Content 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Table of contents GENERAL ..............................7 ................7 NFORMATION ON THIS OPERATING MANUAL ..................... 8 XPLANATION OF SYMBOLS ......................9 IMITATION OF IABILITY ........................ 9 ARRANTY LAUSE ....................10 LEANING AND MAINTENANCE .......................... 10 OPYRIGHT ......................
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Content 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET LX-Print head ......................... 103 MX print head ........................ 104 ....................105 ROUBLE SHOOTING TASKS Cleaning the ink cartridge ....................105 Rinsing and bleeding the HP ink cartridge with the ink activator ........106 Air in the HP cartridges ....................108 Cleaning LX ink cartridges .....................
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General Information on this operating manual This manual enables safe and effective use of the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET. The Operating manual is a component of the device and must be stored close to the device to be accessible to the staff at all times. The staff must have read this manual thoroughly and understand the content before starting any work.
General 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Explanation of symbols Safety notes Safety notes are identified by symbols in this manual. The safety notes are preceded by mnemonics signifying the severity of the hazard. It is imperative to observe the safety notes and to act with awareness to avoid accidents, injury to persons and material damage.
General 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Limitation of Liability All pieces of information and notes of this manual have been arranged in consideration of applicable standards and regulations, state-of-the-art technology as well as our cognition and experiences over many years.
General 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Cleaning and maintenance There are no moving parts in the print head requiring regular maintenance. However, for printing onto outer packaging (e.g. cartons, trays, sacks, etc.) it must be expected that dust and fibre particles carried along are freed and adhere to the nozzle plate of the print head.
Declaration of conformity The design and Construction of the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET, as well as the model distributed by us, comply with the basic safety requirements for low voltage apparatus and EMC guidelines, in their latest versions.
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General 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Technical terms Description Light emitting diode Lexmark – Manufacturer for ink cartridges LX Cartridge Ink Cartridge from Lexmark Maintenance station Includes power supply, vacuum pump and catch tank for the MX print head Multiline MX...
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General 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Technical terms Description Print width The number of pixel can be increased or decreased using this parameter. The print image becomes narrower or wider. Product sensor A sensor for the detection of the product. Mostly used are optical...
Non-observance of the operating instructions and safety notes specified in this manual may pose severe danger. Responsibility of the operating company The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET is used in the commercial sector. The company operating the device must therefore comply with the statutory occupational safety regulations.
Safety 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Staff requirements Qualifications WARNING! Inadequate qualification poses danger of injury! Improper use may lead to severe personal injury and to material damage. Therefore: –all tasks to be performed only by staff qualified for the task.
The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET has been designed, built and must be used exclusively for the intended purpose described. The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET serves to create print images and to print these from the top or side onto smooth and absorbent product surfaces, positioned on a conveyor belt.
Safety 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Personal protective equipment Personal protective equipment must be worn whilst working in order to minimise the risk of impairment to health. Wear the protective equipment required for the work at all times, whilst working.
Safety 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Special hazards The following section identifies the remaining risks, determined following a risk analysis. Observe the safety notes listed here and the warnings in other chapters of the manual to minimise health hazards and avert hazardous situations.
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Safety 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Sharp edges and pointed corners CAUTION! Edges and corners pose risk of injury! Sharp edges and pointed corners may cause abrasions and cuts to the skin. Therefore: – Be cautious when working near sharp edges and pointed corners.
Technical data 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Supply voltage The switching threshold of the inputs is 12V ± 2V. The sensors / encoders must be designed for 24V operating voltage. E.g. 24V + - 10% or 10V – 30V The inputs are NPN as standard, but can be switched to PNP with the iDesign software.
128, UPC A, UPC E 2D-Codes GS1-Datamatrix, Datamatrix, QR-Code Automatic functions Date, time, counter, variable, customized links Not available in all Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET versions Graphic Monochrome bitmap graphics can be created with Paint, for example, or other software. Text storage Max.
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300dpi m/min HiSpeed Version bei 300dpi m/min Barcodes max. m/min Only available for Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET PRO Max. print speed with MX print m/min heads at 200 dpi Max. print speed with XR print m/min heads at 180 dpi Print direction L/R or R/L, from top or side.
Technical data 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Inks HP inks Specification Type Black Cartridge HP STABL Cartridge HP MIBL 2 Cartridge HP Ultra Black Cartridge HP 2580 Cartridge HP SDBLK3 Cartridge HP WDBLK1 Cartridge HP WDBLK2 Color Cartridge HP RCBLU...
Technical data 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Nameplate controller The nameplate is attached to the bottom of the device and displays the following: System type Serial number Supply voltage Power consumption Address of manufacturer System Ser.
Technical data 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Scope of delivery 1 x Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET controller 1 x Power cable 1 x DVD, content: Chapter DVD content, Page 126 1 x Operating manual (DVD) 1 x iDesign-Software (DVD) ...
Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Transport, packaging and storage Installation and commissioning is performed exclusively by the manufacturer’s staff or by persons authorised by the manufacturer. However, in the course of installation, operators or maintenance staff of the operating company may be entrusted with the handling of packages.
Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Symbols on packaging This way up The arrowheads indicate the top of the package. They must always face upward to avoid damage to the content. Fragile Identifies packages with fragile or sensitive contents.
Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Packaging On packaging The individual packages are packed in accordance with the expected transport conditions. Only environmentally-friendly materials were used for packaging. Packaging serves to protect the individual components against transport damage, corrosion and other damage, up to the assembly stage.
Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Storage Packages may have additional storage instructions exceeding the requirements listed here. Observe such notes. Storage controller Store the controller under the following conditions: Do not store outdoors. Keep dry and free of dust.
Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Storage MX or XR print heads Store the MX or XR print heads under following conditions: When a print head with ink is stored or not used for more than six months, ink deposits may form, which can result in the clogging of different nozzles.
Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Storage HP ink cartridge New original sealed ink cartridges have a shelf life of up to 1 year. Observe the printed expiry date! The shelf life of different cartridge types differs.
Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Storage LX ink cartridge New original sealed ink cartridges have a shelf life of up to 1 year. Observe the printed expiry date! The shelf life of different cartridge types differs.
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Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET To insert the LX-ink cartridge in the CartClip Insert the ink cartridge in the CartClip as illustrated. Pull the nose of the cartclip slightly to the back until the cartridge click into place.
Transport, packaging and storage 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Storage MX ink bottles New original ink bottles can be stored up to one year. Please have a look at the printed best before date! The shelf life can be varying with the different ink types.
The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET can control both thermal and piezoelectric print heads. The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET permit a wide range of print images on products, i.e. product descriptions, graphics, quantities, best before dates, barcodes and serial number.
The connectors on the system back for power supply, encoder, photo sensor and other in-/outputs The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET can be mounted in a cabinet direct on a top hat rail. Fig. 8: Controller XB4JET Fig. 9: Controller XB8JET Seite 38 von 162...
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Fig. 10: Controller XB4JET back-/connection side Description ALARM SENSOR ENCODER START BUTTON STATUS LED POWER CONNECTION RS 232 PRINT HEAD CONNECTIONS NETWORK CONNECTION USB-B USB-A OPTIONAL IN-/OUTPUTS Seite 39 von 162...
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Print heads HP – print heads The print heads will be installed with mounting brackets at the production line directly. The HP print heads consist of: Cartridge bracket Ink cartridge ...
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET The HP print head works with original Hewlett-Packard ink cartridges. The HP print heads are available as single model or as cascaded version up to four print heads. A single print head has a maximum print height of 12.5 mm and increase 12.5 mm with each further print head as cascaded version (four print heads = 50 mm).
72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET SmartCard Functionality The Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET print system is equipped in the MK2 version with SmartCard identification of the cartrigdes. The HP MK2 printhead has an additional contact block which connects the SmartCard chip with the analysis electronics by insertion of the SmartCard cartridge.
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET SmartCard Functions The SmartCard functions are supported by software version 2.016 and higher. Automatic storage of the ink filling level in 1% steps. The correct ink level of a cartridge is always detected, even by changing the cartridges.
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET LX print heads The print heads will be installed with mounting brackets at the production line directly. The LX print heads consist of: Cartridge bracket Ink cartridge Controller connector ...
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET The LX print heads are available in two different versions: LX MK2 Version 1 – flat version, with connector at the back LX MK2 Version 2 – version with connector at the bottom Detailed dimensional drawing see appendix.
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The drying time can be realized with a blower or heater. The system is optimized for Weber cartridges. The ink settings (Fire pulse, spitting, warming) will set optimal by using Weber cartridges. These values cannot determine and set by using other cartridges. Then the ink level is 1% (warning level).
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET MX print heads The print heads will be installed with mounting brackets at the production line directly. With suspicion of arise shocks or vibrations of the conveyor belt install the print head on a separate floor stand.
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Fig. 16: Trident print head, MX 50 Compact model Fig. 17: Trident print head, MX 50 Top model Fig. 18: Trident print head, MX 50 Vario model Seite 49 von 162...
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Print head distance: The distance from nozzle to nozzle is 150 mm if two or more print heads will be installed to print 150 mm or higher. The 50mm print head (if needed) must the top print head.
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Trident – print head module MX 100 / 50 Material damage The nozzle plate can be damaged by incorrect disassembly. Therefore: Never remove the nozzle plate - this would invalidate the warranty.
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET The Trident print heads are available as single version. Up to 4 print heads can be cascaded. The single print head as 50 version has a maximum print height of 50 mm, the 100 version a print height of 100 mm.
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Example for assembly: Fig. 21: Level system unit – print head module with top application Fig. 22: Level system unit – print head module with top system and printing from side Seite 53 von 162...
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Function principle: The ink is distributed in the ink channels through capillary action. In order to optimise the viscosity of the ink, the head is heated to approximately 35°C (with ScanTrue II ink). Or 65°C (with Versa ink).
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Maintenance station The maintenance station includes the power supply for the voltage of the print head. If the power supply is switched on, the green LED is lights. Furthermore the maintenance station includes a vacuum pump and a bottle to detect the polluted ink.
The print images can be created directly with PC installed iDesign software and can be loaded in/or sent to the Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET by means of a USB stick, USB or a network or a serial EIA 232 connection.
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Print head The ink is distributed in the ink channels through capillary action. Each ink channel contains a piezo tappet that contracts when an electrical pulse is applied. At the end of the pulse, the tappet expands suddenly and pushes the ink against the nozzle plate.
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Complete overview XR71 Fig. 17: XR 71 Description INK BOTTLE CONTROL PANEL WITH ENTRY KEYS, LED STATUS LIGHT, USB-A-SOCKET FRONT PLATE NOZZLE PLATE VENT COCK Seite 58 von 162...
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Fig. 1: XR 71 Description POWER SOCKET OPTION (SUB-D 15 POL) RELEASE BUTTON INK BOTTLE BOTTLE FOR EXCESS INK MOUNTING BRACKET Seite 59 von 162...
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. versions The Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. is available in following versions: Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden.Compact: max. print height 71 mm Fig. 2: XR 71 Compact ...
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Fig. 4: XR 71 Top Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. Top for printing from side: max. print height Standard hose length 1m Fig. 5:XR 71 Top for printing from the side...
Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET XAAR – print head module XR Material damage The print head can be damaged by incorrect disassembly. Therefore: – Never remove the print head - this would invalidate the warranty. The print head XR71 has 500 selectable channels / nozzles on 71 mm in the nozzle plate.
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET In vertically or diagonally traversed products, the ink system must be installed horizontally and the head must turn in running direction. Compact system is not suitable here because the head cannot be rotated independently of the ink system.
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Assembly and function 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Fig. 0-8: Level system unit – print head module with top system and printing from side Only those inks listed on the gummed label of the unit may be used in the system.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Installation and initial operation Installation and commissioning is normally performed by the manufacturer’s staff or by persons authorised by the manufacturer. After commissioning, the operator is instructed and trained by the operating company.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Installation Controller installation IMPORTANT: To prevent faults due to potential differences, an electro-conductive connection between control unit and conveyor belt must be established. CAUTION! Material damage due to improper controller installation! With the controller switched on, a defect may occur in the system electronics.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Installation must be performed by specialised staff: Mount the control system with the pre-assembled spring clip at a 35 mm DIN-cap rail. For an alternative mounting of the control system are two (XB4JET) or four (XB8JET) bushings at the bottom side of the system.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET If a traffic light (accessory) is installed, connect the traffic light cable to the Alarm socket (Fig. 24/6) and tighten. 10. If external inputs are installed, connect the input cable to the Extern socket (Fig. 24/7) tighten.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET XB8JET setup Instruction Connect the XB8JET to only power. Not to Ethernet. Switch the system on and wait that it is started up complete. About 30 seconds Take an empty USB stick and connect to USB A head 1-4. Wait that the status LED stops blinking.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Connect the USB-stick to USB A head 1-4 and wait that the status LED stops blinking. 10. Connect the USB-stick to USB A head 5-8. Wait that the status LED stops blinking.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET 14. Connect the USB-stick to USB A head 5-8 and wait that the status LED stops blinking. 15. Connect the Ethernet cable to the XB8ET and you should see both units connected via Ethernet.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET HP print head installation To achieve a clean and sharp printing result, the distance between the product to be printed and the nozzle plate of the print head is important. The optimal distance is 0 to 4 mm.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Conveyor direction Photo sensor Fig. 26: Photo sensor installation Connect the light barrier cable to the connector of the photo sensor and tighten. Using the two screws supplied, mount the light barrier to the print head (Fig. 26) in such a way that the product to be printed passes the light barrier before passing the print head.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Inserting / remove the HP ink cartridge With the printing process switched on, a print head electronics fault may arise. Therefore: Replace the cartridge only when the printing process is switched off.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Remove the HP ink cartridge from the print head: Press diagonal upwards at the end of cartridge. Tip the cartridge from behind upwards. Remove the ink cartridge upwards. Fig. 29: Remove HP ink cartridge...
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET LX print head installation To achieve a clean and sharp printing result, the distance between the product to be printed and the nozzle plate of the print head is important. The optimal distance is 0 to 8 mm.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Conveyor direction Photo sensor Fig. 31: Photo sensor installation Connect the light barrier cable to the connector of the photo sensor and tighten. Using the two screws supplied, mount the light barrier to the print head (Fig. 26) in such a way that the product to be printed passes the light barrier before passing the print head.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Insert / remove LX ink cartridge With the printing process switched on, a print head electronics fault may arise. Therefore: Replace the cartridge only when the printing process is switched off.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET The correct place of an ink cartridge is also shown in the iDesign status menu. The LED on the LX print head changes from red to green if the cartridge is inserted correctly.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET MX print head IMPORTANT: To prevent faults due to potential differences, an electro-conductive connection between control unit and conveyor belt must be established. CAUTION! Material damage due to improper controller installation! With the controller switched on, a defect may occur in the system electronics.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET 4. Open Ink system! Remove the plastic ink system cover. The ink system reservoir features a vent cap that has to be opened prior to commissioning. This cap then remains permanently open and is only closed again if the print head and ink system must be dismantled and, for example, relocated.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Compact mounting bracket The Multiline MX Compact mounting bracket is used to install the print head in the Compact model. The print head and ink system are consolidated into a single unit.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Installation of the XR print head Material damage due to improper print system installation! With the print system switched on, a defect may occur in the system electronics. Therefore: – Only install the system when it is switched off.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Step Procedure 0 – 5mm Fig. 0-1: Installation of a XR 71 at the production line Lock the system unit by tightening the Allen screws. A product deflector / guidance in running direction in front of the print head should be mounted to protect the print head.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Top mounting bracket In preparation Note the following if the Multiline MX / XR Top mounting bracket cannot be used and you have to use your own bracket: The level between the print head and the ink system has to be set accurately at all times.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Inserting the Trident ink cartridge Unscrew the large protecting cover of the ink system, wipe it clean and store it inside the ink system housing. Then remove the protective foil from the screw thread of the ink cartridge.
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Bleed the MX print head Material damage due to ink leavings! It can come to undesirable contamination of the environment by squirting ink during the purging of the MX print head.
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Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Step Procedure Fig. 38: Purge the nozzles Remove the locking clamp from the nozzle plate and store it in a convenient place. Fig. 39: Remove the locking clamp Seite 90 von 162...
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Rinsing the MX print head Material damage due to ink leavings! Rinsing of the MX-Top print head results increased ink consumption and can lead to undesirable contamination of the environment. Therefore: –...
Installation and initial operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Configuration of the print technology The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET can control the print technologies HP, LX and MX. The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET has two channels, which provide a combination of the different print technologies.
Operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Operation Switch on / Switch off On-off switch on the back of the system Fig. 40: On-off switch on the back of the system Switching on For switch on the system activate the switch on the back.
Operation 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Indicator lights Indicator lights at the controller Symbol Function Description Reason Sensor-LED GREEN: Busy Lights from start to print end YELLOW: Start signal present No print text RED: Failure No encoder signal Encoder is to fast GREEN: O.K.
72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Web-Interface There is the option to make settings on the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET by the Web browser via a PC, which is connected with the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET. On this the IP of the respective system has to be entered in the address bar of the Web browser.
72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Configurable Inputs and Outputs The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET controller offers the possibility of the M12 (ALARM) and the 15-pin SUB-D connector (EXTERNAL) to use as additional inputs / outputs. The used pins of the pin assignment see page 128 for further details.
Create a print image No print images can be created on the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET controller itself. Print images can be created and processed with the iDesign software stored on the USB stick. For this purpose, this must be installed on a commercially available PC (follow the enclosed iDesign operating instructions).
72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Load print image The print image in the print memory is printed by the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET controller after each light barrier impulse on the product surface. A print image can be loaded into the memory of the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET controller with the iDesign software via USB stick.
72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Text design With iDesign it’s possible to create print images below Editor. Fields can be inserted and free positioned in the print image with the buttons Text, Date, Counter, Barcode, Variable, Logo. The finished print layout can be saved by a name with max.
72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Activation XB8JET The activation of 5-8-fold print heads is only possible with the iDesign Touch software via Ethernet. Otherwise the XB8JET can be handled like 2 XB4JET. Every control system card must activate separate by using iDesign.
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Faults The following chapter describes possible causes of malfunctions and how to remedy these. In case of frequent faults, reduce the service intervals depending on the actual work load. Please contact your local distributor with regard to faults that cannot be remedied with the information provided below.
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Table of faults Controller Disorder Possible cause Troubleshooting Recovered by Controller No power supply Check power supply Electrician does start No screen No signal from the system Start the system Instructed display person Print head...
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET LX-Print head Disorder Possible cause Troubleshooting Recovered by The print No start pulse Check photo sensor Electrician head does connection print Print parameter incorrect Check print parameter, Instructed at all adjust if necessary person...
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET MX print head Disorder Possible cause Troubleshooting Recovered by Fine gaps in Paper dust in the nozzle Run a purging cycle and Electrician print orifices carefully wipe the print image head clean. If this is...
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Trouble shooting tasks Cleaning the ink cartridge Material damage due to incorrect cleaning! Incorrect cleaning may scratch the nozzles of the ink cartridges, causing blurred print images since the scratches around the nozzles divert the ink.
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Rinsing and bleeding the HP ink cartridge with the ink activator Material damage due to ink leavings! Please secure the environment against ink leavings by removing the cartridge or take off the injection. Therefore: –...
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Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Step Procedure Fig. 0-3: Extracting ink Slowly and steadily extract approx. 1 to 2 ml of ink from the cartridge. In case of foam formation in the injection, continue extraction until the ink appears in the injection.
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Air in the HP cartridges Air in the cartridge makes noticeable loss nozzles. This covers an ever wider area. Air into the nozzle can occur if the cartridges be left open for long, especially when MIBL2, as these contain alcohol.
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Rinsing and bleeding the MX print head Material damage due to ink leavings! Rinsing of the MX-Top print head results increased ink consumption and can lead to undesirable contamination of the environment. Therefore: –...
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Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Bleeding: Instruction Please bleed the MX print head as follows: Step Procedure Switch the system on. Fig.2: Switch the system on Put the locking clamp on the nozzle plate. Fig.3: Put the locking clamp on Press the [PURGE]-button and hold them pressed for ca.
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Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Step Procedure Fig.5: Remove the locking clamp If the button will be pressed more than 20 seconds, the vacuum pump runs continuously to de-aerate the print head. Therefore the nozzle plate should be closed with the head clamp to rinse the ink in a circulation.
Faults 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Purge the XAAR print head Material damage due to ink leavings! Rinsing of the Top System (IN PREPARATION) results increased ink consumption and can lead to undesirable contamination of the environment. Therefore: – Secure the environment against leaking ink.
Disassembly 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Disassembly When end of the useful life expires, the system must be disassembled and disposed in an environmentally-friendly manner. Safety Staff Danger to life through electric shock! DANGER TO LIFE! Contact with live parts poses imminent danger to life.
Because any escaped ink cannot be soaked up, it spreads over the whole unit causing damage. The resulting damage and cleaning overhead unnecessarily increase repair costs. For best possible transportation, original packaging is available from Weber Marking Systems for this system. Seite 114 von 162...
Disassembly 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Disposal Environmental damage due to incorrect disposal! Electrical scrap, electronic components, lubricants and other auxiliary materials are subject to hazardous waste treatment regulations and may only be disposed of by approved specialized companies! Unless return or disposal agreements were made, submit disassembled components for recycling: ...
List of accessories and spare parts 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET List of accessories and spare parts Safety hazard due to incorrect spare parts! Incorrect or faulty spare parts may affect safety and cause damage, malfunctions or failure. Therefore: –...
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List of accessories and spare parts 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Pos. Name Description Art.no Cartridge 1x ink cartridge, color black, volume per cartridge 42 ml. 40015591 HP STABL Specially developed, highly pigmented HP ink. Well suited for sharp edged print on absorbent materials.
List of accessories and spare parts 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Pos. Name Description Art.no Cartridge 1x ink cartridge, colour black, content per 42 ml. 40016702 HP WDBLK2 Specially developed, non-pigmented dye-based ink. Well suited for printing on absorbent and semi-absorbent surfaces.
List of accessories and spare parts 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Mounting brackets Figure Article Description Order no. Mounting bracket For a fixing on a conveyor from the 71800027 controller MX print side. head Mounting bracket For a fixing on a conveyor from the...
List of accessories and spare parts 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Other Figure Subassembly Description Order no. PE sensor NPN, including 5.0 m connecting and 72801012 10…30V adapter cable (M12 to M8) and Standard M18 universal holder PE sensor NPN, including 0.6 m connecting cable...
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List of accessories and spare parts 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Figure Subassembly Description Order no. Rotary encoder Rotary encoder with angle holder 72801019 (600dpi) Angle aluminium friction wheel holder (600dpi), including connecting and adapter cable (M12 to M8) Rotary...
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List of accessories and spare parts 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Figure Subassembly Description Order no. Cable Extension cable 10m 72900227 Cable Adapter M8 connector to M12 72901035 socket 0,6m Cleaning Cleaning stick to clean the nozzle 40007189 stick plate...
72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Appendix Ink chart The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET has a deposit ink chart. From this one the optimal parameters are taken over for the selected ink automatically. If the parameters were changed in the iDesign software, the changed parameters stay active till a new ink type will be select on the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET.
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Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET „InkParLX.csv“ (for LX-System): „InkParMX.csv“ (for MX-System): Seite 124 von 162...
Wait until the LEDs are stable and then disconnect the USB-Stick. Done. Software upgrade A software upgrade with costs is comfortably possible via the Weber Marking Partner Portal. Please contact your consultant or local distributor to get a software-upgrade. You can find a detailed instruction of the software upgrade below the search key „Configuration upgrade“...
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET DVD content Following the files on the DVD: iDesign software Manual Leaflet The necessary files for the software updates: HMI list HTML list System list Seite 126 von 162...
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Boot LED messages During booting of the system progress can be determined by means of the LED. If the system stops during booting the cause can be determined by means of the LED. FC means flashing. An error can be determined on the basis of the number of flashes.
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Plugs and sockets In the Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET all interfaces inputs and outputs are available 2 times Sensor Sensor input: 24V Standard: NPN (switching to GND) Can be changed to PNP via software Photocell with 4-pole M8 round plug...
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Encoder Encoder input: 24V Standard: NPN or push-pull max. 100 kHz Rotary encoder with 4-pole M8 round plug Description Value Unit Power, max. 10mA + 24 Encoder signal Standard: NPN or push- pull If using a PNP encoder or a PNP Signal as encoder the encoder input must be pulled to GND with an 1KOhm resistor.
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Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Fig. 45: Splitter cable and whose pin assignment Seite 130 von 162...
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Alarm connector Alarm1+2 / 5+6 The alarm light (24V) will be connected to the 8-pole M12-socket. 24V voltage will be switched on the outputs. (max.100mA) The 4 outputs are available as additional potential-free relay output for the alarm output.
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET External Output The outputs are potential-free. The relay is designed for 24V. Relay output: max 24 V and max. 100 mA.. Standard: Closing contact. Connection 15-pole Sub-D-socket. Input NPN input, can be changed to PNP via software.
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Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET X2JET / X4JET Mainboard LEDs on the Mainboard: Seite 136 von 162...
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Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Additional input IN4 und IN8 connecting on the flange plate: On the mainboard you can find a connector with IN4 und IN8: Theas three pins must be connected with the M12 connector to reach the signals from the outside.
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Serial Interface RS232 Connection 9-pole Sub-D-connector. PIN Name Description Abbreviation In/Out Transmit Data Cable for transmitted data Receive Data Cable for data reception Ground Signal ground. The signal ground will be measured against the cable.
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET USB A / B The USB sockets are standard sockets, as used in commercial PCs and USB devices. Insert the USB plug vertically into the USB socket without using force. Name Colour Description +5 V...
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Universal mounting bracket for controller These pictured drawings show an extraction of the possible variations of the print heads. Further drawings or 3D-CAD data can be required by the manufacturer Seite 156 von 162...
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Instruction sheet Copy the instruction sheet before completing. Date Name Type of instruction Instruction by Signature Seite 157 von 162...
Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Parameter list Default settings after reset by iDesign: Actual Parameter After Reset Min. Max. Unit value Pulse Internal Head2 from head 1 Speed 15,0 m/min Encoder 5000 Print RL LR RL direction Upside down...
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Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Actual Parameter After Reset Min. Max. Unit value Warming °C Temp. Warming timer Counter start value used Language German Head type 1111 1000 4000 Ink type STABL User 1 Not used User 2 Not used...
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Appendix 72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET The XB4JET will be reseted to the basic configuration after sending these commands. <ESC>K1<CR> <ESC>M*;0000;0150;0004;0000;0000;0000;0025;0000;0000;0300;0100;0000;0110;019 0;0190;0000;0005;0000;0020;0010;0600;0060;0000;0000;0000;0045;0000;0000;0000;1 111;0001;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000 ;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;3020;1000;1020;3000<CR> <ESC>K2<CR> <ESC>M*;0000;0150;0004;0000;0000;0000;0025;0000;0000;0300;0100;0000;0110;019 0;0190;0000;0005;0000;0020;0010;0600;0060;0000;0000;0000;0045;0000;0000;0000;1 111;0001;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000 ;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;3020;1000;1020;3000<CR> <ESC>K3<CR> <ESC>M*;0002;0150;0004;0000;0000;0000;0025;0000;0000;0300;0100;0000;0110;019 0;0190;0000;0005;0000;0020;0010;0600;0060;0000;0000;0000;0045;0000;0000;0000;1 111;0001;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000 ;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;3020;1000;1020;3000<CR> <ESC>K4<CR> <ESC>M*;0002;0150;0004;0000;0000;0000;0025;0000;0000;0300;0100;0000;0110;019 0;0190;0000;0005;0000;0020;0010;0600;0060;0000;0000;0000;0045;0000;0000;0000;1 111;0001;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000 ;0000;0000;0000;0000;0000;3020;1000;1020;3000<CR> Seite 160 von 162...
72800153 Markoprint XB4JET / XB8JET Declaration of Conformity The Markoprint XB4JET/XB8JET corresponds to the design and construction as well as the system version with the essential safety requirements of the Low-Voltage- and EMV- Directives including whose changes for this time period.
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