Epson SC-F7100 series User manual

User's Guide
CMP0048-01 EN

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Contents
Copyrights and Trademarks
Introduction
ImportantSafetyInstructions.................5
When Choosing a Place for This Product.......5
WhenSettingUpThisProduct..............5
WhenUsingThisProduct..................5
WhenHandlingtheInkPacks...............6
NotesonThisGuide........................6
MeaningofSymbols......................6
TheSymbolsontheProduct................6
Illustrations............................6
OperatingSystemVersions.................6
PrinterParts..............................8
Front (SC-F7200/SC-F7100 Series)...........8
Front (SC-F7000 Series). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Slider................................15
LANPort.............................15
Inside................................16
Back.................................17
ControlPanel..........................19
UnderstandingtheDisplay................20
Features................................22
RealizingHighProductivity................22
SuperiorEaseofUse.....................22
HighPrintQuality......................23
NotesonUsageandStorage..................23
InstallationSpace.......................23
NotesWhenUsingthePrinter..............23
NotesWhenNotUsingthePrinter..........24
Notes on Handling Ink Packs and Ink Tanks
....................................25
HandlingMedia........................25
UsingtheSuppliedSoftware.................27
ContentsoftheSoftwareDisc..............27
UninstallingSoftware......................28
UsingEPSONLFPRemotePanel2............28
StartingEPSONLFPRemotePanel2.........28
ExitingEPSONLFPRemotePanel2.........29
Basic Operations
LoadingandExchangingMedia...............30
NotesonLoadingMedia..................30
Loading Media (SC-F7200/SC-F7100 Series)
....................................30
Loading Media (SC-F7000 Series). . . . . . . ....37
ViewingandChangingMediaSettings........43
ExchangingMedia......................44
UsingtheAutoTake-upReelUnit.............46
Media Loading (SC-F7200/SC-F7100 Series)
....................................46
Removing the Take-up Roll (SC-F7200/SC-
F7100 Series)..........................53
Media Loading (SC-F7000 Series). . . . . . . ....54
Removing the Take-up Roll (SC-F7000 Series)
....................................60
BeforePrinting...........................61
Saving Optimal Settings for the Current Media
(PrintMediaSettings)......................61
Parameters Stored in Media Setting Banks. . . . . 61
SavingSettings.........................62
Correcting Print Misalignment (Head
Alignment)..............................67
FeedAdjustment..........................68
UsingaTestPattern.....................69
ChangingSettingsDuringPrinting............70
FeedAdjustment........................70
Heating&Drying.......................71
PrintableArea............................72
Maintenance
When to Perform Various Maintenance
Operations..............................74
Cleaning..............................74
ReplacingandRefillingConsumables.........75
OtherMaintenance......................75
PreparationandNotes......................76
WhatYou’llNeed.......................76
PrecautionsRegardingMaintenance.........76
MovingthePrintHead...................77
UsingInkCleaner.......................77
Cleaning................................78
CleaningAroundthePrintHead............78
Cleaning Wiper and Attachment Point. . . . . . . . 80
CleaningtheCaps.......................81
Cleaning the Platen, Pressure Rollers, and
MediaHoldingPlates....................83
ReplacingandRefillingConsumables...........85
ChipUnitReplacementandInkRefills........85
DisposingofWasteInk...................91
Replacing the Wiper Cleaners and Wipers. . . . . 93
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Replacing the Sliding Media Holding Plates. . . . 95
OtherMaintenance........................98
StirringHighDensityBlackink.............98
CheckingforCloggedNozzles..............99
HeadCleaning........................ 100
DisposalofUsedConsumables.............. 101
PartsThatArePeriodicallyReplaced.......... 102
Using the Control Panel Menu
MenuOperations........................ 103
MenuList..............................104
DetailsoftheMenu.......................109
TheMediaSetupMenu.................. 109
PrinterSetupMenu.....................115
TheMaintenanceMenu..................116
ThePrintLogsMenu....................117
ThePrinterStatusMenu................. 117
TheNetworkSetupMenu................ 118
ThePreferenceMenu................... 118
TheResetAllSettingsMenu.............. 119
Problem Solver
WhenaMessageisDisplayed................120
When a Maintenance Call/Service Call Occurs. . . 121
Troubleshooting......................... 122
You Cannot Print (Because the Printer Does
NotWork)........................... 122
The Printer Sounds Like It Is Printing, But
NothingPrints........................ 122
ThePrintsAreNotWhatYouExpected......123
Media...............................127
Others.............................. 129
Appendix
OptionsandConsumableProducts........... 130
SupportedMedia.........................131
MovingandTransportingthePrinter..........131
MovingthePrinter..................... 131
Transport............................ 132
Removing and Attaching the Media Guide Bar. . . 132
RemovingtheMediaGuideBar............ 132
AttachingtheMediaGuideBar............ 135
ParallelAdjustment.......................138
ParallelAdjustmentUsingToolA.......... 138
ParallelAdjustmentUsingToolB.......... 149
SystemRequirements..................... 163
SpecificationsTable.......................163
StandardsandApprovals.................165
Where To Get Help
TechnicalSupportWebSite.................166
ContactingEpsonSupport..................166
BeforeContactingEpson.................166
HelpforUsersinNorthAmerica...........167
HelpforUsersinEurope.................167
HelpforUsersinAustralia............... 167
HelpforUsersinSingapore...............168
HelpforUsersinThailand................168
HelpforUsersinVietnam................168
HelpforUsersinIndonesia...............168
HelpforUsersinHongKong..............169
HelpforUsersinMalaysia................169
HelpforUsersinIndia.................. 169
HelpforUsersinthePhilippines........... 170
Software License Terms
OpenSourceSoftwareLicenses.............. 171
Bonjour............................. 171
OtherSoftwareLicenses................... 176
Info-ZIPcopyrightandlicense.............176
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Introduction
Important Safety
Instructions
Read all of these instructions before using the printer.
Also be sure to follow all warnings and instructions
marked on the printer.
When Choosing a Place for This
Product
❏Place this product on a flat, stable surface that is
larger than this product. This product will not
operate properly if it is tilted or at an angle.
❏Avoid places subject to rapid changes in
temperature and humidity. Also keep it away from
direct sunlight, strong light, or heat sources.
❏Avoid places subject to shocks and vibrations.
❏Keep this product away from dusty areas.
❏Place this product near a wall outlet where the plug
can be easily unplugged.
When Setting Up This Product
❏This product’s power cord is for use with this
product only. Use with other equipment may result
in fire or electric shock.
❏Connect all equipment to properly grounded
power outlets. Avoid using outlets on the same
circuit as copiers or air control systems that
regularly switch on and off.
❏Avoid electrical outlets controlled by wall switches
or automatic timers.
❏Keep the entire computer system away from
potential sources of electromagnetic interference,
such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless
telephones.
❏Use only the type of power source indicated on the
product’s label.
❏Use only the power cord that comes with this
product. Use of another cord may result in fire or
electric shock.
❏Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
❏If you use an extension cord with this product,
make sure the total ampere rating of the devices
plugged into the extension cord does not exceed the
cord’s ampere rating. Also, make sure the total
ampere rating of all devices plugged into the wall
outlet does not exceed the wall outlet’s ampere
rating.
❏If you plan to use the printer in Germany, observe
the following:
To provide adequate short-circuit protection and
over-current protection for this printer, the
building installation must be protected by a 10 or 16
amp circuit breaker.
❏If damage occurs to the plug, replace the cord set or
consult a qualified electrician. If there are fuses in
the plug, make sure you replace them with fuses of
the correct size and rating.
When Using This Product
❏Do not block or cover the openings in this product’s
cabinet.
❏Do not insert objects through the slots. Take care
not to spill liquid on this product.
❏Do not attempt to service this product yourself.
❏Unplug this product and refer servicing to qualified
service personnel under the following conditions:
The power cord or plug is damaged; liquid has
entered the product; the product has been dropped
or the cabinet damaged; the product does not
operate normally or exhibits a distinct change in
performance.
❏Do not move the print heads by hand; otherwise
you may damage this product.
❏Always turn the product off using the Power button
on the control panel. When this button is pressed,
the Power light flashes briefly then goes off. Do not
unplug the power cord or turn off the product until
the Power light stops flashing.
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❏SC-F7100 and SC-F7200 Series (model K191A)
have two power systems. There is a risk of electric
shock unless the two power cables are unplugged
during the maintenance.
When Handling the Ink Packs
❏Keep ink packs out of the reach of children and do
not drink.
❏Wear protective eyewear, gloves, and a mask when
performing maintenance.
Should ink contact your skin or enter your eyes or
mouth, immediately take the following actions:
❏If fluid adheres to your skin, immediately
wash it off using large volumes of soapy
water. Consult a physician if the skin appears
irritated or is discolored.
❏If fluid enters your eyes, rinse immediately
with water. Failure to observe this
precaution could result in bloodshot eyes or
mild inflammation.
❏If fluid enters your mouth, consult a
physician immediately.
❏If fluid is swallowed, do not force the person
to vomit, and consult with a physician
immediately. If the person is forced to vomit,
fluid may get caught in the trachea which can
be dangerous.
Notes on This Guide
Meaning of Symbols
!
Warning: Warnings must be followed to
avoid serious bodily injury.
!
Caution: Cautions must be followed to
avoid bodily injury.
c
Important: Important must be followed to
avoid damage to this product.
Note: Notes contain useful or
additional information on the
operation of this product.
The Symbols on the Product
The symbols on this Epson product are used in order to
ensure safety and proper use of the product and to
prevent danger to customers and other persons, and
property damage.
The symbols indicate the meaning below. Be sure that
you completely understand the meaning of symbols on
this product before using it.
Stand-by
Caution/Hot surface
No fire
Illustrations
The illustrations in this manual may differ slightly from
the actual objects they are intended to represent.
Operating System Versions
In this documentation, the following abbreviations are
used.
Windows refers to Windows 8, 7, Vista, XP.
❏Windows 8 refers to Windows 8, Windows 8 Pro,
and Windows 8 Enterprise.
❏Windows 7 refers to Windows 7 Home Basic,
Windows 7 Home Premium, Windows 7
Professional, and Windows 7 Ultimate.
❏Windows Vista refers to Windows Vista Home
Basic Edition, Windows Vista Home Premium
Edition, Windows Vista Business Edition,
Windows Vista Enterprise Edition, and Windows
Vista Ultimate Edition.
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❏Windows XP refers to Windows XP Home Edition,
Windows XP Professional x64 Edition, and
Windows XP Professional.
Macintosh refers to Mac OS X.
Mac OS X refers to Mac OS X 10.6.8 and later versions.
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Printer Parts
Front (SC-F7200/SC-F7100 Series)
The illustration shows the SC-F7200 Series.
AMaintenance cover (left)
Open this cover to clean the area around the print head. Normally closed when using the printer.
U“Cleaning Around the Print Head” on page 78
BAfter heater
The after heater can be used to rapidly dry ink after printing.
U“Heating & Drying(SC-F7200/SC-F7100 Series only)” on page 63
CMedia guide bar
The media guide bar maintains tension to prevent the media sagging as it is taken up.
DHandle
After placing media on the left roll holder, rotate the handle to press the holder and apply pressure to the roll
core.
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ERoll core holder
Place the used roll core for media take-up on these holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on the
right.
U“Media Loading (SC-F7200/SC-F7100 Series)” on page 46
FRoll core holder locking screw
The locking screws keep the roll core holders in place once they have been attached to the roll core. There are two
supports: one on the left and one on the right.
GRoll support
Rest media temporarily on these supports when removing the take-up roll. There are two supports: one on the left
and one on the right.
HAdjustment screw
Use the adjustment screw when performing parallel adjustment.
IAuto switch
Use this switch to select the auto take-up direction. Choose Off to disable auto take-up.
JManual switch
Use this switch to select the manual take-up direction. The selected option takes effect when the Auto switch is in
the Off position.
KCasters
There are two casters on each leg. Once installation is complete, the front casters should be kept locked while the
printer is in use.
If the stand fixing screw is lowered too much, the caster rises off the floor. Do not use the printer when a caster is off
the floor.
LAirflow vents
Allows air to flow into the printer. Do not obstruct these vents.
MWaste Ink Bottle holder
Place the Waste Ink Bottle in this holder.
NStand fixing screw
The SC-F7200 Series has two casters on each leg while the SC-F7100 Series only has one caster on each leg. In
addition to locking the casters, the stand fixing screws also keep the printer securely in place. The stand fixing
screws cannot be used for horizontal adjustment of the printer. After installing the printer, keep it securely in place
during use.
OWaste Ink Bottle
Waste ink collects in this bottle.
Replace with a new Waste Ink Bottle when the level approaches the line.
PStopper
The stopper prevents splatter when the waste ink is ejected.
Fit the stopper closely to the mouth of the Waste Ink Bottle in most situations.
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QWaste ink tube
Waste ink is discharged from this tube. Be sure the end of this tube is in the Waste Ink Bottle while the printer is in
use.
RInk tank
Holds ink used for printing.
SSlider
U“Slider” on page 15
TStirring stick
This is only for the High Density Black ink tank. Stir the ink in the ink tank once a week.
ULock lever
Raise the lock lever to unlock the slider for removal when replacing the chip unit. Always lower the lock lever into
the locked position after inserting the slider.
VChip unit check lamp
This lamp turns on when a message related to the chip unit is displayed.
On : Check the contents of the error on the control panel’s screen and deal with the error.
Off : No error.
WAC inlet #1/AC inlet #2
Connects the power cable. Be sure to connect both cables.
XLAN Port
U“LAN Port” on page 15
YUSB port
Connects the USB cable.
ZMaintenance cover (right)
Open this cover to perform maintenance around the print head. Normally closed when using the printer.
U“Cleaning” on page 78
aMedia loading lever
After loading media, lower the media loading lever to keep the media in place. Raise the lever to release the media
prior to removal.
bAlert lamp
This lamp lights or flashes when an error occurs.
On/
Flashing
: An error occurred. The type of error is indicated by how the lamp lights or flashes. Check the contents
of the error on the control panel’s screen.
Off : No error.
cControl Panel
U“Control Panel” on page 19
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dFront cover
Open when loading media, cleaning the inside of the printer, or removing jammed media. Normally closed when
using the printer.
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Front (SC-F7000 Series)
AMaintenance cover (left)
Open this cover to clean the area around the print head. Normally closed when using the printer.
U“Cleaning Around the Print Head” on page 78
BEject guide
Media is ejected along this guide.
CRoll core holder
Place the used roll core for media take-up on these holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on the
right.
U“Media Loading (SC-F7000 Series)” on page 54
DTensioner
The media guide bar maintains tension to prevent the media sagging as it is taken up.
ERoll core holder locking screw
The locking screws keep the roll core holders in place once they have been attached to the roll core. There are two
supports: one on the left and one on the right.
FRoll support
Rest media temporarily on these supports when removing the take-up roll. There are two supports: one on the left
and one on the right.
GAuto switch
Use this switch to select the auto take-up direction. Choose Off to disable auto take-up.
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HManual switch
Use this switch to select the manual take-up direction. The selected option takes effect when the Auto switch is in
the Off position.
ICasters
There are two casters on each leg. Once installation is complete, the front casters should be kept locked while the
printer is in use.
If the stand fixing screw is lowered too much, the caster rises off the floor. Do not use the printer when a caster is off
the floor.
JWaste Ink Bottle holder
Place the Waste Ink Bottle in this holder.
KStand fixing screw
In addition to locking the casters, the stand fixing screws also keep the printer securely in place. The stand fixing
screws cannot be used for horizontal adjustment of the printer. After installing the printer, keep it securely in place
during use.
LWaste Ink Bottle
Waste ink collects in this bottle.
Replace with a new Waste Ink Bottle when the level approaches the line.
MStopper
The stopper prevents splatter when the waste ink is ejected.
Fit the stopper closely to the mouth of the Waste Ink Bottle in most situations.
NWaste ink tube
Waste ink is discharged from this tube. Be sure the end of this tube is in the Waste Ink Bottle while the printer is in
use.
OInk tank
Holds ink used for printing.
PSlider
U“Slider” on page 15
QLock lever
Raise the lock lever to unlock the slider for removal when replacing the chip unit. Always lower the lock lever into
the locked position after inserting the slider.
RChip unit check lamp
This lamp turns on when a message related to the chip unit is displayed.
On : Check the contents of the error on the control panel’s screen and deal with the error.
Off : No error.
SAC inlet
Connects the power cable.
TLAN Port
U“LAN Port” on page 15
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UUSB port
Connects the USB cable.
VMaintenance cover (right)
Open this cover to perform maintenance around the print head. Normally closed when using the printer.
U“Cleaning” on page 78
WMedia loading lever
After loading media, lower the media loading lever to keep the media in place. Raise the lever to release the media
prior to removal.
XAlert lamp
This lamp lights or flashes when an error occurs.
On/
Flashing
: An error occurred. The type of error is indicated by how the lamp lights or flashes. Check the contents
of the error on the control panel’s screen.
Off : No error.
YControl Panel
U“Control Panel” on page 19
ZFront cover
Open when loading media, cleaning the inside of the printer, or removing jammed media. Normally closed when
using the printer.
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Slider
ASlider
Attach the chip unit included with the ink pack
before refilling the ink.
U“Chip Unit Replacement and Ink Refills” on
page 85
BInk inlet cover
Open this cover to refill the ink tank with ink.
CChip unit
A unit that includes an IC chip.
This is included with the ink pack.
LAN Port
ARJ-45 connector
Connects the LAN cable. Use a shielded twisted pair
cable (category 5 or higher).
BData lamp (orange)
Indicates the network connection status and data
receive status by flashing and/or turning on.
On : Connected.
Flashin
g
:Receivingdata.
CStatus lamp (green/red)
The color indicates the network connection speed.
Red : 100Base-TX
Green : 1000Base-T
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Inside
Dirt on any of the following parts may reduce print quality. Regularly clean or exchange these parts as described in the
chapters listed in the reference sections below. The illustration shows the display for the SC-F7200 Series.
APrint head
The print head prints by moving left and right while emitting ink. Cleaning may be required depending on the
status.
U“Cleaning Around the Print Head” on page 78
BMedia holding plate
The media holding plates prevent the media riding up and keeps fibers on the cut edge of the media from touching
the print head. Position the plates at either side of the media before printing.
U“Loading Media (SC-F7200/SC-F7100 Series)” on page 30
U“Loading Media (SC-F7000 Series)” on page 37
CCutter groove
Pass the blade of a cutter (available in the market) down this groove to cut media.
DPressure rollers
These rollers press down on the media during printing.
U“Cleaning the Platen, Pressure Rollers, and Media Holding Plates” on page 83
EPlaten
This part suctions the media for printing.
U“Cleaning the Platen, Pressure Rollers, and Media Holding Plates” on page 83
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FWiper cleaner
The wiper cleaner removes ink from the wiper. It is a consumable; replacement may be required depending on the
status.
U“Replacing the Wiper Cleaners and Wipers” on page 93
GSuction caps
These caps absorb the ink from the tips of the print head nozzles. Do not touch the insides of the suction caps. The
part maybe deformed, and it may no longer be possible to perform capping correctly.
HAnti-drying caps
Except during printing, these caps cover the print head nozzles to prevent them drying out. Cleaning may be
required depending on the status.
U“Cleaning the Caps” on page 81
IWiper
The wiper removes ink from the print head nozzles. It is a consumable; cleaning or replacement may be required
depending on the status.
U“Cleaning Wiper and Attachment Point” on page 80
U“Replacing the Wiper Cleaners and Wipers” on page 93
Back
The illustration shows the display for the SC-F7000 Series.
ADrive switch
The drive switch is used to feed the media during loading and to rewind the media for replacement.
BRoll holder
Place media on these holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on the right.
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CRoll holder fixing screw
These screws fix the roll holders in place once the media has been installed. There are two supports: one on the left
and one on the right.
DLift lever
If the media to be mounted on the roll holders seems heavy, use these levers to raise the media effortlessly to the
level of the roll holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on the right.
ELoading guide
Media is loaded along this guide.
FRoll support
Rest media on these supports before placing it on the roll holders. There are two supports: one on the left and one on
the right.
GHandle
After placing media on the right roll holder, rotate the handle to press the holder and apply pressure to the roll
core.
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Control Panel
APbutton (power button)
Turns the power on and off.
BPlight (power light)
The printer’s operational status is indicated by a lit or
flashing light
On : The power is on.
Flashi
ng
: The printer is receiving data or performing
head cleaning or other operations during
shut-down.
Off : The power is off.
CMbutton (media setup button)
Press this button to display the Media Setup menu,
which contains such items as Media Remaining,
Select Media, Customize Settings, and Print Media
List. This button is disabled during printing.
U“The Media Setup Menu” on page 109
DDisplay
Displays the printer's status, menus, error messages,
and so on. U“Understanding the Display” on
page 20
EMenu button
Press this button to display menus. U“Using the
Control Panel Menu” on page 103
Fybutton (back button)
Press this button to exit to the previous menu when
options are displayed. U“Menu Operations” on
page 103
Gl/rbuttons (left and right arrow buttons)
Use to position the cursor when performing such
tasks as entering a Setting Name or IP Address in
the setup menu.
Hu/dbuttons (media feed buttons)
❏When media is loaded, you can press the dbutton to
feed the media and the ubutton to rewind. Keep the
dbutton pressed to feed the media up to 103 cm.
Keep the ubutton pressed to rewind the media up to
25 cm.
Note that when the ubutton is used to rewind, the
media will stop when its edge reaches the starting
print position. Rewind can be resumed by releasing
the button and then pressing it again.
❏When the menus are displayed, these buttons can be
used to select menu items and options. U“Menu
Operations” on page 103
IZbutton
❏When the menus are displayed, these buttons can be
used to select menu items and options.
❏Pressing this button when an option is highlighted
selects the highlighted item or performs the selected
operation.
❏If pressed when the warning buzzer is sounding, the
sound stops.
Jbutton
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For the SC-F7200/SC-F7100 Series
Pressing this button displays the Heating & Drying
menu, where you can adjust the Heater
Temperature.
U“The Media Setup Menu” on page 109
SC-F7000 Series
Pressing this button when menus are displayed
closes the menus and returns the printer to ready
status.
K#button (maintenance button)
Pressing this button displays the Maintenance
menu, which contains such items as Nozzle Check,
Cleaning, Head Maintenance, and Waste Ink
Counter. This button is disabled during printing.
U“The Maintenance Menu” on page 116
LWbutton (pause/cancel button)
❏The printer enters pause status if this is pressed while
printing. To release the pause status, press the W
button again, or select Pause Cancel on the screen
and then press the Zbutton. To cancel print jobs
being processed, select Job Cancel on the screen and
then press the Zbutton.
❏Pressing this button when menus are displayed closes
the menus and returns the printer to ready status.
Mbutton (media feed button)
❏When the printer is in the ready state, you can feed the
media to the cut position by pressing this button and
then Z.
U“Cutting Media” on page 44
❏When printing is in progress, you can use this button
to adjust media feed.
U“Feed Adjustment” on page 68
Understanding the Display
The illustration shows the display for the SC-F7200
Series.
AMessages
Displays the printer’s status, operation, and error
messages.
U“When a Message is Displayed” on page 120
BHeater temperature
Displayed for the SC-F7200 and SC-F7100 Series.
This display shows the temperature settings for the
after heater. The thermometer icons give a rough
indication of the current temperatures of the heaters.
: The heater has reached the selected
temperature.
: The heater has not reached the selected
temperature.
CFeed adjustment information during printing
Displayed when an adjustment value has been
entered during printing.
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