Sekonic SR-2300 Manual

Sekonic SR-2300 Manual

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Introduction
Thank you very much for purchasing our product.
Please read the operating manual before using this product, and be sure to use it properly.
After reading this operating manual, be sure to keep it in a place that you can access at any time.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide
reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This
equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception,
which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
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  • Page 1 Introduction Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing our product. Please read the operating manual before using this product, and be sure to use it properly. After reading this operating manual, be sure to keep it in a place that you can access at any time. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents Safety precautions ................4 Before using ..................7 Warranty ....................8 Precautions for use ................9 Names of parts ................... 10 Operating panel functions and operating instructions ......... 11 Product specifications ..............12 Operation Preparation ......................
  • Page 3 Table of contents Setting min. density level ................. 30 Setting density balance ..................31 Setting reading side ..................32 Setting hopper mode ..................33 Setting paper weight ..................35 Error detection settings ..............36 Buzzer settings Buzzer control ....................38 Buzzer sound adjustment ................
  • Page 4: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions Safety Precautions These “Safety Precautions” pages list various symbols for ensuring safe operation of this product so as to prevent users or other people from being injured, or property from being damaged. Read these precautions thoroughly and understand the meanings of the symbols before proceeding to the main text of this manual.
  • Page 5 If foreign matter should enter inside, immediately turn the power switch off and remove the power cord from the outlet. Then, contact the sales shop or Sekonic. If the device continues to be used with foreign matter inside, fire or electric shock may occur.
  • Page 6 Caution Caution Do not place the device in an unstable location. Otherwise, it may fall or collapse, resulting in injury. When opening or closing the upper part of the main body, do not place your hand on the paper-feeding surface. Otherwise, fingers may be caught, resulting in injury.
  • Page 7: Before Using

    Before using Before using Before setting up the device, check if all of the following items are included in the package. If components are missing or damaged, contact the store where you purchased the device. 1. Main body 2. Paper receiver 3.
  • Page 8: Warranty

    Warranty Warranty The cost-free warranty period for this product extends for one year after delivery. The company will repair malfunctions arising during this period free of charge if they are determined to be the company’s responsibility. In the event repairs are necessary, as a general rule the company will keep the product temporarily to carry out such repair work.
  • Page 9: Precautions For Use

    Precautions For Use Precautions For Use Handle the device with the following points in mind to enable full use of its functions. • Precautions regarding installation Do not place the device in the following places. Otherwise, failures could result such as paper jams, reading errors, or the unit could become inoperative.
  • Page 10: Names Of Parts

    Names of parts Names of parts Paper weight setting dial Side guide Lock lever Power switch Paper feeding table (hopper) Display panel (LCD) Operating buttons Guide lever lock Interface Power connector -10-...
  • Page 11: B Operating Panel Functions And Operating Instructions

    Names of parts Operating panel functions and operating instructions Operating panel functions and operating instructions The operating panel has five kinds of switches. The switches don’t work while the machine is performing a function. DOWN MENU CLEAR/EXIT FEED/ENTER There are two modes: normal mode and menu mode. In normal mode, the machine is connected to a computer and is controlled by commands from the host.
  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    AC100-240V, 50Hz/60Hz Environmental operating conditions Temperature 5-35°C Humidity 30-80% External measurements 365(W) x 212(H) x 575(D) mm (when paper receiver is installed 947(D) mm) Weight 17kg Noise 55dB(A)(when operating) * For optional items, see the “SR-2300 Optional Operating Manual.” -12-...
  • Page 13: Operation B Preparation

    Operation Preparation Operation Preparation Protecting tapes are attached to the main device in the following positions to protect it from vibration and shock during transportation. Remove the protecting tapes after placing the device in an appropriate location. Protecting tapes Protecting tapes Silica gel Install auxiliary brackets on the paper receiver.
  • Page 14 Operation Preparation Connect the power cord to the main device. Connect the power cord to the power outlet. -14-...
  • Page 15: B Turning Power On

    Operation Turning power on Turning power on Turn the power on. The following message appears on the display panel (LCD). OMR is initialized. The motor and other components are activated to check startup conditions. Check if the following message appears on the display panel (LCD). Error messages may appear between steps 2 and 3 .
  • Page 16: B Loading Paper

    Operation Loading paper Loading paper Load paper with the timing marks on the left side of the hopper. The hopper is set to drop when the power is turned on, but if it’s still raised, press the DOWN switch in normal mode to lower the hopper.
  • Page 17: B Setting Paper Weight

    Operation Setting paper weight Setting paper weight (For Double-Feeding Detection) The device is equipped with a function to detect double-feeding (DF) errors. Before using the device, match the weight of sheets to be used to paper weight dial and [Paper Weight] of reading setting * *1 Setting paper weight dial (initially set to a paper weight of 105g/m Align the arrow to the paper weight.
  • Page 18: Marking Instructions

    Marking instructions Marking instructions Marks readable by this device are as follows. Mark size: 0.5 x 3mm (standard mark) Readable writing instruments: pencils (black, HB or darker), ballpoint pens (black or blue) Readable marks: Filled in, O, X, Readable darkness: PCS 0.6 or darker Readable mark darkness can be adjusted.
  • Page 19: Connecting To A Computer

    Set the computer data transfer speed by checking your computer or software manuals. See the following pages to set the transfer speed for this device. Operating mode select SR-2300 mode ...... P20 Interface setting (device ID setting) ......P21 • See P.20 and later when using USB.
  • Page 20: Busb

    Connecting to a computer Operating mode Select the SR-2300 mode as the operating mode. MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the mode shown below. FEED/ENTER Press the switch to start [Operation Mode] setting.
  • Page 21: Interface Settings

    Connecting to a computer Interface settings MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch to begin [Device ID] setting.
  • Page 22: Brs-232C

    DOWN Use the switches to select the SR-600 mode. Operation mode setting values • SR-600 mode • SR-2300 mode FEED/ENTER Press the switch to save the selected mode into memory. (The flashing “ ” mark disappears from the LCD.) CLEAR/EXIT...
  • Page 23: Interface Settings

    Connecting to a computer RS-232C Interface settings 2-1. Setting baud rate MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. DOWN Use the switches to select [Baud Rate] setting, FEED/ENTER and press the switch.
  • Page 24: Setting Parity

    Connecting to a computer RS-232C DOWN Use the switches to select [Character Bit Length] setting, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. (“ ” mark flashes in the first column of the first line on the LCD.) DOWN Use the switches to set the value. Character bit length value •...
  • Page 25: Setting Stop Bit

    Connecting to a computer RS-232C 2-4. Setting stop bit MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. DOWN Use the switches to select [Stop Bit] setting, FEED/ENTER and press the switch.
  • Page 26: Setting Character Code

    Connecting to a computer RS-232C DOWN Use the switches to set the value. Flow control setting values • RS/CS • Xon/Xoff FEED/ENTER Press the switch to save the setting value into memory. (The flashing “ ” mark disappears from the LCD.) CLEAR/EXIT Keep pressing the switch until it returns to normal mode,...
  • Page 27: Data Reading Settings Setting Column

    Data reading settings Setting column Data reading settings This section explains how to change various sheet-reading settings. All settings can also be made using computer commands. Setting column Set the column. The number of columns is different depending on the reading sensor. Sensor pitch Setting range Default value...
  • Page 28: B Setting Reading Method

    Data reading settings Setting reading method Setting reading method Setting mark-reading method. There are six kinds of reading methods: “Top-end timing control type,” “Bottom-end timing control type,” “Direct under type,” “FACOM,” “Mark to mark type (without top-end margin reading),” and “Mark to mark type (with top-end margin reading).”...
  • Page 29 Data reading settings Setting reading method Setting magnification when timing control types are selected MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. DOWN Use the switches to select [Magnification] setting, FEED/ENTER and press the...
  • Page 30: B Setting Min. Density Level

    Data reading settings Setting min. density level Setting min. density level You can set the min. density level for this device when it is in SR-600 operating mode. Sensitivity levels range from 1 to 16, with level 1 being the maximum sensitivity and level 16 the lowest sensitivity.
  • Page 31: B Setting Density Balance

    Data reading settings Setting density balance Setting density balance You can set the density balance level when using the SR-600 operating mode. Density balance can be set so that when marks are read, marks lighter than the set density balance will be ignored, and marks darker than the set density balance will be detected. Density balance can be set from 1 to 15.
  • Page 32: B Setting Reading Side

    Data reading settings Setting reading side Setting reading side You can set the reading side when the optional double-sided reading unit is installed. The reading side can be set to either “single side” or “double side.” When reading single-sided sheets, if you set the reading side to “single side,” the back side won’t be read.
  • Page 33: B Setting Hopper Mode

    Data reading settings Setting hopper mode Setting hopper mode Setting the hopper mode for reading sheets. The hopper mode can be set to either “ADF” or “manual feed.” If you set it to “manual feed,” you need to set the sheet insertion waiting time. MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode.
  • Page 34 Data reading settings Setting hopper mode DOWN Use the switches to select [Wait Time for Form] setting, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. (“ ” mark flashes in the first column of the first line on the LCD.) DOWN Use the switches to set the value.
  • Page 35: B Setting Paper Weight

    Data reading settings Setting paper weight Setting paper weight Set the paper weight when double-feeding errors are detected. Paper weight can be set according to the following six types: “Automatic,” “64g/m ,” “84g/m ,” “105g/m ,” “128g/m ,” and “157g/m .”...
  • Page 36: Error Detection Settings

    Error detection settings for this device differ depending on the operating mode. See the following table for settings. All settings can also be made using computer commands. Default Default SR-2300 mode SR-600 mode value value Automatic paper discharge “Yes” or “No”...
  • Page 37 Error detection settings DOWN Use the switches to select individual error detection setting values. (See the previous table for setting values.) FEED/ENTER Press the switch to save individual setting values into memory. (The flashing “ ” mark disappears from the LCD.) CLEAR/EXIT Keep pressing the switch until it returns to normal mode,...
  • Page 38: Buzzer Settings

    Buzzer settings Buzzer control Buzzer settings You can set the device to either use the buzzer or not use it. If you set it to use the buzzer, you can set the volume and tone. If you set it not to use the buzzer, the buzzer will not sound. Buzzer control MENU Press the...
  • Page 39: B Buzzer Sound Adjustment

    Buzzer settings Buzzer sound adjustment Buzzer sound adjustment MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. DOWN Use the switches to select [Buzzer Sound Adjustment] setting, FEED/ENTER and press the switch.
  • Page 40: B Buzzer Soundquality Adjustment

    Buzzer settings Buzzer soundquality adjustment Buzzer soundquality adjustment MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. DOWN Use the switches to select [Buzzer SoundQuality Adjustment] setting, FEED/ENTER and press the switch.
  • Page 41: Displaying Various Information Displaying The Version

    Displaying various information Displaying the version Displaying various information This section explains how to display various setting information. Displaying the version This displays the versions of the “body unit,” “front surface reading unit,” “back surface reading unit,” and other items. Versions are displayed in a two-digit format.
  • Page 42: B Displaying Front Surface Reading Sensor Data

    Displaying various information Displaying front surface reading sensor data Displaying front surface reading sensor data This displays the settings for “sensor pitch” and “sensor type” for the front surface reading unit in this device. MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters,...
  • Page 43: Displaying Back Surface Reading Sensor Data

    Displaying various information Displaying back surface reading sensor data Display back surface reading sensor data This displays the settings for “sensor pitch” and “sensor type” for the back surface reading unit in this device. (This display is available only when the device has a back surface reading unit attached.) MENU Press the...
  • Page 44: B Display Options

    Displaying various information Display options Display options Displays device options. MENU Press the switch to enter the menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. DOWN Use the switches to select [Type of Option] display, FEED/ENTER and press the switch.
  • Page 45: Operating Tests

    Operation tests Feed test 1 Operating tests This section explains operating test procedures. Feed test 1 This test reads the check sheets that came with this product to test if the device reads them properly. If the device doesn’t read the check sheets properly, the reading test will stop. Once reading of the check sheets starts, the test will continue until an error occurs or the hopper is empty.
  • Page 46: B Feed Test 2

    Operation tests Feed test 2 Feed test 2 This test reads the check sheets that came with this product to test if the device reads them properly. Even if the device doesn’t read something properly, the test will continue. Once reading of the check sheets starts, the test will continue until an error other than a reading occurs or the hopper is empty.
  • Page 47: B Paper Weight Test

    Operation tests Paper weight test Paper weight test This test measures paper weight. MENU Press the switch to enter menu mode. DOWN Use the switches to select the following parameters, FEED/ENTER and press the switch. DOWN Use the switches to select [Paper Weight Test]. FEED/ENTER Press the switch to initialize the test procedure.
  • Page 48: Cleaning

    Cleaning Cleaning Dirty rollers, reading lenses, and sensors can cause various operational errors. Clean them regularly using the following procedures. Cleaning intervals differ depending on usage conditions (usage frequency, quality of paper used, etc.) Cleaning periods are for your reference -- clean the device soon if you notice dirt or other irregularities.
  • Page 49: B Cleaning Procedures

    Cleaning Cleaning procedures Cleaning procedures Turn the power off and remove the power cord from the outlet. Grasp the lock lever to release the lock, and push the top cover up to open it. Clean necessary parts. Close the top cover. Slowly close the top cover and press it until there is a click sound that indicates it is locked.
  • Page 50: Service Schedule

    Service schedule Service schedule For stable operation of this device, regular replacement of components is required. See the following table, and contact us, or the store where you purchased the device, when requiring component replacement. Replacement reference Component name Number Remarks (counter number) Paper-feeding roller...
  • Page 51: External Diagram

    External diagram External diagram (Unit: mm) Front view 292.6 371.7 Top view Rear view Left view Right view -51-...
  • Page 52: List Of Menu Modes

    Paper Weight Test Start *1 Items displayed when SR-2300 mode is selected as the operating mode. *2 Items displayed when SR-600 mode is selected as the operating mode. *3 Maximum number of columns to read differs depending on device sensor pitch.
  • Page 53: Error Displays And Countermeasures

    Error displays and countermeasures Error displays and countermeasures 1. Errors Hardware errors [Main body] Error Explanation Solution Memory error 1 Internal memory error 1 None Memory error 2 Internal memory error 2 None Hopper drive error Hopper operating error None Error while downloading Download error None...
  • Page 54 Error displays and countermeasures Transmission errors Error Explanation Solution Press the CLEAR switch Overrun error An overrun error occurred. (or execute the clear error command). Press the CLEAR switch Parity error A parity error occurred. (or execute the clear error command).
  • Page 55: Warnings

    Error displays and countermeasures Warnings Components Error Explanation Solution • Check if the back surface reading unit is installed. Un-connecting Back surface reading unit is not • Press the CLEAR switch back reading u installed. (or execute the clear error command).
  • Page 56 Error displays and countermeasures Operating errors Error Explanation Solution • Release the interlock switch. Interlock on the side of the • Press the CLEAR switch Hopper stops paper-feeding roller operated. (or execute the clear error command). Press the CLEAR switch Drawing out error Sheet was pulled out after it was fed.
  • Page 57: Omr Glossary

    OMR glossary OMR glossary Row and column Timing marks are in rows, and mark frames are in columns..column column column column column 1st row Mark frame 2nd row 3rd row 4th row Timing mark A paper jam error caused by media when paper is being fed. There are two kinds of jams: static jams detected when the device is at rest, and operational jams detected while the device is running.
  • Page 58 OMR glossary Timing control type If paper has pre-printed timing marks, the scanning area (reading area) of targeted mark frames will be determined by such timing marks. Timing control type is a method to determine the reading zone based on the timing mark width.
  • Page 59 Reading area Transmission interface The hardware connecting a computer and the OMR, in other words the mediating connection. The SR-2300 uses USB or RS-232C interfaces. Dropout color Refers to colors pre-printed or written on documents that people can see but that don’t appear when read with an image scanner or other devices.
  • Page 60 OMR glossary Colors that can be used as dropout colors differ depending on the model, but with some models, even regular ballpoint pen ink drops out and cannot be used. In such cases, you need special OCR ballpoint pens that are rarely available today.
  • Page 61 OMR glossary Writing implements Readable marks and unreadable marks depend on the writing instruments used. This can also differ according to the light source that the reading sensor uses. Relationships between sensors used for OMR (light source) and writing implements Light source Readable mark colors Unreadable mark colors...
  • Page 62 OMR glossary Mark to mark type If paper has pre-printed timing marks, the scanning area (reading area) of targeted mark frames will be determined by such timing marks. Mark to mark type is a method to read zones between two timing marks. Therefore, the number of timing marks in mark to mark type forms is always an even number.
  • Page 63: Appendix B Sheet Creation Reference

    Appendix Sheet creation reference Appendix Sheet creation reference You can use paper that you make yourself with this device in addition to the optional paper that we offer. If you make your own paper, follow the specifications below. Sheet size Height 110-335.6mm Width 63.5-228.6mm Weight and thickness...
  • Page 64 Appendix Sheet creation reference Clear zones Do not print in colors other than dropout colors 0.8mm around reading zones and 0.8mm from timing mark longitudinal ends. Reading zone: The vertical direction of the data mark standard position is the height set by command, and the horizontal width refers to the area of the data mark frame width.
  • Page 65 Appendix Sheet creation reference (12) Paper dimensions [Direct under type sheet] 0.3 A Sheet horizontal length (W) Pitch (P) x (row-1) 4 or more Do not aggregate tolerances 0.3 A Mark frame Timing mark 0.3 A General tolerance ±0.2 [Unit: mm] Maximum number of columns Maximum Size...
  • Page 66 Appendix Sheet creation reference [Direct under type card (0.25” IBM card size)] 0.2 A 82.55 6.35 x 11=69.85 6.35 6.35 3.5±0.1 Standard size 3.5-4.3 0.2 A 0.2 A General tolerance ±0.2 [Unit: mm] Maximum number of rows is as follows for 0.25” IBM card size. Maximum Maximum number of columns number...
  • Page 67 Appendix Sheet creation reference [Timing control type sheet] 0.3 A Sheet horizontal length (W) 4 or more Pitch (P) x (row-1) Do not aggregate tolerances 0.3 A Mark frame Timing mark 0.3 A General tolerance ±0.2 [Unit: mm] Maximum Maximum number of columns Size W x L (mm) number...
  • Page 68 Appendix Sheet creation reference [Mark to mark type sheet] 0.3 A Sheet horizontal length (W) 4 or more Pitch (P) x (row-1) Do not aggregate tolerances Should be in the center between timing marks 0.3 A Paper-feeding pitch E Mark frame Timing mark 0.3 A General tolerance ±0.2...
  • Page 69 Appendix Sheet creation reference [Mark to mark type card (0.25” IBM card size)] 0.2 A 82.55 6.35 x 11=69.85 6.35 3.5±0.1 6.35 Standard size Should be in the center between timing marks 0.2 A 3.5-4.3 0.2 A General tolerance ±0.2 [Unit: mm] Maximum number of rows is as follows for 0.25”...

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