FujiFilm FRONTIER 350 User manual

First Edition
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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DIGITAL MINILAB
FRONTIER
350/370 355/375/570
Frontier Manager Printer Controller
PP3-B1212E
(FRONTIER 355/375 System Disk Ver.1.7)
(FRONTIER 570 System Disk Ver.1.7)
(FRONTIER 350/370 System Disk Ver.7.7)
Frontier Manager Printer Controller Ver.2.0
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INTRODUCTION
• This instruction manual explains the procedures for operating and maintaining the Frontier Manager
Printer Controller (referred to as FMPC) for Fujifilm Digital Minilab FRONTIER 350/370/355/375/570 as
well as precautions for use.
•To ensure the proper use and optimum performance of the FMPC, read this manual thoroughly.
•This manual should be kept in a fixed place near the machine so that it can be referred to any time a point
needs to be clarified.
•For detailed operations for the DI Controller, see the following manuals.
DI Print/Data Writing Service Software [C4/C5] Instruction Manual :
This manual describes the instructions, the error messages and actions to be taken in operating the DI
Print/Data Writing Service Software.
DI File Import/Export Software [C2] Instruction Manual :
This manual describes the operating instructions for the DI File Import/Export Software.
1. Electro-optical-mechanical reproduction of this manual is strictly forbidden.
2. Product innovations may result in specification changes without prior notice.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (FCC)
NOTE: 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.
CAUTION: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CANADA (ICES)
This class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
Regulations.
Cet appareil numérique de la class A respecte toutes les exigences du Réglement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.
NOTICE
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CONTENTS
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1Operational Safety and Use Conditions...................................................................... 7
1.1 Safety ................................................................................................................................. 8
1.1.1 Basic Operating Precautions............................................................................... 8
1.1.2 Caution regarding Electric Shock........................................................................ 8
1.2 Room Conditions ................................................................................................................ 9
1.3 Main Control Unit for FMPC Handling Precautions ............................................................ 9
1.3.1 Main Control Unit FMPC ..................................................................................... 9
2Component Names and Related Functions............................................................... 10
2.1 External View...................................................................................................................... 10
2.1.1 System Configuration.......................................................................................... 10
2.1.2 FMPC + SP1500/SP2000/SP3000...................................................................... 13
2.2 FMPC Screen ..................................................................................................................... 14
2.2.1 Main Menu Screen .............................................................................................. 14
2.2.2 Printing Status Screen ........................................................................................ 15
2.2.3 SP3000 Printing Screen...................................................................................... 19
2.2.4 SP1500/2000 Printing Screen............................................................................. 20
3Before Printing....................................................................................................................... 21
3.1 System Start-up.................................................................................................................. 21
3.1.1 Starting Up the Imaging Controller...................................................................... 21
3.1.2 Printer (LP) Start-up ............................................................................................ 22
3.1.3 FMPC Start-up .................................................................................................... 22
3.1.4 Scanner (SP) Start-up......................................................................................... 23
3.2 Pre-operational Checks in FMPC ....................................................................................... 24
3.2.1 Processing Solution Temperature Confirmation ................................................. 25
3.2.2 Control Strip Processing ..................................................................................... 25
3.2.3 Upkeep Printing................................................................................................... 26
3.3 Pre-operational Checks in FRONTIER 350/370................................................................. 29
3.3.1 Mirror Box Cleaning ............................................................................................ 29
3.3.2 Auto Film Carrier NC240Y Cleaning ................................................................... 30
3.3.3 Auto Film Carrier NC135Y Cleaning ................................................................... 32
3.3.4 Scanner Correction ............................................................................................. 35
3.4 Pre-operational Checks in FRONTIER 355/375/570.......................................................... 36
3.4.1 Diffusion Box/LED Board Cover Cleaning........................................................... 37
3.4.2 Auto Film Carrier NC100AY Cleaning................................................................. 38
3.4.3 Scanner Correction ............................................................................................. 41
4Paper Preparations .............................................................................................................. 45
4.1 Switching the “Auto”, “Upper” or “Lower” Paper Magazines............................................... 45
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5Printing ..................................................................................................................................... 46
5.1 Printing Flow....................................................................................................................... 46
5.1.1 DSC Printing from Imaging Controller (Example)................................................ 46
5.1.2 Printing from FRONTIER (135-size film example) .............................................. 49
5.2 Paper Mismatched in FMPC............................................................................................... 54
5.2.1 When “W-8102” Message Dialog Appears.......................................................... 54
5.2.2 When “W-1627” Message Dialog Appears.......................................................... 54
5.2.3 When “W-1621” Message Dialog Appears.......................................................... 55
5.3 Precaution for Use of PU800B ........................................................................................... 56
6After Printing .......................................................................................................................... 57
6.1 Post-operational Checks and Shut-down in FRONTIER 350/370 ...................................... 57
6.2 Post-operational Checks and Shut-down in FRONTIER 355/375/570 ............................... 60
6.2.1 Cleaning the Auto Film Carrier NC100AY........................................................... 60
6.2.2 Cleaning Around the Machine............................................................................. 63
6.2.3 Recording the Daily Processing Volume Data and Clearing the Data ................ 63
6.2.4 System Shutdown ............................................................................................... 64
6.3 Post-operational Checks and Shut-down in FMPC ............................................................ 65
6.4 Shutting Down Imaging Controller...................................................................................... 67
7Emergency Stop.................................................................................................................... 69
7.1 Emergency Power OFF in FMPC ....................................................................................... 69
7.2 Emergency Power OFF in Scanner (SP)............................................................................ 70
7.3 Manual Shut-off of Printer Power ....................................................................................... 71
7.4 Measures against FMPC Failures ...................................................................................... 72
7.4.1 To Return to Direct-connecting Type (in FRONTIER 350/370)........................... 72
7.4.2 To Return to Direct-connecting Type (in FRONTIER 355/375/570).................... 74
8Setup and Maintenance (FRONTIER 350/370/355/375).......................................... 77
8.1 Operator Menu ................................................................................................................... 77
8.1.1 Menu Screen Display .......................................................................................... 77
8.1.2 Production Information ........................................................................................ 78
8.1.3 Paper Condition Setup ........................................................................................ 79
8.1.4 Processing Solution Temperature Check............................................................ 81
8.1.5 Control Strip Processing ..................................................................................... 82
8.1.6 DIC Order Back Printing Setup ........................................................................... 85
8.1.7 Replenisher Pump Output Measurement............................................................ 86
8.1.8 Auto-cleaning Pump Output Measurement ......................................................... 88
8.2 Laboratory Manager Menu ................................................................................................. 91
8.2.1 Menu Screen Display .......................................................................................... 91
8.2.2 Production Information 1 (411)............................................................................ 91
8.2.3 Production Information 2 (412)............................................................................ 92
8.2.4 Timer Setup (414) .............................................................................................. 93
8.2.5 Error Information Check (415)............................................................................ 94
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8.2.6 Installation Information Confirmation (416) ......................................................... 95
8.2.7 Data Backup (417) .............................................................................................. 95
8.2.8 DI Manager Administrative Setting (41l) ............................................................. 96
8.2.9 Paper Condition Setup (421)............................................................................... 97
8.2.10 Processor Solution Temperature Check (422).................................................... 97
8.2.11 Control Strip Processing (423) ............................................................................ 97
8.2.12 Print Size Setup (424) ......................................................................................... 97
8.2.13 DIC Order Back Printing Setup ........................................................................... 98
8.2.14 Paper Magazine Registration (451) .................................................................... 98
8.2.15 Paper Feed Length Adjustment (452) ................................................................. 100
8.2.16 G, B Laser (SHG) Optimal Temperature Setup (454) ......................................... 101
8.2.17 Paper Feed (455) ................................................................................................ 101
8.2.18 Printer Temperature Display (456)...................................................................... 102
8.2.19 Printer Input Check (457) .................................................................................... 102
8.2.20 Image Position Fine Adjustment (458) ................................................................ 103
8.2.21 Printer Function Select........................................................................................ 103
8.2.22 Precut Length Setting (45V)................................................................................ 104
8.2.23 Pump Output Measurement/Setting (461) .......................................................... 104
8.2.24 Auto-cleaning Output Measurement/Setting (462).............................................. 104
8.2.25 Processing Temperature Setting (463) ............................................................... 105
8.2.26 Replenisher Rate Setup (464)............................................................................. 105
8.2.27 Evaporation Correction Rate Setting (465) ......................................................... 106
8.2.28 Low Volume Setting (466)................................................................................... 106
8.2.29 Processor Temperature Calibration (467)........................................................... 107
8.2.30 Processor Input Check (468) .............................................................................. 108
9Setup and Maintenance (FRONTIER 570)................................................................... 109
9.1 Operator Menu ................................................................................................................... 109
9.1.1 Menu Screen Display .......................................................................................... 109
9.1.2 Production Information ........................................................................................ 110
9.1.3 Paper Condition Setup ........................................................................................ 111
9.1.4 DIC Order Back Printing Setup ........................................................................... 112
9.2 Laboratory Manager Menu ................................................................................................. 113
9.2.1 Menu Screen Display .......................................................................................... 113
9.2.2 Production Information 1 (411)............................................................................ 114
9.2.3 Production Information 2 (412)............................................................................ 114
9.2.4 Accumulated Production Information (413)......................................................... 115
9.2.5 Timer Setup (414) ............................................................................................... 116
9.2.6 Error Information Check (415)............................................................................. 117
9.2.7 Installation Information Confirmation (416) ......................................................... 118
9.2.8 Data Backup (417) .............................................................................................. 119
9.2.9 DI Manager Administrative Setting (41I) ............................................................. 120
9.2.10 Paper Condition Setup (421)............................................................................... 120
9.2.11 Print Size Setup (424) ......................................................................................... 120
9.2.12 DIC Order Back Printing Setup ........................................................................... 121
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9.2.13 Paper Magazine Registration (451) .................................................................... 121
9.2.14 Paper Magazine Feeding Fine Adjustment (452)................................................ 124
9.2.15 G Laser (SHG) Optimal Temperature Setup (454) ............................................. 125
9.2.16 Paper Feed (455) ................................................................................................ 126
9.2.17 Printer Temperature Display (456)...................................................................... 126
9.2.18 Printer Input Check (457) .................................................................................... 127
9.2.19 Image Position and Tilt Fine Adjustment (458) ................................................... 127
9.2.20 Printer Function Select (459) .............................................................................. 128
9.2.21 Pump Output Measurement/Setting (461) .......................................................... 129
9.2.22 Auto Cleaning Output Measurement/Setting (462) ............................................. 131
9.2.23 Low Volume Processing Setup (466).................................................................. 132
9.2.24 Processor Temperature Calibration (467)........................................................... 133
9.2.25 Processor Input Check (468) .............................................................................. 135
9.2.26 Processor Operating Condition Setup (46B)....................................................... 136
10 Error Messages ..................................................................................................................... 137
11 Index........................................................................................................................................... 142
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1Operational Safety and Use Conditions
Before using the equipment, read carefully and understand thoroughly the precautions set forth in
this section.
The safety precautions are classified into WARNING and CAUTION categories.
Supplementary operating instructions are given under IMPORTANT and NOTE categories.
These four categories are defined as follows.
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in serious injury or
even death.
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices and property-damage-only accidents.
IMPORTANT
IMPORTANT describes improper handling procedures that may adversely affect performance or damage the
equipment.
N
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NOTE designates those items, provisions, and supplementary explanations for which it is important to
maintain methodical concern and consideration relative to operational procedures.
:
describes additional comment or useful information.
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1.1.1 Basic Operating Precautions
•When accessing the machine interior for inspection or servicing, shut down the system by proceeding with
the post-operational checks, place the built-in circuit breaker in the OFF position, and turn OFF the main
power circuit breaker.
Inspecting or servicing the inside of the machine with the main power circuit breaker left ON may expose
personnel to hazardous conditions and damage the machine.
• If the machine emits smoke, generates an abnormal sound or its external surface becomes unduly hot,
immediately stop using it, set the power switch to STANDBY, place the built-in circuit breaker in the OFF
position, turn OFF the main power circuit breaker, and contact your local dealer.
zDo not modify the machine without permission from the manufacturer because safety assurance features
and other essential functions may be impaired. If the machine needs to be modified, contact your local
dealer.
xNever remove covers or other parts that are screwed down to avoid the risk of electric shock or injury to
personnel. If any parts need to be unscrewed, contact your local dealer.
• Use only Fujifilm-recommended replacement parts.
If parts other than those recommended by Fujifilm are used, the warranty will be voided.
1.1.2 Caution regarding Electric Shock
Utmost care should be taken as the machine is connected to 200/210/220/230/240V AC power sources.
Avoid the possibility of electric shock by noting the following:
•Never operate the machine if it is wet.
•Never operate the machine if the surrounding floor is wet.
• Ensure the electrical earth connection is permanently made.
• Ensure that all cables are undamaged and correctly connected.
1.1 Safety
IMPORTANT
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•Temperature: 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F)
Ambient room temperatures above 30°C (86°F) or below 15°C (59°F) will destabilize processing and
replenisher solution temperatures to the detriment of processing performance. Pay special attention to
room temperatures in wintertime and maintain solution temperatures within designated ranges.
•Relative Humidity: 30% to 70%
Relative humidities above 70% will result in inadequate printer paper transport or improper paper drying,
producing abnormal prints. Maintain the ambient room relative humidity within the range of 30% to 70%
RH at all times.
•Ventilation
Provide a vent close to the processor section and maintain adequate ventilation.
•Illumination: 500 lux or lower
Maintain room illumination levels so that no more than 500 lux falls on the scanner and printer upper
surfaces. Should the equipment main body or paper magazine be exposed to direct outside light or strong
reflected light, use curtains or blinds to shield the equipment from such extraneous light.
REFERENCE:
Two 40W fluorescent lamps provide 500 lux of illumination at a distance of 1 meter (3.3 ft.).
N
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Excessively high indoor illumination levels will adversely affect the quality of finished prints.
1.3.1 Main Control Unit FMPC
To prevent damage to the system, abide by the following points.
• Do not install any application software without Fujifilm’s consent.
• Do not modify the data structure or data in the hard disk.
• Do not open the main control unit without the consent of Fujifilm’s service representative.
• Do not add to or modify expansion cards or RAM cards.
• Do not reboot using the [Ctrl]+[Alt]+[Del] keys.
1.2 Room Conditions
1.3 Main Control Unit for FMPC Handling Precautions
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2Component Names and Related Functions
This section gives the component names and describes their external and internal structure.
2.1.1 System Configuration
[FMPC + FRONTIER 570]
2.1 External View
FMPC
Scanner (SP)
Printer (LP)
Imaging Controller
IEEE 1394
Cable
IEEE 1394
Cable
LAN Cable
LAN Cable
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