Microplex SOLID 60E-2 User manual

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SOLID 60E-2
Operator’s Manual
Edition 2.1M
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reserves the right to alter technical or other specifications with no prior notice. Deviations in the
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Table of Contents
Chapter Page
1. Introduction 7
1.1. General Description 7
1.2. Conventions 9
1.3. CE –Conformity 10
1.4. General Safety Instructions 11
2. Installation 13
2.1. Check List 13
2.2. Printer Installation 14
2.3. Printer Components 17
3. Handling of Consumables 21
3.1. Loading Paper 21
3.2. Replacing the Toner Cartridge 27
3.3. Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle 31
4. Operation and Menu Structure 35
4.1. Attaching the Printer to a Network/Computer 35
4.2. Printer Power on 35
4.3. Control Panel View 36
4.4. Function of the Control Panel Elements 37
4.5. Configuration via the Control Panel 40
4.6. Menu Structure 42
4.7. Syntax of Diagrams 46
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5. Panel Functions 47
5.1. Printing the Status Sheet 47
5.2. Printing the Font List 49
5.3. Choosing Print Resolution 50
5.4. Hexdump Mode Activation 52
5.5. Normal Print Mode Activation (incl. FORM FEED) 53
5.6. Clearing the Input Buffer (Cancel Job) 54
5.7. Printing the Menu Page 55
5.8. Generating Test Prints (Sliding Pattern) 56
5.9. Page Length Adjustment 58
5.10. Selecting the Number of Printpages per Page Format (Two-Up Mode) 60
5.11. Paper Width Adjusting (Format Width) 62
5.12. Print Direction Selection 63
5.13. Data Interface Configuration 64
5.14. Emulation Selection 65
5.15. Display Language Selection 67
5.16. Transparent Code Adjustment 68
5.17. Selection of Memory Distribution (Input Buffer) 69
5.18. Setting to Factory Default 70
5.19. Font Selection 71
5.20. Text Orientation Selection 74
5.21. Symbol Code Selection 75
5.22. Configuration of Text Margins 76
5.23. Image Shifting to the X-Direction 77
5.24. Image Shifting to the Y-Direction 79
5.25. Lines per Inch Setting (Line Spacing) 81
5.26. Number of Characters per Inch Setting (Character Spacing) 82
5.27. Print Density Setting 83
5.28. Configuration of Network Parameters (IP Address, e.g.) 84
6. Printer Cleaning 87
6.1. Cleaning the Elements behind the Front Cover 88
6.2. Cleaning the Transport Unit 91
6.3. Cleaning the Paper Feed Unit 94
6.4. Cleaning the Paper Near End Sensor 95
6.5. Cleaning the Power Stacker 96
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7. Operator Maintenance 97
7.1. Charger Cleaning 97
7.1.1. Main Charger Cleaning 98
7.1.2. Pre-Charger Cleaning 101
7.1.3. Transfer-/Separator Charger Cleaning 103
7.2. Developer Unit Cleaning 105
7.3. Developer Unit Refurbish, Developer Powder Exchange 110
7.4. Main Charger Replacing 117
7.5. Pre-Charger Replacing 118
7.6. Transfer-/Separator Charger Replacing 119
7.7. Photoreceptor Drum Exchange 121
8. Troubleshooting 131
8.1. Reduced Print Quality 132
8.2. Error Messages 133
8.2.1. Error Codes 135
8.3. Paper Jam 137
8.3.1. Paper Jam inside the Tractor 137
8.3.2. Paper Jam inside the Print System 138
8.3.3. Paper Jam within the Power Stacker 143
8.4. Print Repetition after an Error 144
9. Measures for Transport and Shipping (Repacking) 145
10. Specifications 147
11. Index 151
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1. Introduction
1.1. General Description
The print system SOLID 60E-2 works on an electrophotographical
base employing an LED array as exposure unit. The maximum
resolution of 600 dots per inch is corresponding to about 24 pixels
per mm.
The print speed is up to 60 A4 pages (landscape) per minute.
Exclusively continuous media with sprocket holes can be used for the
tractor guiding. The maximum material width is 16 inches, the
printable width is 14.6 inches. A stacker is included in the standard
device.
The non-contact Xenon flash fusing system in combination with the
straight paper flow enables you to use the most different paper types
and label materials with a weight from 60 to 204 g/m². Even
demanding media like plastic, PVC etc. can be used.
Consequently there is a multitude of scopes for this print system. It is
suitable for high-speed printing with excellent print quality using
different types of materials.
The high functionality of the MICROPLEX controller specially qualifies
the SOLID 60E-2 also for form printing.
The printer is capable of using most of the page description
languages used in the industrial field and also the business standards
known in connection with laser printers can be used.
The capabilities featured include the MICROPLEX page description
language IDOL. Using this language, complex tasks such as the
creation of forms can be carried out by simple software commands
(see separate IDOL manual).
Data can be sent from almost any software platform, because printer
drivers are already available for this.
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The MICROPLEX printer controller has its integrated website, this allows
a printer configuration via Ethernet. See Networking Features of
MICROPLEX Printers for more information.
Consequently there is a multitude of scopes for this print system. It is
suitable for high-speed printing with excellent print quality using different
types of materials.
Printing Basics
The MICROPLEX printer controller enables the connection of this print
system to EDP systems whereby several interfaces, emulations and fonts
are available.
The digital information (e.g. a text file) is transferred from the computer
into the printer memory. The printer’s electronic component (the
controller) combined with the page description language, defines the
letters, numbers, graphics, etc. into bit patterns and posts them into the
controller’s frame store.
In this way, a “pattern“ of the future print page (generated by dots) is
created.
The electronically controlled LED (Light Emitting Diode Array) plots the
dot pattern in rows onto the light-sensitive surface of a rotating pre-
charged drum. Toner is caused to adhere to the electrostatic latent
image formed on the drum surface. This image consisting of toner
particles is electrically transferred onto the paper, that is guided past the
drum.
When transported further, the toner particles, which are affected by the
Xenon flash fusing, are combined resistantly with the paper. The drum is
discharged and cleaned.
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1.2. Conventions
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ONLINE
blue colored text
[ Menu Level 1 ]
The following conventions should help you to find information
and to understand instructions more easily:
This symbol refers to a possible source of danger. Disregarding
the information identified by this symbol could result in injuries,
a reduction of printer functionality, or damage to the printer or
other objects.
This symbol indicates important hints and suggestions on using
the printer. Disregarding the hints might cause problems with
the printer or within the environments.
This symbol shows a control panel key. Such symbols will be
used in this manual whenever keys have to be pressed in order
to activate certain functions.
Link to another chapter or a different document. By clicking the
blue colored text you'll enter the concerning chapter or
document.
This symbol represents messages shown in the display (panel).
This symbol is used to show a shining LED (light emitting diode).
The SOLID 60E-2 printer panel is provided with several LEDs.
The real shape of the LEDs differs from the shape of this symbol
(compare figure in section 4.3).
This symbol will be used in this manual to show a non-shining
LED.
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1.3. CE –Conformity
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1.4. General Safety Instructions
This device produces, employs and possibly radiates high
frequency energy. Because of this, incorrect installation can disturb
radio communications.
This MICROPLEX product and its consumables are designed and
tested according to strict safety standards.
Heeding the following instructions ensures secure operation:
- Make sure that your electricity source is grounded adequately.
- Install the device on solid and level ground.
- Only trained staff is authorized to transport the equipment.
- Only use consumables which are specially developed for this
device.
- Unsuitable consumables may reduce printer output quality or cause
damages.
- No liquids should get on or into the device.
- Do not remove any cover or safety device fastened by screws.
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- Do not bridge a safety device.
- Do not push anything into the ventilation apertures.
- Never perform installations, cleanings or maintenance work that is
not described in this manual. Such work should only be done by
MICROPLEX authorized service personnel.
- To avoid damage, the devices must be switched off (i.e. cut off
from the power supply) before the user begins connecting the
interface line.
In case of emergency, in order to disconnect the printer from the
main power, please note the following:
- For connected printers with plugs, an easily accessible power-
outlet should be installed near the printer.
- For permanently connected printers, an easily accessible
emergency power-off switch should be installed close to the
printer.
- Please do not conceal any disconnect devices with the printer
or other objects.
- After switching off the device, wait at least 15 seconds before
restarting the printer.
- Please follow all the information and hints directly attached to
the device and/or described in this manual.
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2. Installation
2.1. Check List
First, place the printer and the accessories onto a level surface until
the definitive location is chosen.
Please make sure that all items are included and that there are no
defects. Immediately inform your supplier of any damage.
Open the cardboard box carefully and check the contents:
1. MICROPLEX Printer SOLID 60E-2
2. CD containing:
Operator’s Manual SOLID 60E-2
Print drivers
IDOL Programming Manual
3. Developer Unit
4. Developer (powder)
5. Toner
6. Photoreceptor Drum
7. Cleaning Unit
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The printer’s first installation has to be done by a trained service
engineer.
Please retain the original packing materials in case the printer
has to be transported in the future (see chapter 9 Measures for
Transport and Shipping (Repacking)).
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2.2. Printer Installation
Required space (plan view):
- The chosen location should be well ventilated.
- Damaging environmental factors such as metal vapors, oil mist,
corroding lixivium or the like must not come in contact with the
printer.
- Position the printer on solid and level ground.
- Do not expose the printer to shocks or vibrations.
- The printer should not be located near volatile or combustible
materials (e.g. a curtain).
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The printer’s first installation has to be done by a trained service
engineer.
1000
1000
800
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1000
1000
500
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Front cover
SOLID 60E-2
850
Space required for maintenance service
Space required for usual printer operation
Space required when
front cover is open
( Unit: mm )
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- Avoid locating the printer close to an air current ( e.g. ventilators).
- The printer should not be exposed to direct sunlight.
- Do not touch the drum surface because the material is easy to
damage.
- Do not expose the printer to abrupt temperature changes.
- In order to run the printer reliably, please maintain the following
environmental conditions:
Temperature: +15°C to +30°C (59°F to 86°F) operating
-10°C to +35°C (14°F to 95°F) non-operating
Relative humidity: 30% to 80% operating
10% to 80% non-operating
Power standards:
- Please connect the power plug to
230 V AC, 50 Hz (Europe, United Kingdom e.g.).
- The max. effective power input is appr. 4.5 kVA.
- The voltage support must not be impaired by interference.
- The printer is provided with a flexible 3x2.5 mm² connection cable
including a CEE plug 3x32. The corresponding CEE socket has to
be provided with a ≥20A fuse.
- If using an equivalent fixed connection ensure the grounding is
effected.
- Use the printer only within the allowable fluctuation range +10%
of the power voltage.
Conditional connection for the SOLID 60E-2:
The maximum permissible system impedance Zmax is appr. 0.02 Ohm.
The user of this device has to determine in consultation with the supply
authority, if necessary, that the equipment is connected only to a
supply of that impedance or less!
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To avoid damage, the devices must be switched off (i.e. cut off
from the power supply) before the user begins connecting the
interface line.
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2.3. Printer Components
External Views:
Interfaces
Control panel
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Interfaces (Detail View):
Centronics
USB
Ethernet
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Printer interior view:
Front cover
Drum plate
Toner
cartridge
Cleaning unit
Developer unit
Power supply
for flash lamp
Transport unit
Main charger
Waste toner
recovery unit
Fuser unit
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