Creo Trendsetter 3244+ AL User manual

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Operator Manual
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Trendsetter 3244+ AL
version TS8
03-4165C-A
Internal 731-00318A-EN Rev A

Trendsetter 3244+ AL
version TS8
Operator Manual

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Using This Manual ix
Who Should Use This Manual ....................................................................................................................x
Conventions Used in This Manual ..............................................................................................................x
Fonts ..................................................................................................................................................x
Terminology ......................................................................................................................................xi
Symbols............................................................................................................................................ xii
PDF Document ........................................................................................................................................ xii
1 System Overview 1
General Notes on Technical Safety............................................................................................................ 2
Safety Information ............................................................................................................................. 2
Installation......................................................................................................................................... 3
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................... 3
Trendsetter 3244+ AL System................................................................................................................... 4
Output Device ................................................................................................................................... 4
Using the Trendsetter 3244+ AL Safely .............................................................................................. 5
Trendsetter 3244+ AL Components.......................................................................................................... 6
Load Table......................................................................................................................................... 6
Operator Door ................................................................................................................................... 6
Manual Bypass Panel ......................................................................................................................... 6
Manual Bypass Tray ........................................................................................................................... 6
Operator Interface ............................................................................................................................. 7
Unload Table ..................................................................................................................................... 8
Safety panels ..................................................................................................................................... 9
Trendsetter 3244+ AL Consumables ......................................................................................................... 9
Supported Media.................................................................................................................................... 10
Media Sizes Supported .................................................................................................................... 10
Media Orientation ........................................................................................................................... 11
Details on Portrait Orientation.......................................................................................................... 11
Media Dimensions ........................................................................................................................... 11
Media Processing.................................................................................................................................... 13
Features of the Trendsetter 3244+ AL..................................................................................................... 13
Interlock System .............................................................................................................................. 13
Multiple Media Sizes........................................................................................................................ 15
Error Reporting ................................................................................................................................ 15
2 Operation 17
Starting the Trendsetter 3244+ AL.......................................................................................................... 18
Warmup Time.................................................................................................................................. 18
Shutting Down the Trendsetter 3244+ AL .............................................................................................. 19
Automatic Operation.............................................................................................................................. 19
Contents

vi Trendsetter 3244+ AL Operator Manual
Manual Operation .................................................................................................................................. 22
Removing Imaged Media From the Output Device ........................................................................... 26
Closing the Manual Bypass Panel..................................................................................................... 27
Media Registration ................................................................................................................................. 28
Plate Bending and Punching ............................................................................................................ 28
3 Maintenance 29
Maintenance Schedule ........................................................................................................................... 30
For Your Safety ...................................................................................................................................... 31
Cleaning Exterior Surfaces ...................................................................................................................... 32
Cleaning Recommendations ............................................................................................................ 32
Removing Stains .............................................................................................................................. 33
Cleaning the Load Table and Manual Bypass Tray ............................................................................ 33
Accessing the Interior of the Output Device............................................................................................ 34
Opening and Closing the Front Access Panel ................................................................................... 35
Removing and Replacing the Right-end Access Panel ....................................................................... 36
Cleaning the Interior of the Output Device ............................................................................................. 37
Cleaning the Edge Detection Strip .......................................................................................................... 37
Cleaning the Plate Roller ........................................................................................................................ 39
Replacing Air Supply Filters..................................................................................................................... 40
Compressed Air Supply Filters.......................................................................................................... 40
Intake Air Filter ................................................................................................................................ 48
Replacing the Debris Removal Cabinet Filter ........................................................................................... 49
Replacing the Desiccant Bag................................................................................................................... 51
Replacing the Mylar Strip........................................................................................................................ 53
4 Troubleshooting 57
Operator Recoverable Errors ................................................................................................................... 58
Recovering From a Suspend Condition.............................................................................................58
Error Messages and Recommended Solutions ......................................................................................... 59
Error Categories .............................................................................................................................. 60
Resetting the Emergency Stop Switch..................................................................................................... 80
Removing a Stuck Plate From the Output Device .................................................................................... 80
Repositioning the Trailing-Edge Clamps ........................................................................................... 83
Image Quality Problems.......................................................................................................................... 85
Power Failures ........................................................................................................................................ 86
Tripped Circuit Breaker .................................................................................................................... 87
Loss of Air Pressure in the Output Device......................................................................................... 87
A Part Numbers 89
Parts List................................................................................................................................................. 90

Contents vii
B Labels 91
Overview ................................................................................................................................................ 92
Labels on the Power Box......................................................................................................................... 93
Identification Label .......................................................................................................................... 94
Class 1 Laser Product Label .............................................................................................................. 94
CDRH Certification Label ................................................................................................................. 95
External Laser Safety Labels .................................................................................................................... 95
Internal Laser Safety Labels ..................................................................................................................... 98
Exposure Head Aperture Label ......................................................................................................... 99
Class 4 Laser Product Label .............................................................................................................. 99
Laser Hazard Warning Label............................................................................................................. 99
Exposure Head Radiation Output Label .......................................................................................... 100
Class 3B Laser Product Label .......................................................................................................... 101
Drum Encoder Radiation Output Label ........................................................................................... 101
Door Interlock Danger Label .......................................................................................................... 101
Safety Labels ........................................................................................................................................ 102
High Leakage Current Label........................................................................................................... 102
CE Label ........................................................................................................................................ 102
CSA Label...................................................................................................................................... 103
AC Outlet/Maximum Air Pressure/Bulkhead Label .......................................................................... 103
FCC Certification Label .................................................................................................................. 103
Static Discharge Caution Label....................................................................................................... 104
Hazardous Voltage Label ............................................................................................................... 104
Hot Surface Caution Label ............................................................................................................. 105
Keep Hands Out Warning Label ..................................................................................................... 105
Hand Protection Caution Label ...................................................................................................... 105
Moving Parts Caution Label ........................................................................................................... 106
Circuit Breaker Label...................................................................................................................... 107
C Regulatory Compliance 109
Electrical and Mechanical Safety ........................................................................................................... 110
Laser Safety .......................................................................................................................................... 110
EMI/EMC Compliance........................................................................................................................... 111
Noise Emissions .................................................................................................................................... 111
Glossary 113
Index 115

viii Trendsetter 3244+ AL Operator Manual

Using This Manual
Who Should Use This Manual ............................................................. x
Conventions Used in This Manual .......................................................x
PDF Document.................................................................................. xii

xUsing This Manual
Who Should Use This Manual
This manual is intended for anyone who is involved in operating or
maintaining the Trendsetter 3244 + AL output device.
Please refer to your workstation software documentation for information
regarding software procedures.
To use this manual, you should:
•have a working knowledge of prepress operations
•be familiar with the Windows NT operating system
•be familiar with the Macintosh operating system
This manual assumes that:
•All the hardware, software, and network components of your
Trendsetter system have been installed and configured by an
authorized service representative, and are operating correctly.
•Files submitted to the Trendsetter system are free of common errors
usually resolved during preflight, such as missing fonts and PostScript
errors.
Conventions Used in This Manual
This section describes the fonts, terminology, and symbols used in this
manual.
Fonts
Frutiger bold is used to refer to buttons and other items in a dialog box, file
names, folders, menu names, and menu commands.
Minion Italic is used to refer to other chapters in the manual, book titles,
and titles of other manuals.
Frutiger is used for figure and table captions.
Letter Gothic is used for messages on your computer screen and for
information that you must type.
SMALL CAPS is used for a key or key combination on your keyboard.

Conventions Used in This Manual xi
Terminology
Clear Place the mouse pointer over the check box for the
specified option, and click the left mouse button so
that the X or check mark is removed from the check
box.
Click Place the mouse pointer over the specified option or
button and press and release the left mouse button.
Double-click Place the mouse pointer over the specified option or
button and quickly press and release the left mouse
button twice.
Drag Hold down the left mouse button while moving the
mouse and release the button.
Enter Type the information and press the ENTER or RETURN
key.
Point Position the mouse pointer over a submenu or menu
command. For example, point to the File menu.
Press Press the specified key or key combination on your
keyboard, for example, press CTRL+ALT+DEL.
Right-click Place the mouse pointer over an area of the application
window, and then press and release the right mouse
button to display the shortcut menu. For more
information about using shortcut menus, see your
Windows documentation.
Select Place the mouse pointer over the check box for the
specified option, then click the left mouse button so
that an X or check mark appears in the check box.
Or:
Place the mouse pointer over the specified box or
button, and then click the left mouse button.
Type Type the information. Do not press the ENTER or
RETURN key.

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Symbols
PDF Document
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The PDF document can be used for online viewing and printing using
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manual, including the copyright and disclaimer statements.
DANGER: This indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This does not alert you to a
property damage accident unless personal injury risks are associated
with the accident.
WARNING: This indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This does not alert you to a
property damage accident unless personal injury risks are associated with the
accident.
CAUTION: This indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. This may also alert you to
unsafe practices or potential property-damage-only accidents.
Important: This symbol tells you about things that may cause process delays or
reduce functionality, reliability, or quality.
Note: A note provides additional information that you may need to consider.

System Overview
General Notes on Technical Safety.......................................................2
Trendsetter 3244+ AL System..............................................................4
Trendsetter 3244+ AL Components.....................................................6
Trendsetter 3244+ AL Consumables....................................................9
Supported Media ..............................................................................10
Media Processing ..............................................................................13
Features of the Trendsetter 3244+ AL................................................13

2Chapter 1 – System Overview
General Notes on Technical Safety
Before you start using the Trendsetter 3244+ AL output device, please read
this manual and follow the safety precautions and recommended
procedures it describes. This manual must always be accessible to anyone
who operates the output device.
Safety Information
The following symbols are used in this manual to warn you about the risk
of injury, damage to the equipment, or inconvenience, if the proper
procedure is not followed.
The output device must be installed by an authorized service
representative. Ensure operating environment and connection
requirements are observed when your output device is installed and when
it is turned on.
In case of danger, for example, if there is a fire in the output device, you
should immediately disconnect the output device from the wall outlet. DO
NOT attempt to turn the power switch off!
DANGER: This indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This does not alert you to a
property damage accident unless personal injury risks are associated with the
accident.
WARNING: This indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This does not alert you to a
property damage accident unless personal injury risks are associated with the
accident.
CAUTION: This indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. This may also alert you against
unsafe practices or potential property-damage-only accidents.

General Notes on Technical Safety 3
Output device access panels are fitted with an interlock system that
protects against injury from visible and invisible high-powered laser
radiation and moving mechanical parts. If an access panel is opened or
removed while the output device is operating, all mechanical moving parts
should stop activity. If mechanical movements do not stop:
•turn off the output device
•close or replace the access panel
•contact your service representative
Do NOT touch or attempt to stop moving internal parts of the output
device.
Installation
Installation of the output device and the initial startup must be performed
by your service representative.
Maintenance
You should perform only the maintenance activities that are described in
Chapter 3, Maintenance. If you perform any other maintenance operations
and/or remove covers or other housing parts for any reason, you may be
injured. Other maintenance and all service work should be performed only
by your service representative.
DANGER: Interfering with the interlock system can result in serious
personal injury from visible and invisible high-powered laser radiation,
electrical shock and/or moving mechanical parts. Do NOT tamper with
the safety interlock switches in an attempt to operate the output device
with any of the access panels open, and do NOT attempt to open or
remove access panels while the output device is imaging a medium.
DANGER: Unauthorized panel removal, repairs, or changes made to the
output device can expose you to serious danger from high-powered
laser radiation, moving mechanical parts, and electrical shock.

4Chapter 1 – System Overview
Trendsetter 3244+ AL System
The Trendsetter 3244+ AL system is a fast, PostScript-compatible,
automatic platesetting system. The Trendsetter 3244+ AL features
automatic loading/unloading of plates. Imaged plates are automatically
sent to a plate processor, stacker, or punch/bender. Individual plates can
also be imaged using the Manual Bypass mode.
The Trendsetter 3244+ AL system consists of the output device, computer
workstation, and workstation software. This manual covers the output
device only.
Output Device
This manual describes the output device as if you are facing the front of it.
Figure 1 illustrates the output device’s main components.
Figure 1: Output device components
Status lights
Front
access
panel
Unload table
Safety Panel
Operator
interface
Operator
door
Manual bypass panel

Trendsetter 3244+ AL System 5
Using the Trendsetter 3244+ AL Safely
For your safety, the unload table is equipped with safety panels and an
audible warning device. When the unload table is about to lower to a
horizontal position, or raise to an upright position, a warning beeper will
sound. See Figure 3 on page 8.
As an additional protective measure, safety panels are situated on the left
and right sides of the unload table. These plexiglass panels help protect
against injury when the unload table is lowering or raising, and from
moving parts inside the unload table.
CAUTION: Keep your hands and fingers away from the unload table when you
hear the beeping sound.
CAUTION: The output device contains static-sensitive subassemblies. If you
must access the interior of the output device, be sure to wear a grounding wrist
strap. Do not touch any of the electronic subassemblies, the exposure head, or
any wiring or cables when accessing the inside of the output device.
WARNING: Instructional and cautionary labels are located throughout the
output device (see Appendix B, Labels). Disregarding these labels can result in
personal injury or in damage to the equipment.

6Chapter 1 – System Overview
Trendsetter 3244+ AL Components
The Trendsetter 3244+ AL output device is comprised of the following
components. See Figure 1 on page 4 for the location of these components.
Load Table
The load table—located under the operator door—is the entry point for
media into the Trendsetter 3244+ AL during automatic operation. Plates
are picked from the load table, then imaged on the drum.
Operator Door
Opened to access the load table, this large door protects thermal plates
from light and the operator from internal moving parts.
For manual media loading, the closed operator door functions as the
manual bypass tray.
Manual Bypass Panel
This small panel (located directly below the operator door) must be closed
for automatic operation, and open for manual operation.
Manual Bypass Tray
The manual bypass tray allows you to manually load and image one
individual plate on the output device. Depending on the media type
selected in the workstation software, the imaged medium may be unloaded
onto this tray or the unload table.
Note: You should not open this door while the output device is picking plates
from the load table. If this door is opened during operation, the output device
will complete the current job but will not continue after that.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to open the operator door if the Load light on the
operator interface is flashing. For information about the Load light, see Operator
interface on page 7.