Roland SJ-645EX, SJ-745EX User Manual

User's Manual

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For the USA

FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE

STATEMENT

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void the users authority to operate this equipment.

NOTICE

Grounding Instructions

Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet, have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Check with qualified electrician or service personnel if the grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.

Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s plug.

Repair or replace damaged or worn out cord immediately.

For Canada

CLASS A NOTICE

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.

CLASSE A AVIS

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du Canada.

ROLAND DG CORPORATION 1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken, JAPAN 431-2103 MODEL NAME : See the MODEL given on the rating plate. RELEVANT DIRECTIVE : EC LOW VOLTAGE DIRECTIVE (73/23/EEC)

EC ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY DIRECTIVE (89/336/EEC)

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Contents

Features of the SJ-745EX/645EX ................................................................4

To Ensure Safe Use......................................................................................5

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité.....................................................................9

Chapter 1: Getting Started.........................................................................15

1-1 Checking Accessories..................................................................................................................16

1-2 Part Names ..................................................................................................................................17

1-3 Assembling and Installing............................................................................................................. 20

Installation Environment .......................................................................................................................................... 20

Step 1: Assemble the Stand ...................................................................................................................................... 21

Step 2: Install the Included Items............................................................................................................................. 23

Step 3: Install the Drain Bottle................................................................................................................................. 24

Step 4: Remove the Protective Media...................................................................................................................... 26

1-4 Connecting the Cables.................................................................................................................27

Connecting the Power Cord ..................................................................................................................................... 27

Connecting to the Computer .................................................................................................................................... 28

1-5 Switching On the Power for the First Time ..................................................................................30

Install Ink Cartridges ................................................................................................................................................ 30

Chapter 2: Basic Operation.......................................................................33

2-1 Switching the Power On and Off..................................................................................................34

Switching On the Power........................................................................................................................................... 34

Switching Off the Power at the End of the Day ...................................................................................................... 35

2-2 Loading Media..............................................................................................................................36

Loading Roll Media.................................................................................................................................................. 36

Loading Sheet Media................................................................................................................................................ 40

When Loading Thick Media..................................................................................................................................... 41

When Loading Media That Warps Easily ................................................................................................................ 42

Separating the Media ................................................................................................................................................ 43

Removing the Media ................................................................................................................................................ 43

2-3 Printing .........................................................................................................................................44

To Perform Printing.................................................................................................................................................. 44

Performing a Printing Test ....................................................................................................................................... 45

Downloading Printing Data...................................................................................................................................... 45

Chapter 3: Using the Print Heater.............................................................47

3-1 Switching the Print Heater On and Off......................................................................................... 48

Switching On the Print Heater ................................................................................................................................. 48

Switching Off the Print Heater................................................................................................................................. 48

3-2 Loading Media..............................................................................................................................49

About the Ambient Temperature During Print Heater Use .....................................................................................49

Points to Observe When Loading Media ................................................................................................................. 49

3-3 Printing .........................................................................................................................................50

Printing...................................................................................................................................................................... 50

Contents

Chapter 4: A Wide Variety of Operations..................................................51

4-1 Replacing the Ink Cartridges........................................................................................................ 52

Care and Handling of Ink Cartridges ....................................................................................................................... 52

Replacing with New Ink Cartridges ......................................................................................................................... 53

If Ink Runs Out During Printing .............................................................................................................................. 54

4-2 Checking the Remaining Ink Level .............................................................................................. 55

4-3 Setting the Location Where Printing Starts..................................................................................56

Setting the Start Location ......................................................................................................................................... 56

Specifying a Location in the Feed Direction ...........................................................................................................57

Specifying a Location in the Scan Direction ...........................................................................................................58

4-4 Setting the Margins ......................................................................................................................59

Setting the Margins in the Feed Direction ............................................................................................................... 59

Setting the Margins in the Scan Direction ............................................................................................................... 60

4-5 Using Transparent Media.............................................................................................................62

4-6 Making Corrections for Printing....................................................................................................63

Feed Correction ........................................................................................................................................................ 63

Bidirectional Correction ........................................................................................................................................... 64

4-7 Stopping Printing Operations .......................................................................................................67

Stopping Printing Operations ................................................................................................................................... 67

Pausing Printing Operations..................................................................................................................................... 67

4-8 Recording the Amount of Remaining Media ................................................................................68

Displaying the Amount of Remaining Media on the Screen................................................................................... 68

4-9 Changing the Type of Ink .............................................................................................................69

4-10 When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period................................................................................... 71

Chapter 5: Maintenance.............................................................................73

5-1 Cleaning the Print heads..............................................................................................................74

Cleaning the Print heads........................................................................................................................................... 74

If Drop-out Persists Even After Carrying Out Cleaning Several Times .................................................................75

If Performing POWERFUL Cleaning Several Times Does Not Correct the Drop-out Problem ........................... 75

5-2 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit ..................................................................................................76

5-3 Replacing the Wiper.....................................................................................................................79

5-4 Other Cleaning Tasks ...................................................................................................................80

5-5 Disposing of Discharged Ink ........................................................................................................81

5-6 How to Replace the Separating Knife .......................................................................................... 82

5-7 When Moving the Unit..................................................................................................................83

Procedures from Preparing to Move Through Reinstalling .................................................................................... 83

Chapter 6: Menus and Keys ......................................................................85

6-1 Menus Flowchart..........................................................................................................................86

6-2 Description of Menus ................................................................................................................... 91

6-3 Description of Keys ......................................................................................................................94

Chapter 7: What to Do If... .........................................................................97

7-1 What to Do If... .............................................................................................................................98

The Machine Doesn't Run ........................................................................................................................................ 98

Contents

Clean, Attractive Printing Is Impossible ..................................................................................................................99

Media Wrinkles or Warps ....................................................................................................................................... 101

The Media Becomes Jammed................................................................................................................................. 101

What to Do If the Print-head Carriage Does Not Operate .................................................................................... 102

7-2 What to Do If an Error Message Appears..................................................................................104

Chapter 8: Specifications ........................................................................107

8-1 Media Conditions .......................................................................................................................108

Usable Media .......................................................................................................................................................... 108

Acceptable Media Widths ......................................................................................................................................108

8-2 Printing Area...............................................................................................................................109

8-3 The Media-cutoff Location During Continuous Printing .............................................................110

8-4 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels ........................................................ 111

8-5 Specifications ............................................................................................................................. 112

SOLJETTM and ECO-SOL INKTM are trademarks of Roland DG Corporation. Other company names and product name are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.

Features of the SJ-745EX/645EX

What Is the SJ-745EX/645EX?

The SJ-745EX/645EX is a large-format printer combining high speed with high print quality . It can be loaded with many different types of media. It also achieves better weatherability through the use of ECO-SOL INK.

Built-in Print Server

This machine has a built-in print server (Roland-PrintServer) as a network interface. When you use the print server, you can send printing data to the machine from anywhere on the network.

Built-in Print Heater

This machine has a built-in print heater to improve ink adhesion and speed up drying. This enhances productivity by enabling support for more types of media.

Includes a Software Raster Image Processor (RIP)

Software RIP, which is included with the machine, lets you use your computer to perform raster image processing for printing data such as PostScript files exported from a program and output the data to the machine.

To Ensure Safe Use

About and Notices

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 media damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Media 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 specific 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 specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The symbol at left means the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

Do not disassemble, repair, or modify .

Doing so may lead to fire or abnormal operation resulting in injury.

Do not use while in an abnormal state (i.e., emitting smoke, burning odor, unusual noise, or the like).

Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock. Immediately switch off first the sub power, then the main power, unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet, and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer or service center.

Do not operate in a location exposed to open flame, sparking, or static electricity, or in a location exposed to high temperatures, such as in the immediate vicinity of a heater. Also, do not place undried media in such locations.

Doing so may result in fire due to combustion of ink or cleaning liquid.

Do not store ink cartridges, cleaning liquid, or discharged ink in locations such as the following.

• Near open flame

• Locations exposed to high temperatures, such as in the immediate vicinity of a heater

• Near bleach, chemicals, explosives, or the like

Doing so may cause fire.

Do not place any potentially flammable object on the platen while the print heater is in operation.

Doing so may cause fire.

Do not spill combustible liquid over the platen.

Doing so may cause fire.

To Ensure Safe Use

Do not use with any electrical power supply that does not meet the ratings displayed on the unit.

Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution.

Ground the unit with the ground wire.

Failure to do so may result in risk of electrical shock in the even of a mechanical problem.

Use only with the power cord included with this product.

Use with other than the included power cord may lead to fire or electrocution.

Do not connect the power cord with other electrical loads on a single electrical outlet.

Doing so may generate heat and cause fire.

Do not use with a damaged power cord or plug, or with a loose electrical outlet.

Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution.

Do not damage or modify the electrical power cord, subject it to excessive bending, twisting, pulling, binding, or pinching, or place any object or weight on it.

Doing so may damage the electrical power cord, leading to fire, electrical shock, or electrocution.

Do not attempt to unplug the powercord plug with wet hands.

Doing so may result in electrical shock or electrocution.

When unplugging the electrical power cord from the power outlet, grasp the plug, not the cord.

Unplugging by pulling the cord may damage it, leading to fire, electrical shock, or electrocution.

Do not allow liquids, metal objects or flammables inside the machine.

Such medias can cause fire.

Ensure adequate ventilation for the work area.

Failure to do so may result in odor, physical distress, or fire.

Do not allow ink or cleaning liquid to come into contact with eyes or skin. Do not drink or deliberately smell ink or cleaning liquid.

Doing so may be hazardous to your health.

If ink or cleaning liquid comes in contact with the eyes, immediately flush with running water for at least 15 minutes. If eye irritation continues, seek treatment by a physician.

If ink or cleaning liquid is accidentally swallowed, do not induce vomiting, and immediately seek treatment by a physician.

If ink or cleaning liquid comes in contact with the skin, immediately wash well with soap and water. If irritation or inflammation occur, seek treatment by a physician.

If the odor of the ink or cleaning liquid causes physical distress, move to a well-ventilated location and rest quietly. If dizziness or nausea persists, seek treatment by a physician.

When storing discharged ink temporarily, place in the included drain bottle or a durable sealed container such as a metal can and polyethylene tank, and cap tightly.

Leakage of discharged ink or its vapor may result in odor, physical distress, or fire.

Store ink cartridges out of the reach of children.

To Ensure Safe Use

Install in a level and stable location.

Failure to do so may result in the unit tipping over, leading to injury.

Unpacking, and installation must be carried out by four or more persons.

Otherwise the machine or the stand may fall, resulting in injury.

Use care to avoid pinching the fingers when placing the unit on the stand.

Doing so may result in injury.

Use the joining screws to secure the unit to the stand.

Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit, leading to injury.

Be sure to install the media guide when loading roll media.

Otherwise the roll may fall and cause injury.

Load roll media at the proper position.

Otherwise the roll may fall, resulting in injury.

Be sure to use the media with a width of 500 mm (19-11/16 in.) or more.

Failure to do so may cause overheating of the print heater, leading to fire.

When the reinforcement pipe is inserted into the paper tube, do not angle the roll media.

The reinforcement pipe may protrude from the roll media and cause injury.

Do not press the [SEL] key.

Doing so may cause malfunction of the print heater, leading to fire.

Before switching on the power, be sure to install the drain bottle.

Otherwise discharged fluid may leak from the machine.

Do not place hands within the space to the front of the unit while in operation.

Doing so may result in injury.

Do not touch the platen when the print heater is operating.

Doing so may cause burns because the platen is hot.

Do not touch the tip of the separating knife with your fingers.

Doing so may result in injury.

Release the caster locks for the stand before attempting to move.

Otherwise the unit may tip over and cause injury.

Do not touch the control panel while head cleaning or other cleaning is in progress.

The print-head carriage may move and cause injury.

When cleaning the unit, be sure to wait approximately 30 minutes or more after switching off the power until the temperature of the platen falls sufficiently.

Doing so may cause burns because the platen is hot.

To Ensure Safe Use

About the Labels Affixed to the Unit

These labels are affixed to the body of this product. The following figure describes the location and content of these messages.

Front

Rear

Do not place hands within the space to the front of the unit while in operation.

Ink and discharged ink are flammable. Keep away from open flame.

Ink and discharged ink are toxic. Avoid contact with the body. Use only in a well-ventilated area.

Ink cartridge

Inside the front cover

Do not touch the platen. It is hot when the print heater is operating.

In addition to the and symbols, the symbols shown below are also used

: Indicates information to prevent machine breakdown or malfunction and ensure correct use.

: Indicates a handy tip or advice regarding use.

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité

Avis sur les avertissements

Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure grave en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.

Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de blessure ou de dommage matériel en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.

* Par dommage matériel, il est entendu dommage ou tout autre effet 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 signifie "danger d'électrocution".

Le symbole avertit l'utilisateur de ce qu'il ne doit pas faire, ce qui est interdit. La chose spécifique à ne pas faire est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche signifie que l'appareil ne doit jamais être démonté.

Le symbole prévient l'utilisateur sur ce qu'il doit faire. La chose spécifique à faire est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche signifie que le fil électrique doit être débranché de la prise.

Ne pas démonter, réparer ni modifier .

Démonter, réparer ou modifier l'appareil risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer un fonctionnement anormal entraînant des blessures.

Ne pas utiliser si l'appareil est dans un état anormal (c'est-à-dire s'il y a émission de fumée, odeur de brûlé, bruit inhabituel etc.).

Le non-respect de cette consigne pourrait provoquer un incendie ou des décharges électriques. Couper immédiatement l'alimentation secondaire et ensuite l'alimentation principale. Débranchez le fil électrique et contacter votre revendeur ou votre centre de service de la société Roland DG autorisé.

Ne pas utiliser près d'une flamme nue, dans un endroit où se produisent des étincelles ou de l'électricité statique, ni dans un endroit où les températures sont élevées, par exemple à proximité d'un appareil de chauffage.

De plus, il ne faut pas placer le support humide dans de tels endroits car la combustion de l'encre ou du liquide nettoyant peut créer un risque d'incendie.

Ne pas entreposer les cartouches d'encre, le liquide nettoyant ou l'encre usée dans les endroits suivants :

• près d'une flamme nue,

• dans des endroits où les températures sont élevées, par exemple à proximité d'un appareil de chauffage,

• près de javellisants, de produits chimiques, d'explosifs ou autres produits semblables.

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité

Ne jamais poser d’objets potentiellement inflammables sur la plaque d’exposition lorsque le chauffage fonctionne.

Cela crée un risque d'incendie.

Ne pas répandre de liquide combustible sur la plaque d’exposition.

Cela crée un risque d'incendie.

Ne pas utiliser avec une source d'alimentation électrique non conforme à la norme indiquée sur l'appareil.

Utiliser l'appareil avec une autre source d'alimentation risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une électrocution.

Mettre l'appareil à la terre avec le fil de mise à la terre.

Ne pas respecter cette consigne peut créer un risque d'électrocution en cas de panne mécanique.

Ne pas débrancher le fil avec des mains mouillées.

Ne pas respecter cette consigne risque de provoquer des décharges électriques ou une électrocution.

Pour débrancher l'appareil, saisir la fiche et non le fil électrique.

Tirer sur le fil peut l'endommager, ce qui risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une décharge électrique ou une électrocution.

Ne pas introduire de liquide, d'objet métallique ou inflammable dans l'appareil.

Ce genre dematériel peut provoquer un incendie.

Utiliser l'appareil uniquement avec le fil électrique fourni.

Utiliser l'appareil avec un autre fil risque de provoquer un incendie ou une électrocution.

Ne pas brancher d'autres appareils dans la même prise que l'appareil.

Ne pas respecter cette consigne risque de causer une surchauffe et de provoquer un incendie.

Ne pas utiliser si le fil ou la fiche électriques sont endommagés; ne pas brancher dans une prise mal fixée.

Négliger de suivre cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie ou decauser une décharge électrique ou une électrocution.

Ne pas endommager ni modifier le fil électrique. Ne pas le plier, le tordre, l'étirer, l'attacher ou le serrer de façon excessive. Ne pas placer d'objet ou de poids sur le fil.

Négliger de suivre cette consigne peut endommager le fil électrique, ce qui risque de provoquer un incendie ou de causer une décharge électrique ou une électrocution.

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité

S'assurer que le lieu de travail est bien aéré.

Sinon, des odeurs fortes peuvent se dégager et il y a risque de malaises physiques ou d'incendie.

Ne pas mettre le liquide nettoyant en contact avec les yeux ou la peau. Ne pas boire ou ni respirer délibérément l'encre ou le liquide nettoyant.

Cela est dangereux pour la santé.

Si de l'encre ou le liquide nettoyant viennent en contact avec les yeux, rincer immédiatement à l'eau courante pendant au moins 15 minutes. Si les yeux sont toujours irrités, consulter un médecin.

Si de l'encre ou du liquide nettoyant sont avalés accidentellement, ne pas provoquer le vomissement, et consulter un médecin immédiatement.

Si de l'encre ou du liquide nettoyant entrent en contact avec la peau, immédiatement laver à fond avec de l'eau et du savon. Si la peau devient irritée ou inflammée, consulter un médecin.

Si l'odeur de l'encre ou du liquide nettoyant cause un malaise physique, amener immédiatement la personne dans un endroit bien aéré et la laisser se reposer. Si l'étourdissement ou les nausées persistent, consulter un médecin.

Pour entreposer temporairement l'encre usée, la placer dans un solide contenant scellé, par exemple un contenant en métal et un réservoir en polyéthylène, et fermer hermétiquement.

Les fuites d'encre usée ou la vapeur qui s'en échappe peuvent causer des odeurs fortes, des malaises physique ou un incendie.

Installer sur une surface stable et de niveau.

Sinon, l'appareil risque de se renverser et de causer des blessures.

Le déballage, l’installation et le déplacement de l’appareil doivent être effectués par quatre personnes ou plus.

Le non-respect de cette consigne pourrait causer des défauts dans l’appareil entraînant des blessures.

Manipuler avec précaution pour éviter de se coincer les doigts lors de l'installation de l'appareil sur le support.

Une négligence à ce niveau pourrait provoquer des blessures.

Utiliser les vis fournies pour bien fixer l'appareil sur le support.

Le non-respect de cette consigne pourrait causer des défauts dans l'appareil entraînant des blessures.

Avant de mettre la machine sous tension, installer la bouteille de vidange, sinon du liquide peut fuir de la machine.

Ne pas mettre les mains dans l'espace du devant quand l'appareil est en marche.

Une négligence à ce niveau pourrait provoquer des blessures.

Ranger les cartouches d'encre hors de portée des enfants.

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité

Ne pas toucher la plaque d’exposition lorsque le chauffage fonctionne.

La plaque étant très chaude, il est possible de se brûler.

Ne pas toucher le bout de la lame séparatrice avec les doigts.

Une négligence à ce niveau pourrait provoquer des blessures.

Ne pas oublier d’installer la barre quand un rouleau est chargé.

Le rouleur peut tomber et causer des blessures.

Le rouleau doit être placé quand la barre est en position adéquate.

Une négligence à ce niveau pourrait provoquer la chute du rouleau et causer des blessures.

Ne pas toucher le panneau de commande pendant le nettoyage des têtes ou d’autres pièces.

Le chariot d’impression peut bouger et causer des blessures.

Avant de nettoyer le bloc de chauffage, attendre au moins 30 minutes après l’extinction du chauffage et de l’alimentation secondaire de l'imprimante pour que la température de la plaque d’exposition soit suffisamment basse.

La plaque étant très chaude, il est possible de se brûler.

Toujours utiliser un support d’au moins 500 mm.

Le chauffage risque sinon de trop chauffer, ce qui peut entraîner un incendie.

Lorsque le tuyau de renforcement est inséré dans le tube de papier, ne pas placer le guide de média à angle.

Le tuyau de renforcement peut dépasser du guide de média et causer des blessures.

Ne pas appuyer sur la touche [SEL].

Ceci peut causer une panne de chauffage et entraîner un incendie.

Débloquer le mécanisme d'arrêt des roulettes du support avant de le déplacer.

Sinon l'appareil pourrait se renverser et provoquer des blessures.

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité

À propos des étiquettes collées sur l'appareil

Ces étiquettes sont collées à l'extérieur de l'appareil. Les dessins suivants indiquent l'endroit et le contenu des messages.

Avant

Arrière

Ne pas mettre les mains dans l'espace devant l'élément quand celui-ci est en marche.

L'encre et l'encre usée sont inflammables. Les garder loin de toute flamme nue.

L'encre et l'encre usée sont toxiques. Éviter tout contact avec le corps. Utiliser uniquement dans un endroit bien aéré.

La cartouche d'encre

Intérieur de le couvercle de l'imprimante

Ne pas toucher la plaque d’exposition lorsque le chauffage fonctionne. La plaque étant très chaude.

Chapter 1: Getting Started

This section describes what to do when you first open the packing carton, including installing the machine and connecting it to a computer.

1-1 Checking Accessories

The following items are packed together with the unit. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.

Power cord : 1 Stay (Right) : 1 Stay (Left) : 1

Casters : 2 Media guide : 1

Washers : 6 Hexagonal wrench : 1 Pipe : 1

Media reinforcement pipe : 1

Media flanges : 2 Flange retaining pins : 2 Drain bottle : 1

Bolts (Large) : 16 Bolts (Small) : 14

Stand leg : 1

Transport bars : 2

Bottle stand : 1

Roland-PrintServer

CD-ROM : 1

Cleaning kit

Cleaning sticks : 10 Tweezers : 1 Wipers : 2

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Software RIP : 1 User’s manual : 1 Replacement blade for

separating knife : 1

Roland PrintServer

Network Settings Guide : 1

SOL INK Cleaning

cartridges : 4

1-2 Part Names

Front View

Rear View

Front cover

Cover

RJ-45 (Ethernet) connectorMain power switch

POWER

Loading lever

Operation panel

Cover

Power connector

Ink cartridge ports

Drain bottle

Chapter 1: Getting Started

1-2 Part Names

Inside the Front Cover

Grit roller

Reflective tape

Pinch roller

Platen (equipped with the print heater)

Knife guide

Print-head carriage

Guide line

Media clamp

Operation Panel (1)

[TEST PRINT] key

[CLEANING] key

[SHEET CUT] key

TEST PRINT

CLEANING

SHEET CUT

[MENU] key

Display

Arrow keys

BUSY

ENTER

[ENTER] key

SET UP

PAUSE

BASE POINT

BUSY LED

SETUP LED [SETUP] key

PAUSE LED

[PAUSE] key

BASE POINT LED [BASE POINT] key

POWER LED

[POWER] key

Chapter 1: Getting Started

Operation Panel (2)

The print heater operates only when both the print-heater power switch and the sub power are switched on.

1-2 Part Names

Temperature display panel

[C1] Indicator

This indicator lights when the print heater is operating. It goes dark when the temperature reaches the preset temperature and the print heater stops operating.

This indicator lights when the print heater is switched on.

[SEL] Key

Do not press the [SEL] key.

Doing so may cause malfunction of the print heater, leading to fire or electrical shock.

Print-heater power switch

Indicators other than [C1] do not light.

PV (actual temperature)

This shows the current temperature of the print heater. It displays error messages in the event of a problem in the print heater.

SV (preset temperature)

This shows the preset temperature of the print heater. The numerals flash when only the power switch for the print heater is switched on. The numerals remain steadily lit when the print-heater power switch and the sub power are both switched on.

] Key

[

Pressing this key one time increases the preset temperature by 1 ºC.

[

] Key

Pressing this key one time lowers the preset temperature by 1 ºC.

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Doing so may result in fire due to combustion of ink or cleaning liquid.

Ensure adequate ventilation for the work area.

Failure to do so may result in odor, physical distress, or fire.

Unpacking, and installation must be carried out by four or more persons.

Otherwise the machine or the stand may fall, resulting in injury.

Install in a level and stable location.

Otherwise the unit may tip over and cause injury.

Use care to avoid pinching the fingers when placing the unit on the stand.

Doing so may result in injury.

Use the joining bolts to secure the unit to the stand.

Failure to do so may result in falling of the unit, leading to injury.

Never install the unit in any of the following situations, as it could result in breakdown or faulty operation:

• Places with excessive electrical noise.

• Places with excessive humidity or dust.

• Places with poor ventilation, because this machine generates considerable heat during operation.

• Places with excessive vibration.

• Places exposed to strong illumination or direct sunlight. Never stand on the stand legs. Doing so may damage them. Do not place objects on the unit, as doing so may result in breakdown.

Installation Environment

The required installation spaces for this model is below.

SJ-745EX : 4200 (W) x 2000 (D) x 1800 (H) mm (165-3/8 (W) x 78-3/4 (D) x 70-7/8 (H) in.) SJ-645EX : 4000 (W) x 2000 (D) x 1800 (H) mm (157-1/2 (W) x 78-3/4 (D) x 70-7/8 (H) in.)

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Step 1: Assemble the Stand

Tighten the bolts securely. Loose bolts may cause the stand to wobble.

First assemble the stand, then mount the machine on top of the stand.

Invert the stand legs as shown in the figure. While supporting the stand legs with your hand, attach the

left- and right-hand casters.

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Hexagonal wrench

Long

Bolts (Large)

4 pcs.

Set the stand upright so that the casters are at the bottom, and place the machine on the stand.

The front and rear of the stand are as shown in the figure.

Short

Pipe

4 pcs.

Front

Line up the frame at the back of the machine with the fixtures on the stand.

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Use the included large bolts to secure the machine to the stand.

Three places each on the left and right.

Washers

Bolts (Large)

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Step 2: Install the Included Items

Orient the media flange so that it's lined up with the core diameter of the loaded roll media.

Attach the stays onto the back of the machine at the locations shown in the figure.

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Bolts (small)

Left-hand side of the back of the unit

Stay (Right)

Place the media guide on the stays and secure it in place using the included small bolts.

Orientation of the media guide

Rear

Media guide

Bolts (Small)

Long

Right-hand side of the back of the unit

Stay (Left)

Front

Short

Pass the media flanges onto the retainers and secure in place with the flange retaining pins.

Left-hand side of the back of the unit

Media flanges

Line up the ridges and grooves.

Flange retaining pins

Right-hand side of the back of the unit

Retainer

2 in.

3 in.

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Leave the drain bottle attached at all times, removing it only when moving the machine or disposing of collected ink.

When you remove the stopper from the drain tube, discharged fluid used in shipping inspection may be released from inside the tube. Exercise caution.

Step 3: Install the Drain Bottle

Use the included large bolts to secure the bottle stand in place.

Bottle stand

Large bolts

Remove the stopper from the drain tube.

Drain tube

Insert the drain tube securely into the bottle stand.

Stopper

Peel off the tape.

Drain tube

Bottle stand

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Remove BOTH the lid and the inner cover from the drain bottle.

For more information about how to dispose of discharged ink.

☞ "5-5 Disposing of Discharged Ink"

Attach the drain bottle to the back of the machine.

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Drain bottle

When the level of collected fluid is in this range, detach the drain bottle and dispose of the discharged ink.

Bottle stand

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If the screw for the retainer is difficult to loosen, use a screwdriver to remove it.

Step 4: Remove the Protective Media

The protective media shown below is attached to this machine when it is shipped from the factory. When you have finished installing the machine, remove all protective media.

Front

5) Peel off the tape.

Packing Packing

1) Remove these packings.

2) Peel off the tape.

3) Peel off the tapes, and remove the packings.

4) Peel off the tape, and remove the packing. (Pull straight back toward you to extract.)

7) Remove the retainer (2).6) Remove the retainer (1).

Rear

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Retainer (2)

8) Attach the retainers you removed in step 6) and 7).

Retainer (1)

1-4 Connecting the Cables

Use only with a power supply of the same rating as indicated on the unit.

Use with any other power supply may lead to fire or electrocution.

Ground the unit with the ground wire.

Failure to do so may result in risk of electrical shock in the even of a mechanical problem.

Use only with the power cord included with this product.

Use with other than the included power cord may lead to fire or electrocution.

Do not connect the power cord with other electrical loads on a single electrical outlet.

Doing so may generate heat and cause fire.

Be sure to use an electrical outlet for the power supply. Also, do not connect multiple electrical loads on a single electrical outlet. Low or unstable voltage may result in inadequate print heater performance. If the temperature of the print heater fails to rise adequately even when used correctly, check the voltage of the power supply.

Securely connect the power cord, computer I/O cable and so on so that they will not be unplugged and cause failure during operation. Doing so may lead to faulty operation or breakdown.

Before connecting the cable, make sure the computer’s power and the main power switch of the unit are switched off. Arrange the power cord and interface connection cable to prevent tripping when moving around the unit.

Connecting the Power Cord

Rear

Power Connector

Power outlet

Power connector

Power cord

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1-4 Connecting the Cables

Do not connect a telephone cable to the RJ-45 (Ethernet) connector.

Connecting to the Computer

RJ-45 (Ethernet) connector

Network cable (category 5)

Ethernet (10Base-T or 100 Base-TX)

Various settings are required when using this machine in a network environment. For more information, see the "RolandPrintServer Network Settings Guide".

* Cables are available separately . One which you are sure matches the model of computer being used should be selected.

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Securing the Cable

Pass the cable through the established location, making sure that it does not touch the loaded media. If the cable touches the media during printing, media feed may be obstructed, resulting in poor printing accuracy.

1-4 Connecting the Cables

Pass the cable through here.

Rear

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If an ink cartridge is dropped, the shock due to the fall may damage the ink cartridge and make it unusable. When installing and removing an ink cartridge, do not rush. Detach the cartridge gently. Sudden movement when detaching

may cause ink to be spilled. Use only ECO-SOL INK. Do not insert any other type of ink cartridge.

Store ink cartridges out of the reach of children.

If ink or cleaning liquid comes in contact with the eyes, immediately flush with running water for at least 15 minutes.

Install Ink Cartridges

Confirming the Ink-insertion Sites

Cyan/ Magenta/

Black Cyan Magenta Light cyan Light magenta Yellow

234

LC CY

78910 12

LM MG

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For more information about how to dispose of discharged ink, see "5-5 Disposing of Discharged Ink."

Filling Ink

Make the setting for the ink type to install. You can make the setting for the ink type when you switch on the power for the first time, or when you switch on the power after removing ink. Installing ink cartridges for the first time after purchase requires four unused SOL INK cleaning cartridges. This is also the case when you are draining ink in preparation for transport, then reinstalling the ink cartridges.

Switch on the main power on the back of the

machine. Press the [POWER] key on the operation panel.

Select the ink type and press the [ENTER] key .

ECO-SOL CMYKMC = Four colors (cyan/magenta/yellow/black) ECO-SOL LcLm =Six colors (cyan/magenta/yellow/black/light cyan/light magenta)

Follow the messages to make sure the drain

bottle is installed at the back of the machine.

Insert cleaning cartridges into the ink-cartridge

ports shown by flashing on the display. Cleaning starts. The cartridges are inserted and

removed while the operation is in progress. Follow the messages on the display to carry out the procedure.

Cleaning may take some time.

When cleaning ends, the following message

appears. Follow the instructions given in the message to remove the cleaning cartridges.

Empty the drain bottle and press the [ENTER]

key.

SELECT INK TYPE ECO-SOL LcLm

INSTALL

DRAIN BOTTLE

SET SOL CL - LIQUID 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

REMOVE SOL CL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

EMPTY

DRAIN BOTTLE

Before you insert the ink cartridges for each

color, gently shake the cartridges.

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Firmly insert the ECO-SOL INK cartridges for

each of the colors as far as they will go.

Ink filling starts. When this screen appears, filling ink is finished.

SETUP SHEET

SET SOL CRT. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

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Chapter 2: Basic Operation

This describes the sequence of basic operations from switching on the power to performing printing.

Points to Keep in Mind When Switching the Power On and Off

Do not switch off the main power while the sub power is switched on. The print heads may be left uncapped (that is, the printhead carriage may remain over the platen). If the machine is allow to stand to with the print heads uncapped for a prolonged period, the print heads may become irreversibly clogged. Before switching off the main power, be sure to hold down the [POWER] key for one second or longer to switch off the sub power.

If the print-head carriage stops while over the platen, press the [POWER] key to reset the power. The print-head carriage moves and the print heads are capped. If the print-head carriage does not move even when you reset the power using the [POWER] key, refer to "7-1 What to Do If" and see "What to Do When the Print-head Carriage Does Not Move."

2-1 Switching the Power On and Off

Switching On the Power

Leave the main power switch turned on, and use the [POWER] key to switch the power on and off in day-today use.

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2-1 Switching the Power On and Off

Leave the pinch rollers raised when not in use. Deformation may occur if left lowered for a prolonged period.

Switching Off the Power at the End of the Day

Press and hold down the [POWER] key for one second or longer to switch off the sub power.

The POWER LED goes out

Raise

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2-2 Loading Media

Be sure to install the media guide when loading roll media.

Otherwise the roll may fall and cause injury.

Load roll media at the proper position.

Otherwise the roll may fall, resulting in injury.

When the reinforcement pipe is inserted into the paper tube, do not angle the roll media.

The reinforcement pipe may protrude from the roll media and cause injury.

Do not touch the rail or the inner side of the left and right cover. Touching the area shown may cause the fingers to be soiled by grease or ink, and may result in diminished image quality.

Rail portion

Do not put hands inside

Loading Roll Media

Open the front cover.

Line up with the core diameter of the loaded roll media and refit the left- and right-hand media flanges.

1) 2)

Flange retaining pin

3) 4)

Media flange

Line up the ridges and grooves.

Media flange

2 in.

3 in.

Fit the hole on the left side of the roll media all the way onto the left-hand media flange.

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When roll media sag severely, use the reinforcement pipe inserted into the roll media. After use, remove the reinforcement pipe from

the paper tube.

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Fit the right-hand media flange all the way into the hole on the right-hand side of the roll media, and

tighten the retainer screw to secure in place.

Roll media Media flange

(right)

Move the media clamps to the two ends of the

platen.

Media flange

2 in. Reinforcement pipe

Media clamp Media clamp

3 in.

Roll media

Pass the end of the media from the back of the

machine to the front. Pull out the media until the sensor is hidden

from view.

Front

Media

Sensor

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2-2 Loading Media

Grasp the center of the end of the media at the

front of the machine, and slowly pull the media out straight to the position shown in the figure.

Slowly turn the media flanges at the back of the machine to pull back the media to the position shown

in the figure.

When you roll back the media until the sensor comes into view, a tight seal is formed between the media and the platen, and the media is stretched taut.

Entire media stretched taut

With the media pulled out from the roll stretched taut with no slack, move the loading lever toward LOAD.

The pinch rollers lower to hold the media in place.

Close the front cover, and press the [SETUP] key. This detects the width of the media and displays the printable width.

Sensor

Pull back the media here.

The SETUP LED lights up

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2-2 Loading Media

When the machine will remain unused for an extended period, remove roll media from the machine and store it. If roll media is left mounted on the machine for an extended period, these entire roll may warp, resulting in poor printed image quality or motor errors.

When transparent media is loaded, it is necessary to set [SHEET TYPE] to [CLEAR]. For more information, see "4-5 Using Transparent Media."

When changing to a different type of media, it may be necessary to perform feed correction or bidirectional correction. For more information, see "4-6 Making Corrections for Printing."

For information about the conditions of media that can be used and loadable media widths, see "8-1 Media Conditions."

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2-2 Loading Media

Be sure to line up the right-hand edge of the media with the guide line. If the media is not positioned correctly when you press the [SETUP] key, the message "SHEET SET ERROR SET AGAIN" appears on the display.

Loading Sheet Media

Before attempting to load sheet media, check the following points.

Front View

Line up the right edge of the media with the guide line, and align the front edge with the location shown in the figure. If the front edge of the media is cut at an angle, load the media so that its edge is lined up straight with the guide line.

Guide line

Media Align here.

Rear View

Remove the left-hand media flange at the back of the unit. Move the right-hand media flange at the back of the unit to a position where it does not touch the loaded media. Drape the pulled-out media at the back between the machine and the media guide.

Media flange Media flange

Media

Media guide

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When the height of the print head has been adjusted, it is necessary to perform bidirectional correction. For more information about bidirectional correction, refer to "4-6 Making Corrections for Printing" and see "Bidirectional Correction."

For more information about the thicknesses of media that you can load, see "8-1 Media Conditions."

Move the lever until it stops. If it is not at position 1, position 2 or position 3, bidirectional printing may be misaligned.

When Loading Thick Media

Media that is thick or that warps easily may lead to problems with media feed or jamming. When you are using such media, adjust the height of the print heads.

Adjusting the Head Height

The head height is setting at position 2 (middle) when shipped from the factory.

Open the front cover.

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to display the screen shown in the figure.

Press the [ ] key to display the screen shown

in the figure.

When the screen shown in the figure appears, the carriage simultaneously moves to the left.

Move the lever to adjust the height of the head.

When you move the lever, the machine beeps and the screen display changes.

• Position 1 (low): One beep

• Position 2 (middle): Two beeps

• Position 3 (high): Three beeps

HEAD HEIGHT HIGH MIDDLE

Present setting displayed

3 (high) : When media that is thick or prone to warping is loaded

MENU HEAD HEIGHT

Setting after changed displayed

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2 (middle) : Standard

Close the front cover.

The print-head carriage return to the standby position.

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1 (low) : Suitable for high image quality

2-2 Loading Media

When you cut off media while using the 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.

As printing proceeds, the media may move to the left 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.

The media clamps are designed to press down on a space 10 mm (7/16 in.) inward from either edge of the media. Do not perform printing within these areas.

Set the media clamps at the correct locations. If they are not set at the correct locations, the media may catch or cause other problems.

The following media cannot be used even when secured in place by the media clamps.

• Media whose warping is not corrected by securing it in place

• Media that deforms the media clamps when it is secured in place

• Media that is prone to warping and that has a thickness of 0.7 to 1 mm (0.027 to 0.039 in.)

• Media with a strong tendency to curl Attempting to force such media to be loaded may result in malfunction.

Do not use the media clamps when performing printing with the height of the print heads set at position 1. The media clamps may scrape the print heads.

When Loading Media That W arps Easily

When you are loading media whose left and right edges are prone to warping, use the media clamps. The media clamps can be used to secure media that is up to 0.7 mm (0.027 in.) or so in thickness.

Securing in Place Using the Media Clamps

Position the print heads at 2 (middle) or 3 (high).

With your finger, lightly press down on each

media clamp at the location shown in the figure to move it and make it grip the media.

Line up the holes in the media clamps with the

left and right edges of the media.

Media clamp

Media

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Depending on the composition of the media, cutoff may not be possible.

Depending on the composition of the media may remain on the platen after cutoff. If this happens, remove it by hand.

When you're performing cutoff, do not use the [

] key 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.

Separating the Media

Make sure the [SETUP] LED lights up. To cut off a printed portion from the roll, hold down the [SHEET CUT] key for at least one second. The piece is cut off at the present location of the printing-start line. This step is not necessary when cutoff is performed automatically by sending a media-cutoff command from the computer.

Knife guide

The media is cut off here.

Removing the Media

Refer to the previous section, "Separating the

Media," and cut off the media.

When the SETUP LED is lighted, hold down

the [SETUP] key for at least one second.

Move the loading lever toward the back of the

unit.

The pinch rollers rise to release the media.

Remove the media.

Printing-start linePrinted portion

The SETUP LED goes out

Loading lever

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Do not open the front cover. Opening the front cover while printing is in progress causes an emergency stop. This means that printing may not be carried out correctly even if operation is resumed, due to drop-out or misalignment of the image.

During printing, do not touch the portion of 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.

The print heads may be left uncapped (that is, the print-head carriage may remain over the platen). If the machine is allow to stand to with the print heads uncapped for a prolonged period, the print heads may become irreversibly clogged. Also, if the print-head carriage stops while over the platen, press the [POWER] key to reset the power. The print-head carriage moves and the print heads are capped. If the print-head carriage does not move even when you reset the power using the [POWER] key, refer to "7-1 What to Do If" and see "What to Do When the Print-head Carriage Does Not Move."

How to Load Media

For information on how to load media, refer to "2-2 Loading Media."

The [SETUP] Key

Pressing this for one second or longer clears the media setup. If another menu screen is displayed, the media setup is not cleared simply by pressing the [SETUP] key.

To Perform Printing

Before performing a printing test or starting printing, make sure the following two points have been carried out.

• Media is loaded and the front cover is closed.

• The SETUP LED is illuminated.

Pressing the [SETUP] key detects the width of the media and displays the printable width.

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Conditions for starting printing

• The media must be already set up (with the SETUP LED lighted).

• The display must show the top menu.

Performing a Printing Test

Before starting to print, carry out a printing test to check the state of the head. Problems such as missing dots may reduce the printing quality. If the test results show a problem, carry out head cleaning to restore the head to its normal state.

Press and hold the [TEST PRINT] key for at

least one second to carry out a printing test.

The test pattern is printed.

If dot drop-out is present, clean the heads.

For more information about head cleaning, see "5-1 Cleaning the Print heads."

2-3 Printing

Missing dots

Downloading Printing Data

Printing is started when data is sent.

If the top menu isn't displayed, printing doesn't start even when data is sent from the computer . If another menu screen is displayed, press the [SETUP] key, and display the top menu.

op menu

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Chapter 3: Using the Print Heater

This section describes how to print while using the print heater and the like.

Power Source for the Print Heater

The print heater is connected to the sub power for the printer. The print heater operates only when both the power switch and the sub power are switched on.

When the temperature display panel shows characters other than numerical figures, such as UUUU or LLLL, immediately switch off the print heater and contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer or service center.

When you're not using the print heater, switch off the power to it.

3-1 Switching the Print Heater On and Off

The preset temperature for the print heater is saved in memory even when the power is switched off.

Switching On the Print Heater

Switch on the power switch for the print heater.

After the temperature display panel flashes for a short interval, both [SV] and [PV] light up and indicate their values.

The [C1] indicator lights up.

The print heater starts operating.

Switching Off the Print Heater

Switch off the power switch for the print heater.

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3-2 Loading Media

About the Ambient Temperature During Print Heater Use

To ensure stable printing quality, we recommend use in an environment where the ambient temperature is 20˚C (68˚F) or higher. At low temperatures, warm-up may take a long time, or the temperature may fail to reach the preset value, or large differences in temperature may occur. Inadequate temperature may result in coarse printing. If the media fails to warm up sufficiently, try setting the print heater to a higher temperature. If this fails to resolve the problem, raise the temperature of the room.

Points to Observe When Loading Media

Check and observe the following points when loading media.

Use Media With a Width of about 1 m (40 in.) or More

We recommend using media having a width of about 1 m (40 in.) or more. Media of narrower width may take a long time to heat, or may fail to reach the preset temperature. Also, in no event should media having a width of 50 cm (19-11/16 in.) or less be used. Doing so may lead to danger of overheating.

Before Loading Media, Allow the Platen to Cool Down to 30˚C (86˚F) or Lower

Before loading media, switch off the print heater or set the preset temperature to 30˚C and allow the print heater to cool down. Loading media when the print heater is 30˚C (86˚F) or more may cause the media to wrinkle or warp due to the sudden rise in temperature.

When Printing, Use the Media Clamps

Set the height of the print heads to either "Middle" or "High," then engage the media clamps. Depending on the media, the edges of the media may warp due to heat or the media may strike the print heads, causing jams or malfunction.

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3-3 Printing

The recommended ambient temperature for ensuring acceptable quality when performing printing is 20 to 32˚C (68 to 89.6˚F). When the ambient temperature is less than 20˚C, the media doesn't heat up enough to ensure acceptable quality . In such cases, set the preset temperature to higher value.

The setting range of preset temperature is 30 to 50˚C (86 to 122˚F). Performing printing as soon as the temperature reaches 40˚C may result in coarse printing because the media is not warm

enough. When the print heater reaches the preset temperature, the [C1] indicator goes dark and the print heater stops operating. The print

heater is switched on and off automatically to maintain the preset temperature. Meanwhile the [C1] indicator lights up and goes dark to indicate the status of the print heater.

Printing

Before performing printing, set the preset temperature to 40˚C (104˚F) and wait until media becomes sufficiently warm.

After loading media, set [SV] to 40˚C.

It may take from few minutes to approximately 30 minutes to reach the preset temperature, depending on the ambient temperature.

T o heat the media sufficiently, wait for five minutes after mak-

ing sure that the [PV] reaches 40˚C. Then perform printing.

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Chapter 4: A W ide V ariety of Operations

This section describes a wide variety of operations and functions, grouped by task.

4-1 Replacing the Ink Cartridges

• Do not use anything other ECO-SOL INK cartridge. Do not attempt to refill and reuse an empty ink cartridge.

• Do not attempt to disassemble an ink cartridge.

• If an ink cartridge is dropped, the shock due to the fall may damage the ink cartridge and make it unusable.

• Store ink cartridges unopened at a temperature of -20°C (-4°F) to 40°C (104°F) in a well-ventilated location.

• Do not remove any ink cartridges except when shipping the machine.

• Do not allow a removed ink cartridge to sit out for any length of time. Doing so may result in clogging of the heads.

• If ink runs out, replace immediately with an ink cartridge designed especially for the machine.

• Do not attempt to refill and reuse an empty ink cartridge. If an ink cartridge is removed, replace it immediately with a new one.

• When removing an ink cartridge, do not rush. Detach the cartridge gently . Sudden movement when detaching may cause ink to be spilled.

• Once an ink cartridge has been installed, do not remove it until the ink has been used up. Frequent insertion and removal may allow air to enter the ink tube and result in a drop in printing quality due to dot drop-out or the like.

Care and Handling of Ink Cartridges

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Replacing with New Ink Cartridges

Be sure to use genuine ECO-SOL INK cartridges from Roland DG Corp. Installing other types of ink may result in breakdown or faulty operation.

Removing or inserting an ink cartridge while operation is in progress may cause air to get inside the cartridge, resulting in poor image quality.

Replacing an Ink Cartridge

Before you attempt to replace an ink cartridge, check the following two points.

• The machine is switched on.

• Operation is stopped or paused.

Remove the ink cartridge from the ink-cartridge

port.

4-1 Replacing the Ink Cartridges

Gently shake the new cartridge.

Insert new ink cartridge.

Ink cartridge ports

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4-1 Replacing the Ink Cartridges

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The behavior that occurs when it becomes necessary to replace ink while printing is in progress differs according to whether the selection for [EMPTY MODE] under [INK CONTROL] is set to [CONT.] or to [STOP]. (The default setting is [STOP].)

When Set to [STOP] (Pause)

[STOP] causes operation to pause immediately when ink needs to be replaced. Printing is resumed by replacing the cartridge. Note, however, that the colors of an image in progress may no longer match perfectly. When performing long printing, replace with sufficient ink cartridge to print.

When Set to [CONT.] (Continue Printing)

Select this when ink cannot be replaced immediately while printing in progress, such as during unattended operation at night. When the machine is set to [CONT.], an alarm sounds approximately 1 m2 before ink runs out, but printing continues without pausing. Because printing continues with only a small amount or remaining ink, the printed ink may be faint. As a general guide, about 1 m

of printing is possible with the remaining ink, but the amount of ink used varies greatly depending on the image. Printing can be continued only for the data for which printing is currently in progress. The machine stops when it finishes outputting one image.

If Ink Runs Out During Printing

If ink runs out during printing, a warning beep sounds and the screen shown in the figure appears. Replace the ink cartridge. Ignoring the message and continuing printing without replacing the ink may adversely affect image quality, resulting in faintness or other problems.

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The "_" for the ink that has run out flashes. The number indicates the number of the ink cartridge.

The flashed number indicate the ink cartridges at the locations shown in the figure.

Replacing Ink (When Set to the [STOP] Mode)

Pull out the ink cartridge indicated by the flashing number on the display.

Gently shake the new cartridge.

Insert new ink cartridge.

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4-2 Checking the Remaining Ink Level

In situations such as the following, the installed ink cartridge is taken to be an unused cartridge and the default amount of remaining ink is displayed, which does not match the actual amount of ink remaining.

• When an ink cartridge is removed and reinstalled while printing is in progress

• When a partly used ink cartridge is installed

You can use [INK REMAINING] on the menu to check how much ink is left after the ink cartridges have been installed. Use this information as a guide for replacing the ink cartridges.

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

You can check the amount of remaining ink for ink cartridges 1 through 8.

MENU INK REMAINING

Continuing by pressing the [ ] key lets you

check the amount of remaining ink for ink cartridges 9 through 12.

1■■ 2■■ 34■ 5■■ 6■■7■■ 8■ 

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9■■10■■1112■

The fewer the markers, the less is the amount of ink left.

Little

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4-3 Setting the Location Where Printing Starts

When using [BASE POINT] key to change the print-start location, check the size of the data to print before you set the start position.

Setting the Start Location

Set the location where printing starts at the desired place.

[ ], [ ], [ ], and [ ] keys and the [BASE POINT] key to set the start points (origin points) for the feed direction (the direction of forward and backward movement) and the scan direction (the direction of movement of the print-head carriage).

Margin (setting on the computer)

Printing area

Feed-direction start location

Feed-direction

Next printing

* Returning the start point in the left-

right direction to its original location

Start point (origin point)

Scan-direction start location

Scan-direction

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4-3 Setting the Location Where Printing Starts

For roll media, when the media has been returned toward the back of the unit with the [ ] key, manually roll the media back onto the roll so that all of the media at the back of the unit is stretched taut.

Whenever possible, avoid using the [ ] key to pull back the media. Otherwise the following may occur.

• The pinch rollers may pass over the printed surface and smudge the ink.

• The grit rollers may leave tracks on the media, reducing printing accuracy.

• Printing may sag.

Specifying a Location in the Feed Direction

Use the [ ] [ ] keys to move the media to the location where you want to start printing. In the figure, the next printing operation starts from the location shown.

Knife guide

The next printing operation starts here.

Front edge of the media

Print-start line

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4-3 Setting the Location Where Printing Starts

If the print-head carriage moves away from the standby position when not printing, problems such as drying-out of the print heads or dot drop-out during printing may occur. For this reason, about 60 seconds after pressing the [

] key to move the print-head carriage, the print-head carriage returns to the standby position. Also, the print-head carriage returns to the standby position when about 30 seconds passes during this interval after the [

] and [ ] key is released. If the setting could not be made in within the time limit, then do the setting over again from the beginning.

Canceling the Setting

A position set using [BASE POINT] key is canceled in situations like the following.

• When one page was printed

• When media setup is canceled by pressing the [SETUP] key

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Top menu

Specifying a Location in the Scan Direction

Press the [ ] key to move the print-head car-

riage to the present starting location for printing in the scan direction.

Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to move the marker

to the new print-start position.

The printable width appears on the display.

Starting location for printing in the scan direction

Right-hand edge of the media

Marker

Press the [BASE POINT] key.

Press the [ENTER] key.

The print-head carriage moves to the standby position.

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The BASE POINT LED lights up

4-4 Setting the Margins

When a media-cutoff command is sent from the computer during continuous output, the value for the margin between the first printing and the next printing differs. For more information about margins, see "8-3 The Media-cutoff Location During Continuous Printing."

Setting the Margins in the Feed Direction

Y ou can set the mar gins in the feed direction using the software RIP (raster image processor). For information about how to make the settings for the margins, refer to the documentation for the RIP you're using.

Printing area for the next printing operation

Next Printing

Setting made using the software RIP

First Printing

Margin

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4-4 Setting the Margins

After setting the printing area, pressing the [SETUP] key to cancel the setup for the media (making the SETUP LED go out) cancels the printing area that has been set.

Using [PRINT AREA] to set the printing area when the starting location in the scan direction has been specified with the [BASE POINT] key, the setting made with the [BASE POINT] key is canceled.

] key is released. If the setting could not be made in within the time limit, then do the setting over again from the

beginning.

When the printing area is set to the full width of the media, fluctuations in media-width detection or slight crookedness of the media may result in printing outside the media, causing soiling of the platen. If this happens, then do not specify a printing area. Instead, use the default printing area in effect when the media is set up.

When the media clamps are used, then do not specify a printing area. Instead, use the default printing area in effect when the media is set up. The media clamps hold down a 10 mm (7/16 in.) edge on either side of the media. When the media clamps are

Setting the Margins in the Scan Direction

Set the left and right margins for the printing area. Y ou can set the scan-direction (left and right) margins only at the time of media setup.

Printing area

Left margin

Margin set by

[PRINT AREA LEFT EDGE]

Right margin

Margin set by

[PRINT AREA RIGHT EDGE]

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Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

MENU PRINT AREA

to display the screen shown in the figure.

4-4 Setting the Margins

Press the [ ] key to display the screen shown

in the figure.

Press the [ ] key to display the screen shown

in the figure.

When you do this, the print-head carriage moves to the right edge of the printing area.

Right-hand edge of the printing area

Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to move the marker

at the right edge of the print-head carriage to the location that you want to make the right edge of the printing area. Press the [ENTER] key to lock in the setting the right-hand edge with an audible beep.

Press the [ ] key to display the screen shown

in the figure.

Right-hand edge of the media

PRINT AREA RIGHT EDGE

RIGHT EDGE SET

Marker

PRINT AREA LEFT EDGE

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

When you do this, the print-head carriage moves to the left edge of the printing area.

Left-hand edge of the media

Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to move the marker

at the right edge of the print-head carriage to the location you want to make the left edge of the printing area. Press the [ENTER] key to lock in the setting the left-hand edge with an audible beep.

Press the [ ] key to display the screen shown

in the figure.

When you do this, the print-head carriage returns to the standby position.

Left-hand edge of the printing area

LEFT EDGE SET

Marker

MENU PRINT AREA

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4-5 Using Transparent Media

SHEET TYPE OPAQUE CLEAR

When [SHEET TYPE] is set to [CLEAR], the media width is not detected during media setup. This means it is necessary to specify a printing area that matches the actual width of the media. When only set to [CLEAR], the printable width is set to the maximum. For more information about printing area, see "8-2 Printing Area."

When [SHEET TYPE] is set to [CLEAR], the machine cannot detect when media runs out. In such cases, printing operation does not stop when the media runs out, and there is a chance that the platen may become soiled by ink or that ink may get inside and damage the machine. If the media while printing is in progress, immediately press the [PAUSE] key to quit printing.

If the media loaded on the unit is transparent, then at the [SHEET TYPE] menu, select [CLEAR].

[SHEET TYPE] Selection Procedure

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Use the [ ] and [ ] key to select [CLEAR],

then press the [ENTER] key.

Specify a printing area for the left-right direc-

tion (the direction of print-head carriage movement) that matches the width of the media.

For more information, refer to "4-4 Setting the Margins" and see "Setting the Margins in the Scan Direction."

MENU SHEET TYPE

SHEET TYPE OPAQUE OPAQUE

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4-6 Making Corrections for Printing

When correcting the amount of feed, set the same conditions for the type of media used and the configuration of the media (roll media or sheet media) as when actually performing printing.

When performing test printing for feed correction, load the media correctly (see "2-2 Loading Media"). If the media is not loaded correctly, an accurate correction value may not be output.

When you can set the error for the amount of feed for the grit rollers on the computer, the computer's setting takes priority. To make the machine's setting take priority, turn off the computer's setting.

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PRINTING ADJ. TEST PRINT

Feed Correction

This corrects for errors in the amount of feed of the grit rollers due the type of media. Be sure to make this setting when you have replaced the media with a different type. Correcting the amount of feed improves the dot-positioning accuracy in the feed direction, which can help enhance image quality.

Feed Correction

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ENTER] key to start printing a test

pattern.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Correct

MENU CALIBRATION

Overlapping areasGaps

PRINTING ADJ. SETTING

SETTING

-0.10% -0.10%

Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to set the value,

then press the [ENTER] key. Perform correction to ensure uniform dot spac-

ing: If there are gaps in the test pattern, reduce the value. If there are overlapping areas in the test pattern, increase the value.

SETTING

-0.10% +0.20%

2.00% to +2.00% In steps of 0.05%)

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4-6 Making Corrections for Printing

Bidirectional correction is enabled only when performing bidirectional printing.

Bidirectional Correction

This adjusts for misalignment that occurs during bidirectional printing. Perform adjustment for bidirectional correction in situations such as the following.

• When media is replaced with a different type

• When the head height has been adjusted

• When using in a location subject to large changes in temperature

Setting Adjustment Value

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the dis-

MENU ADJUST BI-DIR

play. Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ENTER] key to start printing a test

pattern.

After the printing test has finished, the media is fed to a position that lets you to view the test pattern.

Check the test pattern and choose adjustment

value (a value with no displacement).

+9+8+7+6+5+4+3

Adjustment value (The value with no displacement)

H6 H5

H4 H3

-30

O.4

H6 H5

H4 H3

-30

O.3

H6 H5

H4 H3

-30

O.2

H6 H5

H4 H3

-30

O.1

-29

ADJUST BI-DIR TEST PRINT

-3

-2

-1

-3

-2

-1

-3

-2

-1

-3

-2

-1

+9+8+7+6+5+4+3+2+10

+10+9+8+7+6+5+4+3+2+10

+9+8+7+6+5+4+3+2+10

Check the adjustment value, then press the

[ENTER] key.

The media returns to its position when the printing test ended.

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4-6 Making Corrections for Printing

It may be a good idea to keep notes of the memory numbers and the kind of media whose adjustment value is saved in each number.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Use the [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] keys to set

the value you checked in step 4, then press the [ENTER] key.

In case of [SETTING NO.1], enter H1=71/2, H2=8, H3=7, H4=8, H5=6, and H6=7.

Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to Choose “Setting

No.2”. [SETTING NO. 2] appears. In the same way as in step 6 and step 8, enter the value you checked in step 4, then press the [ENTER] key.

Enter values in the same way for [SETTING NO. 3] and [SETTING NO. 4].

ADJUST BI-DIR SETTING NO.1

You can select from SETTING NO. 1 through SETTING NO. 4.

H1 H2 H3

0 0 0

H1 H2 H3 71/2  8  7

ADJUST BI-DIR SETTING NO.2

H4 H5 H6 8 6 7

-30 to +10 (In steps of 1/

Saving and Loading a Bidirectional-correction Value

You can take adjustment values for bidirectional correction that you've set and save them in memory. You can save up to eight types. Saving different adjustment values for different types of media lets you load the adjustment value simply and easily when you change the media type.

Saving an Adjustment Value

Follow the steps in the previous section, "Setting Adjustment Value," to enter adjustment values.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to display the screen shown

in the figure. Choose a number to save to from among [PRESETTING 1] through [PRESETTING 8], then press the [ENTER] key.

The adjustment values are saved in the memory number you selected.

ADJUST BI-DIR SAVE PRESETTING

SAVE

PRESETTING 1

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LOAD PRESETTING 1

This operation deletes adjustment values that are not saved in memory. If there are adjustment values that you want to keep, save them in memory first.

4-6 Making Corrections for Printing

Loading an Adjustment Value

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to display the screen shown

in the figure. Choose the memory number to load, then press

the [ENTER] key.

The selected adjustment value is loaded.

MENU ADJUST BI-DIR

ADJUST BI-DIR TEST PRINT

ADJUST BI-DIR LOAD PRESETTING

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4-7 Stopping Printing Operations

Stopping Printing Operations

Stopping Printing

Press the [PAUSE] key.

Halt transmission of printing instructions from

the computer.

Hold down the [SETUP] key for one second or

longer. Any remaining data is cleared.

Pausing Printing Operations

Press the [PAUSE] key. The PAUSE LED lights up.

The PAUSE LED lights up

The SETUP LED flashes

The PAUSE LED lights up

To resume printing

Press the [PAUSE] key again. The PAUSE LED goes out.

The PAUSE LED goes out

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4-8 Recording the Amount of Remaining Media

The amount of media remaining is not updated automatically when you change the media. Redo the setting whenever you change the media.

You can also make this menu appear automatically when you change the media. In addition, you can print the amount of media remaining for later reference. For more information, go to "6-2 Description of Menus" and refer to "SHEET REMAIN."

SHEET REMAIN PRINT MEMO

Displaying the Amount of Remaining Media on the Screen

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display. Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to set the amount of

media remaining, then press the [ENTER] key .

Press the [MENU] key, then the [ ] key to go

back to the original menu screen. The amount of media remaining that you set is

displayed.

MENU SHEET REMAIN

SHEET REMAIN SET LENGTH

SET LENGTH

0.0 m 20.0 m

W1234mm L20.0m

SETUP SHEET

L20.0m

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4-9 Changing the Type of Ink

MENU INK CONTROL

Be sure to discard the discharged ink. Attempting to replace the ink while discharged ink remains may cause discharged ink to overflow from the bottle.

When changing the type of ink in use, follow the steps below to replace the ink. Ink replacement requires four SOL INK cleaning cartridges. You can change the type of ink three times per four cleaning cartridges.

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key to make the following screen

appear on the display.

Use the [ ] key to select [CHANGE INK SET],

then press the [ ] key.

Use the [ ] and [ ] keys to select the new

type of ink to use, then press the [ENTER] key .

ECO-SOL CMYKMC = Four colors (cyan/magenta/yellow/black)

ECO-SOL LcLm = Six colors (cyan/magenta/yellow/black/light cyan/light magenta)

When the display shown in the figure appears,

empty the drain bottle and press the [ENTER] key.

INK CONTROL EMPTY MODE

INK CONTROL CHANGE INK SET

CHANGE INK SET ECO-SOL CMYKMC

EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE

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4-9 Changing the Type of Ink

Be sure to discard the discharged ink. Attempting to replace the ink while discharged ink remains may cause discharged ink to overflow from the bottle. For more information about how to dispose of discharged ink, see "5-5 Disposing of Discharged Ink."

Pull out the ink cartridges indicated by the flash-

ing number.

Replacement of ink starts.

Follow the on-screen instructions to insert and

remove the cleaning cartridges.

When the display shown in the figure appears,

empty the drain bottle and press the [ENTER] key.

REMOVE SOL CRT. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

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REMOVESOLCL

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EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE

Insert the cleaning cartridge indicated by the flashing number.

Remove the cleaning cartridge indicated by the flashing number.

Gently shake the new cartridge.

When the display shown in the figure appears, insert the ink cartridge to be newly used.

When the display shown in the figure appears, ink replacement is finished.

Press the [SETUP] key to go back to the top menu.

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SET SOL CRT. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

CHANGE INK SET ECO-SOL CMYKMC

4-10 When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period

Even when not in use, keep the machine in an environment where the temperature is 5 to 40 ˚C (41 to 104 ˚F) and the humidity is 20 to 80 % (no condensation). In particular, be careful to make sure not to expose the machine to high temperatures of 40 ˚C (104 ˚F) or more.

This machine has features for draining internal ink and for performing washing using washing cartridges, but they should never be used except in special cases. When you're using ECO-SOL ink, 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 filled, then as a rule the ink should never be drained.

When the machine is out of use for an extended period, then once a month, switch on the power and perform cleaning. When the machine's main power switch is left on, a warning beep sounds about once a month to remind you to perform cleaning. We recommend switching off only the sub power and leaving the main power on even when the machine is out of use for an extended period.

When the machine is out of use for about a

month, a warning beep sounds and the following message appears on the display.

Press the [POWER] key to switch on the sub

power.

Cleaning is performed automatically.

After cleaning has finished, hold down the

[POWER] key for 1 second or longer to switch off the sub power.

PRESS THE POWER KEY TO CLEAN

The POWER LED lights up

The POWER LED goes out

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Chapter 5: Maintenance

This section describes how to clean the print heads, daily care and maintenance, and the like.

5-1 Cleaning the Print heads

Printing-head Groups

A Group : Cyan, Magenta B Group : Yellow, Black C Group : Light magenta, Light cyan or Magenta, Cyan

Switching on the sub power automatically performs maintenance operations, including cleaning of the print head. This means that there is normally no need to perform cleaning otherwise. If drop-out occurs with printed images, clean the print head.

Cleaning the Print heads

Load media for printing-test use.

Press the [CLEANING] key , and press the [ ]

key to select the printing-head group to clean. Press the [ENTER] key to start head cleaning. Also, holding down the [CLEANING] key for at

least one second starts head cleaning for all heads.

After head cleaning has ended, holding down

the [TEST PRINT] key for one second or longer starts a printing test.

Refer to "2-3 Printing" and see "Performing a

Printing T est" and check the printing-test results. If a problem is found, repeat the cleaning.

HEADCLEANING AGROUP

ENTER

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5-1 Cleaning the Print heads

Perform head cleaning only when there is dot drop-out (gaps) or printing becomes faint. Performing head cleaning more than necessary subjects the heads to wear and consumes ink. In particular, cleaning performed at the [POWERFUL] menu for [HEAD CLEANING] can cause premature head wear and consume large amounts of ink.

If Drop-out Persists Even After Carrying Out Cleaning Several Times

Load media for printing-test use.

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the display.

Press the [ ] key and [ ] key to select [ME-

DIUM] or [POWERFUL]. Y ou can choose to perform cleaning of only the

A group heads, B group heads, or C group heads by pressing the [ ] key more times.

Press the [ENTER] key to start head cleaning.

When head cleaning finishes, perform a print-

ing test to check the results.

MENU HEAD CLEANING

HEAD CLEANING ALL MEDIUM

If Performing POWERFUL Cleaning Several Times Does Not Correct the Drop-out Problem

If performing cleaning several times at the [POWERFUL] menu does not correct the image drop-out problem, use the included cleaning kit. For information on how to use the cleaning kit, refer to the following section, "Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit."

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MAINTENANCE CLEANING

FINISHED CLEANING?

5-2 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit

Before starting cleaning, read through this section carefully to familiarize yourself with the procedures, then carry out the cleaning operations quickly and accurately. Cleaning is performed while the caps on the print heads are detached, so cleaning must be completed before the heads dry out. It is suggested that cleaning be completed in thirty minutes or less. If it appears that cleaning operations may take more than thirty minutes, stop the cleaning operations and follow the steps below.

1. Attach the cover and tighten the screws.

2. Press the [ENTER] key. (Cleaning of the print heads starts.)

3. Again carry out cleaning using the cleaning kit.

Take care not to drop the covers when removing them. If dropped, the impact may cause them to break.

Cleaning using the cleaning kit should be carried out when automatic cleaning and forced cleaning from the [HEAD CLEANING] menu fail to correct image drop-out. Remove any ink buildup of dust or grime around the print heads, which can cause image drop-out or ink drips. We also recommend performing periodic cleaning using the cleaning kit to prevent problems like these during printing. If image drop-out persists even after performing cleaning with the cleaning kit, or if the cleaning kit is used up, contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer or Roland DG Corp. service center. The heads are consumable parts. The useful life is six billion shots per nozzle.

Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit

Switch on the main power switch on the back

of the machine.

Leave media unloaded at this time.

While holding down the [CLEANING] key,

switch on the [POWER] key.

Press the [ ] and [ ] keys to select [CLEAN-

ING].

Press the [ENTER] key.

The screen shown in the figure appears, and the printhead carriage moves to the middle of the left cover.

Make sure the screen shown in the figure is

displayed, then remove the four screws and open the left and right covers.

NOW PROCESSING. .

Screws

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Cover

To discharge static electricity from your body,

Be sure to use one of the included cleaning sticks. Do not touch the nozzle surface of the heads.

If no grime is present, do not touch the sponges inside the rubber caps.

When removing grime adhering to the sponge inside a rubber cap, touch the sponge gently with the tip of the cleaning stick to pick up the grime. Rubbing forcefully may damage the surface of the sponge.

Give special attention to removing the fibrous dust that tends to build up on the heads.

touch the location shown in the figure.

Clean the heads and the area around the heads

on the left side of the machine. Use a cleaning stick to wipe off any grime from the stainlesssteel frame for the heads and the plastic areas on either side of the heads.

5-2 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit

Print head

Clean the surface of the stainless-steel frame

on the right side of the machine. Use a cleaning stick to wipe away any buildup of dust and ink from the surface of the stainless-steel frame.

If there is dust on the sponges, wipe it off with the cleaning stick.

Clean the rubber caps and the area around

them. Use a cleaning stick to wipe off any buildup of dust or grime from the rubber caps.

If there is dust on the sponges, wipe it off with the cleaning stick.

Plastic area

Stainless-steel frame for heads

Stainless-steel frame

Plastic area

Nozzle surface of the heads

Cleaning stick

Rubber caps

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Sponges

5-2 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit

Replacing the Wiper

If the message [REPLACE WIPER] appears on the display, replace the wiper with a new one. As a rule of thumb, the message prompting you to replace the wiper appears when cleaning has been performed 500 times (with [ALL] selected for head cleaning). For information on how to replace the wiper, see "5-3 Replacing the Wiper."

Clean the wiper. Use a cleaning stick to wipe away any buildup of dust and grime from the wiper.

Attach the left and right covers and secure them closed by tightening the screws.

Wipers

Screws

13 14

Press the [ENTER] key.

The screen shown in the figure appears, the print heads return to the standby position, and head cleaning starts automatically. After cleaning has finished, switch off the sub power.

Again press the [POWER] key to switch on the sub power.

Load media, and carry out a printing test.

Examine the results of the printing test and make sure that all dots are printed attractively. If necessary perform head cleaning to make the dots clean and even.

Cover

Engage the covers on the hooks to install.

Cover

NOW PROCESSING. .

Hook

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5-3 Replacing the Wiper

The wiper has a rubber surface and a felt surface. Attach it so that the rubber surface faces the front.

When installing the wiper, be sure to engage it on the hook. If the wiper is not hooked, it may fall off during use. Use the included tweezers to install and detach the wiper.

If the message shown in the figure appears, replace the wiper with a new part.

Follow steps 1 through 3 in "5-2 Cleaning Us-

ing the Cleaning Kit" to display the screen shown in the figure, and press the [ENTER] key .

Follow steps 5 and 6 in "5-2 Cleaning Using

the Cleaning Kit" to detach the right cover, and discharge static electricity from your body.

Using tweezers, grasp the bottom portion of the

wiper and take it off the hook.

Remove the wiper.

TIME FOR

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WIPER REPLACE

MAINTENANCE WIPER REPLACE

Felt

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Bottom portion of the wiper

Install the new wiper.

Use the tweezers to press the area shown in the figure and engage the wiper on the hook.

Follow steps 11 through 13 in "5-2 Cleaning

Using the Cleaning Kit" to attach the right cover and carry out a printing test.

Rubber

Hook

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5-4 Other Cleaning Tasks

When cleaning the unit, be sure to wait approximately 30 minutes or more after switching off the power until the temperature of the platen falls sufficiently.

Doing so may cause burns because the platen is hot.

Never clean with solvents (such as benzine or thinners).

Doing so may cause fire.

• When carrying out any cleaning other than cleaning using cleaning sticks, switch off the main power. Before turning off the

main power, press the [POWER] key to switch off the sub power.

• Never lubricate the mechanisms.

• Periodically clean the platen, grit rollers, and media clamps.

• Do not touch the print heads or allow the print heads to come in contact with anything except ink.

The machine and the inside of the front cover may become soiled with ink during printing. The cleaning methods described below let you continue printing without affecting the printed media or the machine.

Cleaning the Body

Use a cloth moistened with water then wrung well, and wipe gently to clean. Wipe the operation panel and display gently with a clean, soft cloth.

Cleaning the Platen

Moisten a cloth with neutral detergent diluted with water, wring dry, and wipe gently.

Cleaning the Grit Rollers

Use a commercially available brush to remove dust and other detritus. Any adhering grime may prevent the media from being held in place securely.

Cleaning the Pinch Rollers

Moisten a cloth with neutral detergent diluted with water, wring dry, and wipe gently.

Cleaning the Reflective Tape

If the tape becomes dirty, moisten a cloth with neutral detergent diluted with water, wring dry, and wipe gently.

Cleaning the Front Cover

Use a cloth moistened with water then wrung well, and wipe gently to clean.

Cleaning the Media Clamps

If there is buildup of ink or dust, moisten a cloth with neutral detergent diluted with water , wring dry , and gently wipe the surface.

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5-5 Disposing of Discharged Ink

If any ink gets on your hands or clothing, wash it off as soon as possible. Ink stains may become difficult to remove if allowed to stand.

Discharged ink is flammable and contains toxic ingredients. Do not attempt to incinerate discharged ink or discard it with ordinary trash. Also, do not dispose of it in sewer systems, river, or streams. Doing so may have an adverse impact on the environment.

The bottle stand for the drain bottle is provided with a window to help determine when discharged ink needs to be disposed.

When the discharged ink is within this range, dispose of it. If discharged ink is allowed to exceed this range, it may spill when the bottle is removed.

Dispose of ink in the drain bottle as described below.

Procedure for Disposing of Discharged Ink

Press the [POWER] key at least one second to

switch off the sub power.

Remove the drain bottle.

Dispose of discharged ink properly, in accor-

dance with regional laws and regulations.

The POWER LED goes out

Drain bottle

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5-6 How to Replace the Separating Knife

If a blade remains in the print-head carriage, use the tweezers in the cleaning kit to remove it.

Do not touch the tip of the separating knife with your fingers.

Doing so may result in injury.

Do not touch the control panel while head cleaning or other cleaning is in progress.

The print-head carriage may move and cause injury.

Do not try to pull out the print-head carriage by hand. The print-head carriage is pulled out automatically through menu operation. If the machine is allowed to stand for a prolonged period with the print-head carriage pulled out, head clogging or even damage

If the separating knife becomes dull, replace with the included replacement blade.

Press the [MENU] key, and press the [ ] key

to make the following screen appear on the display.

Press the [ENTER] key to make the following

screen appear on the display.

When the screen shown in the figure appears, the printhead carriage simultaneously moves to the left.

Open the front cover, and then remove the

separating knife.

Replace with a new knife.

Positioning groove

MENU REPLACE KNIFE

FINISHED ?

(2) Grasp the screw portion,

and slowly pull it out in the direction of the arrow.

(1) Loosen the screw

until it slips out.

The knife is secured in place by the magnet.

Install the separating knife.

Close the front cover and press the [ENTER]

key.

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(1)Grasp the screw portion

and slowly insert it into the groove.

(2) Tighten the screw.

5-7 When Moving the Unit

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 fill it with ink with as little delay as possible. Allowing

the machine to stand without ink may damage the 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.

MENU INK CONTROL

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 retainers to protect them. Attempting to move the machine without first doing this may result in damage to internal components due to leaking ink or damage to the heads. This operation requires eight unused SOL INK cleaning cartridges. Have these on hand before you start.

1. Drain the ink and wash the interior.

Press the [MENU] key.

Press the [ ] key several times to select [INK CONTROL].

Press the [ ] key.

Press the [ ] key several times to select [HEAD WASH].

Press the [ENTER] key.

Discard the discharged ink in the drain bottle.

Attach the drain bottle and press the [ENTER] key.

Be sure to discard the discharged ink. For more information about how to dispose of discharged ink, see "5-5 Disposing of Discharged Ink."

Follow the on-screen instructions to insert and

remove the cartridges.

Ink discharge and washing are performed over the course of several minutes. When the process ends, the sub power is switched off. This procedure requires four unused cleaning cartridges.

INK CONTROL HEAD WASH

EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE

REMOVE SOL CRT.

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Remove the ink cartridge indicated by the flashing number.

Insert the cleaning cartridge indicated by the flashing number.

Remove the cleaning cartridge indicated by the flashing number.

Turn off the main power switch.

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5-7 When Moving the Unit

2. Secure the print heads in place.

Remove the drain bottle and discard the dis-

charged ink. (Refer to "5-5 Disposing of Discharged Ink.")

Pull out the drain tube from the bottle stand and attach the stopper.

Flip the loading lever to the rear.

Secure the print heads in place using the re-

tainers.

For information on how to secure in place, go to "1-3 Assembling and Installing" and refer to "Step 4: Remove the Protective Media."

Lower the roll media from the printer.

If necessary , also detach the media flanges, left and right stays, media guide and the stand.

The machine is now ready to be moved.

Stopper

Drain tube

3. Immediately move the machine and fill it with ink.

Once the preparations are complete, move the machine with as little delay as possible.

Immediately reinstall the machine and fill with ink.

To reinstall and fill with ink, carry out "1-3 Assembling and Installing" through "1-5 Switching On the Power for the First Time." When filling with ink, four unused cleaning cartridges are required.

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Chapter 6: Menus and Keys

This section contains a flowchart of the menus and describes the operation-panel keys and the menu items.

6-1 Menus Flowchart

P t

For details about each of the menus, see the "6-2 Description of Menus."

Selecting the language for screen messages

Roland SJ-745EX Ver. 1.00

When the po wer is turned on for the fir st time , or turned on after remo ving the ink

Roland SJ-745EX ECO-SOL LcLm

MENU LANGUAGE ENGLISH

MENU LANGUAGE JAPANESE

Roland SJ-745EX INK NOT FILLED

SELECT INK TYPE ECO-SOL LcLm

INSTALL

DRAIN BOTTLE

SET SOL CL-LIQUID 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

SET SOL CRT. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Use or to selec Press the [ENTER] ke

to enable the setting.

No ink is filled.

Select the type of ink to install, then press the [ENTER] key.

Attach the drain bottle, and press [ENTER] key.

Insert ECO-SOL INK cartridges.

SETUP SHEET

Load the media and press

the [SETUP] key

SET UP

rintable width of

he loaded media

Top

W 1234 mm

FILLING INK...

The system will execute ink fill.

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Press the [CLEANING] key to perform all head cleaning.

6-1 Menus Flowchart

CLEANING ALL

CLEANING A GROUP

CLEANING B GROUP

CLEANING C GROUP

CLEANING

MAINTENANCE CLEANING

Press the [ENTER] key to perform head cleaning.

Press the [ENTER] key to perform head cleaning of A Group.

Press the [ENTER] key to perform head cleaning of B Group.

Press the [ENTER] key to perform head cleaning of C Group.

CLEANING ALL

MAINTENANCE WIPER REPLACE

• Go back to the previous menu screen.

• Advance to the next menu screen (or move down one level).

• Select an item.

• Select the value for a setting

• Executes the menu

• Locks in the value for a setting

• Move to the previous menu screen or the next menu screen

• Select the value for a setting

• Moves the media (when specifying the printing location)

• Move to a submenu screen

• Moves the print-head carriage (when specifying the printing location)

• Move to the previous menu screen

• Moves the print-head carriage (when specifying the printing location)

• Executes the menu

• Locks in the value for a setting

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6-1 Menus Flowchart

MENU SHEET TYPE

MENU PRINT AREA

MENU HEAD HEIGHT

SHEET TYPE OPAQUE OPAQUE

OPAQUE/CLEAR

Displayed only when the media has been set up.

PRINT AREA RIGHT EDGE

RIGHT EDGE SET

RIGHT EDGE CANCEL

PRINT AREA LEFT EDGE

LEFT EDGE SET

LEFT EDGE CANCEL

HEAD HEIGHT HIGH LOW

HIGH/MIDDLE/LOW

MENU ADJUST BI-DIR

MENU CALIBRATION

o the [INK CONTROL] menu

ADJUST BI-DIR TEST PRINT

ADJUST BI-DIR SETTING NO.1

SETTING No.1/ SETTING No.2/ SETTING No.3/ SETTING No.4

ADJUST BI-DIR LOAD PRESETTING

ADJUST BI-DIR SAVE PRESETTING

CALIBRATION TEST PRINT

CALIBRATION SETTING

H1 H2 H3 0 0 0

LOAD PRESETTING 1

PRESETTING1 to PRESETTING8

SAVE PRESETTING 1

PRESETTING1 to PRESETTING8

SETTING

-0.10% -0.10%

-2.00% to +2.00% (In steps of 0.05%)

H4 H5 H6 0 0 0

-30 to +10 (In steps of 1/

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[CALIBRATION] menu

6-1 Menus Flowchart

MENU INK CONTROL

MENU FULL WIDTH S

MENU SCAN INTERVAL

MENU VACUUM POWER

MENU PERIODIC CL.

INK CONTROL EMPTY MODE

EMPTY MODE CONT. STOP

CONT./STOP

INK CONTROL PUMP UP

INK CONTROL HEAD WASH

INK CONTROL CHANGE INK SET

CHANGE INK SET ECO-SOL LcLm

ECO-SOL LcLm/ECO-SOL CMYKMC

FULL WIDTH S FULL FULL

FULL/MEDIA/OFF

SCAN INTERVAL OFF OFF

OFF / 0.1 to 10.0 sec. (In steps of 0.1 sec.)

VACUUM POWER AUTO AUTO

AUTO / 0 to 100% (In steps of 10%)

PERIODIC CL.

DISABLE ENABLE

DISABLE/ENABLE

MENU UNIT

MENU ALTERNATE HEAD

MENU FACTORY DEFAULT

MENU SYSTEM REPORT

MENU REPLACE KNIFE

o the [INK REMAINING] menu

UNIT mm mm

mm/INCH

ALTERNATE HEAD ENABLE ENABLE

ENABLE/DISABLE

Displayed only when the type of in is set to [ECO-SOL CMYKMC].

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6-1 Menus Flowchart

[REPLACE KNIFE] menu

MENU INK REMAINING

MENU SHEET REMAIN

MENU HEAD CLEANING

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

9 10 11 12

SHEET REMAIN PRINT MEMO

SHEET REMAIN SET LENGTH

SHEET REMAIN SET AT LOADING

HEAD CLEANING ALL MEDIUM

SET LENGTH

0.0 m 0.0 m

SET AT LOADING DISABLE DISABLE

HEAD CLEANING ALL POWERFUL

o the [SHEET TYPE] menu

HEAD CLEANING A MEDIUM

HEAD CLEANING B MEDIUM

HEAD CLEANING C MEDIUM

HEAD CLEANING A POWERFUL

HEAD CLEANING B POWERFUL

HEAD CLEANING C POWERFUL

Press [TEST PRINT] key at least one second during these screens appeared, test print start.

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6-2 Description of Menus

Top menu

SHEET TYPE

PRINT AREA

HEAD HEIGHT

HEAD CLEANING

INK CONTROL

Submenu

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RIGHT EDGE

LEFT EDGE

ALL MEDIUM A MEDIUM B MEDIUM C MEDIUM

ALL POWERFUL A POWERFUL B POWERFUL C POWERFUL

EMPTY MODE

PUMP UP HEAD WASH

CHANGE INK SET

Function

This is used to select either transparent or opaque media. Select [OP AQUE] when the media loaded on the unit is not transparent. When you are using transparent media or the printing area cannot be detected, select [CLEAR]. For more information, see "4-5 Using Transparent Media."

* This appears only when the media is in a loaded state.

This sets the printing area in the left-right direction (the direction of print-head carriage movement) of the loaded media. With transparent media, automatic detection of the media width is not performed. In such cases, use the [PRINT AREA] menu to specify the printing area in the left-right direction. Even when using opaque media, this can be specified when printing in a specific area. For more information, refer to "4-3 Setting the Location Where Printing Starts" and see "Specifying a location in the feed direction."

This sets the height of the print heads. To make the setting, display this menu, then move the lever on the side of the unit's print-head carriage. For more information, refer to "2-2 Loading Media" and see "When Loading Thick Media."

If print shows a problem, clean the print head. Because cleaning subjects the head to wear and consumes ink, it should only be performed when absolutely necessary. Performing cleaning from the Powerful menu in particular subjects the head to early wear and used up large amounts of ink. [ALL MEDIUM]/[A MEDIUM]/[B MEDIUM]/[C MEDIUM]: Performs cleaning of the print heads. After cleaning, carry out a printing test to make sure there are no problems with printing quality. Normally, head cleaning should be performed by pressing the [CLEANING] key. [ALL POWERFUL]/[A POWERFUL]/[B POWERFUL]/[C POWERFUL]: Used when performing cleaning with Medium several times does not restore the printing quality. After cleaning, carry out a printing test to make sure there are no problems with printing quality. For more information, refer to "2-3 Printing" and see "Performing a Printing Test," and refer to "5-1 Cleaning the Print Heads."

[EMPTY MODE]: When replacement of the ink cartridge becomes necessary while printing is in progress, this setting determines whether printing continues or pauses. This setting is used when the ink cartridge cannot be changed immediately during printing, such as during unattended operation at night. [CONT.] causes printing to continue without pause even if ink refilling becomes necessary. To replace an ink cartridge, press the [PAUSE] key to pause operation, then replace with a new cartridge. Pressing the [PAUSE] key again resumes printing. Printing continues with the small amount of ink remaining, so the printed image may become faint as the ink runs out. In general, it should possible to perform about 1 m2 (10 ft2) of printing once this message appears, although the actual varies widely according to the amount of ink needed for the particular image. Printing is continued only for the data currently being printed. Operation stops after one image is output. [STOP] causes operation to pause immediately when the ink cartridge needs to be changed. Printing is resumed by replacing the cartridge. Note, however, that the colors of an image in progress may no longer match perfectly. When performing long printing, replace with sufficient ink cartridge to print. [PUMP UP] : Drains ink from the print heads. [HEAD WASH] : This washes the print heads with optionally available cleaning cartridges. For more information, see "5-7 When Moving the Unit." [CHANGE INK SET] : Performs the [HEAD WASH] and [FILL INK] operations. This is used when switching the ink type. Before running this, choose the type of ink to be used after the change. For more information, see "4-9 Changing the Type of Ink."

Setting

range

OPAQUE/ CLEAR

—

HIGH/ MIDDLE/ LOW

—

[EMPTY MODE] CONT./ STOP

[CHANGE INK SET] ECO-SOL LcLm/ ECO-SOL CMYKMC

Default

value

OPAQUE

—

MIDDLE

—

[EMPTY MODE] STOP

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6-2 Description of Menus

Top menu

ADJUST BI-DIR

CARIBRATION

FULL WIDTH S

SCAN INTERVAL

VACUUM POWER

PERIODIC CL.

UNIT

Submenu

TEST PRINT SETTING NO.1 SETTING NO.2 SETTING NO.3 SETTING NO.4 LOAD PRESETTING

SAVE PRESETTING

TEST PRINT SETTING

—

Function

This adjusts for slippage when performing bidirectional printing. This must be readjusted when you have replaced the media with a different type or adjusted the head height. [TEST PRINT]: This menu is for verifying the adjustment. [SETTING NO.1], [SETTING NO.2], [SETTING NO.3], [SETTING NO.4] : This sets the correction value.

[LOAD PRESETTING] : This loads adjustment values set in memory 1 through 8. [SA VE PRESETTING] : This takes the adjustment values set for No. 1 through No. 4 and saves them as [PRESETTING 1] through [PRESETTING 8]. You can save up to eight adjustment-value patterns.

This corrects for errors in the amount of feed of the grit rollers due the type of media. Be sure to make this setting when you have replaced the media with a different type. Make this setting again when horizontal stripes are plainly visible on printing results. [TEST PRINT]: This menu is for verifying the adjustment. [SETTING]: This sets the correction value. When you can set the error for the amount of feed for the grit rollers on the computer, the computer's setting takes priority. For more information, refer to "4-6 Making Corrections for Printing" and see "Feed Correction."

This sets the movement width of the print-head carriage when printing. Using this function may improve printing quality by maintaining a uniform speed for media feed. However, printing may take more time. When using the print heater, be sure to set this menu item to [FULL]. [FULL]: The movement width of the print-head carriage is always the full width. [MEDIA]: The width changes depending on the width of the media. [OFF]: The width changes according to the printing data.

This sets the ink-drying time. If problems with ink stains occur, setting this value to a longer time may improve printing quality.

This adjusts the suction force of the fan installed under the platen to make the media contact the platen. Adjust this value when the media warps due to heat or sticks to the platen. Increasing the value makes the suction force stronger, but because it lowers the temperature of the platen, the media may become difficult to warm. [AUTO]: The suction force is adjusted automatically according to the width of media. [0 to 100%] (in steps of 10%): The suction force remains constant at the set value.

This specifies whether the automatic cleaning during printing is enabled or disabled. When set to [ENABLE], automatic cleaning is performed during printing, and prevents drop-out and ink drips. Because automatic cleaning is performed during printing, printing may take more time. The lower the temperature of the work area, the greater is the number of times that automatic cleaning is performed. Also, because printing is interrupted temporarily during automatic cleaning, horizontal stripes may occur in the printing.

This selects millimeters or inches as the unit of measurement for the width displayed on the top menu after setting up the media. When inch display is used, values are displayed to the first digit to the right of the decimal point.

Setting

range

[SETTING NO.1], [SETTING NO.2], [SETTING NO.3], [SETTING NO.4]

-30 to +10 (In steps of 1/2)

-2.00% to +2.00% (In steps of

0.05%)

FULL/ MEDIA/OFF

OFF/

0.1 to 10.0 sec (in steps of

0.1 sec) AUTO/

0 to 100% (in steps of 10%)

DISABLE/ ENABLE

mm/INCH

Default

value

0.00%

FULL

OFF

AUTO

DISABLE

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6-2 Description of Menus

Top menu

SYSTEM REPORT

REPLACE KNIFE

ALTERNATE HEAD

FACTORY DEFAULT

INK REMAINING

SHEET REMAIN

Submenu

—

SET LENGTH

Function

This prints the current status of settings and other system information.

This prompts you to replace the separating knife.

This setting determines whether priority is given to efficient ink use or to image quality. It is displayed only when four-color inks are used (cyan, magenta, yellow, and black). This setting is valid only when using four-color inks and performing bidirectional printing. Also, some high-speed print modes may not be affected by this setting. When set to [ENABLE], ink is used more efficiently , with nearly no sacrifice in image quality. When set to [DISABLE], priority is given to image quality over efficient use of ink.

This returns all menu settings to their original values when shipped from the factory. For more about the factory defaults for the various settings, see the "Default value" entry for each menu setting in this section.

This shows the amount of ink left after each of the ink cartridges has been installed. The fewer the markers (" "), the less ink is left. * If a partially used ink cartridge is removed and reinstalled, or if a partially used ink cartridge is installed, the cartridge is taken to be unused, and the displayed amount of remaining ink is not true. For more information, see "4-2 Checking the Remaining Ink Level."

You can display how much of the media in use is left. Once you set the amount of media remaining, the amount remaining is displayed at the top menu until it reaches zero. If you cancel the setup such as by removing the media or raising the loading lever, the amount remaining at that time flashes on the screen. The amount of media remaining is not updated automatically when you change the media. Redo the setting whenever you change the media. You can also make the setting to display this menu automatically whenever you change the media. The remaining amount that is displayed is only an estimate, and its accuracy is not assured.

Setting

range

—

ENABLE/ DISABLE

—

[SET LENGTH]

0.0 to 99.9 m (in steps of

0.1 m)

[SET A T LOADING] ENABLE/ DISABLE

Default

value

—

ENABLE

—

[SET LENGTH]

0.0 m (not displayed)

[SET A T LOADING] DISABLE

SET AT LOADING

PRINT MEMO

Setting this to [ENABLE] automatically displays [SHEET REMAIN] whenever you change the media and finish setup. This makes it impossible to go on to the next operation unless you redo the setting for the amount remaining. This can be useful for keeping you from forgetting to redo the setting when you change the media. When you set this to [ENABLE], however, be sure to also set the [SHEET TYPE] menu item to [OPAQUE]. When [SHEET TYPE] is set to [CLEAR], then [SHEET REMAIN] is not displayed automatically, regardless of the setting for [SET AT LOADING].

This prints the amount of media remaining that is displayed at the top menu. You use this when you want to make a record of the remaining length of the media now in use. Printing the amount of media remaining before you change the media enables you to refer to the printed record and use the value to make the setting for the remaining amount the next time you use the media. Note, however, that continuing by performing the next output starts the output on top of the portion where the amount of remaining media is printed. After you print the amount remaining, we recommend using [SHEET CUT] key to cut off the media.

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6-3 Description of Keys

Key

Top menu

—

Function

This switches on and off the sub power . When the power is switched on, the POWER LED lights up.

This detects the presence and the width of the media, and displays the printable width. The SETUP LED flashes while detection of media width is in progress. When setup finishes, the SETUP LED lights up continuously. Also press this key when removing the media. Pressing this key when any of the various menu screens is displayed returns you to the top screen. (When this is done, media setup cannot be canceled.)

The [PAUSE] key pauses printing. The PAUSE LED lights up while paused. Pressing this key again cancels the paused state. Holding down the [SETUP] key for about 1 second while paused causes remaining data to be cleared and cancels the media's setup state.

This sets the print-start location in the scan direction (the direction of print-head carriage movement). For more information, refer to "4-3 Setting the Location Where Printing Starts" and see "Specifying a location in the scan direction."

Setting range

—

Default value

—

This is used to accept, execute, or save the item shown on the display.

Holding down the [TEST PRINT] key for one second or longer while the SETUP LED is lit performs a printing test.

This enters the [HEAD CLEANING] menu for cleaning the print heads.

Cleaning can be performed while in any state. [ALL], [A GROUP], [B GROUP], or [C GROUP]: Begins cleaning of the print heads. Holding down for one second carries out cleaning for all the heads. After cleaning, carry out a printing test to make sure there are no problems. For detailed information, refer to "2-3 Printing" and see "Performing a Printing Test," and refer to "5-1 Cleaning the Print Heads."

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6-3 Description of Keys

Key

Top menu

—

MENU LANGUAGE

Function

Pressing and holding the [SHEET CUT] key for one second or longer cuts off the media at the location of the present print-start line. Press this to separate the portion that has been printed from the roll. You cannot sever a piece of media while printing is in progress.

This enters the menu mode. When a menu is displayed, the [ ] and [ ] keys move to the next menu, the [ ] moves to a submenu, and the [ ] key moves to the previous screen.

These move the media and the cartridge. When a menu is displayed, these move among the menu items.

This sets the language for screen messages. You can select either English or Japanese.

Setting range

—

ENGLISH/JAPA-

NESE

Default value

—

ENGLISH

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Chapter 7: What to Do If...

This section describes error messages that may appear on the display and how to resolve problems that can occur during operation.

7-1 What to Do If...

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Top menu

The Machine Doesn't Run

The power does not switch on.

Is the main power switched on?

If the power does not come on when you press the [POWER] key, make sure the main power is switched on, then press the [POWER] key again.

Printing doesn't start when data is sent.

Are the network settings correct?

Make sure there are no errors in the network settings. For more information about making the connection to a network, see "Roland-PrintServer Network Settings Guide."

Has media been loaded (the SETUP LED is lit)?

If the SETUP LED is not illuminated, make sure the media is loaded correctly and press the [SETUP] key to illuminate the SETUP LED.

Is the top menu displayed?

If the top menu isn't displayed, printing doesn't start even when data is sent from the computer.

Is the PAUSE LED illuminated?

If the [PAUSE] key has been pressed and the PAUSE LED is lighted, the unit has been paused. To resume printing, press the [PAUSE] key again. The PAUSE LED is extinguished, and printing resumes. T o terminate printing, first stop the transmission of printing instructions from the computer to this machine. Then press the [SETUP] key . Hold down for about 1 second. This deletes the printing instructions that have already been sent from the computer to this machine, and printing is stopped.

Has ink run out?

When printing data is sent while the screen shown in the figure is displayed, a message appears and a warning beep sounds. At the same time, operation pauses. When the ink cartridge is replaced with a new one, printing starts.

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This screen show cartridge No.1 and No.7 is run out.

The media width cannot be detected, even when the [SETUP] key is pressed.

Is [SHEET TYPE] set to [CLEAR]?

When [SHEET TYPE] is set to [CLEAR], the width of the media is not detected during media setup (and the printable width is set to maximum). When transparent media is loaded, specify a printing area that matches the actual width of the media. (Refer to "4-5 Using Transparent Media") If opaque media is loaded, set [SHEET TYPE] to [OPAQUE].

Is the width of the loaded media 210 mm or less?

When media having a width of 210 mm or less is loaded, the width is not detected during media setup. Load media that is at least 210 mm wide and perform setup again.

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