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Contents
Contents
Copyrights and Trademarks
Introduction
Important Safety Instructions................. 5
When choosing a place for this product. . . . . . . . 5
When setting up this product............... 5
When using this product................... 5
When handling the ink packs............... 6
Notes on This Guide........................ 6
Meaning of Symbols...................... 6
Illustrations............................ 6
Operating System Versions................. 6
Printer Parts.............................. 7
Front (SC-F7100 Series). .................. 7
Front (SC-F7000 Series). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Slider................................ 13
LAN port............................. 13
Inside................................ 14
Back................................. 15
Control panel.......................... 17
Understanding the Display................ 18
Features................................ 20
Realizing High Productivity................ 20
Superior Ease of Use..................... 20
Notes on Usage and Storage.................. 21
Installation space....................... 21
Notes when using the printer............... 21
Notes when not using the printer............ 22
Notes on Handling Ink Packs and Ink Tanks
.................................... 23
Handling Media........................ 23
Using the Supplied Software................. 25
Contents of the Software Disc.............. 25
Starting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2......... 26
Exiting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2......... 26
Uninstalling Software...................... 26
Removing the Take-up Roll (SC-F7100 Series)
.................................... 48
Media Loading (SC-F7000 Series). . . . . . . .... 50
Removing the Take-up Roll (SC-F7000 Series)
.................................... 55
Before Printing........................... 56
Saving Optimal Settings for the Current Media
(Print Media Settings)...................... 57
Parameters Stored in Media Setting Banks. . . . . 57
Saving Settings......................... 57
Changing the after heater temperature setting
(SC-F7100 Series only)..................... 62
Correcting Print Misalignment (Head
Alignment).............................. 62
Feed Adjustment.......................... 64
Using a Test Pattern..................... 64
Performing Feed Adjustment During Printing
.................................... 65
Printable area............................ 66
Maintenance
Daily Maintenance........................ 68
Cleaning the Platen, Pressure Rollers, and
Media Holding Plates.................... 68
Checking for clogged nozzles............... 69
Head Cleaning......................... 70
Maintenance Around the Print Head........... 71
Part Cleaning: Preparation and Notes........ 71
How to Clean.......................... 72
Disposing of Waste Ink................... 76
Replacing the Wiper and Wiper Cleaner. . . . . . 78
Chip Unit Replacement and Ink Refills.......... 81
Time Period for Chip Unit Replacements and
Ink Refills............................. 81
Procedure for Replacement and Ink Refills..... 81
Disposal of Used Consumables............... 84
Parts That Are Periodically Replaced........... 85
Basic Operations
Loading and Exchanging Media............... 27
Loading Media (SC-F7100 Series)........... 28
Loading Media (SC-F7000 Series)........... 33
Viewing and Changing Media Settings........ 39
Exchanging Media...................... 40
Using the Auto Take-up Reel Unit............. 42
Media Loading (SC-F7100 Series)........... 42
Using the Control Panel Menu
Menu Operations......................... 86
Menu List............................... 87
Details of the Menu........................ 91
The Media Setup Menu................... 91
Printer Setup Menu...................... 96
The Maintenance Menu.................. 98
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The Print Logs Menu.................... 99
The Printer Status Menu.................. 99
The Network Setup Menu................ 100
The Preference Menu................... 100
The Reset All Settings Menu.............. 101
Problem Solver
When a Message is Displayed................ 102
When a Maintenance Call/Service Call Occurs. . . 103
Troubleshooting......................... 104
You cannot print (because the printer does not
work)............................... 104
The printer sounds like it is printing, but
nothing prints......................... 104
The prints are not what you expected........ 105
Media............................... 108
Others.............................. 110
Appendix
Options and Consumable Products........... 111
Supported Media......................... 112
Moving and Transporting the Printer.......... 112
Moving the Printer..................... 112
Transport............................ 113
Removing and Attaching the Media Guide Bar. . . 113
Removing the Media Guide Bar............ 113
Attaching the Media Guide Bar............ 116
Parallel adjustment....................... 118
Parallel adjustment using Tool A........... 119
Parallel adjustment using Tool B. . . . . . . . . . . 129
System Requirements..................... 144
Specifications Table....................... 144
Standards and Approvals................. 145
Help for Users in India.................. 149
Help for Users in the Philippines........... 150
Software License Terms
Open Source Software Licenses.............. 151
Bonjour............................. 151
Other Software Licenses................... 156
Info-ZIP copyright and license............. 156
Where To Get Help
Technical Support Web Site................. 146
Contacting Epson Support.................. 146
Before Contacting Epson................. 146
Help for Users in North America........... 147
Help for Users in Europe................. 147
Help for Users in Australia............... 147
Help for Users in Singapore............... 148
Help for Users in Thailand................ 148
Help for Users in Vietnam................ 148
Help for Users in Indonesia............... 148
Help for Users in Hong Kong.............. 149
Help for Users in Malaysia................ 149
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Introduction
Introduction
Important Safety Instructions
Read all of these instructions before using the printer.
Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the printer.
When choosing a place for this
❏ Use only the power cord that comes with this
product. Use of another cord may result in fire or
electric shock.
❏ Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏ If you use an extension cord with this product,
make sure the total ampere rating of the devices
plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the
cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total
ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall
outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere
rating.
❏ If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe
the following:
product
❏ Place this product on a flat, stable surface that is
larger than this product. This product will not
operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
❏ Avoid places subject to rapid changes in
temperature and humidity. Also keep it away from
direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
❏ Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
❏ Keep this product away from dusty areas.
❏ Place this product near a wall outlet where the plug
can be easily unplugged.
When setting up this product
❏ This product’s power cord is for use with this
product only. Use with other equipment may result
in fire or electric shock.
❏ Connect all equipment to properly grounded
power outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same
circuit as copiers or air control systems that
regularly switch on and off.
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this printer, the
building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16
amp circuit breaker.
❏ If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or
consult a qualified electrician. If there are fuses in
the plug, make sure you replace them with fuses of
the correct size and rating.
When using this product
❏ Do not block or cover the openings in this product’s
cabinet.
❏ Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care
not to spill liquid on this product.
❏ Do not attempt to service this product yourself.
❏ Unplug this product and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has
entered the product; the product has been dropped
or the cabinet damaged; the product does not
operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
❏ Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches
or automatic timers.
❏ Keep the entire computer system away from
potential sources of electromagnetic interference,
such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless
telephones.
❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the
product’s label.
❏ Do not move the print heads by hand; otherwise
you may damage this product.
❏ Always turn the product off using the Power button
on the control panel. When this button is pressed,
the Power light flashes briefly then goes off. Do not
unplug the power cord or turn off the product until
the Power light stops flashing.
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❏ SC-F7100 Series (model K191A) has two power
systems. There is a risk of electric shock unless the
two power cables are unplugged during the
maintenance.
When handling the ink packs
❏ Keep ink packs out of the reach of children and do
not drink.
❏ Wear protective eyewear, gloves, and a mask when
performing maintenance.
Should ink contact your skin or enter your eyes or
mouth, immediately take the following actions:
❏ If fluid adheres to your skin, immediately
wash it off using large volumes of soapy
water. Consult a physician if the skin appears
irritated or is discolored.
❏ If fluid enters your eyes, rinse immediately
with water. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in bloodshot eyes or
mild inflammation. If problems persist,
consult with a physician.
❏ If fluid enters your mouth, consult a
physician immediately.
❏ If fluid is swallowed, do not force the person
to vomit, and consult with a physician
immediately. If the person is forced to vomit,
fluid may get caught in the trachea which can
be dangerous.
Notes on This Guide
c
Note:
Important:
Important must be followed to
avoid damage to this product.
Notes contain useful or
additional information on the
operation of this product.
Illustrations
The illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from
the actual objects they are intended to represent.
Operating System Versions
In this documentation, the following abbreviations are
used.
Windows refers to Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP.
❏ Windows 8 refers to Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro,
and Windows 8 Enterprise.
❏ Windows 7 refers to Windows 7 Home Basic,
Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7
Professional, and Windows 7 Ultimate.
❏ Windows Vista refers to Windows Vista Home
Basic Edition, Windows Vista Home Premium
Edition, Windows Vista Business Edition,
Windows Vista Enterprise Edition, and Windows
Vista Ultimate Edition.
❏ Windows XP refers to Windows XP Home Edition,
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, and
Windows XP Professional.
Meaning of Symbols
!
!
Warning:
Caution:
Warning: Warnings must be
followed to avoid serious bodily
injury.
Cautions must be followed to
avoid bodily injury.
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Printer Parts
Front (SC-F7100 Series)
Introduction
A Maintenance cover (left)
Open this cover to clean the area around the print head. Normally closed when using the printer.
U “Cleaning Around the Print Head” on page 73
B After heater
The after heater can be used to rapidly dry ink after printing.
U “Heating & Drying(SC-F7100 Series only)” on page 58
C Media guide bar
The media guide bar maintains tension to prevent the media sagging as it is taken up.
D Handle
After placing media on the left roll holder, rotate the handle to press the holder and apply pressure to the roll
core.
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E Roll core holder
Place the used roll core for media take-up on these holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on the
right.
U “Media Loading (SC-F7100 Series)” on page 42
F Roll core holder locking screw
The locking screws keep the roll core holders in place once they have been attached to the roll core. There are two
supports: one on the left and one on the right.
G Roll support
Rest media temporarily on these supports when removing the take-up roll. There are two supports: one on the left
and one on the right.
H Adjustment screw
Use the adjustment screw when performing parallel adjustment.
I Autoswitch
Use this switch to select the auto take-up direction. Choose Off to disable auto take-up.
J Manualswitch
Use this switch to select the manual take-up direction. The selected option takes effect when the Auto switch is in
the Off position.
K Casters
There are two casters on each leg. Once installation is complete, the front casters should be kept locked while the
printer is in use.
If the stand fixing screw is lowered too much, the caster rises off the floor. Do not use the printer when a caster is off
the floor.
L Airflow vents
These vents vent air from inside the printer. Do not obstruct these vents.
M Waste Ink Bottle holder
Place the Waste Ink Bottle in this holder.
N Stand fixing screw
In addition to locking the casters, the stand fixing screws also keep the printer securely in place. The stand fixing
screws cannot be used for horizontal adjustment of the printer. After installing the printer, keep it securely in place
during use.
O Waste Ink Bottle
Waste ink collects in this bottle.
Replace with a new Waste Ink Bottle when the level approaches the line.
P Stopper
The stopper prevents splatter when the waste ink is ejected.
Fit the stopper closely to the mouth of the Waste Ink Bottle in most situations.
Q Waste ink tube
Waste ink is discharged from this tube. Be sure the end of this tube is in the Waste Ink Bottle while the printer is in
use.
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R Ink tank
Holds ink used for printing.
S Slider
U “Slider” on page 13
T Lock lever
Raise the lock lever to unlock the slider for removal when replacing the chip unit. Always lower the lock lever into
the locked position after inserting the slider.
U Chip unit check lamp
This lamp turns on when a message related to the chip unit is displayed.
On : Check the contents of the error on the control panel’s screen and deal with the error.
Off : No error.
V AC inlet #1/AC inlet #2
Connects the power cable. Be sure to connect both cables.
W LAN port
U “LAN port” on page 13
X USB port
Connects the USB cable.
Y Maintenance cover (right)
Open this cover to perform maintenance around the print head. Normally closed when using the printer.
U “Maintenance Around the Print Head” on page 71
Z Media loading lever
After loading media, lower the media loading lever to keep the media in place. Raise the lever to release the media
prior to removal.
a Alert lamp
This lamp lights or flashes when an error occurs.
On/Flashing : An error occurred. the type of error is indicated by how the lamp lights or flashes. Check the
contents of the error on the control panel’s screen.
Off : No error.
b Control panel
U “Control panel” on page 17
c Front cover
Open when loading media, cleaning the inside of the printer, or removing jammed media. Normally closed when
using the printer.
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A Maintenance cover (left)
Open this cover to clean the area around the print head. Normally closed when using the printer.
U “Cleaning Around the Print Head” on page 73
B Eject guide
Media is ejected along this guide.
C Roll core holder
Place the used roll core for media take-up on these holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on the
right.
U “Media Loading (SC-F7000 Series)” on page 50
D Tensioner
The media guide bar maintains tension to prevent the media sagging as it is taken up.
E Roll core holder locking screw
The locking screws keep the roll core holders in place once they have been attached to the roll core. There are two
supports: one on the left and one on the right.
F Roll support
Rest media temporarily on these supports when removing the take-up roll. There are two supports: one on the left
and one on the right.
G Autoswitch
Use this switch to select the auto take-up direction. Choose Off to disable auto take-up.
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H Manualswitch
Use this switch to select the manual take-up direction. The selected option takes effect when the Auto switch is in
the Off position.
I Casters
There are two casters on each leg. Once installation is complete, the front casters should be kept locked while the
printer is in use.
If the stand fixing screw is lowered too much, the caster rises off the floor. Do not use the printer when a caster is off
the floor.
J Waste Ink Bottle holder
Place the Waste Ink Bottle in this holder.
K Stand fixing screw
In addition to locking the casters, the stand fixing screws also keep the printer securely in place. The stand fixing
screws cannot be used for horizontal adjustment of the printer. After installing the printer, keep it securely in place
during use.
L Waste Ink Bottle
Waste ink collects in this bottle.
Replace with a new Waste Ink Bottle when the level approaches the line.
M Stopper
The stopper prevents splatter when the waste ink is ejected.
Fit the stopper closely to the mouth of the Waste Ink Bottle in most situations.
N Waste ink tube
Waste ink is discharged from this tube. Be sure the end of this tube is in the Waste Ink Bottle while the printer is in
use.
O Ink tank
Holds ink used for printing.
P Slider
U “Slider” on page 13
Q Lock lever
Raise the lock lever to unlock the slider for removal when replacing the chip unit. Always lower the lock lever into
the locked position after inserting the slider.
R Chip unit check lamp
This lamp turns on when a message related to the chip unit is displayed.
On : Check the contents of the error on the control panel’s screen and deal with the error.
Off : No error.
S AC inlet
Connects the power cable.
T LAN port
U “LAN port” on page 13
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U USB port
Connects the USB cable.
V Maintenance cover (right)
Open this cover to perform maintenance around the print head. Normally closed when using the printer.
U “Maintenance Around the Print Head” on page 71
W Media loading lever
After loading media, lower the media loading lever to keep the media in place. Raise the lever to release the media
prior to removal.
X Alert lamp
This lamp lights or flashes when an error occurs.
On/Flashing : An error occurred. the type of error is indicated by how the lamp lights or flashes. Check the
contents of the error on the control panel’s screen.
Off : No error.
Y Control panel
U “Control panel” on page 17
Z Front cover
Open when loading media, cleaning the inside of the printer, or removing jammed media. Normally closed when
using the printer.
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Slider
A Slider
Attach the chip unit included with the ink pack
before refilling the ink.
U “Chip Unit Replacement and Ink Refills” on
page 81
B Ink inlet cover
Open this cover to refill the ink tank with ink.
C Chip unit
A unit that includes an IC chip.
LAN port
A RJ-45 connector
Connects the LAN cable. Use a shielded twisted pair
cable (category 5 or higher).
B Data lamp (orange)
Indicates the network connection status and data
receive status by flashing and/or turning on.
This is included with the ink pack.
On : Connected.
Flashing : Receiving data.
C Status lamp (green/red)
The color indicates the network connection speed.
Red : 100Base-TX
Green : 1000Base-T
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Inside
Dirt on any of the following parts may reduce print quality. Regularly clean or exchange these parts as described in the
chapters listed in the reference sections below.
A Print head
The print head prints by moving left and right while emitting ink. Cleaning may be required depending on the
status.
U “Cleaning Around the Print Head” on page 73
B Media holding plate
The media holding plates prevent the media riding up and keeps fibers on the cut edge of the media from touching
the print head. Position the plates at either side of the media before printing.
U “Loading Media (SC-F7100 Series)” on page 28
U “Loading Media (SC-F7000 Series)” on page 33
C Cutter groove
Pass the blade of a cutter (available in the market) down this groove to cut media.
D Pressure rollers
These rollers press down on the media during printing.
U “Cleaning the Platen, Pressure Rollers, and Media Holding Plates” on page 68
E Platen
This part suctions the media for printing.
U “Cleaning the Platen, Pressure Rollers, and Media Holding Plates” on page 68
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F Wiper cleaner
The wiper cleaner removes ink from the wiper. It is a consumable; replacement may be required depending on the
status.
U “Replacing the Wiper and Wiper Cleaner” on page 78
G Caps
Except during printing, these caps cover the print head nozzles to prevent them drying out. Cleaning may be
required depending on the status.
U “How to Clean” on page 72
H Wiper
The wiper removes ink from the print head nozzles. It is a consumable; cleaning or replacement may be required
depending on the status.
U “How to Clean” on page 72
U “Replacing the Wiper and Wiper Cleaner” on page 78
Back
A Drive switch
The drive switch is used to feed the media during loading and to rewind the media for replacement.
B Roll holder
Place media on these holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on the right.
C Roll holder fixing screw
These screws fix the roll holders in place once the media has been installed. There are two supports: one on the left
and one on the right.
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D Lift lever
If the media to be mounted on the roll holders seems heavy, use these levers to raise the media effortlessly to the
level of the roll holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on the right.
E Loading guide
Media is loaded along this guide.
F Roll support
Rest media on these supports before placing it on the ro ll holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on
the right.
G Handle
After placing media on the right roll holder, rotate the handle to press the holder and apply pressure to the roll
core.
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Control panel
D Display
Displays the printer's status, menus, error messages,
and so on. U “Understanding the Display” on
page 18
E Menu button
Press this button to display menus. U “Using the
Control Panel Menu” on page 86
F
y button (back button)
Press this button to exit to the previous menu when
options are displayed. U “Menu Operations” on
page 86
G
l/r buttons (left and right arrow buttons)
Use to position the cursor when performing such
tasks as entering a Setting Name or IP Address in
the setup menu.
A
P button (power button)
Turns the power on and off.
B
P light (power light)
The printer’s operational status is indicated by a lit or
flashing light
On : The power is on.
Flashing : The printer is receiving data or
performing head cleaning or other
operations during shut-down.
Off : The power is off.
C
M button (media setup button)
Press this button to display the Media Setup menu,
which contains such items as Media Remaining,
Select Media, Customize Settings, and Print Media
List. This button is disabled during printing.
H
u/d buttons (media feed buttons)
❏ When media is loaded, you can press the d button to
feed the media and the u button to rewind. dKeep the
d button pressed to feed the media up to 103 cm.
Keep the d button pressed to feed the media up to 25
cm.
Note that when the u button is used to rewind, the
media will stop when its edge reaches the starting
print position. Rewind can be resumed by releasing
the button and then pressing it again.
❏ When the menus are displayed, these buttons can be
used to select menu items and options. U “Menu
Operations” on page 86
I
Z button
❏ When the menus are displayed, these buttons can be
used to select menu items and options.
❏ Pressing this button when an option is highlighted
selects the highlighted item or performs the selected
operation.
❏ If pressed when the warning buzzer is sounding, the
sound stops.
U “The Media Setup Menu” on page 91
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J
button
SC-F7100 Series
Pressing this button displays the Heating & Drying
menu, where you can adjust the Heater
Temperature.
U “The Media Setup Menu” on page 91
SC-F7000 Series
Pressing this button when menus are displayed
closes the menus and returns the printer to ready
status.
K
# button (maintenance button)
Pressing this button displays the Maintenance
menu, which contains such items as Nozzle Check,
Cleaning, Head Maintenance, and Waste Ink
Counter. This button is disabled during printing.
U “The Maintenance Menu” on page 98
Introduction
Understanding the Display
The illustration shows the display for the SC-F7100
Series.
A Messages
Displays the printer’s status, operation, and error
messages.
U “When a Message is Displayed” on page 102
L
W button (pause/cancel button)
❏ The printer enters pause status if this is pressed while
printing. To release the pause status, press the W
button again, or select Pause Cancel on the screen
and then press the Z button. To cancel print jobs
being processed, select Job Cancel on the screen and
then press the Z button.
❏ Pressing this button when menus are displayed cl oses
the menus and returns the printer to ready status.
M
button (media feed button)
❏ When the printer is in the ready state, you can feed the
media to the cut position by pressing this button and
then Z.
U “Cutting Media” on page 40
❏ When printing is in progress, you can use this button
to adjust media feed.
U “Feed Adjustment” on page 64
B Heater temperature
Displayed for the SC-F7100 Series only.
This display shows the temperature settings for the
after heater. The thermometer icons give a rough
indication of the current temperatures of the heaters.
: The heater has reached the selected
temperature.
: The heater has not reached the selected
temperature.
C Feed adjustment information during printing
Displayed when an adjustment value has been
entered during printing.
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D Media info
❏ From left to right, this display shows the selected
media, platen gap, media width, and media
remaining.
❏ If a media setting bank number created with this
printer is selected as the print media, the number
(from 1 to 30) will be displayed. When RIP Settings is
selected, 0 will be displayed.
❏ The selected platen gap is shown as follows.
:1.5
:2.0
:2.5
❏ The media remaining is not displayed if Off is selected
for Remaining Setup in the Media Remaining menu.
U “The Media Setup Menu” on page 91
E Chip unit status
1 Status indicators
The chip unit status is indicated as follows.
: No error. Ready to print.
: An error occurred. Check the message
on the screen, and clear the error.
: The chip unit could not be recognized
or it is not compatible with the printer.
Or, the slider is not locked.
Check the on-screen message.
: Check the ink level in the ink tank, and
then replace the chip unit and refill the
ink correctly.
As it gets closer to time to replace the
chip unit,
will begin to flash.
U “Chip Unit Replacement and Ink
Refills” on page 81
The display changes as shown below when an error is
detected in the installed chip unit.
Normal Warning or error
2 Ink color codes
BK : Black
Y:Yellow
M:Magenta
C:Cyan
F Waste Ink Bottle status
Displays the approximate amount of space available
in the Waste Ink Bottle. The display changes as
shown below when the waste ink bottle is nearly full
or an error occurs.
Normal Warning or error
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1 Status indicators
The status of the Waste Ink Bottle is shown as
follows.
: No error. The indicator changes to
show the amount of space available.
: The Waste Ink Bottle is almost full.
Ready a new Waste Ink Bottle.
: The Waste Ink Bottle is full. Replace
with a new Waste Ink Bottle.
Features
This wide-format color ink jet printer supports roll
media 1626 mm (64 inches) in width. The main features
of this printer are described below.
Realizing High Productivity
Improving drying characteristics
The SC-F7100 Series is equipped with an after heater
that can be used to rapidly dry ink after printing.
Media Feeding Unit Accommodates High-Capacity
Rolls
The Media Feeding Unit can handle high-capacity rolls
with external diameters of up to 250 mm and weights of
up to 40 kg, ensuring that media require less frequent
replacement.
Auto Take-up Reel Unit Comes Standard
The auto take-up reel unit automatically takes up
printed media cleanly, with no wrinkles. This is useful
when printing large amounts or when performing
continuous overnight printing. The SC-F7100 Series
achieves the high-precision take-up necessary to
support continuous-type sublimation transfer printers.
High-capacity ink tank included
The printer includes a high-capcity ink tank for high
productivity. We also offer 1000 ml high-capacity ink
packs for ink refill. This eliminates the need for frequent
troublesome ink cartridge replacements.
Superior Ease of Use
Media Installation and Take up a Snap
The roll and roll core holders require no spindles,
eliminating the need to attach spindles before installing
media. Just bring the media to the printer and install it
directly. Never having to juggle long spindles makes
installing media a snap even where space is limited.
In addition to roll supports that give you a place to rest
media during installation, the printer offers lift levers
that allow heavy media to be effortlessly raised to the
level of the roll holders.
Ease of Maintenance
Print quality can only be ensured through daily
maintenance. The design of this printer leaves plenty of
space for maintenance, making maintenance a snap.
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E-Mail Error/Warning Notification
The EpsonNet Config with Web Browser system built
into the printer’s network interface offers e-mail
notification. Once configured for e-mail notification,
the printer will send errors and warnings to selected
e-mail addresses, ensuring peace of mind when the
printer is left unmanned during overnight operation
and in other similar situations.
Starting EpsonNet Config (with Web Browser) U
Network Guide (pdf)
Lamp and Buzzer Error Alerts
When an error occurs, a buzzer will sound and the alert
lamp will light. The large alert lamp is highly visible,
even at a distance.
A buzzer sounds simultaneously to prevent time wasted
while stoppages due to errors go unnoticed.
High-Speed USB/Gigabit Ethernet
The printer comes equipped with high-speed USB and
100Base-TX/1000Base-T network interfaces.
Notes on Usage and Storage
Installation space
Make sure that you secure the following space, clear of
any other objects, so that paper ejection and
consumable replacement are not obstructed.
See the “Specifications Table” for the external
dimensions of the printer.
U “Specifications Table” on page 144
Notes when using the printer
Note the following points when using this printer to
avoid breakdowns, malfunctions, and print quality
decline.
❏ When using the printer, observe the operating
temperature and humidity range described in the
"Specifications Table". U “Specifications Table”
on page 144
Note, however, that the desired results may not be
achieved if the temperature and humidity are
within the limits for the printer but not within those
for the media. Be sure the operating conditions suit
the media. For more information, see the
documentation supplied with the media.
Also, when operating in dry areas, air conditioned
environment, or under direct sunlight, maintain
the appropriate humidity.
❏ Avoid using the printer in locations with heat
sources or that are exposed to direct draughts from
ventilators or air conditioners. The print head
nozzles could dry out and clog.
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❏ Do not bend or tug the waste ink tube. Ink could
spill inside or around the printer.
❏ We recommend performing maintenance on the
following components as required. Failure to
perform appropriate maintenance will shorten
print head life.
U “Maintenance Around the Print Head” on
page 71
Component to be
cleaned
Print head ❏ When colors in the
Wiper
Caps
Wiper rail
Component requiring
replacement
Wiper cleaner If the printout is faint or
Wiper
Frequency
printout are faint or
missing even after
head has been
cleaned.
❏ When the printout
is smudged or not
clear.
Frequency
smudged, or segments
are missing even after
cleaning.
❏ The print head may not be capped (the print head
may not return to the right side) if the printer is
turned off when the media is jammed or an error
has occurred. Capping is a function for
automatically covering the print head with a cap
(lid) to prevent the print head from drying out. In
this case, turn on the power and wait a while until
capping is performed automatically.
❏ When the power is on, do not remove the power
plug or cut the power at the breaker. The print head
may not be capped properly. In this case, tu rn on the
power and wait a while until capping is performed
automatically.
❏ The print head is automatically cleaned at a fixed
interval after printing to keep the nozzle from
clogging.
❏ As well as being expended during printing, ink is
used during head cleaning and other maintenance
required to keep the print head in working order.
Notes when not using the printer
If you are not using it, note the following points when
storing the printer. If it is not stored correctly, you may
not be able to print properly the next time it is used.
❏ If you do not print for a long time, the print head
nozzles may become clogged. Turn the printer on at
least once every two weeks to prevent the print head
clogging.
When the printer is turned on, head cleaning is
performed automatically. Do not turn the printer
off until cleaning is complete.
Leaving the printer for too long without turning it
on may result in a malfunction. In such a case, the
repair work will also be charged.
❏ If you will not be using the printer for more than 2
weeks, maintenance must be performed by a service
engineer before and after this period. This
maintenance work will be charged.
Note that even if proper maintenance has been
done before leaving the printer for a long time,
repair may be necessary when doing maintenance
for reusing the printer, depending on the period
and conditions of storage. In such a case, the repair
work will also be charged.
Contact your dealer or Epson Support.
❏ The pressure rollers may crease media left in the
printer. The media may also become wavy or
curled, causing jams or resulting in the media
coming into contact with the print head. Remove
the media before putting the printer in storage.
❏ Store the printer after confirming that the print
head has been capped (the print head is positioned
at the far right). If the print head is left uncapped for
a long time, the print quality may decline.
Be sure that the Waste Ink Bottle is placed whenever
the printer is on.
U “Printer Setup Menu” on page 96
Note:
If the print head is not capped, turn the printer on, and
then turn it off.
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❏ Close all covers before placing the printer in
storage. If you are not using the printer for a long
time, put an anti-static cloth or cover on the printer
to prevent dust. The print head nozzles are very
small, and they can become clogged easily if fine
dust gets on the print head, and you may not be able
to print properly.
❏ If you have not used the printer for a long time,
check the print head for clogging before you start
printing. Perform head cleaning if the print head is
clogged.
U “Checking for clogged nozzles” on page 69
❏ When storing the printer, be sure that it is level: do
not store it on an angle, on end, or upside down.
Notes on Handling Ink Packs and Ink Tanks
Note the following points when handling ink packs and
ink tanks.
❏ Do not remove the ink tanks.
❏ Do not place items on the ink tank or subject the ink
tank to strong impacts. The ink tank could be
detached.
Contact your dealer or Epson Support.
Handling Media
Note the following when handling or storing media.
Media that are in poor condition will not produce good
quality prints.
Be sure to read the documentation provided with each
type of media.
Notes on Handling
❏ Do not fold the media or damage the printable
surface.
❏ Do not touch the printable surface. Moisture and
oils from your hands can affect print quality.
❏ When handling media, hold it by both edges. We
recommend wearing cotton gloves.
Ink tanks are calibrated when installed. Removing
them can harm quality and functionality.
❏ Store ink packs at room temperature out of direct
sunlight.
❏ To ensure print quality, use all the ink in the ink
pack before the earlier of the following dates:
❏ The date printed on the ink pack
❏ 25 days from the day that the ink tank was
refilled from the ink pack
❏ If the ink pack has been stored in a cold location for
a long period of time, keep at room temperature for
at least 4 hours before using.
❏ When refilling the ink in an ink tank, be sure to use
all the ink in the ink pack at once.
❏ Refill the ink tank as soon as possible after opening
the ink pack.
❏ Keep the media dry.
❏ Packaging materials can be used to store media and
should not be thrown away.
❏ Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight,
excessive heat, or humidity.
❏ When not in use, media should be removed from
the printer, rewound, and inserted in its original
packaging for storage. Leaving media in the printer
for extended periods may cause it to deteriorate.
Handling Media After Printing
To maintain long lasting, high quality print results, note
the following points.
❏ Do not rub or scratch the printed surface. If they are
rubbed or scratched, the ink may peel off.
❏ Do not touch the printed surface, as this may
remove the ink.
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❏ Make sure printouts are completely dry before
folding or stacking. If the printouts are stacked or
taken up without being dried sufficiently, the print
surface may be damaged.
❏ Avoid direct sunlight.
❏ To prevent discoloration, display and store prints as
instructed in the documentation supplied with the
media.
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Using the Supplied Software
Contents of the Software Disc
The following applications are available on the supplied software disc. Install as required.
For information about these applications, see the Network Guide (pdf) or the on-line help for the application in
question.
Note:
❏ The supplied disc does not contain printer drivers. A software RIP is required for printing. Software not on the supplied
software disc (including software RIPs for this printer) is available from the Epson website.
❏ The latest applications can be downloaded from the Epson website.
Software Name Summary
E PS O N LF P Re m o te P a ne l 2 E PS O N LF P R e mo t e Pa n e l 2 i s u se d t o u p d at e f ir m w a re f r om a c om p u t er a n d c o p y m e d i a s e t ti n g s
bank created in the printer's setup menu to a computer.
The latest applications can be downloaded from the Epson website.
U “Starting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2” on page 26
U “Exiting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2” on page 26
Epson Driver and Utilities Installs the Epson communications driver (EPSON SC-F7100 Series Comm Driver or EPSON
SC-F7000 Series Comm Driver) .
The Epson communications driver is required if the EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 is to be used to
copy media settings. It is not a printer driver. In addition, the software RIP may not display printer
status if the Epson communications driver is not installed when the printer is connected to a
computer via USB. See the software RIP documentation for more information on the status
display.
Epson Network Utilities Install and launch a wizard that will help you en ter IP addresses for a simple network connection.
EpsonNet Config With this software, you can configure various network settings for the printer from your
computer. This is useful as it allows you to enter addresses and names using the keyboard.
The manual is also installed along with the software.
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Starting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2
Launch EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 after confirming
that the printer displays Ready.
The application can be launched using either of
A
the following two methods.
❏ Double-click the EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 icon
on the desktop. The EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2
icon is created when the application is installed.
❏ Click Start > All Programs (or Programs) >
EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 > EPSON LFP
Remote Panel 2.
Click the desired item in the EPSON LFP Remote
B
Panel 2 main window.
See EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 help for more
information.
Uninstalling Software
Important:
c
❏ Log in to an “Computer administrator”
account (an account with administrator
privileges).
❏ Enter the administrator password when
prompted and then proceed with the
remainder of the operation.
❏ Exit any other applications that may be
running.
This section describes how to uninstall EPSON LFP
Remote Panel 2 and the Epson communications driver.
Turn off the printer, and unplug the interface
A
cable.
Go to the Control Panel and click Uninstall a
B
program from the Programs category.
Exiting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2
Click Finish in the EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 main
window.
Select the software you want to remove and then
C
click Uninstall/Change (or Change/Remove).
Selecting the following deletes the Epson
communications drivers.
❏ EPSON SC-F7100 Series Comm Driver Printer
Uninstall
❏ EPSON SC-F7000 Series Comm Driver Printer
Uninstall
To uninstall EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2, select
EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2.
Select the target printer icon, and then click OK.
D
Follow the on-screen instructions to continue.
E
When the delete confirmation message appears,
click Yes.
If you are reinstalling the Epson communications
driver, restart the computer.
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Basic Operations
Loading and Exchanging
Important:
c
❏ Load media immediately before printing. The
pressure rollers may crease media left in the
printer. The media may also become wavy or
curled, causing jams or resulting in the media
coming into contact with the print head.
Media
The loading method depends on your printer. Choose
the method suited to your printer.
Caution:
!
❏ Be careful not to trap your hands or fingers
when opening or closing the front cover.
Failure to observe this precaution could result
in injury.
❏ Secure the media in place by the following
procedure.
Injury may occur if the media falls.
❏ Do not rub your hands along the edges of the
media. The edges of the media are sharp and
can cause injury.
❏ If the following points are not observed when
handling media, small amounts of dust and
lint may stick to the media surface and cause in
ink drops in the print results.
❏ Do not place exposed media directly on the floor.
Media should be rewound and inserted in its
original packaging for storage.
❏ Do not carry media with the media surface
pressed against clothing.
Handle media in its indivdual packaging until just
before loading the media in the printer.
❏ If media is loaded and the right and left edges
of the roll are uneven, media feeding problems
may cause the media to move around during
printing.
Either rewind to align the edges or use a roll
without any issues.
Note:
For information on the media that can be used in the
printer, see:
U “Supported Media” on page 112
When using the SC-F7100 Series
See the following section.
When using the SC-F7000 Series
U “Loading Media (SC-F7000 Series)” on page 33
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Loading Media (SC-F7100 Series)
This section describes the methods to load media.
Caution:
!
❏ The after heater may be hot; observe all
necessary precautions. Failure to observe the
necessary precautions could result in burns.
❏ Because the media is heavy, it should not be
carried by one person. When loading or
removing the media, use at least two persons.
Injury may occur if the media falls.
Remove the media holding plates, if installed.
A
Important:
c
If the right holder handle shaft is not visible,
rotate the handle as shown in the illustration
below until it stops. The media cannot be
properly loaded if the handle shaft is not
visible.
Place media on the roll support oriented
D
according to how it is rolled (see below) and
position it as indicated by the mark on the label.
Printable Side Out
Turn on the printer by pressing the P button.
B
Loosen the roll holder fixing screws sufficiently
C
and adjust the roll holders so that the distance
between the two is wider than the media.
Center the roll supports between the roll holders.
Printable Side In
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If the label does not have the loading position,
mark it on the label as instructed in the Setup
Guide.
U Setup Guide
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Note:
Be sure the option selected for Roll Type in the
Customize Settings menu matches how the
media is rolled. Roll Type defaults to Printable
Side Out. Be sure to select Printable Side In after
loading media rolled printable side in.
For more information see U “Roll Type” on
page 60
Raise the lift lever on the left side of the printer to
E
lift the media into position, then firmly insert the
roll holder.
If the roll of media has an outer diameter which is
less than 140 mm, lift it up by your hands, and set
it to the roll holder. The roll core will not reach
the holder when raised using the lift lever.
Raise the lift lever on the right side of the printer
G
to lift the media into position, then firmly insert
the roll holder.
If the roll of media has an outer diameter which is
less than 140 mm, lift it up by your hands, and set
it to the roll holder as described in Step 5.
To ensure the roll holder is inserted into the roll
H
core sufficiently, push the center section on the
side of the roll holder towards the roll end twice.
Tighten the roll holder fixing screw until the
F
screw no longer turns to fix the roll holder in
place.
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Important:
c
If the roll holder is inserted into the roll core
insufficiently, media is not fed correctly
during printing because of slippage between
the roll holder and roll core.
This may cause banding in the print results.
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Tighten the roll holder fixing screw until the
I
screw no longer turns to fix the roll holder in
place.
Important:
c
If the roll holder fixing screw is loose, the roll
holder may move during printing. This
could cause stripes and unevenness in the
print results.
Important:
c
Once part A is hidden, do not turn the
handle any further. Failure to observe this
precaution could damage the roll holder.
If part A is still visible even after the handle
has been turned fully, rewind the handle.
Loosen the roll holder fixing screw on the
right side, and then restart from Step 8.
Confirm that the right and left edges of the
K
attached roll are aligned.
If the right and left edges of the roll are not
aligned, realign them.
Raise the media loading lever.
L
Rotate the handle until part A in the illustration
J
below is fully inserted.
Pull out the media and insert it into the printer.
M
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Note:
Media that is heavy and difficult to unroll can be
fed by pressing the drive switch on the left roll
holder.
Printable Side Out
Printable Side In
Insert the media past the pressure rollers and
N
lower the media loading lever to hold it in place.
Confirm that the left edge of the media passes
over the center of the square in the label on the
loading guide.
Go to the front of the printer and open the front
O
cover.
Hold the center of the media and raise the media
P
loading lever.
Pull the media straight forward to the leading
Q
edge of the after heater.
Important:
c
Perform Steps 14 to 4 in reverse order and
repeat the loading process if the left edge of
the media is not within the guides. Do not
attempt to reposition the roll holders while
they are inserted in the media.
Close the front cover.
R
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Rewind the leading edge of the media to the front
S
cover.
For media with the printable side out, press the u
button. For media with the printable side in,
press the d button.
Confirm that the paper was fed straight with the
media straight and taut.
Note:
We recommend using the r button on the control
panel to set Media Suction to 2. The media is
rewound straight.
Open the front cover.
T
Attach the media holding plates.
V
First, position the plates so that the edges of the
media are at the centers of the round holes.
Important:
c
Always position the plates so that the edges
of the media are at the centers of the round
holes. Incorrect positioning causes banding
(horizontal banding, lines, or strips of
uneven color) during printing.
Lower the media loading lever to hold the media
U
in place.
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Align the white lines of the plates with the white
W
lines of the platen and push the plates down to
lock them in place and keep them from lifting.
After loading the media, proceed to Viewing and
Changing Media Settings.
U “Viewing and Changing Media Settings” on
page 39
Loading Media (SC-F7000 Series)
This section describes the methods to load media.
Caution:
!
Because the media is heavy, it should not be carried
by one person. When loading or removing the
media, use at least two persons.
Remove the media holding plates, if installed.
A
c
Close the front cover.
X
Important:
❏ Do not use the media holding plates
with media that is more than 0.4 mm
thick. The media holding plates could
touch and damage the print head.
❏ Move the media holding plates to the
left and right edges of the platen when
they are not in use.
❏ Do not use the media holding plates if
the sides of the printed media are
smudged or torn.
Turn on the printer by pressing the P button.
B
Loosen the roll holder fixing screws sufficiently
C
and adjust the roll holders so that the distance
between the two is wider than the media.
Center the roll supports between the roll holders.
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Important:
c
If the right holder handle shaft is not visible,
rotate the handle as shown in the
illustration below until it stops. The media
cannot be properly loaded if the handle shaft
is not visible.
Place media on the roll support oriented
D
according to how it is rolled (see below) and
position it as indicated by the mark on the label.
Printable Side Out
Note:
Be sure the option selected for Roll Type in the
Customize Settings menu matches how the
media is rolled. Roll Type defaults to Printable
Side Out. Be sure to select Printable Side In after
loading media rolled printable side in.
For more information see U “Roll Type” on
page 60
Raise the lift lever on the left side of the printer to
E
lift the media into position, then firmly insert the
roll holder.
If the roll of media has an outer diameter which is
less than 140 mm, lift it up by your hands, and set
it to the roll holder. The roll core will not reach
the holder when raised using the lift lever.
Printable Side In
Tighten the roll holder fixing screw until the
F
screw no longer turns to fix the roll holder in
place.
If the label does not have the loading position,
mark it on the label as instructed in the Setup
Guide.
U Setup Guide
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Raise the lift lever on the right side of the printer
G
to lift the media into position, then firmly insert
the roll holder.
If the roll of media has an outer diameter which is
less than 140 mm, lift it up by your hands, and set
it to the roll holder as described in Step 5.
To ensure the roll holder is inserted into the roll
H
core sufficiently, push the center section on the
side of the roll holder towards the roll end twice.
Tighten the roll holder fixing screw until the
I
screw no longer turns to fix the roll holder in
place.
Important:
c
If the roll holder fixing screw is loose, the roll
holder may move during printing. This
could cause stripes and unevenness in the
print results.
Important:
c
If the roll holder is inserted into the roll core
insufficiently, media is not fed correctly
during printing because of slippage between
the roll holder and roll core.
This may cause banding in the print results.
Rotate the handle until part A in the illustration
J
below is fully inserted.
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Important:
c
Once part A is hidden, do not turn the
handle any further. Failure to observe this
precaution could damage the roll holder.
If part A is still visible even after the handle
has been turned fully, rewind the handle.
Loosen the roll holder fixing screw on the
right side, and then restart from Step 8.
Confirm that the right and left edges of the
K
attached roll are aligned.
If the right and left edges of the roll are not
aligned, realign them.
Raise the media loading lever.
L
Note:
Media that is heavy and difficult to unroll can be
fed by pressing the drive switch on the left roll
holder.
Printable Side Out
Printable Side In
Insert the media past the pressure rollers and
N
lower the media loading lever to hold it in place.
Confirm that the left edge of the media passes
over the center of the square in the label on the
loading guide.
Pull out the media and insert it into the printer.
M
Important:
c
Perform Steps 14 to 4 in reverse order and
repeat the loading process if the left edge of
the media is not within the guides. Do not
attempt to reposition the roll holders while
they are inserted in the media.
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Go to the front of the printer and open the front
O
cover.
Hold the center of the media and raise the media
P
loading lever.
Pull the media straight forward to the leading
Q
edge of the eject guide.
Rewind the leading edge of the media to the front
S
cover.
For media with the printable side out, press the u
button. For media with the printable side in,
press the d button.
Confirm that the paper was fed straight with the
media straight and taut.
Note:
We recommend using the r button on the control
panel to set Media Suction to 2. The media is
rewound straight.
Close the front cover.
R
Open the front cover.
T
Lower the media loading lever to hold the media
U
in place.
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Attach the media holding plates.
V
First, position the plates so that the edges of the
media are at the centers of the round holes.
Align the white lines of the plates with the white
W
lines of the platen and push the plates down to
lock them in place and keep them from lifting.
Important:
c
Always position the plates so that the edges
of the media are at the centers of the round
holes. Incorrect positioning causes banding
(horizontal banding, lines, or strips of
uneven color) during printing.
Important:
c
❏ Do not use the media holding plates
with media with a thickness of 0.4 mm
or greater. The media holding plates
could touch and damage the print
head.
❏ Move the media holding plates to the
left and right edges of the platen when
they are not in use.
❏ Do not use the media holding plates if
the sides of the printed media are
smudged or torn.
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Close the front cover.
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After loading the media, see the following section.
Viewing and Changing Media Settings
The control panel displays the following information
once the media is loaded.
This display can be used to view or change the following
two options:
❏ Selected Media
Displays the parameters on which media settings
are based as shown below.
RIP Settings: Media settings are based on those
in the RIP.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX: Media settings
are based on those stored in the printer in media
settings bank No. 1.
Media settings banks can store a variety of settings
for different media based on the options selected in
the Media Suction, Head Alignment, and other
menus. Up to 30 combinations of settings can be
stored by assigning them to banks No. 1 to 30.
Media SettingsU “Saving Settings” on page 57
Buttons that are used in the following settings
❏ Remaining Setup
On: The printer displays the amount of media
remaining.
Off: The printer does not display the amount of
media remaining.
When Remaining Setup is On, the printer will
calculate the approximate amount of media
remaining based on the length of the roll and the
amount used for printing and display this
information in the control panel. The display gives
a rough idea of the amount of media available
before printing, making it easier to know when
media requires replacement.
In addition, a warning will be displayed when the
amount of media remaining reaches a specified
level.
Select an option.
A
To print at current settings:
Use the d/u buttons to select Keep Settings
Above and press the Z button.
Proceed to Step 6.
To change settings:
Use the d/u buttons to select Change Settings
and press the Z button.
Select the items you want to change and press the
B
Z button.
Select the desired option and press the Z
C
button.
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Press the y button to display the dialog shown in
D
Step 2 and then press the y button again.
After confirming that the settings are correct, use
E
the d/u buttons to select Keep Settings Above
and press the Z button.
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The roll type selection screen appears.
F
Use the d/u buttons to select the roll type that
matches the loaded roll and press the Z button.
If On is selected for Remaining Setup, you will
G
be prompted to enter the length of the current
media.
Use the d/u buttons to choose a length between
1.0 and 999.5 m (15 and 3000 ft) and press the Z
button. You can set in 0.5 m increments.
The printer will display Ready after a brief pause,
showing that it is ready to print. Transmit the data to be
printed from the computer.
Buttons that are used in the following settings
Exchanging Media
To replace the media after printing, print the amount of
media remaining, cut the media, and remove the roll.
Printing the Amount of Media Remaining
The printer displays the amount of media remaining
and any media low warnings in the control panel. This
makes it possible to determine whether the media
requires replacement before printing.
The amount of media remaining can only be displayed if
the correct length is entered when the media is loaded.
You can print the amount of media remaining on the
leading edge of the roll before it is removed from the
printer and then enter this number the next time the
media is loaded for accurate information on the amount
remaining.
Note:
The printer does not calculate or display the amount of
media remaining when Off is selected for Remaining
Setup in the setup menu.
Confirm that the printer is ready to print.
A
Press the M button, select Media Remaining in
B
the menu, and press the Z button.
Select Print Remaining Length and press the
C
Z button.
Press the Z button to print the amount of
D
media remaining.
Cutting Media
Use a cutter (available in the market) to cut the media
when printing is complete. This section described how
to use a cutter to cut the media.
Caution:
!
❏ The after heater may be hot; observe all
necessary precautions. Failure to observe the
necessary precautions could result in burns.
❏ When cutting media, be careful not to cut your
fingers or hands with the cutter or other blades.
U “Viewing and Changing Media Settings” on
page 39
The following section describes how to print the
amount of media remaining.
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Buttons that are used in the following settings
Confirm that the printer is ready to print.
A
Basic Operations
Remove the media holding plates.
C
Cut the media with the cutter.
D
Pass the blade of the cutter down the cutting
groove.
Press the button and the Z button. The
B
printer will feed the trailing edge of the printed
media to a position over the cutter groove.
If you have printed the amount of media
remaining, press the u button to rewind the
media so that this information will remain on the
roll after the media is cut.
Important:
c
To continue printing after cutting, do not rewind
the media past the cutter groove (on the pressure
roller side).
If the leading edge of the media is curled, stop
rewinding before the media reaches the inner side
of the front cover.
Note:
If you are using the Auto Take-up Reel Unit, set the Auto
switch on the Auto Take-up Reel Unit to Off before using
the Manual switch to position the media over the cutting
groove.
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Removing Media
You can now remove the media from the roll holders. To
remove the media, reverse the steps you followed to load
it.
Using the Auto Take-up
Reel Unit
The usage method depends on your printer. Choose the
method suited to your printer.
When using the SC-F7100 Series
See the following section.
When using the SC-F7000 Series
U “Media Loading (SC-F7000 Series)” on page 50
Media Loading (SC-F7100 Series)
The Auto Take-up Reel Unit automatically takes up
media as it is printed, improving the efficiency of
unmanned operation.
The Auto Take-up Reel Unit for this printer can take up
media in either of the following directions.
Printed side in Printed side out
Caution:
!
❏ Be sure that your hands or hair do not get
caught in the Auto Take-up Reel Unit while it
is in operation.
Failure to observe this precaution could result
in injury.
❏ Perform the following procedure to correctly
secure the roll core for the Auto Take-up Reel
Unit into place.
Injury may occur if the take-up roll falls.
Points to remember for correct take-up
Observe the following points for correct take-up of
media.
❏ We recommend using a take-up roll core with the
same width as the media. If a take-up roll core of a
different width is used, the take-up roll core may
bend, and the media will be taken up incorrectly.
❏ We recommend Printed side in for the take-up of
media. When take-up cannot be perfomed
correctly with Printed side out, take-up using
Printed side in.
❏ Media less than 36 inches may be taken up
incorrectly.
Taking-up with printed side in places the printed
surface on the inside of the roll. Printed side in is
recommended in most situations.
Taking-up with printed side out places the printed
surface on the outside of the roll.
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Attaching the roll core
Set the Auto switch to Off.
A
Loosen the roll core holder locking screws and
C
adjust the roll core holders so that the distance
between the two is wider than the media.
Center the roll supports between the roll holders.
Important:
c
If the left roll core handle shaft is not visible,
rotate the handle as shown in the
illustration below until it stops. The roll core
can not be properly loaded if the handle
shaft is not visible.
After confirming that the media is loaded
B
correctly, press the d button to feed the media as
far as the Auto Take-up Reel Unit roll core
holder.
Important:
c
Always press the d button to feed the media
as far as the roll core holder. If the media is
pulled by hand, the media may twist during
take-up.
Align the right roll core holder with the right
D
edge of the media and tighten the locking screw.
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Insert the roll core onto the right holder.
E
Confirm the following: the left roll core holder is
F
fully inserted into the roll core, and the roll core
and edges of the media are not misaligned.
Tighten the left roll core holder locking screw to
H
fix the roll core holder in place.
Rotate the handle until part A in the illustration
I
below is fully inserted.
Important:
c
If the edges of the media are misaligned, the
media cannot be taken up correctly. When
misaligned, loosen the right roll core holder
locking screw, and then restart from Step 4.
To ensure the roll core holder is inserted
G
sufficiently, push the center section on the side of
the roll core holder towards the roll end twice.
Confirm that the roll core and edges of the media
are not misaligned.
Important:
c
Once part A is hidden, do not turn the
handle any further. Failure to observe this
precaution could damage the roll core
holder.
If part A is not hidden even after turning the
handle until it can no longer be turned, the
roll core holder may not be fully inserted.
Return to step 6.
See the following for further instructions.
For information on taking-up with printed side in, see
the following section.
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Taking-up with printed side outU “Take-up with the
Printed Side Facing Out” on page 47
Take-up with the Printed Side Facing In
Pass the media through the front side of the
A
media guide bar, and then attach the media to the
take up roll core with tape.
In the order shown in the illustration, tape the
media to the take up roll core. When attaching in
the center, attach using tape while pulling the
center of the media straight. When attaching on
the left and right, attach using tape while pulling
the media sideways.
Flip the Manual switch to to wrap the
C
media once around the roll core.
Important:
c
If the media is lifted up between the attached
pieces of tape, the media will not be taken up
correctly. If the media is lifted up, we
recommend either adding tape and
attaching it uniformly or fixing creases at
the leading edge of the media.
Press the d button in the control panel to feed
B
enough media for a single wrap around the roll
core.
Confirm that the media is not loose.
D
Confirm differences in tension on the right and
left by lightly tapping on both edges of the media.
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Important:
c
As shown in the identified sections in the
illustration below, if the tensions of the left
and right edges of the media are different,
the media that follows cannot be taken up
correctly. If there is slack on one side, flip the
Manual switch to
peel the tape, and then restart from Step 1.
Confirm that the edges of media taken up on the
E
roll core are not misaligned.
to rewind the media,
Set the Auto switch to .
F
Important:
c
If the edges of media taken up on the roll core
are misaligned, the media that follows
cannot be taken up correctly. When
misaligned, rewind the media, peel the tape,
and then restart from Step 1.
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Take-up with the Printed Side Facing Out
Pass the media through the front side of the
A
media guide bar, and then attach the media to the
take up roll core with tape.
In the order shown in the illustration, tape the
media to the take up roll core. When attaching in
the center, attach using tape while pulling the
center of the media straight. When attaching on
the left and right, attach using tape while pulling
the media sideways.
Flip the Manual switch to to wrap the
C
media once around the roll core.
Important:
c
If the media is lifted up between the attached
pieces of tape, the media will not be taken up
correctly. If the media is lifted up, we
recommend either adding tape and
attaching it uniformly or fixing creases at
the leading edge of the media.
Press the d button in the control panel to feed
B
enough media for a single wrap around the roll
core.
Confirm that the media is not loose.
D
Confirm differences in tension on the right and
left by lightly tapping on both edges of the media.
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Important:
c
As shown in the identified sections in the
illustration below, if the tensions of the left
and right edges of the media are different,
the media that follows cannot be taken up
correctly. If there is slack on one side, flip the
Manual switch to
peel the tape, and then restart from Step 1.
Confirm that the edges of media taken up on the
E
roll core are not misaligned.
to rewind the media,
Set the Auto switch to .
F
Important:
c
If the edges of media taken up on the roll core
are misaligned, the media that follows
cannot be taken up correctly. When
misaligned, rewind the media, peel the tape,
and then restart from Step 1.
Removing the Take-up Roll (SC-F7100 Series)
This section describes how to remove media from the
take-up reel.
Caution:
!
❏ Because the media is heavy, it should not be
carried by one person. When loading or
removing the media, use at least two persons.
❏ Perform the following procedure to properly
remove the take-up roll.
Injury may occur if the take-up roll falls.
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Set the Auto switch to Off.
A
Loosen the left roll core holder locking screw and
E
remove the roll core holder.
Lower the roll onto the roll support.
F
Cut the media and roll the cut end onto the
B
take-up reel.
U “Cutting Media” on page 40
Rotate the handle of the left roll core holder.
C
To prevent the media from sliding off the roll,
D
support the roll at its left end.
To prevent the media from sliding off the roll,
G
support the roll at its right end.
Loosen the right roll core holder locking screw
H
and remove the roll core holder from the roll.
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Lower the roll onto the roll support.
I
Media Loading (SC-F7000 Series)
The Auto Take-up Reel Unit automatically takes up
media as it is printed, improving the efficiency of
unmanned operation.
The Auto Take-up Reel Unit for this printer can take up
media in either of the following directions.
Important:
c
❏ Do not use a roll core with a deformed interior.
If the roll core holder slips, the media may be
taken up incorrectly.
❏ We recommend using a take-up roll core with
the same width as the media. If a take-up roll
core of a different width is used, the take-up
roll core may bend, and the media will be taken
up incorrectly.
Attaching the roll core
After confirming that the media is loaded
A
correctly, press the d button to feed the media as
far as the Auto Take-up Reel Unit roll core
holder.
Printed side out Printed side in
Taking-up with printed side out places the printed
surface on the outside of the roll.
Taking-up with printed side in places the printed
surface on the inside of the roll.
Caution:
!
❏ Be sure that your hands or hair do not get
caught in the Auto Take-up Reel Unit while it
is in operation.
Failure to observe this precaution could result
in injury.
Important:
c
Always press the d button to feed the media
as far as the roll core holder. If the media is
pulled by hand, the media may twist during
take-up.
❏ Perform the following procedure to correctly
secure the roll core for the Auto Take-up Reel
Unit into place.
Injury may occur if the take-up roll falls.
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Loosen the roll core holder locking screws and
B
adjust the roll core holders so that the distance
between the two is wider than the media.
Center the roll supports between the roll holders.
Align the right roll core holder with the right
C
edge of the media and tighten the locking screw.
Insert the left holder into the roll core.
E
Slide the holder in until part A in the illustration
below is fully inserted.
Insert the roll core onto the right holder.
D
Important:
c
Stop when part A is no longer visible. The
take-up reel unit may not function as
expected if the holder is inserted too far.
Tighten the roll core holder locking screw to fix
F
the roll core holder in place.
See the following for further instructions.
For information on taking-up with printed side out, see
the following section.
Take-up with Printed Side Facing In U “Take-up with
the Printed Side Facing In” on page 54
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Take-up with the Printed Side Facing Out
Attach the media to the take up roll core with
A
tape.
In the order shown in the illustration, tape the
media to the take up roll core. When attaching in
the center, attach using tape while pulling the
center of the media straight. When attaching on
the left and right, attach using tape while pulling
the media sideways.
Flip the Auto switch to Off, and then press and
C
hold the Manual switch to
media once around the roll core.
to wrap the
Important:
c
If the media is lifted up between the attached
pieces of tape, the media will not be taken up
correctly. If the media is lifted up, we
recommend either adding tape and
attaching it uniformly or fixing creases at
the leading edge of the media.
Press the d button in the control panel to feed
B
enough media for a single wrap around the roll
core.
Important:
c
Confirm that edges of media taken up on the
roll core are not misaligned. If the edges are
misaligned, the media that follows cannot
be taken up correctly. When the edges are
misaligned, press the Manual switch to the
side, rewind the media, remove the
tape, and then repeat from Step 1.
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Set the Auto switch to .
D
Confirm that the media is attached without
F
deformation.
As shown in the identified sections in the
illustration below, if the tensions of the left and
right edges of the media are different, the media
cannot be taken up correctly. If there is slack on
one side, repeat from Step 1.
Note:
As shown in the illustration below, you can
confirm differences in tension by lightly tapping
on both edges of the media.
Lower the tensioner.
E
Press the d button to feed the media until the
G
take up roll core begins to turn.
Important:
c
The Auto Take-up Reel Unit will not
function if the tensioner is raised.
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Take-up with the Printed Side Facing In
Attach the media to the take up roll core with
A
tape.
In the order shown in the illustration, tape the
media to the take up roll core. When attaching in
the center, attach using tape while pulling the
center of the media straight. When attaching on
the left and right, attach using tape while pulling
the media sideways.
Flip the Auto switch to Off, and then press and
C
hold the Manual switch to
media once around the roll core.
to wrap the
Important:
c
If the media is lifted up between the attached
pieces of tape, the media will not be taken up
correctly. If the media is lifted up, we
recommend either adding tape and
attaching it uniformly or fixing creases at
the leading edge of the media.
Press the d button in the control panel to feed
B
enough media for a single wrap around the roll
core.
Important:
c
Confirm that edges of media taken up on the
roll core are not misaligned. If the edges are
misaligned, the media that follows cannot
be taken up correctly. When the edges are
misaligned, press the Manual switch to the
side, rewind the media, remove the
tape, and then repeat from Step 1.
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Set the Auto switch to .
D
Confirm that the media is attached without
F
deformation.
As shown in the identified sections in the
illustration below, if the tensions of the left and
right edges of the media are different, the media
cannot be taken up correctly. If there is slack on
one side, repeat from Step 1.
Note:
As shown in the illustration below, you can
confirm differences in tension by lightly tapping
on both edges of the media.
Lower the tensioner.
E
Press the d button to feed the media until the
G
take up roll core begins to turn.
Important:
c
The Auto Take-up Reel Unit will not
function if the tensioner is raised.
Removing the Take-up Roll (SC-F7000 Series)
This section describes how to remove media from the
take-up reel.
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Caution:
!
❏ Because the media is heavy, it should not be
carried by one person. When loading or
removing the media, use at least two persons.
❏ Perform the following procedure to properly
remove the take-up roll.
Injury may occur if the take-up roll falls.
Cut the media and roll the cut end onto the
A
take-up reel.
U “Cutting Media” on page 40
To prevent the media from sliding off the roll,
B
support the roll at its left end.
Loosen the left roll core holder locking screw and
C
remove the roll core holder.
Loosen the right roll core holder locking screw
F
and remove the roll core holder from the roll.
Lower the roll onto the roll support.
G
Lower the roll onto the roll support.
D
To prevent the media from sliding off the roll,
E
support the roll at its right end.
Before Printing
To maintain print quality, perform the following
inspection before starting work each day.
Print Check Pattern
Print a check pattern to check for clogged nozzles.
Perform head cleaning if parts of the pattern are faint or
missing.
Print Check PatternU “Checking for clogged nozzles”
on page 69
Head CleaningU “Head Cleaning” on page 70
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Saving Optimal Settings for the Current Media (Print Media Settings)
A variety of media settings can be optimized for the
current media and stored in the printer.
Once frequently used settings have been stored in a
media setting bank, it can be recalled to instantly
optimize multiple parameters.
The printer offers a total of 30 media setting banks.
This section describes how to create media setting banks
and the settings that can be stored.
Parameters Stored in Media Setting Banks
*1: Displayed for SC-F7100 Series only; *2: Displayed
for SC-F7000 Series only
For more information on these items, see U “The
Media Setup Menu” on page 91
Saving Settings
Follow the steps below to save media settings.
Buttons that are used in the following settings
Media setting banks store the following:
❏ Setting Name
❏ Feed Adjustment
❏ Platen Gap
❏ Head Alignment
❏ Heating & Drying
❏ Drying
❏ Media Suction
❏ Head Movement
❏ Multi-Strike Printing
❏ Roll Type
❏ Tension Measurement
❏ Feeding Tension
*2
*1
*1
Choosing a Media Setting Bank
After confirming that the printer is ready, press
A
the Menu button.
The settings menu will be displayed.
Select Media Setup and press the Z button.
B
Use the d/u buttons to select Customize
C
Settings and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select a media setting
D
bank number between 1 and 30 and then press
the Z button.
❏ Take-up Tension
❏ Media Tension
❏ Feed Speed
*2
*1
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Setting Name
Name the media setting bank. Using distinctive names
makes it easier to select banks for use.
Select Setting Name and press the Z button.
A
Use the d/u buttons to display letters and
B
symbols. When the desired character is
displayed, press the r button to select the next
entry position.
Mistakes can be erased by pressing the l button
to delete the previous character and move the
cursor back one spot.
After entering the name, press the Z button.
C
Feed Adjustment
Feed Adjustment is used to correct banding (horizontal
banding, lines, or strips of uneven color).
For Feed Adjustment, the user visually inspects print
results and enters the adjustment value by hand.
See the following for details
Head Alignment
Select Head Alignment to realign the print head when
print results seem grainy or out of focus.
For Head Alignment, you need to check the pattern and
enter the optimum adjustment value for alignment.
See the following for details
U “Correcting Print Misalignment (Head
Alignment)” on page 62
Heating & Drying(SC-F7100 Series only)
Set the temperature of the after heater or Drying Time
Per Pass.
Note:
Adjust Heater Temperature as follows:
❏ Set the heater to the temperatures recommended in
the documentation provided with the media, if
available.
❏ Raise the temperature if the print results are blurred
or smudged or the ink clots. Note, however, that
raising the temperature too high can cause the
media to shrink, wrinkle, or deteriorate.
U “Feed Adjustment” on page 64
Platen Gap
Adjust the platen gap (the gap between the print head
and the media) if print results are smudged.
Use the d/u buttons to select Platen Gap and
A
press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select the desired setting
B
and press the Z button.
Press the y button to return to the customize
C
settings menu.
Important:
c
Select 2.5 only if print results are still smudged
when 2.0 is selected. Choosing a larger gap than
required may result in ink stains inside the printer,
reduced print quality, or shorter product life.
Use the d/u buttons to select Heating & Drying
A
and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select the item you want
B
to change.
Heater Temperature
(1)
Select Heater Temperature and press the Z
button.
(2)
Use the d/u buttons to set the after heater
temperature.
Drying Time Per Pass
(1)
Use the d/u buttons to select Drying Time Per
Pass and press the Z button.
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Use the d/u buttons to set the drying time.
Basic Operations
Drying (SC-F7000 Series only)
When you want to maintain a constant drying
time even when the print width changes, set the
following value in accordance with the media
width.
A: Drying time (seconds)
Drying Time Guidelines by Media Width
64 52 44 42 36 24
2.3 2 1.8 1.7 1.6 1.3
A
Blank Area Feed
(1)
Use the d/u buttons to select Blank Area Feed
and press the Z button.
(2)
Use the d/u buttons to select the desired setting.
The following section shows the recommended
setting values for Blank Area Feed according to
the number of passes.
Recommended setting values for Blank Area
Feed
Number of
passes
1Mode 1
Blank Area Feed
Allows you to set the drying time per pass.
Use the d/u buttons to select Drying and press
A
the Z button.
Select Drying Time Per Pass and press the Z
B
button.
Use the d/u buttons to change the time in
C
increments of 0.1 seconds.
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
D
button.
Press the y button twice to return to the
E
customize settings menu.
Media Suction
While printing, the printer uses suction to maintain the
correct distance between the media and the print head;
the amount varies with the type of media. Less suction is
used for thin media that would not print or feed
correctly at high levels of suction.
The suction power is weakened when the parameter is
lowered.
Use the d/u buttons to select Media Suction and
A
press the Z button.
2 to 4 Mode 2
5 to 8 Mode 3
After Heater Feed
(1)
Use the d/u buttons to select After Heater Feed
and press the Z button.
(2)
Use the d/u buttons to select whether to feed
media to the after heater after printing (On/Off).
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
C
button.
Press the y button twice to return to the
D
customize settings menu.
Use the d/u buttons to choose a value.
B
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
C
button.
Press the y button to return to the customize
D
settings menu.
Head Movement
Choose the range in which the print head moves during
printing.
Use the d/u buttons to select Head Movement
A
and press the Z button.
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Use the d/u buttons to select the desired setting
B
and press the Z button.
For faster printing, select Data Width.
For even, high-quality printing, select Printer
Full Width.
Press the y button to return to the customize
C
settings menu.
Multi-Strike Printing
Choose the number of times each line is printed.
Use the d/u buttons to select Multi-Strike
A
Printing and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to choose a value.
B
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
C
button.
Press the y button to return to the customize
D
settings menu.
Roll Type
Choose Printable Side Out or Printable Side In
according to how the media is rolled.
Use the d/u buttons to select Tension
A
Measurement and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select the desired setting
B
and press the Z button.
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
C
button.
Press the y button to return to the customize
D
settings menu.
Feeding Tension (SC-F7100 Series)
Feeding Tension has 2 settings: Auto and Manual.
The default setting of Auto is recommended in most
situations. If creases appear during printing or black
bands (dark stripes) appear in the print results, set
Feeding Tension to Manual. We recommend setting
Feeding Tension to the value below that complies the
width of the loaded media.
A: Value of Feeding Tension (when Tension
Measurement is Periodically/Every Page)
Recommended values for Feeding Tension by media
width
64 52 44 42 36 24
Lv28 Lv23 Lv19 Lv19 Lv16 Lv11
A
Use the d/u buttons to select Roll Type and
A
press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select the desired setting
B
and press the Z button.
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
C
button.
Press the y button to return to the customize
D
settings menu.
Tension Measurement
Periodically is recommended in most circumstances.
Off is displayed for the SC-F7000 Series only. Choose
Off if slack develops in the media or other printing
problems occur.
If you have previously performed Feed Adjustment, you
will need to perform it again after adjusting Feeding
Tension.
U “Feed Adjustment” on page 58
Use the d/u buttons to select Feeding Tension
A
and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select the item you want
B
to change.
Selecting Auto
(1)
Select Auto and press the Z button.
(2) Confirm that the checkbox has been selected
and press the Z button.
(3)
Press the y button to return to the customize
settings menu.
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Selecting Manual
(1)
Select Manual and press the Z button.
(2)
Use the d/u buttons to set the recommended
value.
(3) After finishing the configuration, press the
Z button.
(4)
Press the y button twice to return to the
customize settings menu.
Take-up Tension (SC-F7100 Series)
Take-up Tension has 2 settings: Auto and Manual.
The default setting of Auto is recommended in most
situations. If creases appear during printing or black
bands (dark stripes) appear in the print results, set
Take-up Tension to Manual. When Manual is set, we
recommend setting Take-up Tension to Lv3.
(4)
Press the y button twice to return to the
customize settings menu.
Media Tension (SC-F7000 Series only)
We recommend setting Media Tension to the value
below that complies the width of the loaded media. The
value depends on the Tension Measurement setting.
A: Value of Media Tension (when Tension
Measurement is Periodically/Every Page)
B: Value of Media Tension (when Tension
Measurement is Off)
Recommended values for Media Tension by media
width
64 52 44 42 36 24
Lv28 Lv23 Lv19 Lv19 Lv16 Lv11
A
Lv39 Lv32 Lv27 Lv26 Lv22 Lv15
B
If you have previously performed Feed Adjustment, you
will need to perform it again after adjusting Take-up
Tension.
U “Feed Adjustment” on page 58
Use the d/u buttons to select Take-up Tension
A
and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select the item you want
B
to change.
Selecting Auto
(1)
Select Auto and press the Z button.
(2) Confirm that the checkbox has been selected
and press the Z button.
(3)
Press the y button to return to the customize
settings menu.
Selecting Manual
(1)
Select Manual and press the Z button.
(2)
Use the d/u buttons to set the recommended
value.
(3) After finishing the configuration, press the
Z button.
If you have previously performed Feed Adjustment, you
will need to perform it again after adjusting Media
Tension.
U “Feed Adjustment” on page 58
Use the d/u buttons to select Media Tension
A
and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to choose a value.
B
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
C
button.
Press the y button to return to the customize
D
settings menu.
Feed Speed
Auto is displayed for the SC-F7100 Series only. The
default setting for the SC-F7100 Series is Auto. The
default setting for the SC-F7000 Series is Lv2. The
manufacturer default set value is recommended in most
circumstances. Set Lv1 if thin media is creased or torn or
sticks together or horizontal lines appear during
printing. To increase the printing speed, set Lv2. Note
that the speed does not change when a large number (of
passes) was selected.
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Use the d/u buttons to select Feed Speed and
A
press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select the desired setting
B
and press the Z button.
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
C
button.
Press the y button to return to the customize
D
settings menu.
Exiting the Menus
Press W to exit the menus.
Changing the after heater temperature setting (SC-F7100 Series only)
Change the after heater temperature during printing.
The default Heater Temperature is 55 °C.
Use the d/u buttons to choose a value.
B
After finishing the configuration, press the Z
C
button.
Correcting Print Misalignment (Head Alignment)
Given that there is a slight gap between the print head
and the media, the landing sites for the different colors
of ink may be affected by humidity, temperature,
inertial forces imparted by the print head, or the
direction of the print head as it moves from right to left
or left to right. As a result, print results may appear
grainy or out of focus. When this happens, perform
Head Alignment to correct the print misalignment.
The thickness of the media determines the distance
between the media and the print head. Head Alignment
values can be stored separately for each type of media.
Stored values can be recalled instantly the next time the
media is used.
Heater status can be viewed in the control panel. U
“Understanding the Display” on page 18
Note:
❏ Temperature settings can be stored separately for
each media type. U “Saving Optimal Settings for
the Current Media (Print Media Settings)” on
page 57
❏ The time needed for the heaters to reach the specified
temperatures varies with the ambient temperature.
Buttons that are used in the following settings
Confirm that the printer is on and press to
A
display the Heating & Drying menu.
In Head Alignment, you can select the following
adjustment methods.
❏ Manual(Uni-D)
Select for unidirectional printing.
❏ Manual(Bi-D)
Select for bidirectional printing.
For Head Alignment, you need to check the pattern and
enter the optimum adjustment value for alignment.
Notes on correct adjustment
The condition of media is important for correct head
alignment.
Observe the following points when loading media.
❏ Head Alignment varies with the media being used.
Load and adjust the media that will be used in the
actual print job.
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❏ Pull the media to the prescribed position before
performing Head Alignment. Correct adjustment
may not be possible if the media is not pulled
sufficiently because the condition of the leading
edge of the media may worsen due to waves or other
issues.
Loading MediaU “Loading and Exchanging
Media” on page 27
Buttons that are used in the following settings
Confirm that the media has been pulled to the
A
prescribed position.
Correct adjustment may not be possible if the
media is not pulled sufficiently.
The printer will print a test pattern.
H
When printing is complete, the media will
automatically be fed to a position where the
pattern is clearly visible.
Cut the media if necessary.
U “Cutting Media” on page 40
Note:
To rewind the media, press u. Stop rewinding
before the media is past the cutter groove (on the
pressure roller side).
If the leading edge of the media is curled, stop
rewinding before the media reaches the inner side
of the front cover.
Check the pattern and select the pattern number
I
that has the least gaps.
In the following example, this would be pattern
number 2.
Loading MediaU “Loading and Exchanging
Media” on page 27
After confirming that the printer is ready, press
B
the Menu button.
The settings menu will be displayed.
Select Media Setup and press the Z button.
C
Use the d/u buttons to select Customize
D
Settings and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select a media setting
E
bank number between 1 and 30 and then press
the Z button.
Note that any settings already saved in the printer
will be overwritten.
Use the d/u buttons to select Head Alignment
F
and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select Manual(Uni-D) or
G
Manual(Bi-D) and press the Z button.
C1
1
When C1 is displayed on the control panel, select
J
the number recorded in Step 9.
SC-F7100 Series
Use the l/r buttons to select the number and
press the Z button.
SC-F7000 Series
Use the d/u buttons to select the number and
press the Z button.
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Select the numbers for all colors and press Z.
K
Note:
To rewind the media, press the u button. Stop
rewinding before the media is past the cutter
groove (on the pressure roller side).
If the leading edge of the media is curled, stop
rewinding before the media reaches the inner side
of the front cover.
If the final color has been configured, the printer
L
returns to a ready state.
Feed Adjustment
Feed Adjustment is used to correct banding (horizontal
banding, lines, or strips of uneven color).
Two methods are available for Feed Adjustment:
❏ When Media Suction has been changed.
*1: SC-F7100 Series only; *2: SC-F7000 Series only
❏ Pull the media to the prescribed position before
performing Feed Adjustment. Correct adjustment
may not be possible if the media is not pulled
sufficiently because the condition of the leading
edge of the media may worsen due to waves or other
issues.
Loading MediaU “Loading and Exchanging
Media” on page 27
Using a Test Pattern
Buttons that are used in the following settings
❏ Visually inspect print results and enter a correction
by hand.
❏ Enter a correction during printing and inspect the
results.
Notes on correct adjustment
The condition of media is important for correct Feed
Adjustment.
Observe the following points when loading media.
❏ Feed Adjustment varies with the media used. Load
the media for which feed adjustment is required
under the same conditions as the actual print job.
For example, if you are using the Auto Take-up Reel
Unit for printing, the Auto Take-up Reel Unit
should also be used for feed adjustment.
❏ We recommend performing adjustment again in
the following cases, even if the media has been
adjusted.
❏ When the media type is the same but the
width is different.
❏ When the following settings have been
changed: Feeding Tension
Tension
*1
, Media Tension
*1
, Take-up
*2
Confirm that the media has been pulled to the
A
prescribed position.
Correct adjustment may not be possible if the
media is not pulled sufficiently.
Loading MediaU “Loading and Exchanging
Media” on page 27
After confirming that the printer is ready, press
B
the Menu button.
The settings menu will be displayed.
Select Media Setup and press the Z button.
C
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Use the d/u buttons to select Customize
D
Settings and press the Z button.
Use the d/u buttons to select a media setting
E
bank number between 1 and 30 and then press
the Z button.
Note that any settings already saved in the printer
will be overwritten.
Use the d/u buttons to select Feed Adjustment
F
and press the Z button.
Select Manual and press the Z button.
G
Use the d/u buttons to select a test pattern and
H
press the Z button twice.
The longer the pattern, the more accurate the
adjustment.
The printer will print a test pattern.
I
When printing is complete, the media will
automatically be fed to a position where the
pattern is clearly visible.
Pattern length is displayed in the control panel.
K
Select the values measured in Step 10.
Use the l/r buttons to select the number of #1
and press the Z button. Use the l/r buttons to
select the number of #2 and press the Z button.
If configuration is finished, the printer returns to
L
a ready state.
Performing Feed Adjustment During Printing
Buttons that are used in the following settings
Measure the distance between the “+” symbols.
J
Use values measured at #1 and #2.
Press the button during printing.
A
An adjustment value will be displayed. Use the
B
d/d buttons to select a value.
If the feed amount is too small, black bands (dark
stripes) will appear; adjust the feed amount
upwards.
If, in contrast, the feed amount is too large, white
bands (pale stripes) will appear; adjust the feed
amount downwards.
If you are not satisfied with the results, use the
C
d/u buttons to enter an adjustment value.
Press the Z button when settings are complete.
D
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Printable area
The gray area in the illustration below shows the printable area. The arrow indicates the feed direction.
A B positions vary with the option selected for Media Size Check, as shown below.
A (right edge of media)
On selected for Media Size Check: The right edge of the media.
Off selected for Media Size Check: Right edge reference position
B (left edge of media)
On selected for Media Size Check: The left edge of the media.
Off selected for Media Size Check: 1626 mm (64 inches) to the left from the right edge reference position
On selected for Media Size Check Off selected for Media Size Check
*1
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*1 The guide for the right edge reference position is the after heater or the longest mark of the label on the eject
guide.
*2 When media holding plates are attached, within 5mm of the left and right edges of the media is recognized as the
media edge.
For example, if the Side Margin is set to 5mm, the actual margin is 10mm. Note that if the media holding plates
are attached incorrectly, this value fluctuates.
U “Loading Media (SC-F7100 Series)” on page 28
U “Loading Media (SC-F7000 Series)” on page 33
*3 The value when jobs are printed continuously. Differs by the length the media was pulled when the media is
loaded.
*4
The value selected for Side Margin(Left) in the setup menu. The default value is 5 mm.
*5
The total of the values selected for Print Start Position and Side Margin(Right) in the setup menu. The default
settings for Print Start Position and Side Margin(Right) are 0 mm and 5 mm.
*6 Leave left and right margins of 10 mm or more when using media holding plates. Narrower margins could result
in printing over the plates.
Note:
❏ When side margins are configured on both the printer and RIP, this becomes the combined value.
❏ If the total of the print data width and side margin exceeds the printable area, a portion of the data will not be printed.
❏ If the following points are not observed when Media Size Check is Off, printing may occur outside the left and right
edges of the media. Ink used outside the edges of the media will stain the inside of the printer.
❏ Ensure that the print data width does not exceed the loaded media width.
❏ When media is loaded to the left of the right side reference position, align the Print Start Position setting with the
position where the media set.
U “Printer Setup Menu” on page 96
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Maintenance
Daily Maintenance
To maintain print quality, perform the following
inspection and cleaning before starting work each day.
Cleaning the Platen, Pressure Rollers, and Media Holding Plates
Clean the pressure rollers.
E
Remove particles of paper and dust from the
pressure rollers using a soft-bristled brush.
Caution:
!
❏ The after heater may be hot; observe all
necessary precautions. Failure to observe the
necessary precautions could result in burns.
❏ Be careful not to trap your hands or fingers
when opening or closing the front cover.
Failure to observe this precaution could result
in injury.
Ink and particles of paper and lint from the media
accumulate on the platen, pressure rollers, and media
holding plates. Ink on these surfaces may be transferred
to the media. Clean them thoroughly.
Important:
c
Continued use with lint, dust, or ink adhering to
these surfaces could damage the print head or clog
the nozzles.
Make sure the printer is turned off and the screen
A
has turned off, and then unplug the power cable
from the outlet.
Clean the media holding plates and platen.
F
Dampen a soft cloth in water, wring it out
thoroughly, and use it to remove lint and dust
from the media holding plates on both the left
and right sides and from the platen.
Leave the printer for a minute.
B
Open the front cover.
C
Raise the media loading lever.
D
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Checking for clogged nozzles
We recommend that you check the nozzles for clogs
each time you print to ensure quality results.
Ways to Check for Clogs
There are two ways to check for clogs.
❏ Print Nozzle Pattern
At specified intervals, the printer prints a test
pattern at the start of normal printing. When
printing is complete, you can visually inspect the
pattern to determine whether there may be faint or
missing colors in the preceding or following
printout.
U “Printer Setup Menu” on page 96
❏ On-Demand Nozzle Pattern
Nozzle patterns can be printed as required and
inspected visually to determine whether the nozzles
are clogged.
Buttons that are used in the following settings
After confirming that the printer is ready, press
A
the # button.
The Maintenance menu will be displayed.
Depending on the width of the loaded media, you can
conserve the amount of media used by printing patterns
side by side in the margins of a printed pattern.
❏ From 51 inches to less than 64 inches: it is possible
to print side by side up to 3 times at the right side,
center, and left side.
❏ From 34 inches to less than 51 inches: it is possible
to print side by side up to 2 times at the right side
and left side.
Note that when the media width is less than 34 inches
and Media Size Check is set to Off, it is not possible to
print side by side.
This section explains how to print and inspect a check
pattern.
Select Nozzle Check, select a print position of
B
your choosing, and then press the Z button.
A nozzle pattern will be printed.
C
Inspect the nozzle pattern.
D
Example of clean nozzles
The pattern contains no gaps.
Example of clogged nozzles
Perform head cleaning on any arrays that are
missing from the pattern.
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Always remove clogs from the nozzles of all
colors before resuming use. If clogged nozzles
(including clogged nozzles for colors that are not
used) remain when printing after resuming use,
the clogs can no longer be removed.
The menus close when printing is complete.
E
If you will use the margin of media on which a check
pattern has been printed during check pattern printing
after head cleaning, use the ubutton to rewind the
media until the Print Start Position reaches the position
of the pressure roller.
Head Cleaning
Should the nozzle pattern contain faint or missing
segments, you may be able to unclog the nozzles by
cleaning the print head as described below.
❏ Cleaning Cycle
Head cleaning is performed automatically at
selected intervals of 1 to 10 pages.
U “Printer Setup Menu” on page 96
This section explains how to clean the head if you find
that the nozzles are clogged on printing a test pattern.
Buttons that are used in the following settings
There is no need to clean the head if the print result does
not contain faint areas or other color problems.
You can also clean the head while printing is paused.
Note, however, that hues in the printout may change
when printing is resumed.
Head Cleaning Level
Choose from three levels of head cleaning.
Select Execute (Light) first. If the pattern still contains
faint or missing segments after head cleaning has been
performed once, try again using Execute (Medium) or
Execute (Heavy).
Note:
If colors are faint or missing even after head cleaning,
clean around the print head.
U “How to Clean” on page 72
Auto Maintenance Options
The printer features handy auto maintenance options
for performing regular head cleaning at an interval
selected as described below.
❏ Periodical Cleaning
Head cleaning is performed automatically at
selected intervals of 1 to 240 hours.
Pressing the # button when the printer is ready
A
to print displays the Maintenance menu.
Pressing the # button when printing is paused
takes you to Step 3.
Use the d/u buttons to select Cleaning and press
B
the Z button.
Choose the nozzles to be cleaned.
C
All Nozzles
Choose this option if all patterns in the printed
nozzle check results contain faint or missing
segments. If you select All Nozzles, proceed to
Step 5.
Selected Nozzles
Choose this option if only some of the numbered
patterns (nozzle arrays) in the printed nozzle
check results contained faint or missing
segments. You can select multiple nozzle arrays.
U “Printer Setup Menu” on page 96
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Choose the nozzle arrays to be cleaned.
D
❏ Use the d/u buttons to choose the nozzle arrays
with faint or missing segments in the nozzle check
pattern and press the Z button.
❏ After selecting the arrays you wish to clean, select
Proceed and press the Z button.
Select a cleaning level and press the Z button.
E
Select Execute (Light) first.
Head cleaning will be performed.
F
The menu will close when cleaning is complete.
Print a nozzle pattern and inspect the results to
determine whether the problem has been
resolved.
U “Checking for clogged nozzles” on page 69
If you paused the printer in Step 1, printing will
resume when head cleaning is complete; check
the printout to confirm whether the problem has
been resolved.
❏ Mask (available in the market)
Protects your mouth and nose from ink.
❏ A Maintenance Kit (consumable)
Contains gloves, cleaning sticks, wiper, and wiper
cleaner.
Please acquire a consumable Maintenance Kit.
U “Options and Consumable Products” on
page 111
❏ A clean room wiper (available in the market)
A lint-free (non-woven) cleaning cloth. Use to
clean around the print head.
❏ Metal or plastic (PP/PE) tray (available in the
market)
Used cleaning sticks, wiper and wiper cleaner taken
from the printer can be placed here.
Notes on Cleaning
Maintenance Around the Print Head
The printer requires cleaning and part replacement
around the print head to maintain print quality; the
maintenance schedule depends on the frequency with
which the printer is used.
Failure to perform appropriate maintenance will
shorten product life.
Part Cleaning: Preparation and Notes
What You’ll Need
Ready the following items before beginning part
cleaning.
❏ Remove the media from the printer before
proceeding.
❏ Complete the task within 10 minutes to prevent the
print head drying out.
A buzzer will sound after 10 minutes.
❏ Never touch the belts, circuit boards, or any parts
that do not require cleaning.
Failure to observe this precaution could result in
malfunction or reduced print quality.
❏ Do not use anything other than a consumable
cleaning stick. Other types of stick that produce lint
will damage the print head.
❏ Always use fresh cleaning sticks. Re-using sticks
can make stains even harder to remove.
❏ Do not touch the ends of the sticks. Oil from your
hands could damage the print head.
❏ Protective eyewear (available in the market)
Protects your eyes from ink.
❏ Use dry cleaning. Do not add any cleaning solution,
water, or alcohol to the cleaning stick. If water,
alcohol, or cleaning solution gets on the nozzle
surface, cap, or wiper, this can damage the printer.
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❏ Touch a metallic object before starting work to
discharge any static electricity.
How to Clean
To preserve print quality and ensure good results, clean
around the print head as suggested below.
❏ When colors in the printout are faint or missing
even after head has been cleaned.
❏ When the printout is smudged.
Clean the parts in the following order.
(1) Print head
(2) Wiper
(3) Caps
Confirm that the printer is on and press #.
A
The Maintenance menu will be displayed.
Use the d/u buttons to select Head
B
Maintenance and press the Z button.
Press the Z button to move the print head to the
C
cleaning position.
Open the maintenance covers at each end.
D
(4) Wiper rail
Moving the Print Head
This section describes how to position the print head for
part cleaning.
Important:
c
Be sure to follow the steps below when positioning
the print head. Moving the print head manually
could cause malfunction.
Buttons that are used in the following settings
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Cleaning Around the Print Head
Inspect the area around the print head and remove any
ink stains as described below.
Use a cleaning stick to wipe the locations of A
A
and B.
Important:
c
Use a narrow cleaning stick to clean between
the nozzles. Touching the nozzle (
section in the illustration) with the cleaning
stick could damage the print head.
A Nozzle area:
Clean as shown in the illustration.
B Other areas:
Wipe adhered ink, lint, and dust. When lint or
dust is caught, hook it with the tip of a
cleaning stick.
Ink spatters on the base of the print head can be
B
removed using a clean room wiper (available in
the market).
Important:
c
❏ Be sure not to touch the nozzle surface
during cleaning. Failure to observe this
precaution could damage the print
head.
❏ The parts shown below are sensors. Be
careful not to touch this area with your
hands or clean room wiper. Failure to
observe this precaution could affect
print quality.
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Cleaning Wiper and Caps
Clean the front and back of the wiper with a
A
cleaning stick.
If the attachment points do not require cleaning,
clean the wiper as shown below and proceed to
Step 7.
If there is ink on the attachment points, remove
the wiper for cleaning. Proceed to Step 2.
Remove the wiper.
B
Holding the wiper by the attachment point, tilt it
left and lift it out.
Clean the front and back of the wiper with a
C
cleaning stick.
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Clean the bottom of the wiper with a cleaning
D
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Clean the attachment points with a cleaning
E
stick.
Return the wiper when cleaning is complete.
F
Place on the attachment point and press down
until you hear a click.
Clean the area around the outside of the caps with
G
a cleaning stick.
Important:
c
Do not touch the insides of the caps. Failure
to observe this precaution could deform the
affected parts.
Cleaning the Wiper Rail
Important:
c
Neglecting to clean the wiper rail can impair the
performance of the wiper, causing product
malfunction.
When Press Z after cleaning. is displayed on
A
the control panel and the Z button is pressed,
the wiper moves to the back.
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Remove the wiper cleaner.
B
Grasp the cleaner as shown and lift it from the
printer.
Return the wiper cleaner that was removed in
D
Step 2 to its original position.
Place on the attachment point and press down
until you hear a click.
Close both maintenance covers and press the Z
E
button.
The menus will close when the print head returns
to its normal position.
Clean the area shown in the illustration.
C
Disposing of Waste Ink
When to Dispose of Waste Ink
Be sure to replace the Waste Ink Bottle when the
following message is displayed in the control panel.
❏ Prepare empty waste.
❏ Replace waste ink bottle and press Z.
Leave the waste ink in the Waste Ink Bottle for disposal;
do not transfer it to another container.
Be sure to read the Safety Data Sheet before a
replacement procedure. You can download it at your
local Epson Web site.
http://www.epson.com/
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Caution:
!
❏ Store waste ink in a location out of reach of
children.
❏ Wear protective eyewear, gloves, and a mask
when performing maintenance.
Should waste ink contact your skin or enter
your eyes or mouth, take the following actions:
❏ If fluid adheres to your skin, wash it off using large
volumes of soapy water. Consult a physician if the
skin appears irritated or is discolored.
❏ If fluid enters your eyes, rinse immediately with
water. Failure to observe this precaution could
result in bloodshot eyes or mild inflammation. If
problems persist, consult with a physician.
❏ If fluid enters your mouth, consult with a
physician as soon as possible.
❏ If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Consult
with a physician as soon as possible. If vomiting is
induced, vomited material may enter the
windpipe, which is dangerous.
Important:
c
❏ Never remove the Waste Ink Bottle while the
head is being cleaning or a print operation is in
progress. Failure to observe this precaution
could cause waste ink to leak.
Important:
c
If you replace the Waste Ink Bottle before being
prompted by a message, always clear the waste ink
counter. Otherwise, the replacement interval for
the Waste Ink Bottle will no longer be notified
correctly from the next message.
Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle
Raise the stopper.
A
❏ The waste ink from the printer is industrial
waste. Proper waste ink disposal in
compliance with the industrial waste disposal
laws and ordinances of your local government
is required. Consign disposal of waste inks to
an industrial waste disposer. At this point,
please provide the Safety Data Sheet to the
industrial waste disposer. You can download
it at your local Epson Web site.
Waste Ink Counter
The printer tracks waste ink and displays a message
when the counter reaches the warning level. If you
follow the message instructions and replace the Waste
Ink Bottle, the waste ink counter is cleared
automatically.
If you replace the Waste Ink Bottle before being
prompted by a message, run the Waste Ink Counter
option in the Maintenance menu after replacement.
U “The Maintenance Menu” on page 98
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Remove the Waste Ink Bottle from the Waste Ink
B
Bottle holder.
c
Lower the stopper.
D
Important:
❏ Be sure to confirm that the waste ink
tube is inserted in the mouth of the
waste ink bottle. Ink will spill onto the
surrounding area if the tube is not
inserted in the bottle.
❏ You will need the lid for the Waste Ink
Bottle when disposing of waste ink.
Keep the lid in a safe place; do not throw
it out.
Note:
If the backside of the stopper is stained, wipe it.
Insert the waste ink tube into the mouth of the
C
new Waste Ink Bottle and place the Waste Ink
Bottle in the holder.
Tightly seal the lid on the used Waste Ink Bottle.
Important:
c
Confirm that the stopper adheres closely the
mouth of the bottle. If there is a gap, waste
ink may splatter and stain the surrounding
area.
Press the Z button.
E
Check again to confirm that a fresh Waste Ink
F
Bottle is correctly placed and then press the Z
button to reset the waste ink counter.
Replacing the Wiper and Wiper Cleaner
Replace the wiper cleaner and wiper if the printout is
faint or smudged, or segments are missing even after
cleaning.
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Buttons that are used in the following settings
Maintenance
Remove the wiper cleaner.
E
Grasp the cleaner as shown and lift it from the
printer.
Confirm that the printer is on and press #.
A
The Maintenance menu will be displayed.
Use the d/u buttons to select Head
B
Maintenance and press the Z button.
Press the Z button to move the print head to the
C
cleaning position.
Open the right maintenance cover.
D
Insert a new wiper cleaner.
F
Place on the attachment point and press down
until you hear a click.
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Remove the wiper.
G
Holding the wiper by the attachment point, tilt it
left and lift it out.
The menus will close when the print head returns
K
to its normal position.
Insert new wiper.
H
Remove the cap on the wiping part of the wiper.
Place on the attachment point and press down
until you hear a click.
Press the Z button when the replacement
I
procedure is complete.
Close the maintenance cover and press the Z
J
button.
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Chip Unit Replacement and Ink Refills
Time Period for Chip Unit Replacements and Ink Refills
If the Check Ink Levels message is displayed on the
control panel, the chip unit needs to be replaced soon.
Obtain an ink pack of the appropriate color as soon as
possible.
You will be unable to print if the chip unit for even one
color needs to be replaced. If the Check Ink Levels
message is displayed during a print job, you can replace
the chip unit and refill the ink while printing continues.
Ink Packs Compatible with this PrinterU “Options
and Consumable Products” on page 111
Be sure to read the Safety Data Sheet before a
replacement procedure. You can download it at your
local Epson Web site.
http://www.epson.com/
Caution:
!
❏ Store ink packs in a location out of reach of
children.
❏ Wear protective eyewear, gloves, and a mask
when performing maintenance.
Should ink contact your skin or enter your eyes
or mouth, take the following actions:
❏ If f lu id ad he re s t o y ou r s ki n, wa sh it of f us in g l ar ge
volumes of soapy water. Consult a physician if the
skin appears irritated or is discolored.
❏ If fluid enters your eyes, rinse immediately with
water. Failure to observe this precaution could
result in bloodshot eyes or mild inflammation. If
problems persist, consult with a physician.
❏ If fluid enters your mouth, consult with a
physician as soon as possible.
❏ If swallowed, do not induce vomiting. Consult
with a physician as soon as possible. If vomiting is
induced, vomited material may enter the
windpipe, which is dangerous.
❏ Note the following points when refilling ink.
❏ Gently tear off the ink pack spout opening.
If you cut the nozzle too quickly, ink may splatter.
❏ Do not squeeze open ink packs. Ink may spill.
❏ Gently tilt the ink pack when pouring ink into the
ink tank.
Important:
c
This printer has a remaining ink warning system.
Use the following procedure for replacement and
ink refills to replace the chip unit and refill the ink
correctly.
When you are using the ink of initial filling after the
service engineer attaches the ink tank, replace the
chip unit and refill the ink when remaining ink is
about 70 mm from the bottom of the ink tank.
This system does not directly detect the amount of
ink remaining in the ink tank. Instead, the amount
of ink remaining is estimated based on the ink
usage conditions and displayed as a message. To
maintain the accuracy of this system, you must
replace the chip unit and refill the ink as soon as
possible once the remaining ink is 70 mm or less
from the bottom of the ink tank.
Procedure for Replacement and Ink Refills
You can use the same procedure to replace chip units for
all colors.
Important:
c
❏ Epson recommends the use of genuine Epson
ink packs.
Epson cannot guarantee the quality or
reliability of nongenuine ink. The use of
non-genuine ink may cause damage that is not
covered by Epson’s warranties, and under
certain circumstances, may cause erratic
printer behavior.
Information about non-genuine chip unit
status may not be displayed, and use of
non-genuine ink is recorded for possible use in
service support.
❏ Genuine Epson ink, other than those specified
here, could cause damage that is not covered
by Epson’s warranties.
U “Options and Consumable Products” on
page 111
❏ Do not place items on the ink tank or subject
the ink tank to strong impacts. The ink tank
could be detached.
Contact your dealer or Epson Support.
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If the Check Ink Levels message is displayed on
A
the control panel screen, check the ink level in the
ink tank via the scale on the ink pack.
If the remaining ink level is greater than 70 mm
from the base of the ink tank:
We recommend continuing to use the printer
until the remaining ink level is 70 mm from the
base of the ink tank so that you can use all the ink
in a new ink pack to refill the ink tank.
Lift the lock lever for the slider of the chip unit
B
you intend to replace.
Insert a finger into the depression on the top of
C
the slider and pull straight outward.
If the remaining ink level is 70 mm or less:
Proceed to Step 2.
Important:
c
When the remaining ink is 70 mm or more
from the bottom of the ink tank and a
message appears stating, Refill Ink Tank, it
is time to replace the ink tank. We
recommend replacing the ink tank at this
time. Replacements and repairs will be
provided for a fee.
During replacements and repairs, the ink in
the ink tank is discarded. This is necessary
because fine dirt, dust and other foreign
bodies mixed the ink in the ink tank cause
the ink tank to malfunction.
The ink tank replacement interval depends
on the usage environment and conditions.
Contact your dealer or Epson Support.
Important:
c
Do not tilt the slider. If the chip unit is
dropped it may break.
Remove the chip unit from the slider.
D
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Attach the chip unit supplied with the new ink
E
pack to the slider.
Check to confirm that the color of the label on the
slider matches the color of the label on the chip
unit when installing.
Shake the new ink pack as shown in the
G
illustration horizontally for approximately 5 cm
left and right for 5 seconds approximately 15
times.
Open the slider ink inlet cover.
H
Hold the slider level and insert it, then lower the
F
lock lever.
Remove the ink inlet cap from the ink tank.
I
Important:
c
Do not push the slider in with too much
force. Failure to observe this precaution
could damage the printer.
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Tear off the ink pack spout opening.
J
Fill the ink tank with the ink from the ink pack.
K
Insert the spout of the ink pack into the ink tank
ink inlet groove and slowly tilt to pour out the
ink.
Important:
c
Get all the ink out of the ink pack so that
there is none remaining.
Do not use the ink in an ink pack to refill
multiple different ink tanks.
This can cause messages from the remaining
ink warning system to not be displayed
properly.
Put the ink inlet cap back on the ink tank.
L
Close the slider ink inlet cover.
M
Disposal of Used Consumables
Dispose of used ink packs and chip units, as well as
printed media following local laws and regulations, for
example by consigning waste to industrial waste
disposer.
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Parts That Are Periodically Replaced
The following parts require periodic replacement.
The time until the following parts need to be replaced
depends on the conditions of use.
❏ Print head
❏ Ink holder
❏ Damper kit
❏ Pump cap
❏ Ink supply tank
The part life varies with operating conditions. Base the
decision to replace the print head on the quality of the
print results.
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Using the Control Panel Menu
Using the Control Panel Menu
Menu Operations
The menus are used as shown below.
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Using the Control Panel Menu
Menu List
The following items and parameters can be set and executed in the Menu. See the reference pages for more details on
each item.
Setting items: *1: SC-F7100 Series only; *2: SC-F7000 Series only.
Menu Item Parameter
Media Setup
U “The Media
Setup Menu” on
page 91
Media Remaining
Remaining Setup ON, OFF
Length 1.0 to 999.5 m (3 to 3000 ft)
Remaining Alert 1 to 15 m (4 to 50 ft)
Print Remaining Length Print
Select Media RIP Settings, 1 to 30 (media setting bank number)
Customize Settings
Current Settings Change settings for currently selected media. The options
available depend on whether RIP Settings or a media setting
bank is selected. More information on the options available
can be found below in the entries for RIP Settings and media
setting banks 1 to 30.
RIP Settings
Platen Gap 1.5, 2.0, 2.5
Head Alignment
Input thickness. 0.1 to 1.0 mm (4 to 40 mil)
Roll Type Printable Side Out, Printable Side In
Tension Measurement
Feeding Tension
Auto -
Manual 0 to 40
Take-up Tension
Auto -
Manual 1 to 6
Media Tension
Restore Settings Yes, No
*1
*1
*2
Periodically,Every Page, Off
0 to 40
*2
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Menu Item Parameter
1 to 30 (media setting bank number)
Setting Name Up to 22 half-size characters
Feed Adjustment Manual
Platen Gap 1.5, 2.0, 2.5
Head Alignment Manual (Uni-D),Manual (Bi-D)
Heating & Drying
*1
Heater Temperature OFF, 30 to 55 °C
Drying Time Per Pass 0 to 10 sec
Blank Area Feed
*1
Mode 1, Mode 2, Mode 3
After Heater Feed ON, OFF
*2
Drying
Drying Time Per Pass 0 to 10 sec
Media Suction 0 to 10
Head Movement Data Width, Printer Full Width
Multi-Strike Printing OFF, 2 to 8
Roll Type Printable Side Out, Printable Side In
Tension Measurement
Feeding Tension
*1
Periodically,Every Page, Off
*2
Auto -
Manual 0 to 40
Take-up Tension
*1
Auto -
Manual 1 to 6
Media Tension
Feed Speed
*2
0 to 40
Auto
Restore Settings Yes, No
Print Media List Print
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Menu Item Parameter
Printer Setup
U “Printer Setup
Menu” on
page 96
Side Margin(Right) 3 to 25mm (0.12 to 1.00inch)
Side Margin(Left) 3 to 25mm (0.12 to 1.00inch)
Print Start Position 0 to 800 mm (0.00 to 32.00 inch)
Media Size Check ON, OFF
Media End Check ON, OFF
Media Skew Check ON, OFF
Print Nozzle Pattern OFF, 1 to 10 pages
Periodical Cleaning
Light Off, 1 to 240 hours
Medium
Heavy
Power
Cleaning Cycle OFF, 1 to 10 pages
Heat Off Timer
*1
15 to 240 minutes
Maintenance
U “The
Maintenance
Menu” on
page 98
Print Logs
U “The Print Logs
Menu” on
page 99
Sleep Mode 15 to 240 minutes
Restore Settings Yes, No
Nozzle Check Print
Print At Right
Print At Center
Print At Left
Cleaning
All Nozzles Execute (Light), Execute (Medium), Execute (Heavy)
Selected Nozzles Execute (Light), Execute (Medium), Execute (Heavy)
Head Maintenance Move Head
Waste Ink Counter -
Print Job Log Sheet Print
Show Total Prints
(The menu displayed in the setting items depends on the
Media Size Check setting and the width of the loaded media.)
XXXXXXXm
2
(XXXXXXft2)
Printer Status
U “The Printer
Status Menu” on
page 99
Print Status Sheet Print
Firmware Version XXXXXXX,X_XX,XXXX
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Menu Item Parameter
Network Setup
U “The Network
Setup Menu” on
page 100
Preference
U “The
Preference Menu”
on page 100
Reset All Settings
U “The Reset All
Settings Menu” on
page 101
IP Address Setting
Auto -
Panel IP: 000.000.000.000 - 255.255.255.255
SM: 000.000.000.000 - 255.255.255.255
DG: 000.000.000.000 - 255.255.255.255
Print Status Sheet Print
Restore Settings Yes, No
Date And Time MM/DD/YY HH:MM
Language Japanese, English, French, Italian, German, Portuguese,
Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Korean, Chinese
Unit: Length m, ft/in
Unit: Temperature
Alert Sound Setting ON, OFF
Alert Lamp Setting ON, OFF
*1
°C, F
Yes, No
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Using the Control Panel Menu
Details of the Menu
Setting items: *1: SC-F7100 Series only; *2: SC-F7000 Series only.
The Media Setup Menu
The Media Setup menu can be accessed directly by pressing the M button.
is the default setting.
Media Remaining
Item Parameter Explanation
Remaining Setup
Length 1.0 to 999.5 m (3 to
Remaining Alert 1 to 15 m (4 to 50ft) An alert will be displayed if the amount of media remaining reaches this
Print Remaining Length Print
On
Off
3000 ft)
Choose On to display and record, or Off to not display and not record, the
amount of media remaining. If ON is set, Length, Remaining Alert, and
Print Remaining Length are displayed and can be configured. The
display panel shows the amount of media remaining based on the value
selected for Length and the amount of media used during printing.
Enter a value for overall roll length between 1.0 and 999.5 m (3 to 3000 ft).
You can set in 0.5 m (1 ft) increments.
length. Choose from values between 1 and 15 m (4 to 50 ft). You can set in
0.5 m (1 ft) increments.
Use Print Remaining Length to print the amount of media remaining on
the current roll before replacing it with another type of media. You can
then enter this number as the media the length the next time the roll is
used.
Select Media
Parameter Explanation
RIP Settings Choose the media settings used for printing.
1 to 30 (media setting bank number)
If RIP Settings is selected, the media settings selected in the software RIP
will be used.
Select a number between 1 and 30 to use the settings in the
corresponding media setting bank. Use Customize Settings to create
media setting banks.
Customize Settings
Item Parameter Explanation
Current Settings Change settings for currently selected media. The options available
depend on whether RIP Settings or a media setting bank is selected. More
information on the options available can be found below in the entries for
RIP Settings and media setting banks 1 to 30.
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RIP Settings
Item Parameter Explanation
Platen Gap 1.5 Change Platen Gap (the gap between the print head and the media) in the
media settings selected in the software RIP.
2.0
2.5
Head Alignment
The default setting for the SC-F7100 Series is 2.0. The default setting for the
SC-F7000 Series is 1.5. The default setting is recommended in most
circumstances. Raise the setting by 1 if printout is scratched or smudged.
Select 2.5 only if print results are still smudged when 2.0 is selected.
Choosing a larger gap than required may result in ink stains inside the
printer, reduced print quality, or shorter product life.
Input thickness. 0.1 to 1.0 mm (4
to 40 mil)
Roll Type
Tension Measurement
Printable Side
Out
Printable Side
In
Periodically
Every Page
*2
OFF
Enter a value for media thickness of from 0.1 to 1.0 mm (4 to 40 mil).
Choose Printable Side Out or Printable Side In according to how the
media is rolled.
Choose Periodically or Every Page to have the printer automatically
monitor and adjust media tension during printing for optimal results, Off
to disable automatic tension adjustment.
Periodically is recommended in most circumstances.
The printer may however be unable to adjust tension appropriately for
some media, resulting in excessive slack or other maladjustments that
cause printing problems, in which case you should select Off. Note,
however, that Off may result in unusually large margin between pages. In
addition, printing may not stop and the inside of the printer may become
stained. Observe the following precautions:
❏ Do not print at the end of a roll
❏ Do not select Off for Media End Check.
Select Every Page for more precise tensioning, but note that print times
will increase.
Feeding Tension
Auto -
Manual 0 to 40
*1
Use Auto is in most situations. If Media Size Check is not On when Auto is
set, the appropriate tension is not applied because the media width
cannot be detected.
If Media Size Check is Off, set Feeding Tension to Manual and then set
the recommended value for the media width.
If Feeding Tension is set to Auto and creases appear during printing or
black bands (dark stripes) appear in the print results, set Feeding Tension
to Manual. When Manual is set, we recommend setting Feeding Tension
to a recommended value that complies with the width of the loaded
media. See the following for more information.
U “Feeding Tension (SC-F7100 Series)” on page 60
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Item Parameter Explanation
Take-up Tension
Auto -
Manual 1 to 6
Media Tension
Restore Settings Yes
*1
*2
0 to 40 The manufacturer default set values will change as follows depending on
No
Use Auto is in most situations. If Media Size Check is not On when Auto is
set, the appropriate tension is not applied because the media width
cannot be detected.
If Media Size Check is Off, set Take-up Tension to Manual and then set
the recommended value for the media width.
If Take-up Tension is set to Auto and creases appear during printing or
black bands (dark stripes) appear in the print results, set Take-up Tension
to Manual. When Manual is set, we recommend setting Take-up Tension
to Lv3.
the Tension Measurement setting.
Periodically/Every Page: Lv28
OFF:Lv39
We recommend setting Media Tension in the setting menu to comply
with the width of the loaded media. The value depends on the Tension
Measurement setting. See the following for more information.
U “Media Tension (SC-F7000 Series only)” on page 61
If Yes is selected, the content of configured RIP Settings are returned to the
default settings.
1 to 30 (media setting bank number)
Item Parameter Explanation
Setting Name Assign the media setting bank a name up to 22 half-size characters long.
Using distinctive names makes it easier to select banks for use.
Feed Adjustment Manual Use this option if banding (horizontal banding, lines, or strips of uneven
color) persists after head cleaning and head alignment have been
performed.
The user visually inspects print results and enters the adjustment value by
hand. U “Feed Adjustment” on page 64
Adjustment varies with the media being used. Load the media for which
feed adjustment is required under the same conditions as the actual print
job.
Platen Gap 1.5 Choose the platen gap (the distance between the print head and the
media).
2.0
2.5
Head Alignment Manual(Uni-D)
Manual(Bi-D)
The default setting for the SC-F7100 Series is 2.0. The default setting for the
SC-F7000 Series is 1.5. The default setting is recommended in most
circumstances. Raise the setting by 1 if printout is scratched or smudged.
Select 2.5 only if print results are still smudged when 2.0 is selected.
Choosing a larger gap than required may result in ink stains inside the
printer, reduced print quality, or shorter product life.
Select Head Alignment to realign the print head when print results seem
grainy or out of focus.
Visually inspect print results and enter an appropriate correction by hand.
U “Correcting Print Misalignment (Head Alignment)” on page 62
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Item Parameter Explanation
Heating & Drying
Heater
Temperature
Drying Time Per
Pass
After Heater Feed On
Blank Area Feed
*1
Off Set the after heater temperature.
30 to 55 °C
0 to 10 sec Select the time the print head pauses to allow drying after each pass.
Off
Mode 1 If there is a section without print data (a blank area) during a job, the media
Mode 2
Mode 3
The default Heater Temperature is 55 °C.
Choose from values between 0.0 and 10.0 seconds. When you want to
maintain a constant drying time even when the print width changes, set
the drying time according to the media width. See the following for more
information.
U “Heating & Drying(SC-F7100 Series only)” on page 58
The time needed for the ink to dry varies with ink density and the media
used. If the ink blurs on the media, set a longer time than the
recommended value for drying the ink.
Increasing the drying time increases the time needed to print.
Select whether to feed media to the after heater after printing (On/Off).
Select On if the media will be cut before the next job starts. Note, however,
that the margin will increase.
is fed quickly. If this mode does not allow the ink to dry sufficiently, see the
following section and change the mode.
U “Heating & Drying(SC-F7100 Series only)” on page 58
*2
Drying
Drying Time Per
Pass
Media Suction 0 to 10 Suction is required to maintain the correct distance between the media
Head Movement
Multi-Strike Printing
0 to 10 sec Select the time the print head pauses to allow drying after each pass.
Choose from values between 0.0 and 10.0 seconds. The time needed for
the ink to dry varies with ink density and the media used. If the ink blurs on
the media, set a longer time for drying the ink.
Increasing the drying time increases the time needed to print.
and the print head; the amount needed varies with the type of media.
Excessive suction can increase the gap between the print head and thin or
flexible media, potentially reducing print quality or preventing the media
feeding normally. In such cases, you will ne ed t o low er med ia s uc tio n. The
suction power is weakened when the parameter is lowered.
Data Width Choose the range in which the print head moves during printing.
Printer Full Width
Off Choose the number of times each line is printed.
2 to 8
Data Width restricts print head movement to the printed area. Restricting
the extent of print head movement increases print speed.
If Printer Full Width is selected, the print head will move the full width of
the largest media supported by the printer. Select this option for more
even print results with less variation.
Roll Type
Printable Side Out
Printable Side In
Choose Printable Side Out or Printable Side In according to how the
media is rolled.
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Item Parameter Explanation
Tension Measurement
Feeding Tension
*1
Auto -
Manual 0 to 40
Periodically
Every Page
*2
OFF
Choose Periodically or Every Page to have the printer automatically
monitor and adjust media tension during printing for optimal results, Off
to disable automatic tension adjustment.
Periodically is recommended in most circumstances.
The printer may however be unable to adjust tension appropriately for
some media, resulting in excessive slack or other maladjustments that
cause printing problems, in which case you should select Off. Note,
however, that Off may result in unusually large margin between pages. In
addition, printing may not stop and the inside of the printer may become
stained. Observe the following precautions:
❏ Do not print at the end of a roll
❏ Do not select Off for Media End Check.
Select Every Page for more precise tensioning, but note that print times
will increase.
Use Auto is in most situations. If Media Size Check is not On when Auto is
set, the appropriate tension is not applied because the media width
cannot be detected.
If Media Size Check is Off, set Feeding Tension to Manual and then set
the recommended value for the media width.
If Feeding Tension is set to Auto and creases appear during printing or
black bands (dark stripes) appear in the print results, set Feeding Tension
to Manual. When Manual is set, we recommend setting Feeding Tension
to a recommended value that complies with the width of the loaded
media. See the following for more information.
U “Feeding Tension (SC-F7100 Series)” on page 60
Take-up Tension
*1
Auto -
Manual 1 to 6
Media Tension
*2
Use Auto is in most situations. If Media Size Check is not On when Auto is
set, the appropriate tension is not applied because the media width
cannot be detected.
If Media Size Check is Off, set Take-up Tension to Manual and then set
the recommended value for the media width.
If Take-up Tension is set to Auto and creases appear during printing or
black bands (dark stripes) appear in the print results, set Take-up Tension
to Manual. When Manual is set, we recommend setting Take-up Tension
to Lv3.
0 to 40 The manufacturer default set values will change as follows depending on
the Tension Measurement setting.
Periodically/Every Page: Lv28
OFF: Lv39
We recommend setting Media Tension in the setting menu to comply
with the width of the loaded media. The value depends on the Tension
Measurement setting. See the following for more information.
U “Media Tension (SC-F7000 Series only)” on page 61
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Item Parameter Explanation
Feed Speed
Restore Settings Yes
Auto
Lv1
Lv2
No
*1
The default setting for the SC-F7100 Series is Auto. The default setting for
the SC-F7000 Series is Lv2. The manufacturer default set value is
recommended in most circumstances. Set Lv1 if thin media is creased or
torn or sticks together or horizontal lines appear during printing. Note that
the speed does not change when a large number (of passes) was selected.
If Yes is selected, the setting content of selected media settings are
returned to the default settings.
Print Media List
Parameter Explanation
Print Print the contents of media setting banks 1 to 30.
Printer Setup Menu
is the default setting.
Item Parameter Explanation
Side Margin(Right) 3 to 25mm (0.12 to
1.00inch)
Side Margin(Left) 3 to 25mm (0.12 to
1.00inch)
Print Start Position 0 to 800 mm (0.00
to 32.00 inch)
Media Size Check
Media End Check
On
Off
On
Off
Choose the width of the right margin when media is loaded in the printer.
See the following for more information.
U “Printable area” on page 66
Choose the width of the left margin when media is loaded in the printer.
See the following for more information.
U “Printable area” on page 66
Adjust this parameter if you want to print from the near center of the
media or if you want to shift the printed area left from the Side
Margin(Right) setting. The area between the right edge of the media and
Print Start Position is left blank. If a value is selected for Side
Margin(Right), an additional area corresponding to the width selected
for Side Margin(Right) will be left blank. See the following for more
information.
U “Printable area” on page 66
Choose whether the printer automatically detects (On), or does not
automatically detect (Off), the edges of the media. Try Off if the printer
displays a Media Size Error when the media is correctly loaded. Note,
however, that the printer may print beyond the edges of the media when
Off is selected. Ink used outside the edges of the media will stain the inside
of the printer. We generally recommend to operate with this setting set to
On.
Choose whether the printer automatically detects (On) or does not
automatically detect (Off), the end of the media. Try Off if the printer
displays Media Out when the media is correctly loaded. We generally
recommend to operate with this setting set to On.
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Item Parameter Explanation
Media Skew Check
Print Nozzle Pattern
Periodical Cleaning
Light Off, 1 to 240 hours
Medium
Heavy
Power
On When skewed media is detected, the printer will either stop printing and
Off
Off Choose the frequency with which the printer prints a nozzle test pattern:
1 to 10 pages
display an error (On) or continue printing (Off). On is recommended in
most circumstances, as skewed media may cause the printer to jam.
never (Off) or once every 1 to 10 pages. Periodic test patterns will not be
printed while Off is selected. To print a test pattern at the top of every 1 to
10 pages, select an option between 1 and 10. When printing is complete,
you can visually inspect the pattern to determine whether there may be
faint or missing colors in the preceding or following printout.
Choose the frequency—never (Off) or after 1 to 240 hours—and strength
with which the printer performs head cleaning. Periodical Cleaning will
not be performed while Off is selected. If a value between 1 and 240 hours
is selected, auto head cleaning will be performed after the specified
number of hours. If printing is in progress when the specified time has
elapsed, Periodical Cleaning will only be performed after printing is
complete or the printer is reactivated.
The following reset the timer:
❏ Choosing a setting time for this item.
❏ When head cleaning was performed using All Nozzles at a strength
th at is t he sa me as o r hi gh er t ha n the setting selected for this setting.
Note that even when Off is selected for Periodical Cleaning, the printer will
automatically clean the print head at a fixed interval after printing to keep
the nozzle from clogging.
Cleaning Cycle
Heat Off Timer
Sleep Mode 15 to 240 minutes The printer will enter sleep mode if no errors have occurred, no print jobs
*1
Off Choose the frequency with which the printer performs auto head
cleaning: never (Off) or once every 1 to 10 pages. The Cleaning Cycle will
1 to 10 pages
15 to 240 minutes You can turn off the after heater automatically when no errors are
not be performed while Off is selected. Select 1 to 10 to perform head
cleaning before the specified number of pages is printed.
detected and no print jobs are in progress. This option is used to choose
the interval before the after heater turns off automatically.
The printer will enter sleep mode when the Heat Off Timer expires. In sleep
mode, the control panel turns off and the internal motors and other
components consume less power.
To reactivate the control panel display, press any button in the control
panel except the P button. The control panel display will however turn off
again if no operations are performed for another 30 seconds under these
conditions. The printer and heaters are only fully reactivated when a print
job is received, the media loading lever is used, or another operation
involving printer hardware is performed.
have been received, and no actions are performed on the control panel for
an extended period of time.
This setting selects the amount of time until the printer enters sleep mode.
Restore Settings Yes
No
Select Yes to restore all items in the Printer Setup menu to their default
settings.
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The Maintenance Menu
The Maintenance menu can be accessed directly by pressing the # button.
Item Parameter Explanation
Nozzle Check Print A nozzle pattern will be printed. Inspect the pattern visually and perform
head cleaning if you detect faint or missing colors.
Print At Right
Print At Center
Print At Left
Cleaning
U “Checking for clogged nozzles” on page 69
The menu displayed in the setting items depends on the Media Size Check
setting and the width of the loaded media.
All Nozzles Execute (Light)/
Execute (Medium)/
Execute (Heavy)
Selected Nozzles Execute (Light)/
Execute (Medium)/
Execute (Heavy)
Head Maintenance Move Head Position the print head for maintenance. Perform such maintenance as
Waste Ink Counter - If you replace the Waste Ink Bottle before being prompted by a message
Note the numbers of patterns that contain faint or missing colors and
clean all or selected nozzles. All Nozzles performs head cleaning for all
nozzles. Choose Selected Nozzles to clean only the nozzles in selected
arrays.
The level of cleaning can be selected from Execute (Light), Execute
(Medium), and Execute (Heavy). Select Execute (Light) first. If the
problem persists after you have used Execute (Light), choose Execute
(Medium). If the problem persists after you have used Execute (Medium),
choose Execute (Heavy).
U “Head Cleaning” on page 70
cleaning the wiper, caps, and the area around print head only after using
this option to position the head for cleaning. Moving the print head
manually could cause malfunction.
U “Maintenance Around the Print Head” on page 71
indicating the replacement interval of the Waste Ink Bottle in the control
panel, run the Waste Ink Counter option after replacement.
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The Print Logs Menu
These items are used to track consumables.
Item Parameter Explanation
Print Job Log Sheet Print You can print the job information saved in the printer (up to 10
jobs). The information includes the amount of media and ink used
in each job, making it easier to track the use of consumables.
Notes on ink consumption
This is a simple tool for estimating ink consumption for a given
print job. EPSON DOES NOT WARRANT ACCURACY. Actual ink
consumption varies considerably depending on such factors as
software used, firmware version, image printed, print settings,
substrate types, frequency of use, temperature, and variations in
printer performance and user preferences and practices.
Estimates do not account for ink used over the life of the cartridge
for ink remaining in the cartridge after the replace cartridge signal.
Some Epson printers have multiple tools for estimating cost or ink
consumption and not all tools work the same way.
Show Total Prints
XXXXXXm
2
(XXXXXXft2)
Displays the total area of media printed (to a maximum of six
digits).
The Printer Status Menu
These items track printer use and settings.
Item Parameter Explanation
Print Status Sheet Print Print a status sheet showing current printer settings. Use this
option to view a variety of information about the printer on a
single sheet.
Notes on ink consumption
This is a simple tool for estimating the total ink consumption.
EPSON DOES NOT WARRANT ACCURACY. Actual ink consumption
varies considerably depending on such factors as software used,
firmware version, image printed, print settings, substrate types,
frequency of use, temperature, and variations in printer
performance and user preferences and practices. Estimates do not
account for ink used over the life of the cartridge for ink remaining
in the cartridge after the replace cartridge signal. Some Epson
printers have multiple tools for estimating cost or ink
consumption and not all tools work the same way.
Firmware Version XXXXXXX,X_XX,XXXX View the printer Firmware Version.
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The Network Setup Menu
is the default setting.
Item Parameter Explanation
IP Address Setting
Auto -
Panel IP: XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX
SM: XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX
DG: XXX.XXX.XXX.XXX
Print Status Sheet Print Use Network Setup to print the current network status. Use this
Restore Settings Yes
No
Choose whether IP addresses are obtained automatically (Auto)
using DHCP or manually (Panel). If Panel is selected, enter an IP
address, subnet mask, and default gateway address. Contact your
system administrator for detailed information.
information for a complete overview of network settings.
Select Yes to restore all items in the Network Setup menu to their
default settings.
The Preference Menu
is the default setting.
Item Parameter Explanation
Date And Time MM/DD/YY HH:MM Set the printer’s built-in clock. The time provided by the clock is
used when printing logs and status sheets.
Language Japanese Select the language used in the control panel display.
English
French
Italian
German
Portuguese
Spanish
Dutch
Russian
Korean
Chinese
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