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Epson GS6000-F Service Manual

SERVICE MANUAL
Large Format Color Inkjet Printer

Epson Stylus Pro GS6000

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SEIJ08001
Notice:
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The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.All effort have been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual. However, should any errors be detected, SEIKO EPSON would greatly
appreciate being informed of them.
The above not withstanding SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION can assume no responsibility for any errors in this manual or the consequences thereof. EPSON is a registered trademark of SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
General Notice: Other product names used herein are for identification purpose only and may be trademarks or registered trademarks of their
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Copyright © 2008 SEIKO EPSON CORPORATION.
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PRECAUTIONS
Precautionary notations throughout the text are categorized relative to 1) Personal injury and 2) Damage to equipment. DANGER Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in serious or fatal personal injury. Great caution should be exercised in performing
procedures preceded by DANGER Headings.
WARNING Signals a precaution which, if ignored, could result in damage to equipment. The precautionary measures itemized below should always be observed when performing repair/maintenance procedures.
DANGER
1. ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PRODUCT FROM THE POWER SOURCE AND PERIPHERAL DEVICES PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR PROCEDURES.
2. NO WORK SHOULD BE PERFORMED ON THE UNIT BY PERSONS UNFAMILIAR WITH BASIC SAFETY MEASURES AS DICTATED FOR ALL ELECTRONICS TECHNICIANS IN THEIR LINE OF WORK.
3. WHEN PERFORMING TESTING AS DICTATED WITHIN THIS MANUAL, DO NOT CONNECT THE UNIT TO A POWER SOURCE UNTIL INSTRUCTED TO DO SO. WHEN THE POWER SUPPLY CABLE MUST BE CONNECTED, USE EXTREME CAUTION IN WORKING ON POWER SUPPLY AND OTHER ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS.
4. WHEN DISASSEMBLING OR ASSEMBLING A PRODUCT, MAKE SURE TO WEAR GLOVES TO AVOID INJURY FROM METAL PARTS WITH SHARP EDGES.
WARNING
1. REPAIRS ON EPSON PRODUCT SHOULD BE PERFORMED ONLY BY AN EPSON CERTIFIED REPAIR TECHNICIAN.
2. MAKE CERTAIN THAT THE SOURCE VOLTAGES IS THE SAME AS THE RATED VOLTAGE, LISTED ON THE SERIAL NUMBER/RATING PLATE. IF THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS A PRIMARY AC RATING DIFFERENT FROM AVAILABLE POWER SOURCE, DO NOT CONNECT IT TO THE POWER SOURCE.
3. ALWAYS VERIFY THAT THE EPSON PRODUCT HAS BEEN DISCONNECTED FROM THE POWER SOURCE BEFORE REMOVING OR REPLACING PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARDS AND/OR INDIVIDUAL CHIPS.
4. IN ORDER TO PROTECT SENSITIVE MICROPROCESSORS AND CIRCUITRY, USE STATIC DISCHARGE EQUIPMENT, SUCH AS ANTI-STATIC WRIST STRAPS, WHEN ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS.
5. REPLACE MALFUNCTIONING COMPONENTS ONLY WITH THOSE COMPONENTS BY THE MANUFACTURE; INTRODUCTION OF SECOND­SOURCE ICs OR OTHER NON-APPROVED COMPONENTS MAY DAMAGE THE PRODUCT AND VOID ANY APPLICABLE EPSON WARRANTY.
6. WHEN AIR DUSTER IS USED ON THE REPAIR AND THE MAINTENANCE WORK, THE USE OF THE AIR DUSTER PRODUCTS CONTAINING THE INFLAMMABLE GAS IS PROHIBITED.
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About This Manual
This manual describes basic functions, theory of electrical and mechanical operations, maintenance and repair procedures of the printer. The instructions and procedures included herein are intended for the experienced repair technicians, and attention should be given to the precautions on the preceding page.
Manual Configuration
This manual consists of six chapters and Appendix.
CHAPTER 1.PRODUCT DESCRIPTIONS
Provides a general overview and specifications of the product.
CHAPTER 2.OPERATING PRINCIPLES
Describes the theory of electrical and mechanical operations of the product.
CHAPTER 3.TROUBLESHOOTING
Describes the step-by-step procedures for the troubleshooting.
CHAPTER 4.DISASSEMBLY / ASSEMBLY
Describes the step-by-step procedures for disassembling and assembling the product.
CHAPTER 5.ADJUSTMENT
Provides Epson-approved methods for adjustment.
CHAPTER 6.MAINTENANCE
Provides preventive maintenance procedures and the lists of Epson­approved lubricants and adhesives required for servicing the product.
CHAPTER 7.APPENDIX
Provides the following additional information for reference:
• Connectors
• ASP List
• Exploded Diagrams
Symbols Used in this Manual
Various symbols are used throughout this manual either to provide additional information on a specific topic or to warn of possible danger present during a procedure or an action. Be aware of all symbols when they are used, and always read NOTE, CAUTION, or WARNING messages.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that is necessary to keep the product’s quality.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice, or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in damage to, or destruction of, equipment.
May indicate an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that is necessary to accomplish a task efficiently. It may also provide additional information that is related to a specific subject, or comment on the results achieved through a previous action.
Indicates an operating or maintenance procedure, practice or condition that, if not strictly observed, could result in injury or loss of life.
Indicates that a particular task must be carried out according to a certain standard after disassembly and before re-assembly, otherwise the quality of the components in question may be adversely affected.
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Revision Status
Revision Date of Issue Description
A July 18, 2008 First release B December 12, 2008 Ch1:
1.2.2 Durability (p. 16)
Revised contents.
1.4.2 Panel Settings (p. 24)
Added the ROLL PAPER COUNTER menu.
1.4.3 Maintenance Mode (p. 32)
Added the REMAINING PPR SETUP menu.
1.4.4 Serviceman Mode (p. 33)
Added the menu list.
Ch4:
4.1.3 Recommended Tools (p. 66)
Added Thread-locker.
Ch5:
5.1.4 Tools for Adjustments (p. 191)
Added Thread-locker.
5.1.5 Service Program Basic Operations (p. 192)
Changed the explanation partially.
5.3.3 CR Height Adjustment (p. 204)
Corrected the values indicating the jig’s thickness.
5.4.6 Head Slant and Alignment Adjustment (p. 212)
Changed the explanation.
5.6.1 RTC and USB ID (p. 224)
Changed the explanation.
5.8.3 Electric Components Test (p. 236)
Changed the actions of the F COVER and the M COVER when checking partially.
Ch6:
6.4 Cleaning (p. 246)
Added the Carriage Rail Cleaner and the Carriage Rail Oil to the Maintenance Kit.
6.5 Lubrication (p. 253)
Added the Part No. of grease.
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Revision Date of Issue Description
B December 12, 2008 Ch7:
7.3 Parts List (p. 262)
Update the information to the latest.
7.4 Exploded Diagram (p. 267)
Update the information to the latest.
C June 5, 2009 Ch3:
3.3 Remedies for Maintenance Requests (p. 54)
Added a table.
3.4 Remedies for Service Call Error (p. 55)
Added the Debug error.
Ch4:
4.1.1 Precautions (p. 64)
Changed the warnings partially.
4.1.3 Recommended Tools (p. 66)
Changed the length of Hexagonal wrench.
4.4.9.6 LOWER BEARING (p. 152)
Added the disassembling/reassembling procedures.
Ch5:
5.1.4 Tools for Adjustments (p. 191)
Added 1000mm Ruler.
5.1.5 Service Program Basic Operations (p. 192)
Changed the name.
5.2 NV-RAM BACKUP UTILITY (p. 198)
Changed the steps of Restore Procedure.
5.8.2 CR Durability Test (p. 235)
Added the section.
Ch6:
6.5 Lubrication (p. 253)
Added the caution.
6.5 Lubrication (p. 253)
Change the name of grease.
6.5 Lubrication (p. 253)
Added the amount of lubricant.
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Revision Date of Issue Description
D September 18, 2009 Ch1:
Ink set configuration (p. 14)
Added the Ink Set Configuration.
Ch5:
5.3.2 CR Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment (p. 201)
Added the procedure.
E January 15, 2010 Ch4:
4.1.1 Precautions (p. 64)
Changed the cautions partially.
4.4.6.3 MAIN BOARD ASSY (p. 110)
Modified the adjustment.
4.4.11.11 CR CURSOR ASSY (p. 175)
Modified the adjustment.
4.4.9.2 CR REDUCTION BELT (p. 144)
Modified the adjustment.
4.4.9.5 CR MOTOR (p. 151)
Modified the adjustment.
4.4.11.1 PRINT HEAD/VALVE ASSEMBLY, HEAD (p. 158)
Modified the adjustment.
Ch5:
5.1.2 Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part (p. 186)
Changes partially.
5.6.4.1 IP Address Setup (p. 228)
Added the adjustment.
5.6.4.2 Network Test (p. 228)
Changed.
5.6.5 NVRAM CLEAR OK (p. 229)
Added the adjustment.
5.6.6 Rear Sensor Test/Rear AD Adjustment (p. 230)
Added the adjustment.
5.6.7 Input Serial Number (p. 231)
Added the adjustment.
5.6.8 CR Origin Adjustment (p. 232)
Added the adjustment.
5.3.2 CR Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment (p. 201)
Changed the procedure. Added the Video. (Chapter 8)
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Revision Date of Issue Description
F December 12, 2011 Ch5:
5.3.3 CR Height Adjustment (p. 204)
Change the Figure 5-20.
Ch5:
6.5 Lubrication (p. 253)
Change Grease type.
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Contents
Chapter 1 PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
1.1 Features ............................................................................................................... 12
1.2 Basic Specifications ........................................... ... ....................................... ... .... 13
1.2.1 Printer Specifications ................................................................................. 13
1.2.2 Durability ................................................................................................... 16
1.2.3 Paper size/Printable area ............................................................................ 16
1.2.4 Print Mode / Print Resolution .................................................................... 17
1.3 Dimensions and Main Components ............................................... ..................... 18
1.3.1 Dimensions and Weight ........................................................... .................. 18
1.3.2 Part Names ................................................................................................. 19
1.4 Control Panel .............................................................. ....................................... . 20
1.4.1 Buttons and Indicators ............................................................................... 20
1.4.2 Panel Settings ............................................ ........................................ ......... 24
1.4.3 Maintenance Mode .................................................................................... 32
1.4.4 Serviceman Mode ...................................................................................... 33
Chapter 2 OPERATING PRINCIPLES
2.1 Glossary .............................................................................................................. 41
2.2 Ink System ............................................................ ....................................... ....... 42
2.3 Carriage Mechanism ........................................................................................... 43
2.4 Paper Feed Mechanism ....................................................................................... 44
2.5 Heater Mechanism ..................................... ....................................... .................. 45
2.6 Boards ................................................................................................................. 46
2.7 Sensors ................................................................................................................ 47
2.8 Fans ..................................................................................................................... 48
3.1.2 Troubleshooting Procedure ........................................................................ 50
3.2 Remedies for Error Messages ............................................................................. 51
3.3 Remedies for Maintenance Requests ............................ ..................................... 54
3.4 Remedies for Service Call Error ........................................................................ 55
3.5 Remedies for Print Quality Troubles .............................................. ... ................. 60
Chapter 4 DISASSEMBLY & ASSEMBLY
4.1 Overview ................................................ ........................................ ... ................. 64
4.1.1 Precautions ................................................................................................. 64
4.1.2 Orientation Definition ................................................................................ 66
4.1.3 Recommended Tools ................................................................................. 66
4.2 Parts Diagram ..................................................................................................... 67
4.3 Disassembly Flowchart ...................................................................................... 76
4.4 Disassembly and Assembly Procedure ............................................................... 83
4.4.1 Basic Operations ........................................................................................ 83
4.4.2 Consumables/Accessories ............................................................. ............ 84
4.4.3 Housing ...................................................................................................... 85
4.4.4 Electric Components .................................................................................. 99
4.4.5 Fans ...................................................... ....................................... ............. 101
4.4.6 Boards ....................................................................................... ............... 109
4.4.7 Sensors ................................ ..................................................................... 123
4.4.8 Heaters/Thermistors ................................................................................. 137
4.4.9 Carriage Mechanism ................................................................................ 142
4.4.10 Paper Feed Mechanism .......................................................................... 155
4.4.11 Ink System Mechanism ......................................................................... 158
4.4.12 Take-Up Reel Unit ................................................................................. 177
Chapter 3 TROUBLE SHOOTING
3.1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 50
3.1.1 Preliminary Check ..................................................................................... 50
Chapter 5 ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Overview ................................................ ........................................ ... ............... 185
5.1.1 Precautions ............................................................................................... 185
5.1.2 Adjustment Items and the Order by Repaired Part .................................. 186
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5.1.3 Description of Adjustments ..................................................................... 189
5.1.4 Tools for Adjustments ............................................................................. 191
5.1.5 Service Program Basic Operations .......................................................... 192
5.1.6 Cautions and Preparation for Pattern Printing ......................................... 197
5.2 NV-RAM BACKUP UTILITY ........................................................................ 198
5.3 CR Related Adjustments .................................................................................. 199
5.3.1 CR Belt Tension Adjustment ................................................................... 199
5.3.2 CR Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment ................................................. 201
5.3.3 CR Height Adjustment ............................................................................ 204
5.3.4 Media Side Margin Adjustment ............................................................... 206
5.4 Head Related Adjustments ............................................................................... 207
5.4.1 Head Rank Input ...................................................................................... 207
5.4.2 Nozzle Check Pattern .............................................................................. 208
5.4.3 Cleaning and Washing ............................................................................. 209
5.4.4 Ink Discharge ........................................................................................... 210
5.4.5 Initial Ink Charge Flag ............................................................................. 211
5.4.6 Head Slant and Alignment Adjustment ................................................... 212
5.4.7 Head Nozzles Alignment Adjustment ..................................................... 218
5.4.8 Head Uni-D/Bi-D Low Gap Adjustment ................................................. 219
5.5 PF Related Adjustments ................................................................................... 222
5.5.1 PF Reduction Belt Tension Adjustment .................................................. 222
5.5.2 Paper Feed Adjustment ............................................................................ 223
5.6 Other Adjustments ............................................................................................ 224
5.6.1 RTC and USB ID ..................................................................................... 224
5.6.2 Firmware Update ..................................................................................... 225
5.6.3 Washing Sequence Flag ........................................................................... 227
5.6.4 IP Address Setup & Network Test ........................................................... 228
5.6.5 NVRAM CLEAR OK .............................................................................. 229
5.6.6 Rear Sensor Test/Rear AD Adjustment ................................................... 230
5.6.7 Input Serial Number ................................................................................ 231
5.6.8 CR Origin Adjustment ............................................................................. 232
5.7 Clear Counters .................................................................................................. 233
5.8 Tests .................................................................................................................. 234
5.8.1 Skew Test ................................................................................................. 234
5.8.2 CR Durability Test ................................................................................... 235
5.8.3 Electric Components Test ....................................... ................................. 236
6.1 Overview ................................................ ........................................ ... ............... 241
6.2 Setting up and Transportation .......................................................................... 242
6.2.1 Setting up ................................................................................................. 242
6.2.2 Transportation .............................................. ............................................ 243
6.3 Maintenance ............................................................ ......................................... 244
6.4 Cleaning .......................................... ....................................... ........................... 246
6.4.1 Cleaning Wiper ................................................................................. ....... 247
6.4.2 Around the Print head .............................................................................. 249
6.4.3 Cleaning the Pressure Rollers and Platen ................................................ 250
6.4.4 Cleaning and Lubricating the CR rail ...................................................... 252
6.5 Lubrication .............................................................. ......................................... 253
Chapter 7 APPENDIX
7.1 Block Wiring Diagram ..................................................................................... 258
7.2 Panel Menu Map .............................................................................................. 259
7.3 Parts List ............................................................. ....................................... ....... 262
7.4 Exploded Diagram ............................................................................................ 267
Chapter 6 MAINTENANCE
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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

CHAPTER
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1.1 Features

Epson Stylus Pro GS6000 is a wide-format color Eco-Solvent ink jet printer that supports 64-inch roll paper. The features of this printer are;
High-speed output
The new type print head achieves high-speed output. It is compatible with paper up to 1,625 mm in width.
Wide variety of compatible paper
The head is adjustable to two levels of height and compatible with paper up to
1.3 mm in thickness.
Vibrant color reproduction
Eight colors of ink are used for printing in order to reproduce sharp and vivid colors. This printer uses 950 ml large-capacity ink cartridges. Use of variable dots can improve color reproduction.
Multi-heater
Heaters are installed at three locations (pre, platen, after) allowing solvent ink to fix better on paper and dry quickly.
Auto Take-Up Reel Unit
Active indicator
The Active indicator flashes when an error has occurred during operation. Since the indicator is big, customers can easily check the operational status of the printer at a distance.
Figure 1-1. External View
This automatically takes up printed paper, keeping it clean and free of creases. It is also convenient for storage and transportation.
Large-capacity (950 ml) ink cartridge
Epson provides the large-capacity (950 ml) ink cartridges for this printer that realize the high productivity required for professional work.
High speed USB 2.0 / Gigabit Ethernet
You can connect to a high-speed network (such as USB 2.0 or Ethernet 100/1000) and that improves the file transfer speed.
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1.2 Basic Specifications

1.2.1 Printer Specifications

Item Specification
Printing method
Nozzle configuration
Character mode
Raster graphic mode
Resolution
Print direction Bidirectional
Control code
Character tables
Character sets EPSON Courier 10 cpi
Paper feed method
Paper path Roll paper
Note *1: Each color has two lines.
Character Pitch 10 cpi
Printing Column 635
Horizontal resolution 540 dpi 720 dpi 1440 dpi
Printable width 1615.0 mm (63.58")
Available dots 34,334 45,779 91,559
RAM 256 MB (MAIN) + 64 MB (Network)
On-demand ink jet Black: 180 nozzles per color x 2 Color: 180 nozzles per color x 2
(Cyan, Magenta, Light Cyan, Light
Magenta, Yellow, Green, Orange)
Maximum 1440 x 1440 dpi
ESC/P Raster, ESC/P2
PC 437 (US, Standard Europe)
Friction
*1
*1
ELECTRIC SPECIFICATIONS
Item
Rated voltage
Input voltage range AC 90 to 264 V
Rated frequency range
Input frequency range 49 to 61 Hz
Rated current
Power consumption
(MAIN + HEATER)
HEATER 11 A 6 A
TAKE-UP REEL
Ready
mode
Sleep mode Approx. 24 W
Power off: Approx. 3 W
Specification
100-120V Model 220-240V Model
AC 100 to 240 V
50 to 60 Hz
MAIN
Printing Approx. 680 W
Idle heat
ON
Idle heat
OFF
11 A 6 A
0.4A 0.4 A
Approx. 680 W
Approx 48 W Approx 40 W
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INK CARTRIDGES INK SET CONFIGURATION
Cartridge life
Temperature
Dimensions 53.1 mm (W) x 316.1 mm (D) x 146.2 mm (H)
Item Specification
Cyan
Magenta
Yellow
Colors
Capacity
Storage
(uninstalled)
Storage
(installed)
See expiry date on package or cartridge. Within 6 months after opening package.
-20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F) 1 month at 40°C (104°F)
-10 to 40°C (14 to 104°F)
Black
Light Cyan
Light Magenta
Green
Orange
4 days at 32°C (90°F)
950 ml
Ink Set Configuration
Ink Type 1-row 2-row 3-row 4-row 5-row 6-row 7-row 8-row
Pigment Or Gr Lm Lc K Y M C
Note : 1-row starting from the left facing the front of the printer.
Nozzle Configuration
LEFT HEAD:
Ink Type 1-row 2-row 3-row 4-row 5-row 6-row 7-row 8-row
PigmentMMCCKKYY
Note : 1-row starting from the left facing the front of the printer.
RIGHT HEAD:
Ink Type 1-row 2-row 3-row 4-row 5-row 6-row 7-row 8-row
PigmentOrOrGrGrLcLcLmLm
Note : 1-row starting from the left facing the front of the printer.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Item Specification
Operation 20 to 32°C (68 to 89.6°F)
Temperature
Humidity
Note *: Without condensation
Print Quality Guarantee 22 to 32°C (72 to 89.6°F)
Storage
Operation 40 to 60% RH*
Print Quality Guarantee 40 to 60% RH*
Storage 20 to 80% RH*
-10 to 40°C (14 to 104°F) 4 days at 32°C (90°F)
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ROLL PAPER
Item Specification
Paper size (width)
Internal diameter 3 inches
Outer diameter
When Head height
Thickness
adjustment lever is Low
When Head height
adjustment lever is High
Weight Max. 30 kg
STANDARDS AND APPROVALS
Item Specification
Safety
EMC
Low Voltage Directive
300 mm (12") to 1625 mm (64")
Max. 170 mm (6.7")
Max 0.3 mm
Max 1.3 mm
UL 60950-1
CSA No. 60950-1
2006/95/EC
FCC part 15 subpart B class A
CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22 Class A
AS/NZS CISPR 22 Class A
EN 55022 Class A
EMC Directive
2004/108/EC
EN 60950-1
EN 55024 EN 61000-3-2 EN 61000-3-3
MECHANISM
CR and PF drive method
Paper feed method Loads paper at the rear and ejects paper to the front
Print Head
Ink
Waste ink tank
Take-Up Reel
Unit
Item Specification
Servo motor and DC motor are operated by the firmware
180 nozzles x 8 rows
Two Print Heads are mounted.
Ink supply
method
Ink type Eco-Solvent ink
Ink colors
Attachment Secured to the main unit
Capacity 2,000 ml Full tank
detection
Noise 50dB or lower
Drive method Driven by DC geared motor
Ink is supplied from the independent ink cartridges
through a tubes via the sub tanks.
Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan,
Light Magenta, Green, Orange
Detected by the float sensor
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1625mm

1.2.2 Durability

The following lists the parts that need periodical replacement as indicated.
Item Durability Panel message display
Head Caps
Wiper 1 year None
Head & Dumpers
CR Motor 6,220,000 passes Indicated
PF Motor
6,000,000,000 dots/nozzle None
1 year None
30,000 m. None

1.2.3 Paper size/Printable area

SUPPORTED PAPER SIZE/THICKNESS
The supported paper size and thickness are described below.
Item Value
Width
Thickness
When Head height adjustment lever is Low Max 0.3 mm
When Head height adjustment lever is High Max 1.3 mm
300 to 1625 mm
Figure 1-2. Supported Paper Size
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Unit: mm
C
B-R
B-L
A
Feed direction
PRINTABLE AREA
The printable area of this printer is described below.

1.2.4 Print Mode / Print Resolution

The table below lists the print mode and the resolution.
Media
Type
Marking
Film
Banner
Print
quality
Max
Quality Quality
Quality
Quality
Speed 1 540x720dpi VSD1d-V(400cps) 3x2 pass
Speed 2 720x720dpi VSD1d-V(400cps) 2x2 pass
Speed 3 720x360dpi VSD1d-L(400cps) 2x1 pass
Print density
(HxV)
1440x1440dpi VSD3d-S(320cps) 4x4 pass
1440x720dpi VSD3d-V(320cps) 4x2 pass
1
720x720dpi VSD3d-V(400cps) 4x2 pass
2
540x720dpi VSD3d-V(400cps) 3x2 pass
3
Dot size
Pass
(CRxPF)
Uni/Bi
Uni-D 1.6
Uni-D 3.3
Uni-D 3.6
Uni-D 5.5
Uni-D 5.5
Uni-D 8.3
Uni-D 16.6
Throughput
2
(m
Bi-D 2.9
Bi-D 5.8
Bi-D 7.0
Bi-D 9.3
Bi-D 9.3
Bi-D 13.6
Bi-D 25.3
/h)
Item Value
A Min. 5 mm B-L B-R 5 to 25 mm
C
Min. 5 mm When end of the roll paper, the margin will be 77.4 mm.
Figure 1-3. Printable Area
5 to 25 mm
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1,045 mm
2,698 mm
1,267 mm

1.3 Dimensions and Main Components

This section describes the printer dimensions and the main components.

1.3.1 Dimensions and Weight

Figure 1-4. Printer Dimensions (standard)
Dimensions
Standard (wi th the Auto Take-up Reel Unit):
2,698 (W) x 1,045 (D) x 1,267 (H) mm
Without the Auto Take-up Reel Unit:
2,698 (W) x 943 (D) x 1,267 (H) mm
Weight
Printer main body and the Stand (excludes the ink cartridges and paper):
Approx. 183 kg
Printer main body only (excludes the ink cartridges and paper):
Approx. 150 kg
Auto Take-up Reel unit: Approx. 19 kg
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Pressure Rollers
Front Cover
Platen
Paper holder plate
Maintenance
Cover
Paper Guide
Front Cover
Paper Holder Plate
Active Indicator
Stand
Adjuster
AC inlet
Adjuster
Stand
Ink drain tank
Paper lever
Maintenance
Cover
Control panel
Paper Guide
Paper Feed Slot
Ink Cartridge Compartment
Roll Paper Holders
Network Interface Connector
USB Interface Connector
Waste Ink Valve
Roll Paper Holders
Ink Cartridge
Compartment

1.3.2 Part Names

FRONT
Figure 1-5. Part Name (Front)
REAR
Figure 1-6. Part Name (Rear)
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[Pause/Reset]
button
b
a
[Heater]
button
c
[Enter]
button
d
[Low Heat]
button
g
[High Heat]
button
h
[Power] button
[Paper Feed]
button
e
[Paper Feed]
button
e
[Menu]
button
f

1.4 Control Panel

1.4.1 Buttons and Indicators

BUTTONS
Figure 1-7. Buttons
Button Name Function
a
b
c
d[Enter]
e [Paper Feed]
f [Menu]
g [Low Heat]
h [High Heat]
Note *1 : When AUTO TAKE-UP REEL is ON in the Menu mode, the roll paper cannot be
[Power]
[Pause/Reset]
[Heater]
fed in the reverse direction.
Turns the printer on or off. Stops printing temporarily, or restarts printing if pressed when the
printer is in the pause mode. Clears print data in the printer memory if pressed and held for
3 seconds. The printer returns to the READY state when this button is
pressed in the Menu mode. Selects a heater type. From the right, Pre Heater, Platen Heater,
and After Heater are displayed on the LCD panel. Select a heater type, and then press the [High Heat] button or [Low Heat] button to change the preset temperature.
Returns to the previous level when pressed in the Menu mode. Sets the selected parameter in the selected item in the Menu mode.
Executes the item if the selected item is for execution only. Feeds the roll paper in the forward or reverse direction. Changes the parameter in the forward or reverse order when
selecting a desired parameter in the Menu mode. The numeric value is decreased or increased during numerical
input. Enters the Menu mode when pressed in the READY state. Enters the Printer Status menu if pressed during printing. Stops printing temporarily, or restarts When pressed in the Menu
mode, a desired menu can be selected. Performs Cleaning (Light) to clean the print heads if pressed and
held for 3 seconds. Decreases the preset temperature of the heater. You can also
change the preset temperature while printing. Increases the preset temperature of the heater. You can also
change the preset temperature while printing.
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Ink Check
light
Pause
light
b
Paper Check
light
c
d
Active indicator
g
Low Heat
light
e
Power light
a
High Heat light
f
LIGHTS (LED)
Figure 1-8. Lights (LED)
Name Status Description
Power light
a
b Pause light
c Paper Check light
d Ink Check light
e Low Heat light
f High Heat light
g Active indicator
On The printer is on.
The printer is:
• analyzing the data
Flashing
Off The printer is off.
On
Off The printer is ready to print data. On No paper is loaded in the printer.
Flashing
Off The printer is ready to print data.
On
Flashing The installed ink cartridge is nearly expended. Off The printer is ready to print data.
The status or the meaning is shown by combination of the light. See ?<Combination of Low and High Heat Lights>? (p22).
Flashing An error has occurred. Off The printer has no error.
• printing
• cleaning
• in process of turning off
The printer is in the Menu mode. The printer is in the pause mode.
Paper is jammed. Paper is not loaded straight. Paper is nearly ended. The maintenance call has occurred.
The installed ink cartridge is expended. The ink cartridge is not installed. The wrong ink cartridge is installed.
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a b
c
d
e
<Combination of Low and High Heat Lights>
When the printer is READY
High Heat Low Heat Status
On On The three heaters have reached preset temperature.
Flashing Off
Flashing Flashing A heater error has occurred.
Off Off Heaters are off.
One or more of the heaters is/are trying to reach the preset temperature.
When selecting a Heater to set the temperature.
High Heat Low Heat Status
On On
On Off
Off On
You can change the temperature to higher or lower than the current setting.
You can change the temperature to higher than the current setting.
You can change the temperature to lower than the current setting.
DISPLAY
Figure 1-9. Display
Name Description
a
b
c
d Platen Gap icon Displays the Platen Gap setting that is read by the sensor.
eHeater icon
Messages
Paper Type
Ink cartridge
status icon
Displays the printer status, operation, and error messages. When you select paper type (1 to 30) in the Paper Setup
menu, the number you selected appears.
Displays the remaining amount of ink in each cartridge.
Displays the preset temperature and the current temperature of the Pre Heater, Platen Heater, and After Heater.
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Ink cartridge status icon
Ink cartridges
No. Ink color
1 Orange (OR) 2 Green (GR) 3 Light Magenta (LM) 4 Light Cyan (LC) 5Black (BK) 6 Yellow (Y) 7Magenta (M) 8 Cyan (C)
Ink remaining
Icon Description
Platen Gap icon
Icon Explanation
High
Low
Heater icon
Icon Explanation
The preset temperature is indicated by the graduation and the numerical value.
The current temperature is indicated by the thermometer icon.
There is enough ink remaining.
We recommend you prepare a new ink cartridge.
The icon flashes. The yellow ink cartridge is nearly empty. Prepare a new ink cartridge.
The ink is expended so you cannot print. Replace the ink cartridge with a new one. This icon indicates the yellow tank.
Cartridge error or no cartridge.
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1.4.2 Panel Settings

This section describes the panel settings that customers can change. For the map of menu, see ?7.2 Panel Menu Map? (p259)
MENU LIST
.
Menu Item
SIDE MARGIN
PAPER SIZE CHECK
PAPER SKEW CHECK
PRINTER SETUP
PRINT NOZZLE PATTERN
HEATING TIME
FLUSH ONTO PAPER
FLUSING FREQUENCY
PAPER ORIGIN SETUP 0mm* - 800mm You can set the beginning of printing (origin) of the horizontal direction.
Parameter
(*: Default setting)
5mm* - 25mm (0.2inch* - 1.00inch)
ON* You can select whether to check the paper width.
OFF
ON* If the paper is not straight, “PAPER SKEW” appears on the LCD panel and the printer stops printing.
OFF
OFF* ON: EVERY PAGE ON: EVERY 10 PAGES OFF 10min* - 240min YES* You can set up the flushing operation while printing.
NO
5PASS* You can set the frequency that the print head returns to the flushing box when setting YES in the FLUSH ONTO 1PASS - 999PASS
You can set the margin for left and right side.
ON:
Check the paper width and top edge of the paper.
NO:
Do not check the paper width and top edge of the paper. The printer continues to print even if the paper width does not match the data width, and the printer may print beyond the paper. Because this soils the inside of the printer, we recommend you select ON. This may result in a wider blank margin at the top of each page.
A paper align error does not occur even if the printed data is out of range of the paper, and the printer continues to print.
When you select ON, the printer prints the nozzle check pattern before printing each print job or the 10th sheet, depending on the setting you have set.
You can set the length of time to preheat the heaters. When more than the set time has passed after turning on the printer or after printing is finished, each heater turns off.
YES:
The printer performs the flushing operation on the page margins. The printing speed improves since the number of times to return to the flushing box is decreased.
NO:
Performs the flushing operation to return to the flushing box every time the print head goes and returns.
PAPER setting. (When you select 5PASS, the print head returns to the flushing box every time the print head goes and returns five times.)
Explanation
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C A U T I O N
C H E C K
P O I N T
Menu Item
AUTO TAKE-UP REEL
HEAD FAN (COOLING FAN)
PRINTER SETUP
REGULAR CLEANING
ROLL PAPER COUNTER
INITIALIZE SETTINGS EXECUTE You can return all setting values you have made in the Printer Setup menu to their factory set value.
PAPER TYPE
PAPER SETUP
PAPER SETUP
Parameter
(*: Default setting)
Explanation
ON* Use this setting when using the Auto Take-Up Reel Unit. When ON is selected, you cannot feed the roll paper in
the reverse direction.
OFF
When the Auto Take-Up Reel Unit is not installed, do not set to ON. By doing so, the product will be unable to function properly.
ON* OFF
You can set up the head fan operation. If print blurring or dot losses occur, select ON.
OFF Yo u can set the auto cleaning interval of this printer. When more than the set time ha s passed since t he previ ous
print job, the print head is cleaned automatically to prevent it from clogging.
The timer will be reset at the following timing:
1h, 2h, 3h, 4h, 5h, 6h*, 9h, 12h, 18h, 24h
when turning on the printer when changing the interval of the auto cleaning when performing the cleaning manually
OFF* In this setting, the alert can be set off when the remaining paper falls below 2m. Enter the remaining amount 5 - 99.5m (15 - 300ft)
STANDARD* PAPER No.1 - 30
(length) of paper currently set on the printer. This menu is displayed only when the REMAINING PPR SETUP in Maintenance Mode is set to ON.
You can select the paper type to print.
STANDARD* When you select STANDARD, the default settings are used.
When you select a number (between 1 to 30), you can register the settings (such as Print Mode, Paper Feed Adjust, Head Alignment, Pre Heater, Platen Heater, After Heate r, M/W Adjus tme nt, Paper Suction, Drying
PAPER No.1 - 30
Time, Carriage Movement, Print Multiple Layer) or to recall these settings you have made. The number you select here is displayed on the LCD panel.
See ?Details of PAPER SETUP? (p29).
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C H E C K
P O I N T
Menu Item
CLEANING (VERY LIGHT) EXECUTE You can perform very light cleaning. It discharges a smaller amount of ink compared to CLEANING (LIGHT). CLEANING (LIGHT) EXECUTE You can perform normal cleaning. Select this mode normally.
CLEANING (MEDIUM) EXECUTE
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING (HEAVY) EXECUTE
HEAD WASHING EXECUTE
CARRIAGE MAINTENANCE EXECUTE The carriage will move into a position allowing you to clean the cleaning wiper and around the print head.
MAINTENANCE
CLOCK SETTING MM/DD/YY HH:MM You can set year, month, date, hour, and minute. CONTRAST ADJUSTMENT -20 - 0 - +20 You can adjust the contrast of the LCD panel.
NOZZLE CHECK PRINT
STATUS SHEET PRINT You can print the current printer status.
TEST PRINT
NETWORK STATUS SHEET PRINT You can print the current network status. JOB INFORMATION PRINT You can print the job information saved in the printer (up to 10 jobs). CUSTOM PAPER PRINT You can print custom paper information registered in the Paper Setup menu.
Parameter
(*: Default setting)
Explanation
You can perform strong cleaning. It discharges a larger amount of ink compared to CLEANING (LIGHT). Use this mode when the print head clog situation does not improve by CLEANING (LIGHT).
You can perform stronger cleaning. It discharges a larger amount of ink compared to CLEANING (MEDIUM). Use this mode when the print head clog situation does not improve by CLEANING (MEDIUM).
You can perform the head washing.
Cleaning cartridge (option) is needed to perform head washing.
You can print a print head nozzle check pattern for each ink cartridge. It also prints the firmware version and the ink usage.
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Menu Item
VERSION T0xxxx-xx xx IBCC You can see the firmware version. PRINTABLE PAGES (ink color) nnnnnn PAGES Yo u can see the number of pages printable for each ink cartridge. INK LEVEL (ink color) nn% You can see the status of each ink cartridge.
USAGE COUNT
CLEAR USAGE COUNT
PRINTER STATUS
JOB HISTORY
TOTAL PRINTS nnnnnn PAGES You can see the total amount of pages you have printed.
EDM STATUS
Parameter
(*: Default setting)
INK xxxxx.xml PAPER xxxxx.xcm INK EXECUTE PAPER EXECUTE No. 0-No. 9
INK xxxxx.xml PAPER xxx.x cm2
NOT STARTED, ENABLED, DISABLED
LAST UPLOADED MM/DD/YY HH:MM GMT, (NOT UPLOADED)
Explanation
You can see the ink consumption in milliliters and paper consumption amount in centimeters. Values shown in USAGE COUNT are rough indications.
You can clear the values set in USAGE COUNT.
You can see ink consumption (INK) in milliliters and paper size (PAPER) for e ach print job saved in t he printer. The latest job is saved as No. 0.
You can see if the EDM is enabled or disabled. If the EDM is enabled, the time that the EDM status was last uploaded is displayed.
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Menu Item
NETWORK SETUP
IP ADDRESS SETTING
NETWORK SETUP
IP, SM, DG SETTING
BONJOUR
INIT NETWORK SETTING EXECUTE You can return the network settings of the printer to the factory default value.
Parameter
(*: Default setting)
DISABLE You can configure the network setting of the printer. The following items appear only when ENABLE is
selected. After setting the items, press the button in the Network Setup menu, so the network is reset and the
ENABLE
AUTO PANEL IP ADDRESS
000.000.000.000 -
192.168.192.168* -
255.255.255.255 SUBNET MASK
000.000.000.000 -
255.255.255.000* -
255.255.255.255 DEFAULT GATEWAY
000.000.000.000 -
255.255.255.255* ON OFF
network connection is available after 15 seconds. The Network Setup menu does not appear while resetting the network.
You can select the method to set the IP address to the printer. When you select PANEL, IP, SM, DG SETTING appears.
You can change settings of IP address, subnet mask, and default gateway.
You can enable or disable the Bonjour setting.
Explanation
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b
c
C H E C K
P O I N T
Details of PAPER SETUP
After you have selected the paper number, make the following settings.
Item Parameter Explanation
MAX QUALITY You can select the print quality (print mode) according to the usage of print data or print speed. QUALITY1 QUALITY2 QUALITY3
PRINT MODE
SPEED1 SPEED2
SPEED3
PAPER FEED ADJUST
LINE FEED ADJUST PRINT SAMPLE PATTERN
HEAD ALIGNMENT BI-D ALL You can perform print head alignment. Check the pattern and enter the value that has the smallest gaps.
OFF You can set the Pre Heater temperature. The Pre Heater is located under the rear paper guide. Set up to preheat
MAX QUALITY, QUALITY1, QUALITY2:
Performs high-quality printing. Use this mode when printing high quality graphic data that includes photo data. MAX QUALITY provides priority to print quality. QUALITY1 is balanced between quality and efficiency. QUALITY2 provides priority to print efficiency.
QUALITY3:
Performs standard printing. Use this mode when printing graphic data.
SPEED1, SPEED2, SPEED3:
Performs high-speed printing. Use this mode when printing text or graphics. SPEED1 provides priority to print quality. SPEED2 is balanced between quality and efficiency. SPEED3 provides priority to print efficiency.
You can set the paper feed amount of the printable area. If the paper feed value is too large, white horizontal micro-banding may appear. If the paper feed value is too small, dark horizontal micro-banding may appear.
the paper before printing and insulate the temperature change in the printer section.
PRE HEATER
30oC to 50oC (86oF to 122oF)
a. Print head, b. Pre Heater, c. Roll paper
For appropriate temperatures to set to this function, see the instructions included with the paper, or contact your supplier.
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a
b
c
C H E C K
P O I N T
a
b
c
C H E C K
P O I N T
Item Parameter Explanation
OFF You can set the Platen Heater temperature. The Platen Heater is locate d und er the print heads. Set this menu to
warm up ink and improve print quality.
PLATEN HEATER
AFTER HEATER
30oC to 50oC (86oF to 122oF)
a. Print head, b. Platen Heater, c. Roll paper
For appropriate temperatures to set to this function, see the instructions included with the paper, or contact your supplier.
OFF You can set the After Heater temperature. The After Heater is located under the front paper guide. Set this menu
to dry printed paper.
30oC to 50oC (86oF to 122oF)
a. After Heater, b. Print head, c. Roll paper
For appropriate temperatures to set to this function, see the instructions included with the paper, or contact your supplier.
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