Roland Metaza MPX-90 User Manual
USER’S MANUAL
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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
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own expense.
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shielded type.
For Canada
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For California
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer,
birth defects and other reproductive harm, including
lead.
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
Roland DG Corp. has licensed the MMP technology from the TPL Group.
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Contents
To Ensure Safe Use .....................................................................................4
Important Notes on Handling and Use...............................................................9
About Operation Manuals .................................................................................10
Documentation Included with the Machine ........................................................................10
How to Display Help for Software ............................................................................................10
How to Display Help for METAZA Driver ................................................................................11
Chapter 1 Getting Started .................................................................................13
1-1 About the Machine ................................................................................14
Features ..............................................................................................................................................14
1-2 Names and Functions ...........................................................................15
This Machine ....................................................................................................................................15
1-3 Checking the Included Items .................................................................17
Chapter 2
Installation and Setup ......................................................................19
2-1 Installation .............................................................................................20
Installation Environment ............................................................................................................20
Removing and storing the retainers ........................................................................................21
2-2 Cable Connections ................................................................................22
Connecting the machine to a power supply ........................................................................22
2-3 Installing the Software ...........................................................................23
System Requirements ...................................................................................................................23
The Software You Can Install and Set Up ...............................................................................23
Installing METAZA Driver .............................................................................................................24
Installing the Software .................................................................................................................25
2-4 METAZAStudio Settings........................................................................26
Making the Setting for the Printer ..........................................................................................26
Chapter 3 Making Prints ....................................................................................27
3-1 Switching the Power On and Off ..........................................................28
Switching On the Power .............................................................................................................28
Switching O the Power ..............................................................................................................28
3-2 Getting Ready .......................................................................................29
The Printable Area ..........................................................................................................................29
Head Caps ........................................................................................................................................29
Preparing Material to Print ..........................................................................................................30
Loading Material Using the Adhesive Sheet.........................................................................33
Using the Center Vise ...................................................................................................................37
Loading Material Using the Center Vise .................................................................................38
3-3 Preparing Print Data (METAZAStudio)..................................................41
Starting METAZAStudio ..............................................................................................................41
METAZAStudio Screen ..................................................................................................................42
Step1 : Determine the shape and size of material. .............................................................43
Step2 : Import the Image ............................................................................................................45
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Step3 : Enter the Text.....................................................................................................................47
Step4 : Save Printing Data ...........................................................................................................47
3-4 Starting and Stopping Printing ..............................................................49
Starting Printing ..............................................................................................................................49
Stopping Printing Operations ....................................................................................................51
Chapter 4 More Advanced Operations .............................................................53
4-1 Tips and Tricks for Image Layout ..........................................................54
Keeping Only the Required Portion of an Image (Trimming) .......................................54
Adjusting the Location, Size, or Angle of an Image ...........................................................55
Enclosing an Image in a Frame ..................................................................................................58
4-2 Tips and Tricks for Text Layout..............................................................60
Adjusting the Location, Size, or Angle of a Text ..................................................................60
Arranging a Text to a Fan Layout .............................................................................................62
Laying Out Text along a Shape ..................................................................................................63
Filling Text .........................................................................................................................................64
4-3 Creating and Editing Line Text ..............................................................66
SFEdit2 window ..............................................................................................................................66
Creating a Stroke Character Font ..............................................................................................67
Changing Input Characters into Stroke Characters ...........................................................69
Editing Stroke character ...............................................................................................................70
4-4
Checking and Adjusting Finished Result of an Image .............................................................71
Checking the Finished Results in the Preview Window ....................................................71
Adjusting the Finished Result in the Preview Window .....................................................72
4-5 Printing on a Curved Surface ................................................................73
Step1 : Decide on the Printing Area (Workpiece Size) .....................................................73
Step2 : Make horizontal writing on portrait material. .......................................................76
4-6 Register New Material ...........................................................................78
How to Register Wide Variety of Material ..............................................................................78
4-7 METAZA Driver Settings .......................................................................79
Keeping the settings of METAZA Driver .................................................................................79
4-8 About Dr. Engrave .................................................................................80
What is Dr. Engrave? ......................................................................................................................80
Points to note when using Dr. Engrave ..................................................................................80
4-9 More Advanced Other Operations ........................................................81
More Advanced Other Operations You Can Accomplish with METAZAStudio ........81
Chapter 5 Maintenance and Adjustment .........................................................83
5-1 Daily Care .............................................................................................84
Points to Note on Daily Care .......................................................................................................84
Cleaning the Adhesive Sheet .....................................................................................................84
Cleaning the Body and Cover ...................................................................................................85
Cleaning of the Head Cap ...........................................................................................................85
5-2 Adjusting Marking Pins ..........................................................................86
Checking the State of the Marking Pins .................................................................................86
Adjusting the Striking Force of the Pins .................................................................................87
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5-3 Composition Registration and Striking-force Adjustment ......................88
Registering a Composition and Adjusting the Striking Force ........................................88
5-4 Adjustment of the Origin-point Location ................................................91
Adjusting the Location of the Machine's Origin Point ......................................................91
5-5 The Replacement of the Head Cap.......................................................94
The Replacement Cycle for the Head Cap .............................................................................94
5-6 Head Replacement ...............................................................................95
The Replacement Cycle for the Head ......................................................................................95
How to Replace the Head ............................................................................................................96
Chapter 6 Appendix ...........................................................................................99
6-1 What to Do If .......................................................................................100
The power supply light is blinking. ....................................................................................... 100
The machine doesn't run even when printing data is sent. ......................................... 100
The printed location isn't where desired ............................................................................ 101
Striking is performed, but nothing is printed. ..................................................................101
The printed image is unattractive. ........................................................................................ 101
The image is uneven. .................................................................................................................102
The image is always faint at the same location. ............................................................... 102
Installation for METAZA driver is Impossible ..................................................................... 103
Uninstalling METAZA driver ..................................................................................................... 104
6-2 When Moving the Machine .................................................................106
Attach the retaining materials to the machine. ................................................................ 106
6-3 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels .................109
6-4 Specication ........................................................................................ 110
Main Unit Specications ...........................................................................................................110
System Requirements for USB Connection ........................................................................ 110
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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
CAUTION
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse eects 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 specic 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 powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
WARNING
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Incorrect operation may cause injury
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 attempt to disassemble, repair,
or modify the machine.
Doing so may result in fire, electrical
shock, or injury. Entrust repairs to a trained
service technician.
CAUTION
Install in a location that is level and
stable.
Installation in an unsuitable location may
cause an accident, including a fall or
tipover.
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 result in
unexpected injury.
Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or re
WARNING
To Ensure Safe Use
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.
Ratings
Do not use with any power supply other
than the dedicated AC adapter.
Use with any other power supply may lead
to re or electrocution.
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 place any ammable 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.
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 extensi on cord or
power strip, use one that adequately
satisfies 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.
When the machine will be out of use
for a prolonged period, disconnect the
power cord.
This can prevent accidents in the event
of current leakage or unintended startup.
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.
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 result in re or
electrical shock. If anything gets inside,
immediately disconnect the power cord
and contact your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer.
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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To Ensure Safe Use
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 allow to get wet.
Never make hot.
Dust may cause re.
Never bundle, bind, or roll up.
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To Ensure Safe Use
The head area becomes hot
WARNING
Never touch the head immediately after
printing has nished.
Doing so may cause burns.
To Ensure Safe Use
Warning Label
Warning label is afxed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meaning of the label
is as follows. Be sure to heed its warnings.
Also, never remove the label or allow it to become obscured.
Caution: High Temperature
Never touch immediately after printing.
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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 these may not only result in loss
of performance, but may also cause malfunction or breakdown.
This Machine is a Precision Device.
Handle carefully, and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force.
Never print material outside the range of specications.
Install in a Suitable Location
Install in a location having the specied temperature and relative humidity.
Install in a quiet, stable location oering good operating conditions.
Never use the machine in an environment where silicone substances (oil, grease, spray, etc.) are present.
Doing so may cause poor switch contact.
When Moving the Machine
When moving the machine, be sure to support it at the bottom using two hands. Attempting to move
the machine by holding it at a dierent location may result in damage.
When moving the machine to another location, be sure to attach the retainers. Attempting moving
without attaching the retainers may result in damage.
Printing
Never attempt to perform printing on the edges or over holes in printing material.
Printing results may vary according to the original data, the material printed, and the details of settings.
Before you perform actual printing, we recommend carrying out test printing.
Attempting printing with no material loaded may damage the pins or heads.
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About Operation Manuals
Documentation Included with the Machine
The following documentation is included with the machine.
MPX-90 User’s Manual (this manual)
This describes important notes for ensuring safe use, and explains how to install and operate the machine.
It also explains how to install and operate included software.
Be sure to read it rst.
METAZA Driver Online Help
Roland METAZAStudio Online Help
Roland SFEdit2 Online Help
Dr. Engrave Online Help
You view this documentation on your computer screen. Installing the respective programs makes these
available for viewing. They describe in detail the commands used in the programs.
P. 10 “How to Display Help for Software,” p.11 “How to Display Help for METAZA Driver”
How to Display Help for Software
You can display Help for software by conducting the following operation after installing the software.
P.23 “Installing the Software”
From [Start] menu, select software
and click [ Help ].
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About Operation Manual
How to Display Help for METAZA Driver
You can display Help for METAZA driver by conducting the following operation after installing METAZA
driver.
P.24 “Installing METAZA Driver”
Procedure
Windows Vista
From [Start] menu, click [Control Panel] → [Hardware and Sound] → [Printers].
Windows XP
From [Start] menu, click [Control Panel] → [Printers and Other Hardware] → [Printers and Faxes].
Right click [Roland MPX-90].
Click [Printing Preferences].
The setting window appears.
Click [Help].
METAZA Driver help appears.
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Chapter 1
Getting Started
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
1-1 About the Machine
Features
This machine is a metal printer. It prints images by striking detailed points using a marking pin mounted
in a head.
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
1-2 Names and Functions
This Machine
Main Unit
Knob
Deter m i n e the
head position
based on the surface height of the
material when
performing printing without using
a head cap.
Head
Cover
Close the cover when making
print..
Head unit
Move the head unit and align the
end handle (marking pins) of the
head to the surface of material.
Power/Movement button
Pressing this makes the light
come on and switches on the
power. Pressing it while the unit is
on moves the table to the interior
of the unit and the head to the
center surface of the table. Pressing it a second time moves the
head to the interior left and the
table back to the front edge of
the unit. To switch o the power,
you hold down the button for
one second or longer.
Po w er-co d e
connector
USB connector
1-2 Names and Functions
Head (MPH-90)
Material Retainers
Printing is performed on material using
marking pins. Diamond is attached to the
tip of the marking pins. Since the head is a
consumable part, replace it at an appropriate timing.
P. 94, “The Replacement Cycle for the Head”
Marking pins
Adhesive sheet
Center vise
This is used to x material on a table. Material is placed on the adhesive sheet, which
then holds the material in place. This lets you
immobilize objects without having to use
commercially available tape or the like.
P. 33, “Loading Material Using the Adhesive
Sheet”
This is a vise made of plastic, and secures
material in place by clamping it. This makes it
possible to immobilize material that cannot
be secured using the adhesive sheet, such
as items having a curved bottom surface.
The act of securing an item in place also
accurately determines the center position
in the horizontal direction.
P. 38, “Loading Material Using the Center
Vise”
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Chapter 1 Getting Started
1-3 Checking the Included Items
The following items are packed together with the unit. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.
AC adapter Power cord Head caps
Center vise Adhesive sheet Table
USB cable Roland Software Package
CD-ROM
(One installed on the unit by
default)
Head (MPH-90)
(Installed on the unit by default)
Test-use printing material
(Brass-plated plates)
User’s manual
(This document)
Chapter 1 Getting Started
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Chapter 2
Installation and Setup
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2-1 Installation
Installation Environment
Install in a quiet, stable location oering good operating conditions. An unsuitable location can cause accident, re, faulty operation, or breakdown.
CAUTION
Never install in a location subject to wide uctuations in temperature or humidity.
Never install in a location subject to shaking or vibration.
Never install in a location where the oor is tilted, not level, or unstable.
Never install in a dusty or dirty location, or out of doors.
Never install in a location exposed to direct sunlight or near air-conditioning or heating equipment.
Never install in a location exposed to considerable electrical or magnetic noise, or other forms of elec-
tromagnetic energy.
Never install in an environment where silicone substances (oil, grease, spray, etc.) are present.
Install in a location that is level and stable.
Installation in an unsuitable location may cause an accident, including a fall
or tipover.
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup
2-1 Installation
Removing and storing the retainers
Retaining materials are attached to protect the machine from vibration during shipment. Remove these
after emplacement.
Remove all Retaining materials. Any that remain may cause faulty operation or breakdown when the
power is switched on.
The retaining materials and package are required when moving the machine to a dierent location. Store
them carefully so that they do not get misplaced.
Removing the retainers
Screws
Retainer
Retainer
Storing the retainers
Keep the retaining materials by mounting them to the position shown in the gure.
Screws
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup
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2-2 Cable Connections
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup
Connecting the machine to a power supply
At this time, the connection to the computer must not be made yet.
Failure to follow the correct procedure may make installation impossible. You make the connection to the
computer when you install METAZA driver.
P. 24, “Installing METAZA Driver”
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Power
Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the
ratings displayed on the AC adapter.
Use with any other power supply may lead to re or electrocution.
AC Never use any AC adapter and power cord other than the AC adapter
and power cord included with the machine.
Doing so may lead to re, electrical shock, or electrocution.
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.
cord
AC adapter
Electrical
outlet
Computer
DO NOT connect a USB cable at this point.
Machine
USB cable
2-3 Installing the Software
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup
System Requirements
Operating system
Processor
Memory
Optical drive
Video card and monitor
Free hard-disk space required for instal-
lation
For the latest information, see the Roland DG Corp. website (http://www.rolanddg.com).
Windows XP/Vista (32 bit edition)
The minimum required CPU for the operating
system (At least Pentium 4 3.0 GHz or more
recommended)
The minimum amount of required RAM for
the operating system (At least 512MB or more
recommended)
CD-ROM drive
At least 16 bit colors (High Color) with a resolution of 800 x 600 or more recommended
25MB
The Software You Can Install and Set Up
This is a program for creating printing data. It enables you import
METAZAStudio
and crop images to print, and perform editing to add text, boxes,
and the like.
SFEdit2
MPX-90 Head Manager
Dr. Engrave
METAZA Driver
This is a program that lets you create and edit stroke fonts. Stroke fonts
are line drawings created by automatically extracting the centerlines
from a TrueType font. You can use the generated stroke fonts as fonts
with METAZAStudio.
This is a utility for adjusting the head. Run it when you replace the
head or adjust the marking pins.
This is text and image printing software that lets you create print
data. You can use TrueType fonts registered in Windows. It also has
stroke characters.
This is a Windows-based driver required for sending data from a
computer to the machine.
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2-3 Installing the Software
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup
Installing METAZA Driver
Make sure to connect the machine to a computer by following the given procedure.
Failure to follow the correct procedure may make installation impossible.
Procedure
Before you start installation and setup, make sure the USB cable is NOT con-
nected.
Log on to Windows as “Administrators.”
Insert the Roland Software Package CD-ROM into the computer.
(Windows Vista only: When the automatic playback window appears, click [Run menu.exe].)
The install menu appears automatically.
Click [METAZA Driver Install].
A Setup Guide matched to the basic software on your computer is displayed.
Follow the instructions in the Setup
Guide to nish installing.
As following the instructions in the Setup
Guide, you will nd the procedure to connect the machine to a computer. Make sure
to keep the instructions given below.
Never connect two or more machines to
one computer.
For the USB cable, use the included
cable.
Never use a USB hub.
Click of the install menu window
and setup guide window.
Installing the Software
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup
2-3 Installing the Software
Procedure
Display the window for the install menu of the software.
Follow the messages to install the software.
(Windows Vista only: The [User Account Control] appears, click [Allow], and install the softwares.)
Remove the CD-ROM from the CD-ROM drive.
Click [Install] of the program you
want to install.
When all installation nishes, click
of the install menu.
2-4 METAZAStudio Settings
Making the Setting for the Printer
After you nish installing and setting up METAZAStudio, continue by making the setting for the printer. Be
sure to make the setting before use.
Procedure
From [Start] menu, click [All Pro-
grams] (or [Programs]) → [Roland
METAZAStudio] → [METAZAStu-
dio].
METAZAStudio starts.
Click [File] → [Set up the printer].
The [Print Setup] dialog box appears.
Click the arrow shown in the
gure, then select [Roland MPX-90].
Click [OK].
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Chapter 2 Installation and Setup
Chapter 3
Making Prints
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Chapter 3 Making Prints
3-1 Switching the Power On and Off
Switching On the Power
Procedure
Ring
Stopper
OK
Knob
OK
Make sure that the stopper contacts
the ring and the knob is tightened as
shown in the gure
In the case as shown in the gure , loosen
the knob to make it into the state shown in
the gure, and then tighten the knob.
.
Not OK
Loosen
Tighten
Power/Movement
button
Description
When the power is ON in the state shown in the gure , there are cases where the power lamp blinks and
an error occurs immediately after the initial operation is completed. To clear the error, take the procedure
and press the Power/Movement button. The power lamp stops blinking and lights.
Press the Power/Movement button.
The lamp of the Power/Movement button is
turned ON, and the head moves to the left
rear. This operation is called initialization.
Switching Off the Power
Power/Movement
button
Hold down the Power/Movement button for one second or longer.
The light goes dark and the power is
switched o.
Hold down the button for one second
or longer.
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