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MUTOH Falcon Outdoor 46 User Manual

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Falcon Outdoor 46/62
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  • Page 1 USER'S GUIDE Eco-Solvent Inkjet Printer Falcon Outdoor 46/62 AP-75046...

  • Page 3: User Guide

    USER GUIDE Falcon Outdoor46/62 Eco-Solvent Inkjet Printer Mutoh America Inc. 2507 W. Erie Dr. Suite 103 Tempe, AZ 85282 United States Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 4 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 5 • Use separate power supply circuits for your receiver and this product # Trademarks mentioned in this manual • MUTOH, Falcon Outdoor, MH-GL, MH-GL/2, MH-RTL and RTL-PASS are trademarks or product names of MUTOH Industries Ltd. • HP, HP-GL, HP-GL/2, HP-RTL are trademarks or product names of Hewlett- Packard Inc.
  • Page 6 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 7: Introduction

    Introduction Dear Customer, Mutoh's new Falcon Outdoor high-resolution drop-on-demand piezo electric outdoor inkjet printer series consists of two models. The printer use a newly developed eco-solvent ink. Inks are offered in six colours. This User Guide deals with printer installation and operation methods as well as usage precautions.
  • Page 8 • An explanation of a matter that is useful for you to know or that may affect the printing result. You should read this and bear it in mind. REFERENCE • A reference to where further useful detailed information is available. Refer to this if necessary. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 9: Using The Printer

    • Don't tilt or shake the printer when you move it. This may cause the ink to spill or the mechanism to malfunction. If tilting is unavoidable, contact your local Mutoh dealer. • Don't wipe the printer with thinners or benzene.
  • Page 10 • Don't move the head while the hold lever is up. The head may touch the media keeper blade. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 11: Table Of Contents

    Using Pre- and Post-Heater Making a Test Print Connecting the Interface Cable To Receive Data from the Computer Input Port Online Set-up Command Set-up (User Settings) Printing the Setup Lists Making a Manual Cut Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 12 To use colour effectively To check the status of the printer To use another type of ink To check printer set-up Explanation of Functions Understanding the Functions Command Settings Function Settings Centronics Settings Network Settings Utility Settings Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 13 Media Cut Copy Ink Density Distance Adjustment Centronics Settings Mode Timing Network Settings IP Address Utility Settings Error Display Initial : All Initial : Command Initial : Function Initial : Centronics Initial : Network Dump Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 14 It prints but the position is not right (There are places that cannot be printed) Media jams occur frequently Roll paper is not cut cleanly Ink initial filling fails Ink does not appear even after initial filling Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 15 White and black bands appear in printing Printed lines do not join Periodical Maintenance Appendix Printer Specifications Interface Specifications Centronics Interface Specifications (Bi-directional Parallel Interface : IEEE1284 Compatible) Network Interface (option) Specifications List of Optional and supply Items Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 16 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 17: Before Using The Printer

    Before Using the Printer This section lists matters that must be attended to before the printer is used. Usage Environment PAGE Names of Parts PAGE Control Panel Names PAGE Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 18: Usage Environment

    35% to 80% (50% to 60% for assured printing accuracy) with no condensation Variation rate: Not more than 5˚C per hour) Leave at least 1 m in front, at the rear and at the sides. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 19: Names Of Parts

    Front Paper Front Paper Guide Guide Waste Bottle Waste Bottle Control Box Take-up System Control Box Take-up System Cartridge Cover 6 Ink Slots Rear Paper Guide Waste Bottle Scroller Scroller Adjusting Scroller Screw Slip Ring Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 20: Control Panel Names

    High Quality LED (Green) Roll Media LED (Green) Normal LED (Green) Sheet Media LED (Green) High Speed LED (Green) MEDIA WEIGHT key RESOLUTION key Standard LED (Orange) Low LED (Green) Thin LED (Green) High LED (Green) Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 21: Control Panel Names

    Receiving Status Process stops Process Status Buffer is cleared Printing Status Print is cancelled, buffer is cleared, printed part is cut-off. To request a sheet-off, press cancel for 2 seconds and confirm with [ENTER]. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 22: Falcon Outdoor 46/62 User Guide (Ap-75046)

    When pressed together with [SHIFT] key (9) outputs the Test Print. Go to the Next menu option, or increase a parameter value when in menu-mode operation. The LED indication is also influenced by data coming from the RIP/driver software. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 23 Accept a new setting when in menu mode or enter a lower menu level. Menu Mode Operation : The Menu Mode Operation is used to change printer settings and parameters. Menu Mode related buttons are enclosed in the yellow area. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 24 When pressed together with the [shift] key (9) it allows forward manual roll feed. 11. Liquid Cristal Display : 16 characters LCD display which displays messages, shows settings / values and allows menu-wise control. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 25 · Panel set up from the printer is only possible when no printing data or processing data is sent to the printer. · In menu mode operation, the shift key functions are not available. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 26 Set temperature for the rear heater. Real (RT) and set (ST) temperature are displayed on the LCD screen. The maximum temperature is 50 °C. By pushing the buttons you can select an appropriate temperature. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 27: Preparing For Printing

    PAGE Using Pre- and Post heater PAGE Making a Test Print PAGE Connecting the Interface Cable PAGE To Receive Data from the Computer PAGE Printing the Setup List PAGE Making a Manual Cut PAGE Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 28: What's In The Box

    · 2 media scrollers (2” / 3”) including plastic flanges · 1 Sheet-off knife, pre-installed in head · In-the-box RIP software · Scroller Slip Ring Accessories kit consisting of: Power cable · · User’s Guide · Extra Box with Roll Take-Up System Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 29: Assembling The Stand

    (1), and 2 long hexagon bolts to secure the cross bar (2). Make sure the caster wheels are on the front. After securing the bolts permanently, put on the two plastic side covers. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 30 Fasten the left end plate temporarily with 2 bolts + washers (use a 3 mm hex key) onto the bracket. Push the endplate as much as possible to the upper side of the leg assembly, so you can easily screw the printer body onto the stand. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 31 Fasten the right end plate temporarily with 2 bolts + washers (use a 3 mm hex key) onto the bracket. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 32 Assembling the Stand Push the endplate as much as possible to the upper side of the leg assembly, so you can easily screw the printer body onto the stand. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 33: Assembling The Printer

    Side Section Rear Paper Front Guide Paper Guide 3, 6 2, 7 Top View Front Paper Guide Rear Paper Guide 5 Scroller Support Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 34 (see step 2 & 3) firmly with the hex key. Step 2 : The sensor assembly should be mounted on the right side of the stand. Take the sensor bracket and put it through the outer slothole of the sensor assy. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 35 Caution: · Take care not to drop the wing screw inside the printer body. Should it fall in, do not boot up your printer until the wing screw has been safely removed. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 36 Install the Waste Bottle (2 screws). Do not forget to connect the connector and the waste tubes. Step 6: After setting up the printer, wheel it to the desired location and lock the caster wheels. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 37: Connecting The Power Cable / Disconnect Device

    · To this end, wait for at least five seconds to switch the printer on again. disconnect device · The is the plug on the power supply cord. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 38: Ink Cartridge Precautions

    • Once you have worked with Eco-Solvent inks, it is forbitten to change to another ink type. • Prints are UV- and water-resistant for up to three years outdoors, when using Eco-Solvent ink. Lamination is required for heavy-duty applications. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 39 • Only genuine ink cartridges can be used. They also need to be turned in the proper direction for insertion. Make sure not to confuse the direction and place for insertion. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 40: Loading The Ink Cartridges

    The printer starts up its initialization routine and the printer display shows the following message: [Y M C K O G] No cartridge Y: Yellow M: Magenta C: Cyan K: Black O: Orange or Light Cyan G: Green or Light Magenta Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 41 The cleaning period is approximately 10 minutes. Step 6 : Remove the cleaning cassettes after ending the cleaning cycle. Step 7 : Insert 6 ink Eco-Solvent cassettes one by one, respecting the order shown in the Step 8: illustration below. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 42 · Slots 5 and 6 however are NOT CODED. Please check carefully not to put the ink cassettes into an incorrect slot. All RIP software drivers developed according to Mutoh guidelines require: Slot 5 to contain: Light Cyan or Orange Slot 6 (leftmost slot) to contain: Light Magenta or Green ·...
  • Page 43 If the ink replenish does not commence after several head cleaning cycles, contact your dealer. · If the display shows “not original ink” please contact your ink supplier and make sure to get original Mutoh Falcon Outdoor ink. B. Installing Ink Cassettes. Step 1: The power switch is located at the right side of the printer, below the printer body.
  • Page 44 · Slots 5 and 6 however are NOT CODED. Please check carefully not to put the ink cassettes into an incorrect slot. All RIP software drivers developed according to Mutoh guidelines require: Slot 5 to contain: Light Cyan or Orange Slot 6 (leftmost slot) to contain: Light Magenta or Green ·...
  • Page 45 If the ink replenish does not commence after several head cleaning cycles, contact your dealer. · If the display shows “not original ink” please contact your ink supplier and make sure to get original Mutoh Falcon Outdoor ink. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 46: Specify The Type Of Media

    For standard media CAUTION • Be careful. A paper jam will be caused and the head may be damaged if thin media is loaded in the printer and thin media is not selected at the panel. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 47 Photo quality output on photo paper type Thick media or media with fibres (Fabrics) media which may touch the printhead during (Mutoh Photo Great Piezo Media, Paper, printing. Vinyl, Synthetic paper,…) (Canvas, Art Paper, Cardboard,…) Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 48: Loading The Media

    • Don't use media that is creased, blemished, torn or curled. • Problems caused by using media other than that specified by Mutoh will not be covered by warranty. Always use cut media or roll media specified by Mutoh • Temperature and humidity suitable for printing are shown below.

  • Page 49: Loading Cut Media

    5 mm away from the right edge of the media and the right edge of the media is within 5 mm to the left or right of the guide line (holes). Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 50 P l o t Step 7 Removing the media To remove the media, open the cover and put the hold lever up, then remove the media without touching the media keeper blade. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 51 The lever can not be put up if the head is not in the stand-by position. • Don't move the head while the hold lever is up. The head may contact the media keeper blade. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 52: Loading Roll Media

    Finally the printer will report a media search error. Step 3: Take your roll of media. Step 4: Remove the movable flange from the scroller by pulling it off. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 53 · Do not drop the media roll over the scroller as this might damage the scroller end caps. · All Mutoh recommended roll media are rolled up with the printable side facing the outside, so that you can load the roll media easily.
  • Page 54 · Pull out the media at the front side and make sure at least 0.5 meters hangs out in front of the printer. Caution: · When you load roll media from the back, be careful not to hurt yourself by touching the pressure roll system. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 55 (when standing in front of the printer). · Turn the scroller receiver screw clockwise to move the roll media to the left (when standing in front of the printer). Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 56 · If the roll media has not been fed straight or incorrectly, messages such as, “media error” or “media jam error” are shown on the display. If this is the case, reload the media following the instructions above. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 57 Remove the roll media by gently pushing the roll media off the scroller via the moveable flange side. At no times drop the scroller end-caps on the floor as this might damage the scroller end-caps and reduce media tracking or loading problems. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 58: Loading Media In Combination With The Roll Take-Up System

    Take an empty cardboard core. Slide the empty cardboard roll over the scroller of the roll take-up system. Note : Notice that one flange is fixed. A warning sticker is attached near the flange. Do not remove this flange. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 59 Do not drop the media roll over the scroller as this might damage the scroller end caps. Damaged end caps may cause media tracking problems. All Mutoh recommended roll media are rolled up with the printable · side facing the outside, so that you can load the roll media easily.
  • Page 60 Slide the scroller (left side) into the scroller receiver, as shown in the illustration. Push the scroller (Right side – movable flange side) down into the right scroller receiver. You will notice it dropping nicely into place. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 61 Pull out the media at the front side and make sure at least 0.5 meters hangs out in front of the printer. Caution : When you load roll media from the back, be careful not to hurt yourself by touching the pressure roller system. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 62 (when standing in front of the printer). · Turn the scroller receiver screw clockwise to move the roll media to the left (when standing in front of the printer). Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 63 “Stuck Media error” or “Take out paper” are shown on the display. If this is the case, reload the media following the instructions mentioned above. Step 14 : In the MENU “Function” of your printer, set media cut to OFF. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 64 If you want to sheet off the print push the cancel button for 2 seconds and confirm the sheet-off request. If you want to wind up or wind off your print you can do this via the forward / reverse button. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 65: Using Pre- And Post-Heater

    Depending on the use of media, it is possible that media starts to curl. If this is the case, lower the temperature. Important : Depending on the use of media, it is possible that media starts to curl. If this is the case, lower the temperature. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 66: Making A Test Print

    [shift] key. (Test print: pale blue) Test print sample (paste your test print on this page) NOTE • If you are unable to make a test print like the above sample, contact your local Mutoh dealer. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 67: Connecting The Interface Cable

    NOTE • For optimum output, please use a cable recommended by Mutoh. If some other cable is to be used, select one by refer- ring to "Centronics (Bi-directional Parallel Interface: IEEE1284 compatible) Specifications" on page 213.

  • Page 68: To Receive Data From The Computer

    There are two types of online-related settings: Centronics settings with respect to the computer and Centronics connection, and network settings with respect to the computer and network connection. Settings at the time of shipping by Mutoh Centronics Settings Network Settings (option: empty) Mode Bitronics IP address 192.034.043.015...

  • Page 69: Command Set-Up (User Settings)

    Command Set-up (User Settings) NOTE • If values other than those set at the time of shipping from Mutoh are used, be sure to refer to "Centronics Settings" on page 136 or "Network Settings" on page 138. Command Set-up (User Settings) Each user will specify the online commands from the computer and the com- mand conditions.

  • Page 70: Printing The Setup Lists

    Step 5 The setup sheet is printed. IMPORTANT • Since this setting detail sheet will be needed for future mainte- nance and repair, paste the completed print on this page. Sample Print of Setup List Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 71: Making A Manual Cut

    Step 4 Use a cutter to cut the media along the cutter guide. Cutter Cutter Guide Step 5 Press the [ENTER] key on the control P l o t panel Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 72 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 73: Direct Access Keys

    High Quality Printing, Normal Printing, High Speed Printing PAGE Head Cleaning PAGE Cutting the Media PAGE Making a Test Print and Setup List PAGE Media Feed PAGE Reverse Media Feed PAGE Fine Adjustment of Print Quality PAGE Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 74: Specifying The Media To Be Used

    • Ink drying times differ according to the type of media. 30 sec- onds is specified for Falcon Outdoor printers when shipped by Mutoh but this needs to be specified to correspond to the media. The ink drying time specifies the period from the end of printing until the media is fed out (and roll media is cut) in order to allow the ink to dry.

  • Page 75: Specifying The Resolution

    1440 dpi, then the Low LED will be lit and the setting will change to 360 dpi. : Lit : Not lit Resolution Resolution Resolution For 360 dpi For 720 dpi For simulated 1440 dpi Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 76 1440 dpi but the printing time is longer than at 360 dpi. • If high resolution image data such as 720 dpi or 600 dpi is printed at 360 dpi, it may not be possible to obtain adequate printing results. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 77: High Quality Printing, Normal Printing, High Speed Printing

    Step 2 When the printing mode changes, the LED of the selected mode changes to lit. : Lit : Not lit For high quality mode For normal mode For high speed mode Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 78: Head Cleaning

    • If several cleaning do not eliminate the faintness or lack of detail, refer to "When trouble strikes" and carry out the meas- ures and then contact your local Mutoh dealer. • Make sure the hold lever is down before pressing the [CLEAN- ING] key.

  • Page 79: Cutting The Media

    Make sure that roll media is loaded and data is not being received or processed. (DATA LED is not lit.) Step 2 Press the [CANCEL] key. Step 3 Roll media is fed then cut. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 80: Making A Test Print And A Setup List Print

    For the Setting details print, press the [Setup Print] key (VACUUM key) while you are pressing the [Shift] key. Step 3 The Test print or Setup List print are output automatically. Sample of Setup List print Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 81: Media Feed

    [Media Feed] key (MENU, Menu Down key) while pressing the [Shift] key to feed the media until the printing surface is clean. Then use the [CANCEL] key to cut off the dirty media. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 82: Reverse Media Feed

    Release the [Shift] key and [Resolution] key when the roll media has been fed to the desired position. Important : Before using the reverse media feed option be sure the media is dry. Otherwise, the outprint could get damaged. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 83: Fine Adjustment Of Print Quality

    Up key) while you are pressing the [Shift] key. Step 2 The accracy adjustment plot is printed A c c u r . A d j P l o t automatically. Sample Accuracy Adjustment Plot Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 84 Step 8 Press [ENTER] key to confirm the P a t t e r n C : value specified for pattern C. Step 9 Permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 85 • Unless the exclusive media specified by Mutoh is used, the ink may run and proper adjustment will not be possible. Exclusive media specified by Mutoh should be used for printing quality adjustment.
  • Page 86 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 87: Menus

    Menus In this section, we give a summary explanation about menus for the practical use of the printer functions. Menu mode Operation PAGE Menu Structure PAGE Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 88: Menu Mode Operation

    N e t w o r k > to network settings [Menu Down] [Menu Up] [ENTER] * M e n u * U t i l i t y > to utility settings [Menu Down] Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 89 * If the set-up is complete, press the [Menu Up] key. If there is no key opera- tion in Menu setting mode for 3 minutes, Direct access key input standby (permanent display) is restored. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 90: Menu Levels

    C e n t r o > Mode Centro / Bitro Timing A-B / B-A * M e n u * N e t w o r k > IP Address 000.000.000.000 to 192.034.043.015 to 255.255.255.255 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 91 Functi. OK / No Centro OK / No Network OK / No Dump Start-End / All (cancel with [CANCEL] key Wash Clean Normal / Powerful Fill Yes / No Ink Change Yes / No Maintenance Rec. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 92 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 93: When You Want To Do This

    It asks the questions and then tells you on which page of which User Guide you can find the answers. When You Want to Do This PAGE Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 94: To Use Roll Media Efficiently

    Page 107 Page 138 If I want to print faster Change the interface con- without reducing reso- nection (from Centronics lution or quality? to Network) Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 95: To Improve Printing Quality

    [MENU] key while you are pressing the [Shift] key and cut the roll media by pressing the [CANCEL] key. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 96: To Place Printed Output In A Specified Position

    Set “Mirror” for the user Page 104 Page 127 reversed data? number you want to change. If I want to (re)nest my Use the "Origin Reset" Page 102 Page 121 print data? combined with the back- ward feed. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 97: To Use Colour Effectively

    To use another type of ink Question Answer Explanation Operation Page 109 Page 159 If I want to change the Use “Ink Change” to chan- type of ink? ge to another ink type Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 98: To Check Printer Set-Up

    Page 147 original factory “Network” under “Initial” Function settings? in “Utility” settings. If I want to restore all Initial “All” under “Initial” Page 108 Page 141 of the printer's original in “Utility” settings factory settings? Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 99: Explanation Of Functions

    Explanation of Functions This section explains the content of each function in detail and gives the page number for you to look it up easily in the User Guide. Understanding the Functions PAGE Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 100: Understanding The Functions

    This specifies the commands and conditions that are trans- ferred from the computer. The following commands are sup- ported: • RTL-PASS: • MH-GL, GL2 (MH-RTL): Mutoh MH-GL/MH-GL/2 (MH-RTL) commands (conform to Hewlett- Packard HP-GL, HP-GL/2 (HP-RTL) commands) • MH-GL2 (MH-RTL):...

  • Page 101: Position Page

    This specifies functions related to the printer's own environ- ment. Specifies the method for controlling the overwritten por- tions of a diagram. • Last: Overwritten portion takes a colour to be printed later • Mix: Overwritten portion takes mixed colours Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 102: Origin Reset

    Understanding the Functions Command Settings Reference Name of Function Page Origin Reset Page 121 Allows manual nesting when combined with backward feed. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 103: Function Settings

    K MH-GL/MH-GL2 Black must be K ink Black must be CMY mixed Scale Page 126 This function prints with expanded or reduced printing data • 25% to 100% to 400% (in 1% steps) Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 104 Command MAX - MIN Printing Area Printing Area Direction of feed Media size specified by command Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 105: Cut Position

    Series A media recognized Standard Cut Position by loading A1 roll media A3 Printable Area Area specified by page size command A3 Standard Size Printing Area Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 106 If there is no setting, the length and width of the previously printed docu- ment is displayed. The distance adjustment is for adjusting to the user's scale, not for ensuring distance precision. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 107: Centronics Settings

    Sets up IP address for the network connection (Ethernet). Enter the IP address assigned by your network administrator After making the setting, turn the printer off momentarily and restart it. • 000.000.000.000 to 192.034.043.015 to 255.255.255.255 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 108: Utility Settings

    Restores the backed up function settings to the values set when shipped by Mutoh. • OK: The backed up function settings are restored to the fac- tory settings • No: Factory settings are not restored Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 109 Starts a NORMAL cleaning. • Powerful: Starts a POWERFUL cleaning. Fill Page 157 Starts a Ink Fill sequence (ink from cassettes to heads) Yes/No Ink Change Page 159 • Starts Ink Change procedure (No / Yes) Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046) •...
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  • Page 111: How To Set Parameters

    PAGE 124 CMY -> Black PAGE 125 Scale PAGE 126 Mirror PAGE 127 Direction PAGE 128 Cut Position PAGE 129 Media Cut PAGE 130 Copy PAGE 131 Ink Density PAGE 132 Distance Adjustment PAGE 133 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 112 Utility Settings: Initial PAGE 141 Command PAGE 143 Function PAGE 145 Centronics PAGE 147 Network PAGE 149 Utility Settings: Dump PAGE 151 Wash PAGE 153 Clean PAGE 156 Fill PAGE 157 Ink Change PAGE 159 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 113: Command Settings

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C o m m a n d > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 8 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 114: Plot Area

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C o m m a n d > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 115: Position

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C o m m a n d > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 116: Terminator

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C o m m a n d > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 117: Resolution

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C o m m a n d > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 118: Online Timer

    [Back] key. Step 8 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C o m m a n d > utes or press [Back] key again. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 119 Command Settings: Online Timer Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 120: Overwrite

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C o m m a n d > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 121: Origin Reset

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C o m m a n d > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 122: Ink Dry Time

    Dry Time" and shift to the next item to be set. Step 7 If no other items are to be changed, H a l f t o n e : S p e e d press the [Back] key. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 123 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 124: Halftone

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 125 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 126: Scale

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 127: Mirror

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 128: Direction

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 129: Cut Position

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 130: Media Cut

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 131: Copy

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 132: Ink Density

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 133: Distance Adjustment

    Data". the value that is displayed becomes the currently set value. If no setting is to be made, it will be the width of the previously printed docu- ment. An underline shows the digit to be altered. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 134 Step 14 Set the value of the digit in the meas- R e a l 0 0 8 0 0 . 2 0 ured value by pressing the [VALUE +] or [VALUE -] key. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 135 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * F u n c t i o n > utes or press [Back] key again Step 18 The permanent display is restored P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 136: Mode

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C e n t r o > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 137: Timing

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * C e n t r o > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 138: Network Settings

    "255". Step 7 Press the [ENTER] key to confirm the 1 9 2 -> 1 6 8 . 0 4 3 . 0 1 5 second address and shift to the third address. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 139 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * N e t w o r k > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 14 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 140: Error Display

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * U t i l i t y > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 141: Initial : All

    "OK". Step 9 Press the [ENTER] key to confirm I n i t i a l A l l : "Initial All" and shift to to the next item to be set. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 142 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * U t i l i t y > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 13 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 143: Initial : Command

    Step 9 Press the [ENTER] key to confirm I n i t i a l C o m m a n d O K "Initial Command" and shift to the next item to be set. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 144 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * U t i l i t y > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 13 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 145: Initial : Function

    Step 9 Press the [ENTER] key to confirm I n i t i a l F u n c t i . O K "Initial Function" and shift to the next item to be set. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 146 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * U t i l i t y > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 13 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 147: Initial : Centronics

    Step 9 Press the [ENTER] key to confirm I n i t i a l C e n t r o : O K "Initial Centronics" and shift to the next item to be set. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 148 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * U t i l i t y > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 13 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 149: Initial : Network

    Step 9 Press the [ENTER] key to confirm I n i t i a l N e t w o r k O K "Initial Network" and shift to the next item to be set. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 150 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * U t i l i t y > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 13 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 151: Dump

    M o d e [CANCEL] key. Step 9 Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * U t i l i t y > utes or press [Back] key again. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 152 Utility Settings: Dump Step 10 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 153: Wash

    C h a n g e T a n k ? Up] key or [Menu Down] key. Step 9 Press the [ENTER] key to confirm C h a n g e T a n k ? Y e s waste box replaced. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 154 C h a n g e T a n k ? Y e s waste box replaced. Step 18 Ink filling begins automatically when [ 6 5 Y M C K ] N o C h a r g e ink cartridges are installed. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 155 Utility Settings: Wash Step 19 When ink filling is finished, the perma- P l o t nent display is restored. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 156: Clean

    Do not press any other keys for 3 min- * M e n u * U t i l i t y > utes or press [Back] key again. Step 9 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 157: Fill

    Press the [VALUE +] or [VALUE -] key F i l l : to select to "No" or "Yes". Step 6 Press the [ENTER] key to confirm the cleaning cycle. F i l l : Y e s Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 158 R e f i l l I n k R e f i l l I n k R e f i l l Step 8 The permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 159: Ink Change

    I n k C h a n g e : Y e s to select to "Yes" and press ENTER. Step 6 Empty the waste ink bottles. C h a n g e W a s t e I n k Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 160 "YES" and press ENTER. Step 15 Press the [VALUE +] or [VALUE -] key C o n f i r m C h a n g e Y e s to select "YES" and press ENTER. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 161 R e f i l l I n k R e f i l l I n k R e f i l l Step 18 P l o t After filling, the display will show the folowing message. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 162: Accuracy Adjustment Plot

    Step 2 The accuracy adjustment plot is print- A c c u r . A d j P l o t ed automatically. Move to Step 3 when the accuracy adjustment plot is finished. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 163 Step 8 Press [ENTER] key to confirm the P a t t e r n C : value specified for pattern C. Step 9 Permanent display is restored. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 164 A to pattern C. No adjustments will be made if the [ENTER] key is pressed before the end. • If the cancel key is pressed during fine adjustment printing or it is interrupted by raising the hold lever, there will be no input display screen. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 165: Installation Of Options

    Installation of Options In this section we explain about installing the optional network interface board and extended memory. Network Interface Board Installation PAGE 166 Memory Extension PAGE 168 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 166: Network Interface Board Installation

    Step 2 Insert the optional interface board into the slot as shown in the diagram. When the interface board has reached the back, push it again to ensure it is pushed fully back. Interface Board Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 167 Connect a Category 5 Ethernet cable compatible with both 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX to the connector on the interface board. Connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to the 10BASE-T or 100BASE-TX network hub. 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Compatible Ethernet Cable (Category 5) Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 168: Memory Extension

    The optional memory chip to be added should be inserted in slot 2 on the lower right of the board with the nicked end of the chip at the right hand end of the slot. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 169 Memory Extension Slot 2 Additional Memory Nicked End Slot 1 (already in use) Step 3 Return the board box to its original position. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 170 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 171: Details Of The Display

    Printer Status Display PAGE 172 Messaged Errors and Countermeasures PAGE 174 Data error Display and Countermeasures PAGE 177 Command Error Display and Countermeasures PAGE 178 Errors Requiring a Restart PAGE 180 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 172: Printer Status Display

    C o n v e r t [ P o r t 1 ] begin after the data has been processed. Printing in progress Processed data is being printed. P r i n t i n g Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 173 Heater running situation When the fans of the printer stops running H e a t e r S t a n d b y for two minutes, the Heater System enters sleep status (saving energy). Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 174: Messaged Errors And Countermeasures

    Reload the media. Media replacement error Roll media cutting failed. Cut the P a p e r C u t E r r o r media, raise the hold lever and reload the media. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 175 The type of ink cartridges was I n k C h a n g e changed (from dye to pigment or from pigment to dye) during cleaning or ink filling. Replace with original cartridge type. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 176 In this case the beeper gives three long beeps. Printing continues but the result can not be guaranteed. Since the required memory size is displayed, you should consider extending the memory. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 177: Data Error Display And Countermeasures

    An error occurred when the network N e t w . I n i t . E r r interface board was installed. The net- work interface board may be faulty. Replace the network interface board. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 178: Command Error Display And Countermeasures

    An invalid parameter follows the com- M H 0 3 E r r o r [ mand. Undefined character set A non-existent character set has been M H 0 4 E r r o r [ selected. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 179 E r r o r [ buffer has overflowed. NOTE • In each case, first check that the command modes of the com- puter and printer are compatible. Refer to your computer manu- al for computer settings. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 180: Errors Requiring A Restart

    X t i m e o u t tion has occurred. Carriage imposition timeout An error with the carriage imposition E 0 7 2 E r r Y t i m e o u t has occurred. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 181 C P U E r r [ 3 5 ] occurred. NOTE • In the case of a Sensor detection error, NVRAM error or Sum- check error, switch on the power again. If the error persists, contact your MUTOH local dealer. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 182: Errors Requiring Restart That Involve The Cpu System

    C P U E r r [ 0 6 ] the CPU. Bus exception error A bus exception error has occurred in E 0 1 6 C P U E r r [ 0 7 ] the CPU. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 183 An abort error has occurred in the E 0 1 6 C P U E r r [ 3 3 ] CPU. NOTE • In each case, switch off, wait 10 seconds and switch on. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 184: Errors Requiring Restart That Involve The Heater System

    Rear Left Temperature Sensor Sensor error An error has occurred in the Front Left E r r : F L R R T . s e n s o r and Rear Right Temperature Sensor Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 185 H e a t e r s S t o p not be reach. All heaters stop. NOTE • In the case of a Sensor detection error, switch on the power again. If the error persists, contact your MUTOH local dealer. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 186 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 187: Daily Maintenance

    Switching Inks PAGE 192 Replacing the Cutter PAGE 196 Replacing Waste Liquid Absorbent Sheet (Waste Ink Bottle) PAGE 198 Cleaning the Cleaning Wiper PAGE 200 When Trouble Strikes PAGE 202 Periodical Maintenance PAGE 210 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 188: Cleaning The Printer

    • For stubborn soiling that resists wiping, use a lint-free cloth moistened with alcohol. Any scraps of paper clinging to the platen and cutter groove should be wiped off from right to left with a damp cloth. Platen Cutter Groove Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 189 "Jam check error". Use a cotton swab to clean dust and paper scraps from the cover of the media sensor at the rear. Bend the swab as shown in the diagram. Media Sensor Cover Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 190 Cleaning the Printer IMPORTANT • Progressive soiling affects the sensitivity of the sensors and may cause media to be detected even when no media is loaded. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 191: Replacing Ink Cartridges

    Step 3 Insert the new cartridge in the slot at the back of the printer. Step 4 Check that the permanent message has been restored in message display section. P l o t Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 192: Switching Inks

    InkChange : Bring up the “InkChange” item by pressing the [Menu up] key or [Menu Down] key. Step 5 : InkChange : Press the [Value/+] or [Value/-] key to select “Yes” and press ENTER. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 193 Head Wash The rest of the cleaning fluid in the printer unit is discharged when the cleaning cartridge is removed. Step 13 : Change Waste ink Empty the waste ink bottle from the printer unit. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 194 After using Eco-Solvent ink it is not possible to change to other type of ink (pigmented and dye Inks). Step 17 : Ink Refill The initial fill is executed when installing cartridges. Ink Refill The display will show the following messages : Ink Refill Ink Refill Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 195 · Ink cassettes should be used within two years of the date that is printed on the package. Cassettes that have been loaded into the printer should be replaced within six months. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 196: Replacing The Cutter

    Clean the cutter blade with a dry cloth or replace the cutter. Cutter Arm CAUTION • There is a spring in the hole of the cutter holder. Be careful not to lose it when the cutter is replaced. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 197 Be sure to return the head to the right by hand before switching on the power. NOTE • Cutter life will vary according to the type and thickness of the media and the usage environment, so you should always keep a spare cutter blade handy. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 198: Replacing Waste Liquid Absorbent Sheet ( Waste Ink Bottle)

    Step 3 The waste ink bottle, fitted with new waste liquid absorbent sheet, is installed in the printer by turning it to the right. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 199 • If it should enter your eye, wash with plenty of water and see a doctor. If it is licked, gargle with water and wash out straight away. If it is swallowed, immediately drink plenty of water and consult a doctor without delay. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 200: Cleaning The Cleaning Wiper

    • Don't lift up the cleaning wiper when you are cleaning it. Otherwise it be unable to clean the head properly. • The cleaning wiper and its surroundings will be soiled with waste liquid. Be careful not to dirty your hands and clothes. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 201 NOTE • After the cleaning wiper has been cleaned, if head cleaning does not make the faintness or blemishing in the printing dis- appear, contact your local Mutoh dealer. Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 202: When Trouble Strikes

    Page 19 or the hold lever up? Put the hold lever down. (2) Is the media loaded Load the media straight. Page 48 obliquely? (3) Are ink cartridges Install ink cartridges. Page 40 installed? Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 203: Nothing Happens After The Computer Sends Data

    #Parts of the print are dirty or missing NOTE • If the media is not media specified by Mutoh, you may be unable to obtain proper printing quality. Reference Possible Cause Remedy...

  • Page 204: Media Jams Occur Frequently

    Leave for 24 hours after ink after ink was filled? filling and try printing again #Media jams occur frequently NOTE • If the media is not media specified by Mutoh, proper media feeding can not be guaranteed. Reference Possible Cause Remedy...

  • Page 205: Ink Initial Filling Fails

    Page 52 (5) Is the scroller mounted Mount the scroller correctly. correctly? Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 206: Media Wrinkles During Media Initialization

    (7) Are you using the printer Bring the environmental condi- in a place outside the tions for using the printer in usage environment, such line with the specified environ- as in the draft from an air ment. conditioner? Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 207: Thin Media Is Not Detected

    (3) With roll media, does the Load roll media correctly so right hand edge of the that it moves parallel to the media move parallel to the guide line. guide line during media detection? Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 208 (4) Does the command type Set up user set-up commands. Page 113 that is currently set-up match on the application and on the driver side? Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 209: Printed Line Is Blurred

    (4) Is the ink cartridge cold Leave for at least 3 hours then and frozen? do cleaning several times. Page162 (5) Did you try the fine Do a fine adjustment of print- adjustment of printing ing quality. quality? Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 210: Periodical Maintenance

    You will notice that the X-marks indicate a renewal of the mentioned part(s) after this many months. You have to change the absorbents every week. IMPORTANT : Note that the x-marks in month 6 and month 12 are only to be done by authorised Mutoh technicians. Maintenance cycle on Falcon Outdoor 46 “...

  • Page 211: Appendix

    Appendix This section deals with printer specifications, optional items, supply items. Printer Specifications PAGE Interface Specifications PAGE List of Optional and Supply Items PAGE Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 212: Printer Specifications

    Printer Specifications Falcon Outdoor 46” & Falcon Outdoor 62”, affordable outdoor printers. Specifications Model names + types 46” – 4/6 colour channels 62” – 4/6 colour channels Print Speed 14.49 m²/h (360 x 180 dpi) 3.6 m²/h (720 x 720 dpi) 0.68 m²/h (1440 x 1440 dpi)

  • Page 213: Interface Specifications

    14 AUTOFD RJ Printer <- 32 FAULT RJ Plotter -> 15 not used 33 not used 16 SG 34 not used 17 FG 35 not used 18 + 5V 36 SELECTIN RJ Printer <- Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 214 Interface Specifications Centronics Interface Specifications Recommended Specifications for Centronics Interface Cable Interface IEEE1284 (bidirectional parallel) compatible Cable Type AWG28 x 18 pair (twisted pairs) Shield Type Metal tapes and braiding (double-shielded cable) Characteristic Impedance 62 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 215: Network Interface (Option) Specifications

    Spool Memory 384 KB Functions • Automatic protocol recognition • Transmission speed 50 to 150 KB/s • IP address is set up by the remote panel utility • Other settings are set up with Telnet commands Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)

  • Page 216: List Of Optional And Supply Items

    Dye ink cartridge M (magenta) RJ40D-22-MA 1 unit Dye ink cartridge Y (yellow) RJ40D-22-YE 1 unit Dye ink cartridge LM (Light Magenta) RJ60D-22-LM 1 unit Dye ink cartridge LC (Light Cyan) RJ60D-22-LC 1 unit Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 217 Ink Switching Set RJ6-CLEAN 1 unit • Cleaning Cassette Name of Item Model Number Qty. Cleaning Cassette RJ-CLEANING 1 unit • Eco-Solvent Transition Cassette Name of Item Model Number Qty. Eco-Solvent Transition Cassette RJ60L-22-CLN 1 unit Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 218 Falcon Outdoor 46/62 USER GUIDE (AP-75046)
  • Page 219 MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD. MUTOH EUROPE N.V. MUTOH DEUTSCHLAND GmbH. Tel.:81-(0)3-54867145 Tel.:32-(0)59-561400 Tel.:49-(0)2159 913430 Fax:81-(0)3-54867163 Fax:32-(0)59-807117 Fax:49-(0)2159 913456 E-mail:ibd@mutoh.co.jp E-mail:mutoh@mutoh.be E-mail:Mutoh-Sales@t-online.de http://www.mutoh.co.jp http://www.mutoh.be...

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