Leibinger JET2 neo User manual

Manual
LEIBINGER JET2 neo
Release 1.07en

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1.1 Table of contents
1.1 Table of contents.......................................................................................1
1.2 Group directory .......................................................................................11
1.3 Publisher ................................................................................................12
1.4 Introduction ............................................................................................14
1.5 Document information ..............................................................................15
1.6 Guarantee...............................................................................................15
2. Safety.........................................................................................................16
2.1 Dangers..................................................................................................16
2.2 Safety instructions and recommendations....................................................16
2.3 Intended use ...........................................................................................18
2.4 Safety sticker..........................................................................................19
2.5 Operating staff ........................................................................................20
2.6 Dangers due to electric energy...................................................................20
2.7 Personal protective equipment ...................................................................20
2.8 Protective devices and safety concept ........................................................20
2.9 Safety measures at the place of installation .................................................21
2.10 Dangers through consumables .................................................................22
2.11 Conformity............................................................................................23
3. Accident prevention ......................................................................................24
3.1 Storage and handling (normal use)..............................................................24
3.2 First aid measures....................................................................................25
3.3 Fire fighting measures ..............................................................................25
3.4 Measures in the event of accidental release (spillage) ....................................26
4. Technical data..............................................................................................27
4.1 Housings, dimensions, weights ..................................................................27
4.2 Electrical connection values.......................................................................28
4.3 Ambient conditions ..................................................................................28
4.4 Interfaces, Inputs, Outputs........................................................................28
4.5 Performance parameter.............................................................................29
4.6 Fonts .....................................................................................................29
4.7 Types of writing ......................................................................................29
4.8 Font combinations ...................................................................................29
4.9 Function .................................................................................................30
4.10 Software ..............................................................................................30

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5. Transport/Start up ........................................................................................31
5.1 Transport, storage, shipping ......................................................................31
5.2 Mounting................................................................................................31
5.3 Installation..............................................................................................33
5.3.1 Mains supply ...................................................................................33
5.3.2 Grounding (Potential equalization) .......................................................33
5.3.3 Explosion protection..........................................................................35
5.3.4 Print head........................................................................................35
5.4 Starting..................................................................................................37
5.4.1 Remove transportation safety devices..................................................37
5.4.2 Fill reservoir tank..............................................................................39
5.4.3 Carry out fill up routine .....................................................................41
5.5 Interfaces ...............................................................................................44
5.5.1 Interface X1 (Encoder) ......................................................................45
5.5.1.1 Description and configuration .......................................................45
5.5.1.2 Mechanical installation ................................................................46
5.5.2 Interface X5 (PrintGo) .......................................................................46
5.5.3 Interface X3 (Outputs) ......................................................................48
5.5.4 Interface X4 (Inputs) .........................................................................49
5.5.5 USB-Connection ...............................................................................50
6. Operation .................................................................................................... 51
6.1 Construction/Structure of the device...........................................................51
6.2 Functional principle ..................................................................................52
6.2.1 Method of working ...........................................................................52
6.2.2 Drop creation...................................................................................52
6.2.3 Drop charging ..................................................................................53
6.2.4 Drop deflection ................................................................................53
6.2.5 Creation of a character......................................................................53
6.2.6 Summary of the individual procedures .................................................54
6.2.7 Example of use ................................................................................55
6.3 Safety instructions ...................................................................................55
6.4 Essential operating- and information elements ..............................................56
6.4.1 Number blocks .................................................................................62
6.4.2 Keyboard fields ................................................................................63
6.5 Basic operating processes .........................................................................64

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6.5.1 General ...........................................................................................64
6.5.2 Initialization of the device ..................................................................64
6.5.3 Switch on device..............................................................................65
6.5.3.1 Switching on without password protection .....................................65
6.5.3.2 Switching on with password protection .........................................66
6.5.4 Reset product counter.......................................................................68
6.5.5 Change product counter ....................................................................70
6.5.6 Product counter – pre-defined print stop ..............................................71
6.5.7 Switch off device .............................................................................72
6.6 Menu layout............................................................................................73
6.7 Other settings and functions......................................................................77
6.7.1 Carry out Hardware Reset..................................................................77
6.7.2 Interval operation (integrated clock timer).............................................78
7. Data entry/Programming ................................................................................79
7.1 General ..................................................................................................79
7.2 Main menu..............................................................................................79
7.2.1 Functional area Job ..........................................................................80
7.2.1.1 Create a new job ........................................................................80
7.2.1.2 Edit current job ..........................................................................81
7.2.1.3 Open job to edit .........................................................................81
7.2.1.4 Create a new job list ...................................................................84
7.2.1.6 Reset all job counters ..................................................................89
7.2.1.7 Save counter states ....................................................................91
7.2.2 Functional area Extra ........................................................................92
7.2.2.1 Graphic editor ............................................................................92
7.2.2.1.1 Organization tools..................................................................95
7.2.2.1.2 Drawing tools .......................................................................96
7.2.2.1.3 Edit tools .............................................................................97
7.2.2.1.4 Display tools.........................................................................97
7.2.2.1.5 Load an existing graphic .........................................................98
7.2.2.1.6 Save graphic.........................................................................99
7.2.2.1.7 Create and process graphic elements......................................101
7.2.2.1.8 Set editor size.....................................................................104
7.2.2.2 Explorer ..................................................................................105
7.2.2.2.1 Start explorer......................................................................105

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7.2.2.2.2 Menu structure ...................................................................106
7.2.2.2.3 Explorer tools......................................................................107
7.2.2.2.4 Delete jobs .........................................................................108
7.2.2.3 Login/Logout............................................................................109
7.2.2.3.1 Login user and carry out user change .....................................109
7.2.2.3.2 Logout user ........................................................................110
7.2.2.4 Product counter........................................................................112
7.2.2.4.1 Product counter settings.......................................................113
7.2.2.4.2 Stop after x products (Pre-defined print stop)...........................115
7.2.2.5 Macro generator .......................................................................117
7.2.2.6 Delete ExternText.....................................................................117
7.2.2.7 Direct printstart........................................................................119
7.2.3 Functional area Settings ..................................................................120
7.2.3.1 Basic settings ..........................................................................121
7.2.3.1.1 Language and units..............................................................122
7.2.3.1.2 Date and time .....................................................................124
7.2.3.1.3 Interval operation (Set interval time) .........................................126
7.2.3.1.4 Interfaces (Encoder interface) ..................................................127
7.2.3.1.5 IP-Address ............................................................................129
7.2.3.1.6 Factory Settings ....................................................................131
7.2.3.2 Interface settings......................................................................132
7.2.3.2.1 Set connection type and port ................................................133
7.2.3.3 Hydraulic settings.....................................................................134
7.2.3.3.1 Pressure (System pressure) ...................................................135
7.2.3.3.2 Suction pump .....................................................................135
7.2.3.3.3 Viscosity meter correction value ............................................135
7.2.3.3.4 Fall time.............................................................................136
7.2.3.3.5 Oscillator voltage.................................................................136
7.2.3.3.6 Set oscillator frequency........................................................136
7.2.3.3.7 Select ink no. and display of the solvent no. ............................137
7.2.3.3.8 Set nozzle diameter .............................................................137
7.2.3.4 Password settings and user authorizations....................................138
7.2.3.4.1 Menu password settings.......................................................138
7.2.3.4.2 Selection of user level ..........................................................140
7.2.3.4.3 Definition of password .........................................................140

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7.2.3.4.4 Definition of user rights ........................................................142
7.2.3.4.5 Lost password ....................................................................142
7.2.3.5 Password protection (Password query).........................................142
7.2.3.6 I/O-settings..............................................................................144
7.2.3.6.1 Inputs................................................................................145
7.2.3.6.2 Outputs .............................................................................146
7.2.4 Functional area Service ...................................................................147
7.2.4.1 Info ........................................................................................148
7.2.4.1.1 Save info file ......................................................................149
7.2.4.2 I/O Test (Signaltest) ..................................................................150
7.2.4.3 Data logging (Log File)...............................................................151
7.2.4.3.1 Call up and save log file........................................................152
7.2.4.4 Hydraulic-/Printhead- and special functions ...................................153
7.2.4.4.1 Hydraulic functions..............................................................155
7.2.4.4.2 Special functions.................................................................157
7.2.4.4.3 Printhead functions..............................................................161
7.2.4.5 Touch-calibration......................................................................166
7.2.4.6 Test print ................................................................................167
7.2.4.7 Service interval ........................................................................169
7.3 Edit current job (Direct selection).............................................................. 170
7.4 Load job to print (Direct selection) ............................................................ 171
8. Job editor.................................................................................................. 173
8.1 Structure .............................................................................................. 173
8.2 Job editor tools ..................................................................................... 176
8.2.1 Creation tools ................................................................................176
8.2.2 Edit tools.......................................................................................177
8.3 Parameter setting tools ........................................................................... 178
8.4 Object settings ...................................................................................... 180
8.4.1 Font selection ................................................................................181
8.4.2 Contrast value ...............................................................................182
8.4.3 Position settings.............................................................................183
8.4.4 Bold level (Bold text).......................................................................183
8.4.5 ICG-value ......................................................................................184
8.4.6 Orientation ....................................................................................184
8.4.7 Display settings..............................................................................185

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8.4.8 Prompt field...................................................................................186
8.5 Parameter settings ................................................................................. 191
8.5.1 Printstyle position and Printstyle (values)............................................191
8.5.1.1 Print height..............................................................................192
8.5.1.2 Font width (Stroke distance) ......................................................192
8.5.1.3 Orientation ..............................................................................193
8.5.1.4 Printing mode...........................................................................194
8.5.2 PrintGo-Parameter ..........................................................................196
8.5.2.1 Functional area PrintGo 1...........................................................196
8.5.2.1.1 PrintGo-delay ......................................................................197
8.5.2.1.2 PrintGo-distance..................................................................197
8.5.2.1.3 PrintGo-repetitions...............................................................198
8.5.2.1.4 PrintGo-holdoff distance .......................................................199
8.5.2.1.5 Drop flighttime....................................................................200
8.5.2.2 Functional area PrintGo 2...........................................................200
8.5.2.2.1 PrintGo-source ....................................................................201
8.5.2.2.2 PrintGo-Gate.......................................................................202
8.5.2.2.3 Monitoring functions ............................................................203
8.5.2.2.4 Printstop settings ................................................................204
8.5.3 Encoder parameter..........................................................................205
8.5.3.1 Encoder source ........................................................................206
8.5.3.2 Internal speed ..........................................................................207
8.5.3.3 Rotating direction .....................................................................207
8.5.3.4 Resolution ...............................................................................207
8.5.3.5 Return stop..............................................................................208
8.5.4 Date changing parameter .................................................................209
8.6 Printing elements ................................................................................... 210
8.6.1 Barcode ........................................................................................210
8.6.1.1 Barcode informations ................................................................210
8.6.1.2 Barcode selection and insertions .................................................212
8.6.1.2.1 Barcode type ......................................................................213
8.6.1.2.2 Content .............................................................................213
8.6.1.2.3 Textposition .......................................................................213
8.6.1.2.4 Barcode format ...................................................................214
8.6.1.2.5 Pasting of ….......................................................................214

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8.6.1.3 Barcode parameter....................................................................215
8.6.1.3.1 Bar and gaps (space)............................................................216
8.6.1.3.2 Character space (ICG) ..........................................................216
8.6.1.3.3 Bar height ..........................................................................216
8.6.1.3.4 Styles (Selection of the barcode styles)...................................216
8.6.1.3.5 Default settings of styles (Changing of the barcode style sett.)...216
8.6.1.4 Integration of printing elements into barcodes ...............................217
8.6.1.5 Replacements in barcodes..........................................................217
8.6.2 Date/time and expiry time................................................................218
8.6.2.1 Insert date- and time specifications .............................................218
8.6.2.2 Carry out replacements .............................................................222
8.6.3 Counter ........................................................................................222
8.6.3.1 Functional area Counter parameter 1 ...........................................223
8.6.3.1.1 Number of digits (Counter digits) ...........................................223
8.6.3.1.2 Step width .........................................................................224
8.6.3.1.3 Repetitions .........................................................................224
8.6.3.1.4 Leading zeros (left-hand zeros) ..............................................224
8.6.3.1.5 Counting direction ...............................................................224
8.6.3.1.6 Counter increment (methods) ................................................225
8.6.3.2 Functional area Counter parameter 2 ...........................................226
8.6.3.2.1 Start value .........................................................................226
8.6.3.2.2 Initialization value ................................................................227
8.6.3.2.3 End value ...........................................................................227
8.3.3.2.4 End value control.................................................................228
8.6.3.2.5 Counter reset (methods) .......................................................228
8.6.3.3 Carry out Replacements.............................................................228
8.6.4 Shift code .....................................................................................229
8.6.4.1 Construction of the functional area Shift code..................................229
8.6.4.2 Compile shift times and integrate shift codes ...................................230
8.6.4.3 Remove shift times ......................................................................232
8.6.5 Text .............................................................................................233
8.6.6 Extern text ....................................................................................233
8.7 Replacements........................................................................................ 247
8.7.1 Carry out replacements ...................................................................248
8.8 Job (editor) management ........................................................................ 250

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8.8.1 Save job/Save job as.......................................................................250
8.8.2 Close job editor..............................................................................252
9. Malfunctioning/Trouble shooting ................................................................... 253
9.1 General ................................................................................................ 253
9.2 Display of device messages..................................................................... 253
9.3 Error messages...................................................................................... 254
10. Equipping/Maintenance .............................................................................. 256
10.1 Equipping............................................................................................ 256
10.1.1 Re-filling process and TAG-reader....................................................256
10.1.1.1 General .................................................................................256
10.1.1.2 TAG-reader............................................................................257
10.1.1.3 Execution of the TAG-activation and refilling...............................257
10.2 Service/Maintenance ............................................................................ 264
10.2.1 Daily servicing work......................................................................264
10.2.2 Weekly servicing work ..................................................................265
10.2.3 Annual servicing work ...................................................................265
10.2.4 Other servicing work.....................................................................266
10.2.4.1 Replacement of the battery ......................................................266
10.2.4.2 Adjusting the ink jet ................................................................267
10.3 Cleaning ............................................................................................. 268
10.3.1 Cleaning the print head..................................................................268
11. Taking out of operation/Dismantling............................................................. 269
11.1 Taking out of operation......................................................................... 269
11.2 Dismantling/Disposal ............................................................................ 269
12. Appendix ................................................................................................. 270
12.1 Circuit diagrams of the interfaces ........................................................... 270
12.2 Connection examples of the interfaces .................................................... 272
12.2.1 Interface X3 (Outputs)...................................................................272
12.2.2 Interface X4 (Inputs) .....................................................................273
12.2.2.1 Increment Counter Signal (PIN 2) ..............................................273
12.2.3.2 Reset Counter Signal...............................................................273
12.2.2.3 Jobselect Input.......................................................................274
12.2.2.4 Inputs ...................................................................................275
12.2.4.5 ON Input ...............................................................................275
12.3 Drawings ............................................................................................ 276

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12.3.1 Print head....................................................................................276
12.3.2 Cabinet JET2 neo .........................................................................277
List of keywords/Index .................................................................................... 278
List of illustrations .......................................................................................... 285

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1.2 Group directory
The group directory serves as a guide through the device manual at hand to be able to
find specific subject areas quickly.
Group
Directory
Page
1 Overview ................................................................
...................1
Table of contents................................................................
.......1
Group directory ........................................................................
11
Publisher .................................................................................
12
Introduction .............................................................................
14
2 Safety .....................................................................................
16
3 Accident prevention...................................................................
24
4 Technical data ..........................................................................
27
5 Transport/start up .....................................................................
31
6 Operation.................................................................................
51
Construction/Structure...............................................................
51
Functional principle ...................................................................
52
7 Data entry................................................................................
79
8 Job editor ..............................................................................
173
9 Disturbances/Trouble shooting ..................................................
253
10 Equipping/Maintenance ............................................................
256
11 Taking out of operation/Dismantling ...........................................
269
12 Appendix ...............................................................................
270
Circuit diagrams of the interfaces ..............................................
270
Connection examples of the interfaces .......................................
271
Drawings...............................................................................
275
List of illustrations...................................................................
285

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1.3 Publisher
For questions regarding the operation and running of the LEIBINGER JET2 neo as well as
in service case please contact the listed dealer address.
Dealer address
Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG
Marking & Coding Systems
Daimlerstraße 14
D-78532 Tuttlingen
Federal Republic of Germany
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]
Service hotline phone [phone]
Service hotline fax [phone]
Service hotline e-mail: [e-mail]
American Branch Office
Paul Leibinger
Numbering Machine LTD
2702-B Buell Drive
East Troy, WI 53120 USA
Phone [phone]
Fax [phone]
email: [e-mail]

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We reserve all rights, in particular the right to translate, distribute and reproduce. No
part of this manual must be reproduced or distributed and stored through the use of
electronic data processing systems or made accessible to third parties in any form
(redrawn, photocopied, microfilmed or through any other process) without the written
consent of the publisher.
We reserve the right to make alterations to the scope of delivery at any time in the form
of technology, hardware, software as well as the corresponding materials (and manual
extracts) as a result of innovative further development of our devices.
Texts, illustrations and technical drawings have been compiled with the greatest of
care. Nevertheless errors cannot be excluded. Consequently no guarantee can be
assumed for the correctness of the content of this manual and no claims can be
asserted against Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG.
We shall be grateful for information regarding possible printing errors as well as for
suggestions for the further optimisation of the device manual.
Authoritative for the scope of delivery is not the manual but rather the written order
confirmation.
© Copyright 2017 Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co.KG

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1.4 Introduction
We are pleased that you have decided in favour of a LEIBINGER JET2 neo device and
welcome you as one of our customers.
You now own a LEIBINGER JET2 neo device that has been developed and constructed
on the basis of many years of experience and using the latest Leibinger technology. This
results in a high degree of quality and the renowned Leibinger reliability.
This manual shows you the fundamental advantages of the Leibinger Jet system
manufactured by us, such as for example the fully automatic working, low maintenance
etc..
The manual must be read thoroughly prior to first start up in order to
ensure that no damage to the device and/or endangering of the
operating personnel results from a defective electrical connection
and/or from incorrect operation.
Please pay particular attention to the safety instructions of the groups
Safety instructions
and accident prevention
when handling
consumables (ink and solvent).
Our devices are subjected to a quality control in our plant prior to delivery. If despite
this the device or parts of it should be damaged or their function disturbed please advise
us of this as fast as possible.
It is only through the use of inks and solvents from Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG that
optimum operating characteristics can be achieved. Should other inks and solvents be
used all guarantee claims will expire.
Product liability!
No alterations whatsoever must be carried out on the entire LEIBINGER
JET2 neo
device. No liability will be accepted for damage or dangers
resulting from inadmissible alterations.
Caution
– danger of explosion!
The device should be only operated outside of explosive areas!
The installation has to be carried out according to the
installation
instructions of the manufacturer!

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1.5 Document information
The instruction Release R1.07en of 01.04.2017 is valid for LEIBINGER JET2 neo
machine with the given below serial number.
Seriennummer einkleben
Stick in serial number
1.6 Guarantee
The guarantee conditions for the LEIBINGER JET2 neo can be seen from the order
confirmation. The warranty presupposes that the device or the installation is operated
correctly in accordance with the available guarantee manual and any possible additional
manuals and descriptions prepared by us.
At this point we wish to make explicit reference to the fact that it is only when using
solvent and ink from Paul Leibinger GmbH & Co. KG that the optimum operating
characteristics can be achieved. In the event of use of other inks and solvents all
guarantee entitlements shall cease to apply.

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2. Safety
2.1 Dangers
The high performance printer LEIBINGER JET2 neo has been built in accordance with
state-of-the-art standards and recognized safety requirements and has been equipped
with protective devices.
Operational and safety checks of the installation were carried out before it left the
factory. In case of improper handling or misuse, however, there are dangers for
 the health of the operating staff
 the high performance printer JET2 neo and other real assets of the plant operator
 the efficient operation of the high performance printer
All persons entrusted with the putting into service, the operation, the maintenance and
the overhauling of the high performance printer must
 have the necessary qualification and
 strictly comply with this operating manual.
YOUR safety matters!
2.2 Safety instructions and recommendations
This operating manual use the following SYMBOLS with DANGER WARNINGS:
Indicates impending electrical danger
!
Failure to observe this instruction can lead to
serious
injuries or to
death
!
Indicates a dangerous situation through pressurised media!
Failure to observe this instruction can cause injuries!
Indicates a
dangerous situation!
Failure to observe this instruction can lead to material damage or to
injuries
!

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Indicates a dangerous situation
!
Failure to observe this instruction can cause
serious hand injuries!
Indicates a dangerous situation through
flammable materials!
Failure to observe this instruction can lead to material damage, to
serious
burns or to death!
Describes a dangerous situation by an explosive
atmosphere and/or by an electrostatic discharge!
The non
-observance of this advice ca
n cause
explosions and therefore damages to property, serious
burnings or
serious damages to person!
Indicates a dangerous situation through irritating
materials!
Failure to observe this instruction can lead to poisoning
and to irritation of the eyes, the skin as well as of the
respiratory organs
!
Indicates the necessity of personal protective clothing!
Sufficient protective equipment must be worn. Failure
to observe this instruction can lead to injury
!
Indicates the necessity of observing the device manual and other
instructions!
Failure to observe this instruction can lead to material damage, the loss
of guarantee and to injury
!
Indicates service activities!
This work may only be carried out by trained personnel or Leibinger-
service
technicians!

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Indicates important user information
for safe and effective working
.
Indicates recommendations for use
and other useful pieces of information
.
2.3 Intended use
The high performance printer JET2 neo serves exclusively the contact-free marking,
inscribing and coding of surfaces using the continuous ink jet process.
The high performance printer can be used on the most varying materials (e.g. metal,
synthetic material, glass, paper, wood, pressed materials, rubber etc.) with both,
smooth as well as uneven, rough and stepped surfaces.
Only non pigmented inks can be processed!
The intended use of this device also includes the observance of all
instructions in this manual.
Using the installation for other purposes is considered contrary to its
intended use!
For safety reasons conversions and alterations are only admissible
following consultation with the manufacturer. Repairs to the device must
only be carried out with original replacement parts. The manufacturer
shall not be liable for damage resulting from use for other than the
intended purpose or misuse.
Caution
– Danger of explosion!

The device should be only operated outside of explosive areas!

The installation has to be carried out according to the installation
instructions of the manufacturer!
Caution
– Danger of explosion!
Precautions regarding electrostatics have to be carried out!