Seiko IP-4500 MKII, IP-4010 MKII User Manual

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User's Guide

Color Inkjet Printer

(Basic Operations)

IP-4500 IP-4500 MK

IP-4010 IP-4010 MK

II II

Read this User's Guide to use the printer safely and properly. Keep this manual in a place where you can quickly access it at any time.

Seiko I Infotech Inc.

IP-4500/4010 Color Inkjet Printer User's Guide Documents Number U00043777154

First Edition, December 2000 Second Edition, April 2001 Third Edition, September 2001 Fourth Edition, January 2002

Seiko I Infotech Inc. reserves the right to make changes without notice to the specifications and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to typographical, arithmetic, or listing errors.

Please address any questions, comments, and suggestions to: Seiko I Infotech Inc.

31-1, kameido 6-chome koto-ku, Tokyo 136-0071, Japan

This manual acknowledges the following trademarks: SII is a trademark of Seiko I Infotech Inc.

All other trademarks are the properties of their respective companies.

Durch die Kennzeichnung dieses Produktes mit dem CE-Zeichen erklärt Seiko den folgenden Direktiven der Europäischen Union zu entsprechen (mit Wirkung vom siehe Datum):

Januar 1996 :- EG-Direktive 73/23/EEC ergänzt durch EG-Direktive 93/68/EEC, Angleichung der Gesetze der einzelnen Mitgliedsstaaten bezüglich Geräten mit niedriger Betriebsspannung.

Januar 1996:- EG-Direktive 89/336/EEC, Angleichung der Gesetze der einzelnen Mitgliedsstaaten bezüglich elektromagnetischer Kompatibilität.

Den vollständigen Text dieser Erklärung einschließlich der Definition der entsprechenden Direktiven sowie der jeweiligen Standards erhalten Sie von Ihrem Seiko Colorgrafx Systems Kundendienst oder Ihrem Seiko Engineering Systems Kundendienst.

Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the IP-4500/IP-4500MKII, IP-4010/IP-4010MKII Color Inkjet Printer (simply called the printer below).

The following four types of printer are available from media (paper) sizes supported and print speed.

- IP-4500: 54" printer

- IP-4500MKII: High speed print 54" printer

- IP-4010: 36" printer

- IP-4010MKII: High speed print 36" printer

Also, one of the following controllers can be installed in the printer:

- SCSI controller

IP-4500-00 (IP-4500) IP-4010-00 (IP-4010) IP-4500-02 (IP-4500MKII) IP-4010-02 (IP-4010MKII)

- Network controller

IP-4500-01 (IP-4500) IP-4010-01 (IP-4010) IP-4500-03 (IP-4500MKII) IP-4010-03 (IP-4010MKII)

The printer with a SCSI controller is supplied with the IP-4500/

IP-4500MKII, IP-4010/IP-4010MKII User's Guide (Basic Operations) (this manual).

The printer with a network controller is supplied with two manuals:

- IP-4500/IP-4500MKII, IP-4010/IP-4010MKII User's Guide (Basic Operations)

- IP-4500/IP-4500MKII, IP-4010/IP-4010MKII User's Guide (Function Settings)

This manual, the IP-4500/IP-4500MKII, IP-4010/IP-4010MKII User's Guide (Basic Operations), describes the features of the

printer, names of components, information to be known before use, and basic operations, such as how to turn the power on and off and set paper and ink.

The IP-4500/IP-4500MKII, IP-4010/IP-4010MKII User's Guide (Function Settings) explains how to set functions of the printer. For details on the printer function settings, see the separate User's Guide (Function Settings).

The SCSI controller has some different functions and operation panel menus from those of the network controller. If they are different, the functions and menus of both the controllers are described. Read the appropriate description for your printer.

The following items should be read before reading Section 1.

- Deliverables

- Safety precautions

- Handling precautions

- Manual legend (notation rules)

Read these items to use the printer safely and properly. Keep this manual in a place where you can quickly access it at any time.

Deliverables

The printer components, including options, are installed on the main unit on delivery. Make sure that the following items are present. If any parts are missing or damaged, contact the shop where you purchased the product or the nearest service dealer.

Basic components

Printer main unit <1>

• IP-4500-00 (54" printer, SCSI controller incorporated (raster data interface))

• IP-4500-01 (54" printer, network controller incorporated (HPGL interface))

• IP-4500-02 (High speed print 54" printer, SCSI controller incorporated (raster data interface))

• IP-4500-03 (High speed print 54" printer, network controller incorporated (HPGL interface))

• IP-4010-00 (36" printer, SCSI controller incorporated (raster data interface))

• IP-4010-01 (36" printer, network controller incorporated (HPGL interface))

• IP-4010-02 (High speed print 36" printer, SCSI controller incorporated (raster data interface))

• IP-4010-03 (High speed print 36" printer, network controller incorporated (HPGL interface))

One of the controllers must be selected on shipment.

Accessories

Roll paper <IP-4500: 54",1> <IP-4010: 36",1>

Scroller <IP-4500: 54",1> <IP-4010: 36",1>

Ink kit 6 colors IP-838

(Y, M, C, Bk, Lc, Lm)

User's Guide

(Basic Operations)

<1 copy>

Power cable <1>

<1>

User's Guide

(Function Settings)

(Supplied with network controller)

<1 copy>

SCSI cable

<1>

(Supplied with SCSI controller)

Software set

(Supplied with network controller)

<1>

Quick Reference Guide

<1 copy>

Options

Winder <IP-4500: IP-240, 1 set> <IP-4010: IP-241, 1 set>

- Winder unit

- Scroller

- Paper tube

- Document pocket

- Roll cover

Paper bucket <IP-4500: IP-230, 1 set> <IP-4010: IP-231, 1 set>

- Roll cover

- Document pocket

- Paper bucket

Consumables

Paper IP-XXX

(Various types) See page 1-7 for the item number.

Waste ink bottle IP-841

<1>

* : Options and consumables can be ordered separately.

Ink cartridges IP-XXX

(Y, M, C, Bk, Lc, Lm) See page 1-8 for the item number.

(For cleaning bottom of the carriage)

Replaceable cutter blade

IP-844

<1>

Wipe stick

<100 pieces>

<IP-4500: IP-842, 1> <IP-4010: IP-843, 1>

Cleaning Kit CH-98

(For printer cleaning,

recommended)

<1 set>

Scroller

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Safety Precautions

The following symbols are used in this manual to ensure the proper use of the plotter and to prevent the plotter from being damaged. Follow the instructions marked with the symbol.

Severe personal injury or death Failure to follow the guidelines marked with

WARNING

this symbol could result in severe personal injury or death.

Minor personal injury or product and/or peripheral damage failure to follow the

CAUTION

Example of symbols:

guidelines marked with this symbol could result in minor personal injury or product and/ or peripheral damage.

This symbol ( ) denotes items that require special care while executing a certain procedure or operation.

This symbol (

This symbol ( prevent accidents or injury.

) denotes items that are forbidden.

) denotes items you should follow to

Sicherheitsvorkehrungen

Die folgenden Symbole erscheinen in diesem Handbuch, um den ordnungsgemäßen Gebrauch des Plotters sicherzustellen und den Plotter vor Beschädigung zu schützen. Bitte beachten Sie die mit dem Symbol gekennzeichneten Anweisungen.

Schwere Körperverletzung oder Lebensgefahr Nichtbeachtung der mit diesem Symbol

Warnung

Vorsicht

Symbolbeispiele:

gekennzeichneten Vorschriften kann zu schwerer Körperverletzung und Lebensgefahr führen.

Leichte Körperverletzung oder Beschädigung des Produkts und/oder der Peripherie Nichtbeachtung der mit diesem Symbol gekennzeichneten Vorschriften kann zu leichter Körperverletzung oder Beschädigung des Produkts und/oder der Peripherie führen.

Dieses Symbol ( ) kennzeichnet Vorschriften, deren besondere Beachtung während der Ausführung von bestimmten Vorgängen und Operationen nötig ist.

Dieses Symbol ( boten sind.

Dieses Symbol ( Unfälle oder Verletzungen verhindern sollen.

) kennzeichnet Gegenstände, die ver -

) kennzeichnet Vorschriften, die

WARNING

Use the power supply voltage specified on the nameplate. DO NOT plug several devices into one electrical outlet as this might result in fire or electric shock.

Make sure the printer is well grounded. If it is not grounded, a short circuit may cause fire or electrical shock.

DO NOT disassemble or remodel the printer. DO NOT repair the printer by yourself. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock or other accidents.

DO NOT damage, break, process, or heat the power cable. If it is dam- aged, replace it with a new one. Using a damaged power cable may cause fire or electric shock.

NEVER use the printer in a place of extreme humidity or any place where it can possibly be splashed by any liquids. If any liquids get into the printer, it could lead to fire, electric shock, or other serious acci- dents.

DO NOT remove the fixed covers of the printer because they contain high-voltage and extremely hot parts. Careless removal might result in an electric shock or burn.

DO NOT allow metal or liquids to touch the internal parts of the printer. Doing so may cause fire, electric shock, or other accidents.

DO NOT disconnect or connect the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may lead to electric shock.

Turn the printer off and unplug the power cable immediately during a thunder storm.

Warnung

Benutzen Sie eine Stromquelle mit der auf dem Geräteschild angegebenen Spannung. Der Anschluß von mehreren Geräten an dieselbe Stromquelle kann zu Kurzschluß führen.

Sorgen Sie dafür, daß der Printer ordentlich geerdet ist. Wenn er nicht geerdet ist, kann ein Kurzschluß Feuer oder Stromschlag verursachen.

Der Printer darf nicht zerlegt oder umgebaut werden! Führen Sie Reparaturen nicht selbst durch! Dies könnte zu Feuer, Stromschlag oder anderen Unfällen führen.

Das Stromkabel darf nicht beschädigt, verändert oder erhitzt werden. Bei Beschädigung muß es sofort ersetzt werden. Der Gebrauch eines beschädigten Stromkabels kann zu Feuer oder Stromschlag führen.

Der Printer darf nicht an Orten aufgestellt werden, die extrem feucht sind, oder wo er mit Flüssigkeiten in Berührung kommen könnte. Falls Flüssigkeit in den Printer gelangt, kann dies zu Feuer, Stromschlag oder anderen schlimmen Unfällen führen.

Die befestigten Abdeckungen des Printers dürfen nicht entfernt werden, da sie Hochspannungsteile oder extrem heiße Teile abdecken. Unvorsichtige Entfernung kann zu Verbrennungen oder Stromschlag führen.

Metallteile oder Flüssigkeiten dürfen nicht mit dem Inneren des Printers in Berührung kommen. Dies könnte zu Feuer, Stromschlag oder anderen Unfällen führen.

Berühren Sie das Stromkabel nicht mit nassen Händen, sonst könnten Sie einen Stromschlag erleiden.

Bei Gewitter muß der Printer sofort ausgeschaltet und von der Stromquelle getrennt werden.

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WARNING

Power OFF the printer and unplug the power cable from the power out- let in any of the following cases:

• When putting your hands inside the printer.

• Smoke, strange noise or smells erupt from the printer.

•A piece of metal or any liquid touches the internal parts or slot of the printer.

•An error requiring service from a service center occurs.

DO NOT put your hand into the paper delivery slot as it may lead to injury on the cutting device.

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Warnung

In jedem der folgenden Fälle muß der Printer sofort ausgeschaltet und von der Stromquelle getrennt werden:

• Wenn Sie mit den Händen in das Gerät fassen.

•Wenn Rauch, ungewöhnliche Geräusche oder Gerüche von dem

Printer ausgehen.

• Wenn Metallteile oder irgendwelche Flüssigkeiten mit dem Inneren

des Printers in Berührung kommen.

•Wenn ein Fehler auftritt, der vom Servicecenter behoben werden muß.

Fassen Sie nicht mit der Hand in den Papierauswurfschlitz, sonst können Sie sich an der Schneidevorrichtung verletzen.

CAUTION

Handle the paper rolls with care because they are very heavy. If you drop them, it could lead to personal injury.

Hold the electric cable by the plug when connecting and disconnecting it. Failing to do so may cause the cable to fray or break which could lead to electric shock and/or fire.

When the waste ink bottle is installed or removed, hold it with both hands with its mouth facing up. If not, waste ink may spill from the bottle. If the waste ink bottle is discarded, cap it tightly.

DO NOT put any paper rolls on an unstable table or a tilted surface as they could fall leading to an injury.

DO NOT get ink on your skin or clothes. Wash off any ink with imme- diately with soapy water.

Do not swallow ink or avoid its splashes on the eye. If it gets into the eye, wash it off with a clean running water and consult a doctor as re- quired. If it is swallowed, do not try to vomit it forcefully, but see a doctor. Keep ink cartridges out of reach of children.

In order to ensure the safe operation of the printer heed all of the cautions and warnings contained throughout this manual.

Vorsicht

Die Papierrollen sind sehr schwer, sie müssen vorsichtig gehandhabt werden. Fallenlassen kann zu Verletzungen führen.

Halten Sie das Stromkabel am Stecker fest, wenn sie es ein- und ausstecken, sonst könnte es brechen oder beschädigt werden, was zu Stromschlag und/oder Feuer führen kann.

Wenn die Abfalltintenflasche eingesetzt oder entfernt wird, halten Sie sie mit beiden Händen mit der Öffnung nach oben weisend. Wenn dies nicht geschieht, kann Tinte aus der Flacshe austreten. Beim Entsorgen der Abfalltintenflasche diese fest verschließen.

Vermeiden Sie Tintenspritzer auf der Haut oder Kleidung. Waschen Sie die Tinte sofort mit Seifenwasser aus.

Legen Sie Papierrollen nicht auf einen wackeligen Tisch oder eine unebene Oberfläche, da das Herunterfallen zu Verletzungen führen kann.

Darauf achten, nicht T inte zu verschlucken oder in die Augen zu spritzen. Falls Tinte versehentlich in die Augen gerät, sofort unter fließendem sauberem Wasser abspülen und anschließend bei Bedarf einen Arzt aufsuchen. Falls Tinte verschluckt wird, nicht Erbrechen verursachen, sondern sofort einen Arzt aufsuchen. Die Tintenpatronen immer außer Reichweite von Kindern halten.

Um den sicheren Betriebs des Plotters zu gewährleisten, beachten Sie bitte alle Warnungen und Vorsichtsmaßnahmen die in diesem Handbuch erwähnt sind.

Handling Precautions

Precautions Regarding the Power Supply

1. Install the printer near an easily accessible electrical outlet.

2. Do not provide power to the printer through the same power line as for noise-generating devices, such as a motor.

3. The power supply voltage must be 100 VAC.

4. Connect the power cable to an electrical outlet. Do not plug several devices into one electrical outlet.

Handling Precautions

1. Turn the power off, wait for at least ten seconds, and turn the power on again.

2. Do not place anything on top of the printer. Do not rest your elbows on the printer.

3. Open and close the top cover gently from the front of the printer with both hands.

4. Before connecting or disconnecting the interface connector, turn the printer off.

5. Do not clean the surface of the cover with benzene or paint thinner. The coating may come off or deteriorate. Wipe the cover clean with a soft cloth. If the cover is very dirty, use a cloth moistened with a neutral detergent.

6. Do not touch the ink-jet head surface.

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Precautions Regarding Consumables

1. Always use the recommended consumables (paper, ink, etc.). Failure to follow this instruction may cause poor print quality or a breakdown.

2. Do not use ink past the date of expiration as this may cause a breakdown.

3. Put a used ink cartridge into a plastic bag and dispose of it as an industrial waste. Observe any regulations for disposal of waste ink bottles.

4. Securely cap waste ink bottle and dispose of it as an industrial waste. Observe any regulations for disposal of waste ink bottles.

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Manual legend (Notational rules)

This manual uses the notational rules for marks, keys, LCD, and LEDs:

Marks

WARNING

Boxes marked with a "WARNING" describe points of caution for avoiding serious bodily harm.

Warnung

Textkästen mit der Bezeichnung "Warnung" weisen auf wichtige Sicherheitsvorschriften zur Vermeidung von schweren Verletzungen hin.

CAUTION

Boxes marked with a "CAUTION" describe points of caution for avoiding injury to yourself or damage to the plotter.

Vorsicht

Textkästen mit der Bezeichnung "Vorsicht" weisen auf wichtige Sicherheitsvorschriften zur Vermeidung von Personen- oder Geräteschäden hin.

NOTE

Boxes marked with a note describe precautions while handling the plotter.

HINT: Hint mark

The hint symbol describes operations that make using or han-

HINT

dling the printer easier.

Reference mark

This mark is followed by a reference section or page number.

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Notation of Keys/LCD/LEDs

Example 1: Keys and messages shown on the LCD in the description

This represents a key on the operation panel.

Press to put the printer offline.

2 Press to select

the first menu in the local operation mode.

Press again to select the second menu in the local operation mode.

This represents the LCD display on the operation panel.



INK SETUP

PAPER XXXX

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST XXXX

Press to enter the function menu.

Example 2: LED states in the text

An on, flashing, or off LED is characterized by the following symbols:

On Flashing Off

*: XXXX: Depends on the type of controller installed.

Example 3: LCD state transitions and key operations in the description

INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT

PRINT READY ROLL : 54" (COATED)

This indicates that the LCD screen changes to another automatically without need to press a key.

INK SETUP PAPER XXXX

A key on the operation panel.

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

This shows that the LCD screen changes to another when the operator presses a key.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction

Deliverables..........................................................................................i

Safety Precautions..............................................................................iv

Sicherheitsvorkehrungen.....................................................................v

Handling Precautions ........................................................................xii

Manual legend (Notational rules)......................................................xiv

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge) 1-1

Features...........................................................................................1-2

Operating Conditions.......................................................................1-4

Installation Space................................................................1-4

Environmental Conditions ...................................................1-5

Consumables...................................................................................1-7

Paper...................................................................................1-7

Ink ..................................................................................1-10

Waste Ink Bottle ................................................................1-12

Cutter.................................................................................1-13

Scroller ..............................................................................1-13

External Views, Part Names, and Functions.................................1-14

Front ..................................................................................1-14

Rear ..................................................................................1-15

Winder (IP-240, IP-241) (Option) ......................................1-16

Bucket (IP-230, IP-231) (Option).......................................1-16

Operation Panel.................................................................1-17

LCD Messages and Printer State..................................................1-19

Messages on the LCD.......................................................1-19

CONTENTS-1

Section 2 Basic Operations

Connecting with Computer ..............................................................2-2

SCSI Controller....................................................................2-2

Network Controller...............................................................2-5

Turning the Power On/Off................................................................2-7

Turning the Power On .........................................................2-8

Turning the Power Off .......................................................2-11

Replacing the Paper Roll...............................................................2-12

Installing Paper Roll on the Scroller and Removing it from the Scroller Installing Paper Roll in the Printer and Removing it from the Printer

Replacing Paper Roll with Another....................................2-18

Replacing Empty Paper Roll .............................................2-18

Replacing Jammed Paper Roll..........................................2-18

Replacing Ink Cartridges...................................................2-19

Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure.............................. 2-19

Replacing Empty Ink Cartridge..........................................2-21

If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Installed..................................... 2-22

Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle......................................................2-23

Waste Ink Bottle Replacement Procedure.........................2-23

If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Full.............................................2-26

If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Not Installed...............................2-26

Replacing the Cutter......................................................................2-27

Head Cleaning "CLEANING".........................................................2-30

Paper Feed "FEED".......................................................................2-32

Paper Cutting "CUT"......................................................................2-33

Installing Paper on Winder (Option)...............................................2-34

Daily Care......................................................................................2-37

2-12 2-13

CONTENTS-2

Section 3 Menu Operations (SCSI Controller)

Basic Menu Operation.....................................................................3-2

Menu Hierarchical Structure................................................3-2

Menu Tree ...........................................................................3-3

Basic Operations and Keys.................................................3-7

Operation Procedure for Choice Input, Value Input,

Execution, and Character Input...........................................3-8

Menu Operations...........................................................................3-14

INK Menu...........................................................................3-14

PAPER Menu ....................................................................3-15

SETUP Menu ....................................................................3-16

RESET Menu ....................................................................3-18

CLEANING Menu..............................................................3-18

FEED Menu.......................................................................3-18

CUT Menu .........................................................................3-19

FUNC Menu ......................................................................3-20

ADJUST Menu ..................................................................3-21

SYSTEM Menu..................................................................3-43

CONTENTS-3

Section 4 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting...............................................................................4-2

Clearing Paper Jam.........................................................................4-3

When an Error Message Appears...................................................4-4

Service Call Errors...............................................................4-4

Communication Errors.........................................................4-7

PDL Warning (Network controller only)............................ 4-8

Operator Call Errors ..........................................................4-11

When the Printer Fails to Work Correctly......................................4-15

When a Print Error Occurs.............................................................4-16

When There Is an Abnormal Sound..............................................4-17

Appendix

Basic Specifications.........................................................................A-2

Printer Specifications...........................................................A-2

Print Modes .........................................................................A-3

Option/Consumables.......................................................................A-4

Option..................................................................................A-4

Consumables.......................................................................A-5

CONTENTS-4

Section 1 Getting Started

(Basic knowledge)

This section provides necessary information to operate the printer . Familiarize yourself with the basics of the printer before reading Section 2 and later.

Contents of this section

Features Operating Conditions

Installation Space Environmental Conditions

Consumables

Paper Ink Waste Ink Bottle Cutter Scroller

External Views, Names of Parts, and Functions

Front Rear Winder (IP-240) (Option) Bucket (IP-230) (Option) Operation Panel

LCD Messages and Printer State

Messages on the LCD

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

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Features

1. High-Speed Output with Newly Developed Wide Piezo Heads

2. High Weather Resistance with Oil-based Pigment Ink

3. High-Quality Prints at True 720 Dpi with Six Inks

An A0-size full-color drawing can be printed in approx. four minutes at 720 dpi by adopting newly developed wide piezo heads. The printer provides high productivity.

Oil-based pigment ink is used to provide high water and light resistance. Therefore, prints can be posted outdoors. The oilbased pigment ink dries so quickly that you do not have to care about drying time even during continuous printing.

A high resolution of true 720 dpi is implemented to print highquality drawings. The printer supports light magenta and light cyan as well as black, magenta, yellow, and cyan to provide color gradations. High-quality prints equivalent to commercial prints can be produced.

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4. Excellent Interface Function

A SCSI model that can transfer data at high speed and an Ethernet Centronics model that inherits popular SII controller technology are available. The Ethernet model supports 100BASE-T and 10 logical ports. The printer can receive data from up to 11 computers at the same time when using the Centronics interface as well.

5. Easy Operation

Large-capacity (500 cc) ink cartridges are provided. In addition, an automatic winder (option) is available to operate the printer even at night without intervention. Ink cartridges and media can be replaced easily from the front side of the printer.

6. Excellent Driver Environment

A Windows driver is provided as standard. Large data can be transferred without any stress. In addition, high-performance RIP is provided to output PostScript data via RIP. The Ethernet model supports high-capacity hard disks and remote control tools. Data can be stored on a hard disk, so it can be reprinted without retransmitting it. Remote control tools can be used to view and change the printer status from the computer.

7. Support of Various Media

Coated Paper, Glossy Paper, Backlit Film, White PET Film, and Adhesive Vinyl, Polyester Cloth are supported. The printer meets all applications.

Features

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

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Operating Conditions

This section describes the operating conditions for the printer.

Installation Space

There must be a sufficient space around the printer for the replacement of frequently used parts, for the output of drawings, and for ventilation. In addition, the maintenance space, shown below, is required to repair the printer or replace components. The installation/maintenance space is shown in the following figure.

Installation and Maintenance Space

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400

600

23456789012345678901234567890121234567890123

1000

400

Height direction: 1700

(Unit : mm)

Environmental Conditions

Operating Temperature and Humidity Levels

The printer should be used within the temperature and humidity levels shown below.

Operating Conditions

80%RH

70%RH

30°C, 80%RH

35°C

15°C

10 20 30

60%RH

35°C

(50%RH)

30%RH

[°C]

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

Temperature

: Print quality is guaranteed. : Plotting can be performed. (The temperature and hu-

midity levels are restricted.)

HINT

- To obtain better print quality, use the plotter within temperatures of 15 to 30 degrees C and a relative humidity of 30% to 70%.

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Places where the printer must not be installed

Do not install the printer in the following places:

- Places exposed to direct sunlight

- Places subject to vibration

- Places with excessive dust

- Places subject to extreme changes in temperature or humidity

- Places near an air conditioner or a heater

- Places where the printer may get wet

- Places subject to direct air circulation from vents

- Places near a diazo copier that may generate ammonia gas

- Places with poor ventilation

- Unstable places

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Consumables

Paper

Available Paper Types

Use the Seiko-recommended paper shown below.

rebmunmetIepytrepaP)htdiw(eziSrebmunmetIepytrepaP)htdiw(eziS

033-PIrepaPdetaoC)mm2731("45453-PImliFtilkcaB)mm2731("45 133-PIrepaPdetaoC)mm0721("05553-PImliFtilkcaB)mm0721("05 233-PIrepaPdetaoC)mm419("63653-PImliFtilkcaB)mm419("63 333-PIrepaPdetaoC)mm148(0A093-PImliFTEPetihW)mm2731("45 433-PIrepaPdetaoC)mm016("42193-PImliFTEPetihW)mm0721("05 533-PIrepaPdetaoC)mm495(1A293-PImliFTEPetihW)mm419("63 633-PIrepaPdetaoC)mm024(2A063-PIlyniVevisehdA)mm2731("45 083-PIrepaPyssolG)mm2731("45163-PIlyniVevisehdA)mm0721("05 183-PIrepaPyssolG)mm0721("05263-PIlyniVevisehdA)mm419("63 283-PIrepaPyssolG)mm419("63153-PIhtolCretseyloP)mm2731("45 383-PIrepaPyssolG)mm016("42253-PIhtolCretseyloP)mm0721("05

353-PIhtolCretseyloP)mm419("63

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

NOTE Failure to use the recommended paper may lead to a dete-

rioration of the print quality or a printer malfunction.

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Precautions for storing paper

-Avoid direct sun light and water regardless of before and after

opening the package. Put paper in envelope to prevent dust and store paper in a dry, cool and dark place.

-Avoid rapid change of temperature and humidity and store pa-

per with no condensing.

- Do not store paper in standing condition to prevent disorder of

paper roll and damage of paper edge.

- Do not pile up paper rolls.

Precautions for disposing paper

- Dispose paper in rule matched to the actual situation.

If there is a limitation for disposal in regulations, follow to that regulations.

Precautions for use

-Avoid change of temperature and humidity after opening pack-

age. Set paper after leaving paper in the operation environment for 3hours or more. Use care for change of humidity due to ON/ OFF of the air conditioner.

- In paper characteristics, curl of paper in low humidity and

wrinkle of paper in high humidity are easy to be generated. Use paper in normal temperature and humidity environment (around 23 °C and 50%RH).

- Do not use scratched, wrinkled, curled, or stained with dust pa-

per. Especially , paper edge (both edge of paper) effects to paper feeding. Also, do not drop or wet the paper. If doing so, it may give bad effect to print quality and causes malfunction.

- Hold margins of the paper not to touch the print surface.

Adhesion of sebaceous matter or sweat may cause bad effect to print quality.

- Amend mis-roll of the paper before setting.

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Precautions for handling prints.

-Do not touch the print surface before drying up the ink. Hold margins of the paper for handling. Especially use care before 24hours after printing.

- Rubbing print surface causes color fading or color transfer. Do not pile print surface to prevent color transfer.

- Do not pile with copy prints or laser prints to prevent sticking due to ink or toner.

- Do not rub, scratch, or hold the paper to prevent pealing.

- Do not rub or leave the paper in wet condition to prevent blurring.

Other precautions

-Cloth and Vinyl (with glue) can not be cut with a built-in cutter.

- Paper causes color fading and a change in quality in getting old. Check paper condition and use good conditioned paper.

- Joints of thread of the cloth may look white.

- When using Backlit Film, put the print surface as the face and give light from the back (film surface).

-When using Vinyl (with glue), adhesive matter (glue) may be sticked to the platen. In that case, wipe up the adhesive matter referring to "Section 2, Daily Care". Sticking of adhesive matter may cause paper jamming.

- There is a case that an error is generated due to missing of paper drop from the printer. Remove the print after cutting to prevent such an error or set a paper again after the error.

-We recommend PET and Vinyl for coating the print. PP (Polypropylene) coating may cause a trouble. Check effectiveness before coating.

- Paper dust due to cutting may cause float of coating.

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Ink

Ink types

Use the Seiko-recommended ink cartridges listed below.

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NOTE

- Failure to use the recommended ink cartridge may lead to a

deterioration of the print quality or a printer malfunction.

- The valid period of the ink is 18 months after the manufac-

ture date.

- Do not shake ink cartridges before use.

- All six color cartridges must be installed.

If any of the cartridges is removed, a new one must be installed.

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Ink cartridges must be installed in all six slots. The positions of ink cartridges are specified by color. (See the figure below.)

Black Light

Cyan

Light

Magenta

Cyan Magenta Yellow

Consumables

WARNING

- Never put the waste ink bottle near open flames. Failure to follow this warning might result in fire.

CAUTION

- A void ink ingestion or splashes on skin or in eyes. Failure to do so may cause difficulty in breathing or damage to sensitive eye tissue. Keep ink cartridges out of the reach of children.

- Do not drop the ink on the skin. If it is got on the skin, wash it off.

- Do not attempt to disassemble ink cartridges.

Precautions for ink storage and processing

CAUTION

- Securely put a used ink cartridge into a plastic bag and dispose of it as an industrial waste. Observe any regulations for disposal of ink cartridges.

NOTE

- Ink has an expiration date. If it is exceeded, the printer quality may deteriorate or the printer may malfunction.

- Store ink cartridges in a dry, cool and dark place.

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Waste Ink Bottle

Use the Seiko-recommended waste ink bottle listed below.

- Never put the waste ink bottle near open flames. Failure to

- Do not attempt to disassemble a waste ink bottle.

- Avoid ink ingestion or splashes in eyes. Failure to do so

- Do not drop the waste ink on the skin. If it is got on the skin,

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wash it off.

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NOTE

- Install the waste ink bottle securely. If not, the amount of waste ink cannot be detected correctly, causing a spillage.

- A waste ink bottle must always be installed. If it is removed for replacement, a new one must be installed.

Precautions for handling the waste ink bottle

CAUTION

- Securely cap and put a used waste ink bottle into a plastic bag and dispose of it as an industrial waste. Observe any regulations for disposal of ink cartridges.

Cutter

Consumables

NOTE

- When the waste ink bottle is installed or removed, hold it with both hands with its mouth facing up. If not, waste ink may spill from the bottle.

Use the Seiko-specified replacement cutter blade.

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CAUTION

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- Take care not to cut your fingers when replacing blades.

Use the Seiko-specified replacement scroller.

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External Views, Part Names, and Functions

This section shows the external views of the printer, the names of parts of the printer and describes their functions.

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Front

(2)

(4)

Ink cartridge

(6)

(5)

(1)

(2)

Roll paper

(9)

(4)

(8)

Waste ink bottle

Release

Lock

(3)

(1) Operation panel The lamps and LCD, which indicate the printer status, and keys for

setting functions are located on the operation panel. (2) Ink holder Holds the ink bottles. (3) Caster Unlock the caster to move the printer, and lock it to secure the printer. (4) Ink cover Open the ink cover to replace ink cartridges. (5) Paper feeder Feeds paper. (6) Scroller Set roll paper. (7) Lever Nips paper when inserting it into the paper feeder or releases the nip

when paper jam occurs. (8) Waste ink bottle slot Place the waste ink bottle on this slot. (9) Waste ink bottle cover Open this cover to replace the waste ink bottle.

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RearRear

External Views, Part Names, and Functions

(19)

(10)

(11)

(14)

(15)

(13)

SCSI controller

(12)

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(18) (16) (17)

Network controller

(10) Power receptacle (11) Circuit breaker (12) Rear cover (13) SCSI connector (14) ID switch (SCSI controller) (15) Terminator switch (16) Ethernet connector (17) Centronics connector (Network controller) (18) IC card slot

(for maintenance service. This is masked with a bracket.)

(19) Paper outlet

* The printer is equipped with a SCSI controller or a network controller.

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Winder (IP-240, IP-241) Å(Option)

An optional winder that winds a drawing discharged from the delivery slot of the printer is available.

Document pocket

Winder scroller + Paper core

Roll cover

Winder

Bucket (IP-230, IP-231) Å(Option)

The optional bucket is available to receive the drawings output through the lower paper delivery slot.

Document pocket

Paper bucket

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Roll cover

Operation Panel

Keys, LEDs, and the LCD are laid out on the operation panel as follows. It has a buzzer to alert errors or invalid key operations.

(4) LCD Shows the printer status

and menus.

External Views, Part Names, and Functions

(3) Power switch Turns the printer ON

or OFF.

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(2) Keys Used to set printer functions.

(1) LED The LEDs light, flash, or turn off to

the status of the printer.

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LCD Messages and Printer State

This section explains the messages shown on the LCD and outlines menu operations.

Messages on the LCD

(1) Initialization display

The printer is being initialized.

- SCSI controller

Booting

INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT

*: When the system starts normally, both controllers go online and enter idle mode

automatically.

(2) Online state (idle mode) display

- Network controller

INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT

(When the printer is installed for the first time, it prompts an IP address. For details, see the User's Guide (Function Settings).)

SYSTEM VERSION 01A

The printer can receive data from the computer.

- SCSI controller

PRINT READY ROLL : 54” (COATED)

- Network controller

PRINT READY SXXX ROLL : 54” (COATED)

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Status display Paper information

Status display SXXX: Number of jobs to be processed Paper information

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(3) Online state (data analysis mode) display

The printer is analyzing data received from the computer.

- SCSI controller

This state is not present.

(4) Online state (print mode) display

The printer is printing.

- Network controller

PROCESSING *S001 X01 2_HPGL J001

Status display

* Data processing information (flashing) S001 : Number of jobs to be processed

(000 to 100)

Communication information

X01 : Communication channel name Xn : XPT protocol (n=port number) Ln : LPD protocol (n=port number) Fn : FTP protocol (n=port number) PR : Parallel

2: Setup table number (1 to 4) HPGL : PDL name J001 : Name of job being processed

(001 to 999)

- SCSI controller

PRINTING ROLL : 54” (COATED)

Status display Paper information

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- Network controller

PRINT 01/01 S001 X01 2_HPGL J001

Status display

01/01 : N umber of prints/number of

copies to be printed

S001 : Print information (000 to 100) Communication information

X01 : Communication channel name

2 : Setup table number

HPGL : PDL name

J001 : Number of job being analyzed

(001 to 999)

(5) Online state (print dry mode) display

The printer is drying paper after printing.

LCD Messages and Printer State

- SCSI controller

DRYING ROLL : 54” (COATED)

*: The print dry state is displayed after printing only if the print dry time has been set (see SCSI

controller on Section 3, Menu Operation and the User's Guide (Function Settings).

(6) Online state (print pause mode) display

- Network controller

DRYING S001 X02 2_HPGL J002

The printer is paused.

- SCSI controller

- Print stop and resume

PRINTING ROLL : 54” (COATED)

- Network controller

- Print stop and resume

PRINT 01/01 *S001

X01 2_HPGL J002

INK SETUP

PAPER JOB

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The ONLINE LED flashes.

- Print cancel (end)

PRINTING ROLL : 54” (COATED)

The ONLINE LED flashes.

PRINT READY ROLL : 54” (COATED)

Press the mode to start the head cleaning.

key in the print pause

- Print cancel (end)

INK SETUP PAPER JOB

CANCEL

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(7) Online state (nest mode) display

The printer is in the nesting wait state.

- SCSI controller

This state is not present.

(8) Online state (nest print mode) display

The printer is nest-printing.

- SCSI controller

This state is not present.

- Network controller

NESTING S000

nnnn sec

Nesting wait state

When the key is pressed in the nesting wait state, nesting can be stopped and printing can be performed.

NEST PRINT S001 X01 2_HPGL J001

- Network controller

NEST PRINT *S001 X01 2_HPGL J001

(9) Online state (remote operation mode) display

The printer is in remote control mode.

- SCSI controller

This state is not present.

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Copy information is not displayed during nest printing. The information about the first nested job is displayed.

- Network controller

REMOTE S000

When printing is stopped during remote operation, this screen is displayed. When the remote operation ends, the LCD returns to its original state automatically.

(10) Online state (power save mode) display

The printer is saving power.

LCD Messages and Printer State

- SCSI controller

(11) Online state (print information mode) display

Print information is displayed.

- SCSI controller

PRINT READY ROLL : 54” (COATED)

Online idle state

Bk INK REST: XXX% Lc INK REST: XXX%

- Network controller

POWER SAVING S000 ROLL : 54” (COATED)

When the printer is kept online for a certain time, it enters power save mode.

- Network controller

PRINT READY SXXX

ROLL : 54” (COATED)

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Online idle state

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FEED LENm 5678

Three-second intervals or

Lm INK REST: XXX% C INK REST: XXX%

Three-second intervals or

M INK REST: XXX% Y INK REST: XXX%

Then, the printer returns to online idle mode.

Three-second intervals or

Bk INK REST: XXX%

Lc INK REST: XXX%

Three-second intervals or

Lm INK REST: XXX%

C INK REST: XXX%

Three-second intervals or

M INK REST: XXX%

Y INK REST: XXX%

Then, the printer returns to online idle mode.

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(12) Offline (menu mode) display

Menus can be operated in offline mode.

- SCSI controller

INK SETUP PAPER

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST

- Network controller

- Idling

INK SETUP PAPER JOB

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST PROTO

- Printing, nesting

INK SETUP PAPER JOB

*: , , , and are access keys to menus.

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RESET CLEANING

SYSTEM

PROTO

The protocol and system are displayed for reference only.

(13) Shutdown state display

The printer is shutting down.

LCD Messages and Printer State

- SCSI controller

SHUTDOWN WAIT A MOMENT

- Network controller

SHUTDOWN WAIT A MOMENT

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Section 2 Basic Operations

Contents of this section

Connecting with Computer

SCSI Controller Network Controller

Turning the Power On/Off

Turning the Power On Turning the Power Off

Replacing the Paper Roll

Installing Paper Roll on the Scroller and Removing it from the Scroller

Installing Paper Roll in the Printer and Removing it from the Printer Replacing Paper Roll with Another Replacing Empty Paper Roll Replacing Jammed Paper Roll

Replacing Ink Cartridges

Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure Replacing Empty Ink Cartridge If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Installed

Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle

Waste Ink Bottle Replacement Procedure If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Full

If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Not Installed Replacing the Cutter Head Cleaning "CLEANING" Paper Feed "FEED" Paper Cutting "CUT" Installing Paper on Winder (Option) Daily Care

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Section 2 Basic Operations

Connecting with Computer

The method of connecting the printer with a computer depends on the type of controller built in the printer. This section describes each of the connection methods. If the printer has a network controller, the IP address and parameter settings for each port are requited after cable connection. This section only shows system configurations and cable connection procedure. For information on parameter settings for each port, see the separate "User's Guide (Function Settings)."

SCSI Controller

System configuration (connection example)

The following connection is possible.

Printer

Connection procedure

Connect a cable as follows:

Turn the printer and the computer OFF.

NOTE

- When the printer is connected with the computer, turn the printer ON, and then turn the computer ON. To turn the system OFF, turn the computer OFF , and then turn the printer OFF.

SCSI interface

(Printer server PostScript RIP)

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Connecting with Computer

Connect a SCSI cable to a SCSI connector on the rear of the printer.

(It can be connected to any one of two SCSI connectors.)

NOTE

- Use a dedicated SCSI cable (68-68-pin, 6 m). If using a cable except the specified one, the printer can not satisfy FCC and CE regulations.

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SCSI connector

Set the ID switch on the rear of the printer.

Set the ID number with a small normal driver, etc. (Initial ID value: 4)

ID switch

NOTE

- The ID number must not be unique in the SCSI chain. (Initial setting: 4)

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Set the terminator on the rear of the printer to ON or OFF.

Terminator switch

The printer has the SCSI terminator ON/OFF function. If the external terminator is not used and the printer is a terminating device in the SCSI chain (only one SCSI connector is connected), set the terminator switch to ON. If the printer is not a terminating device, set it to OFF.

NOTE

- For information on how to use the SCSI driver, see "Read.me" in the SCSI driver.

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Network Controller

System configuration (connection example)

The following connection is possible.

Connecting with Computer

Port 10

Ethernet interface Centronics interface

Port 3

Port 2

Port 1

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NOTE

- The Ethernet interface has up to 10 ports.

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Connection procedure

Connect the cable as follows:

1 2

Turn the printer and computers OFF.

Connect the cable to the Ethernet (10base-T/100baseTX) connector or Centronics (IEEE 1284) connector.

Ethernet connector

For information on parameter (IP address, etc.) settings, see the separate "User's Guide (Function Settings)."

Centronics (IEEE 1284) connector

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Turning the Power On/Off

The printer has two power switches : circuit breaker (primary switch) and power ON/OFF switch (secondary switch).

Circuit breaker

Power ON/OFF switch

Printer rear Printer front (operation panel)

The printer turns ON by turning the breaker ON. Afterward, turn the printer ON/OFF by the ON/OFF switch on the operation panel. Turn the printer OFF by the breaker when leaving the printer for a long time.

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NOTE

- When the printer is connected with the computer, turn the printer ON, and then turn the computer ON. To turn the system OFF, turn the computer OFF, and then turn the printer OFF.

- In ON condition of the breaker, the printer power turns ON when the power cable is unplugged and plugged or the printer is turned on electricity after power failure.

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Turning the Power On

Turn OFF the circuit breaker on the rear of the printer, and plug one end of the supplied power cable into the socket of the printer. Insert the other power plug of the cable into an electrical outlet.

Circuit breaker (OFF)

Power cable

Power socket

NOTE

- Do not use the other power cable than specified in this printer.

- Verify that the supplied power cable meets the local AC power supply specifications.

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Turn ON the circuit breaker on the rear of the printer.

Circuit breaker (ON)

Turning the Power On/Off

Power ON/OFF switch

Turn ON the power ON/OFF switch on the operation panel.

When the switch is turned ON, a power-on self-diagnostic test is performed and the following message appears on the LCD on the operation panel.

NOTE

- When the circuit breaker on the rear of the printer is turned ON, the printer is turned ON and power-on self-diagnosis starts even when the power ON/OFF switch on the operation panel is not pressed.

- Turn OFF the printer while “PRINT READY” is displayed on the LCD panel except emergency.

Do not turn OFF the printer while “INITIALIZING” or “CLEAN-

ING” is displayed on the LCD panel to avoid drop of the ink and damage of the head.

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- SCSI controller

- Network controller

Booting

INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT

PRINT READY ROLL : 54” (COATED)

If a 54" coated paper roll is used

INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT

When the power is turned ON for the first time after purchasing the printer, a guidance message is displayed to prompt you to set an IP address. (See the User's Guide (Functions Settings) for details.)

JOB CANCEL

YES NO

When there is a job, this message is displayed. When "NO" is selected, a saved job can be printed. If no key is pressed for 10 seconds, "NO" is selected automatically.

SYSTEM VERSION 01 A

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PRINT READY S000 ROLL : 54” (COATED)

If a 54" coated paper roll is used

- If the fan does not run or the operation panel lamp does not

HINT

light when the circuit breaker and power ON/OFF switch are turned ON, the power supply may be faulty.

- If an error is detected during the self-diagnostic test at power on, an error message appears on the LCD. See the Section 4, Troubleshooting and take appropriate measure.

Turning the Power Off

Turning the Power On/Off

- SCSI controller and Network controller

Turn OFF the power ON/OFF switch on the operation panel.

SHUTDOWN WAIT A MOMENT

The above message is displayed on the LCD to indicate that a shutdown process is in progress. After the process ends, the power is turned OFF.

To turn the printer OFF, press the power ON/OFF switch on the operation panel for several seconds.

CAUTION

- The circuit breaker on the rear of the printer should be used only when the printer is turned OFF completely in order to move it, connect it with a computer, install or maintain its parts.

- Turn the power ON/OFF switch OFF, wait for at least ten seconds, then turn it ON again.

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Replacing the Paper Roll

This section describes how to install a paper roll on the scroller, remove it from the scroller, install a paper roll on the printer, and remove it from the printer. A paper roll is replaced in three cases:

- If a paper roll is replaced with another

- If it is replaced when it runs out

- If it is replaced when it jams

A paper replacement procedure in each case is explained below.

I nstalling Paper Roll on the Scroller and Removing it from the Scroller

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Remove the left flange from the scroller.

Scroller

The right flange is fixed

Left flange

Remove the paper roll from the scroller.

Paper roll

Attach a new paper roll to the scroller.

NOTE

- Install the paper roll in the direction shown above.

- Be careful not to damage the edge of the paper roll when inserting it.

- Install the paper roll on the scroller or remove it from the scroller laterally on the table. Do not stand the paper roll to install or remove it on / from the scroller to avoid paper skew due to slackness of the paper roll.

- Install paper roll on the scroller after whisking away dust covered on the side and print surface of the paper roll.

to the scroller.

Paper roll

Replacing the Paper Roll

Installing Paper Roll in the Printer and Removing it from the Printer

Close the left flange tightly.

Left flange

Lift the lever.

Remove the paper.

Paper roll Cut sheet

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Install new paper on the printer.

Paper roll Cut sheet

Pay attention to the right and left flanges. (Use care not to hit the right flange to the lever. Hit the left side edge of the scroller to the plunger for mounting the scroller first to avoid hitting the right flange to the lever in the right side.)

(Paper setting direction)

Flange

Paper

Flange

Paper

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Check whether the paper edge is straight.

If not, cut it straight with a cutter and so on.

Paper roll

Guide line

Cutter

Paper roll

Feed the paper until a buzzer sounds from the paper feeder.

Feed the paper until an edge of the paper goes out 200 mm or more from the paper outlet.

Paper roll Cut sheet

Paper feeder

Perforated line

NOTE

- Paper may stick to the paper feeder and is hard to set due to operational condition especially low humidity. In such case, float paper from the paper feeder and set paper to the paper feeder by holding both edges of the paper.

When feeding a paper roll, hold it at the center and rewind the flange to take up the slack in the paper. The perforated line on the printer is no more than a guide

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line. Install paper roll on the printer in a straight line against the paper roll.

Paper roll

Flange

Hold it at the center.

Replacing the Paper Roll

SELECT PAPER ROLL/SHEET : ROLL

Push down the lever.

Perform operations according to the guidance message shown on the LCD.

Select either paper roll or cut sheet.

Select ROLL PAPER or CUT SHEET with or key. Press the key to change setting. Press the key to leave the setting as it is.

Select a paper type.

SELECT PAPER ROLL/SHEET : SHEET

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SELECT PAPERTYPE PAPER : COATED

Select paper type with or key. Press the key to change setting. Press the key to leave the setting as it is.

SELECT PAPERTYPE PAPER : XXX

○○○

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(Custom Paper selection and entry)

NOTE

The "custom paper selection and entry" is supported after version 2.00 of the engine-SCSI firmware. This function is not supported at version 1.xx of the engine-SCSI firmware.

The "custom paper selection and entry" is supported at combination of engine-SCSI firmware version 2.00 or later and network controller firmware version 03A or later. This function is not supported at combination of firmware without described above.

SELECT PAPERTYPE PAPER : COATED

Select a paper type with and keys.

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SELECT PAPERTYPE PAPER : TYPE01

SELECT PAPERTYPE NEW PAPER ENTRY

(only registered custom papers can be selected.)

•Press key to enter to NEW PAPER ENTRY menu.

• Operation of the new paper entry is same as operation for paper entry from ADJUST menu.

• Press key to return to SELECT PAPERTYPE menu.

Replacing the Paper Roll

The paper will be set automatically.

PREPARING PAPER WAIT A MOMENT

- If it is ended normally, return to offline or online state.

- If abnormal end occurs, go back to step 1.

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Replacing Paper Roll with Another

Replacing Empty Paper Roll

Put the printer offline. (Press the key.)

XXX XXX PAPER XXX

Press the key and press the key.

LIFT LEVER

Replace the paper according to the Installing Paper Roll on the Printer and Removing it from The Printer.

A message appears on the LCD.

LIFT LEVER 1 SET PAPER

Replacing Jammed Paper Roll

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Replace the paper according to the Installing Paper Roll on the Printer and Removing it from the Printer.

See the Cleaning Paper Jam on the Section 4, Troubleshooting.

Replacing Ink Cartridges

This section describes how to replace an ink cartridge. Ink cartridges should be replaced in two cases:

- If ink has run out

- If an ink cartridge is not installed The ink cartridge replacement procedure in each case is explained below.

NOTE

- Do not remove the ink cartridge from the printer until ink

cartridge becomes empty.

Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure

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1 2

Open the ink cover.

Remove an ink cartridge from the printer.

Ink cover

Ink cartridge

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Insert a new ink cartridge into the printer.

Ink cover

New ink cartridge

Close the ink cover.

Ink cover

Ink is sucked from the ink cartridge.

CLEANING WAIT A MOMENT XX

- If it is ended normally, return to offline or online state.

XX: Figure will be increased in approximately 5 second.

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- If abnormal end occurs, go back to step 1.

Replacing Empty Ink Cartridge

Replacing Ink Cartridges

A guidance message appears.

OPEN L INKCOVER 1 CHANGE XX INK

XX: Ink name Bk: BLACK Lc: LIGHT CYAN Lm: LIGHT MAGENTA

OPEN R INKCOVER 1 CHANGE XX INK

XX: Ink name C: CYAN M: MAGENTA Y: YELLOW

Replace the ink cartridge according to the Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure.

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If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Installed

A guidance message appears.

OPEN L INKCOVER SET XX INK

XX: Ink name Bk: BLACK Lc: LIGHT CYAN Lm: LIGHT MAGENTA

OPEN R INKCOVER SET XX INK

XX: Ink name C: CYAN M: MAGENTA Y: YELLOW

Replace the ink cartridge according to the Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure.

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Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle

This section describes how to replace a waste ink bottle. The waste ink bottle should be replaced in two cases:

- If the waste ink bottle is full

- If the waste ink bottle is not installed The waste ink bottle replacement procedures for these cases are presented below.

NOTE

-Do not replace the waste ink bottle during printing.

Waste Ink Bottle Replacement Procedure

Remove the waste ink bottle cover and take out the waste ink bottle from the printer.

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Waste ink bottle

Waste ink cover

Cap the waste ink bottle.

Cap

Rubber plug

Waste ink bottle

NOTE

- Do not direct the rubber plug side downwards, or ink may

splash.

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Prepare a new waste ink bottle.

rubber inlet

holes (Holes should be arranged longitudinally.)

NOTE

- Make sure that three holes of the rubber inlet of the waste ink bottle are arranged longitudinally. (See the figure.)

- Shake a new waste ink bottle to uniform inner coagulant before instalation.

Insert a new waste ink bottle by pushing "PUSH" mark on the waste ink bottle. (See the figure.)

NOTE

- When using a waste ink bottle with no "PUSH" label, insert it by pushing the same position as figure’s.

- Insert the waste ink bottle securely until it hits to the depth of the holder.

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Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle

Attack the waste ink bottle cover.

waste ink bottle cover

NOTE

- If the waste ink bottle cover can not be closed, the waste

ink bottle in not inserted in the specified position, insert it again.

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•Waste ink bottle replacement complectes successfully, the printer returns to online or offline.

•Waste ink bottle replacement can not be complected successfully, return to step 3.

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If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Full

If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Not Installed

A guidance message appears on the LCD.

WASTE INK FULL CHANGE BOTTLE

Replace the waste ink bottle according to the Waste Ink Bottle Replacement Procedure.

A guidance message appears on the LCD.

BOTTLE ISN’T SET SET BOTTLE

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Install a new waste ink bottle in the printer and install the waste ink bottle cover.

⇒ See the step 3 of the Waste Ink Bottle Replacement

Procedure.

Replacing the Cutter

Replace the cutter when it does not cut well. This section explains how to replace the cutter.

INK SETUP PAPER XXX

Put the printer offline. (Press the key.)

INK SETUP PAPER XXX

Press the key twice to display the FUNC menu.

Press the key to select the FUNC menu, then press the and keys to select CUTTER CHANGE.

Press the key to display the following message.

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

# CUTTER CHANGE >

FUNC XXX ADJUST XXX

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# CUTTER CHANGE > OK ?

Press the key to move the carriage to the center.

CARRIAGE MOVING WAIT A MOMENT

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After the carriage moves, it starts cutter replacement.

OPEN REAR COVER CHANGE CUTTER

Carriage

Open the rear cover.

Rear cover

CLOSE REAR COVER

The abobe message appears, but close the rear coner after step 11.

Loosen the screw holding the cutter fitting with fingers, and lift it off.

Lift the cutter holder lever a little and turn it horizontally and lift the cutter off.

Carriage Cutter fitting

Screw

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Cutter Cutter holder lever

CAUTION

Replacing the Cutter

11 12

Home position

Insert a new cutter into the slot where the old cutter existed, and fix the cutter holder lever.

Cutter Cutter holder lever

Install the cutter fitting from above, turn the screw with fingers to secure the cutter.

Close the rear cover.

Rear cover

CARRIAGE MOVING WAIT A MOMENT

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The carriage finishes moving

# CUTTER CHANGE >

After closing the rear cover, the carriage returns to its home position and the menu selection screen returns.

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Head Cleaning "CLEANING"

Put the printer offline. (Press the key.)

INK SETUP PAPER XXX

Press the key to display the CLEANING menu.

INK SETUP PAPER XXX

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

Press the key to start head cleaning.

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# CLEANING >

Press the key.

# CLEANING * OK?

Head Cleaning "CLEANING"

Press the key again.

CLEANING WAIT A MOMENT XX

NOTE

- The cleaning takes several minutes.

When the cleaning is complete, the screen of step 3 returns automatically.

# CLEANING >

Press the key to return the original offline mode.

XX : Figure will be increased

in approximately 5 second.

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Paper Feed "FEED"

This feature is used to feed paper manually after printing. (It is valid when the CUTTER in DRAWING PARAM is "OFF".)

Put the printer offline. (Press the key.)

INK SETUP PAPER XXX

Press the key to display the FEED menu.

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

Hold down the key.

PAPER FEEDING

While the key is kept pressed, the currently selected roll paper is fed. If a cut sheet is used, it is discharged.

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When the key is released, paper feeding stops and the top screen returns in offline mode.

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

Paper Cutting "CUT"

This feature is used to cut paper manually after printing. (It is valid when the CUTTER in DRAWING PARAM is set to "OFF".)

Put the printer offline. (Press the key.)

INK SETUP PAPER XXX

Press the key to display the CUT menu.

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

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Press the key.

PAPER CUTTING

When the key is pressed, the paper is cut. If a cut sheet is used, it is discharged. The cutter operates even if there is no paper. After the paper has been cut, the top screen appears in offline mode.

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

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Installing Paper on Winder (Option)

A paper winder unit is available as an option. It winds roll paper for storage without cutting it. Use the paper winder unit as follows:

Insert the winding scroller into the paper tube.

NOTE

- Use a paper tube which has same paper width as paper feed side’s one. If using a wider paper tube than paper feed side, paper winding error may occur.

Install the scroller with the paper tube in the winder.

Winder

Paper tube

Scroller

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Raise the lever, insert paper from the paper feed side scroller through the paper feeder, lower the lever, and feed paper from the Feed menu on the operation panel (see Section 3, Menu Operation (Feed Menu)) until paper can be wound.

Paper feeder

Paper delivery unit (rear)

Installing Paper on Winder (Option)

Tape the edge of the paper on the scroller paper tube at three places: both sides and center.

Tape

Scroller paper tube

NOTE

- Pay attention to the direction of attaching tape on the wind-

ing side.

Manually turn the scroller flange in the direction of winding to wind the paper slightly.

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Check the positions of the paper and winding sensor, and install it.

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NOTE

- Slacken the paper so that it passes inside the winding sensor.

- If the scroller is installed on the winding unit, paper is not cut. If the winder is not used, shift the scroller from the winder unit.

If the winder is used

If the winder is not used

- when paper roll for the winder closes to diameter of the winder’s flange, remove the winder side paper roll and replace the paper tube to new one. If not so, a winding error may occur.

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In case that the paper roll for the winder exceeds diameter of the winder’s flange.

- When printing without using winder, edge of paper or printing surface may get damege or be folded due to contact to the winding sensor in the wind.

Daily Care

Turn OFF the printer power switch before cleaning.

Cleaning outer case

If the outer case of printer was stained, wipe up stain with soft cloth soaked in water or water downed neutral detergent and wringed well.

NOTE

- Do not use volatile solvent such as thinner or benzine to

prevent fade or detoriation of printing.

Cleaning rear cover, paper feed, and cutter groove

Vacuum dust with a vacuum cleaner. If stain is severe, wipe up stain with soft cloth soaked in alcohol.

Rear cover

Paper feed

Cutter groove

NOTE

- Do not blow off paper dust.

If doing so, print quility gets bad influence.

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Cleaning platen

When glue adheres to platen or ink drops on the platen, clean the platen with the following procedure:

Open the rear cover, put a soft cloth on ink stained with the platen to infiltrate ink into the soft cloth.

Infiltrate ink into the soft cloth with care not to spread it.

Soft cloth

Platen

Ink

Sop up the ink mark on the platen with a soft cloth moisten alcohol.

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Platen

Soft cloth moisten alcohol.

Daily Care

If ink gets into vacuum holes on the platen, sop up ink clung to the holes with a mini-cotton swab of goods on the market, then sop up again with a mini-cotton swab moisten alcohol.

Use a mini-cotton swab of which diameter is 3 mm level.

Platen

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mini-cotton swab

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Cleaning paper cut waste under the carriage

Clean the paper cut waste under the carriage with the following procedures:

1 2

Move the carriage to the center with step 1 to 6 of the replacing the cutter.

Open the rear cover.

Wipe up paper cut waste under the carriage with wipe stickes (consumables) .

(Paper cut waste is gathered to especially under front of the carriage.)

Close the rear cover.

Home position

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Rear cover

CARRIAGE MOVING WAIT A MOMENT

The carriage finishes moving.

# CUTTER CHANGE >

After closing the rear cover, the carriage returns to its home position and the menu selection screen returns.

Daily Care

NOTE

- Do not use other than the specified wipe sticks.

- Do not damage head surface in depth under the carriage

by stuffing wipe stick forcibly.

- Do not use the wipe sticks used before to avoid stain of

the platen. If the platen is stained, clean the platen refer to “Cleaning the platen”.

- Use care that wipe stick hits the cutter.

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Section 3 Menu Operations

(SCSI controller)

This section outlines the user menu structure and operations. It applies to the SCSI controller only . For information on network controller operations , see the User's Guide (Function Settings).

Contents of this section

Basic Menu Operation

Menu Hierarchical Structure Menu Tree Basic Operations and Keys Operation Procedure for Choice Input, Value Input,

Execution and Character Input

Menu Operations

INK Menu PAPER Menu SETUP Menu RESET Menu CLEANING Menu FEED Menu CUT Menu FUNC Menu ADJUST Menu SYSTEM Menu

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Basic Menu Operation

When the key is pressed in online idle mode, the printer is put offline, a menu group appears on the LCD, and menu operations can be performed.

INK SETUP PAPER

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST

Menu Hierarchical Structure

The menu has the following hierarchical structure:

This menu is displayed at the first level. Some menus have several sub-menus.

<Second-level menus>

Sub-menus of the menu group

Select a selected menu item or enter a value. There are three methods: choice, value entry, and execution.

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Menu Tree

- SCSI controller

Basic Menu Operation

INK SETUP PAPER

INK menu

SETUP menu

PAPER menu

XX INK REST: XXX% DATE : XX/XX/XX

DRY MODE

DRY TIME : XXXsec

EDGE CUT TIMER

ROLL : XXX YYY

Three-second intervals

DRY TIME : XXXsec

SHEET : XXX YYYmmXZZZmm

Three-second intervals

DRY TIME : XXXsec

Execution form (Display)

Enter a choice.

- NONE

- AUTO

- MANUAL Enter a value.

Enter a choice.

- NONE

- AUTO

- 30min

- 1hour

- 2hours

- 4hours

Execution form (Display)

RESET FEED CLEANING CUT

RESET menu

FEED menu

CLEANING menu

CUT menu

INITIALIZING WAIT A MOMENT

PAPER FEEDING

CLEANING WAIT A MOMENT

PAPER CUTTING

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Execution form

3-3

FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST

FUNCTION menu

CUTTER CHANGE

MENU PRINT

ERROR LOG

SCSI TRACE

Execution form

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Basic Menu Operation

ADJUST menu

ADJUST PATTERN

FEED PATTERN

(*4)

PAPER FEED ADJ

(*3)

HS ADJUST VALUE

H-POS ADJ XX

(*3)

HS H-POS ADJ XX

I-POS ADJ XX

(*3)

HS I-POS ADJ XX

(*1)

C_PAPER SELECT

(*1)

C_PAPER NAME

Enter a choice.

- NOZZLE ADJ.

PAPER FEED ADJ.

- HEAD POS. ADJ.

Enter a choice.

- ROUGH1

- ROUGH2

- DETAIL Enter a value.

Enter a choice.

- NORMAL

- HS Enter a value.

XX: Lc,Lm,C,M,Y

Enter a value. XX: Lc,Lm,C,M,Y

Enter a value. XX: Bk,Lc,Lm,C,M,Y

Enter a value. XX: BK Lc, Lm, C, M, Y

Enter a choice.

• 01: XXX :

• 10: xxx (xxx: paper name)

Enter characters.

This is displayed when "HS" is selected in "HS ADJUST VALUE".

(*1)

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C_FEED ADJ

(*1)

C_DRY TIME

(*1)

C_SCAN TIME

(*1)

C_EDGE CUT MODE

(*1)

C_EDGE CUT TIME

(*1)

C_CUT SEQUENCE

Enter a value.

Enter a choice.

• NONE • 30min • 1hour • 2hours

• 4hours • MANUAL

Enter a value.

Enter a choice.

• OFF

• SEQUENCE 1 :

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C_SPECIAL MODE

(*1)

C_PAPER DELETE

(*1)

PAPER SETTING

(*1)

(*3)

DRAFT PRINT

(*2)

HS PRINT

(*2)

STANDARD PRINT

(*2)

HD PRINT

(*2)

HQ PRINT

(*1): Displays marked with "*1" are supported at engine-SCSI firmware version 2.00 or later.

Those are not displayed at firmware version 1.xx or former.

(*2): Displays marked with "*2" are supported at engine-SCSI firmware version 3.00 or later.

Those are not displayed at firmware version 2.xx or former.

(*3): Displays marked with "*3" are supported at IP-4500 / 4010MKII engine-SCSI firmware version 5.00 or

later. Those are not displayed at firmware version 4.xx or former.

(*4): Displays marked with "*4" are supported at IP-4500 / 4010MKII engine-SCSI firmware version 5.20 or

later.

Enter a choice.

• MODE 0

• MODE 1 :

Enter a choice

• 01: xxx :

• 10: xxx (xxx: Paper name)

Enter a choice

• AUTO

• NONE CUT

Enter a choice

- 2P

- 4P HS Enter a choice

- 4P

- 5P

- 8P HS Enter a choice

- 4P

- 5P

- 8P HS

Enter a choice

- 8P

- 16P

- 16P HS

Enter a choice

- 8P - 8P HS

- 10P - 10P HS

- 16P - 16P HS

Execution form (Display)

Enter a choice.

- JAPANESE

- ENGLISH (English)

SYSTEM menu

SCSI ID ID : X

LANGUAGE

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F/W VERSION Ver. : XXX (Y. YY)

WEC VERSION Ver. : X. X

WIM VERSION Ver. : X. X

INITIAL SET

Execution form (Display)

Execution form

Basic Operations and Keys

(1) To enable menu operations:

- Menus can be operated in offline mode.

- When the printer enters offline mode, a menu group screen is displayed.

(2) Menu group selection:

- Select a menu group directly with , , and keys.

- Switch between menu group screens with the

(3) Menu selection:

- , keys : Change between menus at the same level.

key : Return to menu group selection.

key : Select a menu so that parameters can be

Basic Menu Operation

key.

changed.

(4) Parameter setting or change:

- , keys : Switch between parameters.

Increment or decrement a value when it is entered.

, keys : Shift digit when entering a value.

(5) Parameter setting or canceling:

- key : Set a parameter.

key : Cancel an input parameter value and return to

menu selection.

(6) Setting save:

- The changes in the Setup menu, System menu, and Mechanical Adj. menu are automatically saved in parameters.

(7) End of setting:

- When the key is pressed, the printer goes back to online mode.

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Operation Procedure for Choice Input, Value Input, Execution, and Character Input

If a choice is input for a parameter:

An example of PAPER DRY MODE of the SETUP menu is given below.

(1) Select a menu group with , , , keys.

Select SETUP menu with key.

INK SETUP PAPER

(2) Select a sub-menu of the SETUP menu with and keys.

Select DRY MODE . You can return to (1) with

# DRY MODE > AUTO

key.

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(3) Press key so that parameters can be changed.

# DRY MODE * AUTO

(4) Select a parameter for the menu with and keys.

Select NONE.

# DRY MODE * NONE

(5) Press key to change the parameter and return to (2).

# DRY MODE > NONE

Basic Menu Operation

If a value is input for a parameter:

The PAPER FEED ADJ menu of the ADJUST menu is given as an example.

(1) Select a menu group with , , , keys.

Select menu with key.

FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST

(2) Select a sub-menu of the ADJUST menu with and keys.

Select PAPER FEED ADJ. menu. You can return to (1) with

# PAPER FEED ADJ > 099. 80%

key.

(3) Press key so that parameters can be changed.

# PAPER FEED ADJ * 099. 80%

(4) Move to a digit to be modified with and keys.

# PAPER FEED ADJ * 099. 80%

(5) Modify the value by pressing the and keys.

# PAPER FEED ADJ * 099. 70%

(6) Press key to change the parameter and return to (2).

# PAPER FEED ADJ > 099. 70%

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If a parameter is executed:

Case 1: To print

The MENU PRINT menu of the FUNC menu is given as an example.

(1) Select a menu group with , , , keys.

Select FUNC menu with key.

FUNC SYSTEM ADJUST

(2) Select a sub-menu of the FUNC menu with and keys.

Select MENU PRINT menu. You can return to (1) with

# MENU PRINT >

key.

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(3) Press key.

# MENU PRINT > OK ?

(4) Press key to execute the function.

Press key to return to (2) without executing the function.

# MENU PRINT * EXECUTING

(5) After execution, return to (2).

Seiko IP-4500 MKII, IP-4010 MKII User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Section 1 Getting Started

Section 2 Basic Operations

Section 3 Menu Operations