User’s Manual
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notice.
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misprint or error, please inform us.
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For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in
a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void
the users authority to operate this equipment.
The I/O cables between this equipment and the computing
device must be shielded.
NOTICE
Grounding Instructions
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet, have
the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Check with qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in
doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding
plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn out cord immediately.
For Canada
CLASS A NOTICE
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
CLASSE A AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.
ROLAND DG CORPORATION
1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN 431-2103
MODEL NAME : See the MODEL given on the rating plate.
RELEVANT DIRECTIVE : EC MACHINERY DIRECTIVE (98/37/EC)
EC LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE (73/23/EEC)
EC ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE (89/336/EEC)
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
Contents
To Ensure Safe Use ....................................................................................................................... 3
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité ..................................................................................................10
Important Notes on Handling and Use ...........................................................................................17
Printer unit.................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Ink cartridges................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Chapter 1 Introduction......................................................................................................................19
1-1 About the Machine .............................................................................................................................................. 20
Machine Features .......................................................................................................................... 20
Part Names and Functions ............................................................................................................. 21
Chapter 2 Operation..........................................................................................................................25
2-1 Starting the Machine ........................................................................................................................................... 26
Switching On the Power................................................................................................................ 26
Switching Off the Power................................................................................................................ 26
2-2 Setting the Media ................................................................................................................................................. 27
2-3 Specifying the Print Start Position ................................................................................................................... 28
2-4 Starting to Print.................................................................................................................................................... 32
Test Printing and Cleaning............................................................................................................. 32
Printing.......................................................................................................................................... 33
2-5 If Ink Runs Out ..................................................................................................................................................... 34
Checking for Remaining Ink .......................................................................................................... 34
If Ink Runs Out .............................................................................................................................. 35
Chapter 3 Maintenance......................................................................................................................37
3-1 Daily Care and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 38
Disposing of Discharged Ink ......................................................................................................... 38
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 39
Care and Maintenance of the Print Heads..................................................................................... 40
3-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective ............................................................................................................ 41
Performing More Powerful Cleaning.............................................................................................. 41
When Powerful Cleaning Is Not Effective...................................................................................... 41
3-3 Cleaning the Heads Using the Cleaning Kit .................................................................................................. 42
When the Cleaning Kit Becomes Necessary.................................................................................. 42
How to Perform Cleaning.............................................................................................................. 42
3-4 Replacing Parts That Wear Out........................................................................................................................47
Replacing the Wipers .................................................................................................................... 47
Replacing the Ink-Absorbing Material ........................................................................................... 51
3-5 When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period..................................................................................................... 53
Keep Performing Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 53
Alarm Feature................................................................................................................................ 53
Chapter 4 Feature Reference............................................................................................................55
4-1 Canceling or Pausing Printing ........................................................................................................................... 56
Canceling Printing......................................................................................................................... 56
Pausing Printing............................................................................................................................. 57
4-2 Setting the Print Start Position......................................................................................................................... 58
Searching the Print Start Position Automatically ............................................................................ 58
Manually Setting the Print Start Position........................................................................................ 59
Printing from the Same Position as the Previous Time ................................................................... 64
4-3 Setting the Print Start Position When Continuing Printing.......................................................................65
Printing from the Same Position as the Previous Time ................................................................... 65
Performing the Next Print from the Position Where Printing Ended............................................... 66
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Contents
Fine-Adjusting the Print Start Position on the Base Control Panel.................................................. 67
Fine-Adjusting the Print Start Position on the Printer Control Panel............................................... 68
Clearing the Print Start Position That Has Been Fine-Adjusted....................................................... 68
Setting a New Start Position .......................................................................................................... 69
4-4 Optimizing Printing.............................................................................................................................................. 70
Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Stripes and the Like ...................................... 70
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing ................................................................... 73
Saving Bidirectional Correction Values..........................................................................................75
Loading Bidirectional Correction Values ....................................................................................... 75
4-5 Setting Various Types of Media.......................................................................................................................... 76
Setting Media That Floats or Bends Easily...................................................................................... 76
Printing on Hard-to-dry Media ...................................................................................................... 77
Speeding Up Printing for Narrow Media ....................................................................................... 77
4-6 Changing the Printer Operation ...................................................................................................................... 79
Changing the Displayed Language ................................................................................................ 79
Adjusting the Print Start Position Offset......................................................................................... 79
Setting How the Printer Operates When Ink Runs Out.................................................................. 81
Resetting Print Head Settings to Their Initial Values....................................................................... 81
Printing a System Report ............................................................................................................... 82
4-7 Moving the Table and Lifter ............................................................................................................................... 83
Operating from the Base Control Panel ......................................................................................... 83
4-8 Menu Flowchart ................................................................................................................................................... 85
Main Menu on the Printer Control Panel ....................................................................................... 8 5
Cleaning and Maintenance Menu ................................................................................................. 87
Main Menu on the Base Control Panel .......................................................................................... 88
Chapter 5 What to Do If ....................................................................................................................91
5-1 The Printer Doesn’t Run....................................................................................................................................92
The printer does not run................................................................................................................ 92
5-2 Printing Quality Is Poor...................................................................................................................................... 93
Printed Results Are Coarse or Contain Horizontal Stripes ............................................................. 93
Colors Are Unstable or Uneven..................................................................................................... 93
Media Becomes Stained When Printed ......................................................................................... 9 3
5-3 The Print Heads Stopped Moving .................................................................................................................... 94
What to Do First............................................................................................................................ 94
If the Heads Still Do Not Move ..................................................................................................... 94
5-4 If a Message Appears ........................................................................................................................................... 95
Messages That Appear on the Printer Control Panel....................................................................... 95
Messages That Appear on the Base Control Panel.......................................................................... 95
5-5 If an Error Message Appears .............................................................................................................................96
Error Messages That Appear on the Printer Control Panel .............................................................. 96
Messages That Appear on the Base Control Panel.......................................................................... 97
Chapter 6 Specifications....................................................................................................................99
6-1 Printing Area........................................................................................................................................................100
Print Area .................................................................................................................................... 100
6-2 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels......................................................................101
6-3 Specifications.......................................................................................................................................................102
Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
Copyright© 2004 Roland DG Corporation http://www.rolanddg.com/
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Incorrect operation may cause injury
Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injur y or damage to property. Points which
must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
WARNING
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used improperly.
CAUTION
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.
The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle.
The symbol at left means “danger of electrocution.”
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden).
The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the circle.
The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out.
The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle.
The symbol at left means the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
WARNING
Be sure to follow the operation procedures described in this manual.
Failure to follow the pr ocedures may cause sudden operation or the like of the machine, which
may result in unexpected injury.
Never allow anyone unfamiliar with the
usage or handling of the machine to touch
the machine.
Touching a dangerous location may cause sudden operation or the like of the machine, which
may lead to an unexpected accident.
Never allow children near the machine.
The machine includes locations and components
that pose a danger to children, and major accident, including injury, blindness, or choking, may
occur.
Do not disassemble, repair, or modify.
Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal operation resulting in injury.
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Moving the machine requir es special equipment and training
This machine weighs 500 kg (1103 lb.).
WARNING
Do not emplace or move the machine
yourself.
The machine weighs appro ximately 500 kg (1103
lb.), and moving it requires special equipment
and training. P erforming operations in an unreasonable manner may result in a major accident.
WARNING
Install the machine in a location that is
level, stable, and able to bear the weight
of the machine.
This machine weighs approx. 500 kg (1103 lb.).
Installation in an unsuitable location may cause
a major accident, including tipover, fall, or collapse.
After installation, keep the stand secured
in place using the adjusters.
This machine weighs approx. 500 kg (1103 lb.).
If the machine should begin to topple, the tipover
cannot be stopped with human strength, and a
major accident may r esult, including crushing of
the appendages or the body.
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Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or fire
This machine carries a high current. This can cause situations that could not occur with low-power equipment; use caution.
WARNING
Do not use with any electrical pow er supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the unit.
Use with any other power supply may lead to
fire or electrocution.
Never allow the machine to get wet, or
apply gasoline, thinner, or any other flammable material to it.
Current leakage ma y cause electrical shock, electrocution, or combustion and fire.
Never allow hairpins, coins, matches, or
any other object to get inside the machine
through the ventilation ports.
Doing so may cause and electrical short, resulting in shock or electrocution, or the inserted
object may catch fire.
Never place gasoline, alcohol, thinner, or
any other flammable material near the
machine, or use an aerosol spray close to
the machine.
Doing so may cause fire.
Never damage the power cord or pull it
with force.
Doing so may tear the cord’s insulation, causing
an electrical short and resulting in electrical
shock, electrocution, or fire.
Never place an y object on the power cord,
bend the power cord using e xcessive force,
or allow the power cord to become deformed.
The cord carries a high current. If it becomes
deformed, the def ormed location may gr ow hot
and cause fire.
Do not use with a damaged power cord
or plug, or with a loose electrical outlet.
Doing so may lead to fire, electrical shock, or
electrocution.
Never use an y po w er cor d other than the
power cord included with the machine.
Also, never use a pow er strip or extension
cord.
The power strip or extension cord may grow
hot and cause fire.
When unplugging the electrical power
cord from the po wer outlet, grasp the plug,
not the cord.
Unplugging by pulling the cord may damage it,
leading to fire, electrical shock, or electr ocution.
Ground the unit with the ground wire.
Failure to do so may r esult in risk of electr ocution in the event of a mechanical problem.
In the event of an abnormal state (such as
smoke or sparks, odor or burning or unusual noise), immediately unplug the
power cord or shut off the power supply
that the machine is connected to.
Failure to do so may result in fire, electrical
shock, or electrocution. Immediately disconnect
the power cord or shut off the power supply
that the machine is connected to and contact
your Roland DG Corp. service center.
Never use the machine with the power
cord bound into a bundle or roll.
The cord carries a high current. If the cord is in
a bundle or roll, it may grow hot and cause fir e.
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Ink, cleaning liquid, and discharg ed fluid are flammab le and toxic
WARNING
Never operate in locations such as those
near an open flame or heater, or where
sparking or static electricity may occur.
Ink or the like may ignite and cause fire.
Never place ink, cleaning liquid, or discharged fluid in any of the following locations.
➢ Near open flame
➢ In a hot location, such as near a heater
➢ Near bleach, chemicals, explosives, or
the like
Doing so may cause fire.
CAUTION
Ensure adequate ventilation for the w ork
area.
Odor from ink and the like may cause physical
distress, or may cause to fire.
Never drink or sniff ink, cleaning liquid, or
discharged fluid, or allow them to come
in contact with the eyes or skin.
Doing so may be hazardous to your health.
Store ink cartridges in a location out of
the reach of children.
In the Event of Ingestion or Physical Distress
➢ In the event of contact with the eyes, immediately flush with running water for at least 15 minutes. If eye
irritation continues, seek treatment by a physician.
➢ In the event of contact with skin, immediately wash with soap. If irritation or inflammation occur, seek
treatment by a physician.
➢ In the event of ingestion, do not induce vomiting, and immediately seek treatment by a physician. Forcibly
inducing vomiting may lead to danger of choking.
➢ If odor leads to physical distress, move to a well-ventilated location and rest quietly. If dizziness or nausea
persists, seek treatment by a physician.
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Important Notes Regarding Operators and the Work Area
WARNING
Never operate the machine when tir ed or
after ingesting alcohol or medications.
Operation requires appropriate judgment, and
impaired judgement can lead to unexpected injury.
Conduct operations in a clean, brightly lit
location.
Working in a location that is dark or cluttered
can be hazardous. Operations in such locations
may cause an accident, such as tripping and
bumping into the machine.
Only touch or go near the machine when
necessary such as when setting the media
or operating the panel.
Otherwise, you may accidentally touch a dangerous location on the machine or cause sudden operation or the like of the machine, which
may result in unexpected injury.
Do not touch the machine while it is in
operation.
If you do, your fingers or hand ma y get caught in
the machine, which may lead to serious injury.
CAUTION
Never attempt operation while w earing a
necktie, necklace, loose clothing, or the
like. Bind long hair securely.
Such items may become caught in the table or
lifter or other areas, resulting in injury.
Never climb or lean on the machine.
The machine is not made to support a person.
Climbing or leaning on the machine may cause
parts to break, resulting in injur y.
When operating the machine, check that
there is no one nearby.
If there is, tell the person that the machine will
start operating in advance. Otherwise, sudden
operation or the like of the machine ma y cause
injury to people nearby.
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Warning Labels
Warning labels are affixed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meanings of these labels are as
follows. Be sure to heed their warnings. Also, never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured.
Flammable
Ink and discharged fluid are flammable.
Keep away from open flame.
Ink Is Toxic
Ink and discharged fluid are toxic. Avoid
contact with the body. Use only in a wellventilated area.
Caution: Moving Print Heads
The print heads inside the cover move at
high speed and pose a hazard. Never insert
the hand or fingers into the gap.
Caution: Pinching Hazard
Moves while printing. Be
careful not to get your
fingers or hand caught in
between the machine parts.
Caution: Pinching Hazard
Moves while printing. Be
careful not to get your fingers
or hand caught in between the
machine parts.
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Caution: Pinching Hazard
Moves while printing. Be careful not to get
your fingers or hand caught in between
the machine parts.
Caution: Pinching
Hazard
Moves while
printing. Be careful
not to get your
fingers or hand
caught in between
the machine parts.
Flammable
Ink and discharged fluid are flammable.
Keep away from open flame.
Caution: Pinching Hazard
Moves while printing. Be careful not to
get your fingers or hand caught in
between the machine parts.
Caution: Pinching Hazard
Moves while printing. Be careful not to get
your fingers or hand caught in between
the machine parts.
Ink Is Toxic
Ink and discharged fluid are toxic. Avoid
contact with the body. Use only in a wellventilated area.
Ink cartridge
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L'utilisation incorrecte peut causer des b lessures
La manipulation ou l'utilisation inadéquates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures ou des dommages
matériels. Les précautions à prendre pour prévenir les blessures ou les dommages sont décrites ci-dessous.
Avis sur les avertissements
ATTENTION
PRUDENCE
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure gra v e en cas
de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de blessure ou de dommage matériel
en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
* Par dommage matériel, il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet indésira-
ble sur la maison, tous les meubles et même les animaux domestiques.
À propos des symboles
Le symbole attire l'attention de l'utilisateur sur les instructions importantes ou les av ertissements. Le sens précis du symbole est déterminé par le dessin à l'intérieur du triangle. Le
symbole à gauche signifie "danger d'électrocution".
Le symbole avertit l'utilisateur de ce qu'il ne doit pas faire, ce qui est interdit. La chose
spécifique à ne pas faire est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche
signifie que l'appareil ne doit jamais être démonté.
Le symbole prévient l'utilisateur sur ce qu'il doit faire. La chose spécifique à faire est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche signifie que le fil électrique doit
être débranché de la prise.
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A TTENTION
S'assurer de suivre les procédures d'utilisation décrites dans ce manuel.
Si les procédures indiquées ne sont pas suivies,
le fonctionnement de l'appareil peut être dé-
clenché soudainement, ce qui risque de causer
des blessures.
Ne jamais permettre à quiconque de toucher l'appareil s'il ou si elle n'en connait
pas le fonctionnement ou la manutention.
Toucher l'appareil à certains points dangereux
peut en déclencher le fonctionnement, ce qui
risque de causer un accident imprévu.
Ne jamais laisser d'enfants s'approcher de
l'appareil.
Des éléments et des surfaces de l'appareil pré-
sentent des risques pour les enfants. Il pourrait
se produire un accident gra v e qui causerait des
blessures, ou créerait un risque de cécité ou de
suffocation.
Ne pas démonter, réparer ni modifier.
Démonter , réparer ou modifier l'appareil risque
de provoquer un incendie ou de causer un fonctionnement anormal entraînant des blessures.
A TTENTION
Le déplacement de l’appareil requiert un matériel et un
savoir -faire spécialisés.
Le poids de cet appareil est de 500 kg (1103 lb.)
Ne jamais tenter de procéder seul à des
opérations comme l'installation ou le dé-
placement de l'appareil.
Le poids de cet appareil est d'environ 500 kg
(1103 lb.); il faut une formation et de l'équipement spéciaux pour déplacer l'appareil. Tenter
de procéder à ces opérations de manière intempestive peut provoquer un accident grave.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
A TTENTION
Installer l'appareil à un endroit stable et
plat et capable de supporter son poids.
Le poids de cet appareil est d'environ 500 kg
(1103 lb.). Installer l'appareil à un endroit
inapproprié peut provoquer un accident grave
comme le renversement, la chute ou l'écrase-
ment.
Une fois l'appareil installé, solidifier la base
à l'aide des éléments de réglage ajustab les.
Le poids de cet appareil est d'environ 500 kg
(1103 lb.). Si l'appareil commence à basculer,
aucune force humaine ne peut l'empêcher de se
renverser; il s'ensuivrait un accident grave, par
exemple l'écrasement d'un membre ou du corps.
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Risque de décharge ou de choc électrique,
d'électrocution ou d'incendie
Cet appareil transmet une tension élevée. Cela peut créer des situations qui ne se produisent pas avec de
l'équipement à basse tension. La prudence est de mise.
A TTENTION
Ne pas utiliser avec une source d'alimentation électrique non conforme à la norme
indiquée sur l'appareil.
Utiliser l'appareil avec une autre source d'alimentation risque de provoquer un incendie ou
de causer une électrocution.
Ne jamais permettre que l'appareil soit
mouillé; ne jamais y appliquer d'essence,
de diluant ni aucun matériau inflammable.
Une fuite de courant peut causer un choc électrique, l'électrocution ou la combustion et un
incendie.
Ne jamais laisser des épingles à cheveux,
des pièces de monnaie, des allumettes ni
aucun autre objet pénétrer dans l'appareil par les orifices de ventilation.
Cela crée un risque de décharge électrique ou
d'électrocution. En outre, les objets peuvent
prendre feu.
Ne jamais placer de l'essence, du diluant
ni aucun matériau inflammable près de
l'appareil; ne jamais utiliser de pr oduits en
aérosol près de l'appareil.
Cela crée un risque d'incendie.
Ne jamais endommager le câble d'alimentation ni le tirer vigoureusement.
Cela risque de déchirer l'isolant du câble et de
causer un court-circuit, ce qui aurait comme
résultat un choc électrique, l'électrocution ou
un incendie.
Ne jamais placer d'objets sur le cordon
d'alimentation, plier le câble d'alimentation en utilisant une force excessiv e ni laisser le câble d'alimentation se déformer.
Le câble transmet un courant de tension élevée. Si le câble se déforme, la section affectée
peut surchauffer et causer un incendie.
Ne jamais utiliser l'appareil si le câble d'alimentation est attaché ou enroulé.
Le câble transmet un courant de tension élevée. S'il est attaché ou enr oulé, il peut surchauffer et causer un incendie.
Ne pas utiliser si le fil ou la fiche électriques sont endommagés; ne pas brancher
dans une prise mal fixée.
Négliger de suivre cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une décharge
électrique ou une électrocution.
Ne jamais utiliser un cordon d'alimentation autre que celui qui est fourni a vec l'appareil. Ne jamais non plus utiliser de bande
d'alimentation électrique ni de rallonge.
La bande d'alimentation ou la rallonge peuvent
surchauffer et causer un incendie.
Pour débrancher l'appareil, saisir la fiche
et non le fil électrique.
Tirer sur le fil peut l'endommager, ce qui risque
de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une
décharge électrique ou une électrocution.
Mettre l'appareil à la terre avec le fil de
mise à la terre.
Ne pas respecter cette consigne peut créer un
risque d'électrocution en cas de panne mécanique.
S'il se produit quoi que ce soit d'anormal
(fumée, étincelles, odeur, combustion ou
bruit inhabituel), débrancher immédiatement le câble d'alimentation.
Le défaut de ce faire peut entraîner un incendie,
un choc électrique ou l'électrocution. Débrancher immédiatement le câble d'alimentation et
communiquer avec le Centre de ser vices Roland DG.
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L'encre, les liquides nettoyants et les liquides
usés sont inflammables et toxiques
A TTENTION
Ne jamais utiliser l'appareil près d'une
flamme nue ou d'un appareil de chauffage
ou dans des endroits où la production
d'étincelles ou d'électricité statique peut
survenir.
L'encre ou les autres pr oduits combustibles peuvent s'enflammer et causer un incendie.
Ne jamais placer d'encre, de liquide de
nettoyage ou des liquides usés dans les
endroits suivants :
➢ près d'une flamme nue
➢ dans un endroit chaud, par exemple
près d'un appareil de chauffage
➢ près de javellisants, de produits chimi-
ques, d'explosifs ou d'autres produits
semblables
Cela crée un risque d'incendie.
En cas d'ingestion ou de trouble physique
PRUDENCE
S'assurer que le lieu de travail est bien
aéré.
L'odeur de l'encre et des autres produits peut
causer des troubles physiques ou pr ovoquer un
incendie.
Ne jamais boire l'encre, le liquide de nettoyag e ni les liquides usés, ne pas en r espirer les vapeurs et ne pas laisser les produits entrer en contact av ec les yeux ou la
peau.
Cela est dangereux pour la santé.
Entreposer les cartouches d'encre dans un
endroit hors de la portée des enfants.
➢En cas de contact a vec les y eux, rincer immédiatement et abondamment à l'eau courante pendant au moins 15
minutes. Si les yeux sont toujours irrités, consulter un médecin.
➢En cas de contact a vec la peau, laver immédiatement à l'eau et au savon. Si la peau de vient irritée ou inflammée,
consulter un médecin.
➢En cas d'ingestion, ne pas provoquer le vomissement et demander immédiatement l'aide d'un médecin. Provo-
quer le vomissement peut créer un risque de suffocation.
➢Si l'odeur cause un trouble physique, amener la personne dans un endroit bien aéré et la faire se reposer. Si
l'étourdissement ou les nausées persistent, consulter un médecin.
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Remarques importantes sur les opérateurs et le lieu de tra vail
A TTENTION PRUDENCE
Ne jamais faire fonctionner l'appareil en
état de fatigue, ni après avoir consommé
de l'alcool ou des médicaments.
L'utilisation de l'appareil exige d'exer cer du bon
sens; par conséquent, l'opérateur peut se blesser s'il n'est pas en possession de tous ses
moyens.
Utiliser l'appareil dans un endroit propre
et bien éclairé.
Travailler dans un endroit sombre ou encombré peut créer des risques. Utiliser l'appar eil dans
de tels endroits risque de causer un accident,
par exemple un faux pas et une chute sur l'appareil.
Ne s'approcher ou ne toucher l'appareil
qu'en cas de nécessité absolue, telle que
pour le recharger ou pour utiliser l'écran.
En effet, un mouvement involontaire risque de
se traduire par le contact av ec une zone dangereuse de l'appareil, voire de pro voquer son fonctionnement inopiné et d'être la cause de blessures imprévisibles.
Ne jamais faire fonctionner l'appar eil si on
porte une cravate, un collier, des vêtements amples ou autres du même genre.
Bien attacher les cheveux longs.
Les cravates, colliers, vêtements amples ou cheveux peuvent être entraînés dans le système
d'alimentation du support ou par d'autres élé-
ments, ce qui risque de causer des blessures.
Ne jamais grimper ni s'appuyer sur l'appareil.
L'appareil n'est pas conçu pour supporter le
poids d'une personne. Grimper ou s'appuyer sur
la machine peut déplacer des éléments et causer un faux pas ou une chute, ce qui causerait
des blessures.
Ne pas toucher l'appareil lors de son fonctionnement.
Les doigts ou la main risquent d'être happés dans
l'appareil et de subir de très graves blessures.
Avant d’utiliser l'appareil, s'assurer qu'il
n'y a personne à proximité. En cas de pré-
sence de tiers, les avertir avant la mise en
route de l'appareil.
Le fonctionnement soudain de l'appareil pose
un risque de danger de blessures pour les personnes présentes.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
Vignettes d'avertissement
Des vignettes d'avertissement sont apposées pour qu'il soit facile de repérer les zones dangereuses. La signification des vignettes est donnée ci-dessous. Respecter les avertissements.
Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s'encrasser.
Inflammable
L'encre et les liquides usés sont inflammables. Les garder loin de toute flamme nue.
L'encre est toxique
L'encre et les liquides usés sont toxiques.
Éviter tout contact. Utiliser uniquement
dans un endroit bien aéré.
Attention : Têtes d'impression mobiles
Les têtes d'impression sous le couvercle se
déplacent à haute vitesse et représentent un
danger. Ne jamais insérer la main ou les
doigts dans l'ouverture.
Attention : risque de pincement
Mouvement lors de l'impression. Veiller à ne pas se
coincer les doigts dans
l'appareil.
Attention : risque de pincement
Mouvement lors de l'impression. Veiller à ne pas se coincer
les doigts dans l'appareil.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
Attention : risque de pincement
Mouvement lors de l'impression. Veiller à
ne pas se coincer les doigts dans l'appareil.
Attention : risque
de pincement
Mouvement lors de
l'impression. V eiller
à ne pas se coincer
les doigts dans
l'appareil.
Inflammable
L'encre et les liquides usés sont inflammables. Les garder loin de toute flamme nue.
Attention : risque de pincement
Mouvement lors de l'impression. Veiller
à ne pas se coincer les doigts dans
l'appareil.
Attention : risque de pincement
Mouvement lors de l'impression. Veiller à
ne pas se coincer les doigts dans l'appareil.
L'encre est toxique
L'encre et les liquides usés sont toxiques.
Éviter tout contact. Utiliser uniquement
dans un endroit bien aéré.
Cartouche d'encre
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Important Notes on Handling and Use
This machine is a precision device. To ensure the full performance of this machine, be sure to observe the
following important points. Failure to observe them may not only result in loss of perf ormance, but may also
cause malfunction or breakdown.
Printer unit
This Machine Is a Precision Device
➢Handle carefully, and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force.
➢Nev er needlessly put your hand or fingers inside the cover, the ink-cartridge ports, or other internal areas of
the machine.
Install in a Suitable Location
➢Install in a location having the specified temperature and relative humidity.
➢Install in a quiet, stable location offering good operating conditions.
The Print Heads Are Delicate
➢Never needlessly touch or allow media to scrape them. Failure to handle with care may cause damage.
➢The print heads can be damaged if it dries out. The machine prevents desiccation automatically, but improper
operation may render this feature inoperative. Operate properly, as specified in this manual.
➢Nev er allow the machine to stand with an ink cartridge remov ed. Remaining ink in the printer may harden and
clog the print heads.
➢The print heads are components that wear out. Periodic replacement is required, with the frequency of re-
placement depending on use.
This Machine Becomes Hot
➢Never cover the ventilation holes with cloth, tape, or anything else.
When Moving the Machine
➢Special preparations are required when moving the machine. Please check with your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer or Roland DG Corp. service center ahead of time.
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Important Notes on Handling and Use
Ink cartridges
Ink Cartridges Come in Various Types
➢Use a type that is compatible with the printer. Also , be sure to use only genuine items fr om Roland DG Corp.
Never Subject to Impact or Attempt to Disassemble
➢Never drop or shake forcefully. The impact may rupture the internal pouch and cause the ink to leak.
➢Never attempt to disassemble.
➢Never attempt to refill the ink.
➢If ink gets on your hands or clothing, wash it off as soon as possible. Removal may become difficult if allowed
to stand.
Storage
➢Store unopened in a well-ventilated location at a temperature of -20 to 40°C (-4 to 104°F).
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Chapter 1
Intr oduction
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1-1 About the Machine
Machine Features
The FLJ-300 is a large format printer equipped with a flat table. Because the media is set on the flat table, printing is
possible on various materials such as a thic k or hard material. This was difficult to do on a conventional inkjet printer.
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Part Names and Functions
Main unit
1-1 About the Machine
Cartridge Slots
This is where ink cartridges are installed.
Loading Lever
You use this to fix the media in place.
Maintenance Cover
You remove this when you perform
maintenance.
Emergency Stop Switch
If you press this in an emergency , the machine operation stops and the sub power
supply turns off.
Front Cover
Be sure to close this when you perform printing.
Cover
You remove this when you perform maintenance.
Indication Light
This comes on when the printer
is in operation.
Printer Control Panel
You use this to operate the print
head, set various menus, and
view messages.
Base Control Panel
You use this to operate the entire
printer such as the table and lifter ,
set various menus, and view
messages.
Table
This is where you set the media. The table
moves when printing starts.
Printer Side Panel
Rubber Mat
This is used with the optional blower.
For all other cases, remove it.
Touch Sensor
If the sensor touches an object or person,
the printer makes an emergency stop for
safety reasons.
USB Connector
Connect a USB cable (sold separately).
Main Power Switch
This is the main power switch for
the machine.
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1-1 About the Machine
Media Sensor
The sensor detects the front edge and the upper edge
of the media when setting the print start position.
Safety Sensor
Printer Rear Panel
Safety Sensor
The sensor monitors the distance between
the media and the printer head during operation.
Media Sensor
Power cord
This supplies power to the printer.
Inside the Printer Cover
Mark Line
This line is used as a guide
when setting the media.
Print-head Carriage
The print heads are inside the carriage.
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Printer Control Panel
CLEANING Key
You use this to clean the
print heads.
TEST PRINT Key
Holding this down for one
second or longer performs a
printing test.
BASE POINT Key/Light
You use this when you want to
set the print start position. The
light comes on when the start
position is set.
Cursor Keys
You use these to select settings
for menu items and to move the
media.
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Display Screen
This displays various setting menus and other information.
BUSY Light
This comes on during printing.
SETUP Light
The light comes on when the
printer is ready to print.
PAUSE Key
This pauses printing.
MENU Key
You press this to show a menu. You press
this to enter the menus for various settings.
ENTER Key
You use this to confirm setting values and
execute an operation.
Printer Control Panel Notation
In this document, the keys and lights on the control panel are indicated by the following images.
MENU Key
ENTER Key
Cursor Keys
PAUSE Key/Light
TEST PRINT Key
CLEANING Key
BASE POINT Key/Light
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1-1 About the Machine
Base Control Panel
SERVO ON
This is the sub power switch for the printer. The machine starts
when you press this switch when the main power switch is on.
SERVO OFF
This is the sub power switch for the printer. The sub power supply
turns off when you press this switch when the machine is powered
up.
Emergency Stop Switch
If you press this in an emergency, the machine operation stops and the sub power supply turns off.
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
F5 Button
You press this button to enter the machine’s maintenance mode.
F6 Button
Press this to switch the language shown on the
screen.
Display Screen
This displays various setting menus and messages.
The display is a touc h panel. Y ou can touch the menus and cursors
on the display to set the menus.
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Chapter 2
Oper ation
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2-1 Starting the Machine
Switching On the Pow er
W ARNING
➊
➋
If you are lea ving the printer after y ou finished printing, be sure to turn off the sub
power.
If another person touches the printer inadvertently, the machine ma y sud denl y mov e and
cause injury.
Switch on the main power switch.
Press the SERVO ON to switch on the sub power.
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Switching Off the Pow er
Normally, only press the SERVO OFF to switch off the sub power.
F1
F2
F3
F4
F5
F6
Important Note on Switching Off the Power
Never switch off the printer’s main power or unplug the power cord suddenly while operation is in progress.
Doing so may damage the print heads. Be sure to first switch off the sub power.
If the main power is accidentally switched off, immediately turn the main power and sub power back on.
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Chapter 2: Operation
2-2 Setting the Media
Set the media by aligning the corner of the media to the position on the table indicated in the figure.
Alight the right edge of the media to the table edge and the top edge to the mark line.
Printer rear view
Printer rear panel
Table
Origin
The origin for printing. Align
the corner of the media here.
Table front edge
Media Not Suitable for Printing
The following types of media are not suitable for printing.
➢Media that is bent or media that easily winds up.
➢Media whose surface is extremely uneven.
➢Media whose thickness is not uniform
CAUTION
Be sure to follow the procedure exactly and only touch the specified locations.
Otherwise sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
Mark line
Media
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2-3 Specifying the Print Start Position
Specify the print start position from the Base Control Panel Specify the position by entering a value.
1.
Enter numeral input mode.
➊
➋
➌
Press [HOME].
The table and lifter moves to the home position.
Press [SET UP].
Press the [NUMERAL INPUT].
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2.
Specify the front edge position of the media.
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Press [POS FROM MARK LINE].
A numeric keypad appears.
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