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- Page 1 Ultre 3000/4000 Imagesetter Ultre 4000 ULTRE a division of Linotype-Hell Company This document was created with FrameMaker 4.0.4...
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Page 2: This Document Was Created With Framemaker
Ultre is registered trademarks of the Ultre division of Linotype- Hell Company. Edition March 1995... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Set Default Resolution ......5-7 Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual This document was created with FrameMaker 4.0.4... - Page 4 Table of Contents Set Laser Power Multiplier (LPM)....5-8 Set Laser Power Range (LPR)..... . 5-8 Set Film Advance Length .
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Page 5: Before You Start
The words film, photo material, and material are used inter- changeably throughout this manual. Unless otherwise indicated, these words refer to any photo material that is suitable for use in the Ultre 3000 and 4000 imagesetters. Notes on this Documentation This documentation contains:... -
Page 6: Edition March
Notes on this Documentation Additional Documentation You will find additional information in the following documenta- tion: RIP Manual Symbols in this Documentation The text contains information which must be observed in order to protect the user from danger! This information must be observed to protect the equipment, the software and the data from being damaged! The text contains general or additional information about a certain subject. -
Page 7: Notes On Technical Safety
Approvals ..........1-10 Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 8: Correct Use
The equipment meets the standard safety regulations for informa- tion technology equipment including electrical office equipment. Correct Use The Ultre 3000/4000 is a laser imagesetter for photographic material and is only to be used for this purpose in accordance with the user documentation. -
Page 9: Cleaning The Unit
1 - Notes on Technical Safety The unit does not contain any parts which require servicing by the operator. ATTENTION: Unauthorized opening of the cabinet or improper repairs can expose the operator to great danger. Service work may only be performed by authorized personnel specialized in this field. The appropriate regulations for the prevention of accidents are to be adhered to when the equipment is serviced. -
Page 10: Laser Safety
Notes on Technical Safety - 1 Laser Safety Standards and Regulations The Ultre 3000/4000 Laser Imagesetter is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act of 1968. - Page 11 1 - Notes on Technical Safety CAUTION: Use of controls or adjustments, or performance of procedures other than those specified herein, may result in hazardous radiation exposure Edition March 1995...
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Page 12: Position Of Laser Safety Labels
CAUTION INVISIBLE LASER RADIATION WHEN OPEN AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO TO BEAM Avoid Exposure Invisible LASER radiation is emitted from this aperature DANGER Invisible Laser radiation is emitted when open. AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE TO BEAM. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 13: Radio Interference
1 - Notes on Technical Safety Radio Interference Notes for Users in the US This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions manual, cause interference radio communications. It has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection against such interference when operated in a... -
Page 14: Safety Information
CSA C22.2 No, 950 (Canada) DIN 31000/31001 (Germany) Laser Safety EN 60825 Complies with 21 CFR 1040.10 and 1040.11 Electromagnetic Compatibility FCC Part 15, Subpart B, Class A (USA) DOC Radio Act SOR/88-475, Class A (Canada) Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 15: Approvals
1 - Notes on Technical Safety Electromagnetic Interference EN 50081-2 IEC 801-2 IEC 801-3 IEC 801-4 Approvals CE (Europe) ETL (USA) ETL-C (Canada) 1-10 Edition March 1995... -
Page 16: Introduction
On/Off Switch ......... 2-8 Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 17: Product Description
Resolution is selectable, but normal operation is at 1200 or 2400 lines per inch. The Ultre 3000/4000 is strictly an output device. It requires a Raster Image Processor (RIP) to break images into sequential rasters (video data) ready for imagesetting. -
Page 18: Installation
The unit is to be connected to the power supply via the power cable included in the delivery. Pay attention to all warnings and instructions labeled or printed on the unit. The Ultre 3000/4000 Imagesetters are intended for operation in a Electric circuit single-phase electric circuit with a grounded neutral conductor. Do not connect the units to other types of electric circuits. -
Page 19: Mains Connection
Switching off the Imagesetter from the rear panel does not disconnect the unit from the mains supply. To disconnect the Ultre 3000/4000 from the mains supply, remove the power plug first. The mains outlet must be easily accesible. -
Page 20: Power Cord Instruction
2 - Introduction Power Cord Instruction If you will be using the 100-120 volts power source voltage, be sure to refer to the following list. Plug Plug Type Voltage Reference Power Cord Configuration Standards North America 115- ANSI C73.11 UL Listed, 125V 10A 120V NEMA 5-15-P... -
Page 21: Note For Installations In The Uk
The SCSI is an optional interface. If it is utilized, then standard 50 SCSI connector SCSI-1 cable is utilized for the connection to the RIP. The external RS232 port is used for external diagnostics which are RS232 not implemented in the current release of the Imagesetter. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 22: On/Off Switch
(LED) on the control panel and displaying "READY" on the liquid crystal display's (LCD) status line (LCD Display see page 3-3). Serial I/F Port SCSI I/F Port On/Off Switch Power Ultre Interface Connector Connector Edition March 1995... -
Page 23: Control Panel
Machine Operation ........3-11 Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... - Page 24 2 . _ _ _ _ _ 2 . _ _ _ _ _ 3 _ _ _ _ _ . ∅ 3 _ _ _ _ _ . LCD Display Arrows Buttons: Enter Reset Film Advance Density Menu Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...
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Page 25: Push Button Controls
3 - Control Panel Push Button Controls Jog Button The Jog Button permits the manual operation of the film advance. As long as the button is held depressed, the film will advance, the LED will be blinking on and off, and the LCD will display "FILM ADVANCE". -
Page 26: Cut Button
LCD. For each setting that is changed, it is necessary to depress the Enter Button to save the new value. When reprogramming is completed, depress the Menu Button to return to the Machine Status Display. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 27: Arrow Buttons
3 - Control Panel Arrow Buttons The control panel contains Right Arrow, Left Arrow, Up Arrow, and Down Arrow Buttons. These buttons serve dual functions as controls and cursor keys. As controls, they are used for menu selection and density adjustment. They are also used for moving the cursor on the LCD when selecting default values to be changed. -
Page 28: Lcd
Value Display and the Menu Selection Display. Machine Status Display The Machine Status Display has five fields consisting of an: Alpha Character Horizontal Resolution Vertical Resolution Film Counter Status Alpha- Horizontal Vertical Character Resolution Resolution Film Counter Status Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... - Page 29 3 - Control Panel Alpha Character The Alpha Character field is located in the upper left corner. In normal operation this field will be blank but when the machine is being serviced it may display one of the following letters: Serial mode active.
- Page 30 If the machine is otherwise engaged, the status display might read, "CUT", "FILM ADVANCE", "PRINTING", "REMOVE CASSETTE"; or it might display an error message (See Chapter 6, "Messages", for a description of LCD status messages). Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...
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Page 31: Led
3 - Control Panel Density Value Display The Density Value Display provides the current density value in percentage. It is called up by depressing the Density Button while the LCD is showing the Machine Status Display. Access is not available from the Menu Selection Display. The first line contains the word "DENSITY"... -
Page 32: Machine Operation
"READY". If it does not, refer to "Error Messages and Corrective Procedures" on page 6-5. In normal operation, the Ultre 3000/4000 is controlled by the host system, and operational procedures are limited to the removal of exposed film in the Take-up Cassette and replacement of the Take- up Cassette on the machine. - Page 33 3 - Control Panel Operate the knife by depressing the Cut Button. The LCD will dis- play "CUT" for less than 1 second. The film will then advance inside the machine past the upper rollers, the LCD will display "FILM ADVANCE", and the LED will begin blinking. When the film stops advancing, the LED will stop blinking and the LCD will read "REMOVE CASSETTE".
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Page 34: Loading
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Page 35: Loading Photo Material
Loading - 4 The Ultre 3000/4000 Imagesetter requires photo material sensitive in the 780 nanometer range (near infra-red). Some of the suitable materials are identified in a list of tested materials available from Ultre. Loading Photo Material Insure that main power is on. - Page 36 4 - Loading 2. Open the Film Access Door. 3. Prepare the Supply Cassette by following the manufacturer's instructions for opening and freeing the leader (if using the bulk load Supply Cassette, refer to Section Preparing the Bulk Load Sup- ply Cassette on page 4-10 before continuing).
- Page 37 Supply Cassette. The Supply Cassette should set snugly against the Cassette Guide Blocks. Lower MIC Roller Upper Handle, MIC Roller Pressure Roller Guide, Input Cassette Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...
- Page 38 4 - Loading 5. Place the Supply Cassette on the Supply Cassette Tray and push it in as far as it will go. It should be resting parallel to the MIC rollers. The film exiting the Supply Cassette should be going straight up with the emulsion side facing the inside of the machine.
- Page 39 Loading - 4 The figure above shows the Supply Cassette on the Supply Cassette Tray, the film going up and through the MIC Rollers, and two hands pushing the film forward on the MIC Platen. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...
- Page 40 4 - Loading ATTENTION: Before proceeding to the next section, ensure the following: The film is being fed straight (skewed film will track to one side). The film is lying flat on platen. The are no wrinkles or slack in the film exiting the Supply Cas- sette.
- Page 41 Take-up Cassette to identify the slot side. The machine is now ready to receive data from the host system. The LCD will display "NO CASSETTE" if the Take-up Cassette has been removed or improperly installed on the machine. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...
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Page 42: Preparing The Bulk Load Supply Cassette
4 - Loading Preparing the Bulk Load Supply Cassette 1. In a totally dark room, or safe-lit room (using dark green safelight filters), remove the material from its wrapping. 2. Open the box using the slide latches, and remove the closure lid. Remove the plastic end bells and insert each in to one end of the film roll. -
Page 43: Using Paper Photo Materials
The paper should be folded back at a 45° angle on both sides of the material for approximately one third of its width before it is loaded. This will add sufficient strength to prevent media jams when using paper in the imagesetter. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual 4-11... -
Page 44: Changing Default Settings
Buffer Mode ......... 5-11 Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... - Page 45 In this figure the LCD display shows the submenu ”LPR“ (Laser Power Range). The current default value is set to ”MED“ (medium). The submenus and their related settings are shown in the Menu Matrix on the following page. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...
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Page 46: Menus And Functions
5 - Changing Default Settings Menus and Functions Machine Status Display Menu Button (press to switch to Submenus) Submenus/Functions Edition March 1995... -
Page 47: Density
As the density decreases, the number will decrease and the bar graph will shrink from the right and grow to the left. Depressing the Enter Button will set the new density value and return the LCD to the Machine Status Display. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 48: Lcd Adjustments
5 - Changing Default Settings LCD Adjustments Adjust LCD Contrast Adjusts the contrast on the LCD for better viewing. 1. Depress Menu Button and the UP or DOWN Arrow Buttons until the LCD CONTRAST function is displayed. 2. Depress either the LEFT Arrow Button or the RIGHT Arrow Button until the desired contrast is obtained on the LCD. -
Page 49: Set Default Resolution
2. Depress either the LEFT Arrow Button or the RIGHT Arrow Button until the desired resolution is displayed on the LCD. 3. Depress the Enter Button. Depress the Menu Button to return to the Machine Status Display. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 50: Set Laser Power Multiplier (Lpm)
Set Laser Power Range (LPR) Because the Imagesetter has a much wider power range than other Ultre imagesetters, the LPR function has been added to that compatibility can be maintained for the LPM function. The LPR function selects a range, either low, medium or high, through which the LPM factor above will have effect. -
Page 51: Set Film Advance Length
LCD. The display indicates the film advance length in inches. 3. Depress the Enter Button. Depress the Menu Button to return to the Machine Status Display. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 52: Print Test
5 - Changing Default Settings Print Test The Print Test function activates a number of machine self-tests that can be run without having a RIP connected to the imagesetter. These self-tests can be utilized to ensure output quality and proper machine functionality. -
Page 53: Reverse Feed
3. Depress the Menu Button to return to the Machine Status Display. Buffer Mode The Ultre 3000/4000 Imagesetter is configured with a large buffer memory (1 to 16 MB). This function is used to determine the minimum amount of data that should be buffered before imaging begins. - Page 54 5 - Changing Default Settings 1. Depress Menu Button and the UP or DOWN Arrow Buttons until the BUFFER MODE function is displayed. 2. Depress either the LEFT Arrow Button or the RIGHT Arrow Button until the desired buffer fill percentage is displayed on the LCD. 3.
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Page 55: Messages
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Page 56: Lcd Status Messages
Out of Media error message indicating that the Supply Cassette has OUT OF MEDIA run out of film. Note that the error message is generated only when the film transport is operating. No message is generated while the machine is idle. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 57: Photo Error
6 - Messages Photo Error message generated by the SOL sensor indicating that PHOTO ERROR the photodiode failed to detect the laser beam. Note that the error message is generated only when the optics system is active. One of more of the power supply voltage levels is incorrect. POWER SUPPLY FAULT Machine is printing as film is being advanced. -
Page 58: Error Messages And Corrective Procedures
REVERSE FEED function described in "Reverse Feed" on page 5- 11. In some cases it may be advantageous to first cut the material by briefly pushing the JOG Button to clear the fault condition and pushing the CUT Button. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... - Page 59 6 - Messages NO CASSETTE The Take-up Cassette has been removed or has not been properly Possible Cause installed on the machine. Corrective Action No corrective action is required if the Take-up Cassette has been removed as part of the film loading procedure (see Chapter 4). When replacing the Take-up Cassette, place it on the machine by aligning the slot in the cassette with exit guides projecting from the top of the machine and press down against the foam covered...
- Page 60 This error indicates a failure within the power supply. Corrective Action Reset the machine by turning the power off, waiting approximately 20 seconds and turning the power back on. If condition reoccurs or a malfunction is suspect, refer problem to a qualified technician. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...
- Page 61 6 - Messages LASER FAULT This error indicates a fault in the laser drive. Possible Cause Reset the machine by turning the power off, waiting approximately Corrective Action 20 seconds and turning the power back on. If condition reoccurs or a malfunction is suspect, refer problem to a qualified technician.
- Page 62 This error indicates a faulty transport drive system. Corrective Action Reset the machine by turning the power off, waiting approximately 20 seconds and turning the power back on. If condition reoccurs or a malfunction is suspect, refer problem to a qualified technician. Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...
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Page 63: Technical Data
Resolution and recorder speed ......7-6 Resolution and recorder speed (metric) ..... 7-6 Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual This document was created with FrameMaker 4.0.4... - Page 64 Repeat accuracy (within the ambient conditions defined below with constant environmental conditions for 4 successive pages of 31x31 cm for the Ultre 3000 and 40x40 cm for the Ultre 4000) Photographic Infrared-sensitive film (780nm), RC paper and direct printing foils, materials in roll form 0.10 to 0.18 mm thick, anti-static emulsion, roll material wound...
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Page 65: Ambient Conditions (Operation)
7 - Technical Data 90 - 130 V (AC), 180 - 260 V (AC), 47 - 63 Hz Mains voltage 115/230 V (AC) Nominal voltage 50/60 Hz Nominal frequency 6.0/3.0 A Power consumption 28.3 x 25 x 35.2 inch (WxHxD) Dimensions 88 kg, 195 lbs. -
Page 66: Ambient Conditions (Transport)
Technical Data - 7 Ambient conditions (transport) -10 - +50 °C Temperature 35 - 85 %, non condensing Humidity Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual... -
Page 67: Resolution And Recorder Speed
7 - Technical Data Resolution and recorder speed Resolution Max. Speed Resolution Max. Speed pixel/cm cm/min dots/inch inch/min 63.0 24.8 40.4 1000 15.9 37.3 1200 14.7 31.5 1600 12.4 20.1 2000 14.0 2400 1180 3000 Resolution and recorder speed (metric) Resolution Max. - Page 68 FA LENGTH Correct use Feed cassette Cut button Capacity Film access door DEF RESOLUTION Film advance button Default resolution Film advance length Default Settings Film counter 5-11 Buffer mode Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual This document was created with FrameMaker 4.0.4...
- Page 69 Index FILTER FAULT Material Functions Loading 4-11 Using Paper Materials Guide blocks in roll form Width 3-11 Host system Mechanical safety Menu button Imaging principle Menu Selection display Imaging width 3-10 Menu selection display Installation Menus Interface Messages Interfaces see Status messages and Error mes- sages MIC platen Jog button...
- Page 70 SOL Sensor SPINNER FAULT Status field Status messages Submenus Supply cassette 4-10 Capacity Guide blocks 4-10 Preparing Supply cassette tray Symbol, Information Symbols in this documentation System description Take-up cassette Replace see also Collecting cassette Ultre 3000/4000 - User Manual...