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Roland VersaCAMM VS-420 Manual

Ink switching method, with white ink
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About this Manual
This manual explains how to switch the ink being used from ECO-SOL MAX ink (hereinafter called MAX ink) to ECO-SOL
MAX 3 ink (hereinafter called MAX 3 ink). *
To prevent the ink from mixing, perform operations according to the procedures given in this manual.
* The colors that can be switched to MAX 3 ink are cyan, magenta, yellow, black, light cyan, and light magenta. Colors with
MAX 3 ink are different than with MAX ink.
* For white and metallic silver, use ECO-SOL MAX 2 ink (hereinafter called MAX 2 ink). Colors with MAX 2 ink are different
than with MAX ink.
 To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product's performance, please be sure to read through this
manual completely and store it in a safe location.
 Unauthorized copying or transferral, in whole or in part, of this manual is prohibited.
 The contents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without notice.
 The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible. If you find any misprints or errors,
please inform us.
 Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may occur through use of this product,
regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product.
Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may occur with respect to any article
made using this product.
Ink Switching Method
(With White Ink)
ECO-SOL MAX
ECO-SOL MAX3

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  • Page 1  The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible. If you find any misprints or errors, please inform us.  Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage that may occur through use of this product, regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    When Operations Are Interrupted ..................... 23 Actions When the Cleaning/Wiper Replacement Operation Is Interrupted ............23  In this operation manual, excluding the case where "Roland VersaWorks" is shown on the computer screen, "Roland VersaWorks" is written as "VersaWorks."  Most of the figures in this manual depict the VS-640.

  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction Overall Flow Preparation before Operations STEP 1: Checking the Package Contents (P. 4 ) STEP 2: Checking the Replacement Ink Cartridges (P. 4 ) STEP 3: Checking the Necessary Files (P. 5 ) STEP 4: Writing a Memo with the VersaWorks Settings (P. 5 ) Switching the Ink STEP 1: Updating the Printer Unit Firmware (P.

  • Page 4: Preparation Before Operations

    Preparation before Operations STEP 1: Checking the Package Contents This kit contains the following items. Make sure they are all present and accounted for. Items used during ink switching Cleaning sticks Tweezers (1) Gloves (1 set) Wiper (1) SOL INK cleaning cartridg- Felt wiper (1) Drain bottles (3) Drain funnel (1)

  • Page 5: Step 3: Checking The Necessary Files

    Check that the following files are present.  Firmware: VSFirm490.exe (in the "Firmware" folder)  Updater: LocalUpdater.exe (Ver. 5.5.0 or later; in the "Roland VersaWorks local updater" folder) If the above files are not present, download them from the following URL.

  • Page 6: Switching The Ink

    Switching the Ink STEP 1: Updating the Printer Unit Firmware Use the file that you have downloaded to update the firmware of the printer unit to a version that supports MAX 3 ink. For the update method, refer to "Readme.pdf," the file that you downloaded at the same time as the firmware. STEP 2: Switching the Ink Display the [CHANGE INK SET] menu.
  • Page 7 Switching the Ink  Install the drain bottle.  Press  Remove all the currently inserted ink cartridges. Clean the ink paths. (Required time: Approx. 20 to 25 minutes)  Insert new SOL INK cleaning cartridges into all the slots. Do not use previously used SOL INK cleaning cartridges.
  • Page 8 Switching the Ink  When the screen on the left is displayed, remove all the SOL INK cleaning cartridges. Switch the ink cartridges. (Required time: Approx. 20 to 25 minutes)  Before you insert the new ink cartridge for each color, gently shake the cartridge. ...

  • Page 9: Step 3: Cleaning Of The Periphery Of The Print Heads (Manual Cleaning)

    30 minutes.  Never use any implements other than the included cleaning sticks. Cotton swabs or other lint-producing items may damage the print heads. If you use up the cleaning sticks, purchase new ones from your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
  • Page 10 Switching the Ink  Remove the cut rail Press Screw Cut rail  When the screen shown in the figure appears, attach the cover L. You will open the cover again later in the procedure, so there is no need to fix the cover in place with screws.
  • Page 11 Switching the Ink Perform the manual cleaning.  Touch the location shown in the figure to discharge any static electricity.  Put on the pair of gloves (included).  Moisten the cleaning stick with the cleaning liquid. Use the cleaning liquid that you have been using since before switching the ink.
  • Page 12 Switching the Ink  Press  When the screen shown in the figure appears, attach the cover R. You will open the cover again later in the procedure, so there is no need to fix the cover in place with screws. ...

  • Page 13: Step 4: Replacing The Wiper And Felt Wiper

    Switching the Ink STEP 4: Replacing the Wiper and Felt Wiper CAUTION Be sure to perform operations as specified by the instructions, and never touch any area not specified in the instructions. Failure to observe these instructions may cause the machine to move suddenly, resulting in injury.
  • Page 14 Switching the Ink  Press  When the screen shown in the figure appears, attach the cover R. You will open the cover again later in the procedure, so there is no need to fix the cover in place with screws. Replace the felt wiper.

  • Page 15: Step 5: Bidirectional Printing Correction

    Switching the Ink  Press  When the screen shown in the figure appears, attach the cover R. Screw Cover R Hook  Close the front cover. The screen shown in the figure appears, and then cleaning starts. When this screen appears, the "Replacing the Wiper and Felt Wiper" step is finished. STEP 5: Bidirectional Printing Correction Refer to the user's manual of the printer you are using to perform the bidirectional printing correction.

  • Page 16: Step 7: Updating Versaworks

    When only a printer that has been switched to MAX 3 ink is connected to VersaWorks Initialize VersaWorks.  Windows VISTA/7 Click the [Start] ( ) menu. Click [All Programs] (or [Programs]) > [Roland VersaWorks] > [Initialize Application]. Windows 8 Right-click in the [Start] screen. Click [All apps]. Click [Initialize Application] for Roland VersaWorks.
  • Page 17 Switching the Ink Reconnect a printer that has been switched to MAX 3 ink to VersaWorks.  Start VersaWorks. The [Printer Settings] screen will appear.  Set [IP Address] to the IP address of the printer that has been switched to MAX 3 ink. ...
  • Page 18 Switching the Ink  If there are multiple printers that have been switched to MAX 3 ink, click     Repeat steps to reconnect to these printers that have been switched to MAX 3 ink.  Click [OK]. This completes the operations to switch to MAX 3 ink.
  • Page 19 Switching the Ink Reconnect a printer that has been switched to MAX 3 ink to VersaWorks.  Click  Set [IP Address] to the IP address of the printer that was temporarily deleted (the printer that has been switched to MAX 3 ink). ...

  • Page 20: Important: Changes And Precautions After Switching The Ink

    Important: Changes and Precautions after Switching the Ink Change: Manual Cleaning Required after Daily Operations Finish After switching to MAX 3 ink, you have to perform manual cleaning after daily operations. Also, the locations to clean during this manual cleaning differ from those prior to switching to MAX 3 ink. * This manual cleaning is explained in "Manual Cleaning of Print Head"...

  • Page 21: Change: Cleaning Locations During Manual Cleaning

    Important: Changes and Precautions after Switching the Ink Change: Cleaning Locations During Manual Cleaning Clean the locations indicated in the following figure when performing manual cleaning after switching to MAX 3 ink. Exercise special care in wiping off any accumulated ink.You can make the accumulated ink easier to clean off by applying cleaning liquid to the cleaning locations, and then wiping these locations off with the cleaning stick.

  • Page 22: When Not In Use For A Prolonged Period, Precaution 1

    Important: Changes and Precautions after Switching the Ink When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period, Precaution 1 In advance, insert ink cartridges that have a large amount of ink remaining. If the ink runs out, the machine will not be able to periodically perform automatic maintenance. If the machine is left in this state, the print heads may malfunction.

  • Page 23: When Operations Are Interrupted

    When Operations Are Interrupted Actions When the Cleaning/Wiper Replacement Operation Is Interrupted  STEP 3: Cleaning of the Periphery of the Print Heads (Manual Cleaning)  STEP 4: Replacing the Wiper and Felt Wiper If you interrupt the above operations partway through the procedure, you cannot continue the operations with the proce- dures in this manual.
  • Page 24 R1-150714 DOC-1303...

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