GCC Technologies JF-2418UV User manual

JF-2418UV
User Manual
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Dear Sir / Madam,
Thank you for choosing GCC and the JF-2418UV Flatbed Printer. You can be assured that this
machine meets the highest safety standards while using technological innovations shared by no
other UV printer. JF-2418UV Flatbed Printer is backed by GCC, a truly international company that is
dedicated to help your business grow.
We at GCC are proud to introduce the JF-2418UV Flatbed Printer, our most technologically
advanced UV printer to date. This easy to operate machine has been designed with quality,
productivity, and safety in mind. With innovations like SmartMESHTM, patented color varnish, and
outstanding quality with high productivity, the JF-2418UV is clearly on the cutting edge of all UV
inkjet systems.
GCC understands that a creative technical background is the key to successful growth in the
ever-changing information economy. We have a strong team of R&D experts who propel our
company to new heights. From product development to manufacturing, our engineers are
dedicated to innovation and quality.
Guiding our solid technical base is a world-class management team. At GCC, our leaders bring
together marketing, technical support, research development and distribution experts to create an
international network to meet your demands. Over the years, this network has been able to span
throughout the globe. Our technical support staff is committed to provide you with impeccable
service, and when your business is ready to grow, our team will be there!
Sincerely,
Leonard Shih
President of G.C.C.

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Table of Content
1.1 Warning..................................................................................................................................6
1.2 Inks Safety Information......................................................................................................7
1.3 First-Aid Measures ...............................................................................................................8
1.4 Personal Protection .............................................................................................................8
1.5 Equipment Installation Precautions .................................................................................9
1.6 Ink Operating and Storage Environment.......................................................................10
Chapter 2 Equipment Main Body Introduction .................................................................................11
2.1 Flatbed UV Printer .............................................................................................................11
2.1.1 JF-2418UV Flatbed Printer Key features...........................................................12
2.2 JF-2418UV Appearance.....................................................................................................13
2.2.1 JF-2418UV Front View .......................................................................................13
2.2.2 JF-2418UV Rear view .........................................................................................14
2.2.3 JF-2418UV Parts Description.............................................................................14
Chapter 3 Installation Procedure...........................................................................................................16
3.1 Machine Setup.....................................................................................................................16
3.1.1 Turn On The Power ............................................................................................16
3.1.2 Set Ink Flow To Printer Heads............................................................................17
3.2 Software Setup ....................................................................................................................19
3.2.1 Softkey Installation Instructions ........................................................................19
Chapter 4 Control Panel............................................................................................................................22
4.1 Control Panel Workflow ....................................................................................................22
4.2 Control Panel Layout Description ...................................................................................30
Chapter 5 Operating the JF-2418UV .....................................................................................................38
5.1 Hardware Operation..........................................................................................................38
5.1.1 How to Set Flatbed Printing Mode .....................................................................38
5.1.2 How To Set PH Gap Auto Adjustment Mode......................................................38
5.1.3 How To Print On Rigid Material ........................................................................42
5.1.4 How To Set IP......................................................................................................45
5.1.5 Simplified Output Procedure .............................................................................46
5.1.6 Reset Back To The Factory Settings...................................................................47
5.1.7 Check Print Head Condition...............................................................................47
5.1.8 How To Pause/Clean/Delete The Job While Printing .......................................49
5.1.9 How To Set Pass To White Clean........................................................................51
5.1.10 How To Upgrade Your VLCD To The Latest Version .........................................51
5.2 FlexiPRINT GCC Edition Operation..................................................................................53
5.2.1 Basic Elements for FlexiPRINT GCC Edition ......................................................53
5.2.2 How To Setup For Printing and Import File......................................................55

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5.2.3 Add Image Setting ...............................................................................................60
5.2.4 Editor...................................................................................................................64
5.2.5 External Software Printing Setups.....................................................................81
5.2.6 JOB Server Settings.............................................................................................83
5.2.7 How to User Auto Serialization in FlexiPRINT GCC Edition-ADVANCED........89
5.3 How To Set The color-white/white-color/color-white-color printing......................96
5.3.1 How To set Illustrator for color-white/white-color/color-white- color printing
97
5.3.2 How To Set FlexiPRINT Editor for color-white/white-color/ color-white-color
Printing 100
5.3.3 How To Set Varnish Printing............................................................................103
5.3.4 How To Create Custom Pattern for Varnish Printing .....................................106
5.3.5 How To Set ADA Sign (Braille Sign) Printing ..................................................111
5.3.6 How To Set Arc mode for Dome Shaped Braille Characters/Patterns Printing
114
5.3.7 How To Create Raised Printing Effect.............................................................120
5.3.8 How to set UV Lamp Curing mode for bright color printing..........................124
5.3.9 How to set CorelDraw for Spot White..............................................................125
5.4 Tuning And Testing Procedure ......................................................................................129
5.4.1 Read Factory Settings.......................................................................................129
5.4.2 Introduction of VLCD ........................................................................................130
5.4.3 Preliminary Calibration Parameters ...............................................................132
Chapter 6 Maintenance And Basic Service......................................................................................139
6.1 Check Remaining Ink and Refill Ink.............................................................................139
6.1.1 Check Remaining Ink ..............................................................................................139
6.1.2 How To Replace Bulk Ink ........................................................................................140
6.2 Daily / Weekly / Monthly Maintenance.......................................................................141
6.2.1 Ink Print Head Cleaning ..........................................................................................141
6.2.2 How To Turn On/Off POWER SAVE Function........................................................143
6.2.3 How To Dispose Waste Ink Bottle...........................................................................143
6.2.4 Cleaning....................................................................................................................144
6.3 Print Head Maintenance And Clean Up........................................................................145
6.3.1 Maintenance And Clean Up .....................................................................................146
6.3.2 Maintenance And Clean Up For Print Head of White Ink .....................................148
6.3.3 Automatic Basic Cleaning Up Maintenance ...........................................................151
6.3.4 Automatic Advanced Cleaning Up Maintenance....................................................152
6.3.5 Manual Maintenance...............................................................................................154
6.4 How To Replace The Filter and Glass Surface Of LED Lamp ....................................156

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6.5 Ink Drain Away.................................................................................................................159
6.6 Reset Pressure Gauge with Atmospheric Pressure ...................................................162
6.7 Lubrication of the X Rails..............................................................................................164
6.8 How to replace alignment rule .......................................................................................165
6.9 How to fill GCC Inkjet Coolant........................................................................................166
Chapter 7 Caldera Installation ..............................................................................................................167
7.1 Caldera Installation...........................................................................................................167
7.1.1 How to set GCC JF-2418UV Driver ..................................................................167
7.1.2 Launch Caldera RIP ...........................................................................................170
Chapter 8 Reference Parameter Settings.........................................................................................175
Q & A.............................................................................................................................................................177
1 How to prevent the print head damage by UV reflection............................................177
Appendix A: JF-2418UV Specification ...............................................................................................178
Appendix B: JF-2418UV Optional........................................................................................................180

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Chapter 1 Introduction
1.1 Warning
These symbols are applied in the user manual for the safety precaution and to prevent equipment
from damage. These symbols are informational notice. Please do understand meanings for each of
these symbols and its related safety precautions prior operate the equipment.
No.
Safety label
Graphic
Content
1
Warning
The symbol indicates that fire is
prohibited. The ink and the fluid
discharged out are highly
flammable.
2
High Voltage
The symbol indicates high
voltage. Remove the lid could
lead to expose to high voltage or
electric shock.
3
Warning
The symbol indicates that the ink
is health hazardous.
The ink and fluid discharged out
is health hazardous, avoid body
contact.
4
Ink Leaking
The symbol indicates to avoid the
ink leaking.
Turn off all valves of print heads
before switching off the printer.

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Ground Wire
The symbol indicates the
machine should be grounded
before conducting any
maintenance or cleaning
operation due to possible
electrostatic discharge.
6
Printing
Warning
The symbol indicates that during
the printing process do not put
your hands in the printing area to
avoid injury.
7
Avoid Injury
Warning
The symbol indicates that during
the printing process do not put
your hands in the area to avoid
your hands being pinched by
moving parts.
8
Keep Clear
Warning
The symbol indicates that do not
put objects in addition to print
media on the print area at all
times to prevent print head being
crashed by obstacles.
9
Do Not Push
Warning
The symbol indicates that do not
push carriage axis while moving
the machine.
1.2 Inks Safety Information
Health Effects of Exposure to Ink
Contact by
Effect
Inhalation
Can cause severe respiratory irritation, dizziness, weakness, fatigue, nausea,
and headache.

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Skin
Can cause dermatitis or irritation that may last for hours or days, but
unlikely to result in permanent harm.
Eye
Can cause severe irritation, tearing, and burns that may eventually lead to
permanent impairment, including blindness.
Swallow
Can cause severe irritation to mouth, throat, and stomach, may further
inflict abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Disposal Considerations
Waste ink contains hazardous substances. Do not dispose waste ink with household rubbish. Do
not allow product to reach sewage system. Recommend to dispose waste ink according to official
regulations.
1.3 First-Aid Measures
Contact by
Remedy
Inhalation
Breathe in fresh air and consult a doctor in case of complaints.
Skin
Immediately wash with soap and water then rinse thoroughly. If skin
irritation continues, consult a doctor.
Eye
First and for most, flush your eyes with plenty of water. Then, tilt your head
to prevent chemical from transferring to the uncontaminated eye. Finally,
seek immediate medical attention and monitor the eye as advised by your
physician. Inform your physician that your eye was exposed to chemical ink.
Swallow
Do not induce vomiting. Drink copious amount of water or milk to dilute
and breathe in fresh air, then, seek medical attention immediately.
1.4 Personal Protection
Protection
Solution
Respiratory
Protection
Ventilation may be required depending upon conditions of use.

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1.5 Equipment Installation Precautions
GCC JF-2418UV shall be installed in a relatively clean, free from dust environment and the surface
for the equipment to be installed shall be stable and flat. We suggest that you install the
equipment in an air-conditioned environment to control the appropriate temperature and
humidity. To ensure the equipment and the materials reach to the room temperature 24 hours
prior in operation. For the environment shall meet following conditions:
WARNING
Prohibit on exposure under
direct sun light
Prohibit on setting up on tilt
surface
Temperature and humidity
The operation environment
for this
equipment:
22 to 30°C (71.6°F to 86°F)
40% to 60% (humidity)
Avoid locations with vibration
Avoid locations with strong
air current
Avoid locations with flame
Skin Protection
Avoid skin contact by wearing safety gloves. Clean protective equipment
regularly. Then, wash hands and other exposed areas with soap and
water before eating, drinking. When leaving work, drink a lot of water.
Eye Protection
Wear safety glasses with side shields when handling ink to avoid the
possibility of eye contact by slashing or spraying liquid. Do not wear
contact lenses.

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1.6 Ink Operating and Storage Environment
Store the inks away from direct sunlight or other lighting sources, including fluorescent lighting.
Store them away from acids, alkalis, and oxidizing material as well. Additionally, keep container
tightly closed in a dry, cool, well ventilated place.
The recommended ink storage temperature as following:
* Temperature: 22°C to 30°C (71.6°F to 86°F). Humidity: 40% to 60%.
Please do ensure the ink storage temperature and humidity.

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Chapter 2 Equipment Main Body Introduction
JF-2418UV flatbed printer is designed for printing on rigid, cylinder and roll materials. Cylinder or
roll materials are only available with the rotary attachment or roll to roll system optional items.
JF-2418UV
Maximum material width: 610mm x 457mm (24" × 18")
2.1 Flatbed UV Printer
The innovative GCC Flatbed UV Printer can complete short runs and on-demand printing.
Following the high quality of GCC products, the new GCC Flatbed UV Printer comes with high
throughput, reliable printing preference, user-friendly interface, touch screen control panel and
creative features. GCC Flatbed UV Printer accommodates standard four colors CMYK, and optional
Varnish and White color that offer you the outstanding printing quality.
In addition to the application for sign industry, like signage and signboard, GCC JF-2418UV Flatbed
Printer is dedicated to applications of custom items, including promotional items, décor, stickers,
packages, personalized products and much more to fulfill all your needs.
With applicable to a maximum of 30cm tall object and supportive to pass through printing ability,
GCC JF-2418UV Flatbed Printer eliminates the limitation of printing. Along with the optional
roll-to-roll system and rotary system, users are allowed to work on a wide variety of applications,
including flexible media, such as vinyl, wall stickers and heat transfer film to rigid material, such as
acrylic, PC and foam board; furthermore, users can print preferred patterns on personalized items,
such as phone cases, bottles, etc. GCC JF-2418UV Flatbed Printer is the most suitable equipment
for custom items with stunning quality.

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2.1.1 JF-2418UV Flatbed Printer Key features
Features:
1. Maximum print area: 610x457mm (24”x18”)
2. Media thickness up to 300mm (11.8”)
3. Print resolution of up to 1,200dpi
4. Acceptable media weight up to 15Kg
5. Maximum Print Speed: 3.75 m2/hr
6. Auto Media Calibration (AMC™)
7. Bundled FlexiPRINT GCC Edition RIP software
8. Touch screen control panel
9. Roll to Roll (Optional)
10. Rotary Attachment (Optional)
11. Dual LED lamp
12. Pass through doors to accommodate long working objects
13. Motorized Z axis adjustment
14. High printing speed model is available

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2.2 JF-2418UV Appearance
2.2.1 JF-2418UV Front View
I. Touch screen
control panel
D. Alignment
ruler
G. Bulk Ink
supply system
E. Front door
H. Emergency
stop button
L. Print head set
M. Front lid
(Front hood)
J. Waste ink
bottle
C. LED lamp
A. Maintenance
F. Printing area
N. Toolbox
B. Barometer
K. Temperature
controller

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2.2.2 JF-2418UV Rear view
2.2.3 JF-2418UV Parts Description
Parts Name
Description
A. Maintenance
Maintain print head cleanness
B. Barometer
Ink pressure adjustment and display.
P. Fuse
S. Ethernet
R. USB
Q. Power socket
O. Rear door
U Side cover
T. Power switch
V. Hot water heating system

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C. LED Lamp
LED Lamp for curing after printing
D. Alignment Rulers
Media can be aligned with the guide line marks
E. Front Door
Keep closed. Unless in necessary to open it up for loading the
material.
F. Printing Area
The area where JF-2418UV conducts the inkjet printing.
G. Bulk Ink supply
system
Where the bulk ink bottle are installed
H. Emergency Stop
Button
Stop the machine under emergent condition.
I. Touch Screen
Control Panel
Set and display JF-2418UV printing settings.
J. Waste Ink Bottle
Waste ink area. When waste ink is full, please take down the
waste ink bottle and dispose it.
(Please follow the local regulations to dispose the waste ink to
prevent contaminating the environment)
K. Temperature
Controller
Temperature controller of water circulation system.
L. Print Head Set
Printing graphic image
M.Front Lid
Keep closed to prevent eyes from being damaged by LED UV light.
N. Toolbox
Store commonly used tools.
O. Rear Door
Keep closed. Unless in necessary to open it up for loading the
material.
P. Fuse
3 Amp fuse to protect the circuits.
Q. Power Socket
Hold the AC power cord.
R. USB
USB connection.
S. Ethernet
Provide network connection between JC-241UV and computer.
T. Power Switch
Switch on / off the power supply
U. Side Cover
The side cover of JF-2418UV
V. Hot water heating
system
Hot water heating system for print head heating

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Chapter 3 Installation Procedure
3.1 Machine Setup
3.1.1 Turn On The Power
Step 1 Please check the ink chip is inserted properly into the corresponding slot.
Step 2 Fill each color of ink bottle with corresponding color of ink. It is suggested to horizontally
shake the White ink 15 times before filling in the bottle or stir the White ink manually before
printing.
Step 3 Plug in the power plug and connect to the internet, then turn on the machine.
Note: Please wait for 5 seconds to turn on/turn off the power if you need to restart the machine.

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3.1.2 Set Ink Flow To Printer Heads
Step 1 Remove the thumbscrew and open the left cover.
Step 2 Open the ink valve.
Ink valve is opened Ink valve is closed
Step 3 1. Entre FLATBED mode.
2. Select MENU
3. Select MAINTENANCE
4. Select INK INSTALL/DRAIN
5. Select INK INSTALL FLOW

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Step 4 Ink install flow:
1.Empty waste ink bottle.
2.Open the ink valves of print Head.
ENTER CANCEL
Start Ink Install Procedure?
ENTER CANCEL
Open the ink valves of ink bottle as
shown
ENTER CANCEL
Insert the chips of each color. Do not
insert the chip of flush solution
ENTER CANCEL
Make sure the chips of each color are inserted
properly and the chip of flush solution is removed
ENTER CANCEL
Seal the bottle caps
ENTER CANCEL
Check ink level…
(YMCK) low ink level
Fill (YMCK) ) into ink bottles
ENTER
Ink pumping
ENTER CANCEL
The process is complete
ENTER
adequate ink inadequate ink
Step 6 Close up the left cover and fix it with thumbscrews.

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3.2 Software Setup
3.2.1 Softkey Installation Instructions
Insert the DVD and run the installation and follow the instructions. Disable your antivirus software
before installing FlexiPRINT GCC Edition.
When the Install Manager dialog comes up, enter your password here:
1. Select "Open In Web Browser Now."