Epson EMP 7600 User Manual
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JetPlate 7600
Setup Guide
JetPlate Systems LLC
34 Franklin ST
Nashua, NH 03064
(603) 882-5919
(877) 747-2372
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Contents
CONTENTSCHAPTER 1: OVERVIEW-------------------------------------------------------------------2
CHAPTER 1: OVERVIEW -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------4
Space Requirements for JetPlate & Proofer ---------------------------------------------------------4
UV Light restrictions-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------5
CHAPTER 2: SETTING UP THE JETPLATE 7600 ---------------------------------------------------6
Unpacking and Assembling the Optional Stand---------------------------------------------------- 6
Unpacking the Printer ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------7
Mounting the Printer on the Optional Stand--------------------------------------------------------- 8
Attaching the Paper Basket -------------------------------------------------------------------------------9
Connecting the Power Cord----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 10
Installing the Ink Cartridges----------------------------------------------------------------------------- 11
Loading Roll Paper----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 12
Installing the JetPlate Rip 8.0.4 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 14
Connecting the Printer to Your Computer---------------------------------------------------------- 14
Connecting to the USB Port ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14
Connecting to the Parallel Port (Windows Only)------------------------------------------------ 15
Nozzle Check and Alignment --------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Printing a Nozzle Check Pattern-------------------------------------------------------------------- 15
Cleaning the Print Head from the Control Panel------------------------------------------------ 16
Performing a Power Cleaning ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Aligning the Print Head-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16
Examining the UNI-D ALL Alignment Pattern --------------------------------------------------- 17
Examining the BI-D BLACK Alignment Pattern ------------------------------------------------- 18
Examining the BI-D ALL Alignment Pattern------------------------------------------------------ 18
CHAPTER 3: PLATEN AND COVER INSTALLATION-------------------------------------------- 20
CHAPTER 4: FLUSHING AND CHARGING---------------------------------------------------------- 21
Draining The JetPlate --------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Enter Override mode ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 21
Exit Override Mode------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
Charge with Plate Marker Fluid --------------------------------------------------------------------- 22
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CHAPTER 5: JETPROOF (OPTIONAL)--------------------------------------------------------------- 23
CHAPTER 6: JETPLATE 7600 TROUBLESHOOTING FAQS ---------------------------------- 24
JetPlate Faqs------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
How do I check the alignment of the print head on the JetPlate 7600 and JetProof 7600?
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Printing the Alignment Pattern ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 24
Examining the UNI-D ALL Alignment Pattern.--------------------------------------------------- 25
Examining the BI-D BLACK Alignment Pattern. ------------------------------------------------ 26
Examining the BI-D ALL Alignment Pattern------------------------------------------------------ 26
My Plates have white lines or extra lines in text, how do I fix this? --------------------------- 28
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern ----------------------------------------------------------------- 28
Cleaning the Print Head From the Control Panel----------------------------------------------- 28
Performing a Power Cleaning From the Control Panel ------------------------------------------ 29
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Chapter 1: Overview
This manual covers the assembly and initial adjustments of the JetPlate 7600 and JetProof
7600.
• Space requirements for Jetplate & Proofer (optional)
• UV Light restrictions
• Setup JetPlate
1. Assembling the JetPlate
2. Nozzle Check and Alignment
3. Installing PrintPlate
4. Platen and Cover Installation
5. Flushing and Charging Process
• Setup the Proofer (optional)
• Installing the JetPlate Rip 8.0.4
Space Requirements for JetPlate & Proofer
• The JetPlate requires
a sturdy table surface
at least 4' by 2.5' with
a height of 30”.
• You will need to have
enough free floor
space to the right of
the table so that you
can stand there while
positioning the input
platen.
• The Epson 7600
Proofer Printer has an
optional stand,
recommended.
• Both units should be
close enough to your
computer to connect
the JetPlate 7600
and/or Proofer with
the twelve-foot cables
that are shipped with
your JetPlate system.
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UV Light restrictions
• The printing plates used with the JetPlate System are UV-sensitive.
Therefore, a yellow or low tungsten light environment is required for the
JetPlate.
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Chapter 2: Setting up the JetPlate 7600
Unpacking and Assembling the Optional Stand
The JetPlate is shipped in two boxes: the JetPlate box and the Platen box.
If you ordered the optional stand, you will have a third box.
Skip this step if you did not order the optional stand.
1. Unpack the optional stand if ordered, and make sure you have all these items. You
will also need a Phillips screwdriver.
Parts:
A: Base, right and left (1 each)
B: Leg, right and left (1 each)
C: Bottom support bar (1)
D: Top support bar (1)
E: Basket hooks (4)
F: Basket (1)
Accessories:
G: Allen wrench (1)
H: Bolts (4) for attaching lower bar to legs
I: Bolts (2) for attaching legs to base
J: Collars (2) for attaching lower bar to legs
K: Phillips screws with washers (4) for attaching top support bar to legs
L: Wing screws (2) for attaching printer to stand
M: Washers (2) for attaching printer to stand
2. Insert one of the legs into the base as
shown. (The bolt holes line up only if the
leg is matched with the correct base.) Use
the included Allen wrench to fasten the
leg with two bolts (H).
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3. Assemble the other leg and base in the same way.
4. Attach the bottom support bar as shown. Fasten the bar with one collar U) and one
bolt (I) at each end.
5. Attach the top support bar as shown. Use a Phillips screwdriver to fasten the four
small screws (K).
6. Make sure each part of the stand is tightened securely.
Unpacking the Printer
1. Open the JetPlate box.
2. Carefully remove all the small pieces including software, manuals, trays, cables,
and set them out of the way. Use the packing list to confirm receipt of all parts.
3. Remove the roll paper, polystyrene foam, and cardboard cushions.
4. Remove the handles from the sides of the box as shown.
5. Lift the box up and away from the printer. Remove the ink cartridges and other
accessories from the side as shown below. Remove ink cartridges and accessories
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6. Remove the cardboard panels from around the printer.
7. Take out the foam supports from under the printer.
8. Remove any packing tape. Check these areas:
• front cover
• ink compartment cover (in front on the left)
• maintenance tank (on the right side near the bottom)
9. Open the front cover. Then unscrew the bolt and remove the bracket securing the
print head. Save the bolt and bracket in case you need to ship the printer.
10. If you want to set the printer on a desk, use at least two people to hold it as shown.
11. Otherwise, follow the instructions in the next section to mount it on the optional
stand.
Mounting the Printer on the Optional Stand
If you have an optional stand, follow these steps to mount the printer:
1. Lock the casters and lower the stabilizer knobs to keep the stand from rolling.
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2. Using two people, hold the printer at the indicated locations. Then set it on the stand
as shown.
3. Fasten the printer to the stand with wing screws Q and washers (M).
Attaching the Paper Basket
This section is for the Optional Proofer ONLY!
1. Attach the metal rods as shown. The free
ends of the rods should point outward.
2. Snap the basket's plastic connectors onto the metal rods at the rear of the stand.
(The rear connectors are labeled with an R.)
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