Page 1 Océ VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line Experience ultra speed User manual Operating information...
Page 2 Copyright © 2006-2011, 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. Océ makes no representation or warranties with respect to the contents hereof and specifi- cally disclaims any implied warranties of merchantability or fitness for any particular purpose.
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Contents Chapter 1 Preface.........................7 Trademarks....................8 Notes for the reader...................9 ... and Training?..................11 Online support for your product.............12 Chapter 2 Introduction.......................15 Introduction to the Océ VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line......16 Available documentation.................17 Chapter 3 Power information....................19 The power modes..................20 Turn on the machine................23 Shut down the machine................24...
Page 4 Contents Print an urgent job immediately............66 Delete print jobs.................67 Print a scheduled job later..............69 Make a proof..................70 Print a job ticket..................71 Bundle jobs in the list of 'Waiting jobs' ...........72 Select more than one job for printing..........74 Checking and changing the job properties........76 Contradiction handling..............76...
Page 5 Contents Change the language..............126 Change the warning time............128 Truncate the job name...............129 Change the advanced media settings........130 Make an intermediate check print..........134 Change a number of settings in the Settings Editor via the oper- ator panel..................136 The Media section................139 Introduction to the 'Media' section...........139 Introduction to the media handling..........141...
Page 6 Contents Puncher replacement...............221 Replace the puncher..............221 Specifications................227 Form Assist Module................229 Form Assist Module.................229 EasyLift....................231 EasyLift....................231 Remote viewer..................233 Remote viewer..................233 7" x 10" Statement Size Support............235 7" x 10" Statement Size Support.............235 Chapter 7 Keeping the printer running................237 toner....................238 Finisher: Add staples................240 Stacker/stapler (iMFS): Replace the staple cartridge......246...
Page 7: Chapter 1 Preface
Chapter 1 Preface...
Page 8: Trademarks
Trademarks Trademarks List of trademarks Océ, VarioPrint, PRISMAaccess, PRISMAprepare, PRISMAproduction and DPlink are registered trademarks of Océ-Technologies B.V. Xerox, DocuTech, DigiPath and FreeFlow are registered trademarks of Xerox Corporation. Adobe and PostScript are registered trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated. Products in this publication are referred to by their general trade names. In most, if not all cases, these designations are claimed as trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies.
Page 9: Notes For The Reader
Notes for the reader Notes for the reader Introduction This manual helps you to use the Océ VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line. The manual contains a description of the product and guidelines to use and operate the Océ VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line. Definition Attention-Getters Parts of this manual require your special attention.
Page 10 Before using this Océ product, make sure that you read and understand the safety infor- mation which is part of the user documentation. You can download the safety information via http://global.oce.com/support/ or, if applicable, find it on the user documentation CD/DVD that is delivered together with the machine or obtain the safety information from your local Océ...
Page 11: And Training
Océ hardware and software. And they lead to improved cost control, productivity and quality, as well as faster return on your investment. For more information about Océ Education Services download the Océ Education services brochure at http://global.oce.com/services/profes- sional-services/education-services Chapter 1 - Preface...
Page 12: Online Support For Your Product
A Knowledge Base (OKB) with answers to your questions or problems is continuously being updated. To find an answer to your question or problem, please visit: http://global.oce.com/support and select your product. In the Support section, use the search field to enter your question. You will get a list of possible answers.
Page 13 Online support for your product Addresses of local Océ organizations For the addresses of local Océ organizations, visit: http://global.oce.com/contact/countries Comments Send your comments by e-mail to: itc-userdoc@oce.com Chapter 1 - Preface...
Page 14 Online support for your product Chapter 1 - Preface...
Page 15: Chapter 2 Introduction
Chapter 2 Introduction...
Page 16: Introduction To The Océ Varioprint® 6000 Ultra Line
Introduction to the Océ VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line Introduction to the Océ VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line Introduction The Océ VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line is a series of high-volume, cut-sheet printers. The machines are intended for both document printing and stream printing. The key feature of the machine is the Océ...
Page 17: Available Documentation
• A 'Safety Information Sheet'. Note: Please check www.oce.com for the latest version of the documentation. Main Content of the User Manuals The following table provides an overview of the main content of the user manuals. Main Content of the User Manuals...
Page 18 Available documentation Chapter 2 - Introduction...
Page 19: Chapter 3 Power Information
Chapter 3 Power information...
Page 20: The Power Modes
The power modes The power modes Introduction This section describes the power switches and the main power modes of the machine. The table in this section describes, among other things, the low-power mode and the sleep mode. These modes are energy-saving modes. You can set the timers for these modes in the Settings Editor on the controller.
Page 21 The power modes Power mode Description Status of the Status of the On/Off button Hold button and Release button Starting up Stage 1: After you put the power Blinking am- (divided into 2 switch in the 'I' position, but stages) before you press the On/Off button .
Page 22 The power modes Power mode Description Status of the Status of the On/Off button Hold button and Release button Sleep mode The machine automatically goes Continuous from the low-power mode into amber the sleep mode after a defined time. You can also place the machine into the sleep mode manually.
Page 23: Turn On The Machine
Turn on the machine Turn on the machine Introduction This section describes how to turn on the machine when it is completely off. Note: When the machine is in the sleep mode (see ‘The power modes’ on page 20), you must press the On/Off button to wake up the machine.
Page 24: Shut Down The Machine
Shut down the machine Shut down the machine Introduction This section describes how to shut down the machine completely, for example for the holidays. Note: If you want to put the machine into the sleep mode manually (see ‘The power modes’ on page 20), for example at the end of a working day, you must press the On/Off button .
Page 25: Chapter 4 Overview Of The System Components
Chapter 4 Overview of the system components...
Page 26: Introduction To The Main System Components
Introduction to the main system components Introduction to the main system components Introduction The following illustration shows the main system components. The table describes the main components. Please follow the links in the table for comprehensive information. [10] The main system components The main system components The main system components Component...
Page 27 Introduction to the main system components Component Function Paper module The paper module contains 4 paper trays. The paper trays contain the media that will be printed. The default configuration of the system contains 1 paper module. You can add 1 or 2 more paper modules to the default configuration to increase the media input capacity (see ‘The paper modules’...
Page 28: The Operator Panel
The operator panel The operator panel Introduction The operator panel is a touch screen panel. You must touch the buttons on the operator panel to access the various functions. The operator panel is divided into 4 main views. The taskbar at the bottom of the screen contains the buttons that give access to the 4 main views.
Page 29 The operator panel Illustration [11] The operator panel The main components of the operator panel The main components of the operator panel Component Function • Hold key Put the machine on hold • Stop printing after a set • Stop printing as soon as possible ‘Stop a job’...
Page 30 The operator panel Component Function Release key • Allow the machine to print • Resume printing when the machine is on hold. Note: In the dashboard a softkey is available with the same functionality. 'Schedule' button Access the 'Schedule' view ‘Introduction to the 'Schedule' view’...
Page 31: The Operator Attention Light
The operator attention light The operator attention light Introduction The operator attention light informs you about the status of the machine. To improve the productivity, the operator attention light can warn you some time before the machine stops. You can set the warning time on the operator panel ‘Change the warning time’...
Page 32 The operator attention light Color Description Green The machine is busy printing. The machine can print longer than the defined warning time. Operator attention is not required. All lights off The machine is idle. There are no jobs scheduled for printing.
Page 33: The Output Locations
The output locations The output locations Introduction The machine supports several output locations for the printed jobs. The default configu- ration of your machine contains a stacker and the system output. The finisher and the stacker/stapler are optional output locations. Furthermore, you can connect several op- tional external finishers to the machine.
Page 34 The output locations Component Description 'System out- The system output is the output location for the following put' prints. • Error prints • Sample prints • Configuration reports • Job tickets • The test sheets for the media registration. Make sure that you regularly remove the sheets from the system output.
Page 35 The output locations Component Description 'Stacker/sta- The optional stacker/stapler contains 1 staple cartridge to staple pler'(iMFS) - the jobs. The staple cartridge can staple your document with 1 optional or 2 staples. The stacker/stapler can stack and staple various media sizes. The device supports the stapling of mixed media sizes, as long as the width of the media is the same.
Page 36: The Paper Modules
The paper modules The paper modules Introduction The paper trays contain the media that are required for the print jobs. The default con- figuration of the machine contains 1 paper module with 4 paper trays. You can add 1 or 2 more paper modules to the machine.
Page 37 The paper modules The parts of the control panel Number Description The LEDs indicate the current amount of sheets in the correspond- ing paper tray. Each lit-up LED indicates the presence of about 100 sheets (based on media of 80 g/m or 20 lb bond).
Page 38 The paper modules Chapter 4 - Overview of the system components...
Page 39: Working With The Operator Panel
Chapter 5 Working with the operator panel...
Page 40: Introduction
The dashboard Introduction The dashboard Introduction The dashboard is the upper blue part of the operator panel. The dashboard is always visible, irrespective of the current view ‘The operator panel’ on page 28. The dashboard gives the following feedback. • The status of the system •...
Page 41 The dashboard Number Function Display the file name of the current job (for document printing) or current stream (for stream printing). Furthermore, the progress of the current job is displayed. For document printing, the counter can display the following information. •...
Page 42 The dashboard Number Function • Display the status of the external finisher, if applicable. • Display the status of the staple cartridges ‘Check the status of the staple cartridges’ on page 111. • Display a warning that maintenance is required. When maintenance is required soon, the maintenance icon becomes orange .
Page 43: The Schedule View
Introduction to the 'Schedule' view The Schedule view Introduction to the 'Schedule' view Introduction The 'Schedule' is your daily planning board for print jobs. The 'Schedule' helps you to keep the machine running. This section shows and describes the main parts of the 'Schedule'. Note: The descriptions of the colors of the bars and the indication of the required amount of sheets are only valid for document printing.
Page 44 Introduction to the 'Schedule' view 1. The jobs pane The jobs pane shows the jobs on a timeline. The width of the job corresponds to the (remaining) print time. A vertical line separates the jobs. The vertical line moves to the left as the printing of a job progresses.
Page 45 Introduction to the 'Schedule' view Image Description Orange. The media is required in the future, but not available then. For example because the paper trays do not contain suffi- cient sheets of the required media. Red. The media is required now, but not available. The job can only start when you load the required media.
Page 46 Introduction to the 'Schedule' view Color of the bar Description The output location is required now, but not available. For ex- ample, because the output location is full. Gray The output location is required, but availability is unknown. 5. The zoom control The zoom control enables you to adjust the time scale visible in the 'Schedule'.
Page 47: Load The Media
Load the media Load the media Introduction This section describes how to load the media into a paper tray. When you load the media via the 'Load' button in the 'Schedule', the paper tray is auto- matically assigned to the correct media. When you load and assign the media via the 'Assign' button in the 'Trays' view, you must assign the paper tray to the loaded media manually.
Page 48 Load the media Load the media Put a small stack of media into the paper tray. Press the green handle on the right-hand guide and push the guide against the edge of the media. Turn the green knob to adjust the front guide and the rear guide. Put the rest of the media on top of the small stack.
Page 49: Load Media Via The 'Schedule' View
Load media via the 'Schedule' view Load media via the 'Schedule' view Introduction When the 'Schedule' view is available on your printer, you can load and assign the required media directly in the 'Schedule' section. Note: When you load a different media size, you must also set the paper guides inside the paper tray to the correct dimensions.
Page 50 Load media via the 'Schedule' view Touch 'OK' to open the paper tray. Load the media into the paper tray. The system assumes you loaded the selected media type, in this example Special A4. The system will automatically assign Special A4 to that paper tray. Note: You can always change the assigned media type later by touching the 'Assign' button.
Page 51: Instructions For Printing To The Stacker/Stapler (Imfs)
Instructions for printing to the stacker/stapler (iMFS) Instructions for printing to the stacker/stapler (iMFS) Introduction Note: This section only applies to the use of oriented media and tab sheets in combination with the optional stacker/stapler (iMFS). The machine supports oriented media. Oriented media are media of which the front side differs from the back side.
Page 52: Stop A Job
Stop a job Stop a job Introduction When the machine is printing a job, you can stop the machine at the following moments. • Stop after a set • Stop after a page • Stop after a job. The following table gives an overview of the stop behavior of the machine. The procedures in this section describe how to stop the machine via the operator panel.
Page 53 Stop a job When Then The 'Check first set' setting in a 'Work- The machine stops each time the first set flow profile' is 'On' ‘Work with the work- of a print job is ready. You can check the flow profiles’ on page 121 and this setting first set before you continue the print job.
Page 54 Stop a job Stop a streaming job or transaction stream Press the Hold key 1 time. The red LED of the Hold key starts to blink. The printer will continue to print the pages that are already in the buffer. When the buffer is empty, the printer stops.
Page 55: The Jobs View
Introduction to the 'Jobs' view The Jobs view Introduction to the 'Jobs' view Introduction The 'Jobs' view enables you to manage the print jobs on the machine locally. The 'Jobs' view is divided in the 'Queues' and 'Printed jobs' views. This section describes the items of both views.
Page 56 Introduction to the 'Jobs' view The items of the 'Scheduled jobs' view of the 'Jobs' view Description of the 'Scheduled jobs' view Item Function More information 'Scheduled jobs' Display the active print job and the jobs that are scheduled for printing. 'Properties' button Check or change the properties of a job.
Page 57 Introduction to the 'Jobs' view Item Function More information 'Select' button Select a number of jobs at the ‘Select more than one job same time. You can use one of for printing’ on page 74 the following: ‘Select more than one job •...
Page 58 Introduction to the 'Jobs' view Illustration [27] The 'Waiting jobs' view The items of the 'Waiting jobs' view of the 'Jobs' view Description of the 'Waiting jobs' view Item Function More information 'Waiting jobs' Display the jobs that are not yet scheduled for printing.
Page 59 Introduction to the 'Jobs' view Item Function More information 'Delete' button Delete the selected job or jobs . ‘Delete print jobs’ on The button is enabled when you page 67 select 1 or more jobs. 'Bundle' or 'Split' but- Bundle: Combine a number of ‘Bundle jobs in the list of jobs into 1 job, for example to 'Waiting jobs' ’...
Page 60 Introduction to the 'Jobs' view Item Function More information 'Proof' button Print 1 copy of a job to check ‘Make a proof’ on page whether the result of the print job meets your expectation. The button is only enabled when you select 1 job.
Page 61 Introduction to the 'Jobs' view The items of the 'Printed jobs' view of the 'Jobs' view Description of the 'Printed jobs' view Item Function More information 'Printed jobs' Display the jobs that were print- ed successfully. The system only moves the printed jobs to the list of 'Printed jobs' when the setting 'Printed jobs' in the Settings Editor is enabled.
Page 62 Introduction to the 'Jobs' view Item Function More information 'Select' button Select a number of jobs at the ‘Select more than one job same time. You can use one of for printing’ on page 74 the following: ‘Select more than one job •...
Page 63: Schedule A Waiting Job For Printing
Schedule a waiting job for printing Schedule a waiting job for printing Introduction The destination of jobs is determined by the selected workflow profile. When jobs go to the list of 'Waiting jobs', you must manually send the jobs to the print queue (list of 'Scheduled jobs').
Page 64: Reprint A Job
Reprint a job Reprint a job Introduction Note: The following description is only applicable when the setting 'Printed jobs' in the Settings Editor is enabled. Print jobs that have been completed are moved from the list of 'Scheduled jobs' list to the list of 'Printed jobs'.
Page 65: Give Priority To A Print Job
Give priority to a print job Give priority to a print job Introduction When you want to print a job as soon as possible, but not necessarily immediately, you must use the 'To top' function. The 'To top' function moves the selected job to the second position in the list of 'Scheduled jobs', below the active print job .
Page 66: Print An Urgent Job Immediately
Print an urgent job immediately Print an urgent job immediately Introduction When a job must be printed urgently, you can give that print job priority over all other print jobs. The 'Print now' button allows you to print a job immediately. When you use the 'Print now' button, the active print job will be paused as soon as the current set is ready.
Page 67: Delete Print Jobs
Delete print jobs Delete print jobs Locations from which jobs can be deleted You can delete jobs from the following locations. • List of 'Printed jobs' (if this function is enabled in the Settings Editor). • List of 'Scheduled jobs'. •...
Page 68 Delete print jobs Select the jobs you want to delete. Press 'Delete'. A message appears. When you are sure that you want to delete the selected job(s), touch 'Yes'. Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 69: Print A Scheduled Job Later
Print a scheduled job later Print a scheduled job later Introduction The machine prints the jobs that are present in the list of 'Scheduled jobs'. However, you can decide to print a job later, for example because: • The required media are out of stock, or •...
Page 70: Make A Proof
Make a proof Make a proof Introduction You can make a proof to check whether the quality and the layout of the output meet your expectations. When you use the 'Proof' function, the machine prints 1 copy of the job. You can only make a proof for a job in the list of 'Waiting jobs'. This section describes how to make a proof.
Page 71: Print A Job Ticket
Print a job ticket Print a job ticket Introduction Job tickets are used to transfer settings from an application to the printer. It can be con- venient to print a job ticket before printing a job, to get an overview of the main job characteristics.
Page 72: Bundle Jobs In The List Of 'Waiting Jobs
Bundle jobs in the list of 'Waiting jobs' Bundle jobs in the list of 'Waiting jobs' Introduction The bundle function allows you to combine 2 or more jobs into 1 new job. For example, this can be convenient when the participants of a meeting need several documents in a specific order.
Page 73 Bundle jobs in the list of 'Waiting jobs' Main actions Description 'Split' When you touch 'Split' after selecting a bundled job, the job is split into the original, separate jobs. The bundled job is removed. The separate jobs are added to the bottom of the list of 'Waiting jobs'.
Page 74: Select More Than One Job For Printing
Select more than one job for printing Select more than one job for printing Introduction The table below describes the possibilities to select more than one job for printing. Select more jobs Options Description Select 2 or more jobs Touch the jobs you want to print one by one. manually 'Select' button - 'All' All jobs in the list of 'Waiting jobs' are printed.
Page 75 Select more than one job for printing • Give priority to a print job, on page 65 Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 76: Checking And Changing The Job Properties
Contradiction handling Checking and changing the job properties Contradiction handling Be aware that if you change settings you might make contradicting settings. If you make contradicting settings, the preview pane informs you how to solve the contradictions. The contradicting settings are marked orange and indicate where contradictions are found. The green check marks indicate where to find the settings that you must change to resolve the contradictions.
Page 77: Change The Number Of Sets
Change the number of sets Change the number of sets Introduction When a job is sent to the machine, the desired number of sets will be indicated. However, you can change the number of sets on the operator panel. This section describes how to change the number of sets for a specific job. Note: You can enter any value between 1 and 65,000 for all jobs except the active print job .
Page 78: Check The First Set
Check the first set Check the first set Introduction If you have a large print job and you want to check whether the job is printed correctly, it is advised to check the first set before printing all other sets. When a job is sent to the printer, the submitter can indicate in the job submission application that the first set must be checked.
Page 79 Check the first set The text changes from 'Off' to 'On'. A check mark indicates that the checking of the first set is enabled. Press 'OK'. The 'Number of sets' button will now show a check mark. Press 'OK'. • Work with the workflow profiles, on page 121 •...
Page 80: Change The Page Range You Want To Print
Change the page range you want to print Change the page range you want to print Introduction Usually, in the printer driver is defined whether all pages or only a range of pages must be printed. However, you can also change this setting through the operator panel. Note: You cannot change this setting for the active print job .
Page 81: Enable The Separator Sheets
Enable the separator sheets Enable the separator sheets Introduction When you print jobs with many sets, it can be difficult to identify your sets in the stack of paper. You can separate your sets in two ways: • By 'Offset stacking', see ‘Change the stacking method per job’...
Page 82: Rename A Job
Rename a job Rename a job Introduction When you print a job, the job name is created in the application. The job name is displayed in the 'Job name' field. However, you can rename the job. How to rename a job In the job window, touch 'Job name'.
Page 83: Change The Stacking Method Per Job
Change the stacking method per job Change the stacking method per job Introduction The 'Offset stacking' function creates a visible distinction between sets or jobs in an output location. The active workflow profile or the active automated workflow determines the default type of offset stacking. You can only change the type of 'Offset stacking' per job when the 'Offset stacking' setting of the active 'Workflow profile' is set to 'Sets (as in job)'.
Page 84: Change '2-Sided' Into '1-Sided' And Vice Versa
Change '2-sided' into '1-sided' and vice versa Change '2-sided' into '1-sided' and vice versa Introduction Jobs for which '1-sided' or '2-sided' printing was defined, will be printed on either 1 side or both sides of a sheet. If required, you can change this setting. When a job contains mixed settings ('1-sided' and '2-sided'), you can change this setting to '1-sided' or '2-sided' for the complete job.
Page 85: Shift The Image In The Document Printing Mode
Shift the image in the document printing mode Shift the image in the document printing mode Introduction When you use pre-printed media with marked locations for specific text, for example, a misalignment of the text can occur. For example, an address is not exactly placed in the center of an address field, or an account number is not exactly placed in the appropriate box.
Page 86 Shift the image in the document printing mode Note: You can also press the job 2 times to access the 'Properties' window. This function is comparable to double-clicking with a mouse. Press 'Shift'. Press the - or + buttons to shift the image on the front side or back side of the sheet. Press 'OK'.
Page 87: Change The Print Delivery Settings
Change the print delivery settings Change the print delivery settings Introduction Usually the print delivery settings have been defined in the printer driver. Overview of the print delivery settings Setting Description 'Output location' Change the output location for the job. The list shows all the output locations that are available for your system.
Page 88 Change the print delivery settings 'Advanced settings' Setting Description 'Sheet order' 'Face up' Deliver the prints face up, first sheet on top. 'Face up reverse' Deliver the prints face up, last sheet on top. 'Face down' Deliver the prints face down, first sheet on top. 'Face down reverse' Deliver the prints face down, last sheet on top.
Page 89 Change the print delivery settings Setting Description 'Rotation' • '0 degrees' • '180 degrees' Rotates the prints 180 degrees. Note: You cannot change this setting for the active print job . How to change the print delivery settings Touch 'Jobs' -> 'Queues' -> 'Scheduled jobs' or 'Waiting jobs'. Touch the job you want to change.
Page 90: Change The Number Of Staples
Change the number of staples Change the number of staples Introduction When a job is sent to the machine, a desired number of staples for that job can be indi- cated. However, you can change the number of staples on the operator panel. This section describes how to change the number of staples for a specific job.
Page 91: Punch Or Fold The Output
Punch or fold the output Punch or fold the output Introduction If your machine is equipped with the puncher/folder, you can finish your documents with various binding methods. You have your documents punched for binders or fold them from A3/Ledger or A3/Ledger-like media into A4/Letter documents. On the operator panel you can indicate: •...
Page 92 Punch or fold the output Deposit header-up / left (Paper Logic) Orientation Feed edge Punch exam- Feed edge Punch exam- Landscape Long-edge Short-edge feed feed Deposit header-down or right Deposit header-down / right (not Paper Logic) Orientation Feed edge Punch exam- Feed edge Punch exam- Portrait...
Page 93 Punch or fold the output Fold the output On the operator panel, press the 'Jobs' button. In the list of 'Waiting jobs' or 'Scheduled jobs', touch the job you want to edit. Press 'Properties'. Note: You can also press the job 2 times to access the 'Properties' window. This function is comparable to double-clicking with a mouse.
Page 94: Select A Different Media For A Job
Select a different media for a job Select a different media for a job Introduction If you want to print a job on other media than originally defined for that job, you can select a different media via the operator panel. Requirements regarding the new media: •...
Page 95: Enable Or Disable The Use Of Trailer Pages
Enable or disable the use of trailer pages Enable or disable the use of trailer pages Introduction A trailer page contains an overview of the job settings (for example used media and fin- ishing). A trailer page is printed at the end of a job. You can only enable this setting in the Settings Editor.
Page 96: The Trays View
Introduction to the 'Trays' view The Trays view Introduction to the 'Trays' view Introduction The 'Trays' view has the following functions. • Display the current content and filling level of the paper trays • Open the paper trays and assign the required media for the print jobs ‘Assign the media to a paper tray’...
Page 97 Introduction to the 'Trays' view Illustration [44] Example of a configuration with 1 paper module The items of the 'Trays' view Description of the 'Trays' view Item Function Content of the paper trays Indicate the current content and filling level of the paper trays.
Page 98 Introduction to the 'Trays' view • The media name, for example 'Normal paper' • The media size, for example A3 or A4 • The media weight, for example 80 g • The media color • The special characteristics of the media, for example 'cyclic' or 'punched'. In brackets, additional information is given about these media, for example the cycle count or the number of holes for punched media.
Page 99: Assign The Media To A Paper Tray
Assign the media to a paper tray Assign the media to a paper tray Introduction The 'Trays' view has several functions (see ‘Introduction to the 'Trays' view’ on page 96). This section describes how to open the paper trays and assign the media in the 'Trays' view.
Page 100 Assign the media to a paper tray Note: The list displays all the media in the media catalog that match the current position of the paper guides inside the paper tray. When the list is empty, the media catalog does not contain media that match the position of the paper guides.
Page 101: Use Hotfolders
Introduction to hotfolders Use hotfolders Introduction to hotfolders Introduction Technically, a hotfolder is a mapped network drive on a workstation that is linked to a shared folder on the PRISMAsync controller. For an operator, a hotfolder is a folder on a workstation where printable files can be dropped for printing.
Page 102: Activate The Hotfolder Function
Activate the hotfolder function Activate the hotfolder function Introduction The information in this section is intended for system administrators. Note: By factory default, the hotfolder function is disabled. To use the hotfolder function, the system administrator must activate this function once. After the system administrator activated the hotfolder function, up to 10 hotfolders can be defined.
Page 103: Create A Hotfolder
Create a hotfolder Create a hotfolder Introduction The information in this section is intended for system administrator. Before you begin The hotfolder function must be activated. Otherwise, the system administrator must ac- tivate the hotfolder function first. Note: You can create up to 10 hotfolders. How to create a hotfolder Note: For this procedure, the System administrator password is required.
Page 104: Create A Shared Network Folder On A Workstation
Create a shared network folder on a workstation Create a shared network folder on a workstation Introduction The information in this section is intended for key operators. Before creating a shared network folder on a workstation, the following actions must be carried out first: •...
Page 105 Create a shared network folder on a workstation Note: Instead of 12.34.56.78 you must enter the host name or IP address of the PRISMAsync controller. Booklet is the name you gave to the hotfolder when you created the automated workflow. Click 'Finish'.
Page 106: Create A Hotfolder Default Ticket ('Default_Ticket.jdf')
Create a hotfolder default ticket ('default_ticket.jdf') Create a hotfolder default ticket ('default_ticket.jdf') Introduction Hotfolders are primarily aimed at recurring PDF workflows. In these workflows identical PDFs, or other printable files, with identical settings are printed on a regular basis. A hotfolder default ticket ('default_ticket.jdf') in the hotfolder determines the settings for the print jobs.
Page 107: The System View
Introduction to the 'Printer' section The System view The Printer section Introduction to the 'Printer' section Introduction The 'System' view gives access to system settings, system information, media information and maintenance tasks. This section gives an overview of the 'Printer' section in the 'System' view. Overview of the 'Printer' section [52] Overview of the 'Printer' section Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 108 Introduction to the 'Printer' section The items of the 'Printer' section Description of the 'Printer' section Item Function More information 'Toner' Indicate the filling level of the ‘Check the status of the left-hand and right-hand toner toner reservoirs’ on page unit.
Page 109: Check The Status Of The Toner Reservoirs
Check the status of the toner reservoirs Check the status of the toner reservoirs Introduction The machine has 2 toner reservoirs. The toner reservoirs are located at the left-hand side and the right-hand side of the engine module ‘Introduction to the main system components’ on page 26.
Page 110 Check the status of the toner reservoirs Check the status of the toner reservoirs Check the toner icons in the dashboard. Note: Follow the steps 2 and 3 to view the status of the toner reservoirs as a percentage. Touch the 'System' button. Press 'Printer'.
Page 111: Check The Status Of The Staple Cartridges
Check the status of the staple cartridges Check the status of the staple cartridges Introduction The optional finishers ‘The output locations’ on page 33 can contain staple cartridges to staple your jobs. You can check the status of the staple cartridges in the dashboard ‘The dashboard’...
Page 112 Check the status of the staple cartridges Press 'Printer'. The 'System' view displays the status of the staple cartridges. The 'System' view also dis- plays the number of staples that have been used since the last refill. Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 113: Check The Status Of The Puncher Waste Box
Check the status of the puncher waste box Check the status of the puncher waste box Introduction The optional puncher and puncher/folder (see ‘Introduction’ on page 180) contain a puncher waste box. The puncher waste box contains the paper chips that result from the punching process.
Page 114: The Maintenance Section
Introduction to the 'Maintenance' section The Maintenance section Introduction to the 'Maintenance' section Introduction The 'System' view gives access to system settings, system information, media information and maintenance tasks. This section gives an overview of the 'Maintenance' section in the 'System' view. Overview of the 'Maintenance' section [66] Overview of the 'Maintenance' section The items of the 'Maintenance' section...
Page 115 Introduction to the 'Maintenance' section Item Function More information 'Day counters' Indicates the number of prints ‘Reset the day counters’ that have been made since the on page 116 latest reset. You can always reset the day counters. 'Toner counters' Indicates the amount of toner that has been used since the printer was installed.
Page 116: Reset The Day Counters
Reset the day counters Reset the day counters Introduction The 'Maintenance' section of the 'System' view displays 3 types of counters. 2 of these counters provide information about the number of sheets that have been printed. The other counter provides information about the amount of toner that has been used. This section first describes the 3 counters in the 'Maintenance' section.
Page 117 Reset the day counters Press 'Maintenance'. Touch the 'Reset day counters' button in the 'Day counters' section. A dialog box will ask you to confirm that you really want to reset the day counters. Touch 'Yes' to reset the day counters to 0. Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 118: Find The Meter Readings
Find the meter readings Find the meter readings Introduction The 'Maintenance' section of the 'System' view displays 3 types of counters. • The billing counters provide information about the number of sheets that have been printed since the printer was installed. You cannot reset the billing counters. •...
Page 119: The Setup Section
Introduction to the 'Setup' section The Setup section Introduction to the 'Setup' section Introduction The 'System' view provides access to system settings, system information, media informa- tion and maintenance tasks. This section provides an overview of the 'Setup' section in the 'System' view. Overview of the 'Setup' section [67] Overview of the 'Setup' section The items of the 'Setup' section...
Page 120 Introduction to the 'Setup' section Item Function More information 'Workflow profile' but- Define a workflow profile that ‘Work with the workflow matches your needs. profiles’ on page 121 'Language' button Change the language of the oper- ‘Change the language’ on ator panel.
Page 121: Work With The Workflow Profiles
Work with the workflow profiles Work with the workflow profiles Introduction The machine is used in different printing environments. Each environment requires other settings to optimize the workflow or to meet your personal workflow preferences. The machine contains a number of default workflow profiles to help you optimize your workflow.
Page 122 Work with the workflow profiles The use of the default workflow profiles The following table makes recommendations about when to use which default workflow profile. When to use which workflow Profile When to use 'Standard' You need a productive workflow but you still want to have sufficient control over the jobs.
Page 123 Work with the workflow profiles The 'Output' settings Workflow profile 'Output' settings 'Next output tray' 'Offset stacking' 'Link output loca- tions' 'Standard' 'After each job' 'Sets (as in job)' 'On' 'Job by job' 'After each job' 'Sets (as in job)' 'On' 'Check and print' 'After each job'...
Page 124 Work with the workflow profiles Setting Values Effect 'Check first 'On' The machine goes on hold after the first set of a set' job is printed. You can check the quality and lay- out of the first set before the machine prints the remaining sets.
Page 125 Work with the workflow profiles Setting Values Effect 'Offset stack- 'Jobs' Each printed job that is delivered to an output lo- ing' cation is stacked on top of the previous printed job with an offset. This helps you to identify the various jobs.
Page 126: Change The Language
Change the language Change the language Introduction This section describes how to change the language of the operator panel. Change the language On the operator panel, press the 'System' button. Press the 'Setup' button. [69] Change the language Press the 'Language' button in the 'User interface' section. Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 127 Change the language An overview of the available languages appears. [70] Overview of the available languages Select your language, for example 'Norsk'. Press 'OK'. The language is changed. Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 128: Change The Warning Time
Change the warning time Change the warning time Introduction When operator interaction is required now or soon, the dashboard (see ‘The dashboard’ on page 40) can display a warning message. The message informs you about a required upcoming action, for example load a required media type or empty an output location. You can define how long in advance the warning message is displayed.
Page 129: Truncate The Job Name
Truncate the job name Truncate the job name Introduction The operator panel displays all print and copy jobs with their job names in the 'Jobs' view. If a job name is too long, the system truncates the job name. To enable you to identify your jobs in the lists more easily, you can define how the system truncates the job names.
Page 130: Change The Advanced Media Settings
Change the advanced media settings Change the advanced media settings Introduction The advanced media settings can help you solve problems when printing on certain special media. When all the advanced media settings have their default value, the button for 'Advanced media settings' displays the word 'Default'.
Page 131 Change the advanced media settings 'Enhanced media mode' Glossy media can cause a collating or stapling error in the finisher. You can set the 'En- hanced media mode' to 'On' to prevent the error. This will decrease the productivity of the machine.
Page 132 Change the advanced media settings Note: The operator panel will only ask you to enter the maintenance PIN when a maintenance PIN is defined in the Settings Editor. Enable the 'Low temperature mode' Touch the 'Low temperature mode' button. The text on the button changes from 'Off' to 'On'. Note: Each time you touch the button, the setting changes from 'On' to 'Off' and the other way round.
Page 133 Change the advanced media settings Touch the 'Enhanced media mode' button. The text on the button changes from 'Off' to 'On'. Note: Each time you touch the button, the setting changes from 'Off' to 'On' and the other way round. Press 'OK'.
Page 134: Make An Intermediate Check Print
Make an intermediate check print Make an intermediate check print Introduction The machine has a function that enables you to make a check print while a job is printed. This function is called the intermediate check print. When you use this function, the machine prints a copy of the sheet that is printed at the moment you press the 'Interme- diate check print' button.
Page 135 Make an intermediate check print Make an intermediate check print On the operator panel, press the 'System' button. Press 'Setup'. Press the 'Intermediate check print' button in the 'Advanced' section. The intermediate check print is sent to the system output (see ‘The output locations’...
Page 136: Change A Number Of Settings In The Settings Editor Via The Oper- Ator Panel
Change a number of settings in the Settings Editor via the operator panel Change a number of settings in the Settings Editor via the operator panel Introduction Note: The information contained in this section is primarily intended for key operators and system administrators.
Page 137 Change a number of settings in the Settings Editor via the operator panel Group of settings Available settings Short description 'Logging' • 'Save the datad- When an error occurs, the help desk of ump file' your printer supplier can ask you to create •...
Page 138 Change a number of settings in the Settings Editor via the operator panel Group of settings Available settings Short description 'System settings' • 'Date and time' The 'System settings' section contains • 'System of mea- settings to change the date and time of surement' the system, or the system of measurement •...
Page 139: The Media Section
Introduction to the 'Media' section The Media section Introduction to the 'Media' section Introduction The 'System' view gives access to system settings, system information, media information and maintenance tasks. This section gives an overview of the 'Media' section in the 'System' view. Overview of the 'Media' section [74] Overview of the 'Media' section The items of the 'Media' section...
Page 140 Introduction to the 'Media' section Num- Item Function More information List of temporary media Display the temporary ‘What are temporary media that are currently media’ on page 142 available on the system 'To catalog' button Add temporary media ‘Add temporary media to to the media catalogue the 'Media catalog' ’...
Page 141: Introduction To The Media Handling
Introduction to the media handling Introduction to the media handling Introduction The machine supports a wide range of media, including tabs and inserts. The supported media sizes range from 8 x 8 inch (minimum) to 12.5 x 19.2 inch (maximum). The supported media weights range from 33 - 202 lb bond for media that are recommended by the manufacturer, and 40 - 135 lb bond for other media.
Page 142 Introduction to the media handling What are temporary media You can also use many other media that are not included in the 'Media catalog'. These media become temporary media. You can look up the currently used temporary media in the 'Media' section of the 'System' view. Furthermore, you can assign the temporary media to a paper tray.
Page 143: Add Temporary Media To The 'Media Catalog
Add temporary media to the 'Media catalog' Add temporary media to the 'Media catalog' Introduction When a job is submitted that requires media that are not included in the 'Media catalog', these media become temporary media. The operator panel displays the temporary media in the following places.
Page 144 Add temporary media to the 'Media catalog' Press 'Media'. The names of the temporary media are displayed in the 'Temporary media' section. Select the media you want to add to the 'Media catalog'. Press 'To catalog'. The media is added to the 'Media catalog'. Note: If required, you can edit the attributes of the media in the 'Media catalog' that is part of the Settings Editor.
Page 145: Perform A Media Registration For Standard-Size Media
Perform a media registration for standard-size media Perform a media registration for standard-size media Introduction The different properties of media can influence the alignment of images when the media are printed. To ensure a correct alignment, you can perform a media registration for each individual media in the 'Media catalog'.
Page 146 Perform a media registration for standard-size media Print the test sheets and create the ruler Read the introduction on the screen. Then press 'Next'. The printed test sheets go to the system output. Take the first printed sheet. Fold the sheet along the line 'B-H' on side 1. Test bitmap: REGISTRATION Size: 210 x 297 mm 2006-10-09 / 14:08:36...
Page 147 Perform a media registration for standard-size media Adjust the Z-position of side 1 Take the first test sheet. Align the start of the ruler with point 'B' of the test sheet. - 5 0 + 5 0 image Primary Page 14:08:36 2006-10-09 Size:...
Page 148 Perform a media registration for standard-size media Align the start of the ruler with point 'D' of the test sheet. - 5 0 + 5 0 - 5 0 P r i m a r y X i m a g e p o s i t i o n P r i m a r y Z i m a g e p o s i t i o n + 5 0 1 0 0 0...
Page 149 Perform a media registration for standard-size media Align the start of the ruler with point 'K' of the test sheet. 2 6 5 2 6 0 2 5 5 2 5 0 2 4 5 2 4 0 2 3 5 2 3 0 2 2 5 2 2 0...
Page 150 Perform a media registration for standard-size media Align the start of the ruler with the left edge of the test sheet. - 5 0 + 5 0 - 5 0 P r i m a r y X i m a g e p o s i t i o n P r i m a r y Z i m a g e p o s i t i o n + 5 0 1 0 0 0...
Page 151 Perform a media registration for standard-size media Take the second test sheet. Repeat the steps 2 - 4. Take the third test sheet. Repeat the steps 2 - 4. Result A pop-up message appears. The message asks you whether you want to print an extra test sheet to verify the result of the registration.
Page 152: Perform A Media Registration For Large Media
Perform a media registration for large media Perform a media registration for large media Introduction The different properties of media can influence the alignment of images when the media are printed. To ensure a correct alignment, you can perform a media registration for each individual media in the 'Media catalog'.
Page 153 Perform a media registration for large media Print the test sheets and create the ruler Read the introduction on the screen. Then press 'Next'. The printed test sheets go to the system output. Take the first printed sheet. Fold the sheet along the line 'B-H' on side 1. Test bitmap: REGISTRATION Size: 210 x 297 mm 2006-10-09 / 14:08:36...
Page 154 Perform a media registration for large media Adjust the Z-position of side 1 Take the first test sheet. Align the start of the ruler with point 'B' of the test sheet. 1 0 0 s i t i o e p o m a g m a r y P r i...
Page 155 Perform a media registration for large media Align the start of the ruler with point 'D' and read the value at point 'E'. - 5 0 - 5 0 P r i m a r y X i m a g e p o s i t i o n P r i m a r y Z i m a g e p o s i t i o n + 5 0 + 5 0...
Page 156 Perform a media registration for large media Adjust the Z-position of side 2 Take the first test sheet. Align the start of the ruler with point 'K' of the test sheet. - 5 0 + 5 0 image Secondary Page 14:08:22 2006-10-09 Size:...
Page 157 Perform a media registration for large media Align the start of the ruler with the left edge of the test sheet. - 5 0 + 5 0 P r i m a r y X i m a g e p o s i t i o n - 5 0 P r i m a r y Z i m a g e p o s i t i o n + 5 0...
Page 158 Perform a media registration for large media Align the start of the ruler with point 'N' of the test sheet. - 5 0 + 5 0 - 5 0 P r i m a r y X i m a g e p o s i t i o n P r i m a r y Z i m a g e p o s i t i o n + 5 0 1 0 0 0...
Page 159: The Transaction Section (Optional)
Introduction to the 'Transaction' section The Transaction section (optional) Introduction to the 'Transaction' section Introduction When the printer contains the optional IPDS or PCL license for transaction printing, the printer can be used both for document printing and transaction printing. Then you can print typical transactional documents like invoices, salary slips or other variable data streams.
Page 160 Introduction to the 'Transaction' section Overview of the 'Transaction' section [91] Overview of the 'Transaction' section The items of the 'Transaction' section Description of the 'Transaction' section Num- Item Function Dashboard The dashboard displays the following information for transaction printing. •...
Page 161 Introduction to the 'Transaction' section Num- Item Function 'Connection' The 'Connection' section gives access to the follow- ing functions. • Turn the transaction printing function on or • Put the printer on-line. This is required to connect the printer to the server •...
Page 162 Introduction to the 'Transaction' section Actions at the printer side Actions on the server side 8. Place the printer off-line when the transaction stream is ready 9. Switch the printer back to document printing mode Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 163: Error Handling And Output Recovery
Error handling and output recovery Error handling and output recovery Introduction TheOcé VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line is equipped with very efficient and reliable error recovery. Some printing environments, however, require that multiple copies be avoided. For example, in transactions involving the printing of valuable documents such as cheques. In such an environment, you can enable the output recovery functionality.
Page 164 Error handling and output recovery Job progress Output recovery End up in the out- states with IPDS put location after error recovery Are stacked at one of the output loca- tions. Sheets printed suc- Sheets are in out- cessfully put location Are deleted com- pletely.
Page 165 Error handling and output recovery Job progress Output recovery End up in the out- states with IPDS put location after error recovery Once the error is resolved, the print- er restarts by print- ing the first page in the host memory. Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 166 Error handling and output recovery Error handling with output recovery disabled in IPDS Job progress Output recovery End up in the out- states disabled (e.g. PCL put location after and PS) error recovery Are stacked at one of the output loca- tions.
Page 167 Error handling and output recovery Job progress Output recovery End up in the out- states disabled (e.g. PCL put location after and PS) error recovery Remain in host memory. Sheets in host These sheets stay in memory. the host memory. When the printer starts printing, these pages will be...
Page 168: Activate The Transaction Printing Function
Activate the transaction printing function Activate the transaction printing function Introduction To use the transaction printing function, you must first activate this function (see ‘Intro- duction to the 'Transaction' section ’ on page 159). This section describes the following: • How to activate transaction printing mode •...
Page 169 Activate the transaction printing function Press the 'Transaction printing mode' button. The text on the button changes from 'Off' to 'On'. Press the 'Active transaction setup' button and select the required setup. The attributes of the transaction setup are defined in the Settings Editor application on the Controller.
Page 170: Shift The Image In The Transaction Printing Mode
Shift the image in the transaction printing mode Shift the image in the transaction printing mode Introduction When you use pre-printed media with marked locations for specific text, for example, a misalignment of the text can occur. For example, an address is not exactly placed in the center of an address field, or an account number is not exactly placed in the appropriate box.
Page 171 Shift the image in the transaction printing mode On the operator panel, press the 'System' button. Press 'Transaction'. Press the - or + buttons to shift the image on the front side or back side of the sheet. Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 172: Handle The Media Messages
Handle the media messages Handle the media messages Introduction The media catalog • contains a list of predefined media and their attributes • is an essential part of the system behavior of the Océ VarioPrint® 6000 Ultra Line • helps you to print your jobs more easily while using the correct media For transaction printing, the content of the paper trays (in terms of media from the media catalogue) is translated into a format that the SRA controller understands.
Page 173 Handle the media messages Illustration [112] Example of a 'Media message' How to handle the 'Media message' in the tray-to-tray mode A message on the operator panel indicates that a media is missing. Select one of the fol- lowing actions as a response to the message. •...
Page 174 Handle the media messages From the list of media, select the media that will be used as the media the controller is asking for and press 'OK'. Note that this might be an incorrect media. The media will now be displayed with the name that is defined in the media catalog. Select the paper tray where you want to load the required media and press 'OK'.
Page 175: Create A Transaction Setup
Create a transaction setup Create a transaction setup Introduction When you want to use transaction printing, you have to create the necessary transaction setups. You can create these setups in the Settings Editor. Note: If the Settings Editor does not display the correct language, you can change the preferred language in the internet options of your internet browser.
Page 176 Create a transaction setup Make sure that the Tray selection mechanism is set to Tray to Media. This is the preferred setting. This printer is a media-based machine. The Tray-to-media method supports this behavior. Change the settings under the 'IPDS setup' tab. You can change the settings: •...
Page 177 Create a transaction setup Note: When you have more than one printer, you can exchange transaction setups. Go to 'Transaction Printing' - 'Setups' and use the 'Import' and 'Export' functions. How to modify a transaction setup Go to 'Transaction Printing' - 'Setups'. Put a checkmark in front of the transaction setup to select the setup you want to modify.
Page 178 Create a transaction setup Chapter 5 - Working with the operator panel...
Page 179: Optional Finishers And Other Devices
Chapter 6 Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 180: Ixdp (Integrated Exchangeable Die Punch) - Varioprint 6160 Only
Introduction iXDP (integrated eXchangeable ® Die Punch) - VarioPrint 6160 only Introduction Introduction Illustration [113] The puncher (iXDP) 'The puncher enables you to finish documents for various types of binding. Simply replace the die set inside the puncher to get another type of binding. Information about the die sets.
Page 181 Introduction • The die sets are self-latching. You do not need tools or levers to replace a die set. • Each die set has an identification label that shows the hole pattern and name. • You can store 3 additional die sets in a storage area inside the puncher (see ‘Main parts’...
Page 182: Operating Information
Main parts Operating information Main parts Illustration Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 183 Main parts [114] Main parts of the puncher Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 184 Main parts Description of the main parts Description of the main parts Part Description Bypass The bypass is a short straight-through paper path for documents that must not be punched. Punch path Documents that must be punched follow the U-shaped punch path.
Page 185: Die Sets Available
Die sets available Die sets available Introduction The puncher can use many different die sets to punch your documents. The punching pattern of a die set determines the binding style of your document. This section describes the die sets available for the puncher. Note: The puncher is available in 2 versions: one version for A4 media and one version for Letter media.
Page 186 Die sets available Number of holes, Type of binding Type of die set shape 32, square Wire binding Wire 03:01 AM (3 holes/inch) 44, round Plastic Coil binding Color Coil Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 187: Empty The Chip Tray
Empty the chip tray Empty the chip tray Introduction The chip tray contains the paper chips that result from the punching process. The chip tray is located at the lower left-hand side of the puncher (see ‘Main parts’ on page 182).
Page 188 Empty the chip tray Note: Make sure that you empty the chip tray while the power switch of the puncher is in the 'I' position. This enables the sensors to detect the action and automatically reset the punch counter. Grasp handle K8 and pull out the chip tray. Empty the chip tray.
Page 189: Replace A Die Set
Replace a die set Replace a die set Introduction The puncher can use many different die sets to punch your documents (see ‘Die sets available’ on page 185). The die set determines the punching pattern. Please contact your puncher supplier for additional or replacement die sets. This section describes how to remove and install a die set.
Page 190 Replace a die set Warning: The next 2 steps include a possible pinching hazard! Keep your fingers and other body parts away from the die set slot and the die set pins. Support the die set with both hands and slightly slide the die set into the slot. Grasp the finger hole of the die set and push until the die set locks.
Page 191: Service Information
Inspect the die sets Service information Inspect the die sets Introduction Die sets have a life expectancy of approximately 500,000 punched sheets. The life expectan- cy depends partially on the used media types. The life expectancy of the die sets can in- crease, for example: •...
Page 192 Inspect the die sets Inspect the die sets Put the die set on a table. Put your hands on both ends of the die set and push the top plate straight down. Check if the die set functions smoothly. If not, the die set is worn. When the die set seems OK, insert the die set into the die set slot.
Page 193: Lubricate The Die Sets
Lubricate the die sets Lubricate the die sets Introduction The die sets have a life expectancy of approximately 500,000 punched sheets. However, when you lubricate the die sets on a regular basis, the life expectancy can increase. You must regularly lubricate the following parts. •...
Page 194 Lubricate the die sets Illustration [118] Lubrication points 1. Punch pins 2. Shoulder bolts and springs 3. Felt oil pad Lubricate the punch pins Push the die set down until the punch pins protrude from the bottom plate. Apply a drop of oil to the end of each punch pin. Wipe down the punch pins.
Page 195: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Introduction When a paper jam occurs in the puncher, the printer will stop printing and go on hold. The printer operator panel displays a message that asks you to remove the sheets from the puncher. The printer operator panel does not display the required actions step by step.
Page 196 Troubleshooting Illustration [119] Clear a paper jam Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 197 Troubleshooting Clear a paper jam Open the front door of the puncher. Check if the chip tray is not too full. Follow the steps in the table. Area Description Check the bypass: • Lift lever K1. • Check for jammed media in the bypass, the entrance guide (1) and the diverter (2).
Page 198 Troubleshooting Close K1, K2, K4 and K5. Close the front door of the puncher. Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 199: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Summary of the main specifications Item Specifications for 115 V Specifications for 230 V machines machines Supported media sizes Letter (8.5" x 11") A4 (210 mm x 297 mm) Supported media 20 lb. bond to 80 lb. cover 75 g/m²...
Page 200: Ip&F (Integrated Puncher & Folder)
Introduction iP&F (integrated Puncher & Folder) Introduction Introduction The puncher/folder (integrated Puncher & Folder) enables you to punch holes in and/or fold your documents. In this section, you can find details of the types of punching and folding that are possible. Puncher The number of holes you may punch depends on the puncher installed in your configu- ration:...
Page 201: Main Parts
Main parts Operating information Main parts Illustration [125] Main parts of the puncher/folder Description of the main parts Part Description Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 202 Main parts Part Description Puncher The puncher will be for 2 or 4 holes (A4 and A3 me- dia), or 2 or 3 holes (Letter and Ledger media), depend- ing upon the configuration ordered. Folding unit The folder can half-fold or z-fold your documents Waste box The waste box collects the paper chads that arise from the punching process.
Page 203: Output Locations
Output locations Output locations Introduction If a stack of folded sheets is too high, the stack will tilt. Therefore, the system limits the number of folded sheets per output location. How the system limits the output capacity depends on the folding method. Z-fold •...
Page 204 Output locations Half-fold Output capacity for half-folded sheets Stacker (number of sheets) Finisher (number of sheets) Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 205: Empty The Waste Box
Empty the waste box Empty the waste box Introduction The waste box contains the paper chips that result from the punching process. The waste box is located at the lower left-hand side of the puncher/folder (see ‘Main parts’ on page 201).
Page 206 Empty the waste box Close the front door of the puncher/folder. Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 207: Clear A Paper Jam
Clear a paper jam Clear a paper jam Introduction The puncher/folder has a very efficient and reliable paper jam recovery. When a paper jam occurs in the paper path of the puncher/folder, the operator panel displays the actions you must take to clear the paper jam. Error pages will be delivered to the top tray of the puncher/folder.
Page 208 Clear a paper jam Step Action Illustration Lower the green bracket to re- lease the folding unit. [128] Turn the folding unit backwards. [129] Clear a paper jam in the folding unit Step Action Remarks Check the upper rollers for jammed me- dia.
Page 209 Clear a paper jam Step Action Remarks Press the shaft located at the bottom of the folding unit to release the flap. [130] Slowly lower the flap with the rollers. Note: If you lower the flap too fast, the rollers may come loose. If they do, you can simply push them back into position.
Page 210 Clear a paper jam Finish the procedure Step Action Remarks Push the folding unit back into its original position. [133] Push the green bracket back to secure the folding unit. [134] Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 211 Clear a paper jam Step Action Remarks Push the folding unit back into the locked position. [135] Close the front door of the puncher/folder. Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 212: Operating Information
What is a folding shift and a folding skew? Operating information What is a folding shift and a folding skew? Introduction By default, the folder is adjusted to make a correct Z-fold. However, if you use different types of media you can adjust the Z-fold in two ways: •...
Page 213 What is a folding shift and a folding skew? Folding shift Folding skew It is possible for the fold line not to be If you want to change from a Z-fold to a exactly in the in the middle of the sheet. half-fold or visa versa, it is possible for the If you have a job that contains both fold- fold line not to be exactly straight and for...
Page 214 Adjust the folding skew Adjust the folding skew Introduction By default, the puncher/folder is set to Z-fold. If you switch to half-fold, it is possible for your sheets to show a folding skew. You can correct this folding skew using the knob underneath the left-hand top cover of the puncher/folder.
Page 215 Adjust the folding skew Adjust the folding skew Step Action Remarks Open the top covers of the puncher/folder [139] Sticker inside puncher/folder The black line at the left-hand side of the sticker indicates the default position. The sticker also indicates in which direction you should turn the knob to correct the skew.
Page 216 Adjust the folding skew Step Action Remarks Adjust the folding skew by turn- ing the knob. [140] If the skew is in this direction, turn the knob counter-clockwise. [141] If the skew is in this direction, turn the knob clockwise. Close the top covers of the puncher/folder.
Page 217 Adjust the folding shift Adjust the folding shift Introduction It can occur that the fold line is not exactly in the correct position. In that case, the folded output shows a folding shift. If you have a job that contains both folded and non- folded sheets, the result is that the folded sheets are slightly bigger than the non-folded sheets.
Page 218 Adjust the folding shift When Then Decrease the fold position 1 with half the folding shift Increase the fold position 1 with half the folding shift Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 219 Adjust the folding shift Corrections for Z-fold Step When Then You want to decrease the length of Increase fold position 2 with the de- the shaded part. sired length change. You want to increase the length of Decrease fold position 2 with the the shaded part.
Page 220 Adjust the folding shift Step When Then Decrease the fold position 1 and 2 with half the folding shift Increase the fold position 1 and 2 with half the folding shift Adjust the folding shift Go to the Settings Editor - 'Preferences' - 'Print job defaults' - 'Puncher/folder (iP&F)'. Click the pencil behind the individual settings to adjust the fold positions (in 0.1 mm increments): •...
Page 221: Puncher Replacement
Replace the puncher Puncher replacement Replace the puncher Introduction Please contact your supplier for a replacement puncher if the old one becomes worn out. This section describes how to remove the old puncher and install a new puncher. When to do Only replace a puncher when the printer is on hold.
Page 222 Replace the puncher Step Action Illustration Lower the green bracket to re- lease the folding unit. [149] Turn the folding unit backwards. [150] Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 223 Replace the puncher Replace the punch kit Step Action Remarks Loosen and remove the 4 screws of the puncher, and disconnect the connector. [151] Pull the puncher out. [152] Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 224 Replace the puncher Step Action Remarks Push the new puncher into place. Note: Use an alignment pin to ensure correct position- ing. [153] Fasten the 4 screws of the puncher and connect the connec- tor . [154] Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 225 Replace the puncher Finish the procedure Step Action Remarks Push the folding unit back in its original position. [155] Push the green tab back to secure the folding unit. [156] Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 226 Replace the puncher Step Action Remarks Push back the folding unit. [157] Close the front door of the puncher/folder. Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 227: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Main specifications Item Specifications Power supply 230 V, 50 Hz, single phase or 115 V, 60 Hz, single phase Dimensions H x D x W 1135 mm x 725 mm x 750 mm / 44.7" x 28.5" x 29.5" Weight 180 kg / 397 lbs.
Page 228 Specifications Item Specifications Fold speed Maintains print engine speed Folding methods Z-fold Half-fold Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 229: Form Assist Module
Form Assist Module Form Assist Module Form Assist Module Introduction The printer allows you to print on special media with irregular thickness. Examples of such media are media with glued-on (membership or bank) passes, folded media, or media with a slip attached. When you load a stack of special media with irregular thickness into the paper tray, the stack will tilt.
Page 230 Form Assist Module Paper input capacity Paper tray with Form Assist Paper tray without Form As- Module sist Module Paper with irreg- 100 - 200 20 - 50 ular thickness (number of sheets) Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 231: Easylift
EasyLift EasyLift EasyLift Introduction The EasyLift is a device that helps you to lift stacks of paper out of the stacker more eas- ily. The EasyLift is delivered with an 'Information sheet'. Warning: The maximum lifting weight is 15 kg / 33 lb. Caution: this is only a guideline, the amount may be lower/higher depending on your physical strength.
Page 232 EasyLift Media Number of sheets / weight in kg/lbs 100 sheets 500 sheets 1000 sheets 2000 sheets Letter (20 lbs) 0.5 kg / 1.0 2.3 kg / 5.0 4.5 kg / 10.0 9.1 kg / 20.0 Legal (20 lbs) 0.6 kg / 1.3 2.9 kg / 6.4 5.8 kg / 12.7 11.6 kg / 25.5...
Page 233: Remote Viewer
Remote viewer Remote viewer Remote viewer Introduction The Remote Viewer gives you an overview of the printer status. It also displays how long the printer can continue to print without operator intervention. The operator can see when intervention is needed, for example, when the printer runs out of paper. For confi- dentiality reasons, the viewer does not display job information.
Page 234 Remote viewer Specifications Recommended resolution of your comput- 640 x 480 pixels or higher er screen URL to access Remote viewer http://<printername>/remoteinfo Supported web browsers • Microsoft Internet Explorer 7+ • Firefox 3+ • Chrome • Safari Language As defined in your browser, as long as the printer supports this language Update frequency Every 5 seconds...
Page 235: 7" X 10" Statement Size Support
7" x 10" Statement Size Support 7" x 10" Statement Size Support 7" x 10" Statement Size Support Introduction The smallest media size that this machine supports is 203 x 203 mm / 7.9 x 7.9 inch. The 7" x 10" Statement Size Support device enables you to print on media with a size of 7 x 10 inches / 178 x 254 mm.
Page 236 7" x 10" Statement Size Support Action Illustration Flip the metal plates over to the right-hand side. Load the media. Flip the metal plates over to the left- hand side over the media. Close the paper tray Chapter 6 - Optional finishers and other devices...
Page 237: Keeping The Printer Running
Chapter 7 Keeping the printer run- ning...
Page 238: Add Toner
‘Check the status of the toner reservoirs’ on page 109. Caution: Only use the Océ VarioPrint 6000 toner. Caution: Never add more than 3 bottles at a time. The status bars of the toner indicators indicate the amount of bottles you are allowed to fill.
Page 239 Add toner Open the front door of the toner reservoir you want to fill. [163] Open the front doors Open the lid of the toner reservoir. Put the toner bottle into the opening of the toner reservoir. Note: The toner bottle only fits one way. When the toner bottle is empty, carefully tilt the toner bottle into the horizontal position.
Page 240: Finisher: Add Staples
Finisher: Add staples Finisher: Add staples Introduction The optional finisher ‘The output locations’ on page 33 on top of the stacker can staple your jobs. The finisher contains 2 staplers. Both staplers are located inside the finisher. Stapler 1 is located at the back side. Stapler 2 is located at the front side. This section describes how to add staples.
Page 241 Finisher: Add staples Press the striped release buttons at both sides of the cartridge holder to unlock the lower cover. [164] Press the 2 release buttons simultaneously The lower cover opens. [165] The lower cover opens Chapter 7 - Keeping the printer running...
Page 242 Finisher: Add staples Remove the empty staple cartridge in the opposite direction of the arrow. [166] Remove the staple cartridge Chapter 7 - Keeping the printer running...
Page 243 Finisher: Add staples Slide a new staple cartridge into the cartridge holder, in the direction of the arrow. [167] Place a new staple cartridge Chapter 7 - Keeping the printer running...
Page 244 Finisher: Add staples Push the staple cartridge into the cartridge holder until the cartridge clicks into place. [168] Firmly push the staple cartridge into the holder Chapter 7 - Keeping the printer running...
Page 245 Finisher: Add staples Remove the paper ribbon that secures the staples in the staple cartridge. [169] Remove the paper ribbon Close the lower cover. Place the cartridge holder in the stapler. Close the doors and covers Hold cover E5 while you unlock E6. Close cover E5.
Page 246: Stacker/Stapler (Imfs): Replace The Staple Cartridge
Stacker/stapler (iMFS): Replace the staple cartridge Stacker/stapler (iMFS): Replace the staple cartridge Introduction The optional stacker/stapler (see ‘The output locations’ on page 33) contains 1 stapler that can put 1 or 2 staples into a document. This section describes how to replace the staple cartridge.
Page 247: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Introduction The main types of possible errors are the following. • Errors that relate to the machine • Errors that relate to the jobs • Toner problems that relate to the use of fiber-rich media. This section gives an overview of the possible errors and the solutions to these errors. Note: Only operators who received the special maintenance training are allowed to replace or clean parts and solve paper jams in the process units.
Page 248 Troubleshooting Error Solution Additional information Unit recondi- Follow the instructions After an error was solved, the machine tioning on the operator panel. checks if the print job can continue from the point where the printing stopped. When you use cyclic media, you must probably remove a couple of sheets.
Page 249 Troubleshooting Toner pollution problem Solution • Toner pollution on the first Change the 'Paper quality' setting from 'Nor- sheets after the automatic black mal' to 'Low' (see ‘Change the Paper quality ’ image cleaning procedure. on page 133). • Use the 'Paper quality test' to determine if this new setting is the right cleaning mode for this media.
Page 250 Troubleshooting Toner pollution problem Solution A combination of the above pol- • Change the 'Paper quality' setting from 'Nor- lutions. mal' to 'Low' (see ‘Change the Paper quality ’ on page 133). • Use the 'Paper quality test' to determine if this new setting is the right cleaning mode for this media.
Page 251: Appendix A Miscellaneous
Appendix A Miscellaneous...
Page 252: Product Specifications
Product specifications Product specifications Note: The media specifications in the following table are based on plain paper of 80 g/m² or 20 lb bond. Overview of the main product specifications Product specifications Item Specification Technology Océ Gemini Instant Duplex technology Print speed (2-sided) Océ...
Page 253 Short edge: 203 mm - 320 mm Stapling capacity • Finisher: 100 sheets • Stacker/stapler: 80 sheets. You can set a value from 30 - 80 in the Settings Editor application Toner Océ VarioPrint 6000 toner Appendix A - Miscellaneous...
Page 254 Product specifications Item Specification Resolution • 1200 dpi • 180 lpi Warm-up time < 12 minutes Network connectivity 10/100 Mbit and 1 Gbit Ethernet Network protocols • TCP/IP • • Higher level protocols • LPR/LPD for job submission • Socket printing •...
Page 255 Index Index Capacity Input ............252 1-Sided printing Output ..........203, 252 1-Sided printing ..........84 Change 2-Sided printing Check first set ..........78 2-Sided printing ..........84 ..........85, 170 Image shift Language ............126 Media .............94 Number of sets ..........77 Number of staples ...........90 Toner ............238 Offset stacking ..........87...
Page 256 Index TCP/IP ............136 Inspect ............191 Test TCP/IP connection ......136 Install ............189 Content of the manuals Lubricate the felt oil pad .......194 Content of the manuals ........17 Lubricate the punch pins ......194 Contradiction handling Lubricate the shoulder bolts and springs ..194 Contradiction handling ........76 Remove...
Page 257 Index Output ............91 Fold the output Fold the output ..........93 Folding shift Folding shift ..........212 Change number of sets ........77 Adjust ............217 Change the media ...........94 Folding skew Change the number of staples ......90 Folding skew ..........212 Check the first set ...........78 Form Assist Module Give priority...
Page 258 Index Link speed and connection type ....136 Media catalog ........139, 141 Load media Media handling Load media .............47 Description ..........141 Media message Schedule view ..........49 Local key operator settings General ............172 Local key operator settings ......136 Tray-to-media mode ........174 Setup section ..........119 Tray-to-tray mode ........173...
Page 259 Index Dashboard ............40 Paper tray icons ..........97 Hold key ............29 Supported .............252 Jobs button .............29 Power modes Main components ...........28 Power modes ..........20 Release key .............29 Power switch Schedule button ..........29 Power switch ..........20 System button ..........29 Pre-printed Trays button ...........29 Low temperature mode .........130...
Page 260 Index Rename Toner ............108 Printer software ..............82 Replace staple cartridge of stacker/stapler Version ............136 Priority for a job Replace staple cartridge of stacker/stapler ..246 Reprint a job Priority for a job ..........65 Product specifications Reprint a job ..........64 Reset day counters Product specifications ........252 Proof...
Page 261 Index Staple cartridges View settings ..........136 Setup section Staple cartridges ...........111 Stapler icons Setup section ..........119 Stapler icons ..........111 Advanced media settings .......119 Staples Intermediate check print ......119 Staples ............90 Job name truncation ........119 Finisher ............240 Language ............119 Stacker/stapler ..........246 Local key operator settings ......119 Status...
Page 262 Index System settings Media .............95 Date and time ..........136 Transaction setups System of measurement ........136 Transaction setups ........175 Tray Time zone ............136 System view Load media .............47 Trays button Maintenance section ........114 Media section ..........139 Operator panel ..........29 Trays view Printer section ..........107 Overview...
Page 263 Index Check and print ...........122 Function ............121 Job by job .............122 Manual planning ..........122 Standard ............122 Unattended ..........122...
Page 264 2006-2011Océ. Illustrations and specifications do not necessarily apply to products and services offered in each local market. Technical specifications are subject to change without prior notice. Trademarks mentioned in this document are the property of their respective owners. For more information visit us at: www.oce.com 07-2011...

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