MUTOH Osprey 75 User manual

User’s Guide
Europe / Africa / Middle East only
Osprey 75/102/130

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COPYRIGHT NOTICE
COPYRIGHT ©2007 Mutoh Europe N.V. All rights reserved.
This document may not be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, without written permission of the
copyright owner.
This document is furnished to support the Mutoh Osprey Inkjet printer series. In consideration of the
furnishing of the information contained in this document, the party to whom it is given assumes its custody
and control and agrees to the following:
The information here in contained is given in confidence, and any part there of shall not be copied or
reproduced without written consent of Mutoh Europe N.V.
This document or the contents here under in no circumstances shall be used in the manufacture or
reproduction of the article shown and the delivery of this document shall not constitute any right or license to
do so.
November 2007
Published: Mutoh Europe N.V., Archimedesstraat 13, B-8400 Oostende, BELGIUM
WEEE regulations
Environmental information
Disposal of your old product
Your product is designed and manufactured with high quality materials and components, which
can be recycled and reused.
When this crossed-out wheeled bin symbol is attached to a product it means the product is
covered by the European Directive 2002/96/EC
Please inform yourself about the local separate collection system for electrical and electronic
products.
Please act according to your local rules and do not dispose of your old products with your normal
household waste. The correct disposal of your old product will help prevent potential negative
consequences for the environment and human health.

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Important Notice
This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the product is operated in a commercial environment.
This product generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in
accordance with the this manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this
product in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at own expense.
1. Radio interference
This product generates weak radio signals and may interfere with television reception and utilities. If the
product does interfere with radio or TV reception, try following:
¾Change the direction of your radio and TV reception antenna or feeder.
¾Change the direction of the product
¾Move either the product or the receiving antenna so there is more distance between them.
¾Be sure that the product and the receiving antenna are on separate power lines.
2. Trademarks mentioned in this manual.
¾MUTOH, Osprey 75/102/130 PJ-2646NXE, MH-RTL are registered trademarks or product names of
MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD.
¾Centronics and BiCentronics are registered trademarks or product names of Centronics Data
Computer Corporation.
¾Windows95, Windows98, Windows NT4.0, Windows2000, Windows XP, and MS-DOS are registered
trademarks or product names of Microsoft Corporation.
¾Other company and product names may be registered trademarks or product names.
Caution
•No part of this product or publication may be reproduced, copied, or transmitted in any form or
by any means, except for personal use, without the permission of MUTOH EUROPE N.V.
•The product and the contents of this publication may be changed without prior notification.
•MUTOH EUROPE N.V. has made the best efforts to keep this publication free from error, but if
you find any uncertainties or misprints, please call us, or the shop where you bought this
equipment.
•MUTOH EUROPE N.V. shall not be liable for any damages or troubles resulting from the use of
this equipment or this manual.

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Warranty Limitations
1. MUTOH EUROPE N.V. warrants part repair or replacement as a sole measure only if a failure is found in
the system or in the materials and workmanship of the product the seller produced.
However, if the cause of failure is uncertain, action is decided after due mutual consultation.
2. The warranty shall not apply to any direct or indirect loss, or compensation for the loss due to the product
that has been subject to misuse, neglect, or improper alternation.
About This Manual
Section Contents
1 Safety Instructions Explains types of warnings, cautions and warnings labelled on the printer for
both operators of the printer and maintenance personnel.
2 Product Overview Explains the features, part names, and functions of the printer.
3 Basic Installation Explains the procedures needed before using the printer.
4 Handling the printer Explains how to handle the printer.
5 Maintenance Explains daily maintenance of the printer.
6 Troubleshooting Explains troubles that may occur when using the printer, and how to solve
them.
7 Appendix Explains the specifications, optional parts and supplies, installation
procedures for optional parts, and user support for this printer.
Notes
•"Safety Instructions" through "Basic Installation" must be read before using the printer.
•Read "Handling the printer" through "Appendix" as necessary.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................11
1.1 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................12
1.2 WARNINGS,CAUTIONS AND NOTES ..........................................................................12
1.3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................12
1.4 WARNING LABELS...................................................................................................16
1.5 OPERATION LABELS................................................................................................20
2PRODUCT OVERVIEW..............................................................................................23
2.1 FEATURES .............................................................................................................24
2.2 PARTS NAME AND FUNCTIONS .................................................................................25
2.3 IN-THE-BOX CONTENT ............................................................................................29
2.4 INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS ................................................................................31
3BASICS......................................................................................................................33
3.1 SWITCHING THE PRINTER ON/OFF..........................................................................34
3.2 HANDLING AND INSTALLING MEDIA ............................................................................41
3.3 REFILLING THE INK AND JET WASH FLUID ..................................................................56
3.4 DISPOSAL OF WASTE FLUIDS ...................................................................................58
3.5 TRANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION ...........................................................................60
3.6 LONG-TERM STORAGE CLEANING .............................................................................62
4PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE..................................................................................67
4.1 CLEANING THE PRINTER..........................................................................................68
4.2 DONE BY AN AUTHORIZED MUTOH TECHNICIAN .........................................................76
5PREPARATIONS BEFORE PRINTING.....................................................................77
5.1 USING MEDIA ........................................................................................................78
5.2 TESTPRINTING .......................................................................................................87
5.3 MEDIA FEED COMPENSATION (DISTANCE ADJUST) ...................................................93
5.4 PRINTING FLOW .....................................................................................................95
6PRINTER MENU ........................................................................................................97
6.1 HOW TO WORK IN THE MENU .................................................................................100
6.2 OPERATION PANEL IN STANDBY MODE ...................................................................102
6.3 OPERATION PANEL DURING PRINTING .....................................................................107
6.4 OPERATIONS AFTER PRINTING ...............................................................................110
6.5 MENU OVERVIEW (1/5 –5/5).................................................................................112
7TROUBLESHOOTING.............................................................................................161
7.1 INTRODUCTION ....................................................................................................162
7.2 FAILURES AND MALFUNCTIONS OF THE PRINTER ......................................................163
7.3 ERROR MESSAGES ...............................................................................................168
7.4 WHEN MEDIA JAMS OCCUR....................................................................................174

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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................... 12
1.2 WARNINGS,CAUTIONS AND NOTES ............................................................................. 12
1.3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................. 12
1.4 WARNING LABELS...................................................................................................... 16
1.4.1 Handling the warning labels................................................................................ 16
1.4.2 Locations and types of warning labels ................................................................ 16
1.5 OPERATION LABELS................................................................................................... 20
1.5.1 Handling notices ................................................................................................. 20
1.5.2 Label types and attaching positions .................................................................... 20

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1.1 INTRODUCTION
This Item explains the meaning of safety terms for personnel operating this equipment, important safety
instructions and the positioning of the warning labels.
Important
•Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual when installing the equipment.
1.2 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES
Safety terms in this manual and the contents of warning labels attached to the printer are categorized into three
types depending on the degree of risk (or the scale of accident).
Read the following explanations carefully, and follow the instructions in this manual.
Safety terms Details
Important Must be followed carefully to avoid death or serious bodily injury.
Caution Must be observed to avoid bodily injury (moderate or light) or damage to your
equipment.
Notes Contains important information and useful tips on the operation of your printer.
1.3 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
General safety instructions that must be observed to use the equipment safely are explained below.
¾Do not place the printer in the following areas. Doing so may result in the printer tipping or falling over and
causing injury.
•Unstable surfaces.
•Angled places.
•Areas subject to vibration by other equipment.
¾Do not stand on, or place heavy objects on your printer. Doing so may result in the printer tipping or falling
over and causing injury.
¾Do not cover the ventilation hole of your printer with cloth, such as a blanket or a table cloth. Doing so
could obstruct the ventilation and cause fire.
¾Do not place the printer in humid and dusty areas. Doing so may result in an electrical shock or fire.
¾Do not use a damaged power cable. Doing so may result in an electrical shock or fire.
¾Do not attempt to plug in electrical plugs with wet hands. Doing so may result in an electrical shock.
¾Do not connect earth cables in the following areas.
•Gas pipes
Doing so may cause fire or an explosion.
•Earth terminals for telephone line or lightening rod
Doing so may cause a large flow of voltage if lightening occurs.
•Water pipes or faucets
If there is a plastic part in the pipe, the earth will not work properly.
¾The ink used in the product contains an organic solvent (CYCLOHEXANONE). It is flammable and so an
open flame is prohibited in the area. In a dry environment, static electricity can cause ignition, so before
handling the ink, jet wash fluid or waste liquids, touch a metallic object first to remove static electricity from
your body. Do not come near materials having static electricity, and take appropriate measures against
static electricity.
¾Do not insert or drop metal or inflammable objects into openings, such as ventilation outlets. This may
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¾Stop using your printer if a liquid has been spilled into it. This may cause an electrical shock or fire. Switch
the printer OFF as soon as possible, unplug the power cord, and contact your local MUTOH dealer.
¾Be sure to use the attached cable. Otherwise, an electrical shock or fire may occur.
¾Be sure to use the specified voltage (AC 100 V- 120 V or AC 220 V - 240 V). Otherwise, an electrical shock
or fire may occur.
¾Use electricity directly from a power outlet (AC 100 V- 120 V or AC 220 V - 240 V). Do not put many loads
on one electrical output. Otherwise, heat may be generated and cause fire.
¾Be sure to use an outlet with an earth terminal and use the terminal correctly. Otherwise, electrical shocks
or fire may occur.
¾The inks used in this product contain an organic solvent (CYCLOHEXANONE). Make sure to follow the
industrial waste disposal laws and ordinances of your local governments.
It is necessary to install a local ventilation unit, push/pull type ventilation unit, or a total ventilation unit to
perform adequate ventilation.
¾If ink or jet wash fluid has been swallowed, do not make the person throw up, but immediately call a doctor
and a poison management centre.
If there has been contact with eyes or inhalation, it may cause poisoning. Follow the cautions and
procedures labelled on the ink and jet wash bottles, and take action immediately.
¾The waste fluid from the printer is a waste oil (waste ink) of industrial waste. Proper waste fluid disposal
according to industrial waste disposal laws and ordinances of your local governments are required.
¾Follow the instructions below when handling the power cable.
•Do not modify the cable.
•Do not put heavy objects on the cable.
•Do not bend, twist, or pull the cord.
•Do not wire the cable near equipment that generates heat.
¾Follow the instructions below when handling the power plug. Otherwise, fire may occur.
•Wipe away dust and any other residue before inserting the plug.
•Ensure that the plug is firmly inserted as far as it can go.
¾When handling the foot switch, be aware of the following:
•Do not place anything heavy on the foot switch.
•Do not pull or bend the cable of the foot switch with force.
•Do not place the foot switch near thermal devices.
¾Be careful not to get your fingers caught in the lid when opening or closing the front cover and the
maintenance cover.
¾The refilled ink or jet wash fluid should not exceed the upper limit (about 2 litres) of the main tank. If it
exceeds the upper limit, the ink will leak out and cause printer problems.
¾When filling the main tank with ink, make sure not to make a mistake with the ink colour and the ink tube
colours.
¾Filling the tank with the wrong colour ink can make the print head useless.
¾During printing, do not touch the media guide. The media guide is hot, and may cause burns if touched.
¾During the winding operation, make sure to keep hands and fingers off moving parts.
¾Be careful when cutting roll media, incorrect handling can result in injury to the hands and fingers from the
razor blade.
•When holding the media, do not place fingers over the media cut groove.
•Move the razor blade slowly along the media cut groove.
¾Do not use jet-wash fluid, thinner, benzene, alcohol, or other active agents except for the following parts.
Doing so may result a malfunction in the product.
•Inside the maintenance cover.
•Print head surface.
¾Be careful not to spill water inside the printer. Doing so may result in a short circuit.

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¾Never open the covers fixed with screws. Doing so may result in an electrical shock or a malfunction of the
printer.
¾Be careful when cleaning the print head, incorrect cleaning may result in clogging of the nozzles.
•Do not touch the print head surface with bare hands.
•Wipe out ink on the print head wiper every time when ink has been adhered to it.
¾Do not tilt the printer, put it against a wall, or turn it upside down. Doing so may cause ink leakage inside
the printer. Also, movement after transport is not covered by the warranty.
¾Have two or more people unpack and transport the printer.
¾When lifting the printer out of the packing box, be sure to remove the vinyl cover first, then grab the holding
sides of the printer. Lifting the printer with the vinyl cover on may cause your hands to slip and as such
drop or damage the printer.
¾Ensure that the plug has been disconnected from the power socket when it is not to be used for a long
time.
¾Earth wires must be connected to wires or terminals that fulfil the conditions below.
•Earth terminals of power socket.
•Earth wires with copper morsel that is at least 650 mm under ground.
¾When refilling ink or jet wash fluid, always wear the protective gloves supplied with the unit.
¾The ink and jet wash fluid are poisonous. If skin contact occurs, wash with soap water and rinse well.
¾Be sure to close the lid of the main tank tightly. If the lid is not tightly closed or loose, it will cause a defect
when purging, loading or unloading the ink.
¾When performing the following work, always perform work with 2 people.
•Placement of the roll media.
•Setting of the roll media.
•Setting of the winding unit.
¾When performing the head cleaning:
•Put on the gloves supplied with the printer.
•Only use the print head wiper supplied with the printer. Otherwise the nozzle may become clogged.
¾Immediately after printing, the media guide and the platen are very hot. Perform work after the media guide
and the platen have cooled off.
¾When cleaning the waste fluid tray, always wear the protective gloves supplied with the unit.
¾When cleaning the print head surface, always wear the protective gloves supplied with the unit.
¾When performing cleaning for long-term storage, always wear the protective gloves supplied with the unit.
¾Be sure to switch the printer OFF and unplug the power cord before cleaning.
¾Keep the printer horizontally during transportation.
¾Before installing options, always perform the following.
•Switch OFF the printer.
•Remove the power source plug from the outlet.
•Remove all cables connected to the printer.
•Failure to do so could result in damage to the printer or your computer.
•Touch a metallic section of the product to remove any static electricity in your body. The electronic
components can be damaged from static electricity.
¾When installing options, do not touch the elements on the circuit board. The elements on the boards can be
very hot, and can cause burns.
¾Make sure that the distributed power cable is used. Use of a different power cable may result in electric
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¾Be careful of the following when handling the power cable.
•Do not make any modifications to the power cable.
•Do not place anything heavy on the power cable.
•Do not bend, twist, or pull the power cable.
¾Do not wire the power cable near an equipment that generates heat.
¾After the print head cap is removed from the printer, move it into the accessory box. Discharge the waste
fluid from the print head cap enough so it would not spill.
¾Keep the print head cap away from the dust and other contaminants; otherwise the print head may become
clogged.
¾When opening/closing the maintenance cover, be careful not to get your fingers caught in the lid.
¾Do not cut a poly-knit wiper over the print head cap. Otherwise the print head may become clogged with
lint.
¾Be sure to remove pilling and lint on the cutting edge of poly-knit wiper. Otherwise the print head may
become clogged.
¾When the cap sponges and the poly-knit wipers become dry, always replace them with new ones.
Otherwise the print head may become clogged.
¾Keep the print head cap clean, otherwise the print head may become clogged.
¾When switching the power OFF, always install the print head cap. Or the nozzle may become clogged.
¾Carefully open/close the ink box cover to avoid finger pinching.
¾Be sure not to pinch your fingers while opening and closing the front cover.
¾When connecting the network interface, ensure the following precautions:
•Never touch the connection terminals.
•Do not connect different shaped cables
¾Wrong handling may cause an electric shock and/or fire.
¾Immediately after printing, the media guide and the platen are very hot. Perform work after the media guide
until the platen have cooled off.
¾When the sponge of the spitting box has been replaced, be careful for the waste fluid not to be spilled out.
¾If the waste fluid comes into contact with the grid roller, the surface of the grid roller will be damaged. And
the media feed function may be affected.
¾Be sure to switch the printer OFF and unplug the power cord before cleaning.
¾Do not use the jet-wash fluid, thinner, Benzene, alcohol, or other active agents except for the following
parts. Doing so may result a malfunction in the product.
•Inside the maintenance cover
•Print head surface
¾Be careful not to spill water inside the printer. Doing so may result in a short circuit.
¾Never open the covers fixed with screws. Doing so may result in an electrical shock or a malfunction in the
printer.

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1.4 WARNING LABELS
The handling, attachment locations, and types of warning labels are explained below.
Warning labels are attached to areas where care should be paid. Read and understand the positions and
contents thoroughly before performing your work.
1.4.1 Handling the warning labels
Be sure to note the following when handling the warning labels.
Notes
•Make sure that all warning labels can be recognized. If text or illustrations cannot be clearly seen,
clean the label.
•When cleaning warning labels, use a cloth with water or neutral detergent. Do not use a solvent or
gasoline.
•If a warning label has been damaged, lost, or cannot be recognized, replace the label.
When replacing warning labels, contact your MUTOH local dealer.
1.4.2 Locations and types of warning labels
The locations of warning labels are shown below.
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1.5 OPERATION LABELS
This Item describes the operation labels including their types and attaching positions.
The operation labels are attached on the product to provide the brief instructions for the important operations.
Learn the instructions and the attaching positions before operation.
1.5.1 Handling notices
Notes
•Ensure that all the operation labels clearly can be read. If any part such as a character or an illustration
is not clear, clean off dirt from the label.
•To clean off dirt from the operation labels, use cloths, water, or neutral detergent. Do not use organic
solvent or gasoline.
•If the operation labels have been damaged, lost, or became unreadable for other reasons, replace them
with new ones.
•For replacement, contact your local service centre (Refer to: "Product information service").
1.5.2 Label types and attaching positions
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