Microplex SOLID F40 User manual

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SOLID F40
Operator’s Manual
Edition 1.1

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Table of Contents 3
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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 16
3. Handling of Consumables 18
3.1. Loading Paper 18
3.2. Replacing the Toner Cartridge 24
3.3. Replacing the Waste Toner Bottle 28
4. Operation and Menu Structure 31
4.1. Attaching the Printer to a Network/Computer 31
4.2. Printer Power on 31
4.3. Control Panel View 32
4.4. Function of the Control Panel Elements 33
4.5. Configuration via the Control Panel 36
4.6. Menu Structure 38
4.7. Syntax of Diagrams 42

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5. Panel Functions 43
5.1. Printing the Status Sheet 43
5.2. Printing the Font List 45
5.3. Choosing Print Resolution 46
5.4. Hexdump Mode Activation 48
5.5. Normal Print Mode Activation (incl. FORM FEED) 49
5.6. Clearing the Input Buffer (Cancel Job) 50
5.7. Printing the Menu Page 51
5.8. Generating Test Prints (Sliding Pattern) 52
5.9. Page Length Adjustment 54
5.10. Selecting the Number of Printpages per Page Format (Two-Up Mode) 56
5.11. Paper Width Adjusting (Format Width) 58
5.12. Print Direction Selection 59
5.13. Data Interface Configuration 60
5.14. Emulation Selection 61
5.15. Display Language Selection 63
5.16. Transparent Code Adjustment 64
5.17. Selection of Memory Distribution (Input Buffer) 65
5.18. Setting to Factory Default 66
5.19. Font Selection 67
5.20. Text Orientation Selection 70
5.21. Symbol Code Selection 71
5.22. Configuration of Text Margins 72
5.23. Image Shifting to the X-Direction 73
5.24. Image Shifting to the Y-Direction 75
5.25. Lines per Inch Setting (Line Spacing) 77
5.26. Number of Characters per Inch Setting (Character Spacing) 78
5.27. Print Density Setting 79
5.28. Configuration of Network Parameters (IP Address, e.g.) 80

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6. Printer Cleaning 83
6.1. Cleaning the Elements behind the Front Cover 84
6.2. Cleaning the Transport Unit 87
6.3. Cleaning the Paper Feed Unit 90
6.4. Cleaning the Paper Near End Sensor 91
6.5. Cleaning the Power Stacker 92
7. Operator Maintenance 93
7.1. Charger Cleaning 93
7.1.1. Main Charger Cleaning 94
7.1.2. Pre-Charger Cleaning 97
7.1.3. Transfer-/Separator Charger Cleaning 99
7.2. Developer Unit Cleaning 101
7.3. Developer Unit Refurbish, Developer Powder Exchange 106
7.4. Main Charger Replacing 113
7.5. Pre-Charger Replacing 114
7.6. Transfer-/Separator Charger Replacing 115
7.7. Photoreceptor Drum Exchange 117
8. Troubleshooting 127
8.1. Reduced Print Quality 128
8.2. Error Messages 129
8.2.1. Error Codes 131
8.3. Paper Jam 133
8.3.1. Paper Jam inside the Tractor 133
8.3.2. Paper Jam inside the Print System 134
8.3.3. Paper Jam within the Power Stacker 139
8.4. Print Repetition after an Error 140

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9. Measures for Transport and Shipping (Repacking) 141
10. Specifications 143
11. Index 147

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1. Introduction
1.1. General Description
The print system SOLID F40 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 40 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 F40 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 F40 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 F40
2. CD containing:
•Operator’s Manual SOLID F40
•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
800 800
1000 1000
500
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Front cover
SOLID F40
850
Space required for maintenance service
Space required for usual printer operation
Space required when
front cover is open
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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. 3.7 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 3x16. The corresponding CEE socket has to
be provided with a ≥16A 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 F40:
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
Front cover
Lower
front cover Paper near end
sensor
Tractor
Control panel
Power switch

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Interfaces (Detail View):
Printer interior view:
Centronics
USB
Ethernet
Front cove
r
Fuser unit
Drum plate
Toner
cartridge
Developer unit
Main charger
Waste toner
recovery unit
Transport unit
Cleaning unit

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3. Handling of Consumables
3.1. Loading Paper
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The printer processes continuous paper in lengths from 7 to 24
inches and width from 6.5 to 16 inches (including the
perforated margins, 14.6 inches printable).
You can check the printer configuration (inclusive the settings
regarding paper length etc.) by printing a status sheet (see
section 5.1).
If a large quantity of paper with a paper width smaller than
16 inch has been processed, the printer has to be cleaned first
before you start to process paper with a larger paper width.
See chapter 6 Printer Cleaning (especially section 6.2
Cleaning the Transport Unit) and chapter 7 Operator
Maintenance (especially section 7.1 Charger Cleaning).
1. Turn the printer OFF LINE.
2. Make sure the left tractor is in the left position.
Left tractor Control panel
Guide with
paper sensor

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3. Place the box containing the fanfold paper below the tractor
unit as shown below.
4. Pass the fanfold paper through the sensor guide (Paper
Near End Sensor PNES).
Mark for the left
paper margin
Folded edge of
the paper
Guide with
paper sensor

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To avoid paper jams the first folded edge of the fanfold paper
(Perforation) has to point away from the printer. (If need be,
please tear off the first page of your fanfold paper to allow the
alignment shown in the figure above.)
In addition do not stretch the paper excessively and do not
allow any slack to avoid incorrect filing.
By this you can secure that the paper will be positioned right in
the stacker.
5. Please unlock the right tractor. For that you have to turn the
lever (tractor lock lever) of the right tractor
into the vertical position.
6. Open the two tractor cover plates by turning them into the
upright position.
Lock lever
of the right
tractor
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