Seiko IP-6600 User Manual

User's Guide

Solvent Ink
Color Inkjet Printer

IP-6600

U00086051203

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-6600 Solvent Ink Color Inkjet Printer User's Guide
Documents Number U00086051203

First Edition, December 2003
Second Edition, February 2004
Third Edition, September 2004
Fourth Edition, April 2005

Copyright © 2003, 2004, 2005 by Seiko I Infotech Inc.
All rights reserved

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.
8, Nakase 1-chome, Mihamaku, Chiba-shi.
Chiba 261-8507, Japan

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All other trademarks are the properties of their respective companies.

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.

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Introduction

Thank you very much for purchasing the IP-6600 Color Inkjet

Printer (simply called the printer below).

This printer is a color inkjet printer that adopts solvent ink, supports

64 inch media width, and builts-in SCSI interface.

This manual, the IP-6600 User's Guide, 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 media and ink.

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>

• Built-in SCSI interface.

• Including a winding unit.

i

Accessories

Roll paper(for installations)

<1>

Starter kit 6 colors IP6-100

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

<1>

SCSI cable

<1>

Power cord

<2>

• Power cord for printer

• Power cord for heater

+ screw driver

(for head up/down adjustment)

Maintenance kit IP6-108

<1 set>

• Cap cleaning liquid: 100 ml

• Wiper cleaning liquid: 100 ml

• Cleaning swab: 50 pieces

• Syringe: 10 pieces

User's Guide

<1 copy>

*: Ink capacity of each ink cartridge for starter kit 6 colors IP6-100 is 500ml.

Approximately 100 ml ink for each color is consumed at initial ink charge. Therefore, this 100 ml ink for each
color cannot be used for print.

Waste ink bottle IP6-109

<1>

Paper tube 64" (For winding unit)

<1>

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Options

• Dryer 64 (IP-260) : 1

• Dryer 64 for North America (IP-263) : 1

• Roll Cover 64 (IP-261) : 1

• Exhaust Attachment (IP-262) : 1

• PS RIP (Photo Print 4 Dx) (IP-540) : 1

• PS RIP (Photo Print 4 Server) (IP-541) : 1

Consumables

Maintenance Kit IP6-108

<1 set>

• Cap cleaning liquid: 100 ml

• Wiper cleaning liquid: 100 ml

• Cleaning swab: 50 pieces

• Syringe: 10 pieces

Cap cleaning liquid: 6 bottles

IP6-138 < 1 set >

Cap cleaning liquid (100ml) : 6 bottles

• Cleaning liquid cartridge: 6

• Dummy cartridge: 6

Cleaning Kit IP6-117

<1 set>

Wiper cleaning liquid: 6 bottles

IP6-139 < 1 set >

• Wiper cleaning liquid (100ml) : 6 bottles

• Syringe: 10 pieces

Storage Kit IP6-137

• Maintenance liquid cartridge: 6

• Dummy cartridge: 6

<1 set>

Cleaning swab

IP6-147

<300 pieces>

Ink cartridges IP6-XXX

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

See page 1-8 for the item number.

* : Options and consumables can be ordered separately.

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Waste ink bottle IP6-109

<1>

Safety Precautions

The following symbols are used in this manual to ensure the proper

use of the printer and to prevent the printer from being damaged.

Follow the instructions marked with these symbols.

Serious personal injury or death:
Failure to follow the guidelines marked with

WARNING

this symbol could result in serious personal
injury or death.

Minor personal injury or product and/or
peripheral damage:

CAUTION

Example of symbols:

Failure to follow the 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

iv

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 not, 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

damaged, 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 accidents.

DO NOT remove the covers attached to 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 after it

thundered.

v

WARNING

Power OFF the printer and unplug the power cable from the power outlet

in any of the following cases:

• When putting your hands inside the printer.

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

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

the printer.

• An error requiring service by a service center occurs.

DO NOT put your hand into the paper delivery slot as it may lead to

injury by the cutting device.

Do not leave the printer stained with ink.

The coating of the printer may be damaged.

The ink used for the device contains organic solvent

(Ethylenglycolmonbutyleteracetat).

Therefore, observe the local rules strictly related to organic solvent stuff.

The ink used for the device contains organic solvent

(Ethylenglycolmonobutyletheracetat), Since the ink is flammable, never

use fire when using the device.

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

required. If it is swallowed, do not try to vomit it forcefully, but cunsult

a doctor.

Keep ink cartridges out of reach of children.

vi

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 or disconnecting it.

Failing to do so may cause the cable to fray or break which could lead to

electric shock and/or fire.

DO NOT get ink on your skin or clothes. Wash off any ink immediately

with soapy water.

DO NOT put any paper rolls on an unstable table or a tilted surface as

they could fall leading to an injury.

The heater will be hot.

Pay attention not to touch and not to be burned.

In order to ensure the safe operation of the printer heed all of the cautions

and warnings contained throughout this manual.

vii

Handling Precautions

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. Use the power supply matched with the specification of the
printer.

4. Connect the power cable to an electrical outlet. Do not plug

several devices into one electrical outlet.

Printer

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

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

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

4. 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.

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

Regular Inspection and Maintenance

The following regular inspection and maintenance must be
performed in terms of characteristics of solvent ink.

1. Clean the capping unit and wiper blade every day.

2. Check moisture of wiper sponge every day.

3. Perform the head cleaning every one month.

4. Perform the service cleaning when leaving the printer for long
time (2 weeks or more at power off state.)

5. Perform the head wash and the ink charge before printing when
leaving the priner for long time.

See pages 2-62 and 2-73 for regular inspection and maintenance.

viii

Consumables

1. Always use the recommended consumables (media, ink, etc.).

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

3. Put a used ink cartridge into a plastic bag and dispose of it as an

4. Do not get ink on your skin or clothes. Wash off any ink

5. Check waste ink bottle regularly so as not to leak the waste ink.

6. When the waste ink bottle is installed or removed, spread the

7. Store ink in a dark and cool place.

8. Do not attempt to disassemble ink cantridges.

9. Media for solvent ink on the market can be used for this printer.

Failure to follow this instruction may cause poor print quality

or a breakdown.

breakdown.

industrial waste. Observe any regulations for disposal of waste

ink bottles.

immediately with soapy water.

stain preventing sheet so as not to stain the floor with spilt ink.

NEVER store ink in a high temperature or direct sunshining

place.

Doing so, ink may cause characteristic changes.

ix

Manual Legend (Notational rules)

This manual uses the notational rules for marks, keys, LCDs, and

LEDs:

Marks

WARNING

Boxes marked with a "WARNING" describe points of caution for
avoiding serious personal injury.

CAUTION

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

NOTE

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

HINT: Hint mark

The hint symbol describes operations that make using or

HINT

handling the printer easier.

Reference mark

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

x

Notation of Keys/LCDs/LEDs

Example 1: Keys and messages shown on the LCDs in the text

This represents a key
on the operation panel.

1

Press to put the
printer offline.

2

Press to select
the first menu in the
local operation mode.

3

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

This represents the LC display
on the operation panel.

==INK ENTRY

PAPER F•ADJ

SERVICE FEED
CLEANING

FUNC SYSTEM
ADJUST RESET

4

Press to enter the
function menu.

Example 2: LED's states in the text

LED's states of "On", "flashing", and "Off" are characterized by the following
symbols:

On
Flashing
Off

This represents a key to seledt the

menu. (Ex. :

key)

xi

Example 3: LCD's state transitions and key operations in the text

INITIALIZING
WAIT A MOMENT

INK ENTRY

PAPER F. ADJ

A key on the
operation panel.

PRINT READY
ROLL : 64" (COATED)

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

SERVICE FEED
CLEANING

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

Handling Precautions........................................................................ viii

Manual Legend (Notational rules)....................................................... x

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge) 1-1

Operating Conditions ....................................................................... 1-2

Installation Space ................................................................ 1-2

Environmental Conditions ................................................... 1-3

Consumables ................................................................................... 1-5

Media/Paper ........................................................................ 1-5

Ink .................................................................................... 1-8

Waste Ink Bottle ................................................................ 1-10

Maintenance Kit ................................................................. 1-11

Cap Cleaning Liquid 6 Bottles ........................................... 1-12

Wiper Cleaning Liquid 6 Bottles ........................................ 1-12

Cleaning Swab .................................................................. 1-12

Storage Kit ......................................................................... 1-12

Cleaning Kit ....................................................................... 1-12

External Views, Part Names, and Functions ................................. 1-13

Front .................................................................................. 1-13

Rear .................................................................................. 1-14

Heater ................................................................................ 1-15

Operation Panel ................................................................ 1-16

Heater Control Panel ......................................................... 1-18

Dryer 64 (Option) ............................................................... 1-19

Roll Cover 64 (Option) ....................................................... 1-19

Exhaust Attachment (Option) ............................................ 1-19

PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 DX) (Option) ................................... 1-19

CONTENTS-1

PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 Server) (Option) .............................. 1-19

LCD Messages and Printer State .................................................. 1-20

Messages on the LCD ....................................................... 1-20

F/W version checking method ....................................................... 1-24

F/W version checking method ........................................... 1-24

Added Functions in V2.00 ................................................. 1-24

Section 2 Basic Operations 2-1

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

System configuration (connection example) ....................... 2-2

Connection procedure ......................................................... 2-2

Turning the Power On/Off ................................................................ 2-5

Turning the Power On ......................................................... 2-6

Turning the Power Off ......................................................... 2-9

Replacing the Paper Roll ............................................................... 2-11

Installing Paper Roll in the Printer ..................................... 2-11

Removing the Paper Roll from the Printer ......................... 2-17

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

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

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

Installing/Removing Cut Sheet in/from the Printer ............ 2-19

Paper Feed Adjustment Correction Value Setting ............. 2-19

Change during online printing ........................................... 2-24

Head print position adjustment .......................................... 2-24

Replacing Ink Cartridges ............................................................... 2-31

Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure .............................. 2-31

Replacing Empty Ink Cartridge .......................................... 2-33

If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Installed ..................................... 2-34

Replacing Cartridges during Printing ................................. 2-35

If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Detected .................................... 2-37

CONTENTS-2

Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle...................................................... 2-38

Waste Ink Bottle Replacement Procedure......................... 2-38

If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Full ............................................. 2-40

If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Not Installed .............................. 2-41

Head Cleaning "CLEANING" ......................................................... 2-42

Paper Feed "FEED" ....................................................................... 2-44

Using the Origin Point Setting Function ............................ 2-45

Installing Paper on Winder............................................................. 2-48

Changing Heater Control Setting Temperature ............................. 2-53

Using the Media Pressure Alternation Lever ................................. 2-56

Using the Head Up/Down Lever .................................................... 2-57

Using the Media Edge Guard ........................................................ 2-59

Using the FAN Guard Slide Lever ................................................. 2-60

Using the Print Pause/Restart and Cancel Keys ........................... 2-61

Inspection & Maintenance ............................................................. 2-62

Section 3 Operation Panel Menu Operations 3-1

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

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

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

Basic Operations and Keys ................................................. 3-8

Operation Procedure for Choice Input, Value Input,

Execution, and Character Input ........................................... 3-9

Menu Operations ........................................................................... 3-15

INK Menu .......................................................................... 3-15

PAPER Menu .................................................................... 3-16

ENTRY Menu .................................................................... 3-17

F.ADJ Menu....................................................................... 3-35

SERVICE Menu ................................................................. 3-38

CLEANING Menu .............................................................. 3-41

CONTENTS-3

FEED Menu ....................................................................... 3-42

FUNC Menu....................................................................... 3-42

ADJUST Menu................................................................... 3-44

SYSTEM Menu .................................................................. 3-47

RESET Menu..................................................................... 3-51

Section 4 Heater Controller Operation 4-1

Temperature Control........................................................................ 4-2

LCD Display ..................................................................................... 4-4

Parameter Setup Mode.................................................................... 4-6

Error Messages ............................................................................. 4-10

Section 5 Troubleshooting 5-1

Troubleshooting ............................................................................... 5-2

Clearing Paper Jam ......................................................................... 5-3

When an Error Message Appears ................................................... 5-4

Service Call Errors............................................................... 5-4

Communication Errors ......................................................... 5-6

Operator Call Errors ............................................................ 5-7

When the Printer Fails to Work Correctly ...................................... 5-11

When a Print Error Occurs............................................................. 5-12

When There Is an Abnormal Sound .............................................. 5-13

Appendix A-1

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

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

Options/Consumables ..................................................................... A-3

Options ................................................................................A-3

Consumables.......................................................................A-4

Celsius and Fahrenheit Conversion List ..........................................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

Operating Conditions

Installation Space
Environmental Conditions

Consumables

Media/Paper
Ink
Waste Ink Bottle
Maintenance Kit
Cap Cleaning Liquid 6 Bottles
Wiper Cleaning Liquid 6 Bottles
Cleaning Swab
Storage Kit
Cleaning Kit
Maintenance Liquid Cartridge

External Views, Names of Parts, and Functions

Front
Rear
Heater
Operation Panel
Heater Control Panel
Dryer 64
Roll Cover 64
Exhaust Attachment
PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 DX)
PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 Server)

LCD Messages and Printer State

Messages on the LCD

F/W Version Checking Method

F/W Version Checking Method
Added Functions in V2.00

1-1

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

Operating Conditions

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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

1-2

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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.

Temperature: 15 °C to 30 °C

Humidity: 30% to 70%

-To obtain better print quality, use the printer within

HINT

temperatures of 20 to 25 °C.

- When operating temperature is lower than 20 °C, the print
speed goes down two-third of normal print speed to keep
a good print quality.

- When the head temperature goes high, the print time is
delayed.

Operating Conditions

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

NOTE

- When the printer is used out of range of the operating
temperature and humidity, the print may be stopped and
the print quality may be degraded.

1-3

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

1-4

Consumables

Media/Paper

Available media types

We prepared the following types of media:

• Glossy vinyle chrolide

• Matted vinyle chrolide

• Banner

Contact our service center for details.

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

1-5

Precautions for storing media

-Avoid direct sunlight and water regardless of before and after

opening the package. Put paper in envelope to prevent dust and

store media in a dry, cool and dark place.

-Avoid rapid change of temperature and humidity and store media

with no condensing.

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

media and damage of roll edge.

- Do not pile up media.

Precautions for disposing of paper

- Dispose of media in rule matched to the actual situation.

If there is a limitation for disposal regulations, follow the

regulations.

Precautions for use

-Avoid a change of temperature and humidity after opening

package.

Set media after leaving media in the operation environment for

3 hours or more. Use care for a change of humidity by turning

ON/OFF the air conditioner.

- In terms of media characteristics, curl of paper in low humidity

and wrinkle of media in high humidity may occur easily.

Use paper in normal temperature and humidity environment

(around 23 °C and 50%RH).

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

media.

Especially, roll edge (both edges of roll) affects media feeding.

Also, do not drop or wet the media. If doing so, it may cause

bad effect to print quality and causes a malfunction.

- Hold margins of the media so as not to touch the print surface.

Adhesion of sebaceous matter or sweat may cause bad effect to

print quality.

- Amend mis-roll of the media before setting.

1-6

Precautions for handling prints.

- Do not touch the print surface before drying up the ink.

Hold margins of the media for handling.

Especially use care before 24 hours after printing.

- Rubbing print surface causes color fading or color transfer.

Do not pile print surface to prevent color transfer.

- Do not pile together with copy prints or laser prints to prevent

sticking due to ink or toner.

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

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

Other precautions

- Media causes color fading and a change in quality in getting

old.

Check paper condition and use well-conditioned paper.

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

- When using vinyl (with glue), adhesive matter (with glue) may

be sticked to the platen.

In this case, wipe up the adhesive matter referring to "Section 2,

Inspection & Maintenance".

Sticking of adhesive matter may cause paper jamming.

Consumables

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

1-7

Ink

Ink types

Use our recommended ink cartridges listed below.

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301-6PI)nayC(Clm0001

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501-6PI)nayCthgiL(cLlm0001

601-6PI)atnegaMthgiL(mLlm0001

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 12 months after the manufacture
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.

1-8

Ink cartridges must be installed in all six slots. The positions of ink

cartridges are specified by color. (See the figure below.)

Black Light Magenta Light Cyan Yellow Magenta Cyan

Consumables

WARNING

- Never bring the ink close to fire. Failure to follow this warning
might result in fire.

CAUTION

- 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 required. If it is swallowed, do not try to vomit it
forcefully, but see a doctor.

- 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. When it expires, the printer quality
may deteriorate or the printer may malfunction.

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

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

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

1-9

Waste Ink Bottle

Use our recommended waste ink bottle listed below.

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

- Do not swallow ink or avoid its splashes on the eye. If it gets

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follow this warning might result in fire.

CAUTION

into the eye, wash it off with a clean running water and consult
a doctor as required. If it is swallowed, do not try to vomit it
forcefully, but see a doctor.

1-10

NOTE

- Install the waste ink bottle securely.

- 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

- After use, securely fasten the attached cap and dispose of
this product as industrial waste.

If you have any questions, please contact your nearest sales

office.

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.

Consumables

Maintenance Kit

For cleaning the cap and wiper, use our specified cleaning liquid

respectively listed below.

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- 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 required. If it is swallowed, do not try to vomit it
forcefully, but see a doctor.

1-11

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Item No. Remarks Quantity

Maintenance liquid cartridge (IP6-107) 6

IP6-137

Dummy cartridge (IP6-118) 6

Item No. Remarks Quantity

Cleaning liquid cartridge (IP6-119) 6

IP6-117

Dummy cartridge (IP6-118) 6

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.

Front

(2)

(6)

(3)

Ink cartridge

(4)

Roll paper

(5)

Lock

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

(2) Heater control panel The keys for setting heater temperature are located on the heater

(3) Ink holder Holds the ink cartridge.
(4) Flange Sets paper roll.
(5) Caster Unlocks the caster to move the printer, and lock it to secure the

(6) Paper pressure alternation lever

(7) Pressure roller up/down lever

(8) Paper-out release lever (ME lever)

Unlock

setting functions are located on the operation panel.

control panel.

printer.

Alternates paper pressure depending on the paper thickness.

Presses down the paper after inserting the paper into the paper
supplying part and releases the pressing down of the paper.

Releases paper-out detection sensor.

(7)

(1)

(3)

(4)

(8)

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(20)

(15)

(16)

RearRear

(24)

(20)

(11)

(23)

(21)

(22)

(9)

(10)

(9) Power receptacle
(10) Printer switch
(11) Rear cover
(12) SCSI connector
(13) ID switch SCSI controller
(14) Terminator switch
(15) Paper outlet
(16) Waste ink bottle
(17) Power receptacle
(18) Heater switch
(19) 100 V/200 V alternation switch
(20) Cap cover
(21) Wiper cover
(22) Print stop/restart, cancel keys
(23) FAN guard potitioning slide bar
(24) Head up/down lever

(13)

(14)

(12)

Printer power supply

Heater power supply

(19)

(18)

(17)

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Heater Å

External Views, Part Names, and Functions

The printer builts in three heaters for fixing and stabilizing print

image on the print paper.

Pressure roller

(Front)

Paper roll

Paper inlet

(25) Front heater (Front) Preheats the paper.
(26) Print heater (Rear) Infiltrates ink into the paper and fixes ink.
(27) Rear heater (Finish) Drys ink and stabilizes print image.

* Three heaters are controlled separately.

(25)

Grid roller

paper feed direction

(26)

(27)

Rear cover

Paper outlet

WARNING

- Heaters become hot.

NEVER touch the heaters. If doing so, it could lead to
burn.

(Rear)

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Operation Panel

(4) LCD
Shows the printer status

and menus.

A

(3) Power switch
Turns the printer ON

or OFF.

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.

E

B

C D

(2) Keys
Used to set printer functions.

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

the status of the printer.

External Views, Part Names, and Functions

Functions of LCD, LEDs and keys

Number Name Function

Shows the data reception state.

-Flashing : Data is being received from the computer

-Off : No data is being received

Indicates whether an error has occurred.

-On:An error has occurred

-Flashing : Warning state (Winder time out error)

-Off : Normal (No error has occurred.)

Shows whether there is the ink cartrige or indicates a warning.

-On:Allinkcartridges are present.

-Flashing : Ink is running out. (One of color inks has run out.)

-Off:Noink(One of color inks has run out.)

Shows whether paper is set.

-On:Paper is set. (Roll paper or cut sheet is set.)

-Off:Nopaper(Neither roll paper nor cut sheet is set.)

Shows whether the printer is online or offline.

-On:Online

-Flashing : Online pause mode

-Off:Offline

Used as an auxiliary key for parameter input (switches the menu
level display).

Selects a menu group or switch a menu
(selection, number up/down).

Shows printer messages or status with alphanumeric characters,
katakana, or symbols (16 digits, two lines). Menus have a
hierarchical structure. Access each menu with , , , or

key.

(1)

LED

(2)

Key

(3)

Power switch

(4)

LCD

(A) Data LED

(green)

(B) Error LED

(orange)

(C) Ink LED

(green)

(D) Paper LED

(green)

(E) Online LED

(green)

ONLINE key Switches between online and offline states.

SHIFT Key

CANCEL Key Cancels an input parameter.

ENTER Key Selects a menu or enters a parameter.

Key

Key

Key

Key

Power Switch Used to turn the printer ON or OFF.

LCD

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Heater Control Panel Å

LCD

Front Heater ON/OFF key

Front Heater UP/DOWN key

Functions of LCD, LEDs and keys

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Dryer 64 (Option)

The dryer 64 dries the output media.

Roll Cover 64 (Option)

Protects paper roll from dust.

Exhaust Attachment (Option)

External Views, Part Names, and Functions

Mounts an exhaust gas pipe to the printer or the drying device.

PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 DX) (Option)

PS RIP (PhotoPrint 4 Server) (Option)

RIP software for the IP-6600.

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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.

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

The printer can receive data from the computer.

PRINT READY
ROLL : 64” (PAPER)

Status display
Paper information

*: When the key is pressed in the menu mode,

"CLEANING" menu appears.

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(3) Online state (print mode) display

The printer is printing.

PRINTING
ROLL : 64” (PAPER)

Status display
Paper information

(4) Online state (print pause mode) display

The printer is paused.

- Print stop and resume

PRINTING
ROLL : 64” (PAPER)

LCD Messages and Printer State

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

PRINT READY
ROLL : 64” (PAPER)

The ONLINE LED flashes.

Press the

- Print cancel (end)

PRINT READY
ROLL : 64” (PAPER)

The ONLINE LED flashes.

PRINT READY
ROLL : 64” (PAPER)

key in the print pause mode to start the head cleaning.

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(5) Online state (print information mode) display

Paper total count and ink removing amount are displayed.

PRINT READY
ROLL : 64” (COATED)

TOTAL CT XXXX

Bk INK REST: XXX%
Lm INK REST: XXX%

Three-second
intervals or

Lc INK REST: XXX%
Y INK REST: XXX%

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Three-second
intervals or

M INK REST: XXX%
C INK REST: XXX%

Then, the printer returns to online idle mode.

(6) Offline (menu mode) display

Menus can be operated in offline mode.

INK ENTRY
PAPER F•ADJ

SERVICE FEED
CLEANING

FUNC SYSTEM
ADJUST RESET

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

menu appears.

LCD Messages and Printer State

key is pressed in the menu mode, "CLEANING"

Section 1 Getting Started (Basic knowledge)

(7) Shutdown state display

The printer is shutting down.

SHUTDOWN
WAIT A MOMENT

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F/W Version Checking Method

Here, the function added in V2.00 as a firmware version checking

method is described.

F/W Version Checking Method

(1) Select the OFFLINE mode. (Press the key)

INK ENTRY
PAPER F•ADJ

(2) Press the key to display "SYSTEM".

FUNC SYSTEM
ADJUST RESET

(3) Select "SYSTEM" with the key, and then press the or key

to display the firmware version.

# F/W VERSION
* X.XX_YY

(4) The F/W version can be checked.

X.XX is the F/W version.

Added Functions in V2.00

1 History print

2Paper feed adjustment

3Media entry

4Waste ink value saving

Manual heater ON

5

function

The function that prints the maintenance history was added.

During the online print, the paper feed adjustment correction
value can be changed temporarily with keys.

The registered media information can be copied to a new
area.

The mode that saves the waste ink quantity during auto
cleaning was added.

The function that turns on the heaters even before the data is
received to save the waiting time until each heater
temperature becomes the set value.

,

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Section 2 Basic Operations

Contents of this section

Connecting with Computer

System configuration (connection example)
Connection procedure

Turning the Power On/Off

Turning the Power On
Turning the Power Off

Replacing the Paper Roll

Installing Paper Roll in the Printer
Removing the Paper Roll from the Printer
Replacing Paper Roll with Another
Replacing Empty Paper Roll
Replacing Jammed Paper Roll
Installing/Removing Cut Sheet in/from the Printer
Paper Feed Adjustment Correction Value Setting

Replacing Ink Cartridges

Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure
Replacing Empty Ink Cartridge
If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Installed
Replacing Cartridges during Printing
If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Detected

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
Head Cleaning "CLEANING"
Paper Feed "FEED"

Using the Origin Point Setting Function
Installing Paper on Winder
Changing Heater Control Setting Temperature
Using the Media Pressure Alternation Lever
Using the Head Up/Down Lever
Using the Media Edge Guard
Using the FAN Guard Slide Lever
Using the Print Pause/Restart and Cancel Keys
Inspection & Maintenance

2-1

Section 2 Basic Operations

Connecting with Computer

This section only shows system configurations and cable connection

procedure.

System configuration (connection example)

The following connection is possible.

Printer

Connection procedure

Connect a cable as follows:

1

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.

(Printer server PostScript RIP)

SCSI interface

2-2

Connecting with Computer

2

3

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.

Section 2 Basic Operations

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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4

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.

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Turning the Power On/Off

The power of the printer and the power of the heater are separated.

<Printer>

The printer has two power switches as follows.

(1) Printer switch

(2) Power ON/OFF switch

(1)

(2)

Power receptacle

Printer rear (Left side)

Printer front (Operation panel)

The printer is turned ON by turning the printer switch ON.

Afterward, turn the printer ON/OFF by the ON/OFF switch on the

operation panel.

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.

-Turn the computer ON after the printer becomes to the
online state.

<Heater>

The heater has two power switches as follows.

(1) Heater switch

(2) 100/200 V alternation switch

(1)

(2)

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Printer rear (Right side)

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100-120V 12A 50/60Hz

Power receptacle

2-5

Turning the Power On

<Printer>

1

Printer switch
OFF (0)

2

Printer switch
ON (1)

Turn OFF (0) the printer switch on the left 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.

Socket

Turn ON (1) the printer switch on the left rear of the
printer.

Power ON/OFF
switch

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3

Socket

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

Turning the Power On/Off

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.

Booting

INITIALIZING
WAIT A MOMENT

PRINT READY
ROLL : 64” (PAPER)

If a 64" paper roll is used
The heater control panel is displayed by turning the printer power ON.
However, turn the heater power ON to use the heater.
When the heater power is turned OFF, the following message is displayed
on the heater control panel.

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TURN ON
THE HEATER

NOTE

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

Do not turn OFF the printer while “INITIALIZING” or

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

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

HINT

light when the printer switch and power ON/OFF switch on
the operational panel are turned ON, the power supply may
be faulty.

- If an error is detected during the self-diagnostic test at
powering on, an error message appears on the LCD. See
the Section 5, Troubleshooting and take an appropriate
measure.

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<Heater>

1

Power cable

Turn OFF the heater switch on the right 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.

Heater switch OFF (0)

100/200 V alternation switch

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.

- Verify that the 100 / 200 V alternation switch settings meets
the local AC power supply specifications.

2-8

2

Turn ON the heater switch on the right rear of the printer
to turn the heater ON.

Heater switch ON (1)

100/200 V alternation switch

Turning the Power Off

<Printer>

Turning the Power On/Off

1

Turn OFF the power ON/OFF switch on the operation

panel for a couple of seconds.

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.

If the power off state lasts for a short time, you may turn the power

off, skipping the fill cap operation by pressing the power ON/OFF

key while pressing the

Performing the fill cap operation is recommended.

CAUTION

- The printer switch 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.

- The printer performs fill cap operation to keep the good
head condition at first 20 hours after print wait state and
every 3 days.
It is recommended to keep the printer ON.

key.

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2-9

<Heater>

1

Heater switch
OFF (0)

The heater power is also turned OFF by turning OFF the

ON / OFF switch on the operation panel. Therefore, the
heater switch turning OFF operation is not necessary in
the normal use.

NOTE

- Use the heater switch on the right rear of the printer only
when turning the printer OFF completely for transferring,
installing, and maintenance service of the printer.

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Replacing the Paper Roll

This section describes how to install a paper roll in the printer, and

remove it from the printer.

A paper roll is replaced in the following 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:

Installing Paper Roll in the Printer

1

2

Open the rear cover and slide the media edge guards to
the both edge of the platen.

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NOTE

- Set the media edge guard after completion of the paper
roll replacing. (See page 2-59, 60)

Insert the paper roll in the paper roll right flange (fix side).

Right flange (fixed)

Paper roll

NOTE

- Be sure not to damage the edge
of the paper roll when inserting
the paper roll in the flange.

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3

Slide the left flange (movable side) and put it into the

paper roll.

4

Left flange (movable)

Paper roll

CAUTION

Be sure not to catch
your finger in the rail of
the flange.

Tighten the left flange knob securely.
Pull the winder sensor lever to front side.

Left flange knob

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5

Lift the pressure roller up/down lever.

Pressure up/down lever

Winder sensor lever

Replacing the Paper Roll

6

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 setting direction)

<Outside rolling>

Flange

Paper

<Inside rolling>

Flange

Paper

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NOTE

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

- Be sure not to hit the edge of the paper roll by the rear cover.

- Be sure that the media edge guard is not set under the paper.

(See page 2-52 Using the Media Edge Guard.)

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7

When feeding a paper roll, hold it at the center and

rewind the flange to take up the slack in the paper.

The guide line on the printer is no more than a guide

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

against the paper roll.

The paper roll should not be inserted in the right of the perforated line.

If the paper roll is inserted in the right of the perforated line, adjust the

flange position.

8

9

Push down the pressure roller up/down lever.

Pressure up/down lever

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

Confirm the media edge guard setting again.

Confirm whether the media edge guard does not goes down of the

paper.

CHECK EDGE GUARD
*OK?

Confirm the position of the media edge guard and press the

key.

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Replacing the Paper Roll

10

11

Select either paper roll or cut sheet.

SELECT PAPER
ROLL/SHEET : ROLL

Select ROLL PAPER, CUT SHEET , or BASE with or key.
(See Page 2-45 "Using the Origin Point Setting Function" about "BASE")

Press the key to change setting.

Press the key to leave the setting as it is.

Select a paper type.

○○○

SELECT PAPERTYPE
PAPER : PAPER

Select paper type with or key.

Press the key to change setting.

Press the key to leave the setting as it is.

SELECT PAPER
ROLL/SHEET : SHEET

SELECT PAPERTYPE
PAPER : XXX

SELECT PAPER
ROLL/SHEET : BASE

○○○

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(When registering a new paper type)

SELECT PAPERTYPE
PAPER : PAPER

Select a paper type with and keys.

SELECT PAPERTYPE
PAPER : TYPE01

SELECT PAPERTYPE
NEW PAPER ENTRY

• Press key to enter to NEW PAPER ENTRY menu.

• Operation of the new paper entry is the same as operation for paper

entry from ENTRY menu. (See section 3, Entry Menu)

• Press key to return to SELECT PAPERTYPE menu.

(only registered paper types can be
selected.)

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12

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, an error message will be displayed.

Go back to 1.

13

Determine the position of movable fan.

After the paper setting operation finished, adjust the position of the fan
guard slide lever at the rear of the printer. (See "Using the fan guard slide

lever" (P.2-60).)

Fan guard slide lever

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Removing the Paper Roll from the Printer

Replacing the Paper Roll

1

2

Lift the pressure roller up/down lever.

Pressure roller up/down lever

Loose the left flange knob, pull out the paper roll from the
flange, and remove the paper roll from the printer.

Left flange

(2)

Flange knob

Paper roll Right flange

(3)

(1)

(4)

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Replacing Paper Roll with Another

1

2

3

Replacing Empty Paper Roll

1

Put the printer offline. (Press the key.)

INK ENTRY
PAPER F•FDJ

Press the key and press the key.

LIFT LEVER

Replace the paper according to the “Installing Paper Roll
in the Printer” and “Removing it from The Printer.”

A message appears on the LCD.

LIFT LEVER
SET PAPER

2

Replacing Jammed Paper Roll

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Replace the paper according to the “Installing Paper Roll
in the Printer” and “Removing it from the Printer.”

See the Cleaning Paper Jam in Section 5, Troubleshooting.

Installing/Removing Cut Sheet in/from the Printer

Install/Remove the cut sheet in/from the printer refering to the

procedures for the paper roll.

Replacing the Paper Roll

Cut sheet

Installing Removing

Guide line

Cut sheet

NOTE

- When installing the cut sheet in the printer, set the cut sheet
using the guide line.

Paper Feed Adjustment Correction Value Setting

1

Set the paper of width larger than A1 size and length
longer than 1m. (Press the key)

For the paper feed correction, obtain approximate paper feed adjustment

correction value in the ROUGH mode, and set exact correction value in the

DETAIL mode. One printing requires the paper length of 48 to 58 cm in the

ROUGH mode, or 27 to 32 cm in the DETAIL mode. (Printing of paper

feed adjustment pattern can be cancelled by pressing the key.)

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NOTE

- If you use the tension winding, be sure to set the paper feed
adjustment correction value in the tension winding mode.

- Longer print length is required in the tension winding mode.

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2

Set the printer to OFFLINE mode.
(Press the

INK ENTRY
PAPER F•ADJ

key)

3

4

5

Press the key, and then the key to display a
paper feed adjustment pattern.

#FEED PATTERN
*ROUGH (NORMAL)

Select the print mode you usually use for the paper to which the paper feed

adjustment correction value is set.

Selectable print modes are Standard, High Quality, High Density, High

Speed, and Draft.

Select the paper feed adjustment pattern "Standard" if adjusting the high

speed mode.

Press the , key to select the ROUGH print
mode, and press the key.

#FEED PATTERN
*OK?

If you press the key, the paper feed adjustment
pattern "ROUGH" is printed.

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6

The paper feed adjustment pattern "ROUGH" is printed in the selected print

mode.

#FEED PATTERN
*EXECUTING

From the printed result, select approximate paper feed
adjustment correction value.

As nine patterns are printed in steps of 0.25% in a range of 99.00% to

101.00%, select approximate correction value.

Replacing the Paper Roll

7

8

9

Press the key, and then the key to display
the entered correction value of paper feed adjustment.

#FEED ADJUST
*099.80%

Enter the paper feed adjustment correction value, and
press the key.

Adjust the place with , key and set a numeric value with ,

key.

Press the key, and then the key to display
the paper feed adjustment pattern.

#FEED PATTERN
*ROUGH (NORMAL)

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10

11

12

Press the , key to select a print mode for the
DETAIL pattern.

#FEED PATTERN
*DETAIL (NORMAL)

Select the same print mode as that for the ROUGH pattern.

Press the key twice to print the paper feed
adjustment pattern "DETAIL".

#FEED PATTERN
*EXECUTING

From the printed result, select exact paper feed
adjustment correction value.

As five patterns are printed for the entered correction value in steps of

0.06% in a range of -0.12% to +0.12%, select appropriate correction value.

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13

Press the key, and then the key to display
the entered correction value of paper feed adjustment.

#FEED ADJUST
*099.80%

14

15

16

Enter the paper feed adjustment correction value, and
press the key.

Adjust the place with , key and set a numeric value with ,

key.

Press the key, and then the key to display
the paper feed adjustment pattern.

#FEED PATTERN
>DETAIL (NORMAL)

Press the key to return to the initial OFFLINE state.

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How to identify paper feed adjustment pattern

Description is made in a case of black color.

Replacing the Paper Roll

If paper feed adjustment

correction value is small

If paper feed adjustment

correction value is appropriate

If paper feed adjustment

correction value is large

99.00% 100.25% 101.00%

Correction value is small
if the joints of pass lines
are overlapped (become
dark) on these
horizontal lines.

Correction value is
appropriate if the joints
of pass lines are not
overlapped but uniform.

NOTE

- Set average value if appropriate correction value is different
every head (every color). However, if an image to be printed
has a preferential color, set correction value of that color.

- Set average value if appropriate correction value is different
between left and right sides of the paper.

- Different appropriate correction value between left and right
sides of the paper may be caused by the skew. Check again
if the power is set correctly.

Correction value is large
if the joints of pass lines
are separated (become
light).

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Change During Online Printing

During the online printing, the paper feed adjusting value can be

changed through the following operation.

[Additional functions available from
V2.00 or later]

PRINT READY
ROLL : 64" (PAPER)

PRINTING
ROLL : 64" (PAPER)

Idle status

Data receiving start
Data LED flashing

Press the or key

(Note: Disabled at the first scan and last scan)

FIN ADJ : 099. 80%
* 099.80%

Head print position adjustment
: 97.00% to 103.00%

- During "PRINTING" display, press the
currently selected paper feed adjusting value. On the right side of the

first row, the value at the start of print is displayed and it does not vary
until the print finished.
However, if a cleaning is executed in the MODE 2 in the midway of
operation, the changed value is displayed after the cleaning.

or key to display

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- With the or key, increase (or decrease) the value in a step of

0.01%.

- When the value is changed, it is reflected in the printing.

- Numerical values you changed are registered and remain unchanged.

- Original display is restored if no key is operated for 3 seconds.

Head Print Position Adjustment

(1) Adjustment pattern print

Print the adjustment pattern print position of each head.

Replacing the Paper Roll

1

2

3

4

Select the OFFLINE mode. (Press the key)

INK ENTRY
PAPER F•ADJ

Press the key twice to display "ADJUST".

FUNK SYSTEM
ADJUST RESET

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Press the key and then the key to display
"ADJUST PATTERN".

# ADJUST PATTERN
> TEST PRINT

Press the key and select "HEAD ADJ1", and then
press the key.

5

# ADJUST PATTERN
* HEAD ADJ 1 OK

If the key is pressed, the "HEAD ADJ1" of
adjustment patterns is printed.

# ADJUST PATTERN
* EXECUTING

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Reciprocating position adjustment (R)

Reciprocating position adjustment (L)

Head position adjustment

Left and Right Head position
adjustment

Paper discharge
direction

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(2) Left and Right Head position adjustment

-21

-8

Adjusts the jetting position of nozzle.

Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern.

Replacing the Paper Roll

1

2

3

Select "ADJUST", and then press the key to display
"L/R ADJ".

# L/R ADJ Bk
> +00&A

Press the key to display the head to be adjusted, and

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press the key.

# L/R ADJ Y
> +00&A

Of the left/right head position adjustment of the "HEAD
ADJ1" patterns, enter a numeric value of the fittest

pattern.

Select the digit to be entered between > and & with ,

keys, and change value with , keys.

Find a head adjustment sample where
2 lines with the same color are aligned.
In case of Y-head illustrated in the
right, for instance, -21 shows the
sample where both are not aligned; -8
shows the sample where both are
aligned. Accordingly, input -8 as an
appropriate adjustment value.

4

Press the key.

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(3) Head position adjustment

Adjusts the head position for the scanning direction on a Bk head

basis.

Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern.

1

2

3

Select "ADJUST", and then press the key to display
"H-POS ADJ".

# H-POS ADJ Lm
> +00&A

Press the key to display the head to be adjusted, and
press the key.

# H-POS ADJ Lc
> +00&A

Of the main scan head position adjustment of the "HEAD
ADJ1" patterns, enter a numeric value of the fittest

pattern.

Select the digit to be entered between > and & with ,

keys, and change value with , keys.

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4

Find a head adjustment sample where
the BK head-line and the head-position
are aligned. In case of LC-head
illustrated in the right, for instance, -21
shows the sample where both are not
aligned; +2 shows the sample where
both are aligned. Accordingly, input + 2
as an appropriate adjustment value.

Press the key.

-21 +2

(4) Reciprocating position (Left) adjustment

Adjusts the head reciprocating position (Left).

Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern.

Replacing the Paper Roll

1

2

3

Select "ADJUST", and then press the key to display
"I-POS (L) ADJ".

# I-POS (L) ADJ Bk
> +00&A

Press the key to display the head to be adjusted, and

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press the key.

# I-POS (L) ADJ Bk
> +00&A

Of the reciprocating print position (Left) adjustment of the
"HEAD ADJ1" patterns, enter a numeric value of the

fittest pattern.

Select the digit to be entered between > and & with ,

keys, and change value with , keys.

For a hint on how to locate an appropriate adjustment value, refer
to (2) Head Right and Left Adjustment on page 2-27.

4

Press the key.

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(5) Reciprocating print osition (Right) adjustment

Adjusts the head reciprocating position (Right).

Enter an adjustment value according to the head adjustment pattern.

1

2

3

Select "ADJUST", and then press the key to display
"I-POS (R) ADJ".

# I-POS (R) ADJ Bk
> +00&A

Press the key to display the head to be adjusted, and
press the key.

# I-POS (R) ADJ M
> +00&A

Of the reciprocating head position (Right) adjustment of
the "HEAD ADJ1" patterns, enter a numeric value of the

fittest pattern.

Select the digit to be entered between > and & with ,

keys, and change value with , keys.

For a hint on how to locate an appropriate adjustment value, refer
to (2) Head Right and Left Adjustment on page 2-27.

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4

Press the key.

Replacing Ink Cartridges

This section describes how to replace an ink cartridge.

Ink cartridges should be replaced in the following two cases:

- If ink has run out

- If an ink cartridge is not installed

The ink cartridge replacement procedure in the following each case

is explained below.

NOTE

- Do not remove an ink cartridge under the following
conditions.
Depending on the printer status, the ink spills within the
ink box, causing a trouble.

- In case that no power is supplied to the printer because

of a power failure or printer breaker off.

- In case that an error other than ink end has occurred.

- If the cartridge in which the ink remains is replaced, do so
in the offline mode.
(=> "Section 3 Ink Menu (5)")

- Make sure the upside and downside of the ink cartridge
before installing.

Section 2 Basic Operations

Ink Cartridge Replacement Procedure

1

Open the ink cover.

Ink cartridge

Push here to open/close the ink cover.

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2

Remove an ink cartridge from the printer.

Ink cover

3

4

Insert a new ink cartridge into the printer.

New ink cartridge

Ink cover

Close the ink cover.

Ink cover

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5

End of ink cartridge replacement.

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

- If abnormal end occurs, an error message will be displayed.

Go back to 1.

- The printer continues to print when the ink remains in the sub-tank

during replacing ink cartridge.

Replacing Empty Ink Cartridge

Replacing Ink Cartridges

1

2

A guidance message appears.

OPEN L INKCOVER
CHANGE XX INK

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

OPEN R INKCOVER
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

1

2

The guidance message appears.

OPEN L INKCOVER
SET XX INK

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

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 Cartridges during Printing

This unit enables you to replace the ink cartridges during the online

printing without interrupting the printing operation. Accordingly,

the guidance for ink replacement during the online printing is

displayed on the second line of LCD. The following describes the

guidance shown if the ink cover is opened during the online printing

or if the ink in main cartridge is used up.

<If the Ink Cover is Opened>

Replacing Ink Cartridges

XXXX:
L, R

PRINTING
ROLL: 64 (PAPER)

PRINTING
INKCOVER IS OPEN

PRINTING
CLOSE X INKCOVER

The guidance that prompts you to close the ink cover is displayed

on the second line of LCD. The printing operation continues if the

ink is present in the sub tank even though the ink cover is open.

However, no ink is supplied to the sub tank because the ink cover

is open.

If the ink in the sub tank is used up, the print pause mode is activated

and the printing operation is interrupted until the ink cover is closed.

To recover from the interrupted state, close the ink cover and press

the ONLINE key, and the pause mode is then cancelled and the

print will restart.

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<If the Ink in Main Cartridge is Used Up>

PRINTING
ROLL: 64 (PAPER)

XXXX: L, R
YY: Bk Lm Lc Y M C

PRINTING
OPEN X INKCOVER

PRINTING
CHANGE YY INK

The guidance that prompts you to replace the main cartridge is

displayed on the second line of LCD. The printing operation

continues until the ink in the sub tank is used up. During this time,

if you replace the cartridge, the printing operation can continue

without interrupting the printing operation.

If the main cartridge is not replaced even after the ink in the sub

tank was used up, the print pause mode is activated and the printing

operation is interrupted until the main cartridge is replaced.

To recover from the interrupted state, close the ink cover and press

the ONLINE key, and the pause mode is then cancelled and the

print will restart.

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HINT

- The guidance concerning the ink replacement during the
online printing is displayed on the second line of LCD,
same as the guidance mentioned above.
Respective recovery methods are same as usual trouble­shooting methods.

If an Ink Cartridge Is Not Detected

Replacing Ink Cartridges

1

2

The guidance message appears.

OPEN L INK COVER
CHECK XX INK

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

OPEN R INKCOVER
CHECK 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 the following 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

explained below.

NOTE

- Do not replace the waste ink bottle during printing.

Waste Ink Bottle Replacement Procedure

1

2

3

Loosen the knob and lift up the lever from the waste ink
bottle.

(1)

(2)

Lever

Waste ink bottle

Wait for a while to drop the remaining ink into the ink tube.

Take out the filled waste ink bottle from the printer, and

Knob

(3)

Tube

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securely cap the waste ink bottle to replace with a new
one.

Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle

4

5

6

Wipe up the spilt ink into the waste ink bottle unit.

Lift the lever and mount a new waste ink bottle.

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Drop the lever and insert the ink tube securely and

tighten the knob.

(2)

(1)

7

8

The selection message of the waste ink counter setting

(reset (clear)) will be displayed.

#INK COUNT RESET
*NO

Select “YES” and press the key.

#INK COUNT RESET
*YES

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If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Full

1

2

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

The selection message of the waste ink counter setting
(reset (clear)) will be displayed.

#INK COUNT RESET
*NO

NOTE

- Make sure visually whether or not the waste ink bottle is
not full before using the printer.

#INK COUNT RESET
*YES

NOTE

- The waste ink counter is prepared for urging waste ink
disposal with the error message when the waste ink is more
than the specified amount by counting the used (waste)
ink amount.
The waste ink counter can detect full of the waste
simultaneously but cannot detect actual full state of the
waste ink.
The counter counts up from the empty of the waste ink
bottle. Always select “*YES” for the “INK COUTN RESET”
menu when replacing the waste ink bottle with a new one.
If not, the waste ink full counter cannot be only used
effectively, but also the waste ink becomes full before
generating warning and the waste ink may be spilt over.

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3

Select “*YES” and press the key.

If the Waste Ink Bottle Is Not Installed

Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle

1

2

3

A guidance message appears on the LCD.

BOTTLE ISN’T SET
SET BOTTLE

Insert a new waste ink bottle into the printer and install
the waste ink bottle cover.

⇒ See the step 3 of the Waste Ink Bottle Replacement

Procedure.

The selection message of the waste ink counter setting
(rest (clear)) will be displayed.

#INK COUNT RESET
*NO

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#INK COUNT RESET
*YES

4

Select “*YES” and press the key.

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Head Cleaning "CLEANING"

1

2

3

Put the printer offline. (Press the key.)

INK ENTRY
PAPER F•ADJ

Press the key to display the CLEANING menu.

INK ENTRY
PAPER F•ADJ

SERVICE FEED
CLEANING

Press the key to enter the head cleaning menu.

#CLEANING
*NORMAL

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4

5

# CLEANING
>NORMAL

Press the key.

# CLEANING
* OK?

Press the key and key to select a cleaning

option.

#CLEANING
*SLIGHT

#CLEANING
*STRONG

Head Cleaning "CLEANING"

6

7

8

Press the key.

#CLEANING
*BOTTLE OK?

Make sure that the waste ink bottle is not full, and then
press the key again.

CLEANING
WAIT A MOMENT XXX

NOTE

- The cleaning takes several minutes.

When the cleaning is completed, the screen is retured to
step 3 automatically.

XXX : Figure will be increased

in about 10 seconds.

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9

# CLEANING
>NORMAL

Press the key to return to the original offline mode.

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Paper Feed "FEED"

This section describes how to manually feed paper after printing.

1

2

3

Put the printer offline. (Press the key.)

INK ENTRY
PAPER F•ADJ

Press the key to display the FEED menu.

SERVICE FEED
CLEANING

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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4

When the key is released, paper feeding stops and

the top screen returns to offline mode.

SERVICE FEED
CLEANING

Using the Origin Point Setting Function

<Origin Point Setting>

When printing a small size image such as a A4 size image on the

64-inch width paper, the large blank will be generated as the figure

shows below.

In this case, rewind the print paper and set the print origin point to

print an image on the blank area.

The print origin point setting at paper rewinding is called as “Origin

Point Setting Function.”

(1st time printing) (Paper rewinding) (2nd time printing)

Paper Feed "FEED"

Section 2 Basic Operations

Blank area

Origin point

<How to Use the Origin Point Setting Function>

1

Lift the pressure roller up/down lever and rewind the
paper.

SET PAPER
PUSH DOWN LEVER

Pressure roller up/down lever

NOTE

- Rewind the paper after the paper is enoughly dried.

If not, the 1st time printing image may be damaged.

Base point

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2

Pressure roller up/down lever

Push down the pressure roller up/down lever.

3

4

5

Select “BASE” in the “SELECT PAPER” menu and press
the key.

SELECT PAPER
ROLL/SHEET: BASE

Input the paper width and press the key.

The paper width detected at

PAPER WIDTH
*1372 mm

Input the base point (print offset value for paper width
direction: origin point).

BASE POINT
*0000 mm

The previous setting value will be displayed.

previous time is displayed.
(Paper width input range: 290
to 1635 mm)

The base point set at previous
time is displayed.

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The origin moves if either paper width or base point is set.

Print margin

Base point input value

Paper width input value

Paper Feed "FEED"

6

Select “*Yes” or “No” of back feed operation.

PAPER FEED BACK
*NO

The area from the paper output
sensor position to the print start
position (the grid roller) becomes
print dead area.

NOTE

- Cut the edge of the paper so that it will be parallel to the
guide line before installing the paper.
If the edge of the paper is not parallel to the guide line, the
front side of the print is cut, the platen is stained with ink,
and the paper jam may be caused.

PAPER FEED BACK
*YES

The print dead area can be
decreased by rewinding the paper
for length between the paper output
sensor and grid roller.
(20 to 30 mm from the front edge
cannot be printed.)

Section 2 Basic Operations

7

Select a paper type again.

SELECT PAPER TYPE
PAPER: TYPE01

PREPARING PAPER
WAIT A MOMENT

NOTE

- When using the origin point setting function, keep front,
right, and left margins sufficiently because the paper is
rewinded manually.

- The paper width and base point settings cannot be saved.

- The origin point setting function can be used only for paper
roll. This function cannot be used for the cut sheet.

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Installing Paper on Winder

A paper winder unit is built in the printer. It winds roll paper for

storage without cutting it.

Use the paper winder unit as follows:

1

Prepare the paper tube and 1 m-lead paper of which
paper width is the same as the paper’s you will use.

Attach the lead paper on the paper tube.

Tape

Approx. 1 m

Lead paper

Paper tube

NOTE

- Pay attention to the direction of attaching tape on the
winding side according to the winding direction setting
(outer side rewind/inner side rewind).

- Attach the paper to the take out roller straightly to protect
slanting feed.

- The paper tube width on the winding side must be same
as the width of the rolled paper to be printed.
The use of larger width may cause a winding deviation.

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2

Insert the paper tube with the lead paper to the left
flange.

Left flange

Left flange

Flange

Paper tube

Tension roller

Paper tube

Installing Paper on Winder

3

Left flange

4

Slide the right flange (movable side) and insert it into the

paper tube.

Paper tube Right flange

Paper tube

Right flange

Tighten the right flange knob securely.

Paper tube

Right flange

Knob

Section 2 Basic Operations

5

Lift the pressure roller up/down lever, insert paper from

the paper feeder, push down the pressure roller up/down

lever to set the paper, and feed paper by the Feed menu

on the operation panel (see Section 3, Operation Panel

Menu Operations (Feed Menu)) until the paper is wound.

Paper feeder

Paper delivery unit (rear)

(2)

Pressure roller up/down lever

Pressure roller up/down lever

(1)

(3)

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6

Tape the edge of the paper on the lead paper at three

positions: both sides and center.

Lead paper

7

Paper

Tape

Tape

Paper tube

Manually turn the scroller flange in the direction of

winding to wind the paper slightly.

Tension roller

Tension roller

Right flange

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8

Check the positions of the paper and winding sensor,

and install it.

Winder switch

Winding sensor

Installing Paper on Winder

The winding unit supports two winding methods; tension winding and
slack winding.

Generally, use the slack winding. If the slack winding does not work
correctly, use the tension winding. Also, be sure to use the slack winding
for glossy paper.
Also, inner winding and outer winding are available.

Tension roller setting.

•

• Slack winding: Set the tension roller to the upper side.

Tension roller

Section 2 Basic Operations

•Tension winding: Set the tension roller to the lower side.

Tension roller

Slide seven tension rollers according to the paper width.

To slide a tension roller, loosen three slotted head screws.

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NOTE

- Do not change the order of seven tension rollers, as their
outside diameters are different.
Changing the order will cause a skew.

Winding unit switch setting

•

Either internal winding or external winding can be selected.

When the winding unit is not used, turn the winding unit switch off.

Inner winding

Outer winding

Winding unit OFF

NOTE

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

- If the winding unit is not used, turn the winding unit switch
off.

- When the paper roll for the winding unit nears the diameter
of the winding unit’s flange, remove the winding side paper
roll and replace the paper tube with a new one.
If not so, a winding error may occur.

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

- When printing without using a winding unit, edge of paper
or printing surface may be damaged or be folded due to
contact with the winding sensor caused by winds.
Fold the winding sensor, or handle the printing surface with
care.

Changing Heater Control Setting Temperature

Front Heater ON/OFF key

Front Heater UP/DOWN key

LCD

Rear Heater ON/OFF key

Print Heater ON/OFF key

Print Heater UP/DOWN key

Preset temperature
Current temperature

Rear Heater UP/DOWN key

In normal use, temperatures of all heaters for the every selected

media are preset automatically.

Therefore, ON/OFF setting and temperature setting for all heaters

are not necessary.

Use the heater control panel only when the fine adjustment for the

heater temperature is desired.

Set on/off and setup temperature of three heaters on the heater

control panel.

Section 2 Basic Operations

• ON/OFF setting: Use ON/OFF key for each heater.

•Temperature setting: Use the up key or down key for each heater.

• LCD screen: (When the heater is turned ON)

• Upper line: Preset temperature for each heater

• Lower line: Current temperature for each heater

(When the heater is turned OFF)

• Upper line: “OFF” for each heater

• Lower line: Current temperature for each heater

The preset temperature range is fixed to 15 °C to 55 °C.

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Heater preset temperature by medium

The heater preset temperature for medium is listed in the table.

Preset the heater temperature according to the media you use.

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It is recommended that the front heater, the print heater and the rear

heater be set to lower than 50 °C, 45 °C and 50 °C, respectively.

When the print heater is set to higher than 45 °C, we recommend

setting the head motion mode to "HIGHLIGHT."

NOTE

- When the print heater temperature is set to high, fixibility
of the ink is improved, but paper wrinkle or mat print may
be caused.
Adjust heater temperature according to the paper type and
environmental temperature.

- When the print heater temperature is set to high, the printer
may print at low speed to ensure stable print quality .

- Set the front/rear heater temperature higher 5 °C than the
print heater’s.
Bad temperature balance between the front/rear heater
and print heater may cause paper wrinkle.

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Changing Heater Control Setting Temperature

Flow of heater temperature setting

(1) If the paper type is selected in setting the paper, the temperature initial

value of each heater set for that paper is set on the heater control panel.

- If the temperature initial value has been set, the heater turns on. (Heating

does not start yet.)

- If the temperature initial value is set to **, the heater turns off. (The set

temperature display on the heater control panel becomes OFF.)

(2) If the print data are sent from the host (PC), either of the following

operations is performed before the print starts.

A) If "Priority Setting (Heater)" set for the paper is "Data Priority"

- The temperature set with RIP (print data, job) overwrites the set

temperature on the heater control panel, and the heating starts. (The

heating does not start if the temperature set value is OFF.)

- If the temperature is not set with RIP (print data, job), the heating starts

with the set temperature on the heater control panel.

B) If "Priority Setting (Heater)" set for the paper is "Panel Priority"

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- The temperature set with RIP is ignored and the heating starts with the

set temperature on the heater control panel.

(3) The print starts when the current temperature of front, print, and rear heaters

all reaches the value exceeding "set temperature -2 °C", the print starts.

If the current temperature is higher than the set temperature, the print starts

without waiting for the temperature to drop. Even after the print started, the

temperature control is made so that the heaters keep the set temperature.

(4) During the printing, the temperature can vary while the printing is

performed by changing the set temperature with the "TEMPERATURE
UP/DOWN" key on the heater control panel.

Even after the print finished, the temperature changed in this section

remains as "set temperature".

(5) Hence, the print job returns to step (2).

For the temperature initial value setting of front, print, and rear heaters, and

the priority setting (heater), see Section 3 Entry Menu.

- The heaters operate under the condition displayed on the

HINT

heater control panel, whatever means are used to set
the temperature.

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Using the Media Pressure Alternation Lever

Alternate the media gripping pressure of the paper transmission

roller according to the media.

Generally, set the media pressure alternation lever to “normal

pressure.” When media cannot be fed correctly due to skew, set

the media alternation lever to “high pressure.”

Use the media pressure alternation lever to alternate the media

gripping pressure (See the figure below) .

Normal pressure

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High pressure

Paper pressure alternation lever

NOTE

- The shape of the lever groove is shown below.

(2)

(1)

Pull the lever front and push up the lever for alternate the
pressure from high to normal.