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User's Guide
U00086051203
Solvent Ink
Color Inkjet Printer
IP-6600
Read this User's Guide to use the printer safely and
properly. Keep this manual in a place where you
can quickly access it at any time.
Seiko I Infotech Inc.

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  • Page 1 User's Guide U00086051203 Solvent Ink Color Inkjet Printer IP-6600 Read this User's Guide to use the printer safely and properly. Keep this manual in a place where you can quickly access it at any time. Seiko I Infotech Inc.
  • Page 2 Copyright © 2003, 2004, 2005 by Seiko I Infotech Inc. All rights reserved Seiko I Infotech Inc. reserves the right to make changes without notice to the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequen- tial) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical, arithmetic, or listing errors.
  • Page 3 Introduction Thank you very much for purchasing the IP-6600 Color Inkjet Printer (simply called the printer below). This printer is a color inkjet printer that adopts solvent ink, supports 64 inch media width, and builts-in SCSI interface. This manual, the IP-6600 User's Guide, describes the features of...

  • Page 5: Deliverables

    Deliverables The printer components, including options, are installed on the main unit on delivery. Make sure that the following items are present. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact the shop where you purchased the product or the nearest service dealer. Basic components Printer main unit <1>...
  • Page 6 Accessories SCSI cable Roll paper(for installations) <1> <1> Power cord <2> • Power cord for printer • Power cord for heater + screw driver (for head up/down adjustment) Maintenance kit IP6-108 <1 set> • Cap cleaning liquid: 100 ml Starter kit 6 colors IP6-100 •...
  • Page 7 Options • Dryer 64 (IP-260) : 1 • Dryer 64 for North America (IP-263) : 1 • Roll Cover 64 (IP-261) : 1 • Exhaust Attachment (IP-262) : 1 • PS RIP (Photo Print 4 Dx) (IP-540) : 1 • PS RIP (Photo Print 4 Server) (IP-541) : 1 Consumables Storage Kit IP6-137...

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    Safety Precautions The following symbols are used in this manual to ensure the proper use of the printer and to prevent the printer from being damaged. Follow the instructions marked with these symbols. Serious personal injury or death: Failure to follow the guidelines marked with WARNING this symbol could result in serious personal injury or death.
  • Page 9 WARNING Use the power supply voltage specified on the nameplate. DO NOT plug several devices into one electrical outlet as this might result in fire or electric shock. Make sure the printer is well grounded. If not, a short circuit may cause fire or electrical shock.
  • Page 10 WARNING Power OFF the printer and unplug the power cable from the power outlet in any of the following cases: • When putting your hands inside the printer. • Smoke, strange noise or smells generate from the printer. • A piece of metal or any liquid touches the internal parts or slot of the printer.
  • Page 11 CAUTION Handle the paper rolls with care because they are very heavy. If you drop them, it could lead to personal injury. Hold the electric cable by the plug when connecting or disconnecting it. Failing to do so may cause the cable to fray or break which could lead to electric shock and/or fire.

  • Page 12: Handling Precautions

    Handling Precautions Power Supply 1. Install the printer near an easily accessible electrical outlet. 2. Do not provide power to the printer through the same power line as for noise-generating devices, such as a motor. 3. Use the power supply matched with the specification of the printer.
  • Page 13 Consumables 1. Always use the recommended consumables (media, ink, etc.). Failure to follow this instruction may cause poor print quality or a breakdown. 2. Do not use ink past the date of expiration as this may cause a breakdown. 3. Put a used ink cartridge into a plastic bag and dispose of it as an industrial waste.

  • Page 14: Manual Legend (Notational Rules)

    Manual Legend (Notational rules) This manual uses the notational rules for marks, keys, LCDs, and LEDs: Marks WARNING Boxes marked with a "WARNING" describe points of caution for avoiding serious personal injury. CAUTION Boxes marked with a "CAUTION" describe points of caution for avoiding injury to yourself or damage to the printer.
  • Page 15 Notation of Keys/LCDs/LEDs Example 1: Keys and messages shown on the LCDs in the text This represents a key This represents the LC display on the operation panel. on the operation panel. Press to put the ENTRY PAPER F•ADJ printer offline. Press to select SERVICE...
  • Page 16 Example 3: LCD's state transitions and key operations in the text ENTRY INITIALIZING PAPER F. ADJ WAIT A MOMENT A key on the operation panel. SERVICE FEED PRINT READY CLEANING ROLL : 64" (COATED) This shows that the LCD screen This indicates that the LCD screen changes to another when the operator changes to another automatically without...

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Deliverables ..................i Safety Precautions ................iv Handling Precautions ................ viii Manual Legend (Notational rules) ............x Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge) Operating Conditions ............... 1-2 Installation Space ..............1-2 Environmental Conditions ........... 1-3 Consumables ................... 1-5 Media/Paper ................
  • Page 18 PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 Server) (Option) ......1-19 LCD Messages and Printer State ..........1-20 Messages on the LCD ............1-20 F/W version checking method ............1-24 F/W version checking method ........... 1-24 Added Functions in V2.00 ..........1-24 Section 2 Basic Operations Connecting with Computer ..............
  • Page 19 Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle ............2-38 Waste Ink Bottle Replacement Procedure......2-38 If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Full ..........2-40 If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Not Installed ......2-41 Head Cleaning "CLEANING" ............2-42 Paper Feed "FEED" ............... 2-44 Using the Origin Point Setting Function ......
  • Page 20 FEED Menu ............... 3-42 FUNC Menu............... 3-42 ADJUST Menu ..............3-44 SYSTEM Menu ..............3-47 RESET Menu ..............3-51 Section 4 Heater Controller Operation Temperature Control ................ 4-2 LCD Display ..................4-4 Parameter Setup Mode ..............4-6 Error Messages ................4-10 Section 5 Troubleshooting Troubleshooting ................

  • Page 21: Section 1 Getting Started (Basic Knowledge)

    Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge) This section provides necessary information to operate the printer. Familiarize yourself with the basics of the printer before reading Section 2 and later. Contents of this section Operating Conditions Installation Space Environmental Conditions Consumables Media/Paper Waste Ink Bottle Maintenance Kit...

  • Page 22: Operating Conditions

    Operating Conditions This section describes the operating conditions for the printer. Installation Space There must be a sufficient space around the printer for the replacement of frequently used parts, for the output of drawings, and for ventilation. In addition, the maintenance space, shown below, is required to repair the printer or replace components.

  • Page 23: Environmental Conditions

    Operating Conditions Environmental Conditions Operating temperature and humidity levels The printer should be used within the temperature and humidity levels shown below. Temperature: 15 °C to 30 °C Humidity: 30% to 70% To obtain better print quality, use the printer within temperatures of 20 to 25 °C.
  • Page 24 Places where the printer must not be installed Do not install the printer in the following places: - Places exposed to direct sunlight - Places subject to vibration - Places with excessive dust - Places subject to extreme changes in temperature or humidity - Places near an air conditioner or a heater - Places where the printer may get wet - Places subject to direct air circulation from vents...

  • Page 25: Consumables

    Consumables Media/Paper Available media types We prepared the following types of media: • Glossy vinyle chrolide • Matted vinyle chrolide • Banner Contact our service center for details.
  • Page 26 Precautions for storing media - Avoid direct sunlight and water regardless of before and after opening the package. Put paper in envelope to prevent dust and store media in a dry, cool and dark place. - Avoid rapid change of temperature and humidity and store media with no condensing.
  • Page 27 Consumables Precautions for handling prints. - Do not touch the print surface before drying up the ink. Hold margins of the media for handling. Especially use care before 24 hours after printing. - Rubbing print surface causes color fading or color transfer. Do not pile print surface to prevent color transfer.

  • Page 28: Ink

    Ink types Use our recommended ink cartridges listed below. y t i NOTE - Failure to use the recommended ink cartridge may lead to a deterioration of the print quality or a printer malfunction. - The valid period of the ink is 12 months after the manufacture date.
  • Page 29 Consumables WARNING - Never bring the ink close to fire. Failure to follow this warning might result in fire. CAUTION - Do not swallow ink or avoid its splashes on the eye. If it gets into the eye, wash it off with a clean running water and consult a doctor as required.

  • Page 30: Waste Ink Bottle

    Waste Ink Bottle Use our recommended waste ink bottle listed below. WARNING - Never put the waste ink bottle near open flames. Failure to follow this warning might result in fire. CAUTION - Do not swallow ink or avoid its splashes on the eye. If it gets into the eye, wash it off with a clean running water and consult a doctor as required.

  • Page 31: Maintenance Kit

    Consumables Precautions for handling the waste ink bottle CAUTION - After use, securely fasten the attached cap and dispose of this product as industrial waste. If you have any questions, please contact your nearest sales office. NOTE - When the waste ink bottle is installed or removed, hold it with both hands with its mouth facing up.

  • Page 32: Cap Cleaning Liquid 6 Bottles

    Cap Cleaning Liquid 6 Bottles y t i Wiper Cleaning Liquid 6 Bottles y t i Cleaning Swab Storage Kit Item No. Remarks Quantity Maintenance liquid cartridge (IP6-107) IP6-137 Dummy cartridge (IP6-118) Cleaning Kit Item No. Remarks Quantity Cleaning liquid cartridge (IP6-119) IP6-117 Dummy cartridge (IP6-118) 1-12...

  • Page 33: External Views, Part Names, And Functions

    External Views, Part Names, and Functions This section shows the external views of the printer, the names of parts of the printer and describes their functions. Front Ink cartridge Roll paper Lock Unlock (1) Operation panel The lamps and LCD, which indicate the printer status, and keys for setting functions are located on the operation panel.

  • Page 34: Rear

    Rear Rear (24) (20) (20) (11) (23) (15) (21) (16) (22) (19) (10) (13) (14) (18) (17) (12) (9) Power receptacle Printer power supply (10) Printer switch (11) Rear cover (12) SCSI connector (13) ID switch SCSI controller (14) Terminator switch (15) Paper outlet (16) Waste ink bottle (17) Power receptacle...

  • Page 35: Heater

    External Views, Part Names, and Functions Heater Å The printer builts in three heaters for fixing and stabilizing print image on the print paper. Pressure roller Rear cover (Front) (Rear) (27) (25) Paper roll Paper outlet (26) Grid roller Paper inlet paper feed direction (25) Front heater (Front) Preheats the paper.

  • Page 36: Operation Panel

    Operation Panel Keys, LEDs, and the LCD are laid out on the operation panel as follows. It has a buzzer to alert errors or invalid key operations. (4) LCD Shows the printer status and menus. (3) Power switch (2) Keys Turns the printer ON Used to set printer functions.
  • Page 37 External Views, Part Names, and Functions Functions of LCD, LEDs and keys Number Name Function Shows the data reception state. (A) Data LED - Flashing : Data is being received from the computer (green) - Off : No data is being received Indicates whether an error has occurred.

  • Page 38: Heater Control Panel

    Heater Control Panel Å Rear Heater ON/OFF key Front Heater ON/OFF key Print Heater ON/OFF key Front Heater UP/DOWN key Rear Heater UP/DOWN key Print Heater UP/DOWN key Functions of LCD, LEDs and keys i t t . r e , f f c t i , f f...

  • Page 39: Dryer 64 (Option)

    Roll Cover 64 (Option) Protects paper roll from dust. Exhaust Attachment (Option) Mounts an exhaust gas pipe to the printer or the drying device. PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 DX) (Option) PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 Server) (Option) RIP software for the IP-6600. 1-19...

  • Page 40: Lcd Messages And Printer State

    LCD Messages and Printer State This section explains the messages shown on the LCD and outlines menu operations. Messages on the LCD (1) Initialization display The printer is being initialized. Booting INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT *: When the system starts normally, both controllers go online and enter idle mode automatically.
  • Page 41 LCD Messages and Printer State (3) Online state (print mode) display The printer is printing. PRINTING ROLL : 64” (PAPER) Status display Paper information (4) Online state (print pause mode) display The printer is paused. - Print stop and resume PRINTING ROLL : 64”...
  • Page 42 (5) Online state (print information mode) display Paper total count and ink removing amount are displayed. PRINT READY ROLL : 64” (COATED) TOTAL CT XXXX Bk INK REST: XXX% Lm INK REST: XXX% Three-second intervals or Lc INK REST: XXX% Y INK REST: XXX% Three-second...
  • Page 43 LCD Messages and Printer State (6) Offline (menu mode) display Menus can be operated in offline mode. ENTRY PAPER F•ADJ SERVICE FEED CLEANING FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST RESET , and are access keys to menus. *: When the key is pressed in the menu mode, "CLEANING" menu appears.

  • Page 44: F/W Version Checking Method

    F/W Version Checking Method Here, the function added in V2.00 as a firmware version checking method is described. F/W Version Checking Method (1) Select the OFFLINE mode. (Press the key) ENTRY PAPER F•ADJ (2) Press the key to display "SYSTEM". FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST...

  • Page 45: Section 2 Basic Operations

    Section 2 Basic Operations Contents of this section Connecting with Computer System configuration (connection example) Connection procedure Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Power On Turning the Power Off Replacing the Paper Roll Installing Paper Roll in the Printer Removing the Paper Roll from the Printer Replacing Paper Roll with Another Replacing Empty Paper Roll Replacing Jammed Paper Roll...

  • Page 46: Connecting With Computer

    Connecting with Computer This section only shows system configurations and cable connection procedure. System configuration (connection example) The following connection is possible. (Printer server PostScript RIP) Printer SCSI interface Connection procedure Connect a cable as follows: Turn the printer and the computer OFF. NOTE - When the printer is connected with the computer, turn the printer ON, and then turn the computer ON.

  • Page 47: The Printer

    Connecting with Computer Connect a SCSI cable to a SCSI connector on the rear of the printer. (It can be connected to any one of two SCSI connectors.) NOTE Use a dedicated SCSI cable (68-68-pin, 6 m). If using a cable except the specified one, the printer can not satisfy FCC and CE regulations.
  • Page 48 Set the terminator on the rear of the printer to ON or OFF. Terminator switch The printer has the SCSI terminator ON/OFF function. If the external terminator is not used and the printer is a terminating device in the SCSI chain (only one SCSI connector is connected), set the terminator switch to ON.

  • Page 49: Turning The Power On/Off

    Turning the Power On/Off The power of the printer and the power of the heater are separated. <Printer> The printer has two power switches as follows. (1) Printer switch (2) Power ON/OFF switch Printer front (Operation panel) Printer rear (Left side) Power receptacle The printer is turned ON by turning the printer switch ON.

  • Page 50: Turning The Power On

    Turning the Power On <Printer> Turn OFF (0) the printer switch on the left rear of the printer, and plug one end of the supplied power cable into the socket of the printer. Insert the other power plug of the cable into an electrical outlet. Printer switch OFF (0) Socket...
  • Page 51 Turning the Power On/Off When the switch is turned ON, a power-on self-diagnostic test is performed and the following message appears on the LCD on the operation panel. Booting INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT PRINT READY ROLL : 64” (PAPER) If a 64" paper roll is used The heater control panel is displayed by turning the printer power ON.
  • Page 52 <Heater> Turn OFF the heater switch on the right rear of the printer, and plug one end of the supplied power cable into the socket of the printer. Insert the other power plug of the cable into an electrical outlet. Heater switch OFF (0) 100/200 V alternation switch Power cable...

  • Page 53: Turning The Power Off

    Turning the Power On/Off Turning the Power Off <Printer> Turn OFF the power ON/OFF switch on the operation panel for a couple of seconds. SHUTDOWN WAIT A MOMENT The above message is displayed on the LCD to indicate that a shutdown process is in progress.
  • Page 54 <Heater> The heater power is also turned OFF by turning OFF the ON / OFF switch on the operation panel. Therefore, the heater switch turning OFF operation is not necessary in the normal use. Heater switch OFF (0) NOTE - Use the heater switch on the right rear of the printer only when turning the printer OFF completely for transferring, installing, and maintenance service of the printer.

  • Page 55: Replacing The Paper Roll

    Replacing the Paper Roll This section describes how to install a paper roll in the printer, and remove it from the printer. A paper roll is replaced in the following three cases: - If a paper roll is replaced with another - If it is replaced when it runs out - If it is replaced when it jams A paper replacement procedure in each case is explained below:...
  • Page 56 Slide the left flange (movable side) and put it into the paper roll. Left flange (movable) Paper roll CAUTION Be sure not to catch your finger in the rail of the flange. Tighten the left flange knob securely. Pull the winder sensor lever to front side. Left flange knob Winder sensor lever Lift the pressure roller up/down lever.
  • Page 57 Replacing the Paper Roll Feed the paper until a buzzer sounds from the paper feeder. Feed the paper until an edge of the paper goes out 200 mm or more from the paper outlet. (Paper setting direction) <Outside rolling> <Inside rolling> Paper Paper Flange...
  • Page 58 When feeding a paper roll, hold it at the center and rewind the flange to take up the slack in the paper. The guide line on the printer is no more than a guide line. Install paper roll on the printer in a straight line against the paper roll.

  • Page 59: Select A Paper Type

    Replacing the Paper Roll Select either paper roll or cut sheet. SELECT PAPER SELECT PAPER SELECT PAPER ROLL/SHEET : SHEET ROLL/SHEET : BASE ROLL/SHEET : ROLL Select ROLL PAPER, CUT SHEET , or BASE with key. (See Page 2-45 "Using the Origin Point Setting Function" about "BASE") Press the key to change setting.
  • Page 60 The paper will be set automatically. PREPARING PAPER WAIT A MOMENT If it is ended normally, return to offline or online state. If abnormal end occurs, an error message will be displayed. Go back to 1. Determine the position of movable fan. After the paper setting operation finished, adjust the position of the fan guard slide lever at the rear of the printer.

  • Page 61: Removing The Paper Roll From The Printer

    Replacing the Paper Roll Removing the Paper Roll from the Printer Lift the pressure roller up/down lever. Pressure roller up/down lever Loose the left flange knob, pull out the paper roll from the flange, and remove the paper roll from the printer. Left flange Paper roll Right flange...

  • Page 62: Replacing Paper Roll With Another

    Replacing Paper Roll with Another Put the printer offline. (Press the key.) ENTRY PAPER F•FDJ Press the key and press the key. LIFT LEVER Replace the paper according to the “Installing Paper Roll in the Printer” and “Removing it from The Printer.” Replacing Empty Paper Roll A message appears on the LCD.

  • Page 63: Installing/Removing Cut Sheet In/From The Printer

    Replacing the Paper Roll Installing/Removing Cut Sheet in/from the Printer Install/Remove the cut sheet in/from the printer refering to the procedures for the paper roll. Cut sheet Cut sheet Guide line Installing Removing NOTE - When installing the cut sheet in the printer, set the cut sheet using the guide line.
  • Page 64 Set the printer to OFFLINE mode. (Press the key) ENTRY PAPER F•ADJ Press the key, and then the key to display a paper feed adjustment pattern. #FEED PATTERN *ROUGH (NORMAL) Select the print mode you usually use for the paper to which the paper feed adjustment correction value is set.
  • Page 65 Replacing the Paper Roll Press the key, and then the key to display the entered correction value of paper feed adjustment. #FEED ADJUST *099.80% Enter the paper feed adjustment correction value, and press the key. Adjust the place with key and set a numeric value with key.
  • Page 66 Press the key, and then the key to display the entered correction value of paper feed adjustment. #FEED ADJUST *099.80% Enter the paper feed adjustment correction value, and press the key. Adjust the place with key and set a numeric value with key.
  • Page 67 Replacing the Paper Roll How to identify paper feed adjustment pattern Description is made in a case of black color. If paper feed adjustment If paper feed adjustment If paper feed adjustment correction value is appropriate correction value is large correction value is small 99.00% 100.25%...

  • Page 68: Change During Online Printing

    [Additional functions available from Change During Online Printing V2.00 or later] During the online printing, the paper feed adjusting value can be changed through the following operation. PRINT READY Idle status ROLL : 64" (PAPER) Data receiving start PRINTING Data LED flashing ROLL : 64"...
  • Page 69 Replacing the Paper Roll Head Print Position Adjustment Adjustment pattern print Print the adjustment pattern print position of each head. Select the OFFLINE mode. (Press the key) ENTRY PAPER F•ADJ Press the key twice to display "ADJUST". FUNK SYSTEM ADJUST RESET Press the key and then the...
  • Page 70 Reciprocating position adjustment (R) Reciprocating position adjustment (L) Head position adjustment Left and Right Head position adjustment Paper discharge direction 2-26...
  • Page 71 Replacing the Paper Roll Left and Right Head position adjustment Adjusts the jetting position of nozzle. Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern. Select "ADJUST", and then press the key to display "L/R ADJ". # L/R ADJ Bk >...
  • Page 72 Head position adjustment Adjusts the head position for the scanning direction on a Bk head basis. Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern. Select "ADJUST", and then press the key to display "H-POS ADJ". # H-POS ADJ Lm >...
  • Page 73 Replacing the Paper Roll Reciprocating position (Left) adjustment Adjusts the head reciprocating position (Left). Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern. Select "ADJUST", and then press the key to display "I-POS (L) ADJ". # I-POS (L) ADJ Bk >...
  • Page 74 Reciprocating print osition (Right) adjustment Adjusts the head reciprocating position (Right). Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern. Select "ADJUST", and then press the key to display "I-POS (R) ADJ". # I-POS (R) ADJ Bk > +00&A Press the key to display the head to be adjusted, and press the...

  • Page 75: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    Replacing Ink Cartridges This section describes how to replace an ink cartridge. Ink cartridges should be replaced in the following two cases: - If ink has run out - If an ink cartridge is not installed The ink cartridge replacement procedure in the following each case is explained below.
  • Page 76 Remove an ink cartridge from the printer. Ink cover Insert a new ink cartridge into the printer. New ink cartridge Ink cover Close the ink cover. Ink cover End of ink cartridge replacement. If it is ended normally, return to offline or online state. If abnormal end occurs, an error message will be displayed.

  • Page 77: Replacing Empty Ink Cartridge

    Replacing Ink Cartridges Replacing Empty Ink Cartridge A guidance message appears. OPEN L INKCOVER CHANGE XX INK XX: Ink name Bk: BLACK Lm: LIGHT MAGENTA Lc: LIGHT CYAN OPEN R INKCOVER CHANGE XX INK XX: Ink name CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW Replace the ink cartridge according to the “Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure.”...

  • Page 78: If An Ink Cartridge Is Not Installed

    If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Installed The guidance message appears. OPEN L INKCOVER SET XX INK XX: Ink name Bk: BLACK Lm: LIGHT MAGENTA Lc: LIGHT CYAN OPEN R INKCOVER SET XX INK XX: Ink name CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW Replace the ink cartridge according to the “Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure.”...

  • Page 79: Replacing Cartridges During Printing

    Replacing Ink Cartridges Replacing Cartridges during Printing This unit enables you to replace the ink cartridges during the online printing without interrupting the printing operation. Accordingly, the guidance for ink replacement during the online printing is displayed on the second line of LCD. The following describes the guidance shown if the ink cover is opened during the online printing or if the ink in main cartridge is used up.
  • Page 80 <If the Ink in Main Cartridge is Used Up> PRINTING ROLL: 64 (PAPER) XXXX: L, R PRINTING YY: Bk Lm Lc Y M C OPEN X INKCOVER PRINTING CHANGE YY INK The guidance that prompts you to replace the main cartridge is displayed on the second line of LCD.

  • Page 81: If An Ink Cartridge Is Not Detected

    Replacing Ink Cartridges If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Detected The guidance message appears. OPEN L INK COVER CHECK XX INK XX: Ink name Bk: BLACK Lm: LIGHT MAGENTA Lc: LIGHT CYAN OPEN R INKCOVER CHECK XX INK XX: Ink name CYAN MAGENTA YELLOW...

  • Page 82: Replacing The Waste Ink Bottle

    Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle This section describes how to replace a waste ink bottle. The waste ink bottle should be replaced in the following two cases: - If the waste ink bottle is full - If the waste ink bottle is not installed The waste ink bottle replacement procedures for these cases are explained below.
  • Page 83 Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle Wipe up the spilt ink into the waste ink bottle unit. Lift the lever and mount a new waste ink bottle. Drop the lever and insert the ink tube securely and tighten the knob. The selection message of the waste ink counter setting (reset (clear)) will be displayed.

  • Page 84: If The Waste Ink Bottle Is Full

    If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Full Replace the waste ink bottle according to the “Waste Ink Bottle Replacement Procedure.” NOTE Make sure visually whether or not the waste ink bottle is not full before using the printer. The selection message of the waste ink counter setting (reset (clear)) will be displayed.

  • Page 85: If The Waste Ink Bottle Is Not Installed

    Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Not Installed A guidance message appears on the LCD. BOTTLE ISN’T SET SET BOTTLE Insert a new waste ink bottle into the printer and install the waste ink bottle cover. ⇒...

  • Page 86: Head Cleaning "Cleaning

    Head Cleaning "CLEANING" Put the printer offline. (Press the key.) ENTRY PAPER F•ADJ Press the key to display the CLEANING menu. ENTRY PAPER F•ADJ SERVICE FEED CLEANING Press the key to enter the head cleaning menu. # CLEANING >NORMAL Press the key.
  • Page 87 Head Cleaning "CLEANING" Press the key. #CLEANING *BOTTLE OK? Make sure that the waste ink bottle is not full, and then press the key again. CLEANING WAIT A MOMENT XXX : Figure will be increased in about 10 seconds. NOTE - The cleaning takes several minutes.

  • Page 88: Paper Feed "Feed

    Paper Feed "FEED" This section describes how to manually feed paper after printing. Put the printer offline. (Press the key.) ENTRY PAPER F•ADJ Press the key to display the FEED menu. SERVICE FEED CLEANING Hold down the key. PAPER FEEDING While the key is kept pressed, the currently selected roll paper is fed.

  • Page 89: Using The Origin Point Setting Function

    Paper Feed "FEED" Using the Origin Point Setting Function <Origin Point Setting> When printing a small size image such as a A4 size image on the 64-inch width paper, the large blank will be generated as the figure shows below. In this case, rewind the print paper and set the print origin point to print an image on the blank area.

  • Page 90: The Key

    Push down the pressure roller up/down lever. Pressure roller up/down lever Select “BASE” in the “SELECT PAPER” menu and press key. SELECT PAPER ROLL/SHEET: BASE Input the paper width and press the key. The paper width detected at PAPER WIDTH previous time is displayed.
  • Page 91 Paper Feed "FEED" Select “*Yes” or “No” of back feed operation. PAPER FEED BACK PAPER FEED BACK *YES T h e p r i n t d e a d a r e a c a n b e The area from the paper output decreased by rewinding the paper sensor position to the print start for length between the paper output...

  • Page 92: Installing Paper On Winder

    Installing Paper on Winder A paper winder unit is built in the printer. It winds roll paper for storage without cutting it. Use the paper winder unit as follows: Prepare the paper tube and 1 m-lead paper of which paper width is the same as the paper’s you will use. Attach the lead paper on the paper tube.
  • Page 93 Installing Paper on Winder Slide the right flange (movable side) and insert it into the paper tube. Paper tube Right flange Left flange Paper tube Right flange Tighten the right flange knob securely. Paper tube Right flange Knob Lift the pressure roller up/down lever, insert paper from the paper feeder, push down the pressure roller up/down lever to set the paper, and feed paper by the Feed menu on the operation panel (see Section 3, Operation Panel...
  • Page 94 Tape the edge of the paper on the lead paper at three positions: both sides and center. Paper Tension roller Lead paper Tape Tape Paper tube Manually turn the scroller flange in the direction of winding to wind the paper slightly. Tension roller Right flange Check the positions of the paper and winding sensor,...
  • Page 95 Installing Paper on Winder The winding unit supports two winding methods; tension winding and slack winding. Generally, use the slack winding. If the slack winding does not work correctly, use the tension winding. Also, be sure to use the slack winding for glossy paper.
  • Page 96 NOTE Do not change the order of seven tension rollers, as their outside diameters are different. Changing the order will cause a skew. • Winding unit switch setting Either internal winding or external winding can be selected. When the winding unit is not used, turn the winding unit switch off. Inner winding Outer winding Winding unit OFF...

  • Page 97: Changing Heater Control Setting Temperature

    Changing Heater Control Setting Temperature Preset temperature Current temperature Rear Heater ON/OFF key Front Heater ON/OFF key Print Heater ON/OFF key Front Heater UP/DOWN key Rear Heater UP/DOWN key Print Heater UP/DOWN key In normal use, temperatures of all heaters for the every selected media are preset automatically.
  • Page 98 Heater preset temperature by medium The heater preset temperature for medium is listed in the table. Preset the heater temperature according to the media you use. ° 5 ° 0 ° 5 i t c e t t ° 5 °...
  • Page 99 Changing Heater Control Setting Temperature Flow of heater temperature setting (1) If the paper type is selected in setting the paper, the temperature initial value of each heater set for that paper is set on the heater control panel. - If the temperature initial value has been set, the heater turns on. (Heating does not start yet.) - If the temperature initial value is set to **, the heater turns off.

  • Page 100: Using The Media Pressure Alternation Lever

    Using the Media Pressure Alternation Lever Alternate the media gripping pressure of the paper transmission roller according to the media. Generally, set the media pressure alternation lever to “normal pressure.” When media cannot be fed correctly due to skew, set the media alternation lever to “high pressure.”...

  • Page 101: Using The Head Up/Down Lever

    Using the Head Up/Down Lever Alternate the head height according to the media you use. Use the head up/down lever for alternating the head height. (See the figure below) Enter SERVICE menu and execute HEAD HEIGHT ADJ on the operation panel. #ADJUST HEIGHT #ADJUST HEIGHT >EXECUTING...
  • Page 102 Tighten the head fixing screws (2 pieces). NOTE When changing the height of the head, tighten the head fixing screws while pushing the head down softly with your hand. When the head height is changed, change head height setting (19) in ENTER menu. When the head height is changed, print gap may be occurred at reciprocating print.

  • Page 103: Using The Media Edge Guard

    Using the Media Edge Guard Mount the media edge guard on the right and left media transmission path to protect the head from nap and curl of the media edge. Media edge guards Media NOTE Preset whether or not the edge guard exixts in the PAPER menu on the operation panel corresponding to the mounting the media edge guard.

  • Page 104: Using The Fan Guard Slide Lever

    Using the FAN Guard Slide Lever Cut suction of the FAN for unused area to protect the head from suction of the FAN. Slide the FAN guard slide lever between 50 inch width and 64 inch width. Set the FAN guard slide lever according to the paper width you use.

  • Page 105: Using The Print Pause/Restart And Cancel Keys

    Using the Print Pause/Restart and Cancel Keys Print pause/restart and print cancel are also available from the rear (paper outlet side) of the printer. Print pause/restart and print cancel are available during checking the print condition from the paper outlet side. (Rear) PRINT Pause/Restart and Cancel Keys Paper...

  • Page 106: Inspection & Maintenance

    Inspection & Maintenance Regular inspection and maintenance by operators are described below. Regular inspection and maintenance guide The printer needs regular inspection and maintenance. The table below lists all regular inspection and maintenance. For details of each regular inspection and maintenance, see the page to be referred.
  • Page 107 Inspection & Maintenance Daily inspection and maintenance Perform the followings every day to ensure stable print quality. (1) Wiper Blade Cleaning (2) Wiper Sponge Cleaning (3) Capping Unit Cleaning (4) Waste Ink Bottle Disposal (5) Soft Head Cleaning (6) Test Print NOTE Perform the above every day before print.
  • Page 108 Check no dregs of the dried ink and no damage on the blades. Clean the front and back of the blades with the cleaning swab infiltrated into the wiper cleaning liquid. After completion of the cleaning, close the wipe cover and the rear cover to return the wiper to the position as it was.
  • Page 109 Inspection & Maintenance NOTE Take extreme care not to spill the wiper cleaning liquid on the parts other than the wire sponge. Spilling the wiper cleaning liquid on the belts or sensors may cause a trouble. <Capping Unit Cleaning> Enter to the SERVICE menu and select “CAP CLEANING” on the operation panel.
  • Page 110 <Waste Ink Bottle Disposal> Pour the waste ink into the proper container you prepared and make the waste ink bottle empty. <Soft Head Cleaning> Enter to the “CLEANING” menu and select “SLIGHT” on the operation panel. (See page 2-42.) <Test Print> Enter to the “ADJUST”...
  • Page 111 Inspection & Maintenance Every one month inspection and maintenance <Head Cleaning> Clean the head one time per a month according to the documentation attached to the head cleaner kit. When leaving the printer for a long time (more than 2 weeks) in power off state Store the printer after cleaning the head and ink path with the maintenance liquid and charging the maintenance liquid.
  • Page 112 When returning the printer from a long time leaving (more than 2 weeks) Perform the cleaning of the head and ink path with cleaning liquid. Six cleaning liquid cartridges and six dummy cartridges are mandatory. Prepare the cleaning kit (IP6-117). Six cleaning liquid cartridges (IP6-119) and six dummy cartridges (IP6-118) are packed together in the cleaning kit.
  • Page 113 Inspection & Maintenance #SERVICE >INK CHARGE Insert the ink cassettes and charge the ink. Leave the printer for at least one hour after completion of ink charging. Check moisture of the wiper sponge. Perform the test print. When the print dot-off occurs during the test print, perform slight cleaning in the “CLEANING”...
  • Page 114 NOTE The printer performs fill cap operation to keep the good head condition at first 20 hours after print wait state and every 3 days. It is recommended to keep the printer ON except when the printer is not used for a long time. Avoid leaving the printer with no ink for one month or more for head protection.
  • Page 115 Inspection & Maintenance When leaving the printer in power off for more than one month Regardless of performing the service cleaning, a service call error message will be displayed on the operation panel. Contact SIIT service centers. NOTE Do not leave the printer without maintenance liquid charge more than 2 weeks in power off state for head protection.
  • Page 116 Cleaning platen When glue adheres to platen or ink drops on the platen, clean the platen according to the following procedures: Open the rear cover and put a soft cloth on ink stained on the platen to infiltrate ink into the soft cloth. Infiltrate ink into the soft cloth with care so as not to spread it.
  • Page 117 Inspection & Maintenance If ink gets into vacuum holes on the platen, wipe out ink clung to the holes with a commerically-available mini- cotton swab, then wipe out again with a mini-cotton swab moistened with alcohol. Use a ø3 mm mini-cotton swab. Platen Mini-cotton swab 2-73...

  • Page 118: Section 3 Operation Panel Menu Operations

    Section 3 Operation Panel Menu Operations This section outlines the user menu structure and operations. Contents of This Section Basic Menu Operation Menu Hierarchical Structure Menu Tree Basic Operations and Keys Operation Procedures for Choice Input, Value Input, Execution and Character Input Menu Operations INK Menu PAPER Menu...

  • Page 119: Basic Menu Operation

    Basic Menu Operation When the key is pressed in the online idle mode, the printer enters to the offline mode, a menu group appears on the LCD, and menu operations are enabled. ENTRY PAPER F.ADJ SERVICE FEED CLEANING FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST RESET Menu Hierarchical Structure...

  • Page 120: Menu Tree

    Basic Menu Operation Menu Tree ENTRY XX INK REST: YYY% Execution form (Display) PAPER F.ADJ DATE : XX/XX/XX ROLL(XXXXXX) Execution form (Display) SHEET(XXXXXX) Execution form (Display) YYYYmmXZZZZmm BASE(XXXXXX) Execution form (Display) Enter a choice #SELECT PAPER 01 to 20 >01 : TYPE01 #NAME Enter characters >01 : TYPE01...
  • Page 121 Enter a choice #PAPER SET MODE - NORMAL >01 : NORMAL - SAVING Enter a choice - NORMAL #VACUUM - LOW >01 : NORMAL Enter a choice #WAIT HEATER - WAIT >01 : WAIT - SKIP #FRONT HEATER Enter a value >01 : 30C 15 to 55 #PRINT HEATER...
  • Page 122 Basic Menu Operation Enter a choice #PRIORITY FEED - DATA >01 : DATA - PANEL Enter a choice #PRIORITY MODE - DATA >01 : DATA - PANEL Enter a choice #PRIORITY HETER - DATA >01 : DATA - PANEL Enter a value #DLETE PAPER 01 to 20 >02 : TYOE02 OK?
  • Page 123 Enter a choice #WASTE INK SAVING - NORMAL >NORMAL - SAVING Enter a choice #CLEANING - NORMAL >NORMAL - SLIGHT - STRONG #FEEDING Execution form FUNC SYSTEM #MENU PRINT Execution form ADJUST RESET > #ERROR LOG PRINT Execution form > #TRACE PRINT Execution form >01 : SEQUENCE 1...
  • Page 124 Basic Menu Operation #IPB VERSION Execution form (Display) *X.X #WIM VERSION Execution form (Display) *X.X #IPB VERSION Execution form (Display) *X.X #ASIC VERSION Execution form (Display) *X.XX #HEAT HW VERSION Execution form (Display) *XX.X #HEAT FW VERSION Execution form (Display) *XX.X #SCSI ID Execution form...

  • Page 125: Basic Operations And Keys

    Basic Operations and Keys (1) To enable menu operations: - Enter to the offline mode. - When the printer enters the offline mode, a menu group screen is displayed. (2) Menu group selection: - Select a menu group directly with keys.

  • Page 126: Operation Procedure For Choice Input, Value Input, Execution, And Character Input

    Basic Menu Operation Operation Procedure for Choice Input, Value Input, Execution, and Character Input If a choice is input for a parameter: An example of PRINT MODE of the ENTRY menu is given below. (1) Select a menu group with keys.
  • Page 127 If a value is input for a parameter: The PAPER FEED ADJ menu of the ADJUST menu is given as an example. (1) Select a menu group with keys. Select menu with key. FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST RESET (2) Select a sub-menu of the ADJUST menu with keys.
  • Page 128 Basic Menu Operation If a parameter is executed: Case 1: To print The MENU PRINT menu of the FUNC menu is given as an example. (1) Select a menu group with keys. Select FUNC menu with key. FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST RESET (2) Select a sub-menu of the FUNC menu with keys.
  • Page 129 Case 2: To display only The SCSI ID menu of the SYSTEM menu is given as an example. (1) Select a menu group with keys. Select SYSTEM menu with key. FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST RESET (2) Select a sub-menu of the SYSTEM menu with keys.
  • Page 130 Basic Menu Operation If a value is character input for a parameter: An example of NAME of the ENTRY menu is given below. Select a menu group with keys. Select ENTRY menu with key. ENTRY PAPER F.ADJ Select a sub-menu of the ENTRY menu with keys.
  • Page 131 Press key to determine the parameter. # C_PAPER NAME >01 : CYPE01 <Character List> Character Character code group Symbols space, !, • • • • Backward Numerals 0 to 9 key) Alphabet • Capital letter A toZ Alphabet • Small letter a to z Katakana: line...

  • Page 132: Menu Operations

    Menu Operations INK Menu This menu is used to display ink information or replace the ink. When the key is pressed, information on each color ink is displayed at three-second intervals. ENTRY PAPER F.ADJ XX: Color name, such as Bk, Lm, Lc, Y, M, and C.

  • Page 133: Paper Menu

    PAPER Menu This menu is used to display media information or replace the paper. When the key is pressed, information on media is displayed at three-second intervals. ENTRY PAPER F.ADJ <Paper roll> ROLL(XXXXXX) X: Paper type Y: Paper size <Cut sheet> X: Paper type SHEET(XXXXXX) Y: Paper width (mm)

  • Page 134: Entry Menu

    Menu Operations ENTRY Menu This menu is used to set up parameters for drawings. When the key is pressed, parameters can be set. PAPER ENTRY PAPER F.ADJ #SELECT PAPER >01 : TYPE01 (1) Paper selection (SELECT PAPER) Select a paper type number to be registered newly or revised. Twenty types (from 01 to 20) can be selected.
  • Page 135 (3) Paper feed adjustment value (FEED ADJUST) (Unit: %) Set a paper feed adjustment value. BASE=099.92% FEED ADJUST >01 : 099.80% >01 : 099.80% <Parameter (Enter a value)> XXX.XX% (97.00 to 103.00%) (4) Scan waiting time (SCAN WAIT TIME) (Unit: second) Set the paper scanning wait time.
  • Page 136 Menu Operations (6) Print direction setting (DIRECTION) Set a print direction. #DIRECTION >01 : BI <Parameter (Enter a choice)> BI: Print with dual direction. UNI: Print with single direction. (7) Condition pass setting (CONDITION PASS) Selects a conditioning pass mode for the paper. When the print waiting condition continues for a long time, the faint print or print off may be caused by the wrinkle or smudge on the edge of the paper roll due to humidity and dust.
  • Page 137 <Parameter (Enter a choice)> - NONE: The conditioning pass is not performed. Select this parameter when performing the continuous printing with the media that is hard to be wrinkled. When the printer is left in the waiting condition for a long time, the print off due to wrinkles may be caused.
  • Page 138 Menu Operations (8) Edge guard setting (EDGE GUARD) Set whether the media edge guard is used or not. The right and left print margins will be changed by this setting. #EDGE GUARD >01 : USE <Parameter (Enter a choice)> : Set when the edge guard is used. NOT USE : Set when the edge guard is not used.
  • Page 139 (11) Paper setting mode (PAPER SET MODE) Detects the edge of the paper when replacing or setting the paper, and selects whether the paper should be returned to the waiting position. When the winder is effective, the paper will not be returned to the waiting position regardless of this setting.
  • Page 140 Menu Operations (12) Wind value setting for FAN (VACUUM) Sets wind value for FAN. #VACUUM >01 : NORMAL <Parameter (Enter a choice)> NORMAL: Absorbs the paper at the normal wind value. LOW: Absorbs the paper at the low wind value. (13) Wait of heating setting (WAIT HEATER) Sets whether print should wait for time that the heater temperature reaches the preset temperature.
  • Page 141 (15) Initial temperature setting for the print heater (PRINT HEATER) Sets the platen heater temperature. (Celsius) (Fahrenheiht) #PRINT HEATER #PRINT HEATER >01 : 40C >01 : 104F <Parameter (Enter a value)> - Range: 15 °C to 55 °C (The heater will be OFF when "**" is set.) (16) Initial temperature setting for the rear heater (REAR HEATER) Sets the rear heater temperature.
  • Page 142 Menu Operations NOTE If the color stripe is not set, the print dot-off may occur. It is recommended to set the color stripe for printing, if practicable. *The color stripe is printed on the test print regardless of this setting. (18) Head action mode setting (HEAD MOTION) Selects a head action mode.
  • Page 143 (20) Reciprocating print position (Left) adjustment (Bk/Lm/Lc/Y/M/C) Adjusts reciprocating print positions (Left) for all heads. (I-POS ADJ YY) Enter an adjustment value based on the head adjustment pattern print. #I-POS (L) ADJ YY YY: Ink color >01 : +00&A Display order: Bk ->...
  • Page 144 Menu Operations NOTE - When the tension winding as the winding mode or sequence 2 as the paper feed mode is selected, the printer works at mode 1 setting even if the mode 2 is selected. - When selecting mode 2, a joint of print will be generated because the cleaning is performed during print.
  • Page 145 (25) Print mode priority setting (PRIORITY MODE) Selects a priority of the print mode. #PRIORITY MODE >01 : DATA <Parameter (Enter a value)> DATA: Gives priority to data. PANEL: Gives priority to the panel. (26) Heater mode priority setting (PRIORITY HEATER) Selects a priority of the heater mode.
  • Page 146 Menu Operations (28) Copy source and copy destination [Additional functions available from V2.00 or later] Select the copy source and copy destination to copy the media information. Parameters to be copied refer to each setting of (2) through (26) in the ENTRY menu.
  • Page 147 <Description of parameter copy method> The following explains how to copy the parameter registered to paper No. 13 to paper No. 20. 1) Select a copy source # COPY SOURCE > 01 The parameter can be changed with the key. # COPY SOURCE (For the copy source number, * 01...
  • Page 148 Menu Operations 2) Select a copy destination A numeral on the left side is the # COPY DEST copy source number. > 13→01 * The parameter can be changed with the key. # COPY DEST (For the copy destination number, 01 - 20 are displayed) * 13→01 * If the copy destination has already been registered, * is...
  • Page 149 Initial values for the registered papers Some papers will be registered at shipping. (The parameters registered at shipping are changeable and deletable. However, 01 (PAPER) cannot be deleted.) The table lists the initial values for the papers registered. e t t °...
  • Page 150 Menu Operations Example of paper registration Select a paper number to be registered newly or revised. (1) Press the key to enter to the ENTRY menu. ENTRY PAPER F.ADJ (2) Select "SELECT PAPER" menu with the keys. #SELECT PAPER >01 : TYPE01 (3) Press the key to change the parameter.
  • Page 151 Example of parameter setting In this example, a paper feed adjustment value will be entered. (1) Select "FEED ADJUST" menu with the keys. #FEED ADJUST >02 : 099.80% (2) Press the key and revise the parameter. #FEED ADJUST *02 : 099.80% NOTE - Determine the paper feed adjustment value by printing the paper feed adjustment pattern.

  • Page 152: F.adj Menu

    Menu Operations F.ADJ Menu This menu is used to set paper feed adjustment parameters. When the key is pressed, parameters can be set. ENTRY PAPER F.ADJ #FEED PATTERN >01 : ROUGH 1 (1) Paper feed adjustment pattern Prints a pattern for adjusting the paper feed amount. Two pattern parameters are available, ROUGH that prints the paper feed amount adjustment pattern at every 0.25% step between 99.0 and 101.0 %, and DETAIL that prints the paper feed amount...
  • Page 153 ROUGH (H-DENS): Select at adjustment in high density print mode. ROUGH (DRAFT): Select at adjustment in draft print mode. DETAIL (NORMAL): Select at adjustment in standard and high speed print modes. DETAIL (H-QUAL): Select at adjustment in high quality print mode. DETAIL (H-DENS): Select at adjustment in high density print mode.
  • Page 154 Menu Operations (3) Back feed adjustment pattern Prints a pattern for adjusting a paper back feed amount. Select a proper parameter according to the print mode. # BACK PATTERN >NORMAL <Parameter (Enter a value)> NORMAL: Select at adjustment in standard and high speed print modes. H-QUALITY: Select at adjustment in high quality print mode.

  • Page 155: Service Menu

    SERVICE Menu This menu is used to maintain the cap and the wiper as well as to clean the ink path. When the key is pressed, the service menu will be operable. SERVICE FEED CLEANING #SERVICE >SERVICE CLEAN (1) Service cleaning (SERVICE) Selects a service cleaning parameter.
  • Page 156 Menu Operations (2) Cap cleaning (CAP CLEANING) Moves the print head carriage to the wiper position so that you can clean the cap unit manually. #CAP CLEANING > <Parameter (Execution form)> None (3) Wiper cleaning (WIPER CLEANING) The wiper blade is lifted so that you can clean the wiper blade manually.
  • Page 157 (5) Head height Use this at head height adjustment. The cap is opened after performing this operation. # HEAD HEIGHT > <Parameter (Execution form)> None # ADJUST HEIGHT >OK # ADJUST HEIGHT >EXECUTING OPEN REAR COVER ADJUST HEIGHT # ADJUST HEIGHT >...

  • Page 158: Cleaning Menu

    Menu Operations (6) Waste ink saving [Additional functions available from V2.00 or later] The waste ink saving mode for the auto cleaning operation is set. # WASTE SAVING > NORMAL <Parameter (choice input)> NORMAL: Auto cleaning is executed in the normal operation mode (initial value).

  • Page 159: Feed Menu

    FEED Menu While the key is held down, the currently selected paper roll is fed. (If a cut sheet is used, it is discharged.) A feeding message appears on the LCD. SERVICE FEED CLEANING PAPER FEEDING When the key is released, paper feeding stops and the top menu appears on the LCD in offline mode.
  • Page 160 Menu Operations (1) Menu print (MENU PRINT) Prints information on the unit and panel settings. #MENU PRINT > <Parameter (execution form)> None (2) Error log information print (ERROR LOG PRINT) Prints error log information saved in the printer. #ERROR LOG PRINT >...

  • Page 161: Adjust Menu

    ADJUST Menu This menu is used to set mechanical adjustment parameters. When the key is pressed, mechanical adjustment parameters can be set. FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST RESET #ADJUST PATTERN >TEST PRINT (1) Adjustment pattern print (ADJUST PATTERN) Prints the adjustment pattern for adjusting the printer mechanically and electrically.
  • Page 162 Menu Operations - ADJUST 2-1: Prints the phase, left and right, and inter-head position adjustment patterns of HEAD ADJ 2. - ADJUST 2-2: Prints only the reciprocating adjustment pattern of HEAD ADJ 2. (2) Nozzle jetting position adjustment (Bk/Lm/Lc/Y/M/C) (L/R ADJ YY) Adjusts the jetting position of nozzle.
  • Page 163 (4) Reciprocating position (Left) adjustment (Bk/Lm/Lc/Y/M/C) Adjusts the head reciprocating position (Left). Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern. #I-POS (L) ADJ YY YY: Ink color >+00&A Display order: Bk -> Lm -> Lc -> Y -> M -> C <Parameter (Enter a value)>...

  • Page 164: System Menu

    Menu Operations SYSTEM Menu This menu is used to set or display system parameters. When the key is pressed, system parameters can be set. FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST RESET #LANGUAGE >JAPANESE (1) Language for LCD messages (LANGUAGE) [Initial value: ENGLISH] Sets Japanese or English for messages displayed on the LCD. <Parameter (Enter a choice.)>...
  • Page 165 (4) Engine controller board version display (IPB VERSION) Displays the version number of the Engine controller board (IPB). # IPB VERSION X: Version number * X.X <Parameter (Execution form)> None (5) SCSI board version display (WIM VERSION) Displays the ICB board version. # WIM VERSION X: Version number * X.X...
  • Page 166 Menu Operations (8) Heater H/W version display Displays the heater hardware version. #HEART HW VERSION X: Version number *XX.X <Parameter (Execution form)> None (9) Heater F/W version display Displays the heater firmware version. If the heater cannot be recognized, "--.-" is displayed. #HEAT FW VERSION *XX.X X: Version number...
  • Page 167 (12) System time setting (SYSTEM TIME) Sets system time used in the unit. #SYSTEM TIME >03 / 08 / 01 <Parameter (Enter a value)> 00 : 00 to 23 : 59 (13) Factory setting (INITIAL SET) Sets all parameter values to factory settings. #INITIAL SET >...

  • Page 168: Reset Menu

    Menu Operations RESET Menu This menu is used to reset the printer. When the key is pressed, the reset function is executed. An initializing message appears on the LCD. FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST RESET INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT After resetting, the printer goes online. The set values including correction values are not cleared.

  • Page 169: Section 4 Heater Controller Operation

    Section 4 Heater Controller Operation This section describes temperature control, LCD displays, param- eter setup mode operations, and error messages of the heater con- troller. Contents of This Section Temperature Control LDC Display Parameter Setup Mode Error Messages...

  • Page 170: Temperature Control

    Temperature Control The following are three conditions for heater control. (1) Preset temperature maintaining condition Function: To heat the paper for reduction of ink dry time, improvement of ink fixing, and paper winkles protection. Status: Status of maintaining each heater temperature at the preset temperature on the heater control panel.
  • Page 171 Temperature Control (3) Temperature Control Stop Condition Function: To prevent useless current consumption, to protect the paper from being damaged due to the heating of heaters, and to protect the user from getting burned due to a touch to the heaters when print is not performed.

  • Page 172: Lcd Display

    LCD Display (1) Display in normal mode Preset temperature AAAU BBBU CCCU Current temperature XXXU YYYU ZZZU Front heater Print heater Rear heater Display: (AAA to CCC, YYY to ZZZ) Temperature unit: (U) Setup Current Celsius Heater temperature temperature Fahrenheit FRONT PRINT •...
  • Page 173 LDC Display (3) Display at heater OFF “OFF” is displayed in the setup temperature display area of the heater turned OFF. The temperature unit of the heater turned OFF is not displayed. The current temperature area is displayed as it is. OFF BBBU CCCU XXXU YYYU ZZZU (4) Display when heater AC power is turned OFF...

  • Page 174: Parameter Setup Mode

    Parameter Setup Mode This mode is used when the operator sets the heater control system parameters. (1) Setup items and parameters The setup items and parameters are listed in the table below. Parameters Item Display Item Display Description Initial value (upper line) (lower line) CELSIUS...
  • Page 175 Parameter Setup Mode (3) Moving the setup item Select a setup item you desire with the keys on the heater control panel. Press the key on the heater control panel to move to the next (lower) setup item. When pressing key on the heater control panel at the last setup item, the (See, (1) setup items and parameters) Press the...
  • Page 176 (6) Deciding the setting value. Display the setting value you desire on the 2nd line. Press the ON/OFF key on the heater control panel to determine the setting value. The display returns to the setup item setting screen. # UNIT * FAHRENHEIT Note: - # shows blinking When the setting value you don't desire is displayed on the 2nd...
  • Page 177 Parameter Setup Mode (8) Preheat by manual operation [Additional functions available from V2.00 or later] The front heater, print heater, and rear heater start to heat until they reach the set temperature by pressing simultaneously respective ON/OFF buttons on the heater panel. Simultaneous pressing Turning on respective heaters in prior to the print can shorten the heater temperature rise waiting time at the start of printing.

  • Page 178: Error Messages

    Error Messages When the following error messages are displayed on the heater control panel, contact our service centers. <System error> ERROR H01 SYSTEM ERROR <The relay board cannot be detected> ERROR H02 PLY BOARD ERR <Front heater thermistor temperature error> (-10 °C or less, 70 °C or more) ERROR H03 F TEMP ERR <Rear heater thermistor temperature error>...
  • Page 179 Error Messages <Rear heater thermistor cannot reach the preset temperature even after 15 minutes.> ERROR H07 R TEMPERR <Print heater thermistor cannot reach the preset temperature even after 15 minutes.> ERROR H08 P TEMPERR <Switch test error occurs in the diagnostics > ERROR H09 SWITCH ERROR <Zero cross error occurs in the diagnostics.>...

  • Page 180: Section 5 Troubleshooting

    Section 5 Troubleshooting This section describes troubleshooting for the printer. If the prob- lem cannot be solved, contact your dealer or our service center. Contents of This Section Troubleshooting Clearing Paper Jams When an Error Message Appears Service Call Errors Communication Errors Operator Call Errors When the Printer Fails to Work Correctly...

  • Page 181: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Before deciding that there is a serious problem with the printer, check the following items. Items to be checked Symptom Items to be checked Corrective measures Power cable connection Plug the power cable into the outlet correctly. Power supply to the outlet Supply the power to the outlet.

  • Page 182: Clearing Paper Jam

    Clearing Paper Jam Clear paper jams according to a guidance message displayed on the LCD. A guidance message appears on the LCD. X: Types of paper jam LIFT LEVER & 1: Paper jam 1 OPEN REAR COVER 2: Paper jam 2 See “When an Error Message Appears”.

  • Page 183: When An Error Message Appears

    When an Error Message Appears If the ERROR lamp lights, check the message to be displayed on the LCD. There are four types of error messages. - Service call errors: Operator unrecoverable errors, such as H/W, S/W failure. Contact our service centers. - Communication errors: Communication protocol errors.
  • Page 184 When an Error Message Appears <Engine error> ENGINE ERROR nnnn nnnn: Error code POWER OFF/ON Description : An unrecoverable error has occurred in the network controller section. (H/W failure) Measure : Contact your dealer or our service centers (The error code identified on the LCD is needed) .

  • Page 185: Communication Errors

    Communication Errors nnn: Error code PRINT READY 001: Parity error W SCSI ERROR nnn 002: Bus timeout error Description : The conditions or protocol for communication with the computer is incorrect. Measure : (1) Check the SCSI cable connection and terminator switch.

  • Page 186: Operator Call Errors

    When an Error Message Appears Operator Call Errors The following errors can be corrected by the operator. (Ink cartridge) OPEN X INKCOVER X: L (left) /R (Right) YY: Y, M, C, Bk, Lm, Lc CHANGE YY INK Description : There is no ink. Measure : Take appropriate measures according to the message.
  • Page 187 (Waste ink bottle) WASTE INK FULL CHANGE BOTTLE Description : The waste ink bottle is full. Measure : Take appropriate measures according to the message. => Section 2 Basic Operations (Waste Ink Bottle Replacement) BOTTLE ISN’T SET SET BOTTLE Description : No waste ink bottle is installed. Measure : Take appropriate measures according to the message.
  • Page 188 When an Error Message Appears (Paper) LIFT LEVER SET PAPER Description : Paper runs out. Measure : Set new paper. => Section 2 Basic Operations (Paper Replacement) LIFT LEVER CHECK PAPER Description : Paper with an invalid size (less than 297 mm width or 64 inch width or more) is set.
  • Page 189 (Others) CLOSE REAR COVER Description : The rear cover is opened. Measure : Take appropriate measures according to the message. HEAD TEMP. ERROR WAIT A MOMENT Description : The head temperature is out of the operating temperature range. Measure : Use it within the operating temperature range. Leave the printer for a while until the head temperature falls within the range.

  • Page 190: When The Printer Fails To Work Correctly

    When the Printer Fails to Work Correctly This section describes what to do when the printer fails to work correctly. Take appropriate measures according to the symptoms. Measures to be taken when the printer malfunctions Problem Possible cause Corrective measure A no-ink message is Open the ink cover and check whether displayed even when...

  • Page 191: When A Print Error Occurs

    When a Print Error Occurs This section explains how to solve print quality problems. Take appropriate measures according to the symptoms. Measures to solve print quality problems when a print error occurs Symptom Possible cause Corrective measure Blank data is transmitted. Check print data.

  • Page 192: When There Is An Abnormal Sound

    When There Is an Abnormal Sound If an abnormal sound is heard, contact your dealer or an SIIT ser- vice center. 5-13...

  • Page 193: Appendix

    Appendix This Appendix shows the basic specifications, components, and celsius and fahrenheit conversion list. Contents of This Section Basic Specifications Printer Specifications Options/Consumables Options Consumables Celsius and Fahrenheit Coversion List...

  • Page 194: Basic Specifications

    Basic Specifications Printer Specifications Basic printer specifications Item Specification / Function Recording method Piezo-type color ink-jet printing Resolution 720 dpi x 720 dpi About four minutes / A0 with 4 pass printing. (Changes according to Recording speed surrounding temperature and head temperature) Paper feed/delivery direction Front paper supply, Rear paper delivery Paper type Vinyl chloride, Tarpolin...

  • Page 195: Options/Consumables

    Options/Consumables Options Options Name Item number Quantity Remarks Dryer 64 IP-260 Drys up the media. Dryer 64 for North America IP-263 Drys up the media. Roll Cover 64 IP-261 Protects paper roll from dust. Mounts an exhaust gas pipe to the Exhaust Attachment IP-262 printer or the dryer.

  • Page 196: Consumables

    Consumables Consumables (Ink) Name Item number Quantity Remarks Ink cartridge/Yellow (1000 ml) IP6-101 1/carton 1000 ml Ink cartridge/Magenta (1000 ml) IP6-102 1/carton 1000 ml Ink cartridge/Cyan (1000 ml) IP6-103 1/carton 1000 ml Ink cartridge/Black (1000 ml) IP6-104 1/carton 1000 ml Ink cartridge/Light cyan (1000 ml) IP6-105 1/carton...

  • Page 197: Celsius And Fahrenheit Conversion List

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