Roland Metaza MPX-90 User manual

USER’S MANUAL
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WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to cause cancer,
birth defects and other reproductive harm, including
lead.
For California
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment
this product may cause radio interference in which case
the user may be required to take adequate measures.
For EU Countries
For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMIS-
SION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFER-
ENCE STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protec-
tion against harmful interference when the equipment
is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is
likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his
own expense.
Unauthorized changes or modication to this system
can void the users authority to operate this equipment.
When the equipment requires a usb cable, it must be
shielded type.
For Canada
CLASS A NOTICE
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of
the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regula-
tions.
CLASSE A AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes
les exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur
du Canada.
For EU Countries
Manufacturer:
ROLAND DG CORPORATION
1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Kita-ku, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken, 431-2103 JAPAN
The authorized representative in the EU:
Roland DG Corporation, German Ofce Halskestr. 7, 47877 Willich, Germany
Roland DG Corp. has licensed the MMP technology from the TPL Group.

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Contents
To Ensure Safe Use.....................................................................................4
Important Notes on Handling and Use...............................................................9
About Operation Manuals .................................................................................10
Documentation Included with the Machine ........................................................................10
How to Display Help for Software ............................................................................................10
How to Display Help for METAZA Driver................................................................................11
Chapter 1 Getting Started .................................................................................13
1-1 About the Machine ................................................................................14
Features..............................................................................................................................................14
1-2 Names and Functions ...........................................................................15
This Machine ....................................................................................................................................15
1-3 Checking the Included Items.................................................................17
Chapter 2 Installation and Setup .....................................................................19
2-1 Installation.............................................................................................20
Installation Environment ............................................................................................................20
Removing and storing the retainers........................................................................................21
2-2 Cable Connections................................................................................23
Connecting the machine to a power supply........................................................................23
2-3 Installing the Software...........................................................................24
System Requirements...................................................................................................................24
The Software You Can Install and Set Up...............................................................................24
Installing METAZA Driver.............................................................................................................25
Installing the Software .................................................................................................................26
2-4 METAZAStudio Settings........................................................................27
Making the Setting for the Printer ..........................................................................................27
Chapter 3 Making Prints....................................................................................29
3-1 Switching the Power On and Off ..........................................................30
Switching On the Power .............................................................................................................30
Switching O the Power ..............................................................................................................31
3-2 Getting Ready .......................................................................................32
The Printable Area..........................................................................................................................32
Head Caps ........................................................................................................................................32
Preparing Material to Print..........................................................................................................33
Loading Material Using the Adhesive Sheet.........................................................................36
Using the Center Vise ...................................................................................................................40
Loading Material Using the Center Vise.................................................................................41
3-3 Preparing Print Data (METAZAStudio)..................................................44
Starting METAZAStudio ..............................................................................................................44
METAZAStudio Screen..................................................................................................................45
Step1 : Determine the shape and size of material..............................................................46
Step2 : Import the Image ............................................................................................................48
Step3 : Enter the Text.....................................................................................................................50
Step4 : Save Printing Data ...........................................................................................................50

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Contents
3-4 Starting and Stopping Printing ..............................................................52
Starting Printing..............................................................................................................................52
Stopping Printing Operations....................................................................................................54
Chapter 4 More Advanced Operations.............................................................57
4-1 Tips and Tricks for Image Layout ..........................................................58
Keeping Only the Required Portion of an Image (Trimming) .......................................58
Adjusting the Location, Size, or Angle of an Image...........................................................59
Enclosing an Image in a Frame..................................................................................................62
4-2 Tips and Tricks for Text Layout..............................................................64
Adjusting the Location, Size, or Angle of a Text ..................................................................64
Arranging a Text to a Fan Layout .............................................................................................66
Laying Out Text along a Shape..................................................................................................67
Filling Text .........................................................................................................................................68
4-3 Creating and Editing Line Text ..............................................................70
SFEdit2 window ..............................................................................................................................70
Creating a Stroke Character Font..............................................................................................71
Changing Input Characters into Stroke Characters ...........................................................73
Editing Stroke character...............................................................................................................74
4-4 Checking and Adjusting Finished Result of an Image...........................75
Checking the Finished Results in the Preview Window....................................................75
Adjusting the Finished Result in the Preview Window.....................................................76
4-5 Printing on a Curved Surface................................................................77
Step1 : Decide on the Printing Area (Workpiece Size) .....................................................77
Step2 : Make horizontal writing on portrait material........................................................80
4-6 Register New Material...........................................................................82
How to Register Wide Variety of Material ..............................................................................82
4-7 METAZA Driver Settings .......................................................................83
Keeping the settings of METAZA Driver.................................................................................83
4-8 About Dr. Engrave.................................................................................84
What is Dr. Engrave?......................................................................................................................84
Points to note when using Dr. Engrave ..................................................................................84
4-9 More Advanced Other Operations ........................................................85
More Advanced Other Operations You Can Accomplish with METAZAStudio........85
Chapter 5 Maintenance and Adjustment .........................................................87
5-1 Daily Care .............................................................................................88
Points to Note on Daily Care.......................................................................................................88
Cleaning the Adhesive Sheet.....................................................................................................88
Cleaning the Body and Cover ...................................................................................................89
Cleaning of the Head Cap ...........................................................................................................89
5-2 Adjusting the Marking Pin .....................................................................90
Checking the State of the Marking Pin...................................................................................90
Adjusting the Striking Force of the Pin...................................................................................91
5-3 Composition Registration and Striking-force Adjustment......................92
Registering a Composition and Adjusting the Striking Force........................................92
5-4 Adjustment of the Origin-point Location ................................................95
Adjusting the Location of the Machine's Origin Point......................................................95

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Copyright © 2009-2010 Roland DG Corporation http://www.rolanddg.com
5-5 The Replacement of the Head Cap.......................................................98
The Replacement Cycle for the Head Cap .............................................................................98
5-6 Head Replacement ...............................................................................99
The Replacement Cycle for the Head......................................................................................99
How to Replace the Head......................................................................................................... 100
Chapter 6 Appendix .........................................................................................103
6-1 What to Do If .......................................................................................104
The power supply light is blinking........................................................................................ 104
The machine doesn't run even when printing data is sent.......................................... 104
The printed location isn't where desired............................................................................ 104
Striking is performed, but nothing is printed. .................................................................. 105
The printed image is unattractive. ........................................................................................ 105
The image is uneven. .................................................................................................................106
The image is always faint at the same location. ............................................................... 106
Installation for METAZA driver is Impossible..................................................................... 107
Uninstalling METAZA driver..................................................................................................... 108
6-2 When Moving the Machine ................................................................. 111
Attach the retaining materials to the machine................................................................. 111
6-3 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels ................. 114
6-4 Specication........................................................................................115
Main Unit Specications ........................................................................................................... 115
System Requirements for USB Connection........................................................................ 115

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To Ensure Safe Use
Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property.
Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
WARNING Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury
should the unit be used improperly.
CAUTION
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse eects caused with respect to
the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
About the Symbols
The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings. The specic meaning
of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. The symbol at
left means
"danger of electrocution."
The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden).
The specic thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the
circle. The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.
The symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specic thing that
must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The symbol at left
means the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
Incorrect operation may cause injury
WARNING
Keep children away from the ma-
chine.
The machine includes areas and compo-
nents that pose a hazard to children and
may result in injury, blindness, choking, or
other serious accident.
Never attempt to disassemble, repair,
or modify the machine.
Doing so may result in fire, electrical
shock, or injury. Entrust repairs to a trained
service technician.
CAUTION
Install in a location that is level and
stable.
Installation in an unsuitable location may
cause an accident, including a fall or tip
over.
Be sure to follow the operation proce-
dures described in this documentation.
Never allow anyone unfamiliar with
the usage or handling of the machine
to touch it.
Incorrect usage or handling may result in
unexpected injury.

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To Ensure Safe Use
WARNING
Connect to an electrical outlet that
complies with this machine’s ratings
(for voltage, frequency, and current).
Incorrect voltage or insufcient current
may cause re or electrical shock.
Do not use with any power supply other
than the dedicated AC adapter.
Use with any other power supply may lead
to re or electrocution.
Never use out of doors or in any loca-
tion where exposure to water or high
humidity may occur. Never touch with
wet hands.
Doing so may result in re or electrical
shock.
Never allow any foreign object to get
inside. Never expose to liquid spills.
Inserting objects such as coins or matches
or allowing beverages to be spilled into
the ventilation ports may result in re or
electrical shock. If anything gets inside,
immediately disconnect the power cord
and contact your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer.
Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or re
Ratings
Never place any ammable object near-
by. Never use a combustible aerosol
spray nearby. Never use in any location
where gases can accumulate.
Combustion or explosion may be a dan-
ger.
Handle the power cord, plug, and
electrical outlet correctly and with
care. Never use any article that is
damaged.
Using a damaged article may result in re
or electrical shock.
When using an extension cord or
power strip, use one that adequately
satisfies the machine’s ratings (for
voltage, frequency, and current).
Use of multiple electrical loads on a single
electrical outlet or of a lengthy extension
cord may cause re.
When the machine will be out of use
for a prolonged period, disconnect the
power cord.
This can prevent accidents in the event
of current leakage or unintended startup.
Position so that the power plug is
within immediate reach at all times.
This is to enable quick disconnection
of the power plug in the event of an
emergency. Install the machine next to
an electrical outlet. Also, provide enough
empty space to allow immediate access
to the electrical outlet.
If sparking, smoke, burning odor, un-
usual sound, or abnormal operation
occurs, immediately unplug the power
cord. Never use if any component is
damaged.
Continuing to use the machine may result
in re, electrical shock, or injury. Con-
tact your authorized Roland DG Corp.
dealer.

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To Ensure Safe Use
Important notes about the power cord, plug, and electrical outlet
Never place any object on top or subject to
damage.
Never bend or twist with undue force.
Never pull with undue force.
Never bundle, bind, or roll up.
Never allow to get wet.
Never make hot.
Dust may cause re.

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To Ensure Safe Use
The head area becomes hot
WARNING
Never touch the head immediately after
printing has nished.
Doing so may cause burns.

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To Ensure Safe Use
Warning Label
Warning label is afxed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meaning of the label is
as follows. Be sure to heed its warnings.
Also, never remove the label or allow it to become obscured.
Caution: High Temperature
Never touch immediately after printing.

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Important Notes on Handling and Use
This machine is a precision device. To ensure the full performance of this machine, be sure to
observe the following important points. Failure to observe these may not only result in loss of
performance, but may also cause malfunction or breakdown.
This Machine is a Precision Device.
 Handle carefully, and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force.
Never print material outside the range of specications.
Install in a Suitable Location
Install in a location having the specied temperature and relative humidity.
 Install in a quiet, stable location oering good operating conditions.
Never use the machine in an environment where silicone substances (oil, grease, spray, etc.) are present.
Doing so may cause poor switch contact.
When Moving the Machine
When moving the machine, be sure to support it at the bottom using two hands. Attempting to move the
machine by holding it at a dierent location may result in damage.
When moving the machine to another location, be sure to attach the retainers. Attempting moving without
attaching the retainers may result in damage.
Printing
Never attempt to perform printing on the edges or over holes in printing material.
Printing results may vary according to the original data, the material printed, and the details of settings.
Before you perform actual printing, we recommend carrying out test printing.
Attempting printing with no material loaded may damage the pin or heads.

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About Operation Manuals
Documentation Included with the Machine
The following documentation is included with the machine.
MPX-90 User’s Manual (this manual)
This describes important notes for ensuring safe use, and explains how to install and operate the machine. It
also explains how to install and operate included software.
Be sure to read it rst.
METAZA Driver Online Help
Roland METAZAStudio Online Help
Roland SFEdit2 Online Help
Dr. Engrave Online Help
You view this documentation on your computer screen. Installing the respective programs makes these avail-
able for viewing. They describe in detail the commands used in the programs.
P.10, “How to Display Help for Software,” p.11, “How to Display Help for METAZA Driver”
How to Display Help for Software
You can display Help for software by conducting the following operation after installing the software.
P.26, “Installing the Software”
From [Start] menu, select soft-
ware and click [ Help ].

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About Operation Manual
How to Display Help for METAZA Driver
You can display Help for METAZA driver by conducting the following operation after installing METAZA
driver.
P.25, “Installing METAZA Driver”
Procedure

Windows 7
From [Start] menu, click [Control Panel] → [Hardware and Sound] → [Devices and
Printers].
Windows Vista
From [Start] menu, click [Control Panel] → [Hardware and Sound] → [Printers].
Windows XP
From [Start] menu, click [Control Panel] → [Printers and Other Hardware] → [Printers
and Faxes].

Right click [Roland MPX-90].
Click [Printing Preferences].
The setting window appears.
Continue on the next page

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About Operation Manual

Click [Help].
METAZA Driver help appears.

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Chapter 1
Getting Started
1-1 About the Machine .................................................................14
Features ....................................................................................14
1-2 Names and Functions............................................................15
This Machine .............................................................................15
1-3 Checking the Included Items .................................................17

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
1-1 About the Machine
Features
This machine is a metal printer. It prints images by striking detailed points using a marking pin mounted in
a head.

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
1-2 Names and Functions
This Machine
Main Unit
Cover
Close the cover when making print.
Hold the middle area of the cover
as shown in the figure below when
opening it.
Head unit
Move the head unit and align the
end handle (marking pin) of the
head to the surface of material.
Knob
Determine the
head position
based on the sur-
face height of the
material when
performing print-
ing without using
a head cap.
Head
Power/Movement button
Pressing this makes the light come
on and switches on the power.
Pressing it while the unit is on
moves the table to the interior of
the unit and the head to the center
surface of the table. Pressing it a
second time moves the head to
the interior left and the table back
to the front edge of the unit. To
switch off the power, you hold
down the button for one second
or longer.
Power-code
connector
USB connector

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1-2 Names and Functions
Chapter 1 Getting Started
Head (MPH-90)
Printing is performed on material using with a
marking pin. Diamond is attached to the tip of
the marking pin. Since the head is a consum-
able part, replace it at an appropriate timing.
P. 99, “The Replacement Cycle for the Head”
Material Retainers
This is used to x material on a table. Material is
placed on the adhesive sheet, which then holds
the material in place. This lets you immobilize
objects without having to use commercially
available tape or the like.
P. 36, “Loading Material Using the Adhesive
Sheet”
This is a vise made of plastic, and secures
material in place by clamping it. This makes
it possible to immobilize material that cannot
be secured using the adhesive sheet, such as
items having a curved bottom surface. The act
of securing an item in place also accurately de-
termines the center position in the horizontal
direction.
P. 41, “Loading Material Using the Center Vise”
Adhesive sheet
Center vise
Marking pin

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Chapter 1 Getting Started
1-3 Checking the Included Items
The following items are packed together with the unit. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.
AC adapter (1) Power cord (1) Head caps (10)
(One installed on the unit by
default)
Center vise (1) Adhesive sheet (1) Table (1)
USB cable (1) Roland Software Package
CD-ROM (1)
Head (MPH-90) (1)
(Installed on the unit by default)
Test-use printing material (4)
(Brass-plated plates)
User’s manual (1)
(This document)
Hexagonal wrench (1)

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