FujiFilm FRONTIER 390 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Applied Operating Instructions
PP3-B166E2
System Disk Ver.4.0
SP2500
LP2500P
DIGITAL MINILAB
SCANNER/IMAGE PROCESSOR
FRONTIER 390
LASER PRINTER/PAPER PROCESSOR
SP2500
LP2500P
Second Edition

• This Instruction Manual — Applied Operating Instructions — explains the procedures for
operating and maintaining the Fujifilm Digital Minilab FRONTIER 390 SP2500 and LP2500P, as
well as precautions for use.
• To ensure proper use and optimum performance of the SP2500 and LP2500P Digital Minilab
and optional 135ANL (NF2500AG), 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.
• In addition to this instruction manual, the following separate volumes have been prepared:
Basic Operating Instructions: This volume describes the basic operating instructions not
included in these “Applied Operating Instructions”.
Condition Setup and Maintenence: This volume describes the condition setup and maintenence
procedures for the SP2500 and LP2500P Digital Minilab.
• For the optional Multi-film Carrier MFC10Y, Pricing Unit PU800B or Variety Print Service, refer to
the appropriate Instruction Manual.
• The optional automatic negative loading system NF2500AG is called the 135ANL.
NOTICE
1. Electro-optical-mechanical reproduction of this manuscript 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.
INTRODUCTION

1 OPERATIONAL SAFETY AND USE CONDITIONS
2 ADDITIONAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
3SETUP AND MAINTENANCE
4DAILY MAINTENANCE
5
PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
6 ERROR MESSAGES AND ACTIONTOTAKE
7PAPER JAMMING
8
NEGATIVE JAMMING IN 135ANL (OPTIONAL)
9 STREAK MARKS ON PRINTS AND COUNTERMEASURES
10 LIST OF CONSUMABLES
11 INDEX

CONTENTS
1 OPERATIONAL SAFETY AND USE CONDITIONS
5
1.1 Safety..............................................................................................................................................6
1.1.1 Basic Operating Precautions ............................................................................................6
1.1.2 Caution regarding Electric Shock......................................................................................6
1.2 Laser Radiation Safety............................................................................................................7
1.2.1 Laser Radiation Safety......................................................................................................7
1.2.2 Laser Warning Label .........................................................................................................7
1.3 Safety Indication........................................................................................................................8
1.3.1 Caution Label Locations on Scanner/Image Processor.................................................... 8
1.3.2 Caution Label Locations on Printer/Paper Processor .....................................................10
1.3.3 Laser Caution Label Locations on Printer.......................................................................12
1.4 Room Conditions ....................................................................................................................13
1.5 CRT Monitor and Main Control Unit Handling Precautions..................................14
1.5.1 CRT Monitor ....................................................................................................................14
1.5.2 Main Control Unit ............................................................................................................14
1.6 Processing Chemical (CP-48S) Handling .....................................................................15
1.6.1 Handling Precautions ......................................................................................................15
1.7 Certification and Identification Labels...........................................................................16
1.7.1 Certification and Identification Label Locations...............................................................16
2ADDITIONAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 19
2.1 Manual Start-up........................................................................................................................ 20
2.2 IX240 Strip Film Printing ......................................................................................................21
2.3 Back Printing Selection and Custom Setup Back Printing Display..................22
2.4 Front Printing ............................................................................................................................25
2.4.1 Date/Time Printing ..........................................................................................................25
2.4.2 Title Printing ....................................................................................................................25
2.5 Center Cropping ......................................................................................................................26
2.6 IX240-size Reversal Film Print........................................................................................... 27
2.7 Black &White Negative Printing.......................................................................................28
2.8 1-Frame Image Display Printing .......................................................................................29
2.9 Sort Data Display/Setting.....................................................................................................31
2.10 Unexposed Frame-Detection Level Setup....................................................................32
2.11 Tone Adjustment......................................................................................................................33
2.12 Selecting Sharpness Level .................................................................................................34
2.13 Monotone Printing ..................................................................................................................35
2.13.1 Making Monotone Prints from Monotone Film (for Color Development) .........................35
2.13.2 Making Monotone Prints from Color Film........................................................................36
2.14 RP-tone Correction.................................................................................................................37
2.15 Auto Correction ON/OFF......................................................................................................38

2.16 Paper Feed..................................................................................................................................39
2.17 Custom Setting Selection....................................................................................................40
2.18 Forced Printing......................................................................................................................... 43
3SETUP AND MAINTENANCE 45
3.1 “Setup and Maintenance”Menu Screen ....................................................................... 46
3.2 Production Information.........................................................................................................47
3.3 Paper Condition Setup.......................................................................................................... 49
3.4 Processing SolutionTemperature Check .....................................................................53
3.5 Control Strip Processing ..................................................................................................... 54
3.5.1 Control Strip Preparation ................................................................................................54
3.5.2 Control Strip Processing ................................................................................................. 56
3.5.3 Control Strip Storage and Handling Precautions ............................................................ 59
3.6 Scanning Lamp/Reflector Replacement .......................................................................60
3.7 Scanning Lamp Position Adjustment.............................................................................66
3.8 135 Light Source ApertureTable ......................................................................................68
3.9 135ANL (Optional) Negative Catcher Section Cleaning.........................................69
3.10 Replenisher Pump Output Measurement .....................................................................71
4DAILY MAINTENANCE 75
4.1 Ink Ribbon Replacement...................................................................................................... 76
4.2 Turning Power OFF in an Emergency............................................................................. 80
4.2.1 Turning Power OFF in an Emergency (Mechanical/Software Abnormality) ....................80
4.2.2 Manual Shut-off of Scanner Power .................................................................................81
4.2.3 Manual Shut-off of Printer Power.................................................................................... 81
5 PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION
83
5.1 Maintenance Schedule..........................................................................................................84
5.2 Power OFF/ON ..........................................................................................................................86
5.2.1 Turning OFF/ON Scanner ............................................................................................... 86
5.2.2 Turning OFF/ON Printer..................................................................................................87
5.3 Cleaning the Light Source Section Air Filter ..............................................................89
5.4 Cleaning the Scanner Power Supply Section Air Filter.......................................... 90
5.5 Cleaning the Printer Section Air Filters.........................................................................91
5.6 Cleaning the Printer Power Source Section Air Filters ..........................................92
5.7 Cleaning the Processing Solution Cooling Air Filters............................................ 93
5.8 Dryer Section Air Filter .........................................................................................................94

5.9 Cutter Loop Sensor Cleaning ............................................................................................95
5.10 Replacing the Circulation Filters......................................................................................96
5.11 Washing the Processing Racks ........................................................................................98
5.12 Cleaning the Film Cooling Air Compressor Filter ..................................................104
5.13 Cleaning the Light Source Optical Filters ..................................................................106
5.14 Cleaning the DensitometerWhite Board.....................................................................109
6ERROR MESSAGES AND ACTIONTOTAKE 111
7PAPER JAMMING 143
7.1 Paper Jammed in Printer ...................................................................................................144
7.1.1 Paper Magazine Removal.............................................................................................144
7.1.2 Paper Jammed in Paper Feed Unit (W-2401)............................................................... 145
7.1.3 Paper Jammed in Unit 1 (W-2402)................................................................................145
7.1.4 Paper Jammed in Exposure Section Feed Unit (W-2403) ............................................146
7.1.5 Paper Jammed in Unit 2 (W-2404)................................................................................147
7.1.6 Paper Jammed in Unit 4/5 (W-2405/W-2406) ............................................................... 149
7.1.7 Paper Jammed at Loop 1/2/3/4/5..................................................................................151
7.1.8 Remaining Paper Length Adjustment after Removing Jammed Paper......................... 151
7.2 Paper Jammed in Processor ............................................................................................152
7.2.1 Paper Jammed in Processor or Dryer (W-2601)........................................................... 152
7.2.2 Paper Jammed in Cutter Section (W-2602) ..................................................................157
8NEGATIVE JAMMING IN 135ANL (OPTIONAL) 159
8.1 Negative Jamming during Pre-scanning ....................................................................160
8.2 Negative Jamming during Fine-scanning ..................................................................162
9 STREAK MARKS ON PRINTS AND COUNTERMEASURES
165
9.1 Types of Streak Marks.........................................................................................................166
9.1.1 Pressure Cover Section of Auto Film Carrier ................................................................166
9.1.2 Mask Section of Auto Film Carrier ................................................................................166
9.1.3 Mirror Box .....................................................................................................................167
9.2 Countermeasures..................................................................................................................168
10 LIST OF CONSUMABLES 169
10.1 Scanner......................................................................................................................................170
10.2 Printer Processor ..................................................................................................................171
11 INDEX 173
Index............................................................................................................................................ 174
Index of Basic Operating Instructions.........................................................................176

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1 OPERATIONAL SAFETY AND USE CONDITIONS
Before using the equipment, carefully read and thoroughly understand 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.
NOTE:
NOTE designates those items, provisions, and supplementary explanations for
which it is important to maintain methodical concern and consideration relative to
operational procedures.
1.1 Safety ............................................................................................... 6
1.1.1 Basic Operating Precautions ............................................... 6
1.1.2 Caution regarding Electric Shock......................................... 6
1.2 Laser Radiation Safety........................................................... 7
1.2.1 Laser Radiation Safety......................................................... 7
1.2.2 Laser Warning Label ............................................................ 7
1.3 Safety Indication........................................................................ 8
1.3.1 Caution Label Locations on Scanner/Image Processor....... 8
1.3.2 Caution Label Locations on Printer/Paper Processor .......... 10
1.3.3 Laser Caution Label Locations on Printer............................ 12
1.4 Room Conditions ...................................................................... 13
1.5 CRT Monitor and Main Control Unit Handling Precautions .......... 14
1.5.1 CRT Monitor......................................................................... 14
1.5.2 Main Control Unit ................................................................. 14
1.6 Processing Chemical (CP-48S) Handling.................... 15
1.6.1 Handling Precautions........................................................... 15
1.7 Certification and Identification Labels.......................... 16
1.7.1 Certification and Identification Label Locations.................... 16

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1.1.1 Basic Operating Precautions
• When accessing the machine interior for inspection or servicing, turn the power switch to
STANDBY, place the built-in circuit breaker in the OFF (K) 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 becomes unduly hot on its
external surfaces, immediately stop using it, set the power switch to STANDBY, place the built-in
circuit breaker in the OFF (K) 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.
IMPORTANT
If parts other than those recommended by Fujifilm are used, the warranty
will be voided.
zDo not operate the machine with cover open/close sensors forced ON while
the covers are open. These sensors serve as safety switches. If they are
forced ON, the system mistakenly assumes that the open covers are
“closed” making the machine operative, and this may expose personnel to
hazardous conditions and damage the machine.
• Never position objects in close proximity to light sources or processing
or dryer section cover vents. Doing so will impair machine ventilation,
thereby causing temperature control problems.
xDo not stare at the light emitted from the light source for prolonged periods
of time because this may damage your eyesight.
cBefore replacing the scanning lamp or reflector, wait until the lamp cools.
Observe this precaution to avoid burns.
vDo not use spray cleaners containing combustible substances as these
constitute fire hazard.
1.1.2 Caution regarding Electric Shock
Utmost care should be taken as the machine is connected to a 200/210/
220/230/240V AC power source. 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 that the electrical earth connection is permanently made.
• Ensure that all cables are undamaged and correctly connected.
1.1 Safety

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1.2.1 Laser Radiation Safety
This product is a Class 1 laser device for which biological hazards have not been established.
Follow all warnings on the device label and in the manual.
• The adjustment of controls or the performance of procedures in ways not
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
• The exposure section front cover and upper side door of this device are
provided with safety interlocks which prevent leakage of laser radiation when
the covers are opened. Do not press the safety interlocks when these
sections are opened. Otherwise, laser emissions may occur, resulting in
serious hazards.
1.2.2 LaserWarning Label
Protective housing labels and its position required by the Section J of Chapter 1 of 21 CFR, issued
by the U.S.FDA are shown in the subsections 1.2.2 and 1.8.1.
REFERENCE:
The FDA (Food and Drug Administration) is a U.S.government agency that has authority over the safety of
major high-energy-radiating products.
Laser
Max. Output
Wavelength
3B
R
Class
G B
Semi-conductor Solid-state Laser
685 nm 532 nm 473 nm
10 mW 7 mW 0.3 mW
Laser Radiation Specification
1.2 Laser Radiation Safety

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On the machine, each location shown below is provided with a caution label concerning safety.
When operating or maintaining the machine, take care to avoid burns or other personal injury.
1.3.1 Caution Label Locations on Scanner/Image Processor
1.3 Safety Indication
EZ1257

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GD1550-1

1010
GD1559
1.3.2 Caution Label Locations on Printer/Paper Processor

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GD1560

1212
CAUTION
Visible laser radiation when open
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
CAUTION
Visible laser radiation when open
DO NOT STARE INTO BEAM
GD1618
1.3.3 Laser Caution Label Locations on Printer

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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.)
NOTE: Excessively high indoor illumination levels will adversely affect the quality of finished prints.
1.4 Room Conditions

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1.5.1 CRT Monitor
If anything unusual occurs during operation, such as smoke, strange noise, or peculiar odor
coming from the equipment,disconnect the power plug immediately and contact your dealer. If you
continue using the equipment in this condition, fire, electric shock or a breakdown may result.
◆In case you spill liquid or drop something into the cabinet, disconnect the
power plug immediately and contact your local dealer.
◆Do not obstruct air vents.
◆Do not place the monitor close to magnetic fields.
1.5.2 Main Control Unit
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 a Fujifilm service representative.
·Do not add to or modify expansion cards or RAM cards.
·Do not reboot using the [Ctrl]+[Alt]+Del] keys.
1.5 CRT Monitor and Main Control Unit Handling Precautions

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1.6.1 Handling Precautions
Processing chemicals should be handled in accordance with the precautions indicated on the boxes and labels of the
respective chemicals.
●Always wear protective gloves and safety goggles when handling chemicals with the above
indications.This is recommended even for chemicals without these indications. For greater
protection, the use of a protective mask and apron is also recommended.
●Wash hands thoroughly after handling processing chemicals or solutions.
●Any spilled chemicals should be wiped up immediately.
●Use caution when mixing chemicals as certain mixtures may produce toxic gases.
●If you get any chemical on your skin or in your eyes, immediately flush the affected part with
a great amount of water.
●If you swallow any chemical or get any in your eyes, seek medical attention immediately and
show the physician the information printed on the box or label of the chemical(s) involved.
●In some countries, chemicals carrying a poison label are required by law to be stored under
lock and key.You are responsible for ascertaining and complying with the regulations that
apply in your country concerning the handling of poisonous substances.
●Store chemicals in a safe place out of reach of children.
●Waste solutions should be disposed of in accordance with the ordinances governing the
handling of industrial waste products in your locale.The P1-R chemical in the CP-48S
replenisher cartridge and the Component A of the P1 start-up chemical fall into the category
of industrial waste. Should you have any questions concerning these chemicals, consult
your service representative.
Special note should be taken regarding the following properties of the CP-48S chemicals.
●The P1-R chemical of the Replenisher Cartridge PC and Component A of the P1 Start-up
Chemical
These components contain P-phenylenediamine and may thus cause skin and eye irritation
if improperly handled. They may be injurious to the health if swallowed.
●The P2-RA Chemical of the Replenisher Cartridge PC and Component A of the P2 Start-up
Chemical
These components cause oxidation in metals.They may produce harmful ammonia gas if
mixed with a chlorine-based bleach (hypochlorite) or an alkaline substance (P1-R or N1-RA).
●The P2-RB Chemical of the Replenisher Cartridge PC and Component B of the P2 Start-up
Chemical
These components may produce harmful ammonia gas if mixed with a chlorine-based
bleach (hypochlorite) or an alkaline substance (P1-R or N1-RA).They may also produce
harmful sulfur trioxide gas when mixed with an acid.
●FSC100 (Fuji Super Conditioner)
This component contains dichloroisocyanurate and may thus produce harmful chlorine gas if
mixed with an acid. It could be injurious to the health if swallowed.
Safety GogglesProtective Gloves
1.6 Processing Chemical (CP-48S) Handling

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ELECTRICAL RATING
200/210/220/230/240V~
32/ 32/ 28/ 29/ 30A
50/ 60Hz
200/210/220/230/240V~
32/ 32/ 28/ 29/ 30A
346/365/380/400/415V3~N
15/ 15/ 12/ 12/ 12A
50/60Hz
200/210/220/230/240V~
32/ 32/ 28/ 29/ 30A
200/210/220/230/240V3~
23/ 24/ 20/ 21/ 21A
346/365/380/400/415V3~N
15/ 15/ 12/ 12/ 12A
50/60Hz
FPO
US
GD1436-1
1.7 Certification and Identification Labels
1.7.1 Certification and Identification Label Locations

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GD1550-2

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2 ADDITIONAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
This section provides additional operating instructions not
described in “Basic Operating Instructions”.
2.1 Manual Start-up.......................................................................... 20
2.2 IX240 Strip Film Printing ....................................................... 21
2.3 Back Printing Selection and Custom Setup Back Printing Display ... 22
2.4 Front Printing .............................................................................. 25
2.4.1 Date/Time Printing ............................................................... 25
2.4.2 Title Printing ......................................................................... 25
2.5 Center Cropping......................................................................... 26
2.6 IX240-size Reversal Film Print........................................... 27
2.7 Black &White Negative Printing....................................... 28
2.8 1-Frame Image Display Printing ....................................... 29
2.9 Sort Data Display/Setting ..................................................... 31
2.10 Unexposed Frame-Detection Level Setup .................. 32
2.11 Tone Adjustment ....................................................................... 33
2.12 Selecting Sharpness Level.................................................. 34
2.13 Monotone Printing.................................................................... 35
2.13.1 Making Monotone Prints from Monotone Film (for Color Development) .... 35
2.13.2 Making Monotone Prints from Color Film............................. 36
2.14 RP-tone Correction .................................................................. 37
2.15 Auto Correction ON/OFF....................................................... 38
2.16 Paper Feed .................................................................................... 39
2.17 Custom Setting Selection..................................................... 40
2.18 Forced Printing........................................................................... 43