Page 1 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Océ User Manual Océ Arizona 550 GT User Manual, Version 1.2 Revision B...
Page 2 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Copyright © 2012, Océ All rights reserved. No part of this work may be reproduced, copied, adapted, or transmitted in any form or by any means without written permission from Océ.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Contents Contents Chapter 1 Introduction......................7 Preface......................8 Product Compliance.................11 Chapter 2 Product Overview.....................15 Printer Specifications................16 Chapter 3 Safety Information....................19 UV Ink and Flush..................20 UV Curing System ...................21 Safety Interlock System................23...
Page 4 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Contents Underlay Board to Reduce Artifacts............97 Chapter 6 How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 XT............99 Océ Arizona 550 XT Features..............100 How to Use the Océ Arizona 550 XT Vacuum System......102...
Page 5 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Contents Chapter 11 Error Handling and Troubleshooting............211 Troubleshooting Overview..............212 How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs.........214 Chapter 12 Printer Maintenance..................215 Maintenance Guidelines................216 Maintenance Procedures...............218 Clean Carriage Underside..............218 Printhead Maintenance..............221...
Page 6 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Contents...
Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 1 Introduction...
Page 8: Preface
Preface Introduction This manual provides the operator with information about the Océ Arizona 550 GT and Océ Arizona 550 XT UV flatbed inkjet printers. The manual orients you to the many features and the procedures that allow you to print professional quality images on various media with this printer.
Page 9: Product
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Preface Customer Service If your printer malfunctions and you are unable to resolve the problem, field service technicians can be dispatched to your site to conduct repairs. Service visits are paid for by the customer, either under a maintenance agreement, by purchase order or prepayment.
Page 10 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Preface on a regular basis. A few minutes spent cleaning also helps to ensure optimal printer function and the highest quality prints. It is the responsibility of the operator to try to eliminate simple problems before calling a service representative.
Page 11: Product Compliance
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Product Compliance Product Compliance Introduction This section provides the EMC FCC compliance information and points to the DGS web site for access to the official documents for all agency compliance standards that the Océ...
Page 12 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Product Compliance [1] CE Declaration UltraViolet and Blue Light Hazards Categories UltraViolet Light Radiation Hazards Emission: Effective UV-irradiance Emission Category of Océ Arizona 550 GT and Océ Arizona 550 XT according to 7.1 of EN12198-1:2000 - Category 2.
Page 13: Product
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Product Compliance Note: Wear Industrial Protective Eyewear with lenses that block both UVA and UVB. Gloves and long-sleeved work clothes are essential to reduce the skin's exposure to UV emissions.
Page 14 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Product Compliance Océ (UK) Ltd. Langston Road Loughton, Essex IG10 3SL United Kingdom Telephone: (44) 870 600 5544 - Fax: (44) 870 600 1113 E-mail: salesinformation@oce.co.uk - Web site: www.oce.co.uk...
Page 15: Chapter 2 Product Overview
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 2 Product Overview...
Page 16: Printer Specifications
Printer Specifications Introduction The Océ Arizona 550 GT and Océ Arizona 550 XT are flatbed inkjet printers capable of producing large format images on various rigid and flexible media. The printers consists of a flatbed vacuum table and moving gantry. Media is held flat and stationary on the vacuum table during printing.
Page 17 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printer Specifications Feature Specification Maximum Print Size 550 GT: 2.51m (98.8") x 1.26m (49.6") 550 XT: 2.51m (98.8") x 3.06m (120.5") Media Weight Maximum: 34 kg/sq.m (7 lbs/sq.ft)
Page 18 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printer Specifications Chapter 2 - Product Overview...
Page 19: Chapter 3 Safety Information
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 3 Safety Information...
Page 20: Uv Ink And Flush
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 UV Ink and Flush UV Ink and Flush Introduction The safety concerns involved with the handling and use of the UV ink and Flush are de- tailed in the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) documents. Review them before handling any UV ink or flush.
Page 21: Uv Curing System
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 UV Curing System UV Curing System Introduction UV-curable ink need a high energy level of UV light to cure. The UV curing system is made up of two mercury arc lamps attached to the carriage.
Page 22 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 UV Curing System Note: Wear Industrial Protective Eyewear with lenses that block both UVA and UVB. Gloves and long-sleeved work clothes are essential to reduce the skin's exposure to UV emissions.
Page 23: Safety Interlock System
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Interlock System Safety Interlock System Introduction The printer has three Emergency-Stop buttons. The Maintenance Station drawer is part of the safety interlock system. A beacon light indicates the status of the safety system and the printer.
Page 24: Océ Arizona 550 Gt Safety Labels
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Introduction The safety labels are placed at strategic locations on the printer to warn the operator of possible dangers and hazards.
Page 25 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Description Label Machine lockout: a reminder to turn off and lock out the AC power switch before servicing any elec- trical components.
Page 26 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Description Label Electrical Shock Hazard Equipment Powered by two power cords. Turn off power switch or remove both power cords before servicing Refer to the section "How to Power the Printer On...
Page 27 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Description Label No Step Do not step on the table strut. If pressure is put on the table strut it can bend and thus affect the level of the printer table and therefore print quality.
Page 28: Safety Awareness
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Safety Awareness Introduction This section contains two sets of principles that must be followed to assure maximum safety when operating your Océ Arizona printer. The first set uses negative examples to show you things to avoid in order to prevent injury to the operator.
Page 29 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety Do not push or force the carriage to move manually if it is al- ready in motion. If you do move the car-...
Page 30 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety Do not push or force the gantry to move manually if it is al- ready in motion. If you do move the...
Page 31 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety Movement of the car- riage up and down may be a crush haz- ard. Do not rest your hands in this area...
Page 32 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety Keep a distance of at least 1 m (3 ft.) to the UV light when print- ing. Avoid looking at the...
Page 33 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Arizona Printer Residual Risks Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk crushing hazard is created by the movement of the carriage and gantry supports. Keep hands...
Page 34 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk crush- ing/pinch hazard is created by the table and the gantry. [31] Table/Gantry Pinch hazard A high risk crush-...
Page 35 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk crush- ing/pinch hazard is created by the carriage and the gantry when the Z-Axis is moving (carriage moves up or down).
Page 36 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk shearing hazard is created by the gantry and the gantry rail. This pho- to shows another view from the bottom. Do not place fingers or hands in this area.
Page 37 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk shearing hazard is created by the carriage and the gantry frame. [36] Gantry Frame Shear Hazard Entanglement hazard A medium risk of fin-...
Page 38 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A medium risk impact hazard is created by the carriage when cy- cling from left to right. [38] Carriage Impact Hazard Heat hazard: the UV...
Page 39: Roll Media Safety Awareness
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Media Safety Awareness Roll Media Safety Awareness Introduction This section contains two sets of principles that must be followed to assure maximum safety when operating the Roll Media Option (RMO) for your Arizona printer. The first image uses a negative example to show you a situation to avoid in order to prevent injury to the operator.
Page 40 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Media Safety Awareness RMO Residual Risks Crushing/Shear Hazard Do not place your hand near the shaft drive motors when the printer is printing or when the dual foot controls are pressed.
Page 41: How To Navigate The User Interface
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface...
Page 42: Operator Interface Hardware
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Operator Interface Hardware Operator Interface Hardware Introduction The Operator interacts with printer components to print, maintain, and monitor the state of the printer. This section identifies and explains the functions of the hardware.
Page 43 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Operator Interface Hardware Component Function 7) Printer Status Indicates printer status. See Chapter 3 for details. Beacon 8) Emergency Stops Shuts down all motion and hazardous systems. See chapter 3 for details.
Page 44 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Operator Interface Hardware [44] Vacuum Hardware Chapter 4 - How to Navigate the User Interface...
Page 45: Printer Interface Software
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printer Interface Software Printer Interface Software Introduction The printer software is displayed on the LCD monitor. The interface has six main modules that are accessed by tabs located at the bottom of the display. Click on these tabs to access the modules.
Page 46 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printer Interface Software Operator Interface Module Tabs [46] Interface Tabs Interface Modules Component Function Print Job Control Provides management of all aspects of working with print jobs. (Print tab) It also controls some features of the printer and provides access to Roll Media print controls (if that option is installed).
Page 47: Print Job Control Module
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module Print Job Control Module Introduction Print Job Control is the first module displayed when the printer software is loaded. From this module you can manage all aspects of working with print jobs and also control many features of the printer.
Page 48 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module Component Function 3) Pause/Resume To the right is the print job Pause/Resume button and and the Ink System the Ink System Status icon - click to view an ink status report.
Page 49 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module All incoming jobs go directly into the job list or job queue. Selecting a job in the list highlights the job and updates the job information area.
Page 50 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module Print job This command can do the following actions depending on context: • Activates a selected inactive job by moving it to the active list.
Page 51 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module Flatbed Set- A dialog window automatically appears when confirmation is re- tings quired. If it is closed before you select Confirm, it can be reopened by clicking on this button.
Page 52 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module Ink Tempera- This icon controls the ink heater and also displays the ink temper- ture Control ature. The state of the button reflects the status of the ink heater.
Page 53 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module Nozzle check This icon populates the active job list with a job that prints a nozzle check pattern. The nozzle check print is used to identify nozzle dropouts that can cause banding and other print quality problems.
Page 54 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module 7) Job Placement Preview The table placement preview shows the print location and a proportional representation of the image in relation to the table. The zoom button in the bottom right corner activates a popup preview window.
Page 55 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module Offsets A job's vertical and horizontal offset parameters can be changed with the mouse wheel when the mouse cursor is positioned over the field.
Page 56 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Print Job Control Module • Quality-Layered allows you to place multiple layers in one print job. It is most useful when printing with White Ink (see Chapter 9 How to Work with White Ink). You must configure any extra layers in the ONYX software.
Page 57: Counters Module
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Counters Module Counters Module Introduction The Counters module displays counters that are of interest to the operator. It shows counters for each color of ink and the total ink used. It also shows the number of hours a UV lamp was used since last changed.
Page 58: Settings Module
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Settings Module Settings Module Introduction The Settings Module allows you to review and change the date and time, network con- nection settings, user interface configurations, printer settings and, if installed, the Roll Media settings.
Page 59 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Settings Module Network Connection Settings Note: Typically, DHCP is used to automatically obtain network settings. If "Use DHCP" is selected, the only thing you might want to change is the network name of the printer.
Page 60 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Settings Module User Interface Settings [52] User Interface Settings Settings Available The user interface allows you to change the following features: • Language • Measurement Units • Date format •...
Page 61 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Settings Module Printer Settings [53] Printer Settings Allows you to set the following: • Flatbed print gap • Underlay thickness • Table vacuum timeout • End of swath delay •...
Page 62 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Settings Module Bottom Margin Specifies the distance left unprinted below the image. Media Move on Unload Specifies the amount of media moved on unload in the selected measurement units.
Page 63: Tools And Utilities Module
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Tools and Utilities Module Tools and Utilities Module Introduction The Tools and Utilities Module has six sub-modules: Shutdown, Job Manager, Special Prints, Ink Flush, Spit Catcher Alignment, and the System Logs. When you click on the Tools and Utilities tab, Special Prints always appears first.
Page 64 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Tools and Utilities Module Shutdown Use the Shutdown icon when you need to turn the printer power off. The printer should be left powered On at all times but there are some exceptions such as some service proce- dures, or if the printer requires a reboot.
Page 65 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Tools and Utilities Module [56] Special Prints How to Load a Special Print 1) Click a special print to select it in the left window. 2) Click the Add button to place it in the print queue on the right.
Page 66 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Tools and Utilities Module The Ink Flush Procedure The Ink Flush Procedure is used when the printer is switched from one ink type to an- other. If you insert a new ink bag of a different ink type into the ink bay, the Ink Status screen will appear and prompt you to perform an Ink Flush Procedure.
Page 67 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Tools and Utilities Module Note: When System Logs are generated, any previously saved log files are deleted. Therefore, do not generate a second batch if you have just recently generated log files (unless re- quested to do so by a service technician).
Page 68: Installation And Upgrade Module
As we are committed to improve and refine the quality and functionality of the Océ Arizona 550 GT printer, there will be periodic upgrades to the underlying firmware and printer software. Software updates are available only to customers with a service contract.
Page 69: How To Operate Your Océ Arizona Printer
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 5 How to Operate Your Océ Arizona Printer...
Page 70: Training Requirements
Océ trains the operator in the use of the printer hardware and software at instal- lation. However, this is not a substitute for formal ProductionHouse® training. Operators of the Océ Arizona 550 GT should be fully versed in the operation of Onyx ProductionHouse® . For any operator unfamiliar with its operation, Onyx Production- House®...
Page 71: How To Power The Printer On And Off
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Power the Printer On and Off How to Power the Printer On and Off Introduction This section describes how to switch the printer On and Off. When the printer is switched On, the interface software is displayed on the LCD monitor that is located on the Oper- ator Control Station.
Page 72 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Power the Printer On and Off During the boot-up procedure, the printer software is automatically started. The software displays a splash screen followed by a screen that requests you to raise and then lower the carriage guard.
Page 73 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Power the Printer On and Off How to Power Off Attention: To maintain optimal printer reliability, leave the power on at all times. However, there are exceptions such as for ink flushes, some service procedures, or if the printer requires a reboot.
Page 74 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Power the Printer On and Off 24 to 72 hours • Turn off lamps • Perform printhead maintenance when the ink temperature is at least 40° Centigrade (104° Fahrenheit) •...
Page 75 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Power the Printer On and Off Illustration [59] AC Power Switch and Lockout How to Use the Disconnect Device Attention: The AC power plug is the main disconnect device for the printer. For maximum safety, if the printer is moved, the AC power plug must first be unplugged from the printer.
Page 76: How To Install The Onyx Printer Driver
550 GT printer installation file. Purpose The printer installation file configures the Onyx software so that it knows how to com- municate with the Océ Arizona 550 GT. This prepares the printer so that the operator can manage print jobs. Before you begin Make sure that the Onyx ProductionHouse application software is installed before you install the printer driver.
Page 77 [61] Configure Printer Host Name Note: If you have more than one Océ Arizona 550 GT printer, each printer must have a unique network name. The network name can be changed in the Settings module of the printer User Interface.
Page 78 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Install the Onyx Printer Driver Correction If no valid IP address is found, check that the network name of the printer is correct and that port 9100 was selected.
Page 79: How To Manage Print Jobs
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Daily Start-up and Shut-down How to Manage Print Jobs Daily Start-up and Shut-down Introduction Keep your printer clean and perform all recommended scheduled maintenance to ensure that the printer is ready to produce optimal quality images.
Page 80: How To Set Up A Print Job
How to Set Up a Print Job Introduction This section explains how to select an image to print on the Océ Arizona 550 GT. The basic steps are outlined here and explained below. More detailed explanations for some of these steps are available in Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface.
Page 81 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Set Up a Print Job Measure Media Thickness Use a digital slide caliper or micrometer to accurately measure the media thickness of the media. An error in measurement of media thickness will affect bi-directional alignment and can contribute to the amount of graininess in the printed image or cause a car- riage/printhead crash with the media.
Page 82 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Set Up a Print Job zones are opened or closed using a quarter turn handle. Refer to the next section for details on the dimensions and placement of the vacuum zones.
Page 83 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Set Up a Print Job Note: When the ink is at a low room temperature it may take up to 20 minutes for it to warm up to operating temperature.
Page 84: How To Manage The Media Vacuum
The Media Vacuum System Introduction The Océ Arizona 550 GT uses a low-flow, high-vacuum system to secure rigid media for printing on the printer table. A fabricated aluminum overlay sheet placed on the surface of the table creates the vacuum field. The overlay sheet is pin-registered to the table. A rotary vane vacuum pump is used to evacuate the chamber of air between the sheet and the table.
Page 85 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 The Media Vacuum System Illustration [62] [63] Vacuum Bleed Valve and Zone Controls 1 - Bleed Valve partly open 2 - Left Zone is Open 3 - Top Zone is Open...
Page 86 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 The Media Vacuum System see dimples on the media that are the same size and location as the vacuum table punched holes, introduce bleed until the dimples disappear from the media.
Page 87: How To Create Custom Vacuum Zones
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Custom Vacuum Zones How to Create Custom Vacuum Zones Introduction A fabricated aluminum overlay sheet placed on the surface of the printer table is used to create a vacuum field that is divided into zones.
Page 88 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Custom Vacuum Zones Required tool • Foam tape (part # 3010106701) - use only to create custom zones. Do not use it on the perimeter of the printer table: for the perimeter, use part # 3010106699. Note that these tapes are not available for direct sales to customers.
Page 89 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Custom Vacuum Zones [66] Metric Vacuum Zones How to Set Up Custom Zones Attention: When you remove the aluminum overlay to create custom zones, be careful that you don’t bend or warp it.
Page 90 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Custom Vacuum Zones With the gantry in its home position, carefully lift the overlay up enough to release it from the two registration pins (the pins are located on the Control side of the table near the corners of the overlay: the side with the Print button and vacuum gauge).
Page 91 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Custom Vacuum Zones Remove any old foam tape that is no longer required in the new configuration. Clean the area of the overlay sheet where the new foam tape is to be applied with isopropyl alcohol.
Page 92 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Custom Vacuum Zones Completely cover all zones, close the bleed valve, turn on the vacuum and verify the closed system vacuum level is > 20 inches of Hg. Also verify that the time it takes for the vacuum to establish is less than 4 seconds.
Page 93: How To Manage Media
Océ Display Graphics Systems has conducted extensive testing of many media. Since the Océ Arizona 550 GT printer is capable of imaging on a wide range of material, we en- courage you to explore various media so that you can establish your own criteria for achieving high quality images in your work environment.
Page 94 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Handle Media humidity changes of the working environment. Ideally, store media in the same envi- ronmental conditions as it will be used. • Store media flat to reduce tendency to bow. Do not use creased, damaged, torn, curled, or warped material.
Page 95 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Handle Media Media Adhesion Some media have better adhesion quality than others. Factors such as the amount of ink used and the amount of curing energy from the UV lamps can affect adhesion.
Page 96 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Handle Media cation of the cards. Note: these cards can be stacked, but if more than two of them are stacked, the carriage will collide with them if you print at zero media height. Always check the height if you use multiple stacked cards so that they match the height of your media and the set the carriage height accordingly.
Page 97: Underlay Board To Reduce Artifacts
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Underlay Board to Reduce Artifacts Underlay Board to Reduce Artifacts Introduction When printing on thin, flexible, or porous media, the holes in the vacuum table of the printer can cause print artifacts (sometimes referred to as “dimpling”). If you encounter this problem when printing, you may need an underlay board between the media and the table to reduce the problem.
Page 98 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Underlay Board to Reduce Artifacts Note: If you use the underlay board, make sure that you cover over any areas of the board not covered by the media or the vacuum pressure will be reduced. Also make sure that there are no high spots that could cause a carriage collision.
Page 99: Chapter 6 How To Operate The Océ Arizona 550 Xt
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 6 How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 XT...
Page 100: Océ Arizona 550 Xt Features
Océ Arizona 550 XT Features Introduction The Océ Arizona 550 XT is the same as the Océ Arizona 550 GT in the following areas: Gantry, Carriage, RMO capable, and White Ink option. The Océ Arizona 550 XT printer has a larger table and two vacuum pumps. These pumps provide vacuum for the three vacuum zones.
Page 101 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Océ Arizona 550 XT Features Definition The Océ Arizona 550 XT is a flatbed inkjet printer capable of producing large format images on various rigid and flexible media. The printer consists of a flatbed vacuum table and moving gantry.
Page 102: How To Use The Océ Arizona 550 Xt Vacuum System
The independent control of the zones allows the operator to print in a Dual Origin mode with minimal down time. Note: Unlike the vacuum tables of the Océ Arizona 550 GT model, there is no possibility to create custom zones. Purpose The vacuum system holds the media in place on the printer table.
Page 103 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use the Océ Arizona 550 XT Vacuum System Mask off any areas of the active vacuum zone(s) that will not be occupied by the media. [72] Center Zone Valve (shown in the Off position)
Page 104: How To Print With Dual Origins
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Print With Dual Origins How to Print With Dual Origins Introduction Due to the larger table size and the vacuum zone arrangement of the Océ Arizona 550 XT printer, it is possible to print in an alternating 2-up arrangement with panels up to 1.25 x 2.5 meters (4 x 8 feet) in size.
Page 105 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Print With Dual Origins Enter 2 or more copies in the Job Parameters Copies field. Click on the Enable Dual Origin box when it appears to make it active.
Page 106 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Print With Dual Origins Chapter 6 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 XT...
Page 107: Chapter 7 How To Operate The Roll Media Option
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 7 How to Operate the Roll Media Option...
Page 108: Roll Media Option Hardware
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Media Option Hardware Roll Media Option Hardware Introduction The Roll Media Option (RMO) allows printing on media that is supplied on a roll. [74] Roll Media Option Components...
Page 109 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Media Option Hardware Roll Media Hardware Component Function 1) Dual Foot Pedal The dual foot pedal switches areused to control media Switches feed in both forward and reverse directions. Function varies depending on whether media is loaded or unloaded.
Page 110: Roll Media Option Specifications
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Media Option Specifications Roll Media Option Specifications Introduction The Roll Media Option allows the use of various flexible media that are supplied on a roll. Specifications for the RMO are indicated in this section.
Page 111: Foot Pedal Switch Functions
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Foot Pedal Switch Functions Foot Pedal Switch Functions Introduction The foot pedal switches are used to control the forward and reverse movement of media shafts. Summary of Dual Foot Pedal Switch Functions The following table indicates the foot pedal functions for various RMO states.
Page 112: Roll Module Settings
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Module Settings Roll Module Settings Introduction The Roll Module Settings allow the operator to set the size of the margins before and after each RMO print job. You can also set the distance that the media advances after it is unloaded.
Page 113 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Module Settings Note: Once you issue the Unload command you can't advance the media with the foot pedal switch. However, if you advance the media before the Unload you can increase the blank space beyond the current Media Move on Unload setting.
Page 114: Roll Media Manager
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Media Manager Roll Media Manager Introduction The Roll Media Manager is the area of the printer software where you prepare to print on roll media. With this menu you can load and unload media, change media type and parameters, and initialize the printer to prepare it to print on roll media.
Page 115 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Roll Media Manager Roll Media Manager Menu Roll Media Manager Icons Icon Function Load Allows the operator to load new media. Set the foot pedal switches to the Load state.
Page 116: How To Load Media
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media How to Load Media Introduction This section explains how to load a new roll of media. It details the following actions that are associated with loading media: •...
Page 117 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media When to do This section explains how to load new media when none is currently loaded. If media is already loaded, first read the section How to Cut and Unload Media.
Page 118 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media A: Load Supply Media Roll On a Media Shaft Place an empty media shaft on a suitable flat work area, positioned as shown, so that the 5mm hex key is inserted on the right side of the shaft to lock and unlock the core locks.
Page 119 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media Accurately center the media using the supplied ruler. Media should be centered within 1mm on the ruler. [80] Ruler to Center Media Note: The supplied ruler has both metric (millimeters) and imperial (inches) scales. When a media roll is centered on the shaft, and the ruler is placed as shown in the photo, the value on the ruler scale will match the width of the roll.
Page 120 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media Note: Make sure that the core lock and coupler end of the shaft are on the right side of the printer. Lock the take-up media shaft core locks with the 5mm hex key.
Page 121 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media Thread the media under the media tension bar (Note that the media is threaded for Print Side Out in the photo below). Pay out media with the foot pedal as required.
Page 122 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media Check alignment of the media by feeding it down to the supply roll and make sure that the edge lines up with the edge of the supply roll.
Page 123 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media Tape the media onto the core. The media should have a clean straight edge prior to taping. First tape the center of the media to the core, and then tape both ends of the media.
Page 124 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media Once you have aligned the media edges to the supply roll, without moving the media any further, tape the media to the platen. [85] Tape the media edges to the platen Pull the hanging media edge taut and cut the media off from each edge at an angle to result in a point just below the take-up core as shown here.
Page 125 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Load Media Tape the pointed end of the media to the take-up core as shown below. [87] Tape media to core Remove the tape you used to hold the media to the platen.
Page 126: How To Unload And Cut Media
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Unload and Cut Media How to Unload and Cut Media Introduction This section explains all of the actions associated with how to cut and unload media when there is still some media left on the supply roll.
Page 127 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Unload and Cut Media Click on OK to proceed. C: Remove Media from the Take-up Shaft in Printer or Remove Take-up Shaft If you want to remove the printed images without removing the take-up roll from the printer you can press the left pedal to rotate the take-up media shaft in the reverse direc- tion.
Page 128: How To Set Up A Roll Media Job In Productionhouse
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Set Up a Roll Media Job in ProductionHouse How to Set Up a Roll Media Job in ProductionHouse Introduction Print jobs can be specified as either a roll job or a flatbed job in ProductionHouse. The job type can be changed after the print job is transferred to the printer.
Page 129 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Set Up a Roll Media Job in ProductionHouse Note: If you don't set a hold in ProductionHouse, it is also possible to disable the Roll media print queue at the printer.
Page 130: How To Print On Roll Media
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Print on Roll Media How to Print on Roll Media Introduction To print an RMO image, media must be loaded and the RMO initialized. Use the Print Job module and the Roll Media Manager to prepare and start the print job.
Page 131 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Print on Roll Media Click on the Roll Manager icon to enter the Roll Media Manager dialog window. [91] Roll media manager Enter the Media width for the roll media that you have loaded.
Page 132 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Print on Roll Media Note: Any changed parameter in the dialog window will be applied to the next roll media print job, even if the change was not saved. This allows temporary changes to the parameters without the need to save that media.
Page 133 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Print on Roll Media Result Any print jobs that are in the queue, not on hold, and marked as roll jobs will print. There is no explicit confirmation required to start a roll media print job. Any roll media jobs in the print queue will start to print immediately.
Page 134: How To Determine The Media Advance Correction Factor
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Determine the Media Advance Correction Factor How to Determine the Media Advance Correction Factor Introduction When you print on roll media, there can be discrepancies in the amount the media ad- vanced during each print swath.
Page 135 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Determine the Media Advance Correction Factor In the 'Roll Media Manager' menu you can select the 'Media Advance Correction Factor' (MACF) and enter a value from 0 to 100. The default value is 50. You can enter a lower value to correct for white gaps or raise the value to correct for dark lines.
Page 136: How To Use Media Edge Protectors
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Edge Protectors How to Use Media Edge Protectors Introduction Some media tend to have dust and fiber that clings to the edge of the media roll. When...
Page 137 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Edge Protectors Bend the height adjustor (small triangle in the top corner of the edge protector) slightly and then straighten it again. This results in a slight bend (no more than a media thickness), that allows the media edge to move more freely under the protector.
Page 138 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Edge Protectors If you use media of the maximum width for the RMO (2.2m or 7.2 feet) that requires media edge protection, you can cut the protectors in half in order for them to fit.
Page 139: Chapter 8 How To Use The Static Suppression Upgrade Kit
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 8 How to Use the Static Suppression Upgrade Kit...
Page 140: Reduce Static With A Static Suppression Kit
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit Introduction The Océ Static Suppression Upgrade Kit is a Commercial Product that can be ordered as part # 3010106603.
Page 141 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit How to Activate the Static Suppression Ionizer Bar Press the Settings tab on the printer interface screen. Click on the Printer icon.
Page 142 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit Loosen the bracket mount screw and then slide the bracket up in the keyed slot to remove [97] Bracket Mounted Low Turn the bracket 180 degrees and then fit the other keyed slot over the bracket screw.
Page 143: Chapter 9 How To Work With White Ink
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 9 How to Work With White...
Page 144: Operator Guidelines For White Ink
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Operator Guidelines for White Ink Operator Guidelines for White Ink Introduction This chapter is necessary only if you have an Océ Arizona printer with the white ink option included.
Page 145: White Ink Workflow Overview
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 White Ink Workflow Overview White Ink Workflow Overview Introduction Océ Arizona printers with the White Ink Option provide under-printing for non-white media or objects, over-printing for backlit applications on transparent media and/or printing white as a spot color.
Page 146 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 White Ink Workflow Overview • A Flood Fill layer is like an autofill that is done by the printer, where white data fills the entire bounding box (the rectangular area that defines the total perimeter) of the image.
Page 147 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 White Ink Workflow Overview White Ink Applications The following are some specific examples of the ways that the white ink workflow can be applied. • Backlit Application The backlit application involves printing onto a transparent or translucent material and mounting the finished piece onto a light box or location where illumination from behind is possible.
Page 148: How To Configure Productionhouse For White Ink
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Configure ProductionHouse for White Ink How to Configure ProductionHouse for White Ink Introduction This section describes how to configure ProductionHouse to recognize white ink workflow elements and thus allow you to apply the approach that is best for your print job applica- tion.
Page 149 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Configure ProductionHouse for White Ink In your Quick Set, or in Preflight/Job Properties/Postscript turn off two-stage processing (make sure the box is not checked). [102] Turn off Two Stage Processing Result ProductionHouse is now prepared to accept print jobs with white ink data.
Page 150: Quickstart
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 QuickStart QuickStart Introduction This section shows you how to print a simple job with a white flood fill. Purpose This exercise will help you get familiar with some of the basic concepts involved when you print images with white ink.
Page 151 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 QuickStart To define a white flood layer, modify the printer settings of a processed job in RIP Queue - right click the job, edit printer settings, select Quality-Layered for the Printer Print mode, then select Define Layers If you want to print first surface (e.g.
Page 152: How To Prepare White Ink Print Jobs
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a White Flood Fill Layer How to Prepare White Ink Print Jobs How to Create a White Flood Fill Layer Introduction When working with white ink you can choose the workflow that best fits your needs.
Page 153 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a White Flood Fill Layer Note: The file must be sized at the final output dimensions required for the flood. Define one of the data layers as a white flood layer.
Page 154: How To Create Spot Data With The Spot Layer Tool
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool Introduction In this section, you’ll learn how to access and set up the Spot Layer Tool. The tool provides a variety of options for generation of spot layers, and you may want to explore them with a sample file of your own to familiarize yourself with the functionality.
Page 155 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool white data in more than the mask area, you will need to set up a different background color not used anywhere else in the file to use as your mask. This must be done in an image-editing program prior to bringing the image into the Spot Layer Tool.
Page 156 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool image is on a white background and the default (white) mask is used, this option will creates a fill for all white data.
Page 157 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool How to Access the Spot Layer Tool Open a print job in Preflight. Select the Color Corrections tab.
Page 158: How To Create White Spot Data In Photoshop
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop Introduction This section explains how to prepare images that include white spot data with raster-based image editing applications such as Adobe Photoshop®.
Page 159 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop How to Prepare an Image in Photoshop Use the following steps to create a new spot channel layer: Open the desired file in PhotoShop (if the file is in RGB mode, then convert it to CMYK mode).
Page 160 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop • Name – Enter the name “Spot 1”. This name is specifically reserved in RIP-Queue for this type of workflow, using any other name requires more steps to make spot in- formation addressed by the Rip software.
Page 161 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop [110] Flood 50 PSD [111] Flood 100 PSD In some cases, it may be easier to select the area in which you don't want any white ink data and then select the inverse.
Page 162 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop • If you intend to use this file in a vector-based program such as Illustrator, save it as a .PSD file in order for all channel information to be carried over. The white spot color is printed in the order it appears in the Channels palette, with the spot channel printing underneath CMYK data.
Page 163: How To Create White Spot Data In Illustrator
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Introduction This section explains how to prepare images that include white spot data with vector- based image editing applications such as Adobe Illustrator®.
Page 164 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Within the Add Swatch dialog, enter the following information: [115] New Swatch [116] New Swatch Name • Name – Enter the name “Spot 1”.
Page 165 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator [117] Color Swatch [118] Spot Swatch Use the new swatch for any objects or fills which need to be printed with white ink.
Page 166 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Select the white ink object or objects that you want to overprint and place these above the image data layer that you would like to print. Or if you want them on the same layer the white ink objects should be in front of the image data.
Page 167 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Note: While it is possible to set Overprint opacity levels less than 100%, ProductionHouse software only processes full opacity data. The opacity of regular knockout white data can be set as desired.
Page 168 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Note: When processing this file in ProductionHouse, media layers must be set up with a spot layer to represent this data, as Illustrator identifies this as a Spot, rather than a flood layer.
Page 169 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Once the file has been brought into program, click the Embed button to place it in the Illustrator document. This step is necessary in order to make use of all channel data contained in the file.
Page 170 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator [128] Select Clipping [129] Copied Path Then move the new layer outside of the group it is in to un-link it from the clipping path.
Page 171 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Once that is done, replace path in the group above the image and clipping layers. Ensure that Overprint is turned on.
Page 172 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Create a box around your image using the Rectangle Tool or other appropriately shaped box tool. Make sure this new box is selected and select Fill swatch located at the bottom of the Il- lustrator toolbar.
Page 173 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator How to Name Your Spot Data In order for ProductionHouse to correctly distinguish and address Spot data, naming conventions for this data must be adhered to both in the image editing creation stage and the Rip.
Page 174 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Open file in Preflight and access the Color Management/Edit Profiles tab. Click on Spot Channel Replacement box. [135] Spot Channel Replacement Enter the new name in PostScript Spot Color Name in Spot 1 space.
Page 175: How To Print With White Ink
DGS web site. These media models can be found at www.dgs.oce.com/ in the Customer Support area. Note that the names of these models contain a specific printer model, although they will work for all printers with the white ink option.
Page 176 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Models Note: ProductionHouse also allows you to create Media Groups that contain various Media Models. You can create a group that contains media models with different settings for the same physical material.
Page 177 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Models [138] Day/Night Print Reflection When you process a print job in ProductionHouse with this media model as provided, the job information displayed in the printer's Print Job Control module will appear as...
Page 178 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Models in Production House, or it can be set up with Onyx Preflight Spot Layer Tool. To re- purpose the model for use with flood fill, access the drop-down menu and change from Spot to Flood Data.
Page 179 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Models Backlit Application on Clear Substrate Download file: Oce_Arizona_350_GT_WhiteInk_ClearBacklit.OML This media model is intended for use when you print data for backlit viewing on clear materials.
Page 180 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Models If you want to re-use this media model for images to be viewed from the front, or print surface, simply re-order the layers with flood fill at the bottom and turn off Print Reflec- tion.
Page 181 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Models [148] Define Layers When you process a print job in ProductionHouse with this media model as provided, the job information displayed in the Arizona 350 GT Print Job Control module will appear...
Page 182 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Models color and then subsequently address it with white Spot data within Preflight’s Spot Layer Tool. [151] Setup Spot Color [152] Mode Options When you process a print job in ProductionHouse with this media model as provided,...
Page 183 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Use Media Models [153] Parameters Chapter 9 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 184: How To Create A Media For White Ink Print Jobs
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Introduction You must have a media model that is configured for white ink with the Quality-Layered print mode selected before you can successfully generate white ink output from Produc- tionHouse.
Page 185 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Note: The term "media" can be confusing as it really has two meanings in the context of your Onyx workflow.
Page 186 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs How to Create a Media Model for White Ink From the Home page in Media Manager click > Create Profiles > Create Media Select the Media Group (or create a new one) and enter a Media Name, then click >...
Page 187 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Click > Insert to add “Spot 1” to the Spot Color Setup dialog. [156] Insert Spot1 If you want to change the preview color of your spot layer, highlight “Spot 1” and click >...
Page 188 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Note: The printer only has one available white ink spot channel, so do not insert a second spot or the Rip will treat files using this configuration as separations.
Page 189 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs In Basic Mode Settings, click on Mode Options. [158] Mode Options In the Mode Options window, select the Quality-Layered Print Mode. Click OK to save these settings and close the window.
Page 190 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Once you select a mode the Define Layers button appears under the Printer Print Mode. [160] Define Layers Click on Define Layers to open this dialog and the following window should appear.
Page 191 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs drop down menu and click on the Custom tab to the right of this. This action will bring up the Define Single Layer window.
Page 192 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Configure White Flood Layers If you want to create linearizations and ICC profiles with a white underlay, we recommend you configure one or more flood fill white layers for white based on the desired opacity for your application and one layer for CMYK data.
Page 193 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs in the Advanced tab in the Spot field. In testing, we have found this value is usually ac- ceptable if left at 100%.
Page 194 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Note: If you use a strip device such as the Gretag-MacBeth EyeOne, you may get invalid readings for the white data. To ensure that you get usable spot data points for each measurement, you will need to use the data from the black channel.
Page 195 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Set Ink Limits To print the Ink Limits swatch: Click > Print Swatch and determine Ink Limits as usual. Look for bleed in the columns and choose a value where you can eliminate waste ink.
Page 196 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs media from Rip-Queue. Remember that changes to the layer order and ink color usage may also be made on a per job basis from Rip-Queue. Right click on the desired file then choose Edit/Printer Settings.
Page 197: How To Create And Use Quick Sets
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create and Use Quick Sets How to Create and Use Quick Sets Introduction This section describes how to create and use Quick Sets. A Quick Set contains a set of printer configuration parameters that are defined and then saved for use with print jobs that will benefit from that particular set of parameters.
Page 198 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create and Use Quick Sets • Get Media and Page Size from Printer Unselect "Get Media and Page Size From Printer" so that you can select the media, print mode, and layer definitions to be associated with the Quick Set.
Page 199 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create and Use Quick Sets How to Create or Edit a Quick Set for White Ink In ProductionHouse RIP-Queue select your printer, and click on the Configure Printer button.
Page 200 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Create and Use Quick Sets Chapter 9 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 201: Chapter 10 Ink System Management
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 10 Ink System Management...
Page 202: Arizona Printer Inks
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Arizona Printer Inks Arizona Printer Inks Introduction Océ Arizona printers use two types of UV-curable inks, referred to as Océ IJC255 and Océ IJC256. Both inks are easy to maintain, requiring daily maintenance with a vacuum suction device and a weekly physical cleaning (swabbing) of the printheads.
Page 203 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Arizona Printer Inks will repel the ink that is not absorbed, especially if the pad is incorrectly placed too close to required openings. This rebounding ink will be re-deposited into the surrounding area and cause soiling of printer components as well as a greater concentration of ink particles in the air.
Page 204 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Arizona Printer Inks coolant fluid through the printheads. An internal thermostat on each printhead provides temperature feedback. The condition of the printheads is maintained by periodic cleaning at the maintenance station on the gantry.
Page 205 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Arizona Printer Inks Illustration [168] Ink Bags in the Ink Bay Ink Filters The UV ink in your printer is protected from contaminants in the ink by means of ink filters.
Page 206 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Arizona Printer Inks • Inks must be stored within a temperature range of 5 - 30°C (41 - 86°F). Exposure to extreme temperatures will reduce the expected life of the ink.
Page 207: How To Change Ink Bags
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Bags How to Change Ink Bags Introduction The ink is supplied to the printer in 2 liter bags. The bags have a non-spill coupler bonded into the top corner.
Page 208 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Bags How To Change an Ink Bag Attention: For personal safety, we recommend that the operator always wear nitrile gloves, a protective apron, and safety glasses with side shields when handling inks.
Page 209 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Bags Lift the empty the bag out of the ink station. [170] Detach ink bag coupler Replace with a new ink bag of the same color.
Page 210 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Bags Chapter 10 - Ink System Management...
Page 211: Error Handling And Troubleshooting
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 11 Error Handling and Trou- bleshooting...
Page 212: Troubleshooting Overview
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Troubleshooting Overview Troubleshooting Overview Introduction This section covers general problems that may occur with the printer. Malfunctions that trigger system error messages can be caused by human error, a system malfunction, an interface cable malfunction, mechanical printer malfunction and/or printer firmware failure.
Page 213 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Troubleshooting Overview tion. The printer relies on this service for primary branch protection. If the printer is without power, check the local supply voltage and verify that it is set correctly.
Page 214: How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs Introduction Banding can occur in an image for a number of reasons. Typically it occurs due to neighboring nozzles that do not fire or multiple nozzles that fire with poor directionality.
Page 215: Chapter 12 Printer Maintenance
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Chapter 12 Printer Maintenance...
Page 216: Maintenance Guidelines
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Maintenance Guidelines Maintenance Guidelines Introduction The printer operator is responsible for the regular maintenance of the printer. This section provides detailed information about what is required for proper printer maintenance.
Page 217: Clean Carriage
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Maintenance Guidelines Note: Do not bump the carriage or gantry as this can cause dropouts in the printhead nozzles. A hard bump can break the meniscus vacuum in the ink lines and thus allow air into the lines, which blocks the nozzle until a purge is performed.
Page 218: Maintenance Procedures
You may also need to install a humidifier if humidity is below the re- quired minimum defined in the Océ Arizona 550 GT Site Preparation Guide (30% to 70%, non-condensing is the suggested range for operating the printer).
Page 219: Printhead
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Clean Carriage Underside Caution: The underside of the UV lamps may be hot, avoid touching them. How to Clean the Carriage Underside Slide the maintenance station drawer out from under the carriage.
Page 220: Printhead
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Clean Carriage Underside Note: The Océ IJC256 ink formulation causes a more sticky ink build-up between nozzle plates compared to Océ IJC255 ink. This ink build-up requires cleaning with a lint-free cloth wetted with flush, rather than a dry one.
Page 221: Printhead Maintenance
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printhead Maintenance Printhead Maintenance Introduction The Maintenance Station is located below the carriage. Printhead Maintenance takes place while the carriage is parked. The station is covered by a sliding drawer. When you perform printhead maintenance, any excess ink and associated debris are removed from the nozzles with the result that ink drops can jet properly when the nozzles are clear.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printhead Maintenance this position as this will disable the ink pumps and thus prevent the performance of an ink purge, which is necessary for printhead maintenance. Note: The UV lamps will turn off when you open the Maintenance Station drawer. However, the lamps will be hot, so avoid touching them.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printhead Maintenance Illustration [173] Maintenance Station Switches How To Perform Maintenance Verify that the ink temperature is at least 40° Centigrade (104° Fahrenheit) before you begin printhead maintenance.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printhead Maintenance Press switch 3 to turn on the suction pump. Pick up the suction-head from the tray at the left end of the maintenance station. Wipe the suction-head with a new, clean lint-free wipe to remove any particles that could damage the nozzles in the printheads.
Page 225: Maintenance
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printhead Maintenance Wipe the suction-head on a clean piece of new lint-free wipe before proceeding to the next printhead. Note: During maintenance, be careful not to touch the nozzle plates as this can damage the printhead.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printhead Maintenance How to Evaluate a Nozzle Check The Magenta section of the Nozzle Check print example shown in the figure below indi- cates that multiple nozzles are out.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printhead Maintenance In the above example, Magenta printhead 7 Package B is the printhead with nozzles that are not firing properly. The illustration below shows the relationship between the actual printheads, as viewed when looking up from below the maintenance station, and the output of the nozzle check print.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Printhead Maintenance Result When a printhead does not have any nozzle dropouts, the Nozzle Check print will look like the Magenta 6 Package A and B and Magenta 7 Package A printheads seen in the example above.
Page 229: Swab Printheads
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Swab Printheads Swab Printheads Introduction To ensure optimal print quality, it is important to periodically clean the printheads with a swab to remove any excess ink or any debris that was not removed by Printhead Main- tenance.
Page 230: Printhead
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Swab Printheads Attention: Never "scrub" the printhead with a swab as this will drag debris into other nozzles. Always slowly move the swab across the printhead with the swab at a slight angle and not perpendicular to the printhead.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Swab Printheads How to Swab a Single Printhead Note: Swab one printhead at a time to reduce ink waste during the purge and also to minimize ink spill on your hand and arm. In order to achieve the most effective swab, it is best to swab immediately after a purge while the ink is still dripping from the printheads.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Swab Printheads Note: It is important to ensure the flush-soaked swab contacts only the nozzle face of the printhead. [180] Swab the Yellow Printhead Rotate the swab by 180 degrees and repeat the previous step.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter Introduction The top of the housings for the left and right UV lamps contain a filter that keeps dust and other airborne particles from entering the lamp housings.
Page 234: How To Clean The Uv Lamp
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter Clean the UV Lamp Filter Wait for the lamp fans to stop to ensure the housing has cooled down. Remove the lamp filter by first lifting one corner, then bend it in the center by placing your finger under the filter and lift it away from the power connector and off the lamp housing.
Page 235: How To Remove Ink
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Remove Ink How to Remove Ink Introduction How often you need to perform these procedures will vary, depending on printer usage and work habits. Remove ink from the table and other metal surfaces: Remove ink from the table whenever necessary.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Remove Ink How to Remove Cured Ink from the Table Scrape any cured ink from the surface of the table with a scraper (or a razor blade in a holder).
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Empty the Ink Waste Tray Empty the Ink Waste Tray Introduction The waste tray is located below the printer carriage and Maintenance Station. It accumu- lates ink that has dripped from the printheads. During Maintenance, the ink drops onto a sloped drain plate at the base of the Maintenance Station and drains from there into the waste tray.
Page 238: Empty The Ink Waste
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Empty the Ink Waste Tray Place a suitable empty container that holds at least 2 liters under the waste tray drain valve. [182] Empty Waste Tray Note: Use only type 2, 4, and 5 plastic containers (LDPE, HDPE or PP) as the UV ink will attack other kinds of plastic and this can result in an ink spill.
Page 239: Fill The Coolant Reservoir
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Fill the Coolant Reservoir Fill the Coolant Reservoir Introduction The coolant is a thermal fluid used to maintain the temperature of the ink in the printheads and ink reservoirs on the carriage. Temperature control of the ink is required in order to achieve the correct ink viscosity, which affects the jetting velocity of the ink and thus the quality of printed images.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Fill the Coolant Reservoir Attention: When the coolant level is below the center of the sight-window the printer software will display a warning and shut down any print jobs. Make sure that you keep the coolant level near the top at all times to avoid stopping in the middle of a print job.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Fill the Coolant Reservoir Press on the syringe plunger to inject the fluid. Repeat, if necessary, until the coolant level shows full on the sight-window. Remove and store the syringe and the coolant fluid container until it is needed again.
Page 242: Replace The Spit Catcher Foam Pad
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad Introduction The Spit Catcher consists of a slotted cover for the Maintenance Station drawer and a foam pad that is held in place under the drawer.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad Swing the metal base on its bracket part way down to reveal the pad. [184] Change Spit Catcher Pad Remove the spit catcher foam pad and replace it with a new one.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Clean Gantry Rails Clean Gantry Rails Introduction Dust and debris can accumulate on the gantry rails, which run along the length of the table. The bearings that run on the rails are equipped with shields that are designed to keep debris from entering the bearing housing.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Clean Gantry Rails [187] Dust on the gantry rail When to do If you notice any dirt or ink on the gantry rails, or an accumulation of debris on the grey rail bearing shields, clean them immediately with a Poly-Wipe lint-free cloth.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Filters How to Change Ink Filters Introduction Each ink color has a filter that removes any particulate matter from the ink as it is pumped from the ink bag toward the printheads.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Filters Attention: A clogged ink filter can result in damage to your printer's ink system. Particulate matter buildup in the ink can cause problems that will require a service call. Be sure to change all ink filters every 12 months to avoid such problems.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Filters Remove the two screws that hold the ink filter enclosure cover in place (thumbscrews can be loosened by hand or use a Philips screwdriver if they are too tight).
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Filters Note: The ink system is under pressure and so it is possible that some ink may spray out at first. Keep the cloth wrapped around the end of the bleed tube so that any ink spay is contained.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change Ink Filters Press the Purge button (switch 1 on the right) to initiate an ink purge. Repeat this step until the ink status window shows an Ink Low condition for the target color.
Page 251: How To Change A Uv Lamp Bulb
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Introduction Your Océ Arizona printer uses two UV lamps, one on each side of the carriage, to cure the UV ink during printing.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Caution: The UV lamps and the carriage guard may be hot if the printer has been active. Avoid touching the guard and the lamp assembly until it is cool.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Remove the foam filter from the top of the housing by lifting the exposed edge as shown below. It is flexible and will bend as you remove it.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Put on protective eye wear and cotton gloves. Turn the housing upside down on a clean work space away from the printer.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Disconnect both UV lamp cables by first loosening the screw lock and then pulling the lock away from the connectors. [198] Remove connectors Ease the bulb out of the retainer clips, one end at a time and then remove it from the housing.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb How to Replace the Lamp Bulb Attention: Wear cotton gloves. Avoid bare skin contact with the UV lamp bulbs. When heated, compounds from the skin can form permanent etching on the surface of the UV bulb.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb How to Replace the Lamp Housing Place the lamp housing back into the carriage bucket. Replace the old filter that was removed from the top of the housing with a new one.
Page 258: How To Maintain White Ink
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Maintain White Ink How to Maintain White Ink Introduction Printers with the White Ink Option require care and maintenance to ensure that the white printheads function properly. White ink is re-circulated in the system to limit any settling of the ink.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Maintain White Ink How to Agitate the White Ink Bag If you do not agitate the white ink bag at least once a month, you will see variations in the ink density of printed images and you will have more nozzle dropout issues.
Page 260: Roll Media Option Maintenance
RMO Maintenance Guidelines Introduction The Océ Arizona 550 GT operator is responsible for the regular maintenance of the printer and, if it is installed, the roll media option. When the RMO unit is kept clean and free of blemishes and defects, you will be ensured of accurate media transport and optimal print quality.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Introduction The capstan is a rubber-coated roller that helps to track and guide the media position. It has an encoder at one end and a brake at the other.
Page 262: How To Clean The Rubber
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Removing Solid Debris Dust the surface of the capstan using a Swiffer or other lint-free brush or cloth. Surface may be brushed in any direction.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Removing Uncured Ink Supplies needed: Nitrile gloves, safety goggles with side shields, several absorbent clothes, and Isopropyl Alcohol (95% pure). Put on gloves and goggles.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Wipe up the majority of the ink by blotting with the absorbent cloth. [203] Wipe up ink with cloth Wet a new absorbent cloth with alcohol and wipe up the remaining ink.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Note: It may be difficult to tell whether or not all the ink has left the surface. Continue to wet and wipe the capstan surface until the cloth does not show any sign of ink color.
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Chapter 12 - Printer Maintenance...
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User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Appendix A Application Information...
Page 268: Application Resources On The Web Site
User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Application Resources on the Web Site Application Resources on the Web Site Introduction There are many resources available on the Océ Arizona Customer Support web site: Ap- plication Hints and Tips, Media Recommendations, Media Models, MSDS information, Customer Application Bulletins, and more.
Page 269 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Application Resources on the Web Site The Customer Application Bulletins posted on the web site deal with many aspects of handling and managing media and printing with your Arizona printer. At the time of...
Page 270 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Application Resources on the Web Site Customer Support The information found on the Océ Customer support web site is based on our experience with the Océ Arizona printers. It is offers suggestions or solutions for dealing with various situations.
Page 271 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Index Index Flatbed button Flatbed button ..........81 foot switch foot switch ............108 AC power AC power ............71 AC power plug Gantry Rails AC power plug ..........71 Gantry Rails ..........244...
Page 272 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Index Print Job Control Measurement Units ........60 Media Adhesion Print Job Control ...........47 Media Adhesion ..........95 Print Modes Media shaft Print Modes ............48 Print Modes Explained Media shaft ..........108...
Page 273 User Manual: Arizona 550 GT - Version 1.2, Revision B - 2012 Index Underlay Board Underlay Board ..........97 Upgrade Upgrade ............46 User Interface Settings User Interface Settings ........60 UV Flush UV Flush .............202 Vacuum Bleed Valve Vacuum Bleed Valve ........42, 85...

Oce Arizona 550 GT User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Product Overview

Chapter 3 Safety Information

Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface

Chapter 5 How to Operate Your Océ Arizona Printer

Chapter 6 How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 XT

Chapter 7 How to Operate the Roll Media Option

Chapter 8 How to Use the Static Suppression Upgrade Kit

Chapter 9 How to Work with White Ink

Chapter 10 Ink System Management

Chapter 11 Error Handling and Troubleshooting

Chapter 12 Printer Maintenance

Appendix A Application Information

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