User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Contents Contents Chapter 1 Introduction..................7 Preface........................8 Product Compliance....................12 Chapter 2 Product Overview................15 Printer Specifications....................16 Chapter 3 Safety Information................19 UV Ink and...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Contents How to Install the ONYX Printer Driver..............83 How to Manage Print Jobs..................86 Daily Start-up and Shut-down - Start-up Procedure........86 Daily Start-up and Shut-down - Shut-down Procedure......86...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Contents Configure ONYX Software for White Ink / Varnish..........160 How to Prepare White Ink/Varnish Print Jobs.............162 Select the Best Workflow................162...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Contents How to Change Ink Filters - How to Change an Ink Filter ......254 How to Change Ink Filters - How to Bleed an Ink Filter ......258 How to Change Ink Filters - Final Steps..........260...
The table below provides an indication of the possible ink and varnish output that each model is capable of supporting. Océ Arizona 440 GT/XT 4 channel CMYK Océ Arizona 460 GT/XT...
Océ DGS on the Internet For further information on documentation and support for your printer or for information on other Océ Display Graphics Systems products, please visit our web site: http://www.dgs.oce.com To provide feedback and report errors in this document: dgstechnical.writer@oce.com...
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Roll Media Option installed the printers can also print on various roll media. See your local representative or visit the Océ Media Guide for more details on recommended media. http://mediaguide.oce.com/ Responsibilities of the Operator The printer operator must be properly trained. Océ provides training for the operator in the use of the printer hardware and software at the time of installation.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Preface It is the responsibility of the operator to try to eliminate simple problems before calling a service representative. But knowing when to call for service is also important.
Sheets) are provided for the safety and convenience of all customers and anyone involved in use and handling of the printers, inks and related materials. The MSDS and PSDS for current and recent Océ Arizona products are available from the GEM website: http://global.oce.com/ support/. Electromagnetic Compliance (EMC)
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Product Compliance Product Safety The CE Declaration of Conformity document is provided for your convenience. [1] CE Declaration of Conformity Chapter 1 - Introduction...
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13251 Delf Place - Building #406 Richmond, British Columbia Canada V6V 2A2 Telephone +1 604)273-7730 - Fax +1 604 273-2775 E-mail: dgsinfo@oce.com Representative Marketing the Océ Arizona 400 Series in Europe: Océ Technologies B.V. St. Urbanusweg 43, Venlo, The Netherlands, 5900 MA Venlo...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Printer Specifications Printer Specifications Introduction The Océ Arizona 400 Series GT and Océ Arizona 400 Series XT are flatbed inkjet printers capable of producing large format images on various rigid and flexible media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Printer Specifications NOTE All specifications in this document are subject to change without notice. While due caution has been exercised in the production of this document, possible errors and omissions are unintentional.
NOTE The MSDS for all UV inks and Flush are available from the corporate Océ Global E-Marketing (GEM) website. For the latest MSDS and PSDS, visit: http://global.oce.com/support/ CAUTION UV inks can be harmful if not properly handled. Follow the MSDS guidelines carefully in order to ensure maximum safety.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 UV Curing System UV Curing System Introduction UV-curable ink need a high energy level of UV light to cure. The UV curing system is made up of two mercury arc lamps attached to the carriage.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 UV Curing System clothing that protects the skin from UV light exposure. Keep a distance of at least 1 m (3 ft) from UV lamps while printing.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Interlock System Safety Interlock System Introduction The printer has three Emergency-Stop buttons. The Maintenance Station drawer is part of the safety interlock system.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Océ Arizona 400 Series Safety Labels Océ Arizona 400 Series Safety Labels Introduction The safety labels are placed at strategic locations on the printer to warn the operator of possible dangers and hazards.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Océ Arizona 400 Series Safety Labels Description Label Risk of Eye Injury. Wear Eye Protection - Lo- cated on the maintenance station as a re- minder that the UV-curable ink is harmful to the eyes and skin.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Océ Arizona 400 Series Safety Labels Description Label Caution: For Continued Protection Against Fire And Electric Shock Replace Only With Same Type and Ratings of Fuse Caution: Disconnect Power Before Changing...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Océ Arizona 400 Series Safety Labels Description Label Warning: Moving Gantry If the green beacon light on top of the car- riage is on, the gantry may start moving at any time.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Safety Awareness Introduction This section contains two sets of principles that must be followed to assure maximum safety when operating your Océ...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety Do not push or force the carriage to move manually if it is already in motion.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety When the Mainte- nance Station is open to perform printhead mainte- nance, do not...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety Avoid placing fin- gers, hands or oth- er objects in the IGUS track unless power is off and...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness residual hazards. By making the operator aware of the potential risks, we hope to ensure maximum safety in the operation of this printer. Caution: there may be a time lag between when a print job is issued and when the gantry movement actually begins as the UV lamps must warm up first.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk crush- ing/pinch hazard is created by the ta- ble and the gantry.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk crush- ing/pinch hazard is created by the car- riage and the gan- try when the Z-Ax- is is moving (car-...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk shear- ing hazard is cre- ated by the gantry and the gantry rail.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard Entanglement haz- A medium risk of finger or material entanglement is created by the web assembly (IGUS...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard Heat hazard: the UV lamp assembly and the surround- ing carriage guard can be hot.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Safety Awareness Roll Media Safety Awareness Introduction This section contains two sets of principles that must be followed to assure maximum safety when operating the Roll Media Option (RMO) for your Arizona printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Safety Awareness compromises are required. The following table documents some of these residual hazards. By making the operator aware of the potential risks, we hope to ensure maximum safety in the operation of this printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Safety Awareness Chapter 3 - Safety Information...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Operator Interface Hardware Operator Interface Hardware Introduction The Operator interacts with printer components to print, maintain, and monitor the state of the printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Operator Interface Hardware Component Function 5) Printer Status Indicates printer status. See Chapter 3 for details. Beacon 6) UV Lamps UV light is used to cure the ink.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Operator Interface Hardware [31] Ink Bays and Vacuum Zone Control Handles Chapter 4 - How to Navigate the User Interface...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Printer Interface Software Printer Interface Software Introduction The printer software is displayed on the LCD monitor. The interface has six main modules that are accessed by tabs located at the bottom of the display.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Printer Interface Software Operator Interface Module Tabs [33] Interface Tabs Interface Modules Component Function Print Job Control Provides management of all aspects of working with (Print tab) print jobs.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module Print Job Control Module Introduction Print Job Control is the first module displayed when the printer software is loaded.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module Components of the Print Job Control Module Job Control Panels Component Function 1) Job and Print- Displays the status and progress of print jobs.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module The job status panel is in the top left corner of the display screen. It shows information about the current state of the printer or job activities.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module unchecked state with a different appearance of the icon image to reflect their state.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module Flatbed Set‐ A dialog window automatically appears when confirma- tings tion is required. If it is closed before you select Confirm, it can be reopened by clicking on this button.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module Ink Tempera‐ This icon controls the ink heater and also displays the ink ture Control temperature.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module Nozzle check This icon populates the active job list with a job that prints a nozzle check pattern.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module • The current job being printed can be paused or canceled. A canceled job will move from the active to the inactive print job list.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module Offsets A job's vertical and horizontal offset parameters can be changed with the mouse wheel when the mouse cursor is positioned over the field.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module • Production-Squared mode (Arizona 480) can be used to produce a wide variety of printing output as along as the printhead nozzles are firing properly.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Job Control Module The image upload progress panel indicates the name of a job that is currently uploading to the printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Periodic Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Introduction Regular maintenance is very important to ensure the best image quality from your printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Periodic Maintenance Maintenance video (you can download the poster and video from the customer support web site: http://dgs.oce.com/. Illustration [36] Periodic Maintenance...
(See How to Change Ink Filters in the Maintenance section). As needed Refer to the Océ Arizona Printer Care and Use poster (download from the customer support web site: http:// dgs.oce.com/. Chapter 4 - How to Navigate the User Interface...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Counters Module Counters Module Introduction The Counters module displays counters that are of interest to the operator. It shows counters for each color of ink and the total ink used.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Counters Module Component Function Resettable These counters display a cumulative total of ink con- Counters sumed or area printed since the Reset button was last pressed.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Settings Module Settings Module Introduction The Settings Module allows you to review and change the date and time, network connection settings, user interface configurations, printer settings and, if installed, the Roll Media settings.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Settings Module Network Connection Settings NOTE Typically, DHCP is used to automatically obtain network settings. If "Use DHCP"...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Settings Module User Interface Settings [40] User Interface Settings Settings Available The user interface allows you to change the following features: •...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Settings Module Allows you to set the following: • Flatbed print gap • Underlay thickness •...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Tools and Utilities Module Tools and Utilities Module Introduction The Tools and Utilities Module has six sub-modules: Shutdown, Job Manager, Special Prints, Ink Flush, Spit Catcher Alignment, and the System Logs.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Tools and Utilities Module • System Logs allows the operator to generate log files for service diagnostics and troubleshooting purposes.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Tools and Utilities Module Special Prints The Special Prints module displays two lists. The list on the left shows the available special prints.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Tools and Utilities Module [44] Special Prints How to Load a Special Print 1) Click a special print to select it in the left window. 2) Click the Add button to place it in the print queue on the right.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Tools and Utilities Module The Ink Flush Procedure The Ink Flush Procedure is used when the printer is switched from one ink type to another.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Tools and Utilities Module NOTE When System Logs are generated, any previously saved log files are deleted.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Installation and Upgrade Module Installation and Upgrade Module Introduction As we are committed to improve and refine the quality and functionality of the Océ...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Installation and Upgrade Module Chapter 4 - How to Navigate the User Interface...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Chapter 5 How to Operate Your Océ Arizona Printer...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Training Requirements Training Requirements Introduction The operator must receive training for safety issues, printer operation, and the appropriate ONYX Workflow software (ProductionHouse®...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Power ON How to Power ON Introduction This section describes how to switch the printer On and Off. When the printer is switched On, the interface software is displayed on the LCD monitor that is located on the Operator Control Station.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Power Off During the boot-up procedure, the printer software is automatically started. The software displays a splash screen followed by a screen that requests you to raise and then lower the carriage guard.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Power Off IMPORTANT To maintain optimal printer reliability, leave the power on at all times. However, there are exceptions such as for ink flushes, some service procedures, or if the printer requires a reboot.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Prepare the Printer for Idle Periods How to Prepare the Printer for Idle Periods IMPORTANT Do not turn off the printer during these idle times.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Lock Out the Power Switch How to Lock Out the Power Switch IMPORTANT Some service procedures require locking out the On/Off switch to ensure operator safety.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Use the Disconnect Device How to Use the Disconnect Device Illustration [47] AC Power Switch and Lockout IMPORTANT The AC power plug is the main disconnect device for the printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Install the ONYX Printer Driver How to Install the ONYX Printer Driver Introduction This section explains how to install and configure the ONYX workflow software installation files on your printer.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Install the ONYX Printer Driver [48] Configure Printer Port Enter the Network name of the printer (as displayed in Step 3) and make sure <Port 9100>...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Install the ONYX Printer Driver When the IP address is verified, click OK to complete the configuration of the link between the software and the printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Manage Print Jobs How to Manage Print Jobs Daily Start-up and Shut-down - Start-up Procedure Introduction Keep your printer clean and perform all recommended scheduled maintenance to ensure that the printer is ready to produce optimal quality...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Daily Start-up and Shut-down - Shut-down Procedure Do not power off the printer (unless the printer will not used for more than 14 days - in that case call your service representative).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Set Up a Print Job How to Set Up a Print Job Introduction This section explains how to select an image to print on your printer.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Set Up a Print Job Measure Media Thickness Use a digital slide caliper or micrometer to accurately measure the media thickness of the media.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Set Up a Print Job Select Active Vacuum Zones Select the required vacuum zones to hold the media to the table using the table vacuum.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Set Up a Print Job NOTE When the ink is at a low room temperature it may take up to 20 minutes for it to warm up to operating temperature.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Manage the Media Vacuum How to Manage the Media Vacuum The Table Vacuum System Introduction Your printer uses a low-flow, high-pressure vacuum system to secure media for printing on the printer table.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 The Table Vacuum System [51] Closing vacuum zone 4 Vacuum Zone Control Handles The control handles determine the state of the vacuum zones. When the handle is vertical, the zone is open and creates a vacuum in the related area.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 The Table Vacuum System NOTE Use the vacuum gauge to determine if a zone is properly masked. When the active zone is properly masked the gauge will read at 20"Hg (68 kPa) or higher.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Using Vacuum Zones - Metric Zones Using Vacuum Zones - Metric Zones Introduction The overlay sheet on the printer table creates a vacuum field, which is divided into zones by magnetic strips on the underside.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print the Metric Zone Map [52] Metric Vacuum Zones Print the Metric Zone Map A map of the vacuum zones can be printed on the table to help with the position of media over the zones.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print the Metric Zone Map [53] Vacuum Zones Metric - GT Chapter 5 - How to Operate Your Océ Arizona Printer...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Imperial Vacuum Zones Imperial Vacuum Zones The following shows the media dimensions that are available with the recommended Imperial vacuum zones.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Print Imperial Zone Map Print Imperial Zone Map A map of the vacuum zone can be printed on the table to help with the position of media over the zones.
Profiles are much less media-dependant for UV ink printers than for solvent-based printers. For access to ONYX profiles (media models), please consult our web site at: http://dgs.oce.com/ Definition The term media covers a wide range of possible materials for your printer.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Handle Media environment. Ideally, store media in the same environmental conditions as it will be used. •...
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Customer Support web site. See Appendix A of this document for a list of available bulletins or visit the web site to download bulletins: http://dgs.oce.com/ Thermal Expansion of Media When imaging on media that will expand when subjected to heat (e.g., styrene or Plexiglas, etc.), don’t wedge the media by butting other material...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Handle Media Alternately, the media registration cards can be used to register media if it must be placed consistently away from the table rulers.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Handle Media Chapter 5 - How to Operate Your Océ Arizona Printer...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Chapter 6 How to Operate the Océ Arizona 400 Series XT...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Océ Arizona 400 Series XT Features Océ Arizona 400 Series XT Features Introduction The Océ Arizona 400 Series XT is the same as the Océ Arizona 400 Series GT in the following areas: Gantry, Carriage, and RMO capable.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Océ Arizona 400 Series XT Features The Océ Arizona 400 Series XT printer has a larger table and two vacuum pumps.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Use the Océ Arizona 400 Series XT Vacuum System How to Use the Océ Arizona 400 Series XT Vacuum System Introduction The Océ...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Use the Océ Arizona 400 Series XT Vacuum System The Center zone is controlled by the middle vacuum handle. It determines if the C zone is On or Off when the vacuum is active.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print With Dual Origins How to Print With Dual Origins Introduction Due to the larger table size and the vacuum zone arrangement of the Océ Arizona 400 Series XT printer, it is possible to print in an alternating 2-up arrangement using Origin A and Origin B for placement of the image.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print With Dual Origins Procedure Add your image to the active print job queue and then select it. Enter 2 or more copies in the Job Parameters Copies field.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print With Dual Origins Result NOTE The green arrows show the order in which images are printed in Zones A &...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Chapter 7 How to Operate the Roll Media Option...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Option Hardware Roll Media Option Hardware Introduction The Roll Media Option (RMO) allows printing on media that is supplied on a roll.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Option Hardware media is positioned with a high resolution media encoder. This ensures accurate and high quality prints on various core media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Option Specifications Roll Media Option Specifications Introduction The Roll Media Option available for the Océ Arizona 400 Series and Océ Arizona 400 Series XT printers allows the use of various flexible media that are supplied on a roll.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Option Specifications Leader & End of Roll Waste Leader Waste: 560mm (22 inches) Leader waste is the amount of media that cannot be printed between the roll media platen and the take-up media roll.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Foot Pedal Switch Functions Foot Pedal Switch Functions Introduction The foot pedal switches are used to control the forward and reverse movement of media shafts.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Manager Roll Media Manager Introduction The Roll Media Manager is the area of the printer software where you prepare to print on roll media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Manager [60] Roll Media Manager Roll Media Manager Menu Roll Media Manager Icons Icon Function Load...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Manager How to Use the Roll Media Manager The procedures to use these icons to load and unload media is explained in the next two sections.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Load Media How to Load Media Introduction This section explains how to load a new roll of media. It details the following actions that are associated with loading media: •...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Load Media the shaft (see the diagram below). This allows you to print on the "back" side of the media.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Load Media [62] Unlock the Media Shaft Core Locks To unlock the media shaft core locks (1) turn counter-clockwise with the supplied 5mm hex key (2).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Load Media [63] Ruler to Center Media NOTE The supplied ruler has both metric (millimeters) and imperial (inches) scales.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Loading the Media - Standard Method Result The RMO is now ready to print on the roll media. Loading the Media - Standard Method The standard way to load media is quick and efficient and ensures minimum waste of material.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Loading the Media - Standard Method [64] Thread Media Under Tension Bar (Print side out) Open the media access door at the top of the Roll Media unit, then reach down through the open door to grasp the media and feed it up and over until it reaches the take-up roll.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Loading the Media - Standard Method [66] Align Media Rewind the media by continually pressing down the left foot pedal until it is positioned where it can be taped to the take-up core.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Loading the Media - Standard Method [67] Tape Media to the Take-up Roll Core NOTE Important: Use the supplied ruler to check that the edge of the take-up roll is aligned within 1mm of the feed roll.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Loading the Media - Alternate Method Loading the Media - Alternate Method This alternate method to load media requires a little more time and effort but it usually provides better alignment and therefore less chance of banding in the image.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Loading the Media - Alternate Method [69] Cut the media at an angle Tape the pointed end of the media to the take-up core as shown below. [70] Tape media to core Remove the tape you used to hold the media to the platen.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Unload and Remove Media How to Unload and Remove Media Introduction This section explains all of the actions associated with how to cut and unload media when there is still some media left on the supply roll.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Unload and Remove Media To remove the take-up roll without manually rolling up the media, tap the right pedal momentarily to rotate the take-up shaft one revolution to the unlocked position in the forward direction.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Set Up a Roll Media Job How to Set Up a Roll Media Job Introduction Print jobs can be specified as either a roll job or a flatbed job in the ONYX workflow software.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Set a Hold on a Roll Job NOTE If you don't set a hold, it is also possible to disable the Roll media print queue at the printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print on Roll Media How to Print on Roll Media Introduction To print an RMO image, media must be loaded and the RMO initialized. Use the Print Job module and the Roll Media Manager to prepare and start the print job.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print on Roll Media [74] Roll media manager Enter the Media width for the roll media that you have loaded. NOTE If the media width entered is less than 1067 mm (3.5 ft) the standard nozzle check will not fit across the media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print on Roll Media [75] Roll Media Manager Keyboard NOTE There is always at least one media in the list that is called Default Media. It cannot be deleted, but you can change its parameters if you want to use it.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Determine the Media Advance Correction Factor How to Determine the Media Advance Correction Factor Introduction When you print on roll media, there can be discrepancies in the amount the media advanced during each print swath.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Determine the Media Advance Correction Factor How You Determine the MACF In the 'Roll Media Manager' menu you can select the 'Media Advance Correction Factor' (MACF) and enter a value from 0 to 100.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Use Media Edge Protectors How to Use Media Edge Protectors Introduction Some media tend to have dust and fiber that clings to the edge of the media roll.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Use Media Edge Protectors [77] Side View of Media Protector Bend the height adjustor (small triangle in the top corner of the edge protector) slightly and then straighten it again.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Use Media Edge Protectors NOTE Do not let the plastic edge near the arc butt up against the media edge or the device may not let the media pass smoothly.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Use Media Edge Protectors Chapter 7 - How to Operate the Roll Media Option...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Chapter 8 How to Use the Static Suppression Option...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Reduce Static with the Static Suppression Option Reduce Static with the Static Suppression Option Introduction The Océ...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change the Height of the Bar provide some printing challenges. Thermoplastic materials are the most common static-laden print media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change the Height of the Bar [80] Remove Static Bar Loosen the bracket mount screw and then slide the bracket up in the keyed slot to remove it.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change the Height of the Bar [82] Bracket Mounted High Make sure the bracket is level an then tighten the bracket mount screw. Repeat Steps 2 to 5 until all four mounts are reversed.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change the Height of the Bar Chapter 8 - How to Use the Static Suppression Option...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Chapter 9 How to Work With White Ink and Varnish...
This chapter is necessary only if you have a printer with the white ink or varnish option. This includes the Océ Arizona 460 GT/XT and the Océ Arizona 480 GT/XT (the 440 GT/XT does not support varnish or white ink). Océ Arizona 440 GT/XT 4 channel CMYK Océ...
The video can be viewed from the Customer Support page and is also available to download: http:// dgs.oce.com/. Note that the video discusses the Océ Arizona 550, but the procedure is the same for the Océ Arizona 400 series printers.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 White Ink Workflow Overview White Ink Workflow Overview Introduction Océ Arizona printers with the White Ink Option provide under-printing for non-white media or objects, over-printing for backlit applications on transparent media and/or printing white as a spot color.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 White Ink Workflow Overview Printer Flood Fill Versus Job Data White ink can be printed using flood fill data generated by the printer or job spot data.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 White Ink Workflow Overview All of these methods can also be used either alone or in conjunction with each other to create the desired output results.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 White Ink Workflow Overview • Day-Night Application Similar to backlit, the day-night application also involves printing onto a transparent or translucent material.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Varnish Workflow Overview Varnish Workflow Overview Introduction Océ Arizona printers with the Varnish Option can overprint varnish on top of a printed image in select areas in a print job or as a flood coat.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Varnish Workflow Overview Varnish Workflow Data Preparation Varnish print job output can be accomplished in a variety of ways depending on the desired results and preferred working process.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Configure ONYX Software for White Ink / Varnish Configure ONYX Software for White Ink / Varnish Introduction This section describes how to configure ONYX software (either THRIVE or...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Configure ONYX Software for White Ink / Varnish In your Quick Set, or in Preflight/Job Properties/Postscript turn off two- stage processing (make sure the box is not checked).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Prepare White Ink/Varnish Print Jobs How to Prepare White Ink/Varnish Print Jobs Select the Best Workflow Introduction When working with white ink or varnish you can choose the workflow that best fits your needs.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Setup a Printer Flood Fill How to Setup a Printer Flood Fill Prepare a Printer Flood Fill With the Printer Flood Fill approach, white ink is set up as a layer that is embedded in the print job.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool Introduction The Spot Layer Tool can be used to set up two spot data planes that define areas where Spot 1 and Spot 2 data are added to a print job.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool NOTE The generation options are used in combination with the fill options, except when the media color handling is set to "No Knockout".
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool NOTE ONYX software treats Spot 1 and Spot1 as equivalent. The space between "t"...
Spot Layer Tool and then printed as white by the printer. Download Application Bulletin 22 from the Customer Support web site: http://dgs.oce.com/. Chapter 9 - How to Work With White Ink and Varnish...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Access the Spot Layer Tool How to Access the Spot Layer Tool Procedure Open a print job in Preflight using an ONYX profile (media model) that contains spot data channels.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Access the Spot Layer Tool [87] Select the Spot Layer Tool [88] Spot Channel Selection Check Enable Spot Layer Generation to activate the tool.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create Spot Data in Photoshop How to Create Spot Data in Photoshop Introduction This section explains how to prepare images that include spot data with raster-based image editing applications such as Adobe Photoshop®.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create Spot Data in Photoshop New Spot Channel Layer Use the following steps to create a new spot channel layer: Procedure Open the desired file in PhotoShop (if the file is in RGB mode, then convert it to CMYK mode).
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create Spot Data in Photoshop Note: For instructions on how to use a naming convention other than Spot 1 or Spot 2, refer to the sub-section at the end of this section "How to Name Your Spot Data".
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create Spot Data in Photoshop [94] Select [95] Select Inverse It is also possible to edit the spot channel much as you would any other data in a PhotoShop document, making use of such tools as the Eraser.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Prepare Spot Data in Adobe Illustrator How to Prepare Spot Data in Adobe Illustrator Introduction This section explains how to prepare images that include spot data with vector-based image editing applications such as Adobe Illustrator®.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Prepare Spot Data in Adobe Illustrator Procedure In Illustrator, ensure that the Swatches tab is visible (under the Window menu click Swatches to view).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Prepare Spot Data in Adobe Illustrator • Color Type – Use the drop-down menu to select Spot Color. •...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Overprint Spot Data in Illustrator How to Overprint Spot Data in Illustrator Set Up Overprint By default, when you print opaque, overlapping colors, the top color knocks out (cuts a hole) in the area of colored image underneath.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Overprint Spot Data in Illustrator NOTE After you set overprinting options, you should use the Overprint Preview mode (View >...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Overprint Spot Data in Illustrator If a spot flood layer were required in this file, it would be necessary to place flood data above the image data layer in order for the Rip to properly process the Spot data.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Place Raster Images in Illustrator How to Place Raster Images in Illustrator Procedure Begin by placing the desired file.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Place Raster Images in Illustrator [109] Embed Placed Note the information contained in the layers palette for file before and after embedding.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create a Spot Channel Path in Illustrator How to Create a Spot Channel Path in Illustrator Conversely, you may place a raster file in your Illustrator document and create Spot data in Illustrator using the path creation tools.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create a Spot Channel Path in Illustrator [112] Moved Channel Once outside the group, make sure path is selected and fill it with your Spot 1 or Spot 2 color.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Create a Spot Channel Path in Illustrator NOTE In testing, we have found the .eps file format to be the best. However, Postscript and PDF files will work as well, but may require some additional setup.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Set Up a File for Preflight's Spot Layer Tool How to Set Up a File for Preflight's Spot Layer Tool The Spot Layer Tool in Preflight can also make masks for data, and in some cases may be the preferred method of spot layer creation.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Set Up a File for Preflight's Spot Layer Tool [114] Red Mask Chapter 9 - How to Work With White Ink and Varnish...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Name Your Spot Data in Illustrator How to Name Your Spot Data in Illustrator In order for ProductionHouse to correctly distinguish and address Spot data, naming conventions for this data must be adhered to both in the image editing creation stage and the Rip.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Name Your Spot Data in Illustrator [116] Change Name Open file in Preflight and access the Color Management/Edit Profiles tab. Click on Spot Channel Replacement box.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Name Your Spot Data in Illustrator Click OK to save your settings. Chapter 9 - How to Work With White Ink and Varnish...
Quality-Layered print mode. NOTE Sample Media profiles for white ink are available for download from the DGS website: http://dgs.oce.com/. How to Print a Simple Job Using White Ink Procedure Open an image of your choice with an ONYX media profile that uses Quality-Layered print mode.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 White Ink QuickStart If you want to print first surface (e.g. opaque media) the bottom and middle layers can be configured to be white flood layers and the top layer to be a CMYK data layer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print White Ink Jobs How to Print White Ink Jobs Introduction White Ink can be printed in two ways: A.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print White Ink Jobs submitting the job to be printed (step 5), so that the job will not automatically be sent to the printer.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print White Ink Jobs Layer Definitions The layers are identified as bottom, middle and top. The bottom layer is printed first (if it is not empty) and the top layer is printed last (if it is not empty).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print White Ink Jobs Custom - Custom ink color to data mapping and advanced options Empty Custom Layer Definition The "Custom"...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print White Ink Jobs Example 2: White ink to be printed with printer generated drop level 4 (24 pl) data B.
NOTE Sample Media models for varnish are available for download from the Customer Support section of the DGS website: http://dgs.oce.com/. These media models are documented later in this chapter (see How to Use Media Models to Print With White Ink or Varnish).
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Varnish QuickStart How to Print a Simple Job Using Varnish Procedure Open an image of your choice using an ONYX media profile that supports spot data (CMYKSS ink configuration with spot colors).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print Varnish Jobs How to Print Varnish Jobs Printing varnish requires an ONYX media profile (media model) that was made with a CMYKSS ink configuration with spot colors defined.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print Varnish Jobs NOTE Optional - not required if the method for printing varnish was correctly specified in the ONYX media profile or quickset.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Get Good Results With Varnish How to Get Good Results With Varnish Introduction The application of varnish to a print produces some spectacular, and at times, surprising results depending on the combination of design and media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Get Good Results With Varnish Keep the Printer Clean Since the printer has moving parts (e.g., fans, carriage, gantry etc.) it is important to keep these parts clean and dust free to minimize the risk of circulating airborne dust and debris and depositing it on the media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Get Good Results With Varnish that offer paint and supplies. It is best to attach a Tack Cloth to a flat object and let it lightly rest on the media while it is wiped.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Get Good Results With Varnish [120] Clean the whole area of the table Consider Varnish in the Job Design Printing varnish creates a high value-added special effect.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Get Good Results With Varnish • Ensure the printer is clean. Frequently clean the underside of the carriage to avoid dust being deposited on the print.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Get Good Results With Varnish Chapter 9 - How to Work With White Ink and Varnish...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Arizona Printer Inks Arizona Printer Inks Introduction Océ Arizona printers use two types of UV-curable inks, referred to as Océ IJC255 and Océ...
Application Bulletin 28 - "Selecting Appropriate Océ Ink for Your Applications: Océ IJC255 or Océ IJC256" on the customer support web site at http://dgs.oce.com/. These inks have very little odor, but for optimal safety some ventilation is needed.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Arizona Printer Inks Only qualified inks can be used. If a bag of ink with an invalid serial number, expired use-by date, incorrect color placement in the ink bay, or if an expired tag is connected to the printer, then the operator is alerted and an error message is displayed.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Arizona Printer Inks Illustration [121] Ink Bags in the Ink Bays (Primary and Secondary) Ink Filters The UV ink in your printer is protected from contaminants in the ink by means of ink filters.
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MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for each color of ink and the UV Flush are available from the corporate Océ Global E-Marketing (GEM) website. For the latest MSDS and PSDS, visit: http://global.oce.com/support/. Read and periodically review this safety information to ensure optimal safe handling procedures and proper emergency responses are followed when using UV inks and flush.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Bags How to Change Ink Bags Introduction The ink is supplied in 2 liter or 800 milliliter bags, dependant on the printer model (White ink comes in 1 liter bags for all models).
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Bags Illustration [122] Remove the Quick-Release Coupler IMPORTANT For personal safety, we recommend that the operator always wear nitrile gloves, a protective apron, and safety glasses with side shields when handling inks.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Chapter 11 Error Handling and Troubleshooting...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Troubleshooting Overview Troubleshooting Overview Introduction This section covers general problems that may occur with the printer. Malfunctions that trigger system error messages can be caused by human error, a system malfunction, an interface cable malfunction, mechanical printer malfunction and/or printer firmware failure.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Troubleshooting Overview indicating the On and Off positions, such as '1' for On and '0' for Off. A suitable air gap should be maintained for safe electrical isolation when in the Off position.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Troubleshooting Overview • Note any unusual phenomena, such as peculiar printing, noises, and smells associated with the failure. Chapter 11 - Error Handling and Troubleshooting...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs Introduction Banding can occur in an image for a number of reasons.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs Chapter 11 - Error Handling and Troubleshooting...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Maintenance Guidelines Maintenance Guidelines Introduction The printer operator is responsible for the regular maintenance of the printer.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Maintenance Guidelines gives you easy access to all these areas. Diligent application of the maintenance schedule ensures optimum performance from your printer. NOTE Do not bump the carriage or gantry as this can cause dropouts in the printhead nozzles.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Maintenance Procedures Maintenance Procedures Clean Carriage Underside Introduction To maintain optimal print quality, it is important to periodically clean the underside of the carriage to remove any excess ink.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Clean Carriage Underside CAUTION The underside of the UV lamps may be hot, avoid touching them. Procedure Slide the maintenance station drawer out from under the carriage.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Clean Carriage Underside NOTE The Océ IJC256 ink formulation causes a more sticky ink build-up between nozzle plates when compared to Océ...
The video can be viewed from the main Customer Support page and is also available to download: http://dgs.oce.com/. When to do Maintenance occurs at the start of the day (after the printer has warmed up) or when necessary (misfiring nozzles, banding in image, etc.).
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How To Perform Printhead Maintenance NOTE More maintenance is required in dusty environments, or when there are fibres protruding from the media, or when printing on reflective media such as glass or metal (more reflected UV light hits the printheads).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How To Perform Printhead Maintenance NOTE Maintenance Station Switches: There are three switches inside of the maintenance station . They can be operated in any order.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How To Perform Printhead Maintenance IMPORTANT Be careful not to snag the coiled suction-head hose when removing the suction-head from the holder.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print a Nozzle Check [127] Swipe Printhead Wipe the suction-head on a clean piece of new lint-free wipe before proceeding to the next printhead.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Print a Nozzle Check Procedure NOTE When you print on the RMO, if the media width entered is less than 1067 mm (3.5 ft) the standard nozzle check will not fit across the media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Printhead Maintenance - How to Evaluate a Nozzle Check Printhead Maintenance - How to Evaluate a Nozzle Check Procedure The Magenta section of the Nozzle Check print example shown in the figure below indicates that multiple nozzles are out.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Printhead Maintenance - How to Evaluate a Nozzle Check [129] Printhead Layout NOTE Based on the perspective shown in the illustration, Package A is always the row of nozzles on the left side of a printhead and Package B is always the row of nozzles on the right side of a printhead Once you have identified the particular printhead that has nozzles out as...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Printhead Maintenance - How to Correct Nozzle Dropouts Printhead Maintenance - How to Correct Nozzle Dropouts Procedure If there are only a few nozzle dropouts per printhead try suctioning the affected printheads again without purging.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Printhead Maintenance - Maintenance for Select Printheads Printhead Maintenance - Maintenance for Select Printheads Procedure On the top of the carriage there are manual purge valves.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Swab Printheads Swab Printheads Introduction To ensure optimal print quality, it is important to periodically clean the printheads with a swab to remove any excess ink or any debris that was not removed by Printhead Maintenance.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Swab Printheads Safety Glasses with side guards IMPORTANT Never "scrub" the printhead with a swab as this will drag debris into other nozzles.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Swab Printheads Procedure NOTE Swab one printhead at a time to reduce ink waste during the purge and also to minimize ink spill on your hand.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Swab Printheads [133] Swab Yellow Printhead Rotate the swab by 180 degrees and repeat the previous step. Discard the swab and repeat Steps 2 to 6 for all the other printheads (if needed).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter Introduction The top of the housings for the left and right UV lamps contain a filter that keeps dust and other airborne particles from entering the lamp housings.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter [134] Remove Lamp Filter Move away from the printer and use a vacuum cleaner to remove any debris or dust.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove Ink from the Table How to Remove Ink from the Table Introduction How often you need to perform these procedures will vary, depending on printer usage and work habits.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove Ink from the Table 3. Continue to wet and wipe the surface until the cloth does not show any sign of ink color.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Empty the Ink Waste Tray Empty the Ink Waste Tray Introduction The waste tray is located below the Maintenance Station. It accumulates ink that has dripped from the printheads or ink waste that results from a purge when performing Printhead Maintenance or Swabbing the Printheads.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Empty the Ink Waste Tray [135] Waste Tray Valve Turn the valve on the waste tray until it starts to drain the waste material. Shut off the valve when ink no longer drains out (or if the container become full).
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Fill the Coolant Reservoir Fill the Coolant Reservoir Introduction The coolant is a thermal fluid used to maintain the temperature of the ink in the printheads and ink reservoirs on the carriage.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Fill the Coolant Reservoir Illustration [136] Coolant Bottle Procedure Remove the coolant tube from the coolant bottle lid. Remove the coolant bottle from the ink bay.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Fill the Coolant Reservoir NOTE The Accessory Pack that ships with a new printer contains a 2 litre container of coolant.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad Introduction The Spit Catcher consists of a slotted cover for the Maintenance Station drawer and a foam pad that is held in place under the drawer.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad [137] Change Spit Catcher Pad Remove the spit catcher foam pad and replace it with a new one. [138] Close Spit Catcher Swing the metal base up and lock it with the knob.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Clean Gantry Rails Clean Gantry Rails Introduction Dust and debris can accumulate on the gantry rails, which run along the length of the table.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Clean Gantry Rails [140] Dust on the gantry rail When to do If you notice any dirt or ink on the gantry rails, or an accumulation of debris on the grey rail bearing shields, clean them immediately with a Poly-Wipe lint-free cloth.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Filters - How to Change an Ink Filter How to Change Ink Filters - How to Change an Ink Filter Introduction Each ink color (or varnish) has a filter that removes any particulate matter...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Filters - How to Change an Ink Filter IMPORTANT A clogged ink filter can result in damage to your printer's ink system. Particulate matter buildup in the ink can cause problems that will require a service call.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Filters - How to Change an Ink Filter [142] Open Ink Filter Enclosure Cover Locate the bleed tube valve on the top of the ink filter you are going to change (the cap that holds it in place indicates the color of the ink line into that filter).
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Filters - How to Change an Ink Filter [143] Ink bleed tube valve Turn the bleed tube valve shutoff lever so that it is parallel to the bleed tube to open the valve and release any pressure, then flip the shutoff lever back to the perpendicular closed position after about 30 seconds.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Filters - How to Bleed an Ink Filter How to Change Ink Filters - How to Bleed an Ink Filter Procedure Open the ink purge valve of the target color to bleed and make sure the valves of the other colors (or varnish) are closed.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Filters - How to Bleed an Ink Filter [145] Maintenance Station Buttons Press the Raise Carriage button and then use the maintenance suction nozzle to remove any excess ink from the printhead that you purged.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change Ink Filters - Final Steps How to Change Ink Filters - Final Steps Procedure Check the new filter to make sure there are no ink leaks.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Introduction Your Océ...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb CAUTION The UV lamps and the carriage guard may be hot if the printer has been active.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb [147] Remove Lamp Filter Swing the UV lamp housing interlock safety arm out of the way: [148] Interlock Safety Arm •...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove the UV Lamp Bulb How to Remove the UV Lamp Bulb Procedure IMPORTANT Use cotton gloves when handling the UV lamp and Shutter assemblies;...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove the UV Lamp Bulb [150] Rotate light shields Disconnect both UV lamp cables by first loosening the screw lock and then pulling the lock away from the connectors.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove the UV Lamp Bulb [152] Remove UV lamp bulb Place the used bulb in a container for recycling. Dispose of the old UV lamp bulbs according to local environmental regulations.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Replace the Lamp Bulb How to Replace the Lamp Bulb Procedure IMPORTANT Wear cotton gloves. Avoid bare skin contact with the UV lamp bulbs. When heated, compounds from the skin can form permanent etching on the surface of the UV bulb.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Replace the Lamp Bulb Insert the bulb into the retainer clips one at a time, ensuring that the bulb is centered and seated firmly into the clips at both ends.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Replace the Lamp Housing How to Replace the Lamp Housing Procedure Wipe both the top and bottom of the quartz window at the base of the UV lamp-housing carriage bucket with an alcohol wipe.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Maintain White Ink How to Maintain White Ink Introduction Printers with the White Ink Option require care and maintenance to ensure that the white printheads function properly.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Maintain White Ink Procedure Open the clear plastic door of the Ink Bay. Press the quick-release coupler button at the bottom corner of the white ink bag to release it.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Roll Media Option Maintenance Roll Media Option Maintenance RMO Maintenance Guidelines Introduction The Océ Arizona 400 Series operator is responsible for the regular maintenance of the printer and, if it is installed, the roll media option.
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 RMO Maintenance Guidelines Chapter 12 - Printer Maintenance...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Introduction The capstan is a rubber-coated roller that helps to track and guide the media position.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove Stains (coffee, tea, soda pop, etc.) [154] Remove lint, dust, paper particles and debris How to Remove Stains (coffee, tea, soda pop, etc.) Supplies Needed: Rubber gloves, soap, hot water, and lint-free cloth.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove Uncured Ink on the Capstan How to Remove Uncured Ink on the Capstan Before you begin Supplies needed: •...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove Uncured Ink on the Capstan [156] Wipe up ink with cloth Wet a new absorbent cloth with alcohol and wipe up the remaining ink. [157] Wet fresh cloth with alcohol Chapter 12 - Printer Maintenance...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 How to Remove Uncured Ink on the Capstan NOTE It may be difficult to tell whether or not all the ink has left the surface. Continue to wet and wipe the capstan surface until the cloth does not show any sign of ink color.
Application Hints and Tips, Media Recommendations, Media Models, MSDS information, Customer Application Bulletins, and more. To access this information, navigate to: http://dgs.oce.com/ then select Printer Support - Customer Access. There is a Media Notes document that contains useful information about printing on various media.
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Application Resources on the Web Site Application Bulletin 17 - Managing Arizona 250GT Ink Inventory Application Bulletin 18 - How to Bleed Trapped Air from an Ink Filter Application Bulletin 19 - Reduce Static with an Océ...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Application Resources on the Web Site Application Bulletin 40 ONYX X10 Media Model and ICC Profile Creation Guidelines Application Bulletin 41 Optimizing XT Center Zone Vacuum Application Bulletin 42 Dibond Media Models Added to the Customer...
User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Index Index AC power.....77, 78, 80, 81, ICC profile .........100 AC power plug........77 Imperial Vacuum Zones..95, 96, 98, Alphanumeric input......47 Bag..........213...
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User Manual: Arizona (AZ) 440 GT, AZ 440 XT, AZ 460 GT, AZ 460 XT, AZ 480 GT, AZ 480 XT - Rev. B, 4/2013 Index Special Prints........46 Specifications........16 network connection......83 Static and Humidity....146, network connection settings....63 Static Suppression....146, network name ........83 suction-head........227 Nozzle check..227, 231, 233, 235, 236,...
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