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- Page 1 Infinity 45-85 ™ GERBERplotter ™ Getting Started Manual Manual de Inicio...
- Page 2 Infinity 45-85 ™ GERBERplotter ™ Getting Started Manual Manual de Inicio...
- Page 3 The information in this document is subject to change without notice. Gerber Technology, its subsidiaries and affiliates shall not be liable for errors in this documentation or for incidental or consequential damages in connection with furnishing, or use of this material including, for example, loss of profits, fabric, and production time.
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Page 4: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............II TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS ........... IV INTRODUCTION................1 WASTE ELECTRICAL AND ELECTRONIC EQUIPMENT (WEEE) ..................1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS ............2 CUSTOMER SUPPORT ..............3 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ............4 ................4 AFETY ABELS ............4 ARNINGS AND AUTIONS ............4 ANGEROUS ROCEDURES ..............5 OVING ACHINERY ..........5... - Page 5 LONG-LIFE INK DELIVERY SYSTEM - INFINITY 85 ....26 ................26 ESCRIPTION ..............27 YSTEM RIMING ........29 RINT ARTRIDGE NSTALLATION INKJET CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION – INFINITY 45 ....32 PAPER INSTALLATION ............33 ..............33 APER UPPLY ................34 APER ..............35 APER CALIBRATION ................40 ..........40 NKJET ARTRIDGE LIGNMENT ............42 ENGTH ALIBRATION...
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Page 6: Table Of Illustrations
Table of Illustrations Figure 1. Infinity GERBERplotter ............7 Figure 2. Control Panel ................8 Figure 3. Plotter Shipping Container Contents (Typical).....10 Figure 4. Back Panel Installation ............11 Figure 5. Plotter Assembly ..............12 Figure 6. Nipbar Stop Installation............14 Figure 7. Plotter Leveling ..............15 Figure 8. -
Page 7: Introduction
Introduction The Infinity series of inkjet plotters provide continuous throughput on constantly moving paper rolls. The Infinity is the most affordable plotter of its kind. The Infinity is ideal for plotting in an ultra wide format, yet small enough to fit into any design or pattern making area. This compact upright plotter is quiet, easy to install, uses minimal floor space and can be conveniently set against a wall. -
Page 8: System Requirements
System Requirements To install and operate the Infinity plotter, your system must meet the following minimum requirements. • Windows® 2000 or Windows XP® professional operating system • 20 MB available hard disk space • CD-ROM drive • Mouse pointing device •... -
Page 9: Customer Support
Customer Support If you are in the United States and have a question or problem with your Infinity Plotter, call our toll free number at 1-800-321-2448. If you are outside the United States, call the sales office where you purchased your Infinity Plotter. -
Page 10: Safety Instructions
Safety Instructions This section gives important safety instructions that must be followed to prevent personal injury, death, or equipment damage. Read and understand these safety instructions before operating the GERBERplotter. Safety Labels These safety labels are located at various parts of the GERBERplotter. -
Page 11: Moving Machinery
Moving Machinery Keep hands away from moving machine parts to prevent personal injury. Make sure no one else is near the machine during operation. Do not refill ink cartridges Refilling processes and the use of incompatible inks may disrupt the printing system, potentially resulting in damage to the printing device, reduced print quality, and user dissatisfaction. -
Page 12: Operating The Infinity Gerberplotter
Operating the Infinity GERBERplotter Basic Concepts The Infinity is an easy to use, wide format, inkjet plotter that provides features such as constant throughput, high reliability, accuracy, and low operational costs. It is compatible with all GERBER and most other CAD systems and it offers a Windows based graphical interface for intuitive control and status messaging. -
Page 13: System Description
System Description Figure 1. Infinity GERBERplotter Key to Figure 1-Front Cover, 2-Drive Roll, 3-Paper Supply Mandrel, 4-Paper Take-up Mandrel, 5-Bulk Ink Cartridge (Infinity 85), 6-Control Panel 1 – Front Cover The front cover provides access to change inkjet cartridges and to load paper. -
Page 14: Figure 2. Control Panel
3 – Paper Supply Mandrel The paper supply mandrel holds the roll of paper that will be used to plot on. The paper supply mandrel is adjustable so that different widths of paper may be used. 4 – Paper Take-up Mandrel After a plot is complete, the Infinity plotter can either drop the plot onto the floor or wind it up onto an unused paper core. -
Page 15: Getting Started Procedures At-A-Glance
Getting Started Procedures At-A-Glance This flow chart illustrates the manual section headings that will quickly take you through all facets of getting your Infinity Plotter installed and operational. Hardware Installation Software Installation Communication Setup Ink Cartridge Installation Paper Installation Calibration Test Plot... -
Page 16: Hardware Installation
Hardware Installation Inventory Open the shipping container. Take inventory of the contents to become familiar with the plotter components and parts (Figure 3). The plotter will be assembled in the next section of the manual. Figure 3. Plotter Shipping Container Contents (Typical) Shipping Container Contents: •... -
Page 17: Unpack/Assemble
• Accessories Kit Box: • Network Interface Cable – 14 feet (Infinity 85) • Inkjet Cartridge – (1) HP 51645A cartridge (Infinity 45) • Nipbar Stops (2) with attaching hardware • Column Cutout Cover (Column Wire Cap) • Accessories Kit Bag •... -
Page 18: Figure 5. Plotter Assembly
Temporarily remove the plotter mounting bolts and washers from the top inside of each support column (6 places each support column) CAUTION: Use care to avoid damaging the two connectors illustrated in Figure 5 during installation of the plotter on the support columns. Lift the plotter from the shipping container using the wood handles. - Page 19 Attach the plotter to the top four mounting holes of each support column with bolts, split washers, and flat washers removed earlier. Remove the tie wrap holding the electrical connector to the right side wood handle. Remove bolts securing the temporary wood handles to the bottom of the plotter.
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Page 20: Figure 6. Nipbar Stop Installation
Figure 6. Nipbar Stop Installation Key to Figure 1-M5 x 10 Screws (2 places each stop), 2-Nipbar Stop (2 places) 15. Remove these packing materials if present: • plastic wrap securing plotter cover • tie wrap securing the drive belt CAUTION: Do not manually move the head into the parking position or... -
Page 21: Leveling The Infinity
Leveling the Infinity Due to the ability of the support columns to bend, the plotter can stand on an uneven floor and still have all six feet flat on the floor. With this “out of level” condition, the mandrel and the drive roll will not be parallel, causing the paper to track quickly to one side. - Page 22 Place the level on top of the two mandrel tubes (Position B). Do the following during the leveling: Screw left front and rear feet (positions 1 and 3) out to the floor to level the bubble. Screw left front and rear feet (positions 1 and 3) out one half turn to share of the weight of the plotter.
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Page 23: Changing The Plotter Power Setting
Changing the Plotter Power Setting Plotters are set for 230 volt operation at the factory. Check the yellow power decal on the rear of the plotter to verify power setting before plugging it in. If your power source is 230 volts, proceed to step h. If your power source is between 100-120 volts, change the plotter to 115 volt operation as follows (Figure 8): Lift the top cover (1) off the plotter. -
Page 24: Figure 9. Infinity Serial Number Plate (Typical)
Remove the electrical box rear panel (3) to access the power switch (4). Set the power switch (4) to the 115 volt position. Install the electrical box rear panel (3) and tighten the screws (2). Install the top plotter cover (1). Install a yellow 110 volt power rating sticker over the yellow 220 volt sticker on the rear. -
Page 25: Connecting Cables To Rear Of Plotter
Connecting Cables To Rear of Plotter Attach the AC power cord to between the power connector on the rear of the plotter (Figure 10) and the wall socket. For Infinity 85 (network use), attach the network twisted pair cable between the plotter network connector and a 10/100-Base T (twisted pair) network connector in your facility (Figure 10). -
Page 26: Bulk Ink Cartridge Installation
Bulk Ink Cartridge Installation Install the bulk ink cartridge into the cartridge mount on the left side of the plotter. Push the cartridge until it latches. Figure 11. Installing the Bulk Ink Cartridge WARNING! De-energize the bulk ink system by pushing the Access Pens button on the Infinity control panel before removing the bulk ink cartridge. -
Page 27: Software Installation
Type n:\setup, where n is the CD Rom drive letter. Select OK When the Welcome to the Gerber Technology Infinity Installation window opens (Figure 12), click on the Install Infinity Software link and follow the on-screen prompts to complete the software installation. -
Page 28: Figure 13. Winplot Warning Dialog Box
Figure 13. WinPlot Warning Dialog Box If you are not using AccuMark to send plots to the plotter, install WinPlot using the WinPlot CD. -
Page 29: Communications Setup
Communications Setup There are two ways of communicating with the Infinity plotter: Serially (Infinity 45 or 85) or by the network (Infinity 85). The Infinity needs to be set up to use either one of those communication methods. Serial Use Setup – Infinity 45 and Infinity 85 Open Gerber Devices by selecting Start/Settings/Control Panel/Gerber Devices. -
Page 30: Network Setup Interface
Set the Baud Rate as follows: Make sure the plotter is offline. Push Menu (5 times) until Select Baud Rate is displayed. Push Select. Push Menu (3 times) until 57600 is displayed. Push Select. The asterisk should appear in the display to confirm choice as default setting. -
Page 31: Figure 14. Infinity Network Setup Interface
Figure 14. Infinity Network Setup Interface Follow the on-screen instructions to assign a specific IP address. Reboot the plotter by turning power Off, then On. Open Gerber Devices by selecting Start/Settings/ControlPanel/Gerber Devices. Click on the Plotter tab. 10. Scroll under Comm Port to select Com-Net. 11. -
Page 32: Long-Life Ink Delivery System - Infinity 85
Long-Life Ink Delivery System - Infinity 85 Description The long life ink delivery system for the Infinity 85 Plotter benefits the user with more plotting time and fewer stops in production to load ink. The system includes the components shown in the simplified figure below. -
Page 33: System Priming
System Priming Note: This priming procedure should be performed with the plotter turned on and initialized, and the head positioned over the parking station. Select the priming tool from the accessories kit. This tool consists of a 100cc syringe, a short section of ink outlet tubing, and a male side of the CPC connector. -
Page 34: Figure 18. Connecting Primer To Cpc Connector
Connect the priming tool (3) to the pressure regulator CPC connector (2). Note: The plotter is shipped with the pressure regulators already installed. Do not remove the pressure regulators. Figure 18. Connecting Primer to CPC Connector Key to Figure 1-Pressure Regulator, 2-CPC Connector, 3-Syringe, Hold the syringe (3) higher than the tubing to draw the air out of the pressure regulator (1) and tubing and into the syringe, as shown. -
Page 35: Print Head Cartridge Installation
Check the tubing for air bubbles that become visible only after the ink has settled. If a 1 inch or longer bubble of air is visible, prime the system again. Note: Some air in the pressure regulator output tubing is normal. Push the CPC connector back into the u-bracket on the side of the print cartridge. -
Page 36: Figure 20. Print Head Cartridge Assembly
Print Head Cartridge Interconnect Valve Quick Disconnect Fitting Figure 20. Print Head Cartridge Assembly Key to Figure 1-Print Head Cartridge, 2-Print Head Cartridge Tube Pivot the left print head cartridge lever up and away from the top of the empty cartridge holder. Install the print head cartridge in the left slot of the print head cartridge holder as follows. - Page 37 Repeat steps 1 through 4 for the right print head cartridge. Install a print head cartridge delivery tube between each print head cartridge and the corresponding CPC connector. Push the plotter control panel Access Pens button to return the cartridge holder/carriage to the parking station. Push the plotter control panel Online button to put the plotter online.
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Page 38: Inkjet Cartridge Installation - Infinity 45
Inkjet Cartridge Installation – Infinity 45 Note: One standard HP inkjet cartridge is used on the Infinity 45 Plotter (left slot of cartridge holder). Two standard HP inkjet cartridges can be used as an alternate ink source for the Infinity 85 Plotter if the long- life ink delivery system has been disabled. -
Page 39: Paper Installation
Paper Installation Paper Supply Roll Place the paper roll (3) in front of the plotter with the leading edge positioned as shown (Figure 22): Note: A 30 yard roll of paper for test and diagnostics is included with the plotter. Insert the paper supply mandrel (3) though the paper roll (4) from the right side. -
Page 40: Paper Path
Paper Path Disengage and lower the nipbar arm. Do this by pulling the spring-loaded pin in the nipbar arm from the hole. Verify that the pinch rollers are spaced evenly along the length of the rubber drive roll. Thread the paper through the paper path following the sequence 1 through 6 as shown (Figure 23). -
Page 41: Paper Take-Up Roll
Paper Take-Up Roll The Infinity series of Inkjet plotters have the ability to either drop completed plots on to the floor or take them up automatically onto another paper core. If you want the completed plots to be wound onto another paper core, the take-up mandrel needs to be installed. See Figure 24. -
Page 42: Figure 24. Paper Take-Up Roll Installation
See Detail Gears Must Mesh Detail A Figure 24. Paper Take-Up Roll Installation Key to Figure 1-Take-Up Mandrel, 2-Take-Up Roll, 3-Adjustable Hub, 4-Bail, 5-Bail Knob... -
Page 43: Figure 25. Nipbar Arm Engagement
Raise and engage the nipbar arm (1) (Figure 25). Figure 25. Nipbar Arm Engagement Key to Figure 1-Nipbar Arm (Shown engaged) Close the plotter cover. Make sure the plotter is offline. Push the Paper Adv button on the plotter control panel to advance the paper until it touches the take-up roll. -
Page 44: Figure 26. Supply Paper Taped To Take-Up Roll
Tape (1) only the center of the paper (2) to the take-up roll while keeping equal tension on each side of the paper (Figure 26). Figure 26. Supply Paper Taped to Take-Up Roll Key to Figure 1-Tape between Take-Up Mandrel and paper, 2-Paper... -
Page 45: Figure 27. Wrapping Supply Paper Around Introduction
Continue advancing the paper until the leading edge (1) wraps around the roll (2) and tucks under by at least 3 inches (76 mm) without wrinkling. Make sure the paper is flat on the platen or it may touch the inkjet cartridges when installed. -
Page 46: Calibration
Calibration Inkjet Cartridge Alignment Click on the Infinity icon to open the Infinity interface. Click on the calibration button to open the calibration screen. Figure 28. Plotter Calibration Screen... -
Page 47: Figure 29. Inkjet Cartridge Alignment Test
Click on the Start Cartridge Alignment button. The plotter will print alignment patterns similar to the following example (Figure 29): Figure 29. Inkjet Cartridge Alignment Test Note: Infinity 85 has 2 print cartridges and uses all 3 of the patterns. The Infinity 45 has 1 inkjet cartridge and uses only the first pattern (Forward/Reverse Alignment). -
Page 48: Plot Length Calibration
Plot Length Calibration Verify that Use Paper Encoder is checked (Figure 28). This will ‘gray out’ the Drop On Floor and Take-Up buttons. Allow the paper to fall on the floor during this procedure. Click on the Start Box Test button (Figure 28) to plot a 30 inch box. -
Page 49: Test Plot
Test Plot In helping you become more familiar with the plotter, we will make a test plot using WinPlot software. The following steps will guide you through the process of plotting on an Infinity series plotter. Read the safety instructions at the beginning of the manual before operating the plotter. -
Page 50: Figure 31. Winplot Screen
Figure 31. WinPlot screen Next, select a plot at the Choose Files to Plot screen by browsing to c:/ Program Files/Gerber Technology/AccuMark V8/WinPlot/Samples or c:/ WinPlot/Samples depending on the version of WinPlot installed. Select the marker called 1MeterMarker.PLT and click Add File(s) (Figure 32). Figure 32. -
Page 51: Figure 33. Winplot Screen
Now that a file has been selected, we are ready to plot. At the WinPlot screen, click on Plot to begin (Figure 33). Figure 33. WinPlot screen Congratulations! You have made your first plot with the Infinity plotter and you are now ready to start plotting using your own data. -
Page 52: Infinity User Interface Guide
Infinity User Interface Guide The Infinity interface gives you the ability to monitor plotter functions as well as to change settings and parameters, calibrate and perform diagnostics. The Infinity Plotter Status screen is the first screen that appears when the user interface is opened Figure 34. -
Page 53: Accessing Screens
• Communications – Status indicator at the bottom of the screen shows if the PC and plotter are communicating, and if the plotter is online/offline. Accessing Screens The toolbar at the top of the Infinity user interface contains icons that , when selected, enable you to jump to other screens. - Page 54 Icon Description Plot Diagnostics Screen Perform diagnostics tests: Box , Cartridge Alignment, Font, Horizontal Lines, Jets, Paper Step Calibration, Purge Jets, Timing Calibration, Vertical Bars, X Step Calibration. Plotter Calibration Perform Cartridge Alignment or Plot Length calibration procedure. Toggle Online Toggles plotter online.
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Page 55: Bulk Cartridge Parameters
Bulk Cartridge Parameters For the Infinity 85 plotter, several helpful parameters are included for the Bulk Cartridge on the Infinity User’s Interface Parameter screen. Refer to Figure 36 and the Bulk Cartridge Parameter Table that follows. Push the P button on the Infinity Plotter Status screen to access the Parameters screen. - Page 56 Bulk Cartridge Parameter Table Bulk Cartridge Parameter Description Value for Low Bulk Cartridge Ink Set a low ink reminder. The warning will be visible on the plotter control panel and in the queue manager status window. Range 0-350 ml Default 40 ml Bulk Cartridge Ink Remaining See the amount of ink remaining in the bulk ink cartridge here.
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Page 57: Paper Monitoring Parameters
Paper Monitoring Parameters Several parameters are included for paper monitoring on the Infinity User’s Interface Parameter screen. Refer to the Paper Monitoring Parameter Table that follows. Push the P button on the Infinity Plotter Status screen to access the Parameters screen. Push the Paper tab on the Parameters screen. - Page 58 Paper Monitoring Parameter Table Paper Monitoring Parameter Description Monitor Paper Usage Set to Enable if you want to receive paper monitoring messages. Set to Disable if you do not want to receive paper monitoring messages. Messages will be visible on the plotter control panel and in the queue manager status window.
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Page 59: Communications Baud Rate
Communications Baud Rate If communication issues occur, it may become necessary to change the baud rate. Change baud rate speed using one of the following procedures: For Infinity 45 Open the Infinity interface. Go to Parameters. Click on Misc tab. Select Baud Rate. -
Page 60: Site Requirements
Appendix Site Requirements • Uninterrupted Power System (UPS) - minimum rating of 450VA, with AC Power Stabilizer (Recommended for continuous plotting) • Temperature Range: 15-35 C (59-95 F) • Humidity: 20% - 80% (non-condensing) Technical Specifications Print Engine • Infinity 45 - Single HP type 51645A •... -
Page 61: Using The Hp 51645A Inkjet Cartridge For Infinity 85
Using the HP 51645A Inkjet Cartridge for Infinity Although the Infinity 85 is designed to operate with the Long- Life Ink Supply System, the plotter can also be operated with two HP 51645A, 42ml inkjet cartridges if your bulk system has run out of ink and you do not have an immediate replacement. -
Page 62: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Printing Troubleshooting This table contains various symptoms, causes, and solutions for possible print quality problems. Symptom Cause Solution Plotter appears to be Tape covering Temporarily remove printing but media is nozzles of ink jet ink jet cartridge and blank cartridge (Infinity 45) remove/discard tape was not removed... - Page 63 Symptom Cause Solution Print is smudged Infinity 45 ink jet Remove ink jet (blotchy) cartridge is dirty. cartridge and clean cartridge and parking station with a clean, lint-free cloth moistened with de- ionized water Infinity 85 print head Remove print head cartridge is dirty cartridge and clean cartridge and parking...
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Page 64: Error Handling Process Flow
Error Handling Process Flow The following illustrates the succession of events that follows an error. Error occurs Error LED on plotter lights Operator opens Infinity interface Operator reads error message Error LED goes out Note: Whenever a bulk cartridge error occurs, the cartridge is moved off the parking station and bulk ink pressure is removed. -
Page 65: Error Codes - Infinity 85
Error Codes – Infinity 85 This table contains the most common error codes that could appear on your Infinity 85 plotter control panel. Find your error code and follow the corresponding resolution. If you need further assistance, contact Gerber Customer Service at 1-800-321-2448. -
Page 66: Trouble Communicating Over The Network
Trouble Communicating Over the Network Verify the proper network serial (Figure 38) and connection settings (Figure 39) on the plotter: Open the Infinity 85 Network Setup program by selecting Start/All Programs/Lantronix/DeviceInstaller. Expand the selections until the desired plotter corresponding to the IP or MAC address number recorded earlier is displayed. -
Page 67: Figure 39. Connection Settings
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Page 68: Consumables
Consumables The following consumable parts can be ordered by using the Gerber part names and part numbers. Part Name Part Number Infinity 85 Long Life Ink Refill Kit (qty: 2 each - bulk 92334000 ink cartridge, print head cartridge) Infinity 85 Bulk Ink Cartridge (qty:1) 92184000 Infinity 85 Print Head Cartridge (qty:1) 710500438... - Page 70 Corporate Headquarters: Gerber Technology 24 Industrial Park Road West, Tolland, CT 06084, USA Tel: +1 860 871 8082 Fax: +1 860 871 3820 www.gerbertechnology.com PN 92808000 08/06...
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