VIDEOJET 1860 Operator's Manual

Videojet 1860

Operator Manual

P/N 462651-01

Revision AB, April 2017

Copyright April 2017, Videojet Technologies Inc. (herein referred to as Videojet). All rights reserved.

This document is the property of Videojet Technologies Inc. and contains confidential and proprietary

information owned by Videojet. Any unauthorized copying, use or disclosure of it without the prior

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is a registered trademark.

Videojet Technologies Inc.

1500 Mittel Boulevard Phone: [phone] Offices - USA: Atlanta, Chicago, Los Angeles, Philadelphia
Wood Dale, IL Fax: [phone] INT’L: Canada, France, Germany, Ireland, Japan, Spain,
60191-1073 USA Int’l Fax: [phone] Singapore, The Netherlands, The United Kingdom

www.videojet.com Distributors Worldwide

Table of Contents

Compliance Information........................................................................................................................ i

For Customers in the European Union............................................................................................ i

For Customers in the USA............................................................................................................... i

For Customers in Canada............................................................................................................... ii

Pour la clientèle du Canada........................................................................................................... ii

Support and Training........................................................................................................................... iii

Contact Information....................................................................................................................... iii

Service Program ............................................................................................................................ iii

Customer Training......................................................................................................................... iii

Section 1 Introduction.........................................................................................................................1-1

1.1 Videojet 1860 Printer .................................................................................................................1-1

1.2 About the Manual.......................................................................................................................1-2

1.3 Related Publications..................................................................................................................1-2

1.3.1 Language Codes...............................................................................................................1-2

1.4 Content Presentation.................................................................................................................1-3

1.4.1 The Word ‘Printer’.............................................................................................................1-3

1.4.2 Positional References.......................................................................................................1-3

1.4.3 Units of Measurement.......................................................................................................1-3

1.4.4 Safety Information.............................................................................................................1-3

1.5 User Interface Terminology........................................................................................................1-4

1.6 Abbreviations and Acronyms.....................................................................................................1-5

1.7 Chapters in this Manual.............................................................................................................1-5

Section 2 Safety...................................................................................................................................2-1

2.1 Introduction................................................................................................................................2-1

2.2 General Safety Guidelines.........................................................................................................2-1

2.3 Electrical Safety Guidelines.......................................................................................................2-2

2.3.1 Electrical Power Supply....................................................................................................2-2

2.3.2 Electrical Cables...............................................................................................................2-2

2.3.3 Bonding and Grounding....................................................................................................2-3

2.3.4 Fuses................................................................................................................................2-4

2.4 Fluid Safety Guidelines..............................................................................................................2-4

2.4.1 Read the Material Safety Data Sheets..............................................................................2-4

2.4.2 Ink/Make-up/Cleaning Solution.........................................................................................2-5

2.5 Compressed Air Safety Guidelines............................................................................................2-6

2.6 UI Related Safety Guidelines.....................................................................................................2-6

2.7 Other Important Guidelines........................................................................................................2-7

Section 3 Main Parts............................................................................................................................3-1

3.1 Printer Overview ........................................................................................................................3-1

3.2 Main Parts of the Videojet 1860 Printer.....................................................................................3-2

3.2.1 Touch Screen Display.......................................................................................................3-3

3.2.2 Electronics Compartment..................................................................................................3-4

3.2.3 Main Power Switch ...........................................................................................................3-5

3.2.4 Ink Compartment ..............................................................................................................3-6

3.2.5 Standard IO.....................................................................................................................3-12

3.2.6 Expanded IO...................................................................................................................3-13

3.2.7 Umbilical .........................................................................................................................3-14

3.2.8 Printhead.........................................................................................................................3-14

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Section 4 Operation .............................................................................................................................4-1

Introduction.......................................................................................................................................4-1

4.1 How to Turn On the Printer ........................................................................................................4-1

4.2 Getting Started with the User Interface......................................................................................4-2

4.3 Login and Access Levels............................................................................................................4-5

4.3.1 How to Login......................................................................................................................4-5

4.4 How to Start the Printer..............................................................................................................4-6

4.5 How to Select a Job for Print......................................................................................................4-6

4.6 Faults and Warnings ..................................................................................................................4-8

4.6.1 Reading a Fault Message or Warning...............................................................................4-9

4.7 How to Print a Job....................................................................................................................4-10

4.8 Adjusting the Job......................................................................................................................4-11

4.8.1 Adjusting the Print Position on the Product.....................................................................4-12

4.8.2 Adjusting the Print Scale on the Product.........................................................................4-13

4.9 How to Stop the Print ...............................................................................................................4-14

4.10 How to Stop the Jet................................................................................................................4-14

4.11 How to Turn Off the Printer ....................................................................................................4-15

4.12 How to Connect the USB to the Printer..................................................................................4-15

Section 5 Job Editor.............................................................................................................................5-1

Introduction.......................................................................................................................................5-1

5.1 Accessing the Job Editor............................................................................................................5-1

5.2 How to Create a New Job ..........................................................................................................5-2

5.2.1 Job Settings.......................................................................................................................5-7

5.2.2 Add Field .........................................................................................................................5-12

5.3 How to Edit a Job.....................................................................................................................5-31

5.4 How to Quick Edit a Job...........................................................................................................5-32

5.5 Example - Create a New Job ...................................................................................................5-33

5.5.1 To Insert Text ..................................................................................................................5-34

5.5.2 To Insert Date..................................................................................................................5-35

5.5.3 To Insert Counter.............................................................................................................5-40

5.5.4 Save the Job....................................................................................................................5-41

Section 6 User Interface......................................................................................................................6-1

Introduction.......................................................................................................................................6-1

6.1 Home Screen Description ..........................................................................................................6-1

6.2 Using the Tools Screen..............................................................................................................6-3

6.2.1 Performance......................................................................................................................6-4

6.2.2 Consumables........................................................................................................... ..........6-7

6.2.3 Line Setup .........................................................................................................................6-9

6.2.4 File Manager....................................................................................... .......... ........... ........6-10

6.2.5 Custom Reference Builder ..............................................................................................6-13

6.2.6 Global Job Settings.........................................................................................................6-20

6.2.7 Communications .............................................................................................................6-22

6.2.8 Printer Settings................................................................................................................6-25

6.2.9 User Access ....................................................................................................................6-31

6.2.10 Configure Home Screen................................................................................................6-34

6.2.11 Software Download .......................................................................................................6-36

6.2.12 Maintenance..................................................................................................................6-39

6.2.13 Diagnostics....................................................................................................................6-40

6.2.14 Installation ....................................................................................................................6-43

6.2.15 Ink Build-up Sensor.......................................................................................................6-44

6.3 Configure Line Setup................................................................................................................6-46

6.3.1 Creating A New Line Setup.............................................................................................6-46

6.3.2 Product Direction.............................................................................................................6-47

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6.3.3 Printhead Orientation......................................................................................................6-48

6.3.4 Print Mode.......................................................................................................................6-49

6.3.5 Print Trigger....................................................................................................................6-52

6.3.6 Line Speed......................................................................................................................6-53

6.3.7 Activate the Line Setup...................................................................................................6-58

6.4 Overall Equipment Effectiveness Availability...........................................................................6-59

6.4.1 Introduction.....................................................................................................................6-59

6.4.2 Printer Availability ...........................................................................................................6-60

6.4.3 Operation Availability......................................................................................................6-60

6.4.4 Availability Screen...........................................................................................................6-61

Section 7 Maintenance........................................................................................................................7-1

Introduction......................................................................................................................................7-1

7.1 Maintenance Schedule ..............................................................................................................7-2

7.2 Using the Maintenance Tool......................................................................................................7-3

7.2.1 Using the Maintenance Instruction Video .........................................................................7-5

7.3 Replacement of Fluid Cartridges ...............................................................................................7-7

7.3.1 How to Replace the Fluid Cartridges................................................................................7-7

7.4 Inspect the Printhead.................................................................................................................7-9

7.5 Clean the Printhead.................................................................................................................7-10

7.5.1 How to Clean the Printhead............................................................................................7-12

7.6 Clean the Print Cabinet............................................................................................................7-14

7.7 Clean the Touch Screen..........................................................................................................7-15

7.8 Replacement of Air Filter .........................................................................................................7-16

7.8.1 How to Remove the Air Filter..........................................................................................7-16

7.8.2 How to Install the Air Filter..............................................................................................7-18

7.9 Preparation for Long-term Shutdown (Storage) or Transportation..........................................7-19

7.9.1 How to Prepare for Long-term Shutdown (Storage) or Transportation...........................7-20

Section 8 Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................8-1

Introduction......................................................................................................................................8-1

8.1 The Printer Does Not Start.........................................................................................................8-2

8.2 Incorrect Print Position...............................................................................................................8-4

8.2.1 Adjusting the Print Position...............................................................................................8-4

8.3 Incorrect Print Size.....................................................................................................................8-5

8.4 Print Not Complete.....................................................................................................................8-5

8.5 Poor Print Quality.......................................................................................................................8-6

8.6 Alarm Messages........................................................................................................................8-7

8.6.1 Clearing an Alarm.............................................................................................................8-8

8.6.2 Printer Alarms.................................................................................................................8-10

Appendix A Specifications..................................................................................................................A-1

Introduction......................................................................................................................................A-1

A.1 Electrical Specifications.............................................................................................................A-1

A.2 Weight .......................................................................................................................................A-1

A.3 Dimensions................................................................................................................................A-2

A.4 Optional Accessories.................................................................................................................A-3

A.4.1 Mobile Printer Stand.........................................................................................................A-3

A.4.2 Printhead Stand................................................................................................................A-4

A.5 Environmental Specifications ....................................................................................................A-4

A.6 Ink and Make-up Fluid Capacity................................................................................................A-5

A.7 Print Height................................................................................................................................A-5

A.8 Font Specifications and Line Speeds........................................................................................A-6

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Compliance Information

For Customers in the European Union

This equipment displays the CE mark to indicate conformance to the following legislation:

EU EMC Directive 2014/30/EU:

Essential health and safety requirements relating to electromagnetic compatibility.

EN 61000-6-4 Generic Emissions Standard for Heavy

EN 61000-3-2 Harmonic Current Fluctuations

EN 61000-3-3 Voltage Fluctuation and Flicker

EN 61000-6-2 Generic standards - Immunity for industrial

EC Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU

Essential health and safety requirements relating to electrical equipment designed for use

within certain voltage limits.

EN 60950-1 Safety requirements for information technology

EN 60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures.

Industrial Environments

environments

equipment including electrical business equipment.

For Customers in the USA

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two

conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference, and

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause

undesired operation.

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Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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.

Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with Class A FCC limits.

This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with U.S. regulations regarding

safety and electrical emissions.

This equipment has been investigated in accordance with the standard for safety:

UL 60950-1: Safety of information technology equipment.

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For Customers in Canada

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from
digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of
Communications.

This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with Canadian regulations
regarding safety and electrical emissions.

This equipment has been investigated in accordance with the standard for safety:
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03. Safety of information technology equipment.

Pour la clientèle du Canada

Le present appareil numerique n’emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites
applicales aux appareils numerique de las class A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le
brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada.

Cet équipement est certifié CSA.

This equipment has been investigated in accordance with the standard for safety:
CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 60950-1-03. Safety of information technology equipment.

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This product is not intended for use in the immediate/direct visual field of the display work
place. To avoid disturbing reflections on the display work place, this product shall not be
placed in the immediate/direct field of vision.

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Support and Training

Contact Information

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact at 1-800-843-3610 (for all

customers within the United States). Outside the U.S., customers should contact their

distributor or subsidiary for assistance.

Videojet Technologies Inc.

1500 Mittel Boulevard

Wood Dale, IL 60191-1073 U.S.A.

Phone: [phone]

Fax: [phone]

International Fax: [phone]

Web: www.videojet.com

Service Program

Videojet service and support programs are designed to protect your investment in Videojet

printers and deliver the lowest total cost of ownership to your operations.

Videojet offers comprehensive service programs, spare parts and training - all designed to

help you keep your lines up and running.

• A complete array of customer services and offerings tailored to meet your
operational needs

• A program designed to maximize your equipment uptime, allowing you to focus on
your most important mission - your company’s productivity

• A product and service program to support and deliver your ultimate purchase: a
high quality, reliable printed code on your finished product.

Customer Training

If you wish to perform your own service and maintenance on the printer, Videojet
Technologies Inc. recommends you complete a Customer Training Course on the printer.

Note: The manuals are intended to be supplements to (and not replacements for) Videojet Technologies

Inc. Customer Training.

For more information on Videojet Technologies Inc. Customer Training Courses, call
1-800-843-3610 (within the United States only). Outside the U.S., customer should contact a
Videojet subsidiary office or the local Videojet distributor for further information.

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Section 1 Introduction

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Figure 1-1: Videojet 1860Printer

1. Touch Screen Display

2. Electronics Compartment

3. Main Power Switch

4. Expansion IO

5. Standard IO

6. Mains Lead

7. Umbilical

8. Ink Compartment

9. Printhead

This section contains the following information:

• Videojet 1860 Printer

• About the Manual

• Related Publications

• Content Presentation

• User Interface Terminology

• Abbreviations and Acronyms

• Chapters in this Manual

1.1 Videojet 1860 Printer

The Videojet 1860 printer, as shown in Figure 1-1, is a continuous ink jet printer that can print
fixed and variable codes at high line speeds on consumer and industrial products. The printer
delivers superior uptime, print quality, and ease of use to the operators.

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6

8

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Introduction

1.2 About the Manual

This Operator Manual is written for the every day user of the printer. The Operator Manual helps
the user to understand the different parts and different printing operations of the printer.

1.3 Related Publications

The following manual is available for reference:

Videojet 1860 Service Manual, Part Number: 462652.

Videojet 1860 Illustrated Parts Breakdown Manual, Part Number: 462653.

1.3.1 Language Codes

Use the list of language codes shown in Table 1-1 to identify the translated versions of the
manual. For example, the Spanish version of the operator manual is part number 462651-04.

Note: Availability of the operator manual is indicated by an asterisk (*). Availability of the service manual

is indicated by a plus sign (+). Please contact the Videojet distributor or subsidiary for more
information.

Code Language Availability (see Note:)

01 English (US) * +

02 French * +

03 German * +

04 Spanish * +

05 Portuguese

(Brazilian)

06 Japanese *

07 Russian *

08 Italian *

09 Dutch *

10 Chinese (Simplified) *

11 Arabic *

12 Korean *

13 Thai *

15 Norwegian *

*

16 Finnish *

17 Swedish *

18 Danish *

19 Greek *

20 Hebrew *

Table 1-1: Language Codes

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Code Language Availability (see Note:)

21 English (UK) * +

23 Polish *

24 Turkish * +

25 Czech *

26 Hungarian *

33 Vietnamese *

34 Bulgarian *

55 Romanian *

Table 1-1: Language Codes (continued)

1.4 Content Presentation

This manual contains different types of information such as safety guidelines, additional notes,
User Interface (UI) terminology and so on. To help you to identify the different types of
information, different writing styles are used. This section describes these writing styles.

Introduction

1.4.1 The Word ‘Printer’

The word ‘printer’ indicates the Videojet 1860 printer, from this point onwards, in this manual.

1.4.2 Positional References

Unless stated to the contrary, positions and directions such as left, right, front, rear, to the right
and to the left are given with respect to the printer when viewed from the front.

1.4.3 Units of Measurement

This manual uses metric units of measurement. The equivalent English measures are included in
parenthesis. For example, 240 mm (9.44 inches).

1.4.4 Safety Information

The safety information includes warning and caution statements.

1.4.4.1 Warning

The warning statements indicate hazards or unsafe practices that can result in personal injury
or death.

For example:

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The cleaning solution is poisonous if taken internally. Do not drink. Seek medical attention
immediately if ingested.

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Figure 1-2: Menu Screen

1.4.4.2 Caution

The caution statements indicate hazards or unsafe practices that can result in damage to the
equipment.

For example:

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

Do not fit or remove any connector on the printer when the power is turned on. The failure to
follow this caution can damage the printer.

1.4.4.3 Notes

Notes provide additional information about a particular topic.

For example:

Note: The user can view the alarm details by clicking on the respective alarm.

1.5 User Interface Terminology

For more information on operating system, refer Section 6, "User Interface" on page 6-1.

CAUTION

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1.6 Abbreviations and Acronyms

Table 1-2 describes the abbreviations and acronyms included in this manual.

Abbreviation/Acronym Description

AC Alternating Current

EHT Extra High Tension

GUI Graphic User Interface

IMB Ink Management Board

LCD Liquid Crystal Display

MCB Main Control Board

MSDS Material Safety Data Sheet

PCB Printed Circuit Board

PSU Power Supply Unit

UI User Interface

Table 1-2: Abbreviations and Acronyms

Introduction

1.7 Chapters in this Manual

Table 1-3 provides the list of chapters in this operator manual.

Section No. Section Name Description

1. Introduction Contains the information about this manual, related

2. Safety Contains the safety and hazard information.

3. Main Parts Contains the description the main parts of the printer.

4. Operation Contains the information on how to use the UI to setup

5. Job Editor Contains information on how to create, edit and save jobs.

6. User Interface Explains how to use the UI to create and save jobs.

7. Maintenance Provides the maintenance and cleaning procedures of the

8. Troubleshooting Contains diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures.

Appendix A Specifications Contains printer specifications.

publications, and writing styles used in this manual.

and operate the printer.

printer.

Table 1-3: Chapters in the Manual

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Section 2 Safety

This section contains the following information:

• Introduction

• General Safety Guidelines

• Electrical Safety Guidelines

• Fluid Safety Guidelines

• Compressed Air Safety Guidelines

• UI Related Safety Guidelines

• Other Important Guidelines

2.1 Introduction

The policy of Videojet Technologies Inc. is to manufacture non-contact printing/coding systems
and ink supplies that meet high standards of performance and reliability. We enforce strict
quality control techniques to eliminate the potential for defects and hazards in our products.

The intended use of the printer is to print information directly onto a product. Use of this
equipment in any other fashion may lead to serious personal injury.

The safety guidelines provided in this section are intended to educate the operators on all safety
issues, so that the printer is serviced and operated in a safe manner.

2.2 General Safety Guidelines

• Always refer to the correct service manuals as per the specific Videojet printer
model.

• Only Videojet-trained personnel must carry out installation and maintenance work.
Any such work undertaken by unauthorized personnel may damage the printer and
will invalidate the warranty.

• To avoid damage to the printer components, use only soft brushes and lint-free cloth
for cleaning. Do not use high pressure air, cotton waste, or abrasive materials.

• The printhead must be completely dry before attempting to start the printer,
otherwise the printhead may get damaged

• Do not fit or remove any connector on the printer when the power is turned on,
otherwise the printer may get damaged.

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2.3 Electrical Safety Guidelines

This section explains the safety guidelines related to electrical power supply, electrical cables,
fuses, bonding, and grounding.

2.3.1 Electrical Power Supply

PERSONAL INJURY.

Lethal voltages are present within this equipment when it is connected to the mains electrical
supply. Only trained and authorized personnel must carry out the maintenance work.

PERSONAL INJURY.

Observe all statutory electrical safety codes and practices. Unless it is necessary to run the
printer, disconnect the printer from the mains electrical supply before removing the covers or
attempting any service or repair activity. Non-adherence to this warning can result in death or
personal injury.

WARN IN G

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PERSONAL INJURY.

A high AC voltage is present at the inverter and backlight. Extreme caution is required when
diagnosing failure in these areas.

2.3.2 Electrical Cables

PERSONAL INJURY.

Use only the mains power cable supplied with the printer. The end of this cable must have an
approved, three-pole, mains plug that has a protective ground conductor.

The electrical power cables, sockets and plugs must be kept clean and dry.
For pluggable equipment, the socket-outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be

easily accessible.

PERSONAL INJURY.

Always inspect the cables for damage, wear, corrosion, and deterioration. Make all
grounding/bonding connections void of areas of paint, ink build-up, and corrosion.

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2.3.3 Bonding and Grounding

PERSONAL INJURY.

The printer must be connected to an AC power supply that has a protective ground conductor
and must be according to IEC requirements or applicable local regulations.

PERSONAL INJURY.

Do not use the printer if there is any interruption in the protective ground conductor or if the
protective ground conductor is disconnected. The failure to follow this warning can cause an
electrical shock.

PERSONAL INJURY.

Always ground conductive equipment to an earthing electrode or to the building grounding
system with approved cables as per NEC standards in order to drain all potential static
discharge. For example, a metal service tray to earth ground.

Safety

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A resistance reading from the grounded service tray to the equipment chassis or mounting
bracket should be 0 to less than 1 ohm. A resistance check should be made using a safe and
reliable ohmmeter and should be done on a frequent basis.

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The PCBs contain static sensitive devices. A suitably grounded, antistatic wrist strap must be
worn when working on or handling PCBs.

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Always prevent static discharge from occurring. Use proper Grounding and Bonding methods.
Only use Videojet approved metallic service trays and ground cables.

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Always bond conductive equipment together with approved cables to maintain them at the
same potential and minimize static discharge. For example, printhead to metal service tray.

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Safety

PERSONAL INJURY.

The Optional Wash Station has been solely designed for the cleaning of the printhead.

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

Always empty the service trays frequently. Some inks and cleaning solutions are flammable.
Make sure that the waste fluids are disposed according to HAZMAT.

2.3.4 Fuses

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• Do not use it for purging or printing operations or for any other purposes.

• Always ensure that the jet is stopped and that any hazardous voltages are switched

off prior to the commencement of the printhead wash down.

CAUTION

WARN IN G

PERSONAL INJURY.

To ensure continued protection against fire hazards, replace fuses only with the specified type
and rating.

2.4 Fluid Safety Guidelines

This section describes the hazards that may occur while handling ink, make-up fluid, cleaning
solutions, and the safety precautions that a user must take to prevent hazards.

2.4.1 Read the Material Safety Data Sheets

Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) before using any ink, make-up
fluid, or cleaning solution. An MSDS exists for each type of ink, make-up fluid, and cleaning
solution. For more information, visit www.videojet.com and navigate to Resources > Safety Data
Sheets.

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2.4.2 Ink/Make-up/Cleaning Solution

PERSONAL INJURY.

The ink, make-up fluid and cleaning solution are irritating to the eyes and respiratory system.
To prevent personal injury when handling these substances:

• Always wear protective clothing and rubber gloves.

• Always wear goggles with side-shields or a face mask. It is also advisable to wear

safety glasses when carrying out maintenance.

• Apply barrier hand cream before handling ink.

• If ink or make-up fluid or cleaning solution contaminates the skin, wash immediately

with soap water. DO NOT use washdown or solvent to clean ink stains from the skin.
If cleaning solution contaminates the skin, rinse off with running water for at least 15
minutes.

PERSONAL INJURY.

The ink, make-up fluid and cleaning solution are volatile and highly flammable. They must be
stored and handled in accordance with local regulations.

Safety

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• Do not smoke or use a naked flame in the vicinity of these substances.

• Immediately after use, remove any tissue or cloth that becomes saturated with these

substances. Dispose all such items in accordance with the local regulations.

• In the event that any ink or make-up fluid or cleaning solution container is not

completely empty after use, it should be resealed. Only full bottles are recommended
for use when replenishing ink or make-up fluid or cleaning solution; partially filled
bottles must be disposed in accordance with the local regulations.

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When setting up the nozzle, direct the ink stream into a beaker or suitable container. To avoid
the contamination of the ink, do not re-use any ink collected in this way. Dispose all waste ink
in accordance with the local regulations.

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Prolonged breathing of make-up fluid or cleaning solution may cause drowsiness and/or
effects similar to alcoholic intoxication. Use only in open, well-ventilated areas.

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The cleaning solution is poisonous if taken internally. Do not drink. Seek medical attention
immediately if ingested.

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CAUTION

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

Make sure that the cleaning solution is compatible with the ink used before carrying out
printhead cleaning otherwise the printhead may get damaged.

CAUTION

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

Any cleaning solutions containing chloride, including hypochlorite bleaches or hydrochloric
acid, can cause unacceptable surface pitting and staining. These should not be used in contact
with stainless steels. If wire brushes or wire scouring pads are used, these should be made of
stainless steel. Make sure that any abrasive media used is free from sources of contamination,
especially iron and chlorides.

2.5 Compressed Air Safety Guidelines

PERSONAL INJURY.

Airborne particles and substances are a health hazard. Do not use high pressure compressed
air for cleaning purposes.

2.6 UI Related Safety Guidelines

RISK OF DATA LOSS.

Ensure that the required job is loaded each time before entering the print mode especially after
printer power off.

DATA SECURITY.

To prevent unauthorized access to the software, ensure that Logout button is selected when
exiting from the current user level.

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CAUTION

CAUTION

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2.7 Other Important Guidelines

PERSONAL INJURY.

If the battery is replaced by an incorrect type, it will lead to an explosion. Always dispose off
the used batteries according to the instructions and local regulations.

PERSONAL INJURY.

In a fault condition, heater can reach 70
mounted. The failure to follow this warning can cause personal injury.

PERSONAL INJURY.

The ink system operates under pressure. Only trained and authorized personnel must carry
out the maintenance work.

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Safety

CAUTION

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

After a Quick Stop, the machine should not be left in this state for any length of time as drying
ink may make restarting difficult. Perform a nozzle backflush.

CAUTION

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

The printhead must be completely dry before attempting to start the printer otherwise the EHT
will trip.

CAUTION

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

The printer should be placed directly on a flat or solid surface, or bolted to a Videojet supplied
stand. In either case the printer must not be operated when tilted. Always keep the printer
upright on flat surface.

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Section 3 Main Parts

Figure 3-1: Printer Overview

This section contains the following information:

• Printer Overview

• Main Parts of the Videojet 1860 Printer

3.1 Printer Overview

The printer as shown in the Figure 3-1 is a continuous ink jet printer that can print fixed and
variable codes at high line speeds on consumer and industrial products.

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Figure 3-2: Main Parts of the Printer

1. Touch Screen Display

2. Electronics Compartment

3. Main Power Switch

4. Expansion IO

5. Standard IO

6. Mains Lead

7. Umbilical

8. Ink Compartment

9. Printhead

3.2 Main Parts of the Videojet 1860 Printer

The printer includes the following major parts as shown in Figure 3-2.

• Touch Screen Display

• Electronics Compartment

• Main Power Switch

• Ink Compartment

• Standard IO

• Expanded IO

• Mains Lead

• Umbilical

• Printhead

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3.2.1 Touch Screen Display

Figure 3-3: Display Unit

The printer has a 10” LCD touch screen display (see Figure 3-3). It is mounted on the electronics
compartment opening of the cabinet. Printer control is through a Graphic User Interface (GUI).

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1

2

3

4

Figure 3-4: Electronics Compartment

1. Power Supply Unit

2. Main Control Board

3. EHT Module

4. Electronics Compartment Fan

3.2.2 Electronics Compartment

Electronics compartment is located behind the touch screen display as shown in Figure 3-4, it
consists of the following parts:

• Main Control Board

• Power Supply Unit

•EHT Module

• Expansion Board (optional)

The USB port is located below the electronics compartment. The user can access the USB port
through the ink compartment.

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3.2.3 Main Power Switch

Main Power Switch

Figure 3-5: Main Power Switch

The main power switch is a push button to turn on or off the power supply to the printer (see

Figure 3-5). The power switch is located on the right hand side of the printer.

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2

3

1

4

5

6

1. Positive Air Pump Assembly

2. Service Module 2

3. Fluid Cartridge Holder

4. Air Filter Assembly

5. Ink System

6. Service Module 1

Figure 3-6: Ink Compartment

3.2.4 Ink Compartment

The ink compartment is as shown in Figure 3-6. The major parts in the ink compartment are:

• Fluid Cartridges

• Air Filter

• Service Module 2

• Service Module 1

• Ink System

• Positive Air Pump

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3.2.4.1 Fluid Cartridges

Figure 3-7: Fluid Cartridges

1. Fluid Cartridge

The fluid cartridges are located inside the ink compartment. The cartridges available are ink
cartridge and the make-up cartridge (see Figure 3-7).

The cartridges include smart chip technology that allow the printer to monitor:

• Fluid level

• Type of fluid

• Expiry date of fluid.

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Air Filter

Figure 3-8: Air Filter

Service Module 2

Figure 3-9: Service Module 2

3.2.4.2 Air Filter

The air filter is mounted on the door of the ink compartment as shown in the Figure 3-8. The air
filter removes the dust that enters the ink compartment. The air filter has to be replaced for
every 3000 hrs or based on environment conditions. The available air filters are IP55 and IP66.

Note: IP66 is a sealed filter unit.

3.2.4.3 Service Module 2

The service module 2 is located below the fluid cartridges as shown in the Figure 3-9.

The service module 2 has a service life of 12,000 hrs. The service module 2 provides appropriate
warning at the end of service life. The service module 2 should be replaced for the printer to
function properly.

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3.2.4.4 Service Module 1

Figure 3-10: Service Module 1 Assembly

The service module 1 as shown in Figure 3-10 has working life of 5000 hours. The service
module 1 provides appropriate warning at the end of service life. If the filters are used beyond
the service life the jets are suppressed and warning message will be displayed each time when
the jets are started.

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Figure 3-11: Ink System

1. Ink System cover with Fan

2. Ink Pump

3. Mixer Tank

4. Valve Assembly

5. Make-up Tank

6. Pre Venturi Filter

7. Viscometer

8. Ink Management Board

9. Pressure Transducer*

* Item not shown in figure

3.2.4.5 Ink System

Ink system has various sub-systems as shown in the Figure 3-11. The major parts of the ink
system are:

• Make-up Tank

• Mixer Tank

• Ink Pump

• Viscometer

• Ink Management Board (IMB)

• Valve Assembly

• Pressure Transducer

• Pre Venturi Filter

• Ink System Cover with Fan Assembly

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6

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The Figure 3-12 provides the various connections to the ink system.

Ink System Pipe Connections

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Figure 3-12: Ink System Connections

The Table 3-1 provides the connection details to the ink system

Main Parts

Item
No.

Connections Tube Description

1 Ink Return Clear Large Ink flows into the mixer tank from

2 Ink Addition Black Stripe Ink flows into the mixer tank from

3Ink Feed Red Fluid flows from mixer tank to

4Not Used - -

5 Make-up Feed/Return Green Stripe Make-up fluids flows between

6 Gutter recirculation Clear Flows to umbilical

7 Vent to cabinet Blue Stripe Breather tube to cabinet

printhead.

cartridge.

printhead.

make-up tank and make-up cartridge

Table 3-1: Ink System Connections

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Figure 3-13: Standard IO

3.2.5 Standard IO

The printer comes with Standard IO providing external connections for several types as shown
in Figure 3-13. The various connections available with the Standard IO is provided in Table 3-3.

Connector Type

Ethernet

Photocell

Shaft Encoder

Status Output (Beacon)

Relay Switches

Table 3-2: Standard IO Connections

Ethernet

Photocell

Shaft

Encoder

Status Output

Relay

Switches

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3.2.6 Expanded IO

Figure 3-14: Expansion IO

Additional connectivity is available through the addition of Expansion Board and RS232
connector as shown in Figure 3-14 to the printer, for external devices.

• The RS232 connects to the MCB

• Expansion board connects the additional IO.

The various connections available with the Expanded IO is provided in Table 3-3.

Connector Type

Digital IO

Ethernet

Message Select A

Message Select B

RS485

Print Trigger 2

Loop out*

Main Parts

RS232

Table 3-3: Expansion IO Connections

* Output signal from photocell/shaft encoder as configured within the UI.

Digital I/O

Ethernet

2I/O A B RS485 RS2322

Message
Select A

Message
Select B

RS485

Print

Trigger 2

Loop

Out

RS232

613353 AA

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3

4

2

1. Valve Module

2. Printhead PCB

3. Print Module

4. Printhead Cover

Figure 3-15: Printhead Overview

3.2.7 Umbilical

The umbilical contains electrical wiring and ink system tubing from the printer to the printhead.
The standard length of the umbilical is 3 m (9.84 ft).

3.2.8 Printhead

The printhead consists of print module, valve module and PCB as shown in Figure 3-15. The
printhead uses the ink supplied by the mixer tank to print on a product. The control signals and
ink are sent to the printhead through the umbilical.

The system will automatically detect a new print module when replaced.

The printhead consists of the following parts:

• Printhead Cover

•Valve Module

•Print Module

• Printhead PCB

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Section 4 Operation

Introduction

This section provides the basic information for the operator to work on the utility and contains the
following topics:

• How to Turn On the Printer

• Getting Started with the User Interface

• Login and Access Levels

• How to Start the Printer

• How to Select a Job for Print

• Faults and Warnings

• How to Print a Job

• Adjusting the Job

• How to Stop the Print

• How to Stop the Jet

• How to Turn Off the Printer

4.1 How to Turn On the Printer

Do the following task to turn on the printer:

1. Do a visual inspection of the unit. Ensure all connections are secure and cables are connected

correctly.

2. Make sure that the mains power supply cable is connected.

3. Press the main power switch on the side of the printer.

4. The printer will start up and upon completion the Home screen is displayed. The status bar of

the printer displays SHUTDOWN.

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Operation

Figure 4-1: Home Screen

1. Printer Status Bar

2. Message Preview

3. Consumables Information

4. Performance Information

5. Control Bar

4.2 Getting Started with the User Interface

The user interface is a button-based control system. It has an easy-to-use touch screen and most
areas of the display are active. All technical aspects of the printer setup and control are accessed
through the Tools button.

Figure 4-1 shows the Home screen of the utility.

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The Home screen allows the user to access the below options:

Button Description

Starts or stops the jet.

Starts or stops the print.

Note: This button is displayed on the status bar
only when the jet is started.

Returns to the Home screen.

Shows the list of jobs available, including the
current job and the preview of the
highlighted job. Once a job is selected, the job
can be loaded for printing. If the fields are
user enabled, the user can confirm before
printing. The user can also create a new job.

Operation

Opens the Tools screen.

Login or Logout the user from an access
level.

Adjusts the print position and scale of the
print.

Table 4-4: Home Screen Buttons

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Operation

The Home screen displays the following information:

Button Description

Displays the status of the printer.

•RUNNING: Printer is switched on and ready to

print when the proper print trigger is received.

• OFFLINE: Printer is switched on but not ready to

print.

• SHUTDOWN: Power to the printhead is disabled

and the printer is not ready to print.

• WARNING: Warnings are available that the

Operator should be aware of, the printer is not
prevented from operating.

•FAULT: Faults are available that the Operator

should rectify, before the printer can start.

• Allows the user to access the current warnings

and faults if any present.

Also displays the current job loaded on the printer
and the number of current alarms/warnings/faults.

The down arrow button opens the alarms/
warnings/faults list.

Note: Once the alarms/warnings/faults list is viewed, the
user need to touch the upward arrow button to go back to
the current screen.

Shows the preview of the job loaded.

User can customize this section as per their
requirement (Tools > Configure Home Screen).

Touch in this area to view further details.

Shows the batch product count, batch print count,
printer availability and pieces/minute.

Shows the fluid levels (in %) and the calculated run
time remaining.

Touch in this area to open the consumable menu.

Table 4-5: Home Screen Display

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4.3 Login and Access Levels

Figure 4-2: Login screen

The user interface has the following default access levels:

•Admin

• Maintenance

• Operator

•Logged Out

All user levels are password protected apart from Logged out. The customer can use levels to
access different menus in the user interface. The user can configure roles and users, set passwords
through user interface. Refer to Section 6.2.9 User Access on page 6-31 for additional information.

4.3.1 How to Login

1. Touch the button to open the Login To System screen as shown in Figure 4-2.

Operation

2. Touch the Role drop down and select the required role. Touch the button.

3. In the Password text box, enter the password using the keypad. Touch the

button.

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Operation

Figure 4-3: Job Selection

4. The user is logged on the user access level and the user level is displayed on the top of the

screen (see Figure 4-3).

Note: If the function is not visible, user is required to logout and login at the right level.

Note: The button is displayed and the user can exit the access level by touching on the

Logout button.

4.4 How to Start the Printer

1. Make sure that the printer is in SHUTDOWN mode.

2. Touch the button. The printer status changes to STARTING UP.

3. Once the jet has started, the printer status changes to OFFLINE.

4.5 How to Select a Job for Print

1. Touch the button to select the job from the available list.

2. Select the required job from the list and touch the button as shown in Figure 4-3.

The job preview will be displayed.

Note: If a job is not available in the utility, create a new job. Refer to Section 5.2 for more details.

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3. Touch the button to load the job for print as shown in Figure 4-4.

Figure 4-4: Job Selection and Loading

Operation

Now the job is loaded and available for print.

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Operation

4.6 Faults and Warnings

When a fault or warning occurs, the printer displays the fault message in the status bar at the top
of the screen.

Note: Fault, warning and status are displayed in priority.

Fault Message

An occurrence of a fault conditions (alarms) will cause the printer to stop printing and stop the jet.

Warning Message

An occurrence of a warning condition will not cause the printer to stop printing. The printing will
be stopped when the warning becomes a fault condition (Alarm). The status bar will turn yellow.

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4.6.1 Reading a Fault Message or Warning

Figure 4-5: Warning Status

Figure 4-6: Warning Status

The status bar changes color if a fault or warning is present and displays the number of current
uncleared alarms.

1. Touch the button to check the current uncleared alarms.

Operation

2. Touch the button to clear the warnings/faults.

Note: The user can view the alarm details by touching on the respective alarm.

3. If more than one warning/fault is required to be cleared, touch the button.

Touch the button to return back to the Home screen.

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Operation

Figure 4-7: Print Job

4.7 How to Print a Job

Prerequisites:

• Fault conditions (alarms) are cleared.

• Make sure that the jet is started and printer is in OFFLINE mode.

• Make sure that the job is loaded.

1. Touch the to start the print operation and the button changes to .

Note: RUNNING appears on the status bar.

The job can now be printed.

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4.8 Adjusting the Job

Figure 4-8: Adjust Window

The user can adjust the job by changing the position and scale.

Note: These adjustments are for minor changes to position/scale the print properly on the product.

1. Touch the button on the Home screen. The screen opens as shown in Figure 4-8.

2. Select the required options to adjust the position of text in the job.

Operation

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Figure 4-9: Adjust_Move

4.8.1 Adjusting the Print Position on the Product

1. Touch the button and the current position divider appears as shown in Figure 4-9.

2. To adjust the position of print in horizontal direction, touch the or button.

Note: The print position should be changed in small incremental steps.

3. Monitor the print position as the position is moved by increasing or decreasing the value

until the print is in the required position on the product.

Note: Adjustments can be made up to +/- 13 mm (0.05 inch) from the datum.

Note: To make changes greater than +/- 13 mm (0.05 inch), edit the job parameters (refer to Section

5.3 How to Edit a Job on page 5-31) or configure the line setup (refer to Section 6.3 Configure
Line Setup on page 6-46).

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4.8.2 Adjusting the Print Scale on the Product

Figure 4-10: Adjust_Scale

1. Touch the button and the current scale divider value appears as shown in

Figure 4-10.

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Operation

2. To adjust the scale of print, touch the or button.

Note: The print position should be changed in small incremental steps.

3. Monitor the print position as the position is moved by increasing or decreasing the value until

the print is in the required position on the product.

Note: Adjustments can be made up to +/- 10% of the original size.

Note: To make changes greater than +/- 10% of the original size, edit the job parameters (refer to

Section 5.3 How to Edit a Job on page 5-31) or configure the line setup (refer to Section 6.3
Configure Line Setup on page 6-46).

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Operation

Figure 4-11: Stop Print

4.9 How to Stop the Print

1. Touch the to stop the print operation and the button changes to .

Note: OFFLINE appears on the status bar.

The job has stopped printing.

4.10How to Stop the Jet

1. Touch the button. The printer status changes to SHUTTING DOWN.

2. Once the jet has stopped, the printer status changes to SHUTDOWN.

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4.11 How to Turn Off the Printer

Figure 4-12: Unlock Ink Door

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

Turn off the printer after the jet shutdown cycle is complete. The failure to follow this caution
can cause additional maintenance.

EQUIPMENT DAMAGE.

Do not start and stop the printer many times.
When you stop the printer, the printer uses the make-up fluid to flush the system. If you start

and stop the printer many times, the printer uses large amount of make-up fluid. The
increased use of make-up fluid can cause Mixer Tank Level High error and low ink viscosity.

If the printer status is SHUTDOWN, the printer can be turned off by pressing the power switch
on the side of the printer.

Note: The mains power is still connected to the printer. To remove power completely, disconnect the mains

lead from the mains electrical supply.

Operation

CAUTION

CAUTION

4.12 How to Connect the USB to the Printer

1. Rotate the vertical position knob in the counter-clockwise direction to the horizontal position

and unlock the door. Open the ink compartment door.

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Operation

Figure 4-13: Open Ink Door

Figure 4-14: USB Location

Figure 4-15: USB Status

2. Press the latch at the side of the ink compartment to open the door completely.

3. Locate the USB port under the electronics compartment (see Figure 4-14) and insert the USB.

USB Port

The USB is now connected and the online status of the USB is displayed on the UI as shown in the

Figure 4-15.

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Section 5 Job Editor

Introduction

This section provides the information on how to work on the job editor and contains the following
topics:

• Accessing the Job Editor

• How to Create a New Job

• How to Edit a Job

• How to Quick Edit a Job

• Example - Create a New Job

5.1 Accessing the Job Editor

The job editor is the main tool that allows the user to create job, edit job, change job parameters
and save job. Figure 4-1 on page 4-2 shows the Home screen of the utility. Job Editor can be
accessed from both the job preview bar and from the Jobs button.

•Job preview > Update

• Jobs > + New

• Jobs > Edit Job

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Job Editor

Figure 5-1: Job List Screen

5.2 How to Create a New Job

This section gives the information about how to create a new job, add different fields, change job
settings, parameters and instructions on the printer.

1. Touch the button and the Job List screen opens as shown in the Figure 5-1.

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Job Editor

Figure 5-2: Information Screen

2. Touch the button to create a new job. The Job Settings screen opens as shown in

Figure 5-2.

3. Touch the Job Name text box to enter the job name for the new job. The Job Name screen

opens.

Note: The user can also provide the job description for the new job.

4. Enter the required Job Name using utility keypad and touch the button.

5. Touch the button on the Job Settings screen.

Note: The user can also change the setup, parameters and instructions details.

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Job Editor

Figure 5-3: Job Editor Screen

Figure 5-4: Add Field Options

6. Job Editor screen opens as shown in Figure 5-3.

7. Touch the button and select the required options to add fields as shown in Figure 5-4.

Touch the button. Refer to Section 5.2.2 for more details.

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Job Editor

Figure 5-5: Field Settings Screen

8. Change the parameters as required on the settings screen for the selected field as shown in

Figure 5-5. Touch the button to save the required format of the field.

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Job Editor

Table 5-1 displays the options available for Job Editor screen:

Menu Buttons Functions

Job Settings Displays the job name and job description. The

Add Field Adds new field, when selected, the user will have

Edit Opens the selected field editor and Setup screen.

Nudge Use the arrow keys that appear within the job

job settings are available for setup and editing.
Select Done button to save any changes made and

display the Job Editor screen.

a list of fields to choose from:
Text, Date, Time, Counter, Linear Barcode and 2D

Barcode. Refer to Table 5-6 for more details.

Allows the user to change font type, font size,
inverse or mirror the field, enter prompt message
and field name.

design area to move the selected field in the
direction of the arrow.

Delete Deletes the selected field, the user is prompted

before the field is deleted.

Undo Undo last action.

Redo Redo last action.

Zoom Zoom the job to be edited.

Zoom in upto three times (200%, 300%, 600%).
Once the maximum zoom is reached, touch the

Zoom button repeatedly to revert back to default.

Maximize Maximize the job preview.

Table 5-1: Job Edit Menu

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Job Editor

Menu Buttons Functions

Back Go back to the Job Settings screen.

Save As Saves the existing job with new job name.

Save Save the new job and the changes made to the

existing job.

Table 5-1: Job Edit Menu (continued)

9. Once the required changes are made for the inserted field, touch the button.

Now the job is saved and available for print.

5.2.1 Job Settings

5.2.1.1 Information

The Information screen (Figure 5-2 on page 5-3) allows the user to do the following:

Field Description

Job Name Displays the job name.

Job Description The user can enter a job description for the job name.

Each new job created requires a job name to be entered prior to
selecting Done button.

Table 5-2: Information

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Job Editor

Figure 5-6: Setup Screen

5.2.1.2 Setup

The Setup screen allows the user to do the following:

Field Description

Line Setup The user can select the required Line Setup from the drop down list to

create the job. All created Line Setup’s are available in the drop down
list. This Line Setup is selected when the job is loaded.
If the Line Setup remains as Unspecified (Default), the currently
activated Line Setup will be selected.

Override Start Of
Day

If enabled, the user can change the Start of Day from the default
(00:00).

Start of Day The user can define when to change the date within a job (as opposed

to midnight). This option is available only if the Override Start of Day
field is enabled.

Inhibit Day

If enabled, the day rollover is prevented.

Rollover

Table 5-3: Setup

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5.2.1.3 Parameters

Figure 5-7: Parameters Screen

Job Editor

The Parameters screen allows the user to do the following:

Field Description

Print Mode The user can select either Fixed Length mode or Fixed Resolution

mode.
Enter the Print Length (mm or in) or Print Resolution (dots/mm or

dots/in) which is dependent on the print mode selected.
The units of measurement are based on the units selected in printer

settings.

Note: The contents of the job are fixed into a defined window. Increasing or
decreasing the print length will stretch or squeeze the job.

Print Margin Print Margin works in forward direction and changes the distance of

the print position from the leading edge of the product.
To increase the distance of the print position, increase the value using

+ button.
To decrease the distance of the print position, decrease the value using

- button.
The user can enter the value or use +/- for small increments.

Table 5-4: Parameters

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Job Editor

Field Description

Traversing Return
Margin

Traversing Return Margin works in reverse direction and changes the
distance of the print position from the trailing edge of the product.

Refer to Print Margin to adjust the distance of the print position.

Bold Select the Bold type from the drop down list.

Character Gap The user has to enter the value to set the gap between the characters.

Raster

Auto-Select If enabled, the printer will automatically select the appropriate raster

group.

Note: Auto-Select is selected as default.

Select by Group If enabled, the user can manually select the desired raster group.

Raster Select the required raster group for the job.

The group selection displayed will be dependent on the line height
required.

The raster group can only be selected when Auto-Select is disabled.

Note: For printing 2D barcodes, it is recommended to select the specific
raster required. For more information contact Videojet customer service or
your local distributor.

Table 5-4: Parameters

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5.2.1.4 Instructions

Figure 5-8: Instructions Screen

Job Editor

The Instructions screen allows the user to do the following:

Field Description

Opens the keypad to allow job instructions to be added for the job.

Moves the highlighted instruction down.

Moves the highlighted instruction up.

Deletes the highlighted instruction.

Opens up the keypad to allow the highlighted instruction to be edited.

Table 5-5: Instructions

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Job Editor

5.2.2 Add Field

The add field drop down list contains the options that can be entered by the user. Table 5-6
displays the options available:

Option Description

Text Inserts the text field either as fixed text, user prompted or as reference

Date Inserts the current date, offset date or user prompted date onto the

Time Inserts the current time onto the printed job. The real-time capabilities

Counter Inserts a counter field that instructs the selected coder to manage and

Linear Barcode Inserts a one dimensional barcode. The user can select the barcode

text.

printed job. The user can customize the date type to derive dates in
multiple formats.

of the printer are used to do this.

print incremental numeric and alpha data.

type, data type and text for inserting the required bar code.

Note: If the barcode needs to include additional data such as date, a custom
reference is required. Refer to Custom Reference Builder on page 6-13 for
more details.

2D Barcode Inserts a two dimensional barcode. The user can select the barcode

5.2.2.1 To Add a Text field

Do the following steps to add a text field in the job:

1. Touch the drop down list and select Text as shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-4.

Touch the button.

2. The Text Setup screen opens and allows the required text to be selected and formatted as

required. The text field preview is available for review at the bottom of the screen.

Touch button to save the changes made. Refer to Table 5-7 for more details.

Note: The button is used to go back without saving any changes to the field.

3. The text field is inserted into the job design area.

Note: The inserted text field can be moved to the desired location in the job design area.

type, data type and text for inserting the required bar code.

Table 5-6: Add Field Options

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Table 5-7 describes the options available for entering required text:

Display Description

Text Type Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Text Type - Touch the drop down list

to select the type of text. Refer to Text

Type for more details.

• Fixed Text - Touch the text box to

enter required text.

Note: This option is available only when
Fixed Text Type is selected.

• Custom Field Reference - Touch the

drop down list to select the required
custom field created.

Note: This option is available only when
Custom Reference Text Type is selected.

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Text Type

Fixed Text Text is fixed for the job as defined in the

Fixed Text field.

User Prompted Text is entered by the user when job is

selected to run. User Prompt options are
enabled on selection.

Note: Only User Prompted Text fields are
available for job edit.

Custom Reference Inserts a custom reference for each job.

Refer Custom Reference Builder on

page 6-13 for additional details.

Equipment Reference Inserts the machine ID for each job. Refer

Global Job Settings on page 6-20 for

additional details.

Line Reference Inserts the line ID for each job. Refer

Global Job Settings on page 6-20 for

additional details.

Factory Reference Inserts the current logged in user for each

job. Refer Global Job Settings on page 6-20
for additional details.

User Reference Inserts the current logged in user for each

job.

Table 5-7: Text Setup

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Display Description

User Prompt Provides the options to:

• Prompt Message - Touch the text box

to enter instruction or prompt for the
user when the job is selected to run.

• Prompt Value - Touch the drop down

list to select the required value
entered in the job:

Default - The job will contain the
default text.

Blank - The job will contain no text.

Last - The job will contain the last

printed data.

• Character Allowed - Touch the drop

down list to specify the type of
character allowed to enter message
(Alpha, Numeric, Alpha Numeric, All
Characters).

• Default Text - Touch the text box to

enter the text which will be entered as
default.

• Fixed Length - Touch the check box to

restrict the user entered field to a
fixed length.

Note: The Length and Pad Character
options are available only when Fixed
Length check box is enabled.

• Length - Touch the text box to set the

length of the user editable field.

• Pad Character - Touch the text box to

define the character that needs to
appear after the text field.

Font Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Font - Touch the drop down list to

specify font sizes.

Note: The default font size is 7 high.

Note: The last selected font size is stored

in memory and will be displayed.

Table 5-7: Text Setup (continued)

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Display Description

Normal Inverse

Normal

Mirror

Normal

Invert

Layout Provides the options to:

• Bold - Touch the drop down list to

select the bold type (Off, Bold 1,
Bold 2).

Off -

Bold1 -

Bold2 -

• Inverse - Touch the check box to

invert the font color.

• Mirror - Touch the check box to flip

the field vertically.

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• Invert - Touch the check box to flip

the field horizontally.

Options Provides option to:

• Field Name - Touch the text box to set

the field name.

Table 5-7: Text Setup (continued)

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5.2.2.2 To Add a Date Field

Do the following steps to add a date field in the job:

1. Touch the drop down list and select Date as shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-4.

Touch the button.

2. The Date Setup screen opens and allows the required date to be selected and formatted as

required. The date field preview is available for review at the bottom of the screen.

Touch the button to save the changes made. Refer to Table 5-8 for more details.

Note: The button is used to go back without saving any changes to the field.

3. The system date is inserted into the job design area.

Note: The inserted system date can be moved to the desired location in the job design area.

Table 5-8 describes the options available for editing date format:

Display Description

Date Setup: Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Date Type - Touch the drop down list

to select the date format required.
For example: Custom, Day of Month
(01)/Month(01)/Year(2010). Refer To

Create a Custom Date on page 5-18 for

more details.

Note: The user can define a number of
required date formats selecting custom
from the date type drop down.

• Insert Date - Select the required date to

be inserted for the job.

Today - Inserts the current date.

Offset - Inserts an date offset from the

current date based on the offset setup.
User Prompted - Date is entered by

the user when job is selected to run.

Note: User Prompt and Offset options are
enabled on selection.

• Language - Touch the drop down list

to select the required date language.
For example: English, Arabic, etc.

Table 5-8: Date Setup

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Display Description

User Prompt: Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Prompt Message - Touch the text box

to enter instruction or prompt for the
user when the job is selected to run.

• Prompt Value - Touch the drop down

list to select the required value entered
in the job:

Default - The job will contain the
default text.

Blank - The job will contain no text.

Last - The job will contain the last

printed data.

• Units - Touch the drop down list to

select the type of units (Disabled,
Days, Months, Years).

• Minimum Range - Setting the

minimum range prevents the user
selecting a date value less than this
minimum offset.

• Maximum Range - Setting the

maximum range prevents the user
selecting a date value more than this
maximum offset.

Note: The Minimum and Maximum
Range will appear only when Units option
is other than disabled.

Offset: Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Offset Units - Touch the drop down

list to offset the date to the required
offset value (Days, Months, Years).

• Offset Amount - Touch the text box to

enter the offset value required.

• Last Day Of Quarter - Touch the

True/False button to enable/disable
the last day of quarter option.

• Rollover Week - Touch the drop down

list to select the date based on rollover
(None, Last Rollover, Next Rollover).

• Rollover Day - Touch the drop down

list to select the rollover day of the
week (Sunday to Monday).

Note: The Rollover Day will appear only
when Rollover Week option is other than
none.

Table 5-8: Date Setup (continued)

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Figure 5-9: Date Format Set Up Screen

Display Description

Font

Options

To Create a Custom Date

Do the following steps to create a custom date:

1. From the Date Setup screen, select option Custom from the Date Type drop down list as

Refer to Table 5-7 for details.Layout

Table 5-8: Date Setup (continued)

shown in Figure 5-9. Touch the button.

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Figure 5-10: Date Set Up Screen

Figure 5-11: Date Separator Set Up Screen

2. Select the required format from the list of options (Year, Month, Date of Month, Day of Week,

Other and Separator) as shown in Figure 5-10. Each of these options has a number of layouts
which are selectable from drop down list, example as shown in Figure 5-11.

3. Once the required format is selected, touch the button to move to the date

format. The display will show the date format created as shown in Figure 5-10.

4. Touch the button to save the changes made to the date format.

Note: The Date format created will be saved and appears in the Date Type drop down list.

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5.2.2.3 To Add a Time Field

Do the following steps to add a time field in the job:

1. Touch the drop down list and select Time as shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-4.

Touch the button.

2. The Time Setup screen opens and allows the required time to be selected and formatted as

required. The time field preview is available for review at the bottom of the screen.

Touch the button to save the changes made. Refer to Table 5-9 for more details.

Note: The button is used to go back without saving any changes to the field.

3. The system time is inserted into the job design area.

Note: The inserted system time can be moved to the desired location in the job design area.

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Table 5-9 describes the options available for editing time format:

Display Description

Time Setup Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Time Type - Touch the drop down list

to select:

Custom - Select the required time
format from the list of options (Hour,
Minute, Second, Period, separator).
For example: HH:mm:ss, HH:mm
AM/PM, etc.

Shift - The job will contain the shift
code based on the shift time.

Note: Shift code and time are defined in
Global Job Settings. Refer Global Job

Settings on page 6-20 for additional

details.

Timer - The job will contain the timer
value.

Note: The Interval, Encode Digit 1 and
Encode Digit 2 will appear only when
Timer option is selected from Time Type.

Font

Options

• Interval - Touch the drop down list to

select the interval for Timer in
minutes (15, 30, 45, 60).

• Encode Digit 1 - Touch the check box

to substitute the unit value of timer to
alphabetic character (representing
that digit).

• Encode Digit 2 - Touch the check box

to substitute the tenth value of timer
to alphabetic character (representing
that digit).

Refer to Table 5-7 for details.Layout

Table 5-9: Time Setup

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5.2.2.4 To Add a Counter Field

Do the following steps to add a counter in the job:

1. Touch the drop down list and select Counter as shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-4.

Touch the button.

2. The Counter Setup screen opens and allows the required counter to be selected and

formatted as required. The counter field preview is available for review at the bottom of the
screen.

Touch the button to save the changes made. Refer to Table 5-10 for more details.

Note: The button is used to go back without saving any changes to the field.

3. The counter field is inserted into the job design area.

Note: The inserted counter field can be moved to the desired location in the job design area.

Table 5-10 describes the options available for entering the required counter format:

Display Description

Counter Setup Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Counter Type - Touch the drop down

list to select the type of counter
(Numeric, Alpha Uppercase and Alpha
Lowercase).

• Start Value Type - Touch the drop

down list to select Start, Last and User
Prompted options.

• Start Value - Touch the text box to set

the start value of the counter.

• End Value - Touch the text box to set

the end value of the counter.

• Step Size - Touch the text box to set the

number of units with which the
numeric counter increases or decreases.
The step size must be less than the end
value and be a factor of the value range.

e.g. If the start value is 0 and the end
value is 6, then the step size can be 1, 2,
3 or 6.

Table 5-10: Counter Setup

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Display Description

User Prompt Provides option to enter:

• Prompt Message - Touch the text box to

enter instruction or prompt for the user
when the job is selected to run.

• Prompt Value - Touch the drop down

list to select the required value entered
in the job:

Blank - The job will contain no text.

Current - The job will contain the

current counter value.
Start - The job will contain the start

counter value.

Font

Refer to Table 5-7 for details.

Layout

Options Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Field Name - Touch the text box to set

the field name.

• Prints per Count Value - Touch the text

box to set the number of prints required
per count.

• Restart on Rollover - Touch the check

box to restart the count when the
counter reaches end value.

• Padding - Touch the check box to

enable padding, if the leading Pad
Character required before the start
value.

• Pad Character - Touch the text box to

define the character that needs to
appear before the counter field.

• Number Of Digits - Touch the text box

to specify number of digits counter can
be displayed.

Note: The Pad Character and Number Of
Digits options will appear only when the
Padding check box is selected.

• Increment Counter - Select the required

input to increment the counter. The
counter is increased or decreased if a
job that contains the counter is printed.
Select Digital IO inputs to increment
the counter externally.

• Reset Counter - Select the external

input options to reset counter.

Table 5-10: Counter Setup (continued)

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5.2.2.5 To Add a Linear Barcode Field

Do the following steps to add a linear barcode field in the job:

1. Touch the drop down list and select Linear Barcode as shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-4.

Touch the button.

2. The Linear Barcode Setup screen opens and allows the required linear barcode to be selected

and formatted as required. The linear barcode field preview is available for review at the
bottom of the screen.

Touch the button to save the changes made. Refer to Table 5-11 for more details.

Note: The button is used to go back without saving any changes to the field.

3. The barcode is inserted into the job design area.

Note: The inserted barcode can be moved to the desired location in the job design area.

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Table 5-11 describes the options available for Linear Barcode field:

Display Description

Linear Barcode Setup Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Barcode Type - Touch the drop down

list to select the required barcode
(Code 128, Code 39, EAN-128,
EAN-13, EAN-8, ITF, UPC-A,
UPC-E).

• Barcode Data - Touch the drop down

list to select the required text (Fixed
Text, Custom Reference).

Note: Custom Reference is available only
when a custom reference has been created.
Default Text and Custom Reference
options are enabled on selection.

• Default Text - Touch the text box to

enter the required text.

• Custom Reference - Touch the drop

down list to select the required
custom field created.

Note: If the barcode needs to include
additional data such as date, a custom
reference is required. Refer to Custom

Reference Builder on page 6-13 for more

details.

• Calculate Checksum - Touch the

• Observe Quiet Zones - Touch the

User Prompt N/A

Table 5-11: Linear Barcode Setup

check box to verify the information
on the barcode.

Note: This option is available only for
Code 39 and ITF barcode type.

check box to create a blank margin on
either side of the barcode.

Note: This option is not available for
UPC-A and UPC-E barcode type.

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Normal

Inverse

Normal

Mirror

Normal

Invert

Display Description

Font Provides the options to change the

Layout Provides the options to:

following parameters:

• Barcode Height - Touch the drop

down list to select the barcode height
(5, 7, 9, 12, 16, 24, 34).

• Font - Touch the drop down list to

specify font sizes.

Note: This option is available only when
Add Human Readable check box is
selected.

• Add Human Readable Text- Touch

the check box to select the font height
of the barcode text.

• Inverse - Touch the check box to

invert the font color.

• Mirror - Touch the check box to flip

the field vertically.

• Invert - Touch the check box to flip

the field horizontally.

Options Provides option to:

• Field Name - Touch the text box to set

the field name.

Table 5-11: Linear Barcode Setup (continued)

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5.2.2.6 To Add a 2D Barcode Field

Do the following steps to add a 2D barcode field in the job:

1. Touch the drop down list and select 2D Barcode as shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-4.

Touch the button.

2. The 2D Barcode Setup screen opens and allows the required 2D barcode field to be selected

and formatted as required. The 2D barcode field preview is available for review at the
bottom of the screen.

Touch the button to save the changes made. Refer to Table 5-9 for more details.

Note: The button is used to go back without saving any changes to the field.

3. The barcode is inserted into the job design area.

Note: The inserted barcode can be moved to the desired location in the job design area.

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Table 5-12 describes the options available for 2D Barcode field:

Display Description

2D Barcode Setup Provides the options to change the

following parameters:

• Barcode Type - Touch the drop down

list to select the required barcode
(Data Matrix, QR).

• Barcode Data - Touch the drop down

list to select the required text (Fixed
Text, Custom Reference).

• Custom Reference - Touch the drop

down list to select the required custom
field created.

• Default Text - Touch the text box to

enter the required text.

Note: This option is available only when
the Fixed Text barcode data is selected.

Layout

Options

• Symbol Size/Version - Touch the drop

down list to select the required size of
the barcode.

Note: Symbol Size appears for Data
Matrix barcode and Version appears for
QR code.

Note: For printing 2D barcodes, it is
recommended to select the specific raster.
For more information contact Videojet
customer service or your local distributor.

• Error Correction - Touch the drop

down list to select the amount of error
correction based on the operating
environment.

Note: ECC200 appears for Data Matrix
barcode and L, M, Q, H appears for QR
code.

Refer to Table 5-11 for details.

Table 5-12: 2D Barcode Field

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Figure 5-12: Error Message

The number of characters allowed for a barcode and the selected symbol size/version varies. If
the limit of characters is exceeded, the following message appears.

The following tables shows the limit of characters allowed for each barcode type and its
corresponding symbol size/version:

QR Code Symbol Size

Error Character 21x21 25x25 29x29 33x33

L Numeric 17 32 53 78

Alphanumeric: 17 32 53 78

M Numeric 32 26 42 62

Alphanumeric: 32 26 42 62

Q Numeric 11 20 32 46

Alphanumeric: 11 20 32 46

HNumeric 7 14 24 34

Alphanumeric: 7 14 24 34

Table 5-13: QRCode - Limit of Characters

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Error Code ECC200

DataMatrix

Symbol
Size

Numeric Alphabetic/

Alphanumeric

8x18 10 6

8x32 20 13

10x10 6 3

12x12 10 6

12x26 32 22

12x36 44 31

14x14 16 10

16x16 24 16

16x36 64 46

16x48 98 72

18x18 36 25

20x20 45 31

22x22 60 43

24x24 72 52

26x26 88 64

32x32 125 91

Table 5-14: Datamatrix - Limit of Characters

5.2.2.7 To Add a Logo

Logos can be added to a job within CLARiSOFT.

For more information contact Videojet customer service or your local distributor.

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5.3 How to Edit a Job

Figure 5-13: Field Edit Screen

1. Touch the button on the Home screen as shown in Figure 4-1 on page 4-2.

2. The Job List screen opens with a list of jobs, select the required job as shown in

Figure 5-1 on page 5-2. Touch the button.

3. Touch the button on the Job Settings screen.

4. Touch the required field to be edited and touch the button as shown in Figure 5-13.

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5. Modify the parameters on the Job Field Settings screen for the selected field opens and touch

the button to save the changes made. For more details refer to Add Field on page 5-12.

Note: The button is used to go back without saving any changes to the field.

6. Touch the button to save the changes made to the job.

7. Touch the button to save the changes with a new job name.

Note: Changes to a job currently in print will not be automatically updated. To print the updated job,

touch the and button.

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Figure 5-14: Job Editor

5.4 How to Quick Edit a Job

Note: The Update button is enabled only if user editable fields are present.

1. Touch the job preview bar from the Home screen.

2. Touch the button. The Job Edit screen opens.

3. To edit a user prompted field, touch the button as shown in Figure 5-14.

Note: Only the User Prompted fields are available for edit.

4. The utility keypad opens and requires the user to enter text. Touch the button.

Note: The utility keypad displays the last saved user value/data or default text or blank based on

Prompt Value selected.

Note: The changes made to the user editable fields are displayed immediately on the job preview

window.

5. To move the field location, touch the field and then touch the button as shown in

Figure 5-14.

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6. Touch button to save the changes.

Figure 5-15: Sample Message

7. Touch button to overwrite the current job. These changes will be made

immediately to the job currently being printed.

Note: Quick edit changes are made only in the currently printed job. The saved job in the jobs list will

not change.

5.5 Example - Create a New Job

In the below section the user is guided to create a new job as shown in Figure 5-15 which consists
of the following fields:

•One Text field.

•One Date field.

• One Counter field.

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1. Touch the button.

2. Touch the button as shown in Figure 5-1 on page 5-2 to create a new job.

3. The Job Settings screen opens, enter the job name “Videojet 1860” for the new job in the Job

Name text box and touch the button. Touch the button.

5.5.1 To Insert Text

4. Touch the drop down list, select the option Text as shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-4.

Touch the button.

5. The Text Setup screen opens. Check the Fixed Text is selected.

6. Touch the Default Text box and the utility keypad opens to enter the required text.

7. Enter the text “Videojet 1860” and touch the button.

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5.5.1.1 To Change Font Size of Text

Figure 5-16: Font Size Input Screen

8. Touch the Font button and select “12 High International” from the drop down list as shown

in Figure 5-16. Touch the button.

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9. Touch the button to save the changes made. The text field is inserted on the job.

10. Select the field and either drag or use the button to move the field to the location as

shown in Figure 5-15 on page 5-33.

5.5.2 To Insert Date

11. Touch the drop down list, select the option Date as shown in Figure 5-4 on page 5-4.

Touch the button.

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Figure 5-17: Date Format Set Up Screen

5.5.2.1 To Change the Date Format

12. The Date Setup screen opens.

13. From the Date Setup screen, select option Custom from the Date Type drop down list as

shown in Figure 5-17. Touch the button.

14. .Select option Day of Month (01) from Day of Month drop down list and touch the

button. Select option Forward Slash (/) from Separator drop down list touch

the button.

15. Select option Month (01) from Month drop down list and touch the button.

Select option Forward Slash (/) from Separator drop down list touch the

button.

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Figure 5-18: Date Separator Set Up Screen

16. Select option Year (2010) from Year drop down list and touch the button.

The date field preview will show the current date in the selected format as shown in

Figure 5-18.

17. Touch the button to save the custom date format.

18. Select the Offset from Insert Date drop down.

19. From the Offset menu, select the Offset Units as Days and Offset Amount as 7.

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Figure 5-19: Font Size Input Screen

5.5.2.2 To Change Font Size of Date

20. Touch the Font button and select “12 High International” from the drop down list as shown

in Figure 5-16. Touch the button.

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Figure 5-20: Date Field

21. Touch the button to save the changes made. The date field is inserted on the job as

shown in Figure 5-20.

22. Select the field and either drag or use the button to move the field to the location as

shown in Figure 5-15 on page 5-33.

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Figure 5-21: Font Size Input Screen

5.5.3 To Insert Counter

23. Touch the drop down list, select the option Counter as shown in Figure 5-4 on page

5-4. Touch the button.

5.5.3.1 To Change the Start Value

24. The Settings screen opens. Check the counter types Numeric and Start are selected.

25. Touch the start value text box and the utility keypad opens to enter the start value.

26. Enter the Start Value as 1 and touch the button.

27. Similarly, enter the End Value as 100 and Step Size as 3.

5.5.3.2 To Change Font Size of Counter

28. Touch the Font button and select “12 High International” from the drop down list as shown

in Figure 5-16. Touch the button.

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29. Touch the button to save the changes made. The counter field is inserted on the job.

Figure 5-22: Job List

30. Select the field and either drag or use the button to move the field to the location as

shown in Figure 5-15 on page 5-33.

Note: If a field overlaps another field, a red border is displayed around the field.

Note: To place a field as close to another field, drag the field as close to the field till a green line

appears. The field will be placed as close as possible for print.

5.5.4 Save the Job

31. Touch the button to save the job for printing.

32. The job “Videojet 1860” is added to the job list as shown in Figure 5-22.

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Section 6 User Interface

1. Printer Status Bar

2. Start /Stop Jets Button

3. Message Preview

4. Consumables Information

5. Performance Information

6. Login/Logout Button

7. To ols Button

8. Adjust Button

9. Jobs Button

10. Home Button

Figure 6-1: Home Screen

Introduction

This section describes how to use the user interface (UI) and contains the following topics:

• Home Screen Description

• Using the Tools Screen

• Configure Line Setup

• Overall Equipment Effectiveness Availability

6.1 Home Screen Description

The User Interface (UI) has buttons that allow the user to navigate to different screens of the
interface. The Home screen of the UI is as shown in the Figure 6-1. To navigate quick touch to
select an item, touch and drag to scroll through the menu or page and use arrows to scroll or
increase/decrease values. Use the utility keypad and keys to enter the required text, numbers or
special characters.

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User Interface

The various options to navigate, select or enter values available in the UI are listed in the

Table 6-1:

Option (Example) Description

Edit - Touch to modify the selected option.

Drop Down List - Select to display the drop down
options.

Drop Down List Arrows - Scroll up or down to view the
list of options.

Text Box - Select the box to open up the keypad.

Increment or Decrement with Text box - Select + or - to
increase or decrease the value by defined range or select
the box to open up the keypad and enter required value.

Side arrow - Navigates to sub-menu.

Tool Bar - Touch to navigate back to sub-menu or menu.

Tab - Select tab to display required menu.

Option Select - Selected option will change color and
display a tick.

Check Box - Touch box to add or remove tick to enable or
disable the required option.

Option Select - Selected option will change color and
display as a filled circle.

Up/Down Arrow - Select to display or hide the alarms.

Information Bar - Touch the value/parameter to view the
corresponding data.

Move Arrows - Moves the selected field in the required
direction.

Table 6-1: UI Navigation Options

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6.2 Using the Tools Screen

Figure 6-2: Tools Screen

• Performance

• Consumables

• Line Setup

• File Manager

• Custom Reference Builder

• Global Job Settings

• Communications

• Printer Settings

• User Access

• Configure Home Screen

• Software Download

• Maintenance

• Diagnostics

• Installation

• Ink Build-up Sensor

• Workflow Module(s)*

Tools screen displays the tools available for the printer.

Touch the button on the Home screen to access the Tools screen (see Figure 6-2).

User Interface

The Tools screen provides the access to the following parameters:

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* Workflow Modules can be added as options for additional functionality. For more information

contact Videojet customer service or your local distributor.

User Interface

Figure 6-3: Performance Screen

6.2.1 Performance

The Performance screen provides statistical information on printer parameters.

1. Touch the button from the Tools screen. The Performance screen opens as shown in

the Figure 6-3.

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User Interface

The Performance screen provides the access to the following options as shown in Table 6-2.

Buttons Description

Production Statistics Displays details about the production data of the printer.

• Total Print Count - Displays the total number of individual jobs

printed.

• Total Product Count - Displays the number of products the

printer has detected.

• Batch Print Count - Displays the number of prints in the batch.

• Batch Product Count - Displays the number of products in the

batch that the printer has detected.

• Pieces/minute - Displays the speed at which the job is printed.

• Printer Availability

• Operational Availability (Printer Total Time)

• Operational Availability (Printer Ready Total Time)

Printer Logs Displays log of events responsible for printer downtime.

Touch the Filter button to filter the available file types. To select the
file type required, select box to add check mark. Selecting the file type
enables the user to filter the displayed files for export:

• Select All - Selects all the log data.

• Event Data - Selects all the log of events related to printer

downtime.

• Service Data - Selects all the log of service related events of printer

downtime.

• Production Data - Selects all the log of production related events

of printer.

• Alarms - Selects all the alarms, warning or status events.
User can export the log files to USB stick.

To export, select Export To USB button.
Touch the Back button to go back to the Performance page.

Table 6-2: Performance Options

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Buttons Description

OEE Availability Displays the data related to:

• Time Frame - Displays the printer and operation availability

values for different available time frames. The history of the
availability data enables the user to correlate seasonal changes
affecting availability.

• Printer Availability - Tracks the downtime directly related to an

internal error (fault) such as:

• Pump Failure

• Charge Supply Fault

• Gutter Fault

For additional details refer section "Printer Availability" on

page 6-60.

• Operation Availability - Tracks the downtime related to faults

that might be classed as “Procedural” such as:

• Ink System Empty

• Modulation Driver Too Hot

The impact may be due to printer issues, operator related issues,
shift changeovers and so on.

For additional details refer section "Operation Availability" on

page 6-60.

Touch the Export To USB button to export the event log to USB stick.
The UI will take the user through the steps required to download to
USB.

Touch the Back button to go back to the Performance screen.

Table 6-2: Performance Options (continued)

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6.2.2 Consumables

Figure 6-4: Consumables

The Consumables screen displays information for Make-up and Ink

consumables.

1. Touch the button from the Tools screen.

Note: The Consumables screen can be accessed from the Home screen by touching the Make-up and

Ink area.

2. Select the required consumable to view the details as shown in Figure 6-4.

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The Consumables screen provides the access to the following parameters as shown in Table 6-3.

Option Description

Part Number Displays the part number of the inserted cartridge.

Volume remaining (ml) Displays the calculated volume remaining in the cartridge.

Batch Number Displays the batch number of the fluid.

First Fit Date Displays the date the cartridge was first installed.

Expiry Date Displays the expiry date of the fluid.

Time remaining (est) Displays the projected time remaining based on the current job.

This is a calculated value and will vary depending on the job
currently printing.

Time to replace (est) Displays the expiry date and time remaining. This is the projected

when the cartridge will need to be replaced.

Recommended Make-up Displays the Make-up type recommended for use with ink type.

Table 6-3: Consumables

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6.2.3 Line Setup

Figure 6-5: Line Setup

The Line Setup screen provides the options to create, edit, save, activate
and delete different line configurations.

1. Touch the button from the Tools screen. The Line Setup screen opens as

shown in the Figure 6-5.

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Refer "Configure Line Setup" on page 6-46 for more details.

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