USER'S MANUAL
Most of the gures in this document depict the LEC-330.
Thank you very much for purchasing this product.
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The contents of this operation manual and the specications of this product are subject to change without
notice.
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misprint or error, please inform us.
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use of this product, regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product.
Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur with respect
to any article made using this product.
For EU Countries
Manufacturer:
ROLAND DG CORPORATION
1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Kita-ku, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken, 431-2103 JAPAN
The authorized representative in the EU:
Roland DG Corporation, German Ofce Halskestr. 7, 47877 Willich, Germany
For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMIS-
SION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT
NOTE: 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 modication to this system can void
the users authority to operate this equipment.
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.
NOTICE
Grounding Instructions
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not t the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualied electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without
yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not
connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualied 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.
Operating Instructions
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invites accidents.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep work area well lighted.
DISCONNECT TOOLS before servic ing; when chan ging
accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and like.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in off position before plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s
manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF.
Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
This product is using GNU General Public License (GPL) / GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) software. You have the right to acquire, modify, and distribute the source code for this GPL/LGPL software. You
can obtain the GPL/LGPL source code used in this product by downloading it from the following website.
URL: http://www.rolanddg.com/gpl/
Roland DG Corp. has licensed the MMP technology from the TPL Group.
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.
For EU Countries
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm,
including lead.
For California
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Contents
To Ensure Safe Use .....................................................................................5
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité ..................................................................12
Important Notes on Handling and Use.............................................................20
Printer Unit ..................................................................................................20
Ink Cartridges ..............................................................................................21
Chapter 1 Introduction .....................................................................................23
1-1 Introduction ...........................................................................................24
Features of the Machine ..............................................................................................................24
Features of ECO-UV inks ...............................................................................................................24
About This Manual .........................................................................................................................24
Other User's Manuals ....................................................................................................................24
1-2 Part Names and Functions ...................................................................26
Printer Unit ........................................................................................................................................26
Operation Panel ..............................................................................................................................28
Media Take-up System ..................................................................................................................29
Chapter 2 Basic Operation ...............................................................................31
2-1 Before Starting Operations ...................................................................32
Before Starting the Day's Work ..................................................................................................32
Automatic Maintenance Feature ..............................................................................................32
2-2 Switching the Power On and Off ...........................................................33
Switching the Power On and O ..............................................................................................33
The Power-saving Feature ...........................................................................................................34
2-3 Loading and Cutting Off Media .............................................................35
Loading Media .................................................................................................................................35
Cutting O the Media ...................................................................................................................42
2-4 Starting Printing ....................................................................................44
Getting Ready to Receive Data from a Computer ..............................................................44
Printing Tests and Cleaning ........................................................................................................45
2-5 If Ink Runs Out ......................................................................................48
Checking for Remaining Ink .......................................................................................................48
If Ink Runs Out .................................................................................................................................49
2-6 Performing Cutting ................................................................................51
To Perform Cutting .........................................................................................................................51
Performing a Cutting Test ............................................................................................................52
Making the Setting for Blade Force .........................................................................................53
Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System ......................................55
3-1 The Media Take-up System ..................................................................56
Features of the Media Take-up System ...................................................................................56
Operating Conditions for the Media Take-up System .......................................................56
About the Paper Tube ...................................................................................................................57
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3-2 Using the Media Take-up System .........................................................58
Loading Roll Media ........................................................................................................................58
Removing Taken-up Media .........................................................................................................62
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment ........................................................63
4-1 Daily Care and Maintenance .................................................................64
Disposing of Discharged Ink ......................................................................................................64
Cleaning .............................................................................................................................................66
Care and Maintenance of the Print Heads .............................................................................66
4-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective ...................................................67
Performing More Powerful Cleaning.......................................................................................67
When Powerful Cleaning Is Not Eective ..............................................................................69
4-3 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit ...........................................................70
When the Cleaning Kit Becomes Necessary .........................................................................70
How to Perform Cleaning ............................................................................................................70
4-4 Replacing Consumable Parts ...............................................................76
Replacing the Wipers ....................................................................................................................76
Replacing the Blade .......................................................................................................................79
Replacing the Separating Knife .................................................................................................81
4-5 Adjustment of White Ink ........................................................................84
4-6
When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period ....................................................86
Keep Performing Maintenance .................................................................................................86
Alarm Feature ..................................................................................................................................86
Important Note on Draining Ink ...............................................................................................86
4-7 When Moving the Unit ...........................................................................87
Procedures from Preparing to Move Through Reinstalling .............................................87
Chapter 5 Feature Reference ...........................................................................89
5-1 Pausing or Canceling Output ................................................................90
Canceling Output Before It Finishes ........................................................................................90
5-2 Setting the Print-start Position ..............................................................91
Setting the Print-start Position ..................................................................................................91
5-3
Accommodating Various Kinds of Media ..................................................93
Using Transparent Media .............................................................................................................93
Preventing Media from Coming Loose ...................................................................................93
Speeding Up Printing for Narrow Media ................................................................................94
Preventing Soiling of the Media and Dot Drop-out During Printing ..........................95
Printing Media That Warps Easily ..............................................................................................96
How to Load Sheet Media ...........................................................................................................98
5-4 Changing How the Printer Operates ...................................................102
Executing Environment Matching Automatically ............................................................ 102
Determining What Happens When Ink Runs Out ............................................................ 102
Setting the Interval until Activation of the Sleep Mode ................................................ 103
Deactivating the Sleep Mode ................................................................................................. 104
Changing the Menu Language and the Units of Measurement ................................104
Returning All Settings to Their Initial Values...................................................................... 105
5-5
Optimizing Printing to Match Media Thickness ................................................ 106
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Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness ......................................................... 106
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing ................................................... 107
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing More Precisely ..................... 108
Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Bands and the Like ............... 111
Performing Distance Correction During Cutting ............................................................. 113
5-6
Making Various Adjustments for Cutting .......................................................... 114
Making the Cutting Conditions Set on the Machine Take Precedence .................... 114
Fine-tuning the Cutting Conditions .....................................................................................114
Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount .........................................................................................116
Adjusting for When Cutting the Printed Surface .............................................................116
Preventing Pulling of the Media with Undue Force
When Performing Cutting Only .............................................................................................119
Correcting Misalignment of the Printing and Cutting Positions ................................ 120
5-7
Performing Printing and Cutting Separately .................................................... 123
To Perform Printing and Cutting Separately ...................................................................... 123
Printing with Crop Marks .......................................................................................................... 123
Aligning Automatically and Cutting ..................................................................................... 124
Aligning Manually and Cutting .............................................................................................. 125
Correcting Misalignment for Printing and Cutting When Using Crop Marks ........ 126
5-8
Gloss Ink Features and Printing Methods ....................................................... 130
Features of Gloss Ink ................................................................................................................... 130
Methods of Printing Using Gloss Ink .................................................................................... 130
5-9
White Ink Features and Printing Methods ....................................................... 131
Features of White Ink .................................................................................................................. 131
Methods of Printing Using White Ink ................................................................................... 131
5-10
Saving the Printer Settings to Match the Media ..........................................................132
Saving Optimized Media Settings As Preset Values ........................................................ 132
Loading a Saved Preset ............................................................................................................. 133
Assigning a Name to a Preset .................................................................................................. 133
5-11 Making the Network Settings.............................................................135
Setting the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Etc. ..........................................................................135
5-12 Viewing Information about the Media and the System ......................136
Displaying the Amount of Media Remaining .................................................................... 136
Verifying the Setting for the Amount Remaining Every Time
the Media Is Changed ................................................................................................................ 137
Printing the Amount of Remaining Media ......................................................................... 138
Printing a System Report .......................................................................................................... 138
Viewing the Serial Number, Firmware Version, and Other Information ..................139
Viewing the Network Settings ................................................................................................ 140
5-13 Performing Maintenance ...................................................................141
Draining Ink and Performing Internal Washing ................................................................ 141
Draining Ink Remaining Inside the Machine .....................................................................141
5-14 Menu List ..........................................................................................142
Main Menu ..................................................................................................................................... 142
Language and Unit Menu ......................................................................................................... 147
Cleaning Menu ............................................................................................................................. 147
Cutting Conguration Menu ................................................................................................... 148
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Copyright © 2009 Roland DG Corporation
Chapter 6 What to Do If ..................................................................................149
6-1 The Machine Doesn't Run ...................................................................150
The Printer Unit Doesn't Run ................................................................................................... 150
The Media Take-up System Doesn't Run ............................................................................ 150
6-2 Attractive Printing Is Impossible ..........................................................151
Printed Results Are Coarse or Contain Horizontal Stripes ............................................ 151
Colors Are Unstable or Uneven .............................................................................................. 152
The Media Becomes Soiled When Printed .......................................................................... 152
Cutting Is Misaligned or Skewed ...........................................................................................153
6-3 The Media Jams..................................................................................154
The Media Jams ............................................................................................................................ 154
6-4 The Media Cannot Be Taken Up Smoothly .........................................155
The Media Cannot Be Taken Up Smoothly ......................................................................... 155
6-5 Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable .................................156
Media Wrinkles or Shrinks ........................................................................................................ 156
Media Feed Is Not Straight ....................................................................................................... 156
Media Feed Is Not Smooth ....................................................................................................... 156
6-6 The Print Heads Stopped Moving .......................................................157
What to Do First ........................................................................................................................... 157
If the Heads Still Do Not Move ................................................................................................ 157
6-7 If a Message Appears .........................................................................158
6-8 If an Error Message Appears ..............................................................159
Chapter 7 Specications ................................................................................163
7-1 Usable Media ......................................................................................164
Conditions for Usable Media ................................................................................................... 164
7-2 Printing or Cutting Area .......................................................................165
Maximum Area ............................................................................................................................. 165
Maximum Area When Using Crop Marks ............................................................................ 165
Media-cuto Location During Continuous Printing ....................................................... 166
7-3 About the Blade ...................................................................................167
7-4 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels ...................168
7-5 Specications ......................................................................................169
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To Ensure Safe Use
Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury 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.
CAUTION
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or
material damage should the unit be used improperly.
Note: Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects
caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to
domestic animals or pets.
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 specic thing that must not be done is indicated 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 specic 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.
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Incorrect operation may cause injury
WARNING
Be sure to follow the operation procedures described in this documentation. Never allow anyone unfamiliar
with the usage or handling of the
machine to touch it.
Incorrect usage or handling may lead to
an accident.
Keep children away from the machine.
The machine includes areas and components that pose a hazard to children and
may result in injury, blindness, choking,
or other serious accident.
Never operate the machine while
tired or after ingesting alcohol or any
medication.
Operation requires unimpaired judgment. Impaired judgment may result in
an accident.
Never use the machine for any purpose for which it is not intended, or
use the machine in an undue manner
that exceeds its capacity.
Doing so may result in injury or re.
For accessories (optional and consumable items, power cord, and the
like), use only genuine articles compatible with this machine.
Incompatible items may lead to an accident.
Before attempting cleaning, maintenance, or attachment or detachment
of optional items, disconnect the
power cord.
Attempting such operations while the
machine is connected to a power source
may result in injury or electrical shock.
WARNING
Never attempt to disassemble, repair,
or modify the machine.
Doing so may result in re, electrical
shock, or injury. Entrust repairs to a
trained service technician.
CAUTION
Exercise caution to avoid being
pinched or becoming caught.
Inadvertent contact with certain areas
may cause the hand or ngers to be
pinched or become caught. Use care
when performing operations.
Never attempt operation while wearing a necktie, necklace, or loose clothing. Bind long hair securely.
Such items may become caught in the
machine, resulting in injury.
Conduct operations in a clean, brightly lit location.
Working in a location that is dark or cluttered may lead to an accident, such as
becoming caught in the machine as the
result of an inadvertent stumble.
Never climb or lean on the machine.
The machine is not made to support
a person. Climbing or leaning on the
machine may dislodge components and
cause a slip or fall, resulting in injury.
Caution: cutting tool.
This machine has an internal tool. To
avoid injury, handle the tool with care.
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WARNING
Connect to an electrical outlet that
complies with this machine's ratings (for voltage, frequency, and
current).
Incorrect voltage or insufcient current
may cause re or electrical shock.
Never use out of doors or in any location where exposure to water or high
humidity may occur. Never touch with
wet hands.
Doing so may result in re or electrical
shock.
Never allow any foreign object to get
inside. Never expose to liquid spills.
Inserting objects such as coins or
matches or allowing beverages to be
spilled into the ventilation ports may re-
sult in re or electrical shock. If anything
gets inside, immediately disconnect the
power cord and contact your authorized
Roland DG Corp. dealer.
Never place any flammable object
nearby. Never use a combustible
aerosol spray nearby. Never use in
any location where gases can accumulate.
Combustion or explosion may be a
danger.
Ratings
Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or re
WARNING
Handle the power cord, plug, and
electrical outlet correctly and with
care. Never use any article that is
damaged.
Using a damaged article may result in
re or electrical shock.
When using an extension cord or
power strip, use one that adequately
satises the machine's ratings (for
voltage, frequency, and current).
Use of multiple electrical loads on a
single electrical outlet or of a lengthy
extension cord may cause re.
Connect to ground.
This can prevent re or electrical shock
due to current leakage in the event of
malfunction.
Position so that the power plug is
within immediate reach at all times.
This is to enable quick disconnection
of the power plug in the event of an
emergency. Install the machine next to
an electrical outlet. Also, provide enough
empty space to allow immediate access
to the electrical outlet.
If sparking, smoke, burning odor,
unusual sound, or abnormal operation occurs, immediately unplug the
power cord. Never use if any component is damaged.
Continuing to use the machine may
result in re, electrical shock, or injury.
Contact your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer.
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Important notes about the power cord, plug, and electrical outlet
Never place any object on top or subject to
damage.
Never bend or twist with undue force.
Never pull with undue force.
Never bundle, bind, or roll up.
Never allow to get wet.
Never make hot.
Dust may cause re.
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Ink, cleaning uid, and discharged uid are ammable and toxic
In the event of ingestion or physical distress
In the event of contact with the eyes, immediately ush with water for at least 15 min-
utes. If eye irritation continues, seek treatment by a physician.
In the event of contact with skin, immediately wash with soap. If irritation or inamma-
tion occurs, 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.
WARNING
Keep open ame away from the work
area.
Ink and discharged fluid are flammable.
Never store ink, cleaning fluid, or
discharged uid in any of the following locations.
Any location exposed to open
ame
Any location where high temperature may occur
Near bleach or any other such oxi-
dizing agent or explosive material
Any location within the reach of
children
Fire may be a danger. Accidental ingestion by children may pose a health
hazard.
Never place an ink cartridge in re.
Ink may ow out, catch re, and spread
re to other nearby objects.
WARNING
Never drink or sniff ink, cleaning uid,
or discharged uid, or allow them
to come in contact with the eyes or
skin.
Doing so may be hazardous to the
health.
CAUTION
Ensure adequate ventilation for the
work area.
Failing to perform ventilation may result
in a health hazard or danger of combustion due to ink fumes.
Never allow an ink cartridge to be subjected to impact, and never attempt to
disassemble.
Ink may leak.
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This machine weighs 210 kg (463 lb.). Media weighs 20 kg (44 lb.).
This machine uses ultraviolet light.
Caution: Ultraviolet Light
This machine is tted with covers to keep external leakage of ultraviolet light at low levels, but incorrect
handling or operation can lead to physical injury due to ultraviolet light. The extent of injury depends
on the intensity and wavelength of the ultraviolet light, and the length of time of exposure. Prolonged
exposure to strong ultraviolet light of hazardous wavelengths can cause injury to the eyes or skin.
Exercise caution.
WARNING
Install the machine in a location that
is level, stable, and able to bear the
weight of the machine.
The total weight of the machine may
reach 210 kg (463 lb.) or more. Installation in an unsuitable location may cause
a major accident, including tip over, fall,
or collapse.
Unloading and emplacement are operations that must be performed by 6
persons or more.
Tasks that require undue effort when
performed by a small number of persons
may result in physical injury. Also, if
dropped, such items may cause injury.
Be sure to lock the stand's casters.
If the machine should begin to topple,
a major accident may result, including crushing of the appendages or the
body.
WARNING
When storing roll media, implement
adequate safety measures to ensure
that the stored media will not roll, fall,
or topple over.
Danger exists of becoming pinned under
the media and suffering serious injury.
Handling roll media is an operation
that must be performed by two persons or more, and care must be taken
to prevent falls.
Attempting to lift heavy media in a manner that taxes your strength may cause
physical injury.
CAUTION
Never look at the blue-white (ultraviolet) light emitted from the print-head
area for an extended time.
Looking directly at the ultraviolet light
from up close for an extended period
may result in eye injury.
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Warning Labels
Warning labels are afxed 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.
Ink Is Toxic
Ink and discharged uid are toxic.
Avoid contact with the body. Use
only in a well-ventilated area.
Flammable
Ink and discharged uid are
ammable. Keep away from open
ame.
Caution: Moving Print Heads
The print heads inside the cover
move at high speed and pose a
hazard. Never insert the hand or
ngers into the gap.
Caution: Pinching Hazard
Be careful not to allow the ngers
to become pinched when loading
media or closing covers.
Ink Is Toxic
Ink and discharged uid are toxic.
Avoid contact with the body. Use
only in a well-ventilated area.
Flammable
Ink and discharged uid are ammable. Keep away from open
ame.
Caution: Pinching Hazard
Never needlessly touch the
dancer roller.Exercise caution to avoid pinching of the
ngers.
Caution: Ultraviolet Light
Never look directly from up
close for a prolonged period.
Caution: Ultraviolet Light
Never look directly from up
close for a prolonged period.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
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
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure
grave en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
PRUDENCE
Utilisé pour aver tir 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 indésirable 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
avertissements. Le sens précis du symbole est déterminé par le dessin à l'intérieur du
triangle. Le symbole à gauche signie "danger d'électrocution."
Le symbole avertit l'utilisateur de ce qu'il ne doit pas faire, ce qui est interdit. La
chose spécique à ne pas faire est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le
symbole à gauche signie que l'appareil ne doit jamais être démonté.
Le symbole prévient l'utilisateur sur ce qu'il doit faire. La chose spécique à faire
est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche signie que le
l électrique doit être débranché de la prise.
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ATTENTION
S'assurer de suivre les procédures
d'utilisation décrites dans la documentation. Ne jamais permettre à
quiconque ne connaît pas le fonctionnement ou la manutention de
l’appareil de le toucher.
L'utilisation ou la manutention incorrectes peuvent causer un accident.
Garder les enfants loin de l'appareil.
L'appareil comporte des zones et des
composants qui présentent un danger
pour les enfants et qui pourraient causer
des blessures, la cécité, la suffocation ou
d'autres accidents graves.
Ne jamais faire fonctionner l'appareil
après avoir consommé de l'alcool ou
des médicaments, ou dans un état
de fatigue.
L'utilisation de l'appareil exige un jugement sans faille. L'utilisation avec les
facultés affaiblies pourrait entraîner un
accident.
Ne jamais utiliser l'appareil à des ns
autres que celles pour lesquelles
il est conçu. Ne jamais l'utiliser de
manière abusive ou d'une manière
qui dépasse sa capacité.
Le non-respect de cette consigne peut
causer des blessures ou un incendie.
Utiliser uniquement des accessoires d'origine (accessoires en
option, articles consommables,
câble d'alimentation et autres articles semblables), compatibles avec
l'appareil.
Les articles incompatibles risquent de
causer des accidents.
ATTENTION
Débrancher le câble d'alimentation
avant de procéder au nettoyage ou à
l'entretien de l'appareil, et avant d'y
xer ou d'en retirer des accessoires
en option.
Tenter ces opérations pendant que
l'appareil est branché à une source
d'alimentation peut causer des blessures
ou un choc électrique.
Ne jamais tenter de démonter, de ré-
parer ou de modier l'appareil.
Le non-respect de cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie, un choc
électrique ou des blessures. Confier
les réparations à un technicien ayant la
formation requise.
PRUDENCE
Faire preuve de prudence pour éviter
l'écrasement ou le coincement.
La main ou les doigts peuvent être
écrasés ou coincés s'ils entrent en
contact avec certaines surfaces par
inadvertance. Faire preuve de prudence
pendant l'utilisation de l'appareil.
Ne jamais faire fonctionner l'appareil
si on porte une cravate, un collier ou
des vêtements amples. Bien attacher
les cheveux longs.
Ces vêtements ou ces objets peuvent
être coincés dans l'appareil, ce qui
causerait des blessures.
L'utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures
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PRUDENCE
Utiliser l'appareil dans un endroit
propre et bien éclairé.
Travailler dans un endroit sombre ou
encombré peut causer un accident;
l'utilisateur risque, par exemple, de trébucher malencontreusement et d'être
coincé par une partie de l'appareil.
ATTENTION
Brancher à une prise électrique
conforme aux caractéristiques de
cet appareil (tension, fréquence et
courant).
Une tension incorrecte ou un courant
insufsant peuvent causer un incendie
ou un choc électrique.
PRUDENCE
Ne jamais grimper ni s'appuyer sur
la machine.
La machine n'est pas conçue 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.
Attention : outil de coupe.
Cet appareil contient un outil interne.
Pour éviter les blessures, manipuler
l'outil avec soin.
ATTENTION
Ne jamais utiliser à l'extérieur ni à
un endroit où l'appareil risque d'être
exposé à de l'eau ou à une humidité
élevée. Ne jamais toucher l'appareil
avec des mains mouillées.
Le non-respect de cette consigne risque
de provoquer un incendie ou un choc
électrique.
Caractéristiques
Risque de décharge ou de choc électrique,
d'électrocution ou d'incendie
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
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ATTENTION
Ne jamais insérer d'objet étranger
dans l'appareil. Ne jamais exposer
l'appareil aux déversements de liquides.
L'insertion d'objets comme des pièces
de monnaie ou des allumettes, ou
le déversement de liquides dans les
orices de ventilation peuvent causer
un incendie ou un choc électrique. Si
un objet ou du liquide s'infiltre dans
l'appareil, débrancher immédiatement
le câble d'alimentation et communiquer
avec le représentant Roland DG Corp.
autorisé.
Ne jamais placer d'objet inflammable à proximité de l'appareil. Ne
jamais utiliser de produit inflammable en aérosol à proximité de
l'appareil. Ne jamais utiliser l'appareil
dans un endroit où des gaz peuvent
s'accumuler.
Une combustion ou une explosion pourraient se produire.
Manipuler le câble d'alimentation, la
che et la prise électrique correctement et avec soin.
Ne jamais utiliser un article endommagé,
car cela pourrait causer un incendie ou
un choc électrique.
Si u ne ra llon ge ou une b ande
d'alimentation électrique sont utilisées, s'assurer qu'elles correspondent aux caractéristiques de l'appareil
(tension, fréquence et courant).
L'utilisation de plusieurs charges électriques sur une prise unique ou une
longue rallonge peut causer un incendie.
ATTENTION
Mise à la terre.
La mise à la terre peut prévenir un incendie ou un choc électrique dus à une
fuite de courant en cas de défaillance.
Placer l'appareil de façon à ce que
la che soit facile d'accès en tout
temps.
Ainsi, l'appareil pourra être débranché
rapidement en cas d'urgence. Installer
l'appareil près d'une prise électrique.
En outre, prévoir sufsamment d'espace
pour que la prise électrique soit facile
d'accès.
S'il se produit des étincelles, de la
fumée, une odeur de brûlé, un bruit
inhabituel ou un fonctionnement
anormal, débrancher immédiatement
le câble d'alimentation. Ne jamais
utiliser si un composant est endommagé.
Continuer à utiliser l'appareil peut
causer un incendie, un choc électrique
ou des blessures. Communiquer avec
le représentant Roland DG Corp. Autorisé.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
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Remarques importantes à propos du câble d'alimentation, de la che et de la prise électrique
Ne jamais déposer aucun objet sur le
câble, sur la che ou sur la prise car
cela risque de les endommager.
Ne jamais plier ni tordre le câble avec
une force excessive.
Ne jamais tirer sur le câble ou la che
avec une force excessive.
Ne jamais plier ni enrouler le câble.
Ne jamais laisser l'eau toucher le câble, la
che ou la prise.
Ne jamais chauffer le câble, la che ou la
prise.
La poussière peut causer un incendie.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
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ATTENTION
Ne pas approcher une amme nue de
l'espace de travail.
L'encre et les liquides usés sont inammables.
Ne jamais entreposer d'encre, de
liquide de nettoyage ou des liquides
usés dans les endroits suivants :
un endroit exposé à une amme
nue;
un endroit où il y a risque de température élevée;
près d'eau de Javel, d'un autre
agent d'oxydation ou de matériel
explosif;
tout endroit à la portée d'enfants.
Il y a risque d'incendie. L'ingestion accidentelle par un enfant peut présenter
un risque pour la santé.
Ne jamais incinérer une cartouche
d'encre.
De l'encre pourrait couler, s'enammer
et le feu se répandre à des objets
proches.
PRUDENCE
S'assurer que le lieu de travail est
bien aéré.
L'absence d'aération adéquate peut
créer une situation dangereuse pour
la santé ou un risque de combustion
à cause des vapeurs qui émanent de
l'encre.
Ne jamais soumettre une cartouche
d'encre à des chocs. Ne jamais tenter
d'ouvrir une cartouche d'encre.
De l'encre pourrait s'échapper.
ATTENTION
Ne jamais boire l'encre, le liquide de
nettoyage ni les liquides usés, ne
pas en respirer les vapeurs et ne pas
laisser les produits entrer en contact
avec les yeux ou la peau.
Cela est dangereux pour la santé.
L'encre, les liquides nettoyants et les liquides
usées sont inammables et toxiques
En cas d'ingestion ou de trouble physique
En cas de contact avec les yeux : 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 avec la peau : laver immédiatement à l'eau et au savon. En cas
d’irritation ou d’inammation de la peau : consulter un médecin.
En cas d'ingestion : ne pas provoquer le vomissement et demander immédiatement
l'aide d'un médecin. Provoquer 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 la nausée persistent, consulter un médecin.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
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PRUDENCE
Ne jamais regarder penda nt de
longues périodes le rayonnement
blanc bleuté (ultraviolet) émis par la
tête d'impression.
Le fait de regarder directement et de
près le rayonnement ultraviolet pendant
une période prolongée peut causer des
lésions oculaires.
ATTENTION
Installer l'appareil à un endroit stable
et plat et capable de supporter son
poids.
Le poids total de l'appareil peut être d'au
moins 210 kg (463 lb.). Installer l'appareil
à un endroit inapproprié peut provoquer
un accident grave comme le renversement, la chute ou l'écrasement.
Le déchargement et la mise en place
doivent être faits par au moins six
personnes.
Les tâches qui exigent un effort trop
grand si elles sont exécutées par un
petit nombre de personnes peuvent être
cause de blessures. La chute d'articles
très lourds peut aussi causer des blessures.
ATTENTION
S'assurer de verrouiller les roulettes
de la base.
Si l'appareil devait commencer à basculer, il s'ensuivrait un accident grave,
par exemple l'écrasement de membres
ou du corps.
Prendre les mesures de sécurité
adéquates pour l'entreposage des
rouleaux de support pour s'assurer
qu'ils ne rouleront pas, ne tomberont
pas et ne se renverseront pas.
Il y a risque d'être écrasé par le support
et de subir des blessures graves.
La manutention du support en rouleau
doit être faite par deux personnes ou
plus et il faut prendre des précautions
pour éviter les chutes.
Tenter de soulever des objets trop lourds
peut causer des blessures.
Cet appareil utilise des rayons ultraviolets.
Attention : Rayonnement ultraviolet
Cet appareil est muni de couvercles destinés à empêcher les fuites de rayonnement ultraviolet à
faible niveau, mais sa manipulation ou son utilisation incorrectes peuvent causer des lésions dues au
rayonnement ultraviolet. La gravité des lésions est fonction de l'intensité et de la longueur d'onde du
rayonnement ultraviolet et de la durée de l'exposition. L’exposition prolongée à un fort rayonnement
ultraviolet de longueur d'onde dangereuse peut causer des lésions oculaires ou cutanées. La prudence
est de rigueur..
Le poids de cet appareil est de 210 kg (463 lb.)
Le poids du support est de 20 kg (44 lb.)
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
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Attention : Rayonnement ultraviolet
Ne jamais regarder de près et directement pendant une période prolongée.
Attention : Rayonnement ultraviolet
Ne jamais regarder de près et directement
pendant une période prolongée.
Vignettes d'avertissement
L'encre est toxique
L'encre et les liquides usés sont toxiques.
Éviter tout contact avec le corps. Utiliser
uniquement dans un endroit bien aéré.
Inammable
L'encre et les liquides usés sont inammables. Les garder loin de toute amme nue.
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
Faire attention de ne pas coincer les doigts
pendant le chargement du support ou lors
de la fermeture du couvercle.
L'encre est toxique
L'encre et les liquides usés sont toxiques. Éviter tout contact avec le corps.
Utiliser uniquement dans un endroit
bien aéré.
Inammable
L'encre et les liquides usés sont
inammables. Les garder loin de toute
amme nue.
Attention : Risque de pincement
Ne jamais toucher inutilement le rouleau
compensateur. Faire attention pour éviter
de coincer les doigts.
Des vignettes d'avertissement sont apposées pour qu'il soit facile de repérer les zones
dangereuses. La signication des vignettes est donnée ci-dessous. Respecter les avertissements. Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s'encrasser.
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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 performance, 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.
Never needlessly put your hand or ngers 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 specied temperature and relative humidity.
Install in a quiet, stable location offering good operating conditions.
The printing heads and the UV emitter are delicate devices.
Never needlessly touch or allow media to scrape them. Failure to handle with care may
cause damage.
The print heads may be damaged if allowed to dry out. The machine prevents desicca-
tion automatically, but improper operation may render this feature inoperative. Operate
properly, as specied in this manual.
Never allow the machine to stand with an ink cartridge removed. 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 replacement depending on use.
Important Notes on Handling and Use
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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
from 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 rell the ink.
If ink gets on your hands or clothing, wash it off as soon as possible. Removal may
become difcult if allowed to stand.
Storage
Use up the ink before the expiration date printed on the ink cartridge.
Store the ink cartridge in a location avoiding direct sunlight or strong illumination.
Store the ink cartridge unopened in a well-ventilated location at a temperature of over
5˚C (41˚F) and under 35˚C (95˚F) and relative humidity of 20 to 80%.
Once opened, store the ink cartridge in the sealed original (shading) bag.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
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1-1 Introduction
Features of the Machine
What's the LEC-300A/330?
The LEC-300A/330 is a printer that performs high-quality printing using ultraviolet (UV) inks and is
equipped with a cutting feature. Not only can you use the unit as either a printer or a cutting machine,
but you can also perform printing followed immediately by cutting. Also, using the crop-mark feature lets
you detach the media after printing, then load it again and position it accurately for cutting. This makes
possible a wide range of uses, including small batches of labels, decals, cut-out text, and signmaking.
Built-in Print Server
This machine has a built-in print server as a network interface. When you use the print server, you can
send printing data to the machine from anywhere on the network.
Includes a Media Take-up System
To accommodate printing of lengthy media, the machine includes a media take-up system. This is
capable of taking up media automatically during printing. This makes possible unattended operation
at night and ecient printing of lengthy media.
Includes a Software Raster Image Processor (RIP)
The software RIP included with the machine lets you use your computer to perform raster image
processing for printing data such as PostScript les exported from a program, and output the data to
the machine.
Features of ECO-UV inks
The LEC-300A/330 uses ECO-UV inks. ECO-UV inks are xed to the media instantly by ultraviolet light.
This makes it possible to perform printing on media that is dicult to print using conventional inks.
ECO-UV inks are available in a line-up of six colors (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, white, and gloss).
About This Manual
This document is the user's manual for the LEC-300A, and the LEC-330.
Also, most of the gures in this document depict the LEC-330.
Other User's Manuals
In addition to this manual, be sure to read the following documents as well.
(1) LEC-300A/330 Setup Guide
Be sure to read this rst. This describes setup, important conditions about the installation location, and
other information for enabling use of this machine.
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(2) Roland VersaWorks Quick Start Guide
This describes the installation, setup, and basic operation for Roland VersaWorks, the included software
raster image processor (RIP).
(3) White and Gloss Ink Guide
Read this after reading (2). It describes the special methods of creating printing data and performing
printing when using white ink or gloss ink.
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1-2 Part Names and Functions
Printer Unit
Air-intake port
This is where air intake is performed to lessen the characteristic odor of ECO-UV inks. A deodorizer must be provided
separately.
"Setup guide"
Maintenance cover
You remove this when you
perform cleaning of the
print heads.
Main power switch
Power-cord connector
This supplies power to the
printer.
Status LED
This ashes yellow while data is being received from the network.
Link LED
This lights up green when the connection
to the network is correct.
Cartridge slots
There are where ink cartridges
are installed.
Drain bottle
This collects drained ink
and other such uids.
Stopper
Shaft
Brake
This helps to ensure
stable media feed.
Ethernet connector
This is used to connect the printer to a
network.
Rear cover
Be sure to install this when
performing printing.
Media guide
This prevents the end of the
media from striking the stays
or other areas, which can cause
the media to come loose.
Loading lever
You operate this when you
load media.
Operation panel
You use this to perform
various operations.
P. 28, "Operation Panel"
Front cover
Be sure to close this when
you perform printing.
Side cover
You remove this when you
perform maintenance.
Media discharge port
Sti media is discharged
here.
Media discharge port
Media is normally discharged here.
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Grit rollers
These rollers move the media
forward and backward.
Knife guide
The separating knife passes
through this when you perform media cuto.
Blade protection
This protects the tip of the
blade during cutting.
Platen
This is the path over
which the media
passes. A suction
fan that keeps the
media from coming loose are built
in.
Pinch rollers
These clamp the media when the loading
lever is pulled back
toward you.
Grit patterns
These indicate the locations of the grit
rollers. The pinch rollers must always be
placed within the area indicated by each
of these patterns.
Media clamps
These keep the media from
coming loose and prevent
fuzz on the cut edge of the
media from touching the
print heads.
Print-head carriage
The print heads are inside this.
Cutting carriage
The blade and the separating knife
are inside here.
UV emitter
This is the ultraviolet (UV) LED. It emits
light only during printing.
*The gures in this document depict the LEC-330.
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Operation Panel
Panel Notation
In this document, the keys and lights on the operation panel are indicated by the following images.
MENU key
SETUP key
ENTER key
Cursor keys
PAUSE key
CLEANING key
TEST PRINT key
TEST CUT key
BASE POINT key
CUT CONFIG key
SHEET CUT key
CUT CONFIG key
This displays the menu
for setting the conditions for cutting.
TEST CUT key
Holding this down for
one second or longer
per forms a c uttin g
test.
CLEANING key
You use this to perform
cleaning of the print
heads.
TEST PRINT key
Holding this down for
one second or longer
per forms a printing
test.
ENTER key
You use this for such tasks as
enabling setting values.
MENU key
You press this to
enter the menus
for various settings.
Display screen
This displays various
se tting menu s a nd
other information.
Sub power switch
This switches the printer
on and off. (To switch
the printer o, you hold
down the switch for one
second or longer.) This
ashes slowly when the
machine is in the sleep
mode.
SHEET CUT key
Holding this down for
one second or longer
cuts o media.
PAUSE key
This pauses printing.
SETUP key
You press this when you
load media. This lights
up when media is loaded
and the machine is ready
to perform printing.
BASE POINT key
You use this when you
want to set the printstart location. This lights
up when the setting has
been made.
BUSY light
This lights up during
printing and other such
operations.
Cursor keys
You use these to select settings for menu items, to
move the media, and for
other such operations.
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Media Take-up System
Dancer roller
This maintains uniform tension for media.
Take-up unit
This takes up media.
AUTO switch
This makes the direction of rotation for take-up during printing
change automatically.
MANUAL switch
You use this when you
want to operate the media
take-up system manually.
Take-up cable
This is connected to the printer.
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Basic Operation
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2-1 Before Starting Operations
Before Starting the Day's Work
The ingredients in white ink tend to settle. Each day, before starting the day's operations, be sure to
carry out the following steps. Allowing the ink to stand without carrying out these steps can cause the
settled material to harden, resulting in malfunction or other problems.
Remove just the white ink cartridges, shake them gently, then reinsert them.
The cyan, magenta, yellow, black, and gloss ink cartridges do not need to be shaken every day, but
new cartridges for these colors should be shaken when you install them.
Automatic Maintenance Feature
This machine is provided with a feature that automatically performs maintenance on a periodic basis.
Because this performs operations that are intended to keep the print heads from drying out, be sure
to observe the following matters.
Leave the main power on at all times.
Never leave the front cover open for long periods.
After nishing making the settings for the various menu items, go back to the top
screen.
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2-2 Switching the Power On and Off
Switching the Power On and Off
This machine has a main power switch and a sub power switch. Switch on both to use the machine.
Whenever printing is nished, switch o the sub power. You also ip down the loading lever to the
rear of the machine.
Leave the main power switch
on at all times, never switching it o. Leaving it on activates the alarm
feature.
P. 86, "Alarm Feature"
Important Note on Switching Off the Power
Never switch off the main power or unplug the power cord suddenly while operation is
in progress. Doing so may damage the print heads. Be sure to rst switch off the sub
power.
If the main power is accidentally switched off, immediately turn the power back on.
Sub power
switch
Main power
switch
Turn this switch on after
closing the front cover.
To turn it off, hold down
the switch for one second or longer.
Be sure to
leave switched
on at all times.
Back of the printer Front of the printer
Flip the loading lever down
to the rear when not in use.
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The Power-saving Feature
This machine is provided with a power-saving feature that switches to a low-power "sleep mode" when
a xed interval passes with no operation. The factory default for the time after which the machine
switches to the sleep mode is 30 minutes.
You can change the setting for the time of the shift to the sleep mode. You can also switch o the
power-saving feature.
P. 103, "Setting the Interval until Activation of the Sleep Mode," p.104, "Deactivating the Sleep Mode"
When the machine is in the sleep mode, the sub power switch ashes slowly. Using the operation panel
or performing operations such as sending printing data from the computer (when media is loaded)
restores the machine to its normal mode.
To reduce power consumption, we recommend leaving the power-saving feature on and setting the
activation time for the sleep mode to 30 minutes or less.
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2-3 Loading and Cutting Off Media
Loading Media
Media may be of one of two types: media wound onto a paper tube (called “roll media”) and media not
rolled in this way (called “sheet media”). This section explains how to load media, using roll media as an
example. For information on how to load sheet media, refer to the page indicated below.
P. 98 "How to Load Sheet Media"
CAUTION
Load roll media correctly.
Otherwise the media may fall and cause injury.
CAUTION
Roll media weighs about 20 kg (44 lb.). Handling roll media is an
operation that must be performed by two persons or more, and care
must be taken to prevent falls.
Attempting to lift heavy media in a manner that taxes your strength may
cause physical injury. Also, if dropped, such items may cause injury.
CAUTION
Never load media that weighs more than 20 kg (44 lb.) .
The machine may fail to withstand the weight and tip over or cause the
media to fall.
CAUTION
When performing printing, be sure to attach the rear cover.
When the rear cover is not installed, ultraviolet light can escape from
the machine more easily.
1.
Pass the media through the machine and position it correctly on the left and right.
Open the front cover.
Move the media clamps to the sides.
Media clamps
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Attach the media anges to the roll media.
If the inner diameter of the roll-media core measures 3 inches, t the media anges onto the
core, then turn each knob clockwise all the way to keep the media anges from falling out.
Detach the rear cover.
Place the roll media on the shafts and position its left and right edges to match
the grit patterns.
20 mm or more
20 mm or more
Be sure to ensure
the media is within
this range.
Rear cover
2 inches
3 inches
Roll-media
Knob
Match to the inner diameter
of the roll-media core.
Turn until the knob
stops rotating.
Press in to t on
securely.
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Secure the stoppers in place in alignment with the width of the media.
Make sure the media anges are straight. Correct media feed is impossible if either of the media
anges is at an angle.
Attach the rear cover.
Pass the leading edge of the media between the grit rollers and the pinch rollers, and feed it out as far as the platen.
OK Not OK
Pinch roller
Grit roller
Platen
Screws
Stoppers
Rear cover
Engage.
Engage.
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Make sure both edges of the media are above the grit rollers, then place pinch
rollers over all grit rollers covered by the media.
Placing the pinch rollers inside each of the grit patterns ensures that they are positioned above
the grit rollers. Be sure to place the left and right pinch rollers at the edges of the media. The
middle pinch rollers cannot be lowered at any position other than above the grit rollers. When
positioning the middle pinch rollers, choose locations where they are as equally spaced as possible above the grit roller that lie inside the left and right pinch rollers.
P. 130, "Gloss Ink Features and Printing Methods"
Place the pinch
roller inside the grit
pattern.
Left pinch roller
Right pinch roller
Position this
at locations
that is not
overly close
to the edge of
the media.
Grit pattern
About 10 mm
About 10 mm
Be sure to place the right
edge of the media on these
grit rollers.
Position this
at locations
that is not
overly close
to the edge
of the media.
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2.
Secure the media in place so that it is without slack.
Hold the media at the center and pull it out, being sure to keep it straight.
Make sure all areas of the media are taut.
Pull back the loading lever.
The media is secured in place.
Loading lever
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3.
Clamp the edges of the media with the media clamp.
Move the media clamps as shown in the gure below.
Close the front cover.
Use to select "ROLL."
Press
.
Press .
Left media clamps
Line up the edge of the media
with the centers of the holes.
Right media clamps
Line up the edge of the media
with the centers of the holes.
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Important Note When Using the Media Clamps
Insert the media clamps rmly all the way until they engage with an audible click, and make sure
they will not come loose. Incorrect mounting may cause the media to catch or snag and make correct printing impossible, or may lead to malfunction or poor printing quality.
As printing proceeds, the media may move to the left or right and touch or come loose from the
media clamps. After about 1 m (3 ft.) of media has been fed, check the positioning of the media
clamps. If the media looks like it may come loose from the media clamps, adjust the positioning of
the media clamps.
Position the pinch rollers over the grit rollers.
If the message shown in the gure appears when you close the front cover, check the positions of the
pinch rollers and the middle pinch rollers. These must be placed over the grit rollers.
Remove when not using roll media.
If roll media is allowed to stand unused in a loaded state for an extended period, the media may sag.
This can cause poor printing quality and motor errors, so be sure to remove and store such media
when not in use.
OK
Not OK
PINCHROLL ERROR
INVALID *** POS
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Cutting Off the Media
Some media may be thick or may be composed of plastic or other hard material. For such media,
never perform cuto using
. Doing so may cause malfunction or other problems.
Procedure
Close the front cover.
Make sure
lights up.
Hold down for one second or longer.
The media is cut o. The cuto location on the media is as shown in the gure below.
You can make the setting in the software RIP for automatic media cuto after printing or cutting has nished. For information on how to make the setting, refer to the documentation for
the software RIP you're using.
Important Notes on Using the Long Media Clamps
When you're using the long media clamps, be sure to set the [MEDIA CLAMP] menu
item to [LONG] to disable media cutoff. Performing cutting the media when the long
media clamps are installed causes interference with the separating knife, which may
result in malfunction or damage to the machine.
If you want to separate the media after printing has nished, be sure to rst detach the
long media clamps, then set the [MEDIA CLAMP] menu item to a setting other than
[LONG].
P. 96, "Printing Media That Warps Easily"
Give Attention to Media Composition
For some types of media, cutoff is not possible.
Printed
portion
The media is
cut off here.
Blade
protector
Blade
protector
The media is fed
to the front.
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Some types of media may remain on the platen after cutoff. If the media remains on
the platen, remove it by hand.
When you cut off media while using the short media clamps, then depending on the
media, it may come loose from the media clamps. After you cut off the media, check
to make sure that the media has not come loose from the media clamps.
Before you're performing cutoff, never use to pull the media back.
Unless the end of the media has been pulled out to a location to the front of the platen,
cutoff may not be performed smoothly.
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2-4 Starting Printing
Getting Ready to Receive Data from a Computer
When you have nished loading media, then follow the steps below. This procedure enables the machine
to receive data from the computer and perform output. When printing data that includes cutting paths is
received, you can also carry out cutting immediately after performing printing. Note, however, that when
you want to perform only cutting, operation that diers from the following procedure is required.
P. 51, "To Perform Cutting"
Procedure
Close the front cover.
Make sure stays steadily lit.
Make sure you are at the top menu.
If you are not at the top menu, press then press .
Printing Is Not Possible in These Situations
The machine does not run when the front cover is open. Also, never open it when printing is in
progress. Doing so interrupts printing.
Data from the computer is not accepted when
is dark.
Data from the computer is not accepted when you are not at the top menu.
Points Which Must Be Observed
Be sure to set the media clamps during printing. Otherwise the edges of the media may warp and
catch on the print heads.
During printing, never touch the media that's already been discharged. Doing so may obstruct media
feed or cause the media to rub against the heads, which may result in a paper jam or damage to the
heads.
Top screen
Steadily lighted
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Printing Tests and Cleaning
We recommend performing a printing test to check for problems such as dot drop-out before you carry
out actual printing. If problems such as dot drop-out are found, clean the print heads.
How to Perform a Printing Test
Holding down for one second or longer prints a test pattern.
You can print the test pattern where you want by using
to move the cutting
carriage, then pressing
. The front cover may be left open during movement, but be sure to
close it before you press
.
A B C
Printing test
Dot drop-out
Hold down for one
second or longer.
LEC-300A
LEC-330
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How to Perform Cleaning
When a printing test reveals dot drop-out or the like, perform cleaning for just the group of heads that
is incapable of correct printing. Compared with performing cleaning for all heads, this can reduce the
amount of ink consumed.
Procedure
Press .
LEC-300A
Press
.
LEC-330
Press
.
LEC-300A
Use
to choose the group of heads
that is not to be cleaned.
Use
to get rid of the group display.
Repeat this procedure to display the groups of only
the heads that require cleaning.
LEC-300A : Of groups A or B, cleaning is performed only for
the group displayed.
LEC-330 : Of groups A through C, cleaning is performed only
for the group displayed.
LEC-300A
Press
.
Cleaning starts.
When it finishes, the screen shown in the figure appears
again.
CLEANING
NORMAL CL.
NORMAL CL.
A B
NORMAL CL.
A B C
NORMAL CL.
A
NORMAL CL.
A C
A B C
A B
CLEANING...
>>
NORMAL CL.
A
Test print
Group A
Group B
Group C
Group A
Group B
LEC-330
LEC-300A
Test print
LEC-330
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LEC-330
Press
.
Cleaning starts.
When it finishes, the screen shown in the figure appears
again.
Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
Perform a printing test again to make sure the dot drop-out has been corrected.
If the problem persists, try performing cleaning a second time.
If the problem doesn't go away even after performing cleaning two or three times, then try
cleaning using a dierent method.
P. 67, "When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective"
If the Printing-test Results Are Difcult to Interpret
Examine the results from different angles in a well-lighted location. Take advantage of
reected light to enable visual checking. We recommend performing the printing test
on transparent or silver-colored media.
When you want to clean all heads simultaneously
Hold down for one second or longer. Cleaning for all heads starts automatically.
CLEANING...
>>
NORMAL CL.
A C
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2-5 If Ink Runs Out
Checking for Remaining Ink
Procedure
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
The display shows an approximate guide to the amount of remaining ink, which may dier somewhat
from the actual amount remaining.
MENU
INK REMAINING
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Amount of ink remaining
Much
Little
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If Ink Runs Out
When ink runs out, a warning beep sounds and printing pauses (unless the default settings have been
changed). Pull out the empty ink cartridge and insert a new one. Printing resumes.
Important Notes on Replacing Cartridges
Be sure to replace with an item of identical type. Never mix items of different
types.
Never allow the machine to stand with an ink cartridge removed. The print heads
may become clogged.
Never insert or remove a partially used ink cartridge.
Never remove an ink cartridge suddenly while the printer is in operation.
When printing is paused, the coloring at the seam may be altered when printing
resumes. Before you perform lengthy printing, check the amount of ink remaining in
the ink cartridges.
WARNING
Never store ink, cleaning uid, or discharged uid in any of the
following locations.
Any location exposed to open ame
Any location where high temperature may occur
Near bleach or any other such oxidizing agent or explosive material
Any location within the reach of children
Fire may be a danger. Accidental ingestion by children may pose a
health hazard.
Procedure
The slot number for the empty cartridge ashes.
Gently shake the new ink cartridge.
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Pull out the empty ink cartridge and immediately insert the new one.
Keep the labeled side face up.
Insert and remove slowly, one at a time.
Insert rmly, as far as it will go.
Replace with an item of identical type and color.
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2-6 Performing Cutting
To Perform Cutting
To perform cutting, carry out the procedure described below.
Move the media clamps to locations where they don’t clamp the media. Alter-
natively, remove the media clamps.
When you're performing cutting only, then if you're cutting roll media, allow
the media to hang down from the rear of the machine.
If cutting is started without doing this rst, a motor error may occur or the roll may fall because
the media is pulled with excessive force.
Important Notes on Cutting
Never use the media clamps. You can also detach them when not in use.
When you’re performing printing followed immediately by cutting, then before you
start cutting, allow the ink to dry sufciently. Use your software RIP to make the
setting for the drying time. For information on how to make the setting, refer to the
documentation for the software RIP you're using. The drying time varies according
to the media.
Turn the media anges by hand
to pull out the necessary length
from the roll.
Media clamps
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Chapter 2 Basic Operation
Hints and Tips for Cutting
Setting the [PREFEED] menu item to “ENABLE” makes the machine automatically
feed out media and take it up again before cutting. This makes it unnecessary to run
out media to the rear of the machine before the operation.
P. 119, "Preventing Pulling of the Media with Undue Force When Performing Cutting Only"
The end of the cap for the blade holder may scrape or damage the printed surface.
If this happens, increase the amount of blade extension.
P. 116, " Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount"
Performing a Cutting Test
For high-quality cutting, then before you perform actual cutting, we recommend carrying out a cutting
test to check the cutting quality for the media. Before carrying out a cutting test, detach the media
clamps.
Performing a Cutting Test
Hold down for one second or longer to perform a cutting test.
You can perform the cutting test at any location you want by using
to move the cutting carriage. The front cover may be left open during movement, but be sure to close
it before you press
.
Peel off the cut shapes to verify the cutting quality, and make the setting for blade force.
If two shapes peel off together, make the setting for blade force.
When Cutting the Printed Surface
Hardened ink is thick. When cutting a printed surface, rst perform a cutting test on the actual surface
that has been printed.
P. 53, "Making the Setting for Blade Force," p. 116, " Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount"
Rectangle
Circle
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Making the Setting for Blade Force
Procedure
Press .
Use
to enter the value.
Press to nish making the setting, and go
back to the original screen.
Pressing enters the cutting conguration menu. You can also make the settings for other cutting conditions in addition to the blade force. Refer to the following pages.
P. 114, "Fine-tuning the Cutting Conditions"
When you're nished making all the settings, send cutting data from the computer.
P. 44, "Getting Ready to Receive Data from a Computer"
FORCE
50gf
60gf
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55
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3-1 The Media Take-up System
Features of the Media Take-up System
Using the media take-up system lets you perform printing while the media is taken up automatically.
This makes possible unattended operation at night and ecient printing of lengthy media.
Operating Conditions for the Media Take-up System
Never Use When Performing Cutting
Never use the media take-up system when you're performing cutting operations. Use is possible only
when performing printing.
Use During Dual-pass Printing Not Possible
When you're performing dual-pass printing, the media must be pulled back, and so the media take-up
unit cannot be used.
P. 130 "Gloss Ink Features and Printing Methods"
Settings Related to Media Feed
When using the media take-up system, to avoid pulling media with undue force, be sure to observe the
following points. Operations that pull the media with undue force, such as unsuitable take-up by the
take-up system, can cause printing to stop or result in misalignment of the printing position.
Never use to pull the media back.
Never operate the MANUAL switch for the take-up unit when the loading lever is
pulled back.
When loading and setting up media, set the [SETUP SHEET] menu item to "TU."
When feeding out media toward the front of the machine by pressing , be
sure to set the base point.
If the setting for pulling back media after printing has been made on the computer,
then turn off the setting.
On the computer, set the margin from the print-end position to the next print-start
position (the page spacing) at a value of 120 millimeters or more.
Set the [PREFEED] setting-menu item to "DISABLE."
When Performing Continuous Printing of Two or More Pages
When you're performing continuous printing and take-up for two or more pages, give attention to the
following points.
If the setting to execute automatic cutoff of the media can be made on the computer,
then turn this setting off. Making the setting on the computer to execute automatic
cutoff of the media results in media cutoff after each page is printed. (When the
[MEDIA CLAMP] menu item is set to [LONG], media cutoff is not performed.) Takeup quits as soon as the media is cut off.
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About the Paper Tube
The included paper tube is a special part exclusively for use with this machine. Using something other
than the included item may result in spinning without traction or other problems that impede media
take-up.
The paper tube is a part that wears out. The replacement cycle varies according to usage conditions,
but to ensure good media take-up, monitor the state of the paper tube and replace it when necessary.
To purchase a replacement, contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer or Roland DG Corp.
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3-2 Using the Media Take-up System
Loading Roll Media
1.
Pass the media through the printer.
Move the dancer roller toward the rear.
Load the roll media.
P.35, "Loading Media"
Pull back the loading lever.
The media is secured in place.
2.
Fasten the media to the paper tube.
When you attach the paper tube, insert it securely onto the end caps on the take-up unit. For information on how to install it, refer to the Setup Guide.
Use to select "TU."
Press .
The screen shown in the gure appears.
SETUP SHEET
TU
LOAD SHEET
TO TAKE-UP
Loading lever
Dancer roller
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Press to adjust the length of the media to be pulled out.
You can adjust the length of the media in 10-millimeter steps by pressing .
To pull out media continuously, hold down
.
Fasten the media in place with tape at three locations (the center and both
edges) so that the media is not at an angle.
■Take-up with outward curl
■Take-up with inward curl
Fasten rst.
Paper tube
Adhesive tape (3 places)
Fasten rst.
Paper tube
Adhesive tape (3 places)
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3.
Make the setting for the direction of automatic take-up and perform take-up of the media onto the paper tube.
Press .
The media is pulled out and the screen shown in the gure
appears.
Pull the dancer roller back toward you.
Make sure the media is stretched taut, and press
.
The screen shown in the gure appears.
Make the setting for the AUTO switch on the take-up unit.
■Take-up with outward curl
CHECK
TAKE-UP SETTING
Ensure there
is no slack.
Dancer roller
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■Take-up with inward curl
Press .
Making the setting is complete when the screen shown in the
gure (the top menu) appears.
To Take up Media Manually
You can take up media by using the MANUAL switch. However, never operate the MANUAL switch
while the loading lever is pulled back. Doing so may cause the media to be pulled with excessive force,
actuating the protective feature and resulting in an error.
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When you begin take-up, take care to ensure that the end of the media does not become
rolled or creased.
Ensure there
is no slack.
Take-up with inward curl
Take-up with outward
curl
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Removing Taken-up Media
CAUTION
Removal of taken-up roll media from the unit is a task which must
be carried out by two or more persons.
If dropped, such items may cause injury.
Cut off the media.
P. 42, "Cutting Off the Media"
Support the paper tube to prevent it from falling.
Loosen the arm retaining screw and move the arm.
Detach the paper tube from the end caps.
Arm retaining screw
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4-1 Daily Care and Maintenance
Disposing of Discharged Ink
The drain bottle collects discharged uid. Dispose of collected material before the bottle becomes full.
The message shown in the gure appears when a certain amount of discharged uid has collected in
the bottle. Follow the procedure below to discard the discharged uid.
Resetting the discharged-uid counter after disposal makes
the message shown in the gure disappear.
Press .
1.
Choose the "DRAIN BOTTLE" menu item.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
.
Press .
Press
.
Press .
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
2.
Empty the bottle by discarding the discharged uid.
CAUTION
Before you detach the drain bottle, be sure to wait for the screen
to display "EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE."
Failing to follow this procedure may cause discharged uid to ow out
of the tube and spill, soiling your hands or the oor.
CHECK
DRAIN BOTTLE
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
DRAIN BOTTLE
EMPTY
DRAIN BOTTLE
Upper limit
Discard before
this is reached.
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3.
Attach the emptied bottle and reset the discharged-uid count.
Attach the emptied bottle.
Press .
Press a second time.
Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
WARNING
Never place discharged uid near open ame.
Doing so may cause re.
CAUTION
To store discharged uid temporarily, place it in the included drain
bottle or in a durable sealed container such as a metal can or polyethylene tank, and cap tightly.
Any spillage or vapor leakage make cause re, odor, or physical distress.
RESET DRAIN
COUNTER
MAINTENANCE
DRAIN BOTTLE
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Store discharged uid in a location not exposed to direct sunlight.
When temporarily storing discharged uid in the included drain bottle, keep the drain bottle
out of direct sunlight. Otherwise the discharged uid may harden, making the drain bottle
unusable.
Dispose of discharged uid properly, in accordance with the laws in effect in
your locale.
Discharged uid is ammable and contains toxic ingredients. Never attempt to incinerate
discharged uid or discard it with ordinary trash. Also, do not dispose of it in sewer systems,
rivers, or streams. Doing so may have an adverse impact on the environment.
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Cleaning
WARNING
Never use gasoline, alcohol, thinner, or any other ammable mate-
rial.
Doing so may cause re.
This machine is a precision device, and is sensitive to dust and dirt. Perform cleaning
on a daily basis.
Clean by wiping with a cloth moistened by neutral detergent diluted with water then
wrung dry.
Never attempt to oil or lubricate the machine.
Care and Maintenance of the Print Heads
Daily Care and Maintenance
Perform maintenance using the machine's head cleaning feature.
P. 45, "Printing Tests and Cleaning," p .67, "When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective"
Periodic Care and Maintenance
Periodic care is essential to ensuring optimal printing at all times. Based on your frequency of use,
periodically clean the print heads using a cleaning kit.
P. 70, "Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit"
Note: The print heads are components that wear out. Periodic replacement is required,
with the frequency of replacement depending on use. Purchase them from your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
Pinch rollers
Periodically wipe away any grime.
Failure to clean properly may result
in the transfer of grime to the surface
of media.
Grit rollers
Remove buildup of media and other
material using a brush. Never use a
metal brush.
Wipe away any buildup of ink or
grime on the media path.
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4-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective
Performing More Powerful Cleaning
When the problems such as dot drop-out are not cleared up by the "normal cleaning," try the more
forceful "medium cleaning" or the even more forceful "powerful cleaning." Note, however, that this
consumes more ink than "normal cleaning," and too-frequent use may damage the print heads themselves. Avoid using it more than necessary.
In the same way as for normal cleaning, choose and clean only the group of a head that are incapable
of correct printing.
1.
Choose "medium cleaning" or "powerful cleaning."
Press .
Use
to choose "MEDIUM CL." or
"POWERFUL CL."
2.
Specify the head group to clean.
LEC-300A
Press
.
LEC-330
LEC-300A
Use
to choose the group of heads that
is not to be cleaned.
Use
to get rid of the group display.
LEC-330
Repeat this procedure to display the groups of only
the heads that require cleaning.
LEC-300A : Of groups A or B, cleaning is performed only for
the group displayed.
LEC-330 : Of groups A through C, cleaning is performed only
for the group displayed.
CLEANING
MEDIUM CL.
MEDIUM CL.
A B
MEDIUM CL.
A B C
MEDIUM CL.
A
MEDIUM CL.
A C
A B C
A B
Group A
Group B
Group C
Group A
Group B
Printing-test results
LEC-330LEC-300A
Printing-test results
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If the Printing-test Results Are Difcult to Interpret
Examine the results from different angles in a well-lighted location. Take advantage of
reected light to enable visual checking. We recommend performing the printing test
on transparent or silver-colored media.
3.
Start cleaning.
Press .
If You Chose "MEDIUM CL."
LEC-300A
The screen shown in the gure appears, then cleaning starts.
When it nishes, the screen shown in the gure appears. Go
on to Step
LEC-330
If You Chose "POWERFUL CL."
The screen shown in the gure appears. Go on to Step.
Check the drain bottle.
If the amount of discharged uid is near the upper-limit line, then remove the
bottle, discard the collected uid, and reattach the bottle.
P. 64, "Disposing of Discharged Ink," step
2
LEC-300A
Press
.
The screen shown in the gure appears, then cleaning starts.
When it nishes, the screen shown in the gure appears again.
Go on to Step.
LEC-330
CLEANING...
>>
MEDIUM CL.
A
CLEANING...
>>
MEDIUM CL.
A C
CHECK
DRAIN BOTTLE
CLEANING...
>>
POWERFUL CL.
A
CLEANING...
>>
POWERFUL CL.
A C
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Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
When Powerful Cleaning Is Not Effective
If problems such as dot drop-out persist even after you have performed powerful cleaning several
times, then use the cleaning kit to clean the heads. Such cleaning can be eective when carried out
periodically, according to the frequency of use.
P. 70, "Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit"
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4-3 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit
When the Cleaning Kit Becomes Necessary
Periodic Care and Maintenance
At least once a month, clean the print heads, UV emitter, and other such areas using the cleaning kit.
When Dot Drop-out or the Like Occur Frequently
When the machine's head-cleaning feature does not correct the problem, clean the print heads using
the cleaning kit.
When Hardening of the Ink on Printed Material Is Insufcient
Clean the UV emitter using the cleaning kit.
If you use up the cleaning kit, purchase a new one from your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer.
The print heads are components that wear out. Periodic replacement is required,
with the frequency of replacement depending on use. Purchase them from your
authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
How to Perform Cleaning
Important Notes on This Procedure
Cleaning requires the included cleaning liquid and commercially available glass
cleaner. Have these on hand before you start.
Before attempting this operation, remove any media.
To prevent the print heads from drying out, nish this procedure in 30 minutes or
less.
A warning beep sounds after 30 minutes. At this time, stop work, attach the front
cover, and press . When the head-protection operation nishes, restart the
procedure from the beginning.
Never use any implement other than the included cleaning stick. Cotton swabs or
other lint-producing items may damage the heads.
Use one cleaning stick per cleaning session, then discard the stick after use. Reus-
ing cleaning sticks may reduce printing quality.
Never immerse a cleaning stick that has already been used to perform cleaning in
the cleaning liquid. Doing so may degrade the cleaning liquid.
Never touch the nozzle surface of the heads.
Stroke the sponges very gently, applying as little pressure as possible. Never rub,
scrape, or crush them.
CAUTION
Be sure to perform operations as specied by these instructions,
and never touch any area not specied in the instructions.
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
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1.
Change to the print-head manual-cleaning mode.
Remove any media.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
.
Press .
Press .
Open the front cover and remove the maintenance
cover.
Close the front cover and press .
The print-head carriage moves to the left side of the machine,
and then the screen shown in the gure appears.
Remove the side cover.
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
OPEN MAINTENANCE COVER
Side cover
Screws
Hook
Screws
Maintenance
cover
Screws
Screws
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Touch the location shown in the gure to discharge any static electricity.
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
2.
Clean using the cleaning stick. Be especially careful to clean away any brous dust (lint).
Moisten the cleaning stick with the cleaning liquid.
FINISHED?
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Perform cleaning in the sequence shown in the gure below.
Apply commercially available glass cleaner to the cleaning stick.
Use a new cleaning stick.
Never rub the nozzle surface of the head.
Clean only the metal frame.
Area to clean
Gently stroke the sponge.
Never rub with force.
Area to clean
Area to clean
Area to clean
*While working with the cleaning swab, be careful
not to touch the print head surfaces directly.
*The gures in this document depict the LEC-330.
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Clean the locations shown in the gure.
3.
Quit the manual cleaning mode.
Press .
The screen shown in the gure appears.
Attach the side cover.
Press .
Close the front cover.
The print-head carriage moves to the right side of the machine,
and then the screen shown in the gure appears.
CLOSE SIDE
COVER
CLOSE FRONT
COVER
Area to clean Area to clean
*The gures in this document depict
the LEC-330.
Side cover
Hook
Screws
Screws
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Open the front cover and attach the maintenance cover.
Close the front cover.
Press
.
Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
4.
Perform a printing test to verify the results of the procedure.
Perform a printing test to check the results.
Perform cleaning using the machine’s cleaning feature several times when necessary.
P. 45, "Printing Tests and Cleaning"
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CLEANING
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ROLL
Maintenance
cover.
Screws
Screws
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4-4 Replacing Consumable Parts
Replacing the Wipers
The wipers are components that you use when
cleaning the print heads. When the screen displays
a message like the one shown, it means the item
needs to be replaced. Replace with new items.
CAUTION
Be sure to perform operations as specied by these instructions,
and never touch any area not specied in the instructions.
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
1.
Display the [REPLACE WIPER] menu.
Remove any media from the platen.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
.
Press .
Press
.
Press .
The print-head carriage moves to a location where wiper
replacement is possible, and then the screen shown in the
gure appears.
Remove the side cover.
TIME FOR
WIPER REPLACE
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE WIPER
Press .
Screws
Hook
Screws
Side cover
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Touch the location shown in the gure to discharge any static electricity.
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
2.
Replace the wipers. Use the included tweezers.
Detach the old wipers.
Detach the hook and pull up and out.
Insert the new wipers.
FINISHED?
Rubber surface
toward the front
Felt surface
toward the rear
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Attach the hook.
3.
Quit the [REPLACE WIPER] menu.
Press .
Attach the side cover.
Press .
After the process to quit the wiper replacement mode, the
screen shown in the gure appears.
Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
Perform a printing test to verify the results of the procedure.
P. 45, "Printing Tests and Cleaning"
CLOSE SIDE
COVER
CLEANING...
>>
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE WIPER
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ROLL
Side cover
Screws
Hook
Screws
Hook
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Replacing the Blade
If the blade becomes dull, replace it with the included replacement blade.
CAUTION
Be sure to perform operations as specied by these instructions,
and never touch any area not specied in the instructions.
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
CAUTION
Never touch the tip of the blade with your ngers.
Doing so may result in injury.
1.
Enter the blade replacement mode.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
The cutting carriage moves to a location permitting blade replacement, and then the screen shown in the gure appears.
Open the front cover.
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE KNIFE
NOW PROCESSING..
OPEN FRONT
COVER
FINISHED?
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2.
Replace the blade.
Remove the blade holder.
Remove the old blade.
Install a new blade.
Reinstall the blade holder.
If installed without supporting the screw
in this way, cutting quality may become
poor.
Press this pin
Blade holder
Old blade
Screw
Insert until
the collar is
ush with the
surface.
Blade holder
Pin
New blade
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Tighten the screw.
Tug the blade holder upward to make
sure it does not come loose.
3.
Quit the blade replacement mode.
Close the front cover.
Press
.
Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
Replacing the Separating Knife
If the separating knife becomes dull, replace it with the included replacement knife.
CAUTION
Be sure to perform operations as specied by these instructions,
and never touch any area not specied in the instructions.
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
CAUTION
Never touch the tip of the separating knife with your ngers.
Doing so may result in injury.
1.
Enter the blade replacement mode.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
.
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE KNIFE
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ROLL
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
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Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
The cutting carriage moves to a location where blade replacement is possible, and then the screen shown in the gure
appears.
Open the front cover.
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
2.
Replace the separating knife.
Remove the separating knife.
Loosen the screw until it slips out.
Grasp the screw portion, and slowly
pull it out in the direction of the arrow.
When doing this, do not pull it back
toward you.
Install a new knife.
The knife is secured in place by the
magnet.
Slowly insert it into the groove.
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE KNIFE
NOW PROCESSING..
OPEN FRONT
COVER
FINISHED?
Positioning
groove
Magnet
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Tighten the screw.
Take care to ensure that the knife
does not slip out of position at
this time.
3.
Quit the blade replacement mode.
Close the front cover.
Press
.
Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
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REPLACE KNIFE
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4-5 Adjustment of White Ink
When white ink is used, dot drop-out or other problems that impede normal ink discharge may occur
even when powerful cleaning or manual cleaning of the print heads has been performed. This can occur
because the ingredients in white ink tend to settle, and may harden if allowed to stand for a lengthy
time. If this happens, carry out the operations described below.
These operations require two SOL INK cleaning cartridges.
Procedure
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Discard the discharged uid and attach the emptied bottle.
Press .
Remove the ink cartridges from slots 5 and 6.
Insert SOL INK cleaning cartridges into slots 5
and 6.
Remove the SOL INK cleaning cartridges from slots
5 and 6.
Carry out steps and as many times as indicated by the
on-screen messages.
Insert the ink cartridges into slots 5 and 6.
MENU
INK RENEWAL
CHECK
DRAIN BOTTLE
REMOVE CL‑LIQUID
1 2 3 4 5 6
RENEWING INK . . .
>>>>>>>>>>>>
SET CARTRIDGE
1 2 3 4 5 6
RENEWING INK . . .
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Number 5 and 6 ashes.
Number 5 and 6 ashes.
Number 5 and 6 ashes.
Number 5 and 6 ashes.
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Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
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4-6
When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period
Keep Performing Maintenance
Switch on the power once every two weeks.
Switch on the sub power once every two weeks. When you turn on the power, the machine automatically performs some operations such as those to keep the print heads from drying out. Allowing the
machine to stand completely unused for a prolonged period may damage the print heads, so be sure
to switch on the power to perform these automatic operations.
Keep at a Constant Temperature and Relative Humidity
Even when the machine is not in use, keep it at a temperature of 5 to 40˚C (41 to 104˚F) and a relative
humidity of 20 to 80% (with no condensation). If temperatures are too high or too low, it may cause
malfunction.
Alarm Feature
This feature is to remind you to switch on the sub power once a month. When
the machine remains unused for about one month, this screen appears and a
warning beep sounds. If this screen appears, switch on the sub power. When
maintenance operations nish, switch o the sub power.
This feature operates when the printer's main power is turned on. We recommend leaving on just the
main power to the printer even when the machine is to remain out of use for a prolonged period.
Important Note on Draining Ink
This machine has features for draining internal ink and for performing washing using SOL INK cleaning cartridges, but they should never be used except in special cases. Allowing the machine to stand
without ink for a prolonged period may damage the heads, even if internal washing is performed. Once
ink has been lled, then as a rule the ink should never be drained.
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4-7 When Moving the Unit
Procedures from Preparing to Move Through Reinstalling
To move the machine, you must completely drain all ink inside the machine and secure the print heads
in place with packing materials to protect them. Attempting to move the machine without rst doing
this may result in damage to internal components due to leaking ink or damage to the heads.
This operation requires four unused SOL INK cleaning cartridges. Have these on hand before you
start.
For information on how to remove and attach the various items, refer to the Setup Guide.
Important Notes on Moving
Be sure to use SOL INK cleaning cartridges. Use of any other type may result in
breakdown.
Once the preparations for moving are complete, move the machine and ll it with
ink with as little delay as possible. Allowing the machine to stand without ink may
damage the print heads.
When moving the machine, keep it at a temperature between 5 to 40˚C (41 to 104˚F)
and at relative humidity between 20 to 80% (with no condensation). Failure to do so
may result in breakdown.
Handle the machine with care when moving, keeping it level (not tilted at an angle)
and preventing it from striking other objects.
1.
Drain the ink and wash the interior.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
twice.
Press .
Press
twice.
Press .
Make sure the cleaning uid is ready.
Press .
Discard the discharged ink in the drain bottle.
Be sure to discard the discharged ink.
Press .
Thereafter, follow the on-screen instructions to carry out the operations.
After cleaning has nished, the sub power is automatically switched o.
P. 64, "Disposing of Discharged Ink," p. 141, "Draining Ink and Performing Internal Washing"
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
INK CONTROL
INK CONTROL
HEAD WASH
CLEANING LIQUID
IS REQUIRED
CHECK
DRAIN BOTTLE
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2.
Secure the print heads in place.
Remove the drain bottle and detach the drain-bottle stand. Then attach the
drain-tube cover.
Detach the blade holder.
Raise the loading lever.
Secure the print heads in place using the packing material.
Lower the roll media from the printer and detach the shafts.
If necessary, also detach the dancer roller, rail slider, and stand legs etc.
The machine is now ready to be moved.
3.
Immediately move the machine and ll it with ink.
Once the preparations are complete, move the machine with as little delay as
possible.
Immediately reinstall the machine and ll with ink.
Referring to the Setup Guide, reinstall the machine and carry out ink-lling and other preparations. When lling with ink, you use the SOL INK cleaning cartridges again. The ink mode cannot
be changed.
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5-1 Pausing or Canceling Output
Canceling Output Before It Finishes
Procedure
Press .
Hold down for one second or longer.
Stop sending output data from the computer.
Description
pauses output. Pressing a second time here resumes printing, but a horizontal stripe
is produced at the location where printing was stopped. We do not recommend resuming printing.
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5-2 Setting the Print-start Position
Setting the Print-start Position
Procedure
Use to move the cutting carriage.
Align the center of the blade with the new print-start position.
Press .
Description
You can set the print-start position at any location you want. Note, however, that this setting returns
to its default value after printing, and so it needs to be set separately for each page. When the start
location has been set,
lights up and screen displays the character “B” together with the print-
W 600mm
B
Printing area
Feed-direction
start position
Scan-direction
start position
Print-start
position
Scan-direction
Feed-direction
This indicates that the printing-start position has been set.
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possible width at the position.
This feature is also available when you're printing or cutting various test patterns, and can help you
use media with less waste. Note, however, that the left and right positions are not restored to their
defaults for test patterns.
Also, never use
in the following cases.
When you're using the media take-up system
The media take-up system may pull the media with undue force, resulting in an error or malfunc-
tion.
Before or after executing feed correction
Slackness in the roll media can make it impossible to obtain reliable correction results. Also, slack-
ness in the roll media after feed correction may cause slippage in the media's movement distance
during printing, resulting in horizontal stripes.
P. 111, "Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Bands and the Like"
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Accommodating Various Kinds of Media
Using Transparent Media
Procedure
Press .
Press
several times.
Press twice.
Use
to select "DISABLE."
Press to enable the setting.
The settings are changed and the screen shown in the gure
appears.
Description
This setting enables or disables detection of the leading and trailing edges of the media. It is normally
set to "ENABLE." When transparent media is loaded, set it to "DISABLE." When this is set to "DISABLE,"
the "ROLL" and "TU" selections are available during media setup.
When [EDGE DETECTION] is set to "DISABLE," printing operation does not stop when the media runs out.
If media runs out while printing is in progress, immediately press
to quit printing. Otherwise,
there is a chance that the platen or the like may become soiled by ink or that ink may get inside and
damage the machine.
Default Setting
[EDGE DETECTION]: ENABLE
Preventing Media from Coming Loose
Procedure
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
.
Press .
Use
to set the value.
Press
to enable the setting.
MENU
SUB MENU
MENU
SUB MENU
EDGE DETECTION
ENABLE DISABLE
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
VACUUM POWER
VACUUM POWER
AUTO
90%
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Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
Description
The platen uses suction to grip the media and keep it stable. When media comes loose from the platen
because it is warped or wrinkled, increasing the suction force may help correct the problem. Conversely,
when the media is imsy and cannot move smoothly, reducing the suction force may help.
When set to "AUTO," the suction force is automatically adjusted to the optimal level for the media
width.
You can also make this setting on the computer. When you have made the setting on the computer,
the computer's setting is used and the printer's setting is ignored.
Default Setting
[VACUUM POWER]: AUTO
Speeding Up Printing for Narrow Media
Procedure
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Use
to select "SHEET" or "OFF."
Press
to enable the setting.
Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
Description
This shortens printing time by reducing the width of the print-head movement range to the minimum
necessary. This is eective when the width of the media or the printing data is narrow.
"FULL" sets the movement range of the print heads to the maximum width of loadable media.
"SHEET" matches the range of print-head movement to the width of the media.
"OFF" matches the range of print-head movement to the printing data. Movement is limited to the
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
FULL WIDTH S
FULL WIDTH S
FULL OFF
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SETUP SHEET
ROLL
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minimum amount necessary, and this can be expected to yield the fastest printing.
Note, however, that the range of print-head movement is limited to the maximum scanning width that
is printed. Also, the maximum scanning width printed is reset every time printing of a page nishes.
Default Setting
[FULL WIDTH S]: FULL
Preventing Soiling of the Media and Dot Drop-out During Printing
Procedure
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Use
to select a value from "5 min" to
"990 min," or "PAGE."
Press
to enable the setting.
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
PERIODIC CL.
PERIODIC CL .
NONE 10 min
Print-end position
Feed direction
Scan direction
Next print-start position
Print-start position
Printing area
Print-head movement range
Range of print-head movement
when set to "OFF"
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Press .
Press
to go back to the original screen.
Description
Ink tends to collect on the surface of the heads when you use media prone to buildup of static charge,
when the ambient temperature is low, or when the head height is set to “HIGH.” Under some conditions,
this ink may be transferred to the media or cause dot drop-out. Use this feature at such times. The ink
buildup is removed as printing is performed.
When this is set to "PAGE," automatic cleaning is performed every time before printing starts.
When this is set to a value from "5 min" to "990 min," automatic cleaning is performed when the cumulative printing time reaches the value you set here.
When this is set to "NONE," no automatic cleaning is performed.
Using "PAGE" or a value from "5 min" to "990 min," results in longer printing times. Also, when this is set
to a value from "5 min" to "990 min," printing pauses and so colors may be uneven.
P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness"
Default Setting
[PERIODIC CL.]: NONE
Printing Media That Warps Easily
Procedure
1.
Change the setting for the [MEDIA CLAMP] menu item to [LONG].
Press .
Press
several times.
Press .
Use
to select "LONG."
Press
to enable the setting.
Press to go back to the original screen.
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SETUP SHEET
ROLL
MENU
MEDIA CLAMP
MEDIA CLAMP
SHORT LONG
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2.
Replace the short media clamps with the long ones.
Remove the short media clamps.
Attach the long media clamps.
Description
When you want to hold the media in place more securely, such as when you're printing media that warps
easily, use the long media clamps to secure the edges of the media in place. Note that when you're attaching the long media clamps, be sure to make the setting described above so that the media-cuto
operation cannot be performed. Performing media cuto with the long media clamps installed may
cause the long media clamps to touch the separating knife, resulting in damage or malfunction. When
the [MEDIA CLAMP] menu item is set to [LONG], media cuto is not performed.
P. 42, "Cutting Off the Media"
Default Setting
[MEDIA CLAMP] : LONG
Insert until it clicks
into place.
Push here.
Pull back while holding down the area.
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How to Load Sheet Media
To load and use sheet media, follow the steps below.
1.
Load the sheet media.
Measure the thickness of the sheet media.
If the measured value is 0.5 millimeters or more, increase the height of the print heads.
P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness"
Detach the rear cover.
If roll media is loaded, then remove it.
Remove both shafts.
Pass the sheet media through the machine.
Attach the rear cover.
Rear cover
Engage.
Rear cover
Engage.
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