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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Chapter 1 Introduction.........................7 About this guide .............................. 8 About the users..............................9 About the Océ Colorado 1640........................10 Safe use................................11 Notes for the reader............................12 Available documentation..........................14 Chapter 2 Explore the system......................15 The components of the printer - media output side..................16 The components of the roll winder.......................17...
Page 4 Replace the lubricators.......................... 145 Refill the chiller............................151 Vacuum the chiller..........................155 Clean the ink unit........................... 158 List of Océ Colorado 1640 maintenance materials..................160 Chapter 6 Improve quality....................... 163 General workflow for improving quality....................164 Print a printhead quality check chart......................165 Analyze the printhead quality check chart....................
Page 5 Contents Configure PRISMAsync Remote Control....................190 Test PRISMAsync Remote Control......................192 Manage users for PRISMAsync Remote Control..................194 Make a backup.............................. 195 Restore a backup............................196 Enable system installation from USB......................197 Chapter 8 Troubleshooting and support..................199 Tips and tricks...............................200 General support............................202 Change the regional settings........................
Page 6 Contents...
Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction...
Page 8: About This Guide
About this guide About this guide Introduction The guide addresses the Océ Colorado 1640 and is written for the printer operator. It describes the complete workflow of the printer: from setup to the operation, maintenance and troubleshooting of the machine.
Page 9: About The Users
About the users Introduction There are various types of users who can use the Océ Colorado 1640 each with its own role in the complete workflow. The various roles can be filled in by the same person or by multiple people. This manual is mainly written for the Printer operator.
Page 10: About The Océ Colorado 1640
About the Océ Colorado 1640 About the Océ Colorado 1640 Introduction The Océ Colorado 1640 is a 64 inch roll to roll production printer that uses a unique UV gel ink technology. Chapter 1 - Introduction...
Page 11: Safe Use
Safe use Safe use Introduction When you operate the Océ Colorado 1640 you have to take note of the safety precautions and follow the guidelines. Safety documents Before you operate the printer read the following documents and follow the instructions: •...
Page 12: Notes For The Reader
Names of options to be used in a fixed order Safety symbols Before you use this product, make sure you read and understand the safety information that "http://downloads.oce.com" belongs to the product. Find the safety information on . Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions marked on the product.
Page 13 Notes for the reader Symbol Type of symbol Indicates CAUTION Laser beam Indicates a caution concerning operations that may lead to in- jury to persons if not performed correctly. To use the ma- chine safely, always pay attention to these cautions. IMPORTANT Indicates an operational requirement or restriction.
Page 14: Available Documentation
This manual is part of a complete documentation set. The following table shows a complete overview of the available documentation. Available documentation NOTE "http://downloads.oce.com" For up-to-date documentation: visit the Océ downloads website select your printer and language, and find all the support information. Documentation...
Page 15: Explore The System
Chapter 2 Explore the system...
Page 16: The Components Of The Printer - Media Output Side
The components of the printer - media output side The components of the printer - media output side Introduction From the media output side you can access the operator panel, access the roll winder, collect your print, or replace the knife. Number Component Knife compartment...
Page 17: The Components Of The Roll Winder
The components of the roll winder The components of the roll winder Introduction The roll winder is located on the media output side and can be used to wind the printed media. Number Component Power switch winder Guide plate Take-up media shaft Tension bar Chapter 2 - Explore the system...
Page 18: The Components Of The Printer Sides
The components of the printer sides The components of the printer sides Introduction On both printer sides you can perform maintenance actions. Filter configuration (optional) Exhaust configuration Number Component Filter fan (filter configuration) Chiller Exhaust (exhaust configuration) Ink bottle Chapter 2 - Explore the system...
Page 19: The Components Of The Printer - Media Input Side
The components of the printer - media input side The components of the printer - media input side Introduction From the media input side you can load media, open the top cover, get access to the maintenance tray and printhead maintenance. Number Component Manual maintenance door...
Page 20: The Components Of The Media Drawer
The components of the media drawer The components of the media drawer Introduction You can open the media drawer on the media input side to load your media rolls. Number Component Roll loading station Media roll (position 1) Media roll (position 2) Number Component Locking mechanism...
Page 21 The components of the media drawer Number Component Feed media shaft Roll clamp Chapter 2 - Explore the system...
Page 22: The Components Of The Printer - Top Cover Open
The components of the printer - top cover open The components of the printer - top cover open Introduction When you open the top cover you can access the carriages, the platen area and perform several maintenance actions. Number Component Filter (optional) Knife Curing carriage...
Page 23: Handle The Media
Chapter 3 Handle the media...
Page 24: General Workflow For Using Media
General workflow for using media General workflow for using media Introduction Use the following workflow to handle the media correctly. Step Action Configure media in the RIP on page 25. Download and install a media profile, and manage the profiles in the RIP. Prepare media for printing on page 62.
Page 25: Configure Media In The Rip
Configure media in the RIP Configure media in the RIP Manage media profiles in Onyx Introduction You can use Onyx as the RIP software to manage media profiles. You can: Install a downloaded media profile in Onyx on page 26 •...
Page 26: Install A Downloaded Media Profile In Onyx
Install a downloaded media profile in Onyx Introduction In order to get the best results it is strongly advised to use the Océ Colorado 1640 media profiles. Before you begin First make sure you download an Océ Colorado 1640 media profile via the Onyx website or via your local sales and support channel, saved in a media library file (*.OML) for Onyx.
Page 27 Install a downloaded media profile in Onyx 4. Select the [Media] tab and click on [Import]. A window opens. 5. Under [Files and Type] select Media Library Files (*.OML). 6. Click on [Open] and browse to find your media library files (*.OML). 7.
Page 28: Create A New Media Profile In Onyx
Contact your local support organization when you want to create or change media profiles. Procedure 1. Open the Onyx RIP queue. 2. Click on [Media Manager]. The Media Manager application opens. 3. Click on the Océ Colorado 1640 printer icon and click on [Media library] above. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 29 Create a new media profile in Onyx 4. Click on [New...]→[Media Profile]. 5. Click on [Ok] for the new ICC workflow. A new window opens. 6. Fill in the new media profile name. 7. Follow all the steps. For more information on the general steps use the Onyx documentation. 8.
Page 30 Create a new media profile in Onyx 10. You can choose a new media category and/or change the media settings. For more information, Choose a media category on page Change the media settings on page 11. Give the media a new [Media Type Name] and click on [Ok]. The window closes. 12.
Page 31: Copy An Existing Media Profile And Edit It In Onyx
Contact your local support organization when you want to create or change media profiles. Procedure 1. Open the Onyx RIP queue. 2. Click on [Media Manager]. The Media Manager application opens. 3. Click on the Océ Colorado 1640 printer icon and click on [Media library] above. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 32 Copy an existing media profile and edit it in Onyx 4. Select the media profile from the list and click on [Make Copy]. A new window opens. 5. Fill in the new media profile name and click on [Ok]. 6. Select the new media profile from the list and click on [Edit]. 7.
Page 33 Copy an existing media profile and edit it in Onyx 11. You can choose a new media category and/or change the media settings. For more information, Choose a media category on page Change the media settings on page 12. Give the media a new [Media Type Name] and click on [Ok]. The window closes. 13.
Page 34: Sync And Delete Media Types In Onyx
Procedure 1. Open the Onyx RIP queue. 2. Select the Océ Colorado 1640 printer name. 3. In the top right pane click on [Device Info]. 4. To sync media types: 1. Click on [Sync media types].
Page 35 Sync and delete media types in Onyx 3. Click on [Ok] to delete the selected media from the printer. The selected media are deleted from the list on the operator panel under, [Media]→[Media type]. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 36: Manage Media Profiles In Caldera
Manage media profiles in Caldera Manage media profiles in Caldera Introduction You can use Caldera as the RIP software to manage media profiles. You can: Install a downloaded media profile in Caldera on page 37 • Create a new media profile in Caldera on page 40 •...
Page 37: Install A Downloaded Media Profile In Caldera
Install a downloaded media profile in Caldera Introduction In order to get the best results it is strongly advised to use the Océ Colorado 1640 media profiles. Before you begin First make sure you download an Océ Colorado 1640 media profile via the Caldera website or via your local sales and support channel, saved in a calpatch file for Caldera (*.calpatch).
Page 38 Install a downloaded media profile in Caldera 4. Select your printer and click on [Next]. 5. Click on [Import...]. 6. Click on [Install patch]. The file selection window opens. 7. Browse to your calpatch file (*.calpatch) and click on [Load]. A window with profiles opens. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 39 Install a downloaded media profile in Caldera 8. Select the profiles you want to install and click on [Install selection]. 9. A message appears with the number of installed profiles, click on [Ok]. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 40: Create A New Media Profile In Caldera
Create a new media profile in Caldera Create a new media profile in Caldera Introduction When you are working with a new media that does not have a profile, you can create a new profile in Caldera. NOTE This manual provides you with basic information in order to create and change media profiles. Profiling is an expert task which requires additional information and tools not covered by this manual.
Page 41 Create a new media profile in Caldera 4. Select your printer and click on [Next]. 5. Click on [New..]. A window opens. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 42 Create a new media profile in Caldera 6. Select the media category. For more information, see Choose a media category on page 7. Click on [Ok]. The window closes. 8. Fill in the values in the media window. For more information on the general settings use the Caldera documentation.
Page 43 Create a new media profile in Caldera Change the media settings on page • Under [Vacuum Power]: 11. Click on [Ok]. The window closes. 12. Click on [Next]. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 44 Create a new media profile in Caldera 13. Click on [New..] to create a new media project (print mode with media settings), or select a media project from the list and click on [Edit..] to edit. 14. You can change the rest of the media settings: •...
Page 45: Copy An Existing Media Profile In Caldera And Edit It
Copy an existing media profile in Caldera and edit it Copy an existing media profile in Caldera and edit it Introduction You can also use an existing media profile as a basis and edit the settings in Caldera. NOTE This manual provides you with basic information in order to create and change media profiles. Profiling is an expert task which requires additional information and tools not covered by this manual.
Page 46 Copy an existing media profile in Caldera and edit it 4. Select your printer and click on [Next]. 5. Select the media profile you want to copy and edit. NOTE Make sure you choose a media profile with the preferred media category, as you cannot change the media category when you make a copy.
Page 47 Copy an existing media profile in Caldera and edit it 8. Fill in the new media profile name under [Main Settings]. 9. You can change the media settings: Change the media settings on page • Under [Parameters]: NOTE Note that you cannot change the media category when you make a copy of an existing media profile.
Page 48 Copy an existing media profile in Caldera and edit it 10. Click on [Ok]. The window closes. 11. Click on [Next]. 12. Click on [New..] to create a new media project (print mode with media settings), or select a media project from the list and click on [Edit..] to edit.
Page 49 Copy an existing media profile in Caldera and edit it Change the media settings on page • Under [Parameters]: 14. Click on [Ok] and if needed follow the rest of the steps. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 50: Sync And Delete Media Types In Caldera
Sync and delete media types in Caldera Sync and delete media types in Caldera Introduction When you downloaded or created the media profiles in Caldera, you can manually sync them with the printer so they become visible as media types on the operator panel instantly. Sometimes you also want to delete media types from this list.
Page 51 Sync and delete media types in Caldera 4. Select your printer and click on [Next]. 5. From the list of media, select one or more media types you want to delete. 6. Click on [Delete] and confirm per media type. The media types are immediately removed from the printer.
Page 52 Sync and delete media types in Caldera 7. Click on [Printer Medias]. A new window opens with all the media types known in the printer. 8. Click on [Delete all Printer Medias] to delete all the media types on the printer. NOTE All media types on the printer are deleted, this also includes media types added via other RIPs.
Page 53: Choose A Media Category
Only when you create a new media profile or edit an existing media profile you can change the media category. It is advised to use the Océ Colorado 1640 media profiles and not change the media category. Only advanced users or application specialists should edit media profiles and have to choose the media category.
Page 54 Choose a media category Media category Characteristics Monomeric self-adhesive • Smooth surface vinyl • Usually have a liner • Self-adhesive NOTE As an exception, wallcovering (embossed self-adhesive vinyl) and wallcovering (self-adhesive textile) are classi- fied under this media category. Polymeric & cast self-adhe- •...
Page 55: Change The Media Settings
Only when you create a new media profile or edit an existing media profile you can tune the media settings. It is advised to use the Océ Colorado 1640 media profiles and not change the media settings. Only advanced users or application specialists should edit media profiles and have to tune the media settings.
Page 56 Change the media settings [Media setting ] Description [Vacuum power] Controls the suction of the media on the platen. Per media category default values are used for each of the five zones available. Only change the vac- uum power when you encounter problems: •...
Page 57 Change the media settings [Media setting ] Description [Automatic me- Controls automatic media jogging. When automatic media jogging is ena- dia jogging ] bled, media between the pinch wheels in the drawer and the transport pinch is spooled forward after the media has been idle on the platen for 120 sec- onds.
Page 58 Change the media settings [Media setting ] Description [Moist sensitivity] Controls the time the printer waits to spool the media forward: where [1] is the longest time (1800 sec.), [2] (250 sec.), and [3] the shortest time (120 sec.). Moist sensitivity is disabled when the value is set to 0. By spooling the media forward the part of the media that is on the platen and not rolled up onto the roll, which might have been affected by humidity or moisture, is not used to print on.
Page 59 Changing the curing settings can result in insufficient curing of the UV-ink layer. When you have changed the settings, wear Océ Colorado 1640 approved nitril gloves the first time you handle the printed output to prevent any possible contact with uncured ink.
Page 60 Change the media settings Media settings Description [Print strategy] Controls the print strategy used for layering the ink at swath boundaries. By using the right print strategy, the ink is positioned in such a way you reduce artefacts and optimize the print quality. The [Print strategy] setting only works in [High quality] print mode.
Page 61: Select A Print Mode
Select a print mode Select a print mode Introduction You can select a print mode that best suits your application. Select the print mode in the RIP software. The location of the print modes differs, depending on the RIP you are using. For more Manage media profiles in Onyx on page Manage media profiles in Caldera information, see...
Page 62: Prepare Media For Printing
Prepare media for printing Prepare media for printing Load a media roll (position 1) Introduction You can load multiple media rolls on your printer for optimal productivity. Before you begin Before you load a roll on the printer: • Make sure you have added a media profile with the correct media type via the RIP. For more information, see Configure media in the RIP on page •...
Page 63 Load a media roll (position 1) 3. Pull the lever and open the clamp. 4. Take the feed media shaft out of the drawer. 5. Pull (1) the handle of the locking mechanism towards you. Slide (2) the media shaft into the side of the core of the new media roll. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 64 Load a media roll (position 1) 6. Accurately align the roll on the media shaft. Place it on the corresponding media size with the help of the ruler. Check on the left and right side of the roll if both are aligned on the same size. 7.
Page 65 Load a media roll (position 1) 10. Use both hands to turn the media roll backwards (1) until the media flap has passed the metal paper guide. 11. Use both hands to move the media forward and slide it under the metal paper guide (2) until the media is transported automatically.
Page 66 Load a media roll (position 1) When the printer does not take the media (no beeping sound), you can feed the media manually. The manual feeding option is recommended for weak and difficult to load media, such as canvas and textiles. For manual feeding: 1.
Page 67 Load a media roll (position 1) 3. Close the media feed. 4. If necessary, you can manually cut the leading edge of the media when it has not been cut straight. Take a knife and cut the media in the cutting guide. NOTE Always use a straight cut leading edge for media types that are more difficult to transport (e.g.
Page 68 Load a media roll (position 1) 15. Tap on [Save]. NOTE For the highest output quality, it is advised to always perform a media calibration when Calibrate you load a new media type or a new media width. For more information, see the media on page Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 69: Load A Media Roll (Position 2)
Load a media roll (position 2) Load a media roll (position 2) Introduction You can load multiple media rolls on your printer for optimal productivity. Before you begin Before you load a roll on the printer: • Make sure you have added a media profile with the correct media type via the RIP. For more Configure media in the RIP on page information, see •...
Page 70 Load a media roll (position 2) 3. Pull the lever and open the clamp. 4. Take the feed media shaft out of the drawer. 5. Pull (1) the handle of the locking mechanism towards you. Slide (2) the media shaft into the side of the core of the new media roll. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 71 Load a media roll (position 2) 6. Accurately align the roll on the media shaft. Place it on the corresponding media size with the help of the ruler. Check on the left and right side of the roll if both are aligned on the same size. 7.
Page 72 Load a media roll (position 2) 10. Use both hands to turn the media roll backwards (1) until the media flap has passed the metal paper guide. 11. Use both hands to move the media forward and slide it under the metal paper guide (2) until the media is transported automatically.
Page 73 Load a media roll (position 2) 12. Close the media drawer carefully. The operator panel displays the message that new media is detected. IMPORTANT Do not open the media drawer when the indicator light is off, you can damage the machine.
Page 74: Calibrate The Media
Calibrate the media Calibrate the media Introduction It is advised to calibrate media: • When you have loaded a new media type or media width. • When you want to improve the quality. NOTE Media calibration is type and width dependent. When you have two different sizes of the same media type you must perform calibration for each size.
Page 75: Add A Leading Or Trailing Strip
Add a leading or trailing strip Add a leading or trailing strip Introduction You can define the length of a leading or trailing strip that is added by default to a job. When to do • You can add a leading strip before a job, to add white space when using it with finishers, such as for taping media to the winder.
Page 76: Load A Take-Up Roll Core Onto The Roll Winder
Load a take-up roll core onto the roll winder Load a take-up roll core onto the roll winder Introduction When you want to wind media, you must load a take-up roll core onto the roll winder first. IMPORTANT Make sure you use the core of an empty media roll with the same width or wider as the media you are printing on.
Page 77 Load a take-up roll core onto the roll winder 3. Pull the handle of the locking mechanism inside the core towards you. Take the empty media roll core and slide it on the media shaft. 4. Center the core on the media shaft. 5.
Page 78: Print With Or Without Winding
Print with or without winding Winding options Introduction For the Océ Colorado 1640 there are several winding options depending on the type of media you are using. Overview In a media profile a media category is used that corresponds with the loaded media type. Each media category uses default media settings.
Page 79: Print And Wind Without A Tension Bar
Print and wind without a tension bar Print and wind without a tension bar Introduction Winding media without a tension bar, loose winding, is used for most media that can be transported well and is not too weak. Before you begin •...
Page 80 Print and wind without a tension bar 3. Start a print job. The printer will continue printing. The clamp closes when the media reaches the tape position, and the operator panel gives a message indicating you can tape the media. 4.
Page 81 Print and wind without a tension bar 6. Tape first the center and then the sides of the media to the core. 7. Move the media guides towards the middle to align with the media. 8. On the operator panel tap on [Ready]. The printer continues printing while winding the job.
Page 82: Print And Wind With A Tension Bar
Print and wind with a tension bar Print and wind with a tension bar Introduction Winding media with a tension bar, tight winding, is only used for weaker media in order to prevent media transportation issues. Media that is weak and sensitive for buckling, but not too stiff, can be wound with a tension bar in unlocked position.
Page 83 Print and wind with a tension bar 3. Start a print job. The printer spools the media until it reaches the tape position. The clamp closes and the operator panel gives a message indicating you can tape the media. 4. Make sure the media guides are out of the way as they can damage the media. 5.
Page 84 Print and wind with a tension bar 6. Tape first the center and then the sides of the media to the core. 7. Place the tension bar lever in unlocked position. 8. Lift up the tension bar and place it correctly on top of the media. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 85 Print and wind with a tension bar 9. On the operator panel tap on [Ready]. The printer starts printing while winding the job. Make sure the tension bar follows the media when the blouse is formed. After you finish Cut the When you want to stop winding you have to cut the media.
Page 86: Print And Wind With A Locked Tension Bar
Print and wind with a locked tension bar Print and wind with a locked tension bar Introduction Winding media with a locked tension bar is only used for stiff media, in order to prevent media transportation issues. Before you begin •...
Page 87 Print and wind with a locked tension bar 3. Start a print job. The printer spools the media until it reaches the tape position. The clamp closes and the operator panel gives a message indicating you can tape the media. 4.
Page 88 Print and wind with a locked tension bar 6. Tape first the center and then the sides of the media to the core. 7. Place the tension bar lever in locked position. 8. Lift up the tension bar and place it correctly on top of the media. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 89 Print and wind with a locked tension bar 9. On the operator panel tap on [Ready]. 10. Move the media guides towards the middle to align with the media. Tap on [Ready]. The printer starts printing while winding the job. Make sure the tension bar falls into the locked position.
Page 90: Print Without Winding
Print without winding Print without winding Introduction You can also print without winding. Media that is printed without winding can be transported well and is not too weak. Before you begin • Check the media category of your media. Media categories that need a tension bar cannot be printed without winding.
Page 91 Print without winding 3. Start a print job. The printer continues printing without winding. After you finish When you want to stop printing without winding you have to cut the media. For more Cut the media on page Cut the media (manual) on page information, see Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 92: Cut And Unload Media
Cut and unload media Cut and unload media Cut the media Introduction When you cut media, the printer uses the embedded knife. You can also cut the media manually with your own knife. How the media is cut depends on the Change the media settings on media type configuration in the RIP.
Page 93 Cut the media After you finish Unload a You can now remove the take-up roll from the roll winder. For more information, see take-up media roll from the roll winder on page Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 94: Cut The Media (Manual)
Cut the media (manual) Cut the media (manual) Introduction When you manually cut media, the printer does not use the embedded knife but you have to use your own knife or pair of scissors. How the media is cut depends on the media type configuration in the RIP. For more information, Change the media settings on page Before you begin Use a knife or pair of scissors that is sharp enough to cut the media.
Page 95 Cut the media (manual) 5. Tape the trailing edge to the take-up media roll in case of winding. 6. After you finish, tap on [Completed] on the operator panel. After you finish You can now remove the take-up media roll from the roll winder. For more information, see Unload a take-up media roll from the roll winder on page Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 96: Unload A Take-Up Media Roll From The Roll Winder
Unload a take-up media roll from the roll winder Unload a take-up media roll from the roll winder Introduction When you want to collect the printed output you have to unload the take-up media roll from the roll winder. Before you begin Cut the media on page 92 Make sure you have cut the media.
Page 97 Unload a take-up media roll from the roll winder 2. Push the green levers on both sides of the take-up media roll. Remove the take-up media roll from the winder. 3. Place the take-up media roll on a sturdy surface. 4.
Page 98 Unload a take-up media roll from the roll winder 6. Push to place the media shaft back on the winder. Make sure it clicks in place. Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 99: Unload A Media Roll From The Drawer
Unload a media roll from the drawer Unload a media roll from the drawer Introduction Unload a media roll from the drawer when you want to load a new media roll. CAUTION • Watch your fingers when you handle the media roll. •...
Page 100 Unload a media roll from the drawer 3. Pull the lever and open the clamp. 4. Lift up and take out the media shaft with the media roll, and put it on the roll loading station. 5. Pull (1) the handle of the locking mechanism towards you. Remove (2) the media shaft from the core of the media roll.
Page 101 Unload a media roll from the drawer 6. Load a new media roll, for more information see Load a media roll (position 1) on page 62. Or put the feed media shaft back into the drawer and firmly close the clamp. Make sure you close the clamp completely until you hear a click.
Page 102 Unload a media roll from the drawer Chapter 3 - Handle the media...
Page 103: Chapter 4 Print A Job
Chapter 4 Print a job...
Page 104: General Workflow For Printing A Job
General workflow for printing a job General workflow for printing a job Introduction There is a general workflow for using the Océ Colorado 1640 explained in this manual. Operator Panel Printing Mobile app 1. RIP Prepare and submit a job in one of the supported RIP software applications. You can install media profiles and also add or change media profiles and types here.
Page 105: Print A Job
Print a job Print a job Introduction You can submit and print a job via the RIP. When to do Make sure you have one of the supported RIP applications installed and connected to the printer. Procedure 1. Open the RIP. 2.
Page 106 Print a job 4. Submit the job. NOTE • When you have problems submitting your job, check if the physical width in the RIP corresponds with the width of the media roll. Take into account the margin used for [Automatic advance correction] (_AAC_NONE, _AAC_NORMAL, _AAC_ENHANCED).
Page 107: Perform Actions On A Submitted Job
Perform actions on a submitted job Perform actions on a submitted job Introduction On the operator panel you can control your job. Procedure 1. Submit a job to the printer. 2. On the operator panel, you see the job appearing in the queue, at the top of the screen. The job on top is the active job.
Page 108: Status On The Operator Panel
Status on the operator panel Status on the operator panel Introduction The operator panel indicates when an operator attention is required via colors and symbols. Colors on the operator panel When you see an orange or red color indication on the operator panel, tap the tile with the color to see what action is required.
Page 109: Use The Prismasync Remote Control App
Use the PRISMAsync Remote Control app Use the PRISMAsync Remote Control app Introduction With the PRISMAsync Remote Control app you can monitor your Océ Colorado 1640 at a distance. Before you begin To use the PRISMAsync Remote Control app you need a mobile device with: •...
Page 110 Use the PRISMAsync Remote Control app • 1. Events: see events and alerts, such as printing, roll empty, ink empty, all jobs finished, maintenance tray full, replace filters, refill chiller, replace lubricators. • 2. Printers: monitor and view the status of one or multiple printers at one glance. Swipe to mute the notifications.
Page 111: Maintain The System
Chapter 5 Maintain the system...
Page 112: Maintain The Printheads
Maintain the printheads Maintain the printheads Guidelines for printhead maintenance Introduction To keep the printer in optimal condition it is very important to perform printhead maintenance regularly. Next to that, printhead maintenance can be performed at any time to solve quality issues.
Page 113 Guidelines for printhead maintenance Initiated by Performed by Action Printer Printer and oper- 1. The operator must clean the maintenance station, includ- ator ing the wiper and clean wall. 2. The operator must clean the matrix plate. 3. The operator can clean the platen. 4.
Page 114: Start Automatic Maintenance
Start automatic maintenance Start automatic maintenance Introduction Start automatic maintenance in case of quality issues. The printer performs a purge and wipe and optionally you can print a nozzle classification chart to optimize the nozzles. Procedure 1. On the operator panel tap on the [Tools] icon on the right. 2.
Page 115: Start Manual Maintenance
Start manual maintenance Start manual maintenance Introduction Start manual maintenance in case of quality issues. You can clean the maintenance station, wiper, clean wall, matrix plate and you can print a nozzle classification chart to optimize the nozzles. Procedure 1. On the operator panel tap on the [Tools] icon on the right. 2.
Page 116 Start manual maintenance IMPORTANT Wait until the [Completed] button turns black and the printhead carriage is in maintenance position, before you open the top cover and start cleaning. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 117: Clean The Maintenance Station, Wiper And Clean Wall
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. IMPORTANT Use the prescribed cleaning liquid. Do not use any other cleaners.
Page 118 Clean the maintenance station, wiper and clean wall IMPORTANT • Make sure you do not damage the rubber wiper tips. • Make sure the wiper is still correctly placed, after cleaning. For more information, Replace the wiper on page 135. 6.
Page 119 Clean the maintenance station, wiper and clean wall 8. Take a lint free cloth and clean the clean wall until all residue ink is gone. If necessary, dampen a swab with the cleaning liquid to remove any remaining ink. IMPORTANT Make sure the clean wall does not click out of the holder.
Page 120 Clean the maintenance station, wiper and clean wall 11. When all residue ink is removed, remove all tools from the machine and dispose the gloves, cloths and swabs as chemical waste according to local regulations. 12. Close the top cover. IMPORTANT Make sure all covers are closed correctly to prevent cured ink in your system.
Page 121: Clean The Matrix Plate
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. IMPORTANT Use the prescribed cleaning liquid. Do not use any other cleaners.
Page 122 Clean the matrix plate 5. Open the media cover (1) and lift the lever of the manual maintenance door on the left (2). 6. Open the manual maintenance door (3). A light is switched on. IMPORTANT Do not use any external light source to prevent curing of the ink and damage to the printheads.
Page 123 Clean the matrix plate 10. Take out the matrix plate cleaning tool and check the stamp on the foam for ink accumulation. When accumulated ink between the printheads is visible, you have to perform the cleaning action again from step 8 with a new foam.
Page 124 Clean the matrix plate 13. Dampen a new swab with the cleaning liquid and clean the plate again to remove any remaining or non-visible ink. 14. Locate the black protection cover and inspect if it is polluted with ink, media dust or fibers. 15.
Page 125 Clean the matrix plate 18. Remove all tools from the machine and dispose the gloves, foam and swabs as chemical waste according to local regulations. 19. Close the manual maintenance door and the media cover. IMPORTANT Make sure all covers are closed correctly to prevent cured ink in your system. 20.
Page 126: Maintain The Printer
Maintain the printer Maintain the printer Refill ink Introduction You can refill ink easily without the risk of spilling ink. On the operator panel tap on the [Inks] icon on the right. You see an overview of the ink bottles and levels of remaining ink: •...
Page 127 Refill ink Before you begin IMPORTANT • Make sure you use official Océ Colorado 1640 ink. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, INCLUDING WHEN A USED, REFILLED OR THIRD PARTY INK HAS BEEN DETECTED, THE PRINTER WILL OPERATE UNDER SAFE MODE. THIS MODE IS...
Page 128 Refill ink 8. Place the bottle on the slot. The LED light under the handle slot starts blinking fast, wait until the light stops blinking. When the light stays on you can continue. 9. Hold the bottle with one hand and move the green handle back up with the other hand. The ink will pour out of the bottle.
Page 129: Replace The Maintenance Tray
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. IMPORTANT Only open the maintenance drawer when the operator panel displays a message allowing you to open it.
Page 130 Replace the maintenance tray 5. Go to the media input side and locate the maintenance drawer on the right. 6. Pull to open the maintenance drawer. 7. Take the lid out of the drawer. 8. Push the handle of the inner drawer and pull carefully to slide the maintenance tray to the front. Make sure to extend the drawer completely.
Page 131 Replace the maintenance tray 9. Lift the metal holder up. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 132 Replace the maintenance tray 10. Put the lid on the tray. 11. For both hands, put your thumb on the lid and your other fingers under the side reel. Squeeze to click and seal the lid completely. 12. Lift the maintenance tray out with both hands on the sides of the tray. Dispose the sealed maintenance tray as chemical waste according to local regulations.
Page 133 Replace the maintenance tray 15. Close the metal holder. 16. Push to slide the inner drawer to the back and let it click to close. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 134 Replace the maintenance tray 17. Take a new lid and place it in the outer drawer. 18. Dispose the gloves as chemical waste according to local regulations. 19. Push and close the maintenance drawer. 20. On the operator panel tap [Replaced] to confirm you replaced a full maintenance tray with an empty maintenance tray and end the action.
Page 135: Replace The Wiper
CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink.
Page 136 Replace the wiper 8. Locate the maintenance station with the wiper on the right hand side. 9. Hold the wiper with your left hand and use your right hand to pull the wiper holder on the right (1). Take the wiper out (2). CAUTION Be careful to touch, the wiper can be hot.
Page 137 Replace the wiper 12. Place a new wiper back. Put the left side in first and click the right side into the holder. Make sure the wiper is fully clicked into the holder. 13. Clean the matrix plate. For more information, see Clean the matrix plate on page 121.
Page 138: Replace The Knife
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. Procedure 1. Open the top cover from the media input side.
Page 139 Replace the knife 4. Go to the media output side and locate the knife compartment cover on the left. 5. Unscrew the screw on top of the cover with the Torx-25. CAUTION Mind your head. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 140 Replace the knife 6. Lift the cover up and take it out. 7. Locate the knife in the top right part of the compartment. 8. Unscrew the two screws of the knife (1-2) with the Torx-6. NOTE Hold a piece of paper under the knife to collect any falling screws. This way you make sure you do not lose any of the screws inside the machine.
Page 141 Replace the knife 10. Place a new knife with the wheel top-first in the rails and let it fall into position. Test to make sure the knife slides well on the rails. 11. Fasten the two screws, hand tight. 12. Place the knife compartment cover back into position. 13.
Page 142: Replace The Filters (Optional)
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. Procedure 1. On the operator panel tap on the [Tools] icon on the right.
Page 143 Replace the filters (optional) 8. Take the front filter box out by the green handles. Place it on a sturdy surface. 9. Slide the second filter box to the front and take it out by the green handles. Place it on a sturdy surface.
Page 144 Replace the filters (optional) 12. Pick up the filter box holder by the green handles. Place the box in the filter compartment with the higher handle on the left. Slide it to the back. 13. Pick up the second filter box holder by the green handles. Place the box in the filter compartment with the higher handle on the left.
Page 145: Replace The Lubricators
• Crosshead screwdriver • Lint free cloth (optional) CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. NOTE List of Océ...
Page 146 Replace the lubricators 7. Take a piece of paper and place it in the middle of the platen (2). 8. Carefully push the curing carriage to the middle of the platen over the paper. The paper will prevent any loose parts falling into the printer. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 147 Replace the lubricators 9. Locate the lubricators on the left side of the curing carriage. 10. Take a pin and place it in the hole of the upper lubricator (1). 11. Take a second pin and place it in the hole of the lower lubricator (2). Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 148 Replace the lubricators 12. Unscrew the two screws (1-2) on the lubricators' bracket with a crosshead screwdriver. 13. Remove the bracket with the lubricators. 14. Take a new bracket with lubricators and place the two pins in the lubricators' holes. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 149 Replace the lubricators 15. Place the new bracket with the lubricators into position. The bracket should fit into the positioning hole. 16. Fasten the two screws, hand tight (1). 17. Take the pins out of the lubricators (2). Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 150 Replace the lubricators 18. Locate the lubricators on the right side of the curing carriage. 19. Repeat steps 10 to 17. 20. When the lubricators on both sides have been replaced, remove the paper. 21. Dispose the gloves as chemical waste according to local regulations. 22.
Page 151: Refill The Chiller
• The operator panel gives an orange warning when you can refill the chiller. • The operator panel gives a red warning when you must refill the chiller. Before you begin Use Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed: • Demineralized water • Pouring can •...
Page 152 Refill the chiller 4. When the system has shut down, pull to open the cover under the roll winder. 5. Switch the power switch to the 'off' position. 6. Pull out the two power supply plugs from the sockets. 7. Go to the chiller side and locate the cover under the fan. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 153 Refill the chiller 8. Unscrew the left and right screws on top of the cover with the Torx-25. 9. Lift the cover a little up and towards you (1), then lift it up fully and take it out (2) 10. Locate the lid on top of the chiller. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 154 Refill the chiller 11. Pull to remove the lid. 12. Pour one liter of demineralized water from the bottle in the pouring can. IMPORTANT Use demineralized water, do not use any other liquid. 13. Place the pouring can on the chiller and fill the tank with the liquid. 14.
Page 155: Vacuum The Chiller
Vacuuming the chiller is part of periodic maintenance so the operator panel gives a warning when you should vacuum the chiller. Before you begin Use Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed: • Screwdriver (Torx-25) • Vacuum cleaner with a brush head Procedure 1.
Page 156 Vacuum the chiller 3. Lift the cover a little up and towards you (1), then lift it up fully and take it out (2). 4. Vacuum the condenser surface on the left side of the chiller, as indicated. Make sure you remove all the collected dust.
Page 157 Vacuum the chiller 7. When you vacuumed the chiller as part of periodic maintenance, on the operator panel tap on [Completed] to end the maintenance action. Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 158: Clean The Ink Unit
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. IMPORTANT Use the prescribed cleaning liquid. Do not use any other cleaners.
Page 159 Clean the ink unit 4. Take the empty bottle out of the slot. 5. Dispose the bottle as chemical waste according to local regulations. If preferred and possible, you can repeat the steps to take out all bottles. 6. Take a lint free cloth and clean the indicated areas surrounding the slots until all residue ink is gone.
Page 160: List Of Océ Colorado 1640 Maintenance Materials
List of Océ Colorado 1640 maintenance materials List of Océ Colorado 1640 maintenance materials Items to order The items listed below can be requested from your local representative: Maintenance material Used for Nitrile gloves Handling Océ Colorado 1640 UVgel ink.
Page 161 List of Océ Colorado 1640 maintenance materials Maintenance material Used for Cleaning liquid (IPA) Cleaning the printer when polluted with ink. IMPORTANT This cleaning liquid is not used for the matrix plate, maintenance station, wiper and clean wall, maintenance drawer.
Page 162 List of Océ Colorado 1640 maintenance materials Chapter 5 - Maintain the system...
Page 163: Chapter 6 Improve Quality
Chapter 6 Improve quality...
Page 164: General Workflow For Improving Quality
General workflow for improving quality General workflow for improving quality Introduction Follow the general workflow to solve quality problems and improve the output. The preconditions are that you: • Have performed maintenance regularly. Perform automatic and manual maintenance with incidents, and perform periodic maintenance Maintain the once a month or when the printer requests it.
Page 165: Print A Printhead Quality Check Chart
Print a printhead quality check chart Print a printhead quality check chart Introduction Print a printhead quality check chart to check your quality and identify any quality issues. If a problem is visible on the chart, you can change the necessary settings to optimize the quality. Procedure 1.
Page 166: Analyze The Printhead Quality Check Chart
Analyze the printhead quality check chart Analyze the printhead quality check chart Introduction When you have printed the printhead quality check chart, analyze the chart to help you solve your quality problem. Printhead quality check chart Each area can indicate a quality problem. Use the chart to identify your problem and solve it: Solve specific quality problems on page 217.
Page 167: Calibrate The Printhead
Calibrate the printhead Calibrate the printhead Introduction When you are unsure about the density of colors on your printed output, you can optimize the printhead performance. Perform a printhead calibration when you want to optimize colors. NOTE • You can only perform printhead calibration when you print without winding. For more Print without winding on page information, see •...
Page 168: Calibrate The Printhead Carriage
Calibrate the printhead carriage Calibrate the printhead carriage Introduction When your image is blurred or fuzzy the registration can be off. Calibrate the printhead carriage to align the registration. Before you begin First perform the following actions to try and solve your problem, before you calibrate the printhead carriage: 1.
Page 169: Configure The Network And Security Settings
Chapter 7 Configure the network and security settings...
Page 170: Configure The Network
Configure the network Configure the network Introduction At installation, the printer is connected to the network and connectivity settings are made. If necessary, you can change the network configuration settings on the user panel. Network overview Action Connection via The printer receives jobs from the RIP worksta- RAW TCP/IP (port 9100) tion The printer connects via the internet with the...
Page 171 Configure the network 4. Tap on [IPv4] to change the TCPIP v4 parameters. 5. Tap on [IPv6] to change the TCPIP v6 parameters. 6. Tap on Save to save the settings. 7. Tap on the [Back] arrow. 8. Tap on [Remote services]. One of the settings you can change are the [Proxy settings]. NOTE •...
Page 172: Configure Remote Assistance
Configure remote assistance Configure remote assistance Introduction Enable and configure remote assistance to give the service organization access to your system. The service technician is then able to operate your system and provide assistance remotely. Procedure 1. On the operator panel, tap on the [System] icon on the right. 2.
Page 173: Open The Settings Editor
Open the settings editor Open the settings editor Introduction Next to the settings on the operator panel, you can make some settings for connectivity and security in the settings editor of the printer. NOTE You can make some connectivity and security settings on the operator panel, for more Configure the network on page information see 170.
Page 174: Log In As A System Administrator
Log in as a System administrator Log in as a System administrator Introduction The System administrator settings are password protected. You have to log in as System administrator on the operator panel or in the settings editor to be able to change the system administrator settings.
Page 175 Log in as a System administrator Log in on the settings editor 1. Open the settings editor. 2. Click on [Visitor] in the top right corner. 3. Click on [Log in], select System administrator as [user name] and fill in the [password]. 4.
Page 176: Change The System Administrator Password
Change the System administrator password Change the System administrator password Introduction For security reasons it is advised to change the System administrator password during installation or immediately after. Next to that, you should change the password periodically. Before you begin Log in as System administrator in the settings editor.
Page 177: Configure A Mail Server For Password Recovery
Configure a mail server for password recovery Configure a mail server for password recovery Introduction When you have forgotten your System administrator password you can recover it, but only when you have configured an email server first. When to do Make sure you configure the mail server as soon as possible, otherwise you cannot recover your password.
Page 178 Configure a mail server for password recovery 7. In case of a secure connection, fill in the username under [Username]. If you do not know the username, ask your IT administrator. 8. In case of a secure connection, fill in the password under [Password]. If you do not know the username, ask your IT administrator.
Page 179: Troubleshoot The Mail Server Configuration
Troubleshoot the mail server configuration Troubleshoot the mail server configuration Introduction Follow the procedure below to troubleshoot any mail server configuration problems. When to do When in the settings editor, under [Configuration] →[Connectivity], you click on [Connection test] and the result is not [Ok]. Troubleshoot error messages Error Troubleshoot...
Page 180: Recover The System Administrator Password
Recover the System administrator password Recover the System administrator password Introduction When you have forgotten your System administrator password you can recover it. You can only recover your System administrator password via the settings editor. Before you begin You have to configure an email server first, so an email with a special link for password recovery Configure a mail server for password recovery on can be sent to you.
Page 181: Security In The System
Security in the system Security in the system Introduction The Océ Colorado 1640 is equipped with a Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSB 2016 operating system with the following security features: "http://downloads.oce.com" • OS patches released by Océ via • Several settings protected by the System administrator password on the operator panel and settings editor.
Page 182: Certificates Overview
Certificates overview Certificates overview Introduction There are two kinds of certificates: • Trusted certificates • Identity certificates Trusted certificates Trusted certificates allow the controller to recognize Root and intermediate certificates that may be sent by : • The mail server, with secure communication via HTTPS, when configuring or using it for System administrator password recovery.
Page 183: Import A Trusted Certificate
Import a trusted certificate Import a trusted certificate Introduction Your company can use trusted certificates to secure communication with a mail server or a proxy server. When this is the case, you must import the certificates in the settings editor to make sure the controller recognizes them.
Page 184: Enable The Use Of Https
Enable the use of HTTPS Enable the use of HTTPS Introduction You can enable the use of HTTPS to establish a secure communication between a browser and the controller for the settings editor access. To enable the use of HTTPS you have to install a valid identity certificate on the controller. In order to do this you have to: 1.
Page 185 You can find the protocol (HTTPS only/ HTTP or HTTPS) used for access to the settings editor under [Configuration] →[Security]. Note that WebDAV is not used for the Océ Colorado 1640. Chapter 7 - Configure the network and security settings...
Page 186: Troubleshoot The Use Of Https
Troubleshoot the use of HTTPS Troubleshoot the use of HTTPS Introduction When enabling the use of HTTPS fails, it can be caused by a PKCS7 certificate which is not supported by the printer. When you want to solve this problem: 1.
Page 187 Troubleshoot the use of HTTPS 9. Click on [Details] →[Copy to file]→[OK]. A wizard opens. 10. Click on [Next]. 11. Select [Base-64 encoded X.509 (.CER)] and click on [Next]. 12. Click on [Finish] and check that the export is successful. 13.
Page 188: Change The Https Security Settings
Change the HTTPS security settings Change the HTTPS security settings Introduction You can change the default HTTPS security settings to best fit your configuration. Illustration Procedure 1. Open the settings editor. 2. Click on [Configuration] →[Security]. 3. Click on [Edit] in the [HTTP/HTTPS] header. 4.
Page 189: Install Windows Updates
Install Windows updates Install Windows updates Introduction Install Windows updates, also called security patches, when they are available for your product "http://downloads.oce.com" Before you begin "http://downloads.oce.com" Go to . Open the page for your product and click on the Security tab to download the available security patches.
Page 190: Configure Prismasync Remote Control
Configure PRISMAsync Remote Control Configure PRISMAsync Remote Control Introduction When you want to use the PRISMAsync Remote Control app to monitor the Océ Colorado 1640 the System administrator has to configure the right settings first. Before you begin Make sure: •...
Page 191 Configure PRISMAsync Remote Control 8. Under [Add users for PRISMAsync cloud services] fill in the email addresses of the users of the PRISMAsync Remote Control app and click on [Add]. Here you can also remove users. NOTE Via settings editor, [Configuration] →[Connectivity]→[Open administration website] you can always log in with your administrator account and add or remove printers and users.
Page 192: Test Prismasync Remote Control
Test PRISMAsync Remote Control Test PRISMAsync Remote Control Introduction When you have configured PRISMAsync Remote Control, you can test the connection between PRISMAsync Remote Control and the cloud services. Before you begin Make sure you have configured PRISMAsync Remote Control. For more information, see Configure PRISMAsync Remote Control on page 190.
Page 193 Test PRISMAsync Remote Control • Make sure the account used for the PRISMAsync Remote Control app is a registered user. For Manage users for PRISMAsync Remote Control on page more information, see 194. Chapter 7 - Configure the network and security settings...
Page 194: Manage Users For Prismasync Remote Control
Manage users for PRISMAsync Remote Control Manage users for PRISMAsync Remote Control Introduction When you have configured PRISMAsync Remote Control you can manage the users via the cloud services administration website. Procedure 1. Open the settings editor. 2. Click on [Configuration] →[Connectivity]. 3.
Page 195: Make A Backup
Make a backup Make a backup Introduction It is advised to make a backup with confidential data and export it to a file to save on another location than the controller. The confidential data consists of: the System administrator password, identity certificates (including private key), trusted certificates. Procedure 1.
Page 196: Restore A Backup
Restore a backup Restore a backup Introduction When you have made a backup you can restore it. Before you begin You need to have a backup created before. It is highly recommended to have exported a backup. Make a backup on page For more information, see 195.
Page 197: Enable System Installation From Usb
Enable system installation from USB Enable system installation from USB Introduction Installation from a USB key is used by the Service technician for system installation or reinstallation. For security reasons related to USB, it is possible to disable installation from USB. Procedure 1.
Page 198 Enable system installation from USB Chapter 7 - Configure the network and security settings...
Page 199: Troubleshooting And Support
Chapter 8 Troubleshooting and support...
Page 200: Tips And Tricks
Tips and tricks Tips and tricks Introduction In order to use the Océ Colorado 1640 in the best way possible it is advised to follow the below listed tips and tricks. Subject Follow step by step actions Always follow the instruction given on the operator panel step by explained step in the specified order.
Page 201 Tips and tricks Subject Position media guides When you wind without a tension bar, position the media guides against the media for best winding quality. Print and wind without a tension bar on For more information, see page Print is not rolled up When you have taped your print to the take-up roll but the roll winder has not wound up your print, move the media towards the printer to start the winder.
Page 202: General Support
General support General support Change the regional settings Introduction You can change the language, system of measurement, date and time, or time zone under the regional settings on the operator panel. Procedure 1. On the operator panel, tap on the [System] icon on the right. 2.
Page 203: Set The Energy Save Modes
Set the energy save modes Set the energy save modes Introduction You can enable the energy save modes, automatic wake-up mode and automatic shutdown mode, via the settings editor. Set timers for each day of the week to wake up or turn off (standby mode) the printer.
Page 204: Download An Account Log File
Download an account log file Download an account log file Introduction For every job that is finished a record is added to the account log file. You can download the file via the settings editor to check the properties and counters of your job. On account log files •...
Page 205 Download an account log file Field Description printmode The name of the print mode that was used in the job. startdate <yyyy><mm><dd> The date the printer starts printing the job. starttime <hh>:<min>:<ss> The time the printer starts printing the job. activetime <num>:<min>:<ss>...
Page 206 Download an account log file Field Description printedarea <num> in 1 mm². Area of the media that is covered by images. This includes white pixels, and excludes any empty space surrounding the images. NOTE When the RIP nests images, the empty space is considered part of the image and included in the 'printedarea'.
Page 207: Move The Printer
Move the printer Move the printer You should not move the printer. When you want to move the printer, contact your local service representative. Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting and support...
Page 208: Turn The Printer On And Off
Turn the printer on and off Turn the printer on and off Introduction The printing system is powered on by the service technician at installation. You can turn the printer on or off via the button on the media output side. Procedure 1.
Page 209: General Troubleshooting
General troubleshooting General troubleshooting Stop the printer Introduction In case of problems or a dangerous situation you can stop the printer immediately. IMPORTANT Opening the top cover during operations, can result in uncured ink. Only perform this action when absolutely necessary. Procedure 1.
Page 210: Restart The Printer
Restart the printer Restart the printer Introduction You can restart the printer via the operator panel. You might be asked to restart the system to activate settings, or in case of a software issue it might help to restart the system. Procedure 1.
Page 211: Turn The Printer On After A Power Cut
Turn the printer on after a power cut Turn the printer on after a power cut Introduction When power has been cut to the machine, you have to power the machine on. The machine has to be on to keep the printer in optimal condition. Procedure 1.
Page 212: Remove Media From The Paper Path
• Use a knife that is sharp enough to cut the media. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink.
Page 213 Remove media from the paper path 2. Go to the media input side and open the media cover. 3. Take the knife and cut the media in the cutting guide. 4. Close the media cover. 5. Pull firmly to open the media drawer. Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting and support...
Page 214 If present, do this for both media rolls. 7. Close the media drawer. 8. Put on the Océ Colorado 1640 approved nitrile gloves. 9. Open the top cover. 10. Carefully push the curing carriage to the left over the filters (1).
Page 215 Remove media from the paper path 13. Fold the media towards you, from output side to input side, until the transport pinch. 14. Hold the folded media and pull the media from the transport pinch. 15. Dispose the media as chemical waste. 16.
Page 216: Cancel The Replacement Of A Maintenance Tray
Cancel the replacement of a maintenance tray Cancel the replacement of a maintenance tray Introduction When you open the maintenance drawer the operator panel displays a message that you have to replace the maintenance tray. When you did this by accident, and you do not have to replace the maintenance tray you can cancel the replacement.
Page 217: Solve Specific Quality Problems
Solve specific quality problems Solve specific quality problems Before you try to solve specific quality problems, make sure you have already checked and tried the general workflow for maintaining and improving quality. General workflow for improving quality on page For more information, see 164.
Page 218: Gloss Banding
Gloss banding Gloss banding Introduction Solve gloss banding on your print. Banding that is a disturbance in the gloss of the print in the carriage direction, repeated every swath. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved.
Page 219 Gloss banding 2. When you print in [High Quality] print mode and you see gloss banding in a swath, tune (depending on your media type) the [Printer platen temperature] with steps of 2 degrees Celsius . 2. Tune the [Precure] setting with small steps of 1 or 2, when printing in [Speciality], [High quality], Change the media settings on page 55 [Production] print mode.
Page 220: Banding At Swath Boundary
Banding at swath boundary Banding at swath boundary Introduction Solve banding at swath boundary on your print. Banding that shows at swath boundary as light lines, dark lines, or gloss differences. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved.
Page 221 Banding at swath boundary After you finish When the problem is not solved, contact your application specialist or local Service representative. Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting and support...
Page 222: Banding Within Swaths
Banding within swaths Banding within swaths Introduction Solve white/light lines within a swath or complete light or darker swaths on your print. It appears in one or various colors. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved.
Page 223 Banding within swaths 4. Check if the [Media thickness] setting in the RIP is correct. Change the media settings on page 55 After you finish When the problem is not solved, contact your application specialist or local Service representative. Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting and support...
Page 224: Wrinkles In Black
Wrinkles in black Wrinkles in black Introduction Solve wrinkles in black on your print. Wrinkles show as rough repeating patterns especially in black. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved. Wrinkles Procedure 1.
Page 225: Graininess
Graininess Graininess Introduction Solve graininess on your print. Graininess is a visibility of non-uniform distributed ink drops on your print. The reason for this can be incorrect alignment or coalescence. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved. Graininess Procedure 1.
Page 226 Graininess [5] Without coalescence no graininess visible 6. Select a higher quality print mode. Select a print mode on page After you finish When the problem is not solved, contact your application specialist or local Service representative. Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting and support...
Page 227: Unsharp Lines And Text
Unsharp lines and text Unsharp lines and text Introduction Solve unsharp lines and text on your print. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved. Procedure 1. When you see a HALO effect caused by exceptional spreading of ink on the media before curing, Select a print mode on page select a faster print mode.
Page 228 Unsharp lines and text [8] Text at low temperature 3. Perform media calibration. Calibrate the media on page 4. Check if the media settings in the RIP are correct, especially [Media thickness]. Change the media settings on page 5. Perform printhead calibration. Calibrate the printhead on page 167.
Page 229: Fisheye
Fisheye Fisheye Introduction Solve fisheye on your print. Fisheye are tiny white dots created by retraction of ink. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved. Fisheye Procedure Select a print mode on page 1.
Page 230: Smudging
Smudging Smudging Introduction Solve smudges on your print. Smudging of ink occurs because the top layer is not fully cured. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved. NOTE Note that smudging usually improves over time (hrs). Smudging Procedure 1.
Page 231: Adhesion
Adhesion Adhesion Introduction Solve problems with adhesion, especially for self-adhesive vinyl applications in [High quality] print mode. When the ink does not settle on the media sufficiently, you can have issues with adhesion. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved.
Page 232: Media Touches
Media touches Media touches Introduction Prevent media touches from happening. When the media touches the printhead or printhead carriage, the print gets pollutes or smudged. Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved. Media touches Procedure 1.
Page 233: Solve Specific Media Transport Problems
Solve specific media transport problems Solve specific media transport problems Next to specific quality problems resulting in artefacts, you can also see media touches or a lower print quality caused by media transport problems. Problems in media transport can usually be observed through the top cover when you watch the media being transported over the platen.
Page 234: Wrinkling Media
Wrinkling media Wrinkling media Introduction Solve media touches or print quality artefacts caused by the wrinkling of media in the transport direction. When you are using a weaker media such as textile or canvas which is not fed in the printer correctly or you are using a media type that is humid-sensitive, the media can start to wrinkle on the platen in the transport direction.
Page 235: Waves In Media
Waves in media Waves in media Introduction Solve media touches or print quality artefacts caused by waves in the media. When media is weak and or of a relatively narrow media width (<1000mm) the vacuum suction can be too low and the media will start to move over the platen in a wave motion.
Page 236: Curling Media
Curling media Curling media Introduction Solve media touches or print quality artefacts caused by the curling of media. When you are using a stiff media at the leading edge of the roll, the media can get a leading edge curl. When you are using a multi-layer based media with high ink coverage at the side edge or a media stored in high humidity, the media can get a side-edge curl.
Page 237 Curling media 4. Use a different media type. Chapter 8 - Troubleshooting and support...
Page 238: Drifting Media
Drifting media Drifting media Introduction Solve printing over the side edges of the media caused by the drifting of media. When media is not rolled up evenly on the core or the media is not fed in the printer correctly, the media will drift on the platen.
Page 239: Clean Ink Pollution On The Printer
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. IMPORTANT This cleaning liquid (IPA) is not used for cleaning the matrix plate, maintenance station, wiper and clean wall, maintenance drawer.
Page 240: Clean The Media Cover
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. Procedure 1. Put on the Océ Colorado 1640 approved nitrile gloves.
Page 241 Clean the media cover 3. Inspect if the media cover is polluted on the inside. 4. Take a lint free cloth and clean the media cover. 5. Dampen the cloth with the cleaning liquid to remove any remaining ink. IMPORTANT Use the prescribed cleaning liquid.
Page 242: Clean The Platen
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. Procedure 1. Make sure the printer is not printing.
Page 243 Clean the platen 6. Dampen the cloth with the cleaning liquid to remove any remaining ink. IMPORTANT • Use the prescribed cleaning liquid. Do not use any other cleaners. • Do not wet the platen directly, as you can damage the printheads. 7.
Page 244: Clean The Guide Plate And Replace The Foams And Roller Assy
160. CAUTION Wear the Océ Colorado 1640 prescribed nitrile gloves. You can only wear the gloves for ten minutes. After ten minutes you must put on new gloves to prevent contact with the ink. Procedure 1. Make sure the printer is not printing and the guide plate is in open position.
Page 245 Clean the guide plate and replace the foams and roller assy 4. Go to the media output side and locate the guide plate with the roller assy and foams. 5. Locate the roller assy under the guide plate. 6. Pull to take out the roller. 7.
Page 246 Clean the guide plate and replace the foams and roller assy IMPORTANT Use the prescribed cleaning liquid. Do not use any other cleaners. 14. Dispose the gloves and cloth as chemical waste according to local regulations. 15. Take the new foams and slide them in place. 16.
Page 247: Index
Index Index Media drawer........... Media input side..........19 About this guide............Media output side..........Account log file.............204 Printer sides............18 Actions on a job............107 Roll winder............17 Advance correction..........Top cover open..........App PRISMAsync Remote Control......109 Confidential data backup........Automatic advance correction....55, 105, Configure mail server........177, Automatic maintenance.......112, Configure PRISMAsync Remote Control....
Page 248 Index HTTPS..............184 Media settings............Media step control..........200 Media thickness............Media touches............Icon..............107, Media workflow............Identity certificate......... 182, Moist sensitivity............58 Improve quality.............200 Move the printer........... Indicator..............Move up job............Ink................Ink clean..............Ink pollution............refill..............126 New media profile Caldera........Install media profile Caldera........37 New media profile Onyx........
Page 249 Index Stop the printer.............209 Submit a job............105 Quality Suitable for printer cutter........Bulging media..........Support..............14 Color banding..........217 Swabs..............Curling media..........Sync and delete media types Caldera....Drifting media..........238 Sync and delete media types Onyx...... Fisheye............System administrator login......... Gloss banding..........System administrator password....
Page 250 Index Workflow media............. Wrinkles in black...........224 Wrinkling media...........
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Oce Colorado 1640 Operation Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Explore the System

Chapter 3 Handle the Media

Chapter 4 Print a Job

Chapter 5 Maintain the System

Chapter 6 Improve Quality

Chapter 7 Configure the Network and Security Settings

Chapter 8 Troubleshooting and Support

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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