 63: Settings Module
Settings Module Settings Module Introduction The Settings Module allows you to review and change the date and time, network connection settings, user interface configurations, printer settings and, if installed, the Roll Media settings. Date and Time Settings [24] [39] [39] Date and Time Date - display only, cannot change the date.
Page 64 Settings Module Network Connection Settings Note: Typcally, DHCP is used to automatically obtain network settings. If "Use DHCP" is selected, the only thing you might want to change is the network name of the printer. The settings are displayed to troubleshoot possible network connection problems.
Page 65 Settings Module User Interface Settings [26] [41] [41] User Interface Languages Supported The user interface can be set to display the following languages: English - US English - UK German French Dutch Japanese Italian Spanish Measurement Units Allows you to specify how to display offsets and dimensions units: Metric Imperial...
Page 66 Settings Module Printer Settings [27] [42] [42] Printer Settings Allows you to set the following: Flatbed print gap Underlay thickness Table vacuum timeout End of swath delay Full carrage travel Automatic warmup day Automatic warmup time Ionizer bar (static suppression - On or Off) Roll Module [28] [43]...
Page 67: Special Prints Module
Special Prints Module Special Prints Module Introduction The Special Prints module consist of two lists. The list on the left displays available special test prints. Most of these prints are used by service technicians to adjust and troubleshoot the printer. There are some that is of interest to the Operator: the rulers and the Nozzle Check Print a Nozzle Check.
Page 68 Special Prints Module How to Print a Special Print Go to the Print Job Control module to actually print the test print. It will appear in the active job list and is printed like any other print job. Note: Refer to the sections that document the two special prints for details on printing.
Page 69: Installation And Upgrade Module
As we are committed to improve and refine the quality and functionality of the Arizona 250 GT printer, there will be periodic upgrades to the underlying firmware and printer software. Software updates are available only to customers with a service contract.
Page 70 Installation and Upgrade Module Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface...
Page 71: How To Operate The Arizona 250 Gt
Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 72: Training Requirements
Océ trains the operator in the use of the printer hardware and software at  installation. However, this is not a substitute for formal ProductionHouse training. Operators of the Arizona 250 GT should be fully versed in the operation of Onyx  ProductionHouse . For any operator unfamiliar with its operation, Onyx ...
Page 73: How To Power The Printer On And Off
Position the power cord so that it does not pose a hazard when walking around or moving media or other objects near the printer. The Arizona 250 GT has an AC power switch that turns the printer On or Off. The switch also functions as an AC power lock-out switch.
Page 74 The splash screen will show some further initialization messages and then the initial Job Control module screen appears. The initialization is complete when the top left panel of the display shows "Ready". Your printer is now ready for use. Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 75 How to Power the Printer On and Off Attention: After powering the printer On, leave it running continuously, even when at idle. Failure to leave the printer powered on may result in ink draining out of the ink reservoirs. Note: The printer is designed to be left powered ON at all times as only minimal power is consumed when the printer is idle.
Page 76 Open the shutoff valves again when the power is turned back on. When maintenance or service is complete, remove the lock and tag-out label and turn the AC power switch to the On position. Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 77 How to Power the Printer On and Off Illustration [48] [48] AC Power Switch and Lockout How to Use the Disconnect Device Attention: The AC power switch is the main disconnect device for the printer. For maximum safety, if the printer is moved, the blue AC power plug must first be unplugged from the printer.
Page 78: How To Install The Onyx Printer Driver
Arizona 250 GT printer installation file. Purpose The printer installation file configures the Onyx software so that it knows how to communicate with the Arizona 250 GT. This prepares the printer so that the operator can manage print jobs. Before you begin Make sure that the Onyx ProductionHouse application software is installed before you install the printer driver.
Page 79 [50] [50] Configure Printer Host Name Note: If you have more than one Arizona 250 GT printer, each printer must have a unique network name. The network name can be changed in the Settings module of the printer User Interface.
Page 80 How to Install the Onyx Printer Driver Result When a Valid IP address for the printer is verified, click on OK to complete the configuration of the communication link between ProductionHouse and the Arizona 250 GT printer. Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 81: How To Manage Print Jobs
Daily Start-up and Shut-down How to Manage Print Jobs Daily Start-up and Shut-down Introduction Keep your printer clean and perform all recommended scheduled maintenance to ensure that the printer is ready to produce optimal quality images. When to do The start-up procedure must be performed every morning or after a period of time when the printer has not been used.
Page 82: How To Set Up A Print Job
How to Set Up a Print Job Introduction This section explains how to select an image to print on the Arizona 250 GT. The basic steps are outlined here and explained below. More detailed explanations for some of these steps are available Job Control Module.
Page 83 How to Set Up a Print Job Measure Media Thickness Use a digital slide caliper or micrometer to accurately measure the media thickness of the media. An error in measurement of media thickness will affect bi-directional alignment and can contribute to the amount of graininess in the printed image or cause a carriage/printhead crash with the media.
Page 84 Also it reduces the time it takes for the gantry to start the print. Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 85: How To Manage The Media Vacuum
The Media Vacuum System Introduction The Arizona 250 GT uses a low-flow, high-vacuum system to secure rigid media for printing on the printer table. A fabricated aluminum overlay sheet placed on the surface of the table creates the vacuum field. The overlay sheet is pin-registered to the table.
Page 86 The closer the handle is to the vertical position, the more vacuum pressure is reduced. The guage on the side of the table above the bleed valve handle provides a visual representation of the actual vacuum pressure. Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 87 The Media Vacuum System How to Maintain the Vacuum Overlay Sheet If an overlay sheet is damaged, replace it. The overlay is an optional commercial item and can be ordered from your local sales representative. You may want to purchase multiple overlays if you need multiple common material sizes or a regular, repeating job that is non-square or unusually sized.
Page 88: How To Create Custom Vacuum Zones
- part # 3010106699 - use only to create custom zones (do not use on the perimeter of the printer table). Note: Make sure you clean the area with isopropyl alcohol before you apply foam tape to create a new zone. Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 89 How to Create Custom Vacuum Zones Illustration [30] (0,0) Print Origin (1) Left Vacuum (2) Right Vacuum (3) Top Vacuum Zone Zone Zone [52] (4) Vacuum Bleed (5) Left Zone (6) Top Zone (7) Right Zone Valve Control Control Control [52] Imperial Vacuum Zones [53] [53] Metric Vacuum Zones...
Page 90 > 20 inches of Hg. Also verify that the time it takes for the vacuum to establish is less than 4 seconds. Repeat step 6 for the all other zones individually. Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 91: How To Manage Media
Océ Display Graphics Systems has conducted extensive testing of many media. Since the Arizona 250 GT printer is capable of imaging on a wide range of material, we encourage you to explore various media so that you can establish your own criteria for achieving high quality images in your work environment.
Page 92 For additional information on various aspects of handling and managing media refer to the customer support web site. See Appendix A of this document or visit the web page to see a list of available bulletins: http://www.dgs.oce.com/PrinterSupport/Arizona250GT_Customer/ Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 93 How to Handle Media Thermal Expansion of Media When imaging on media that will expand when subjected to heat (e.g., styrene or Plexiglas, etc.), don’t wedge the media by butting other material against it as this may cause the media to buckle. Also if multiple pieces of the media are used, allow enough space between the pieces to allow for thermal expansion.
Page 94: Underlay Board To Reduce Artifacts
Note: If you use the underlay board, make sure that you cover over any areas of the board not covered by the media or the vacuum pressure will be reduced. Also make sure that there are no high spots that could cause a carriage collision. Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 95 Underlay Board to Reduce Artifacts Illustration [54] [54] Underlay Board with Media How to Prepare the Underlay Board Seal the edges of the underlay board with tape or use a liquid sealer to prevent vacuum leaks through the edges of the board. Cover any area of the board not covered by the media to avoid vacuum loss.
Page 96 Underlay Board to Reduce Artifacts Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT...
Page 97: How To Operate The Roll Media Option
Chapter 6 How to Operate the Roll Media Option...
Page 98: Roll Media Option Hardware
Roll Media Option Hardware Introduction The base configuration for the Arizona 250 GT is a flatbed printer where the media is static during printing. A Roll Media Option (RMO) is available for the printer that allows the use of media that is supplied on a roll. This optional unit is manufactured, crated, stocked and shipped as an independent assembly.
Page 99 Roll Media Option Hardware media drive. This system accurately advances the roll of media during printing. The roll media is positioned accurately with a high resolution media encoder as it moves past the carriage printheads. This ensures accurate and high quality prints on various core media.
Page 100 Roll Media Option Hardware [32] Roll Media Hardware (2 – 3) Component Function 9) Media Tension Bar Provides constant tension for loaded media (located behind the media shaft). The bar provides constant tension to ensure adjustment of the media. 10) Media Edge An optical sensor on the bottom of the carriage that Detector detects the edge of the media.
Page 101 Roll Media Option Hardware [32] Roll Media Hardware (3 – 3) Component Function 12) Platen The top surface of the platen consists of a series of machined aluminum segments populated with vacuum holes. The underside of the platen is relatively closed in order to maintain a negative pressure inside the platen.
Page 102: Roll Media Option Specifications
Roll Media Option Specifications Introduction The Roll Media Option available for the Arizona 250 GT printer allows the use of various flexible media that are supplied on a roll. The specifications for print area available and the amount of waste associated with the use of roll media is indicated in this section.
Page 103 Roll Media Option Specifications Leader waste is the amount of media that cannot be printed between the roll media platen and the take-up media roll. This waste is produced every time media is loaded, taped to the take-up core and initialized in preparation for the first print. Trailer waste is the media that cannot be printed at the end of the supply media roll.
Page 104: Roll Media Theory Of Operations
Roll Media Theory of Operations Roll Media Theory of Operations Introduction The Roll Media Option system operating specification is described in terms of the following states: Media Load Media Unload Media Initialization Media Printing Media Manual Feed Media Idle Media End of Roll For each user state, software control of the roll of media and consequent media movement is achieved using one of the following two control modes.
Page 105 Roll Media Theory of Operations Introduction to Media Loading Loading and threading roll media is a manual process. A media shaft is required for both the supply and take-up media rolls. The function of the shaft is to provide additional core support and a non-slip drive condition between the drive motors and the media rolls.
Page 106 Roll Media Theory of Operations detected, the move is interrupted, motion stopped, and the user is notified to cut the media or otherwise remedy the situation. The Cancel command returns the media tension bar to its original position (this is assuming the media has not been cut) to be ready for printing.
Page 107: Foot Pedal Switch Functions
Foot Pedal Switch Functions Foot Pedal Switch Functions Introduction The foot pedal switches are used to control the forward and reverse movement of media shafts. Summary of Dual Foot Pedal Switch Functions The following table indicates the foot pedal functions for various RMO states. It may help to think in terms of how you drive a car: left foot on the brake holds back, while right foot on the accelerator moves forward.
Page 108: Roll Media Manager
Roll Media Manager Roll Media Manager Introduction The Roll Media Manager is the part of the printer interface that allows you to prepare to print on roll media. From it you can load and unload media, change media type and parameters, and initialize the printer to prepare it to print on roll media. This section introduces the icons in the Roll Media Manager that are necessary to load and initialize a roll media print job.
Page 109 Roll Media Manager Component - function table [35] [35] Roll Media Manager Icons Icon Function Load Allows the operator to load new media. Set the foot pedal switches to the Load state. Unload Prepares the RMO to allow the operator to cut the existing media, remove it, and replace it with a new roll.
Page 110: How To Load Media
How to Load Media How to Load Media Introduction This section explains all of the actions associated with loading a roll of media when the Roll Media Option is installed. It also specifies in detail how to perform particular actions. Load Media The following actions are associated with loading media: Load Media Roll On Media Shaft And Install Shaft in the Supply position...
Page 111 How to Load Media A: Load Media Roll On a Media Shaft And Install the Shaft in the Supply Position Place an empty media shaft on a suitable flat work area, positioned as shown, so that the hex key is inserted on the right side of the shaft to lock and unlock the core locks. [58] [58] Unlock the Media Shaft Core Locks Unlock the media shaft core locks (1) with the supplied 5mm hex key (2).
Page 112 How to Load Media C: Thread the Media Select the Load icon from the Roll Media Manager. If you are going to print with "Print Side In", click the icon in the Roll Media manager ("Print Side Out" is the default so you do not need to select it unless you have recently used Print Side In).
Page 113 How to Load Media [61] [61] Feed Media Through Access Door Note: TIP: If the media core on the take-up shaft is wider than the media, advance the media past the take-up shaft to align it with the supply shaft, then rewind the media onto the take-up shaft.
Page 114 How to Load Media Note: If the media is not aligned, it is possible to unlock the core locks and slide the media core until it is centered and aligned. Rewind the media by continually pressing down the left foot pedal until it is positioned where it can be taped to the take-up core.
Page 115: How To Unload And Cut Media
How to Unload and Cut Media How to Unload and Cut Media Introduction This section explains all of the actions associated with how to cut and unload media when there is still some media left on the supply roll. Note: If the media supply roll is empty, simply remove the empty supply shaft and the take-up shaft.
Page 116 How to Unload and Cut Media The other option is remove the take-up roll from the printer and then remove the roll of unused media from the media shaft. To remove the take-up roll, tap the right pedal momentarily to rotate the take-up shaft one revolution to the unlocked position in the forward direction.
Page 117: How To Print On Roll Media
How to Print on Roll Media How to Print on Roll Media Introduction If media is loaded and the Roll Media unit has been initialized, the printer is ready to print an image. Use the Print Job module and the Roll Media Manager to prepare and start the print.
Page 118 How to Print on Roll Media [65] [65] Roll Media Manager Keyboard Note: If you have used a media before, it will be listed in the Media Type pull-down menu. If the list contains less than 10 media types, a drop down list is displayed. If there are more that 10 media types, they are displayed in a dialog with a scroll bar.
Page 119: How To Determine Media Advance Correction
How to Determine Media Advance Correction How to Determine Media Advance Correction Introduction As roll media passes over the capstan, the stress can cause the thickness to deviate from its ideal, non-stressed value. This deviation can result in incorrect capstan encoder readings, and lead to discrepancies in the amount the media advanced during each print swath.
Page 120 How to Determine Media Advance Correction before you start the correction procedure. One tell-tale indicator of telescoping and significantly varying tension is to look at the Media Advance Correction Print near the sides; if under stepping banding occurs on one side, and overstepping on the other, the banding is not the result of an incorrect correction factor, rather it is possibly due to an improper media load.
Page 121 How to Determine Media Advance Correction Note: With some media, the more dense (darker) colors may still show thin lines when the correction factor is close to being correct (due to edge of swath banding); in this case it may be wise to use the lighter colors to calibrate the correction factor. Apply the MACF to the Current Media The above procedure provides two values where neither understepping nor overstepping is present.
Page 122 How to Determine Media Advance Correction Chapter 6 How to Operate the Roll Media Option...
Page 123: How To Use The Static Suppression Upgrade Kit
Chapter 7 How to Use the Static Suppression Upgrade Kit...
Page 124: Reduce Static With A Static Suppression Kit
Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit Introduction The Océ Static Suppression Upgrade Kit is a Commercial Product that can be ordered as part # 3010106603. If you are experiencing static-related imaging problems this optional upgrade kit contains an ionizer bar that provides a solution to reduce static.
Page 125 Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit How to Activate the Static Suppression Ionizer Bar Press the Setting tab on the printer interface screen. Click on the Printer icon. If the Ionizer Bar option is set to Off, set it to ON (this option is not displayed if the ionizer bar is not installed).
Page 126 Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit [68] [68] Bracket Mounted Low Turn the bracket 180 degrees and then fit the other keyed slot over the bracket screw. Slide the bracket mount until the screw is located in the smaller end of the keyed slot. [69] [69] Bracket Mounted High Make sure the bracket is level an then tighten the bracket mount screw.
Page 127: Ink System Management
Chapter 8 Ink System Management...
Page 128: Arizona 250 Gt Ink
Arizona 250 GT Ink Introduction The Arizona 250 GT uses UV-curable inks including Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, and Black. Due to the UV curing technology, the ink dries immediately, but can take up to 24 hours to cure fully. In most cases, the printed material may be handled or cut directly after printing.
Page 129 Arizona 250 GT Ink block and printheads. An internal thermostat on each printhead and one on the reservoir block provides temperature feedback. The condition of the printheads is maintained by periodic cleaning at the maintenance station on the gantry. During this procedure the operator suctions the...
Page 130 [70] Ink Bay With Bags Ink Filters The Arizona 250 GT ink system is protected from contaminants in the ink by means of four ink filters. These are easily accessed and can be replaced by the end-user when they become blocked with debris. The expected average lifetime for a filter is approximately 6 months or 11 bags of ink (22 liters).
Page 131 Arizona 250 GT Ink Do not use ink that is past the expiry date displayed in the Ink System Status menu (click the ink icon in the Print Job Control module to view the ink menu). Perform Printhead Maintenance every day before printing.
Page 132: How To Change Ink Bags
How to Change Ink Bags How to Change Ink Bags Introduction The ink is supplied to the printer in 2 liter bags. The bags have a non-spill coupler bonded into the top corner. When installing onto the printer, the bags are inverted and the quick connect couplers are pushed into their corresponding female coupling - opening up the flow path for the ink.
Page 133 How to Change Ink Bags Illustration [71] [71] Remove the Quick-Release Coupler How To Change an Ink Bag Attention: For personal safety, we recommend that the operator always wear nitrile gloves, a protective apron, and safety glasses with side shields when handling inks.
Page 134 How to Change Ink Bags Chapter 8 Ink System Management...
Page 135: Error Handling And Troubleshooting
Chapter 9 Error Handling and Troubleshooting...
Page 136: Troubleshooting Overview
Troubleshooting Overview Troubleshooting Overview Introduction This section covers general problems that may occur with the printer. Malfunctions that trigger system error messages can be caused by human error, a system malfunction, an interface cable malfunction, mechanical printer malfunction and/or printer firmware failure. Definition Printer Errors Some errors are problems that interfere with the print process but do not shut down...
Page 137 Troubleshooting Overview Example 2 Drops of Ink Appear on the Media Check that the ink valves on top of the carriage are all open. If an ink valve is closed, there is no vacuum pressure to hold the ink and it will drip out of the printhead.
Page 138: How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs
How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs Introduction Banding can occur in an image for a number of reasons. Typically it occurs due to neighboring nozzles that do not fire or multiple nozzles that fire with poor directionality.
Page 139: Chapter 10 Printer Maintenance
Chapter 10 Printer Maintenance...
Page 140: Maintenance Guidelines
Maintenance Guidelines Maintenance Guidelines Introduction The Arizona 250 GT operator is responsible for the regular maintenance of the printer. This section provides detailed information about what is required for proper printer maintenance. While Océ Display Graphics Systems furnishes guidelines for periodic maintenance, the optimum maintenance schedule evolves from careful observation of your printer over a period of use.
Page 141 Maintenance Guidelines The following table provides our recommended maintenance schedule. This is a minimum requirement and some procedures may need to be done with greater frequency. Each of the procedures is explained in detail in this section in the order of frequency required as presented in this table.
Page 142: Maintenance Procedures
Printhead Maintenance Maintenance Procedures Printhead Maintenance Introduction The Maintenance Station is located below the carriage. Printhead Maintenance takes place while the carriage is parked. The station is covered by a sliding door that has an open grid in the center that allows any waste ink to drip down through the station and into the waste tray.
Page 143 Printhead Maintenance prevent the performance of an ink purge, which is necessary for printhead maintenance. Note: It is not necessary to turn off the UV lamps as they are shuttered. However, they will be hot if they are on, so avoid touching them. Ink must be at the operating temperature of at least 40°...
Page 144 Printhead Maintenance Illustration [72] [72] Maintenance Station Switches How To Perform Maintenance Verify that the ink temperature is at least 40° Centigrade (140° Fahrenheit) before you begin printhead maintenance. Slide the cover out from under the carriage to reveal the maintenance station. Press and release switch 1 to initiate a purge.
Page 145 Printhead Maintenance [73] [73] Clean Suction-Head Note: In the next step, start with the left printhead and work to the right as this limits the possibility that drops of ink will fall onto the coiled hose. Also, do not push up too hard on the printhead as you may dislodge it and this will require a service call to fix.
Page 146 Printhead Maintenance Check Print Quality Print a Nozzle Check to see if any nozzles are out. Print an image to make sure there is no banding or other print quality issues. Maintenance for Persistent Nozzle Outs If some nozzles are still out after the print quality check, open the maintenance station cover, raise the carriage, and then suction only the printheads that still show nozzles out.
Page 147: Swab Printheads
Swab Printheads Swab Printheads Introduction To ensure optimal print quality, it is important to periodically clean the printheads with a swab to remove any excess ink or any debris that was not removed by Printhead Maintenance. Purpose Important Caution: To maintain print quality it is very important to swab the printheads at least once a week, or more frequently, if required.
Page 148 Swab Printheads Attention: Never "scrub" the printhead with a swab as this will drag debris into other nozzles. Always slowly move the swab across the printhead with the swab at an angle and not perpendicular to the printhead. Never use Isopropyl alcohol to clean the printheads. Do not allow swabs to be contaminated with any dust or dirt prior to use.
Page 149 Swab Printheads Note: If the problem persists, you can swab multiple times. Use a new clean side of the swab each time (this means a maximum of two swipes per swab). It is possible that as many as ten swipes can be required. Run another nozzle check, if necessary.
Page 150: Clean Carriage Underside
How to Handle Media for more information). You may also need to install a humidifier if humidity is below the required minimum defined in the Arizona 250 GT Site Preparation Guide (30% to 70%, Non-condensing is the suggested range for operating the printer).
Page 151 Clean Carriage Underside Illustration [75] [75] Ink Removal Technique How to Clean the Carriage Underside Slide the maintenance station cover plate out from under the carriage to reveal the maintenance station. Press switch 2 to raise the carriage to its maximum height. Wrap a clean poly wipe cloth around your index finger.
Page 152: Remove Ink From The Table
Remove Ink From the Table Remove Ink From the Table Introduction How often you need to perform these procedures will vary, depending on printer usage and work habits. Remove Ink from Table Clean ink from the table whenever necessary. Once UV ink is cured, the best method for removing it from the table is to use a scraper (it is also possible to achieve good results with a razor blade that is set into a handle/holder).
Page 153: Empty The Ink Waste Tray
Empty the Ink Waste Tray Empty the Ink Waste Tray Introduction The waste tray is located below the Maintenance Station. It accumulates ink that has dripped from the printheads or ink waste that results from a purge when performing Printhead Maintenance or Swabbing the Printheads. The ink drops onto a sloped drain plate at the base of the Maintenance Station and drains from there into the waste tray.
Page 154 Empty the Ink Waste Tray Turn the valve on the waste tray until it starts to drain the waste material. Shut off the valve when ink no longer drains out (or if the container become full). Note: The valve closes clean (drip free) but because it has long pipe use a piece of cloth or paper to wipe it clean as some ink can remain inside and drip out later when the printer is in motion.
Page 155: Clean Uv Lamp Filters
Clean UV Lamp Filters Clean UV Lamp Filters Introduction The top of the assemblies that house the left and right UV lamp cartidges contains a filter that can cause overheating of the lamps if it becomes clogged with dust or debris.
Page 156: Fill The Coolant Reservoir
Fill the Coolant Reservoir Fill the Coolant Reservoir Introduction The coolant is a thermal fluid used to maintain the temperature of the ink in the printheads and ink reservoirs on the carriage. Temperature control of the ink is required in order to achieve the correct ink viscosity, which affects the jetting velocity of the ink and thus the quality of printed images.
Page 157 Fill the Coolant Reservoir Illustration [77] [77] Fill Coolant Reservoir Fill the Coolant Reservoir Open the container of coolant fluid. Insert the syringe into the fluid and draw back the plunger until the syringe is almost full (leave a small amount of air so that you can expel it at the end to avoid fluid dripping from the fill nozzle.
Page 158: Clean Gantry Rails
Clean Gantry Rails Clean Gantry Rails Introduction Dust and debris can accumulate on the gantry rails, which run along the length of the table. The bearings that run on the rails are equipped with shields that are designed to keep debris from entering the bearing housing. After a period of time and use, debris can accumulate on the outside of the bearing shields as the gantry travels along the table.
Page 159: Change Ink Filters
Change Ink Filters Change Ink Filters Introduction Each ink color has a filter that removes any particulate matter from the ink as it is pumped from the ink bag toward the printheads. The ink filters are located at the electronics end of the printer around the corner from the ink bags. When to do The ink filter for a particular color of ink must be replaced after 11 bags of that ink have been consumed.
Page 160 Change Ink Filters Illustration [78] [78] Remove Ink Filter Enclosure Cover How to Change an Ink Filter Open the sliding maintenance station door to disable ink pumps. Remove the two screws that hold the ink filter enclosure cover in place (thumbscrews can be loosened by hand or use a Philips screwdriver if they are too tight).
Page 161 Change Ink Filters Unscrew the cap at the top connection to the old filter (the blue valve with the circle shown in the photo above) and screw it into the top connection of the new filter, being sure to install the filter in the proper direction. Place the cap that came with the new filter on the old filter to prevent ink from leaking out of the old filter.
Page 162: How To Change A Uv Lamp
How to Change a UV Lamp Introduction The Arizona 250 GT uses two UV lamps, one on each side of the carriage, to instantly cure the ink during printing. These UV lamps have an expected life of 500 hours and must be replaced by the user when they fail or can no longer cure the ink at maximum available power.
Page 163 How to Change a UV Lamp Illustration [80] [80] Remove UV Lamp Cartridge How to Replace a UV Lamp Cartridge Turn off the AC power and lockout the printer. Remove the carriage guard by lifting it straight up and then away from the carriage. Use a 3mm allan key to loosen the screw at the top of the cartridge with the lamp that needs to be replaced.
Page 164: Print A Nozzle Check
Print a Nozzle Check Print a Nozzle Check Introduction The Nozzle Check print fires each nozzle individually in a manner that allows clogged nozzles to be easily identified by a visual inspection of this special print. The Nozzle Check print consists of the following elements: Print Identification - Océ...
Page 165 Print a Nozzle Check Required tools Blue LED view light (sometimes needed to enhance contrast in the Yellow area). Océ I/O paper Note: Usually, two or more Nozzle Checks will be printed to verify that nozzle issues are resolved. To calculate the required offset when you print multiple consecutive nozzle checks, add a horizontal offset of 2.5"...
Page 166 Print a Nozzle Check Result When a printhead does not have any dropouts, it will look like the Nozzle Check print of the black (K) section illustrated below. Note: There is an indication of some poor directionality in one of the nozzles illustrated in the top left section of the sample below, but it will not affect image quality (although it could, if multiple adjacent nozzles show this problem).
Page 167: Roll Media Option Maintenance
How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Roll Media Option Maintenance How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Introduction The capstan is a rubber-coated roller that helps to track and guide the media position. It has an encoder at one end and a brake at the other. The capstan must be kept clean and its rubber surface free of blemishes or defects to ensure accurate media transport and optimal print quality.
Page 168 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan [83] [83] Remove lint, dust, paper particles and debris Removing Stains (coffee, tea, soda pop, etc.) Supplies Needed: Rubber gloves, soap, hot water, and lint-free cloth. Put on nitrile golves Mix a cleaning solution that is 50:1 hot water to soap. Note: Use a mild detergent such as Ivory - avoid soaps that have dies, moisturizing oils, or perfumes as they may damage the capstan.
Page 169 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan [84] [84] Ink Spill on Capstan Wipe up the majority of the ink by blotting with the absorbent cloth. [85] [85] Wipe up ink with cloth Wet a new absorbent cloth with alcohol and wipe up the remaining ink.
Page 170 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan [86] [86] Wet fresh cloth with alcohol Note: Note: It may be difficult to tell whether or not all the ink has left the surface. Continue to wet and wipe the capstan surface until the cloth does not show any sign of ink color.
Page 171 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Result When the capstan is kept clean and its rubber surface free of blemishes or defects you will be ensured of accurate media transport and optimal print quality. If its surface is badly damaged the capstan will need to be replaced.
Page 172 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Chapter 10 Printer Maintenance...
Page 173: Application Information
Appendix A Application Information...
Page 174: Application Resources On The Web Site
The Application Hints and Tips found on the web site are based on our experience with the Arizona 250 GT printer. They are offered as starting points or suggestions for dealing with various situations. Since this information is subject to change, please check the web site occasionally for the most current list of Hints and Tips.
Page 175 Application Resources on the Web Site  Opal/White Acrylic or Polycarbonate such as Lexan Polystyrene Pre-Stretched Canvas Textiles Un-Documented Materials Variable Height Materials...
Page 176 Application Resources on the Web Site Appendix A Application Information...
Page 177 Index Index Ink Filters ......48 AC power ......73 AC power plug .
Page 178 Index Reduce Artifacts ......94 safety interlock system ....29 Safety Labels .

Oce Arizona 250 GT User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Product Overview

Chapter 3 Safety Information

Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface

Chapter 5 How to Operate the Arizona 250 GT

Chapter 6 How to Operate the Roll Media Option

Chapter 7 How to Use the Static Suppression Upgrade Kit

Chapter 8 Ink System Management

Chapter 9 Error Handling and Troubleshooting

Chapter 10 Printer Maintenance

Appendix A Application Information

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