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MUTOH DrafStation User Manual

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide DrafStation Drafstation Pro FOR EUROPE ONLY!
  • Page 2 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro This page is intentionally left blank AP-75730, Rev. 2.1, 19/01/2009...
  • Page 3 This document may not be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, without written permission of the copyright owner. This document is furnished to support the Mutoh DrafStation and Drafstation Pro plotter series. In consideration of the furnishing of the information contained in this document, the party to whom it is given,...
  • Page 4 The product and the contents of this publication may be changed without prior notification • MUTOH EUROPE N.V. has made the best efforts to keep this publication free from errors, but if you find any uncertainties or misprints, please call us or the reseller from which you bought this equipment.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Front section Drafstation (RJ-900C) ..............20 2.2.3 Front section Drafstation Pro ................21 2.2.4 Rear section Drafstation (RJ-901C) ..............22 2.2.5 Rear section Drafstation (RJ-900C) and Drafstation Pro ......... 23 2.2.6 Operation panel ....................24 RJ-900 / RJ-901 ..........27 OX CONTENTS RAFSTATION 2.3.1...
  • Page 6 EPLACING ROLL MEDIA ..................51 EPLACING INK CARTRIDGES 3.6.1 Cartridge types for Drafstation ................. 51 3.6.2 Cartridge types for Drafstation Pro ..............51 ................. 54 EPLACING THE CUTTER BLADE ................57 EPLACING THE WASTE FLUID TANK ................59 RANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION 3.9.1...
  • Page 7 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro ..............116 ENU SETUP ON THE OPERATION PANEL 6.2.1 Language selection ..................116 6.2.2 Menu setup procedure ................... 116 6.2.3 Setup menu items ..................117 ..............124 PERATING FROM THE OPERATION PANEL 6.3.1 Feeding media ....................124 6.3.2...
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  • Page 9: Regularisation And Safety Information

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 1 :Safety information 1 REGULARISATION AND SAFETY INFORMATION ..............10 OMPLY WITH FOLLOWING REGULATIONS ................10 ARNINGS CAUTIONS AND NOTES ................11 MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..................... 13 ARNING LABELS 1.4.1 Handling the operation procedure labels ............13 1.4.2...

  • Page 10: Comply With Following Regulations

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 1 :Safety information This chapter explains about the plotter installation, warning terms which the operator needs to know, caution items and warning labels stuck on the plotter main unit. 1.1 COMPLY WITH FOLLOWING REGULATIONS...

  • Page 11: Important Safety Instructions

    When foreign substances or liquids such as water entered the plotter, do not use the plotter. It could lead to an electric shock and fire. Immediately switch off the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the electric socket, and contact your local MUTOH dealer. •...
  • Page 12 Opening and moving the plotter to the installation place must be done by : RJ-901C: 2 or more persons RJ-900C & Drafstation Pro: 3 or more persons • While taking out the plotter from the container box, make sure to remove the vinyl sheet and hold the handles on the plotter side.

  • Page 13: Warning Labels

    • It is necessary to replace the labels if they are damaged, lost or illegible. If the warning labels have to be replaced, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 1.4.2 Locations and types of warning labels Locations of the warning labels are shown in the following figures.
  • Page 14 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 1 :Safety information N° Types of warning label AP-75730, Rev. 2.1, 19/01/2009...

  • Page 15: Operation Procedure Labels

    • It is necessary to replace the labels if they are damaged, lost or illegible. If the operation procedure labels have to be replaced, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 1.5.2 Locations and types of warning labels N°...
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  • Page 17: Product Overview

    Front section Drafstation (RJ-901C) 2.2.2 Front section Drafstation (RJ-900C) 2.2.3 Front section Drafstation Pro 2.2.4 Rear section Drafstation (RJ-901C) 2.2.5 Rear section Drafstation (RJ-900C) and Drafstation Pro 2.2.6 Operation panel RJ-900 / RJ-901 OX CONTENTS RAFSTATION 2.3.1 Items in the plotter box 2.3.2...

  • Page 18: Features

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview This chapter explains the features of the plotter, and the names and functions of each part. 2.1 FEATURES In this section, the main features of the plotter are explained. (1) High resolution printing The plotter incorporates an on-demand piezo head, offering high print quality and high performance.

  • Page 19: Part Names And Functions

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.2 PART NAMES AND FUNCTIONS Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. In this section, the names and functions of each part are explained.

  • Page 20: Front Section Drafstation (Rj-900C)

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.2.2 Front section Drafstation (RJ-900C) N° Name Function Media hold lever To fix and release media. Operation panel To set the operation conditions, and various function settings. To protect the user from coming in contact with the driving mechanism during Front cover operation.

  • Page 21: Front Section Drafstation Pro

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.2.3 Front section Drafstation Pro N° Name Function Media hold lever To fix and release media. Operation panel To set the operation conditions, and various function settings. To protect the user from coming in contact with the driving mechanism during Front cover operation.

  • Page 22: Rear Section Drafstation (Rj-901C)

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.2.4 Rear section Drafstation (RJ-901C) N° Name Function AC inlet To connect the power cable. Network interface To connect the network interface cable. connector USB connector To connect the USB cable.

  • Page 23: Rear Section Drafstation (Rj-900C) And Drafstation Pro

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.2.5 Rear section Drafstation (RJ-900C) and Drafstation Pro N° Name Function AC inlet To connect the power cable. Network interface connector To connect the network interface cable. USB connector To connect the USB cable.

  • Page 24: Operation Panel

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.2.6 Operation panel This section explains the name and the function of each operation key and status light. The operation keys have 2 different functions, depending on the plotter mode:...
  • Page 25 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview (1) Operation keys in the Normal mode N° Function. [Menu] Changes to Menu mode. [Enter] [Cleaning] Cleans the plotter head when pressed for two seconds or more. • During printing: Printing is terminated and the remaining data is deleted.
  • Page 26 • When an error requiring a restart (fatal malfunction of the plotter operation) occurs, all lights will blink. Contact your local MUTOH dealer if the malfunction cannot be solved. Refer to: “Error requiring a restart. “ AP-75730, Rev. 2.1, 19/01/2009...

  • Page 27: I N -The

    2.3 IN-THE-BOX CONTENTS DRAFSTATION RJ-900 / RJ-901 After unpacking, please verify there are no damaged or missing components. Notes • If any items are damaged or missing, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 2.3.1 Items in the plotter box (1) RJ-901C N°...

  • Page 28: Items In The Stand Box

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.3.3 Items in the stand box N° Name Quantity Left support Right support Caster section (left, right) Central beam Basket support holder Basket support Book holder Paper basket Hexagon head cap screw...

  • Page 29: In-The-Box Contents Drafstation Pro

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.4 IN-THE-BOX CONTENTS DRAFSTATION PRO 2.4.1 items in the plotter Box N° Name Quantity Plotter body A0 Scroller 2 inch 2.4.2 Items in the Starter kit N° Name Quantity Power Cable Europe...

  • Page 30: Items In The Stand Box

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.4.3 Items in the stand box N° Name Quantity Left support Right support Caster section (left, right) Central beam Hexagon head cap screw Butterfly bolt Book holder Hexagonal wrench 2.4.4 Items in the Take-up system box N°...

  • Page 31: Installation Requirements

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.5 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS Install the plotter in an appropriate place with reference to the following: Important • Do not install the plotter in the following places : On a shaky stand Sloping surfaces Places where vibration of other machines, etc.

  • Page 32: Installation Space

    Chapter 2 :Product Overview 2.5.2 Installation space (1) When using the Drafstation or the Drafstation Pro with the stand. Install the plotter on a levelled floor which has enough strength to support the weight of the plotter and the stand.

  • Page 33: Basics

    EPLACING ROLL MEDIA ..................51 EPLACING INK CARTRIDGES 3.6.1 Cartridge types for Drafstation ................. 51 3.6.2 Cartridge types for Drafstation Pro ..............51 ................. 54 EPLACING THE CUTTER BLADE ................57 EPLACING THE WASTE FLUID TANK ................59 RANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION 3.9.1...

  • Page 34: Switching The Power On/Off

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.1 SWITCHING THE POWER ON/OFF 3.1.1 Switching the power ON Power ON the printer according to the procedure below. Step 1 : Press the [Power] key on the operation panel, to power ON the unit.

  • Page 35: Loading Media

    If the roll media and scroller are placed in a vertical position, the scroller might get damaged. Notes • Refer to the User’s Guide of the Take-up system to know how to install roll media on the Drafstation Pro. AP-75730, Rev. 2.1, 19/01/2009...
  • Page 36 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 1 : Remove the movable flange from the scroller. Step 2 : Install the optional three-inch core adapters : • If using media on a 2 inch core: Don’t use the three-inch core adapters, go to step 3.
  • Page 37 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 4 : Push the roll media (2) on the scroller and slide it over the fixed flange (1). N° Name Fixed flange Roll media Step 5 : Move the movable flange (1) over the scroller and firmly press the flange inside the roll media core.

  • Page 38: Loading Roll Media

    Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. Notes • Refer to the User’s Guide of the Take-up system to know how to load roll media on the Drafstation Pro. Notes • When using the RJ901 or RJ900, a paper basket can be used. When using the paper basket, set the paper basket as described in: “Paper basket setting”.
  • Page 39 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 4 : Slide the roll media (1) into the media feed slot (2) as shown on the image below. N° Name Roll media Media feed slot Notes • Make sure the roll media is properly wound up on the media core.
  • Page 40 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Notes • Do not match the roll media’s right edge with the loading mark using force; this could cause the media to slant. Step 7 : Wind back the roll media (1) with the scroller (2) while pressing down (see left image) the media at the front side of the plotter.

  • Page 41: Loading Sheet Media

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.2.3 Loading sheet media Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. The following sizes of sheet media can be used with the plotter: RJ-901C •...
  • Page 42 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 4 : Open the front cover (1). See image below. N° Name Front cover Step 5 : Insert the sheet media (1) into the media feed slot at the front side of the plotter. See image below.
  • Page 43 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 7 : Pull the media hold lever (1) forward. See image below. N° Name Media hold lever Step 8 : Close the front cover (1). See image below. N° Name Front cover Result: The operation panel displays the “Media type”...

  • Page 44: Setting Media Type

    Chapter 3: Basics 3.2.4 Setting media type Introduction: When loading media in the Drafstation, you’ll have to set the media type. The Media setup menu is displayed after pushing the media hold lever from the backward position to the forward position. N°...

  • Page 45: Head Height Adjustment

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.2.5 Head height adjustment Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. When used? Use the head height adjustment to prevent the print head from touching the media, When printing at high speeds or when using strongly curved media.

  • Page 46: Paper Basket Setting

    Notes • To set the Take-up system for the Drafstation Pro, refer to the User’s Guide of the Take-up system. This section describes how to make the fully-installed plotter “ready-to-print”. For details on how to obtain a fully installed plotter, see chapter “Installing the unit”.

  • Page 47: Setting The Plotter Driver

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.4 SETTING THE PLOTTER DRIVER This section describes how to perform settings on the plotter driver. 3.4.1 Plotter driver setup procedure Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

  • Page 48: Replacing Roll Media

    Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. Notes • To replace media on a Drafstation Pro when using the Take-up system, refer to the User’s Guide of the Take-up system. Describes the replacement time and replacement method for roll media.
  • Page 49 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 3 : Lift up both ends of the scroller (2), and guidely rewind the roll media (1). See image below. N° Name Roll media Scroller Step 4 : Remove the scroller (1) from the scroller receiver as illustrated below, and place it on a horizontal surface.
  • Page 50 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 6 : Remove the roll media (1) from the scroller (2). See image below. N° Name Roll media Scroller 2. Install the new roll media. Notes • For loading the roll media, refer to: “Handling and installing Media”...

  • Page 51: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    Notes • There is a difference in Firmware between a Drafstation and a Drafstation pro. Because of this, it is only possible for the Drafstation Pro to load two different ink types. The Drafstation is not able to do so.
  • Page 52 Chapter 3: Basics Notes • When replacing ink cassettes on the Drafstation Pro, be aware to insert the same ink cassettes as those who were in previous. • If you insert the second configuration without performing a cleaning, the printer will be defected.
  • Page 53 Unpack the new ink cartridge(s). Notes • When replacing ink cassettes on the Drafstation Pro, be aware to insert the same ink cassettes as those who were in previous. • If you insert the second configuration without performing a cleaning, the printer will be defected.

  • Page 54: Replacing The Cutter Blade

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.7 REPLACING THE CUTTER BLADE Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. Describes the replacement time and replacement method for the cutter blade. (1) Replacement time Replace the cutter blade if…...
  • Page 55 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 6 : Softly push the knob of the cutter holder, and rotate the cutter holder lever (2) to the illustrated direction simultaneously. See image below. N° Name Cutter holder Cutter holder lever Notes •...
  • Page 56 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Notes • When installing a new cutter blade, make sure that the spring built-in in the blade holder does not come out of the holder. Step 9 : Softly push the knob of the cutter blade and reposition the cutter holder lever (2) simultaneously as shown on the image below.

  • Page 57: Replacing The Waste Fluid Tank

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.8 REPLACING THE WASTE FLUID TANK Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. Describes the replacement time and replacement method for the waste fluid tank.
  • Page 58 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 3 : Install a new waste fluid tank (1) in the plotter as shown on the image below. N° Name Waste fluid tank Step 4 : Verify that the operation panel displays "Exchange Tank? No".

  • Page 59: Transfer And Transportation

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.9 TRANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION This section describes the transfer and transportation of the plotter. 3.9.1 Transferring the plotter Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.
  • Page 60 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Step 7 : Release the lock of the caster and transfer the plotter. Notes • The casters supplied with the dedicated stand are manufactured for a small transfer on a plain surface.

  • Page 61: Transporting The Plotter

    When transporting the plotter, it is necessary to pack the plotter as it was shipped, using the protective materials and packing materials to protect the plotter from vibration and shocks. Notes • When transporting the plotter, consult your MUTOH product dealer. (1) Pre- transport procedure Step 1 : Switch ON the plotter.

  • Page 62: Installing And Uninstalling The Software

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.10 INSTALLING AND UNINSTALLING THE SOFTWARE 3.10.1 Contents of the supplied software (1) Plotter driver The CD-ROM with the plotter drivers includes drivers for following operating systems: • Win 95/98 •...
  • Page 63 (2) Status monitor software tool When used? When the Operating System of the computer connected to the plotter is Windows, the Drafstation status monitor software tool can be used. This software tool can be used to check the status of the plotter from your Functions: •...

  • Page 64: Obtaining The Latest Software Versions

    3.10.2 Obtaining the latest software versions Notes • The latest version of the Drafstation plotter drivers as well as the Drafstation Status monitor software tool, can be obtained on the Windows Drivers section of the Mutoh website: www.mutoh.eu www.mutoh.be Step 1 :...

  • Page 65: Installing The Windows Plotter Driver For Network Connection

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.10.3 Installing the Windows plotter driver for network connection Before installing the network connection, the plotter’s TCP/IP settings have to be chosen. • IP address plotter: – This is the plotter’s IP address.
  • Page 66 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Windows - Network installation procedure 11 steps - Step 1 to 4 Step Action Screen Result Verify that : • The PC and plotter are connected to the network. See “Connecting network interface cable”...
  • Page 67 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 11 steps - Step 5 Win - Network installation procedure to 6 Step Action Screen Result Click “Agree” or “Cancel" in screen 3: “License agreement of the plotter driver". a. When you agree to...
  • Page 68 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - Network installation procedure 11 steps - Step 7 to 8 Step Action Screen Result Click “Add Port…” and go to step 8 to add a The display printer port...
  • Page 69 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - Network installation procedure 11 steps - Step 9 to Step Action Screen Result Fill out the Port name and IP Address in screen 7, and click the “Setting” button. See below for settings.

  • Page 70: Installing The Windows Plotter Driver For Usb Connection

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.10.4 Installing the Windows plotter driver for USB connection Notes • The USB connection can be used when your PC's Operating System is Windows 98, or Windows 2000/XP. - READ THIS FIRST - : Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.
  • Page 71 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 1 – Mutoh installer 8 steps - Step 1 to 4 Step Action Screen Result Verify that : the USB cable to the plotter is NOT...
  • Page 72 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 1 - Mutoh installer 8 steps - Step 5 to 7 Step Action Screen Result Click “Agree” or “Cancel" in screen 3: “License agreement of the plotter driver".
  • Page 73 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 1 - Mutoh installer 8 steps - Step 8 Step Action Screen Result Click “End” and End of Part 1, Go to Part 2 of the USB the installer installation.
  • Page 74 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 2 - WinXP / PnP mode 12 steps - Step 1 to 4 Step Action Screen Result Verify that : the plotter and printer are...
  • Page 75 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 2 - WinXP / PnP mode 12 steps - Step 5 to Step Action Screen Result Mark the checkbox “Don’t search, I will choose the driver to install”...
  • Page 76 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 2 - WinXP / PnP mode 12 steps - Step 8 to 10 Step Action Screen Result Browse to the file ‘RJ901C.inf’ or ‘RJ900C.inf’ on the...
  • Page 77 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 2 - WinXP / PnP mode 12 steps - Step 11 to 12 Step Action Screen Result The display Click “Continue Anyway” moves to in screen 9.
  • Page 78 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 2 - Win2000 / PnP mode 8 steps - Step 1 to 4 Step Action Screen Result Verify that the plotter and printer are...
  • Page 79 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 2 - Win2000 / PnP mode 8 steps - Step 5 to Step Action Screen Result Mark the checkbox “CD- The display ROM drives” in screen 3 moves to and click on “Next>”.
  • Page 80 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 2 - Win2000 / PnP mode 8 steps - Step 8 Step Action Screen Result The plotter is Click “Finish” in screen 6. now installed.
  • Page 81 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 3 - Win2000 / Guide mode 14 steps - Step 1 to 3 Step Action Screen Result The display moves to Go to Control Panel >...
  • Page 82 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 3 - Win2000 / Guide mode 14 steps - Step 4 to Step Action Screen Result Select the USB printer The display port: ‘Virtual printer port moves to for Mutoh’...
  • Page 83 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Win - USB installation procedure - Part 3 - Win2000 / Guide mode 14 steps - Step 7 to 9 Step Action Screen Result Browse to the file ‘RJ901C.inf’ or ‘RJ900C.inf’ on the...
  • Page 84 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Windows - USB installation procedure - Part 3 - Win2000/Guide mode 14 steps - Step 10 to 12 Step Action Screen Result Select “Replace existing The display driver” in screen 9, and moves to click “Next>”.
  • Page 85 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Windows - USB installation procedure - Part 3 - Win2000/Guide mode 14 steps - Step 13 to 14 Step Action Screen Result Choose to print a test The display page or not and click moves to “Next>”.

  • Page 86: Installing The Status Monitor

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.10.5 Installing the status monitor Caution • DO NOT use downloaded software AND the software from the driver CD together! • Always use ONE version of the software! Windows – Status monitor installation procedure...
  • Page 87 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Windows – Status monitor installation procedure 7 steps - Step 4 to 6 Step Action Screen Result Click the check box "Installation of a status The display monitor" in screen 2, moves to and click "Next".
  • Page 88 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Windows – Status monitor installation procedure 7 steps - Step 7 Step Action Screen Result Installation is finalized. The Click “End” in screen 5 status monitor is now installed. END. Screen 5...

  • Page 89: Uninstalling The Software

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics 3.10.6 Uninstalling the software Caution • Use the installer on the driver CD when the software was originally installed from the CD. • Use the installer in the Windows plotter software folder when the software was originally installed from there.
  • Page 90 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 3: Basics Windows – Uninstall procedure 4 steps - Step 3 to 4 Step Action Screen Result uninstallation of the software Click “Next>” in starts. The Screen 2. display will show a progress bar and moves to screen 3.

  • Page 91: Periodical Maintenance

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 4: Periodical maintenance 4 PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE .................... 92 DONE BY THE END USER 4.1.1 Cleaning the plotter ..................92 4.1.2 Cleaning the outer case ................... 92 4.1.3 Cleaning inside the plotter ................93 4.1.4...

  • Page 92: Done By The End User

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 4: Periodical maintenance 4.1 DONE BY THE END USER 4.1.1 Cleaning the plotter Periodic (every month) cleaning is necessary to keep the plotter in a good condition. This section describes how to clean each part of the plotter.

  • Page 93: Cleaning Inside The Plotter

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 4: Periodical maintenance 4.1.3 Cleaning inside the plotter To clean inside the plotter, follow the steps below. Step 1 : Open the front cover (1). N° Name Front cover Step 2 : Remove paper powder and dust from the pressure rollers (1), using a soft brush.

  • Page 94: Head Cleaning

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 4: Periodical maintenance Step 4 : Wipe off the dirt of the grid roller’s unpainted (silver colour) area with damp and a tightly squeezed soft cloth. N° Name Grid roller 4.1.4 Head cleaning Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.

  • Page 95: Preparations Before Printing

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5 PREPARATIONS BEFORE PRINTING ................96 ENERAL INFO ON USABLE MEDIA 5.1.1 Media compatibility ..................96 5.1.2 Printing area ..................... 98 5.1.3 Notes on handling media ................. 99 5.1.4 Notes on storing media ..................

  • Page 96: General Info On Usable Media

    The type and quality of the used media will greatly influence the print result. Use media that matches the application, taking the following information into account. Various dedicated media are compatible with the Drafstation. Select the appropriate media according to the application type: When using dedicated media, the setting of printing quality is set according to each media type.
  • Page 97 The plotter will not be covered by the warranty and repair expenses will have to be paid by the customer. o For details, refer to: “Maintenance” and “Troubleshooting” • If repair is necessary, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Notes • When using dedicated media, the print quality is set according to each media type for the settings, refer to “Printing operation specifications”.

  • Page 98: Printing Area

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.1.2 Printing area The printable area of the Drafstation and Drafstation Pro is as follows: (1) Roll media (2) Sheet media AP-75730, Rev. 2.1, 19/01/2009...

  • Page 99: Notes On Handling Media

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.1.3 Notes on handling media Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. Note the following recommendations when handling plotter media. Notes • Use dedicated media under an appropriate environment.

  • Page 100: Testplot

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.2 TESTPLOT Overview and functions of the testplots Testplot Function Action to be performed when needed SetupPlot To check the setup settings. Change setup items. NozzleCheck To check the head nozzles.

  • Page 101: Setupplot

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.2.2 SetupPlot To check the current settings of the plotter. Notes • For the printing procedure, refer to: “Performing a testplot”. AP-75730, Rev. 2.1, 19/01/2009...

  • Page 102: Nozzlecheck

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.2.3 NozzleCheck Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. Used to check whether there is any head clogging, missing nozzles or misfiring nozzles.

  • Page 103: Adjustplot

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.2.4 AdjustPlot Used to align the print head. Notes • This plotter has been adjusted for optimum print quality at the shipment from factory. • Align the print head when the print quality decreases after the installation environment or the media has been changed.

  • Page 104: Paletteplot

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.2.5 PalettePlot To compare the CAD pen colours and the print colours when using HPGL mode. Notes • For the printing procedure, refer to “ performing a testplot“ AP-75730, Rev. 2.1, 19/01/2009...

  • Page 105: Maintenancerecordplot

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.2.6 MaintenanceRecordPlot To check the life cycle status of important parts. Notes • The life cycle status is expressed as a number of * marks for each part (Maximum of five: denoting the residual life is 100 %).

  • Page 106: Media Feed Compensation

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.3 MEDIA FEED COMPENSATION After every printed swat, the media is fed a certain distance. Depending on the kind of media (weight, backing) another media feed compensation has to be set. This to avoid the following phenomenon: •...
  • Page 107 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing Step 3 : Measure the distance between two pluses in the initial adjustment print using a measurement tool, such as a ruler. Step 4 : Set up Initial Change.
  • Page 108 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing Step 7 : Perform Micro adjustment printing. • Display the Media feed compensation menu on the operation panel as in step 1. • Press the [+] key or [–] key to select "PF: Micro Print".
  • Page 109 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing Step 9 : Set up the Micro Adjustment Change. • Press the [+] key or [–] key to select "PF: Micro Change". • Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel.

  • Page 110: Effect Menu

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 5: Preparations before printing 5.4 EFFECT MENU Without weaving ON, an image is completed (formed) by printing a series of complementary rectangular shaped stripes (bands, swaths, passes). Inherent to classic inkjet printing is that ink drying effects, stepping mismatch, miss firing nozzles show up in the printed image via ink bleeding and various types of banding.

  • Page 111: Printing Flow

    (Refer to chapter “I² technology”) ▼ RINT IMAGE ∗ It is highly recommended to use one of the profiles Mutoh is making available on the website. A lot of parameters are included. The most important ones are: Ink an colour management related PrintMode related Media related •...
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  • Page 113: Printer Menu

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6 PRINTER MENU ..................114 OW TO WORK IN THE MENU 6.1.1 Normal mode ....................114 6.1.2 Menu mode ....................114 6.1.3 Changing the plotter mode ................114 ..............116 ENU SETUP ON THE OPERATION PANEL 6.2.1...

  • Page 114: How To Work In The Menu

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. 6.1 HOW TO WORK IN THE MENU This section explains the mode of the plotter and how to change it.
  • Page 115 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu (2) Changing from Menu mode to Normal mode Action: Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel. Result: The printer returns to the Normal mode. Notes • When the plotter is in Menu mode and the keyboard remains untouched for 3 minutes, the plotter will automatically return to Normal mode.

  • Page 116: Menu Setup On The Operation Panel

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.2 MENU SETUP ON THE OPERATION PANEL 6.2.1 Language selection To select another language follow the steps below Step 1 : Switch the plotter on while holding the [cancel]-key. Step 2 : Release the [cancel]-key if you see the language selection menu.

  • Page 117: Setup Menu Items

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.2.3 Setup menu items Setup item Description TestPlot Menu To perform a Test plot. MediaSet Menu To make various settings on printing media. Command Menu To set various conditions of the plotter commands.

  • Page 118: Mediaset Menu

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.2.3.2 MediaSet Menu To make various settings on media. Notes • If using non dedicated media (user media), the following problems may occur : ο Media detection error ο Slanting, snagging and wrinkling of media ο...

  • Page 119: Command Menu

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu Sheet off after printing RollCut IMPORTANT NOTE : SET TO ON TO BE RIP CONTROLLABLE! WHEN SET TO OFF, IT IS ALWAYS OFF, NO MATTER WHAT THE RIP DOES 2 steps...

  • Page 120: Pensetup Menu

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.2.3.4 PenSetup Menu To define various settings of the pens. MH-GL/2 only! Set HPGL2 penset to react to the software Command commands Penprior Panel Set HPGL2 penset hardwarematically on PenSetup...

  • Page 121: Function Menu

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.2.3.6 Function Menu To define various settings of the print process. 100% Scale the print Scale … 90° Rotate the print Rotation Function … Mirror around X or Y axis...

  • Page 122: Effect

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.2.3.9 Effect The weaving settings can be chosen in the RIP software via a scroll down menu or via the windows driver. Use this menu to improve the print quality by means of intelligent interweaving print algorithms (i²)

  • Page 123: Consumption Menu

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.2.3.10 Consumption Menu To display the life cycle status of important plotter parts, the ink level in the ink cartridges and the remaining quantity of roll media. Take this menu into consideration for part replacement and replacing ink cartridges/roll media.

  • Page 124: Operating From The Operation Panel

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.3 OPERATING FROM THE OPERATION PANEL Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. This section describes various functions which will be operated from the operation panel.

  • Page 125: Stop Printing

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.3.2 Stop printing To stop printing:  Press the [Cancel] key on the operation panel. See image below. Result: The plotter will operate as follows: Plotter Status Operation with the [Cancel] key pressed Printing Terminates printing and deletes the non printed data.

  • Page 126: Selecting Print Mode

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 6: Printer menu 6.3.4 Selecting print mode Depending on the desired print quality and print speed, the following print modes are available: Print mode Feature High speed colour Set to give priority to the print speed.

  • Page 127: Troubleshooting

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7 TROUBLESHOOTING ............128 ALFUNCTION AND FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT 7.1.1 Problem at installation and introduction ............128 7.1.2 Cannot generate graphics................129 7.1.3 Media-related troubleshooting ................ 130 7.1.4 Printing-related troubleshooting ..............133 ....................

  • Page 128: Malfunction And Failure Of The Product

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting If the error is not included in any items of this section, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Notes • When you have to receive product service within the warranty period, verify you have a warranty certificate.

  • Page 129: Cannot Generate Graphics

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.1.2 Cannot generate graphics. (1) Do not actuate at all after power activation N° Possible cause Remedy Reference 1 Is the power cable connected to the plug? Connect the power cable.

  • Page 130: Media-Related Troubleshooting

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.1.3 Media-related troubleshooting (1) The media deviates or is torn during initialization. Notes • If the media is jammed or torn, remove it according to “The media is jammed.” N° Possible cause...
  • Page 131 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting (2) The media is crumpled during initialization. Notes • If the media is jammed or torn, remove it according to “The media is jammed.” N° Possible cause Remedy Reference 1 Are you using dedicated media? Use dedicated media.
  • Page 132 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting (5) Media jams frequently occur. Notes • If media other than dedicated one is used, correct media feeding cannot be assured. N° Possible cause Remedy Reference 1 Are you using dedicated media? Use the dedicated media.

  • Page 133: Printing-Related Troubleshooting

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.1.4 Printing-related troubleshooting (1) Printing is partially stained or incomplete. Notes • Proper print quality may not be obtained with the media other than the dedicated one. N° Possible cause Remedy...

  • Page 134: Error Messages

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.2 ERROR MESSAGES 7.2.1 Status messages This section describes the display during the plotter operation. When the product is operating correctly, the operation panel displays each operation status as below. N° Possible cause...

  • Page 135: Error Message Display And Remedies

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.2.2 Error message display and remedies This section describes the details of the display when an error message appears and its remedy. Error messages are displayed when certain failures occur during plotter operation.

  • Page 136: Data Error Display And Remedies

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.2.3 Data error display and remedies This section describes the details of the display when an error message appears and its remedy. A data error appears if data communication between your PC and the plotter has failed.

  • Page 137: Error Requiring A Restart

    For an error requiring a restart, operation will return to normal after removing the cause of the error and restarting the plotter. If the same error continues to be displayed, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Be sure to tell us the code no. of the error message when you contact us.

  • Page 138: The Media Is Jammed

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.3 THE MEDIA IS JAMMED When the set media is jammed, remove it according to the following procedures. 7.3.1 Roll media Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer.
  • Page 139 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting Step 4 : Pull the media to your side, and cut the torn part with a cutter blade (1). N° Name Cutter blade Roll media Step 5 : Lift both end of the scroller (2), and guidely rewind the roll media (1).

  • Page 140: Sheet Media

    User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting 7.3.2 Sheet media Be sure to read and understand the safety warnings before handling the printer. Step 1 : Push the media hold lever (1) backward. N° Name Media hold lever Step 2 : Remove the sheet media (1) from the media feed slot (2).
  • Page 141 User’s Guide DrafStation and Drafstation Pro Chapter 7: Troubleshooting AP-75730, Rev. 2.1, 19/01/2009...

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