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Roland IU-1000F Operating Instructions Manual

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Instructions
Original Instructions
Getting Started
Using Print Control
Basic Operations
Convenient Usage
Troubleshooting
Maintenance and Specifications
Appendix
For information not in this manual, refer to
the PDF files on the supplied CD.
For safe and correct use, be sure to read Safety Information before
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  • Page 1 Operating Getting Started Instructions Using Print Control Original Instructions Basic Operations Convenient Usage Troubleshooting Maintenance and Specifications Appendix For information not in this manual, refer to the PDF files on the supplied CD. For safe and correct use, be sure to read Safety Information before using the machine.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Getting Started ....................... 5 Before You Start ..........................5 How to Read the Manuals ..........................5 About Operating Environments ......................7 Conditions for Installation Locations ......................7 Space Required for Installation ........................8 About Moving the Machine .......................... 8 Confirming Accessories ........................
  • Page 4 [Maintenance] Screen..........................39 3. Basic Operations ....................43 Procedure to Print .......................... 43 Turning On/Off the Power ......................44 Turning On the Power ..........................44 Turning Off the Power ..........................45 Test Printing ............................ 46 Performing Test Printing ..........................46 How to Read the Printing Result .........................
  • Page 5 Backing Up/Restoring the Settings ....................80 Backing Up the Setting Files ........................80 Restoring the Setting Files .......................... 80 Initializing the Setting Values ........................80 List of Setting Items on the [Print Option] Screen ................81 [Print Option] Screen ..........................81 5.

  • Page 7: Getting Started

    1. Getting Started This chapter describes how to read the manuals supplied with the printer, names and functions of components, and supported ink and media, etc. Before You Start How to Read the Manuals Symbols used in the manuals This manual uses the following symbols: Indicates points to pay attention to when using the machine, and explanations of likely causes of damage to media or loss of data.
  • Page 8 1. Getting Started Notes Contents of this manual are subject to change without prior notice. Some illustrations in this manual might be slightly different from the machine. For good output quality, the manufacturer recommends that you use genuine ink from the manufacturer. The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any damage or expense that might result from the use of parts other than genuine parts from the manufacturer with your products.

  • Page 9: About Operating Environments

    About Operating Environments About Operating Environments Conditions for Installation Locations This printer is designed for industrial use. • Make sure that the room where you are using the machine is well ventilated. Otherwise a fire or an electric shock might occur. Be sure to install a ventilator when installing the machine in a sealed room or a room with poor ventilation.

  • Page 10: Space Required For Installation

    About Moving the Machine Relocation of the machine should be performed by your service representative. Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative if you need to relocate the machine. How to secure the machine The legs of the machine are equipped with leveling feet for securing the machine.
  • Page 11 About Operating Environments How to use the leveling feet Rotate each adjuster clockwise to lower the leveling feet.

  • Page 12: Confirming Accessories

    1. Getting Started Confirming Accessories The main accessories included with the machine are shown below. Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative if any accessories are missing or damaged. List of Included Items • Waste cloth (paper towel) • Non-woven fabric •...
  • Page 13 The following software is included on the CD: Product name Abbreviation Roland IU-1000F UV Print Control Center Print Control • Print Control is a software necessary to read RIP files created by an application and to print its content from the machine. For details about how to install Print Control, see page 29 "Installing Print Control".

  • Page 14: Guide To Names And Functions Of Components

    1. Getting Started Guide to Names and Functions of Components This section describes the names and functions of the machine's components. • Do not obstruct the machine's vents. Doing so can result in fire as the internal components are overheated. Front View 1.
  • Page 15 Guide to Names and Functions of Components 5. Media table Set the printing media on the table. See page 53 "Setting Media". 6. Carriage Discharges ink onto media. See page 15 "Carriage". 7. Waste ink tank Accumulates discharged waste ink from head cleaning, etc. To dispose of waste ink, see page 124 "Disposing of Waste Ink".

  • Page 16: Rear/Side View

    6. Positioning pin switch Sets the positioning pins built into the table. An air compressor is required to use the positioning pins. For details, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. 7. Power off button Turns off the machine. See page 45 "Turning Off the Power".

  • Page 17: Carriage

    Guide to Names and Functions of Components 2. Negative pressure valves If power outage is scheduled, close the negative pressure valves. For details, see page 131 "Closing the Negative Pressure Valves". 3. Vacuum valves Open the valves according to the size of the media used when applying media suction. There are four valves each with a fixed suction area.

  • Page 18: Maintenance Station

    1. Getting Started 1. Jam-detecting feeler Detects an error if the carriage interferes with media and stops the carriage immediately. 2. Print heads Discharges ink from the print head nozzles. 3. UV lamp Irradiates the UV-LED lamps during printing to cure ink. 4.

  • Page 19: Emergency Buttons

    Guide to Names and Functions of Components 1. Flush receiver Accumulates unnecessary ink discharged by head cleaning. For details about replacing the flushing pad in the flush receiver, see page 123 "Replacing the Flushing Pad". 2. Head wipers Used in head cleaning. For details about how to clean the wipers, see "Cleaning Wipers", Requests for Daily Care and Maintenance.
  • Page 20 1. Getting Started Rear View To stop the machine in case of emergency Press the emergency button. To release an emergency stop Turn the base of the emergency button in the direction of the arrow. The emergency button moves back to its original position. If pressing any of the emergency buttons, the machine turns off the power automatically.

  • Page 21: Proximity Sensor

    Guide to Names and Functions of Components Proximity Sensor The sensor stops the machine if it senses someone approaching the carriage's movable range. There are 3 proximity sensors on each side of the machine. The sensors cover the following areas. As seen from the front of the machine...
  • Page 22 1. Getting Started As seen from the back of the machine...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Power Cord

    • If you find the following, turn off its power immediately and disconnect the power cord plug, and then report the problem to your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. If you keep using the machine, fire or electric shock may result: •...
  • Page 24 • There are burn marks on the plug. • The plug is deformed. • If any of the conditions above exist, do not use the plug and consult your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. Use of the plug could result in fire or electric shock.
  • Page 25 Connecting the Power Cord Lift the cap of the power cord connector and insert it into the power socket of the machine. Connect the power cord plug to the power source. • For details about how to turn on/off the power properly, see page 44 "Turning On/Off the Power".

  • Page 26: About Ink

    Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and follow the descriptions. Supported Ink • When replacing the ink with a different type, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. This cannot be done by the customer, because it requires an operation such as cleaning the ink path.

  • Page 27: Expiration Dates Of Ink Bottles

    About Ink Store ink bottles at the following temperatures: Ink type Storage temperature US-PR 5–35°C (41–95°F) US-BK, CY, MG, YE, WH 4–23°C (39.2–73.4°F) UE-BK, CY, MG, YE, WH, US-GL 5–35°C (41–95°F) *1 Can be stored at a maximum temperature of 28°C (82.4°F) for 3 weeks continuously out of a year. •...

  • Page 28: Precautions For Handling Ink Bottles

    1. Getting Started Precautions for Handling Ink Bottles Take the following precautions when handling ink bottles: • Be careful not to spill ink. Avoid ink flowing into the natural water system or household wastewater. Ink causes irritation and is toxic. •...

  • Page 29: About Media

    About Media About Media This section describes the size and weight specifications of media that can be used with this machine, and how to store and handle media. Size and Weight Specifications of Supported Media Supported media size and weight are shown below: Media size: 600 ×...
  • Page 30 1. Getting Started • While handling media, be sure to wear gloves during the work. If handling media with bare hands, the media may become dirty from fingerprints or grease on your hands. • Make sure to use the media recommended to maintain consistent print quality. •...

  • Page 31: Using Print Control

    2. Using Print Control This chapter explains how to install Print Control, connecting the machine to a computer, and use the Print Control screen. About Print Control You can use Print Control to check the status of the machine and change the machine's settings. You can perform the following operations using Print Control: •...
  • Page 32 2. Using Print Control Proceed with the installation according to the instructions displayed on the screen. • Change the settings if necessary. In the component settings, select the print-head configuration and type of ink used with this machine. • Ink Config Select the machine's ink configuration.

  • Page 33: How To Use The Print Control Screen

    How to Use the Print Control Screen How to Use the Print Control Screen This section describes each function of the Print Control screen. You cannot change the settings for some functions as they have already been set to their optimum values. •...
  • Page 34 2. Using Print Control 4. [Menu] Used for users to perform backing up or restoring of the settings or changing the indication unit. See page 33 "Menu". 5. [Exit] Terminates the application. 6. Function tab Click the icon to switch to the selected screen. Toolbar Functions of each button on the toolbar are described below: 1.
  • Page 35 How to Use the Print Control Screen Status indicator area 1. System messages Displays messages from the machine system. 2. ? icon Click the icon to display the details of the messages. 3. Log icon Click the icon to display a list of error logs or printing logs. 4.
  • Page 36 2. Using Print Control 3. Parameter Loads the setting values from a computer or saves the values to a computer. For details, see page 80 "Backing Up/Restoring the Settings". 4. Recent Print Displays recent print jobs. 5. Calibration Calibrates the status of the nozzle for printing. 6.

  • Page 37: [Print Option] Screen

    How to Use the Print Control Screen [Print Option] Screen You can configure settings for the footnote and the UV lamp, etc. on this screen. 1. [Maintenance Mode] A carriage moves to the left-side ink receiver position. You cannot adjust the height of the carriage in Maintenance mode.

  • Page 38: [Operation] Screen

    2. Using Print Control 1. Preview area Displays a thumbnail of the files selected in the folder selection area. 2. Task list Displays a list of registered tasks. You can change the printing order or delete tasks from the right-click menu.
  • Page 39 How to Use the Print Control Screen 2. [Status] Click to display the [Medium Thickness] screen and print a nozzle check pattern. See page 46 "Test Printing". 3. Preview area Displays a preview of the task selected in the task list. 4.
  • Page 40 2. Using Print Control 2. Print Pieces Sets the re-coating frequency with color ink. 3. Print Mode From the pull-down menu, select the print mode. Select the print mode according to the color combination in use and required image quality. The following are the 5 types of image quality: •...

  • Page 41: [Maintenance] Screen

    How to Use the Print Control Screen 10. Print Information You can check information such as the RIP file information. You can also print this information on the footnote. For information on printing the information on the footnote, see page 76 "Printing a Footnote".
  • Page 42 2. Using Print Control Motion You can set the moving distance of the carriage in the X and Y directions. 1. Screen-switching tabs Switches between screens for maintenance. 2. Move Length of Y Speed (Forward) Specify the moving distance of the carriage in the Y direction at every click of [Forward] or [Back] on the toolbar.
  • Page 43 How to Use the Print Control Screen Carriage Lifter You can measure the thickness of the media and move the carriage to the height set in the setting items. 1. Setting & Status Specify the media thickness and the distance between the media and print heads. 2.
  • Page 44 2. Using Print Control System Information You can check the system information of the machine and support information for RIP files. 1. System information You can check the name of the machine and firmware version, etc. 2. RIP Support Information You can check support information for RIP files.

  • Page 45: Basic Operations

    3. Basic Operations This chapter explains the procedures for preparing printing media, head cleaning, printing data and how to configure these settings. Procedure to Print Use the following procedure to print on media: Turn on the power. See page 44 "Turning On/Off the Power". Perform test printing.

  • Page 46: Turning On/Off The Power

    Turning On/Off the Power • Do not disconnect the power cord plug. If the machine is not going to be used for several days or longer, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. Turning On the Power Press the power-on button on the front of the machine.

  • Page 47: Turning Off The Power

    Turning On/Off the Power Turning Off the Power Before you turn off the power, confirm: • Data is not being received from a computer. • There is no data that has not been output yet. • The carriage is placed in the maintenance station. •...

  • Page 48: Test Printing

    3. Basic Operations Test Printing Print a test pattern and check whether or not there are discharge defects such as nozzle clogging (blurring or drop-out of printing). Performing Test Printing Set the media for test printing on the original position (0,0) of the table. For details about how to set media, see page 53 "Setting Media on a Table".
  • Page 49 Test Printing Click [ ] to raise the carriage to a height where the print heads do not interfere with the media. Enter numerical values in [X:] and [Y:] for "Medium Position" in accordance with the position to measure media thickness. When printing on uneven media, measure its thickest part.

  • Page 50: How To Read The Printing Result

    Pr, Gl, and W are easier to see if printed on transparent media. The areas where Pr, Gl, and W are printed depend on the ink configuration. For details about changing the ink configuration, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. If the ink configuration is set to "Standard Ink Config"...
  • Page 51 Test Printing If the ink configuration is set to "Double White Ink Config" 1. White2 2. White1 3. CMYK (Color) 4. Print head 3 5. Print head 2 6. Print head 1 Check the color and position of the print heads with discharge defects such as missing nozzles in the printing result.
  • Page 52 3. Basic Operations When there are discharge defects in the heads 1. Missing nozzles have occurred. 2. The test pattern is wave-like. 3. The test pattern is intermittent. 4. The intervals in the test pattern are not equal. (Bending lines have occurred.)

  • Page 53: Cleaning Print Head Nozzles

    Cleaning Print Head Nozzles Cleaning Print Head Nozzles This section explains how to handle print heads. For details about how to maintain the machine periodically, see Requests for Daily Care and Maintenance. About Head Cleaning If a printing problem is not resolved even when you have performed cleaning, perform cleaning again. If the printing problem is still not resolved even after performing cleaning three times, see page 87 "When nozzle clogging does not clear".
  • Page 54 3. Basic Operations • If the ink configuration is set to "Double White Ink Config"...

  • Page 55: Setting Media

    Setting Media Setting Media This section explains how to set the media. For details about supported media or precautions for handling media, see page 27 "About Media". Precautions for Setting Media Make sure to understand the following precautions before setting media: •...
  • Page 56 3. Basic Operations When the print-start position is set to (100, 100). 1. Table 2. Media 3. Origin (0, 0) 4. Print-start position (100, 100) Switch the vacuum valves to align it with the size of the media to be used. The valve will be opened when the handle is tilted in the longitudinal direction.
  • Page 57 Setting Media Press the vacuum switch to vacuum the media. The vacuum fan will operate. Turn the vacuum pressure control to adjust the vacuum pressure.
  • Page 58 The positioning pins for aligning the media straight are built into the table. The positioning pins are set when the positioning pin switch on the front of the machine is turned on. You can use them as a guide. An air compressor is required to use the positioning pins. For details, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative.
  • Page 59 Setting Media 1. Table 2. Media 3. Positioning pins 4. Origin (0, 0) Notes on Loading Thick Media When loading thick media, cover the space around the media with a dummy of similar thickness. This prevents the head gap (distance to the print head) from becoming too great in areas without the media. Keep the head gap to 2 mm or less for both the media and dummy.
  • Page 60 3. Basic Operations If not covered by the dummy The head gap is set according to the media thickness, so the head gap becomes too great in areas not covered by the dummy. This may cause the UV light to reflect off the print head, causing the ink on the head to cure and can lead to failure.

  • Page 61: Changing Print-Start Position

    Setting Media Changing Print-start Position You can change the print-start position in the X and Y directions on the [Operation] screen. Click the [Operation] tab. Enter numerical values in [X Pos]. The print-start position of the X-coordinate is set. Enter numerical values in [Y Pos]. The print-start position of the Y-coordinate is set.

  • Page 62: Printing Data

    3. Basic Operations Printing Data Before Print Start Check the conditions of the ink tank and waste ink tank before starting printing. If the amount of ink in the ink tank is low or the waste ink tank is full, the machine will make a beeping sound.
  • Page 63 Printing Data Register the file to be printed to the tasks Click the [Print Option] tab to confirm the setting contents. For details about the [Print Option] screen, see page 35 "[Print Option] Screen". Click the [Task Select] tab and select the folder to be used in the folder selection area. Thumbnails of RIP files are displayed in the preview area.
  • Page 64 3. Basic Operations Perform printing Click the [Operation] tab and select the task to be printed. You can confirm information about tasks and files that are printed from the preview area. Perform the following settings as required: • X Pos: Specify the print-start position in the X direction. •...
  • Page 65 Printing Data Enter numerical values in [X:] and [Y:] for "Medium Position" in accordance with the position to measure the media thickness. When printing on uneven media, measure its thickest part. Align the LED marker light with the part to be measured. 1.

  • Page 66: Interrupt Printing

    3. Basic Operations Interrupt Printing When you interrupt ongoing printing jobs, perform the following operations using Print Control. Click Pause on the toolbar during printing. Printing is interrupted. Click [Continue] to resume printing from the interrupted position. Stop Printing (Data Clear) When you stop ongoing printing jobs, perform the following operations using Print Control.

  • Page 67: Adjusting The Uv Lamp Position

    Printing Data Adjusting the UV Lamp Position When printing with a gloss finish using gloss ink, use the following procedure to adjust the position of the UV lamp. • When not using a gloss finish with gloss ink (such as when using CMYK or white ink or when printing with a matte finish using gloss ink), be sure to set the horizontal UV lamp position to 0 mm (scale mark 0).
  • Page 68 3. Basic Operations Slide the UV lamp to align the arrow with 20 mm (graduation "2"). Set this to 0 mm (scale mark 0) when not using a gloss finish with gloss ink. Tighten the UV lamp retaining screw. Close left UV lamp cover. Adjust the right UV lamp position in the same way.

  • Page 69: Moving Gantry

    Printing Data Moving Gantry You can move the gantry to check the printing result or remove the media. This section explains the functions to move the gantry automatically or manually after printing. Moving the gantry automatically This section explains the settings to move the gantry to the home position automatically after printing. Click the [Print Option] tab.

  • Page 70: Capping

    3. Basic Operations Moving the gantry manually Click the moving buttons on the toolbar to move the carriage or gantry manually. This section uses the Y-direction as an example to explain the setting procedure for the moving distance each time you click a moving button. Click the [Maintenance] tab.

  • Page 71: Convenient Usage

    4. Convenient Usage This chapter explains operating procedures for using this machine more usefully and procedures for each setting. Various Print Functions This section describes various printing functions that can be set on the [Properties] screen by double clicking the printing task. For details about the [Properties] screen, see page 37 "[Properties] screen". You can use the following print functions: •...
  • Page 72 4. Convenient Usage Double click the task you want to specify and open the [Properties] screen. Select the [Region] check box. The "Region Setting" area is enabled. To specify the region setting, drag the mouse pointer on the thumbnail on the upper left of the dialog box.

  • Page 73: Multicopy Printing

    Various Print Functions Click [OK]. The image to which the area setting is applied is displayed in the preview area on the upper right of the [Operation] screen. Multicopy Printing Allocate images repeatedly copied to one media. When combined with the partial printing function, it will print by repeatedly copying the image that has been specified.
  • Page 74 4. Convenient Usage This section describes how to copy the entire image repeatedly. Double click the task you want to specify and open the [Properties] screen. Select the [Multi] check box. The "Multi Setting" area is enabled. Specify the number of images you want to allocate to X or Y in "X Cnts" or "Y Cnts" in the "Multi Setting"...
  • Page 75 Various Print Functions Click [OK]. The allocated images are displayed in the preview area on the upper right of the [Operation] screen. • When printing with gloss ink, the print quality may be affected depending on the distance in the x- direction.

  • Page 76: Multicoat Printing

    4. Convenient Usage Multicoat Printing You can create a more even finish to the media by repeating coating. Configure the settings for the re- coating frequency with color ink and reciprocating printing. When multicoat printing is combined with reciprocating printing, the printing time can be reduced, however, the print quality may be lowered.

  • Page 77: Mirror Printing

    Various Print Functions Mirror Printing The images are reversed towards the X direction or Y direction. Double click the task you want to open the [Properties] screen. Select the [X Mirror] or [Y Mirror] check box in the "Print Setting" area. The images are reversed towards the X or Y direction.

  • Page 78: Printing A Footnote

    4. Convenient Usage Printing a Footnote This section explains the settings for printing a footnote on media. The following items are printed in the footnote. • Machine Type • Print Mode • Time • Task Name • Resolution • Image Size A barcode can be added as required.
  • Page 79 Printing a Footnote Click the [Print Option] tab. Configure the necessary settings in the "Footnote" area. • [Font]: Specify the font of the text to be printed in the footnote. • "Size": Specify the height of the footnote to be printed. •...

  • Page 80: Changing The Display Language

    4. Convenient Usage Changing the Display Language If you are accessing Print Control for the first time, the language set on the PC being used is displayed in Print Control. Perform the following procedure to change the language displayed in Print Control. The following languages can be displayed: Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, and Dutch.

  • Page 81: Switching The Indication Unit

    Switching the Indication Unit Switching the Indication Unit You can switch the indication unit displayed on Print Control. Metric (mm), inch, and mil can be displayed. Click [Menu] on the lower left of the screen. Select the unit to be displayed from [Data Unit]. The display will be switched to the selected unit.

  • Page 82: Backing Up/Restoring The Settings

    4. Convenient Usage Backing Up/Restoring the Settings You can save the values set in Print Control to the computer or restore the set values from the computer. • Values set in Print Control are saved even when Print Control is closed, however, we recommend that values set just once should be saved to a computer.

  • Page 83: List Of Setting Items On The [Print Option] Screen

    List of Setting Items on the [Print Option] Screen List of Setting Items on the [Print Option] Screen This section describes an overview of each setting function and setting values. [Print Option] Screen This section describes each setting function and the default values on the [Print Option] screen. After changing the settings, click [Apply].
  • Page 84 4. Convenient Usage...

  • Page 85: Troubleshooting

    If the power indicator is still off, disconnect the power cord, and then contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. An emergency button remains pressed. Release the emergency button, and then turn on the power again. For details about how to release the emergency button, see page 17 "Emergency...

  • Page 86: When You Have Problems Operating The Machine

    USB cable, use the even if Print Control is launched. included USB cable. • If the USB cable is damaged, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative for a replacement. • Check if the machine is firmly connected to the computer by the included USB cable.
  • Page 87 When You Have Problems Operating the Machine Problem Cause Solution The machine's beep alerts The waste ink tank is full. If the waste ink tank is full, the do not stop. machine makes a beeping sound. Dispose of the waste ink. For details, see page 124 "Disposing of Waste Ink".

  • Page 88: If You Cannot Print As Expected

    If You Cannot Print as Expected When You Cannot Print Properly If there are any problems with the print quality, check the following table. If you still cannot print as expected, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. Problem Cause...

  • Page 89: When Nozzle Clogging Does Not Clear

    If You Cannot Print as Expected Problem Cause Solution The image is smudged during The print head nozzle faces, Perform the following: printing. wipers, or cap unit is dirty. 1. Clean the wipers. See "Cleaning Wipers", Requests for Daily Care and Maintenance.

  • Page 90: If Ink Mixes Or Missing Nozzles Occur Due To Aeration

    8 hours or more have elapsed. If you still cannot resolve the defect, you need to replace the print heads. Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. If Ink Mixes or Missing Nozzles Occur Due to Aeration If the problem corresponds to either of the following, remove air bubbles by using Print Control.
  • Page 91 If You Cannot Print as Expected • Be sure to wear gloves and goggles during the work. Otherwise, ink may drip or be scattered. • If ink or dust adheres to an area surrounding the print heads, clean the area as required to prevent the printed materials from becoming dirty.
  • Page 92 5. Troubleshooting Select the check boxes in [Air Discharge] to discharge air bubbles for each color. • If the print-head configuration is set to "Common head" • If the print-head configuration is set to "Double White" Click [Discharge] in the "Air Discharge" area. Wait until "Connect the tubes of the air bubble ejection tool to the port, and click OK button."...
  • Page 93 If You Cannot Print as Expected Click [OK]. Ink is discharged to the air bubble ejection tool. Wait until "Remove the tubes of the air bubble ejection tool from the port, and click OK button." is displayed. Remove the tubes of the air bubble ejection tool from the ports. As you remove the tubes, the ink may leak.

  • Page 94: Color Offset Adjustment

    Y direction with respect to the reference nozzle (Cyan (Nozzle 1 of Head 1)). Ink Configuration There are two types of ink configurations. By default, it is set to "Standard Ink Config". For details about changing the ink configuration, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. Ink configuration...
  • Page 95 If You Cannot Print as Expected Nozzle Configuration Print head for C/M/Y/K nozzles Print head for W/Gl/Pr nozzles • [A]: White 1 (Nozzle 1) • [A]: Cyan (Nozzle 1) • [B]: White 1 (Nozzle 2) • [B]: Cyan (Nozzle 2) •...
  • Page 96 5. Troubleshooting Select [High] in [Speed Mode] under the [Calibration] tab. Select [Right to Left<-] in [Offset Direction], and then click [Color Offset].
  • Page 97 If You Cannot Print as Expected Enter the media thickness in [Medium Thickness], and then click [Print]. The test pattern for the outbound pass is printed. Look at the test pattern for the outbound pass and specify the optimum adjustment value for each nozzle.
  • Page 98 5. Troubleshooting Symbol Description Symbol Description If set to "Standard Ink Config": Pr2 Nozzle 2 of Head 3 (3-2) If set to "Double White Ink Config": W4 If set to "Standard Ink Config": Pr1 Nozzle 1 of Head 3 (3-1) If set to "Double White Ink Config": W3 If set to "Standard Ink Config": Gl2 Nozzle 2 of Head 2 (2-2)
  • Page 99 If You Cannot Print as Expected Enter all the optimum adjustment values into the corresponding colors/nozzles. If "-1" is the optimum adjustment value for Magenta (Nozzle 1 of Head 1), enter "-1" into the "1-1" column of the "M". Click [OK]. Click [Apply].
  • Page 100 5. Troubleshooting Select [Left to Right->] in [Offset Direction], and then click [Color Offset]. Enter the media thickness in [Medium Thickness], and then click [Print]. The test pattern for the return pass is printed. Check the test pattern for the return pass and perform the color offset adjustment in the same way as the outbound pass.

  • Page 101: Adjustment For Misalignment In Bidirectional Printing

    If You Cannot Print as Expected Adjustment for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing This machine can print in bidirectional mode, and the print heads perform printing for the outbound pass and return pass. The following procedure allows you to adjust subtle misalignments that occur for the outbound and return passes.
  • Page 102 5. Troubleshooting Check the test pattern and find the optimum adjustment value. • The adjustment patterns consist of outbound pass lines and return pass lines for each color. [A] consists of lines for the outbound pass, and [B] consists of lines for the return pass. Adjustment values (-5 to 5) are printed on return pass lines.
  • Page 103 If You Cannot Print as Expected Enter the optimum adjustment value in [High] for [Bi-Direction Offset], and then click [Apply]. Print the test pattern and check the adjustment pattern for Cyan. Look at the return pass line with "0" on it. Check whether or not the outbound pass lines and the return pass lines are overlapped and aligned to form one straight line.

  • Page 104: When You Check Messages

    5. Troubleshooting When You Check Messages The status of the machine is indicated by messages that appear in Print Control. This section describes where the messages appear on the Print Control screen. 1. System messages Displays messages from the machine system. 2.

  • Page 105: If A Message Appears

    • An error code will be displayed together in the service call message. Make sure to write down the error code and contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. • Before turning off the power, see page 44 "Turning On/Off the Power".
  • Page 106 Replenish ink. If the same unmeasurable level" remaining, or the remaining ink message still appears, contact "Failed to read ink level." detection sensor has your authorized Roland DG malfunctioned. Corporation representative. For details about how to replenish ink, see page 121 "Replenishing Ink".
  • Page 107 If a Message Appears Message Cause Solution 16: "Incorrect Amount of There is a problem with the Restore the settings file. If the Channel Parameter." setting parameter of the print same message still appears, "Restore parameter files or re- heads or the setting file is reinstall Print Control, and then install software."...
  • Page 108 For details about how to restore the settings file, see page 80 "Backing Up/Restoring the Settings". • If the same message still appears, you must change the carriage motion buffer. Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative.
  • Page 109 If a Message Appears Message Cause Solution 24: "The print position is too • There is a problem with Restore the settings file. If the close to the zero position." the print start position. same message still appears, "Set the print position to a little •...
  • Page 110 There is a problem with the Turn the power to the machine original position." carriage system of the machine. off and then on again. If the same "Contact your equipment message still appears, contact provider, please!" your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative.
  • Page 111 If the same "Contact your equipment message still appears, contact provider, please!" your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. 79: "Failed to add printing task." • The specified RIP file is in • Wait a while before "1.File is using by other process.
  • Page 112 If the provider, please!" the USB cable connection. same message still appears, • There is a problem with contact your authorized Roland the control card. DG Corporation representative. 112: "Main board's firmware is An error has occurred in the Restart Print Control.
  • Page 113 If the same "Contact your equipment software of the machine. message still appears, contact provider, please!" your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. 120: "Restart has been cancelled As the reset operation on the Restart Print Control. Do not...
  • Page 114 If the same message appears even after this is performed, turn the machine off and on. If the same message still appears, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. 124: "Both of left and right limit There is a problem with the...
  • Page 115 If the same "Contact your equipment message still appears, contact provider, please!" your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. 129: "Resetting position is timed There is a problem with the Turn the power to the machine out."...
  • Page 116 If the same message appears even after this is performed, turn the machine off and on. If the same message still appears, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. 136: "Y2 position encoder no There is a problem with the Turn the power to the machine signal."...
  • Page 117 If the same provider, please!" message still appears, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. 140: "Software version does not There is a problem with the Restart Print Control. If the same match the board."...
  • Page 118 Turn the power to the machine motion designated exceeds carriage system of the machine. off and then on again. If the same maximum length or carriage message still appears, contact cannot move to designated your authorized Roland DG position, printing will be Corporation representative. cancelled."...
  • Page 119 If the same message appears even after this is performed, turn the machine off and on. If the same message still appears, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative. 312: "Error in printing process • The USB cable is not •...
  • Page 120 5. Troubleshooting Message Cause Solution 385: "Failed to print jet status There is a problem with the Restore the settings file. If the image!" settings file for calibration. same message still appears, "Check configuration or reinstall Print Control, and then calibration file."...
  • Page 121 Print Control. For details file or the directory. about how to import the settings file, see page 80 "Backing Up/Restoring the Settings". If the problem cannot be resolved, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative.
  • Page 122 5. Troubleshooting...

  • Page 123: Maintenance And Specifications

    6. Maintenance and Specifications This chapter explains precautions for replacing ink, how to clean the machine, and specifications of the machine. Replenishing and Replacing Consumables This section describes how to replenish the ink tank, replace the flushing pad, and dispose of used ink. Replenishing Ink If the remaining amount of ink in the ink tank is low, the machine will make a beeping sound.
  • Page 124 6. Maintenance and Specifications Turn the knob clockwise and open the front cover. If the front cover is locked, use the included key. Open the cap of the ink tanks to be replenished with ink. Open the cap of an ink bottle for replenishing, and then replenish ink into the ink tank. •...

  • Page 125: Replacing The Flushing Pad

    Replenishing and Replacing Consumables Close the front cover and lock the cover. Be sure to store the key in a safe place. Replacing the Flushing Pad Check the amount of ink accumulated on the surface of the pad at least once a week. If 3 mm (approx. 0.1 inches) of ink or more accumulates above the upper surface of the pad, replace the flushing pad.

  • Page 126: Disposing Of Waste Ink

    6. Maintenance and Specifications Attach a new flushing pad. • Do not press the pad too strongly. Otherwise the pad might crush, causing defects in cleaning. • Attach the pad firmly. When printing is performed with the upper surface of the pad rising above the flush receiving section, it interferes with the print heads.
  • Page 127 Replenishing and Replacing Consumables Holding the grip on the waste ink tank at the front right of the machine, pull the tank from the back. Place the waste ink tank on the floor, and then remove the cap that does not have tubes attached.
  • Page 128 6. Maintenance and Specifications Wipe off any ink on the waste ink tank, and then close the cap. Return the waste ink tank to its original position. Confirm that the tubes coming out of the waste ink tank are not bent or crushed.

  • Page 129: If The Machine Is To Be Left Unused For A Long Time Or If A Power Outage Is Scheduled

    Before using the machine after discharging the ink, it is necessary to fill the tanks with ink. Contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative to fill the tanks with ink. • Be sure to wear gloves and goggles during the work. Otherwise, ink may drip or be scattered.
  • Page 130 6. Maintenance and Specifications From [Menu] in Print Control, select [Ink Charge]. Check [White] in "Ink Discharge/Charge" area, and then set "Discharge time (Sec)" to 30 seconds. If the ink configuration is set to "Double White Ink Config", check [White1] in "Ink Discharge/Charge" area, and then set "Discharge time (Sec)"...
  • Page 131 If the Machine Is to be Left Unused for a Long Time or If a Power Outage Is Scheduled Change the pressures indicated by the pressure gauges as follows. • Lo-1 = 0.1kPa, Hi-1 = 0.5kPa, P2 = 0.0kPa • You can switch between the Lo-1, Hi-1, and P2 indications on a gauge by pressing the [MODE] button.
  • Page 132 Pull the cover of the left-side ink receiver section to return it to its original position. If you need to turn the machine off with the main power switch for a scheduled power outage, contact your authorized Roland DG Corporation representative.

  • Page 133: Closing The Negative Pressure Valves

    If the Machine Is to be Left Unused for a Long Time or If a Power Outage Is Scheduled Closing the Negative Pressure Valves If the machine is to be left unused for less than 10 days and a power outage is scheduled, close the negative pressure valves.

  • Page 134: List Of Consumables

    UV Ink Bottle Gloss US-GL • Before there is no remaining ink in the ink tank, we recommend purchasing it soon. • If there is a problem with ink at the time of purchase, please contact the authorized Roland DG Corporation representative.

  • Page 135: Other Consumables

    List of Consumables Other Consumables These consumables are used for periodic maintenance and cleaning of this machine. Maintenance Kit Name Quantity Carriage filter 4 pieces Flushing pad 3 pieces Cleaning Kit Name Quantity Waste cloth (paper towel) 1 box (50 sheets) Non-woven fabric 1 box (100 sheets) Polyethylene gloves...

  • Page 136: Specifications

    6. Maintenance and Specifications Specifications Machine Specifications Configuration: Console type ink jet printer Ink to be used: UV curing ink (C, M, Y, K, W, Gl, Pr) UV curing equipment: LED lamp (supported wavelength: 395 nm) Power is supplied from the machine. Print head height adjustment: Automatic adjustment Print mode:...

  • Page 137: Ink Specifications

    Specifications Dimensions (W × D × H): 4,812 × 2,200 × 1,580 mm (approx. 189.4 × 86.6 × 62.2 inches) Machine occupation dimensions (W × D): 6,810 × 4,670 mm (approx. 268.1 × 183.9 inches) or more Weight: 1,436 kg (3,166 lb.) Supported USB interface: USB 3.0 Supported operating system:...
  • Page 138 6. Maintenance and Specifications...

  • Page 139: Appendix

    7. Appendix List of Print Modes Specify the resolution of the created RIP file according to the print mode. Print mode X: Resolution Y: Resolution 1-0_4C_Draft 635 dpi 300 dpi 1-1_4C_Production 635 dpi 300 dpi 1-2_4C_Standard 635 dpi 600 dpi 1-3_4C_Quality 635 dpi 900 dpi...
  • Page 140 7. Appendix Print mode X: Resolution Y: Resolution 5-4_4C-W_High Quality 635 dpi 1,800 dpi 6-1_Pr-4C-W_Production 635 dpi 300 dpi 6-2_Pr-4C-W_Standard 635 dpi 600 dpi 6-3_Pr-4C-W_Quality 635 dpi 900 dpi 6-4_Pr-4C-W_High Quality 635 dpi 1,800 dpi 7_4C-Gl_Standard 635 dpi 600 dpi 8_Gl 635 dpi 600 dpi...

  • Page 141: Trademarks

    Trademarks Trademarks Adobe and Acrobat are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Intel and Intel Core i5 are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries. Microsoft and Windows are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corp. in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 142 MEMO...
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