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Solvent Ink Color Inkjet Printer
IP-5610
Seiko I Infotech Inc.
U00114186304

IP-5610 Solvent Ink Color Inkjet Printer User's Guide
Documents Number U00114186300, First Edition, February 2009
U00114186301, Second Edition, April 2009
U00114186302, Third Edition, March 2010
U00114186303, Fourth Edition, June 2010
U00114186304, Fifth Edition, October 2012
Copyright © 2012 by Seiko I Infotech Inc.
All rights reserved
Seiko I Infotech Inc. reserves the right to make changes without notice to the specifications
and materials contained herein and shall not be responsible for any damages (including
consequential) caused by reliance on the materials presented, including but not limited to
typographical, arithmetic, or listing errors.
Please address any questions, comments, and suggestions to the regional office on:
http://www.seiko-i.com/corp/offices.html
This guide acknowledges the following trademarks :
is a trademark of Seiko Instruments Inc.
All other trademarks are the properties of their respective companies.
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 protection
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.

The CE mark, that shows that the products sold in the EU are conformed to the requirements of
EC directive, is statutorily obliged to be affixed to the products.
In each directive, the scope of directive to be applied to equipment is explicitly defined. Our
company’s product IP-5610 conforms the EMC directive (2004/108/EC)) and low voltage directive
(2006/95/EC).
Inquiry of CE mark:
Seiko Instruments GmbH
Siemensstraße 9, D-63263 Neu-Isenburg
Germany
Tel: [phone]
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Seiko I Infotech Inc.
8 Nakase 1-chome, Mihama-ku, Chiba-shi, Chiba 261-8507, Japan
Phone : [phone]
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Thank you very much for purchasing the IP-5610 Color Inkjet Printer (hereafter simply
called the printer below.)
The printer is a color inkjet printer equipped with built-in USB interface that adopts the
dye-sublimation transfer printing ink and supports the media of up to 64 inch width.
This guide, the IP-5610 Solvent ink Color Inkjet Printer User’s Guide, de-
scribes such information for use as features and functions of the printer and the
printing procedure. In addition, troubleshooting is also described.
Read sections suitable for your purpose.
The following items should be read before reading Section 1.
- Components delivered with this product
- Safety precautions
- Handling precautions
- Manual legend (notational rules)
Read these items to use the printer safely and properly. Keep this manual in a
place where you can quickly access it at any time.
Introduction

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Components delivered with this product
Printer <1 unit>
- equipped with USB interface
- mounted with the take-up reel unit
3 inch ange
<2 pieces>
Roll Media (For adjustment)
<1 piece>
Daily maintenance kit
<1 set>
- Cap Cleaning Liquid : 300 ml / 1PC
-
Wiper Cleaning Liquid : 200 ml / 3PCS
- Cleaning Swab : 10 pieces
- Cap Cleaning stick : 1 piece
- Cap Cleaning roller : 30 pieces
- Tweezers : 1 piece
- Wiper blade : 1 piece
Print head set
<1 set>
Hex wrench
<1 piece>
Phillips screwdriver
<1 piece> User’s Guide
<1 volume, This
guide>
User's Guide
IP-5610
Waste ink bottle
<1 bottle>
- Ink is consumed during the initial lling when the printer is installed. Therefore, all of ink may not be
used for printing.
Basic conguration item
Supplied Accessories
USB2.0 cable
<1 piece>
Spanner
<1 piece>
Wiper sponge
<1 piece>
Media cutter blade
<1 piece>
Power cable
<1 piece>
Flange spacer
<2 pieces>
The following components are delivered with the product.
If any item is missing or damaged, contact your dealer where the printer was
purchased.
Ink cartridge set
6 colors (Y, M, C, K, Lc, Lm)
<1 set>
Troubleshooting
Guide
<1 volume>

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Cap cleaning roller set
(IP5-147)
<30 pieces>
Media cutter blade
(IP5-124)
<1 piece>
Wiper sponge (IP5-123)
<1 piece>
Cap cleaning stick
(IP5-120)
<1 piece>
(1 piece of cap cleaning roller is supplied.)
* Options and consumables can be ordered separately.
- 3 inch ange (IP-151) : 1 - Blower unit (IP-182) : 1
- 2 inch ange (IP-152) : 1
- Exhaust attachment (IP-265) : 1
Cleaning liquid cartridge set (IP5-138 or IP5-714)
<1 set>
- Cleaning liquid cartridge : 6 pieces
Storage liquid cartridge set (IP5-107 or IP5-713)
<1 set>
- Storage liquid cartridge : 6 pieces
Cap cleaning liquid set (IP5-136)
<1 set>
Wiper cleaning liquid set (IP5-231 or IP5-712)
<1 set>
- Wiper cleaning liquid (200 ml) : 3 bottles
Cleaning swab
(IP6-147)
<300 pieces>
Options
Consumables
Waste ink bottle
(IP5-139 or IP5-109)
<1 piece>
Wiper blade
(IP5-122)
<2 pieces>
Ink cartridge
(Y, M, C, K, Lc, Lm)
gAs to types, refer to P.1-12.
Daily maintenance kit (IP5-230 or IP5-710)
<1 set>
- Cap Cleaning Liquid : 300 ml / 1PC
-
Wiper Cleaning Liquid : 200 ml / 3PCS
- Cleaning Swab : 10 pieces
- Cap Cleaning stick : 1 piece
- Cap Cleaning roller : 30 pieces
- Tweezers : 1 piece
- Wiper blade : 1 piece

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Example of symbols :
This symbol ( ) denotes items that require special care
while executing a certain procedure or operation.
This symbol ( ) denotes items that are forbidden.
This symbol ( ) denotes items you should follow to pre-
vent accidents or injury.
Safety precautions
The following symbols are used in this manual to ensure the proper use of the
printer and to prevent the printer from being damaged.
Follow the instructions marked with these symbols.
Minor personal injury or product and /
or peripheral damage :
Failure to follow the guidelines
marked with this symbol could result
in minor personal injury or product
and / or peripheral damage.
Serious personal injury or death :
Failure to follow the guidelines
marked with this symbol could result
in serious personal injury or death.
WARNING
CAUTION

iv
Use the power supply voltage specied on the nameplate. DO NOT plug several
devices into one electrical outlet as this might result in re or electric shock.
Make sure the printer is well grounded. If not, a short circuit may cause re or
electrical shock.
DO NOT disassemble or remodel the printer. DO NOT repair the printer yourself.
Doing so may cause re, electric shock or personal injury.
DO NOT damage, break, process, or heat the power cable. If it is damaged,
replace it with a new one. Using a damaged power cable may cause re or
electric shock.
NEVER use the printer in a place of extreme humidity or any place where it can
possibly be splashed by any liquids. If any liquids get into the printer, it could
lead to re, electric shock, or personal injury.
DO NOT remove the covers attached to the printer because they contain high-
voltage and extremely hot parts. Doing so may might result in an electric shock
or burn.
DO NOT allow metal or liquids to touch the internal parts of the printer.
Doing so may cause re, electric shock, or personal injury.
DO NOT disconnect or connect the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may
lead to electric shock.
Turn the printer o and unplug the power cable immediately after it thun-
dered.
Power OFF the printer and unplug the power cable from the power outlet in
any of the following cases :
- When putting your hands inside the printer.
- Smoke, strange noise or smells generate from the printer.
- A piece of metal or any liquid touches the internal parts or slot of the printer.
- An error requiring service by a service center occurs.
DO NOT put your hand unnecessarily inside the printer such as covers, ventila-
tor opening and ink cartridge slot. Doing so may result in personal injury. Even
if the printer is not operating, it may perform a function automatically. Use cau-
tion with the printer even if it is not printing.
WARNING Ensure to read cautions below before use.

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The ink used for the device contains petroleum solvent (Iso Alkanes (C13-16)),
Since the ink is ammable, never operate near open ame.
DO NOT swallow ink and avoid contact with eyes. It will cause respiratory
distress and can harm the eyes. If it gets into the eyes, rinse with clean water
and consult a doctor immediately. If swallowed, do not try to induce vomiting.
Consult a doctor immediately.
Keep accessories and consumables such as ink cartridges and Media cutter
blades out of reach of children.
If the printer is stained with ink, wipe the ink o the printer immediately.
If left as stained, parts may be broken or paints may come o.
Since the media rolls are heavy, handle them with care. If dropped, personal
injury may result.
Always hold the power cable or the USB cable by the plug or the connector
when connecting or disconnecting the power cable or the USB cable.
Never pull on the cable because this may damage it and create risk of re, elec-
tric shock or personal injury.
DO NOT get ink on your skin or clothes. Wash o any ink immediately with
soapy water.
DO NOT place media rolls on tables or unlevel areas where it could fall.
If dropped or falls, it may lead to injury. To prevent falling, lock the casters.
Ensure to read cautions below before use.
In order to ensure the safe operation of the printer, note all of the cautions
and warnings contained throughout this manual.
CAUTION

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Handling precautions
Power supply
1. Install the printer near an easily accessible electrical outlet.
2. Do not provide power to the printer through the same power line as for noise-
generating devices, such as a motor.
3. Use the voltage specied on the nameplates of printer and option.
4. Connect one power cable to an electrical outlet. Do not plug several devices into
one electrical outlet.
Printer
1. Do not place anything on top of the printer. Do not rest your elbows on the
printer.
Handle it with care. Do not do anything that will result in impact to the printer.
2. When opening or closing the cover, hold the center of the cover by both hands
and open or close it gently.
3. Before connecting or disconnecting the interface connector, turn the printer o.
4. Do not clean the surface of the cover with benzene or paint thinner. The coating
may come o or deteriorate.
Wipe the cover clean with a soft cloth. If the cover is very dirty, use a cloth moist-
ened with a neutral detergent.
5. Handle a Print head with care.
• Donottouchitunnecessarilyorscratchit.
• Donottouchthebottom(nozzlesurface).
Regular inspection and maintenance
As the intrinsic characteristics of dye-sublimation transfer printing ink necessitates it,
the following regular inspection and maintenance must be performed
1. Clean the Capping unit every week.
2. Check visually the remaining wiper cleaning liquid everyday.
3. Perform the Print head cleaning [normal] every week.
4. Perform the service cleaning when leaving the printer for long time (2 weeks or
more at power o state.)
5. Perform the head wash and the ink charge before printing when leaving the
printer for long time.
For various periodic inspection and maintenance, refer to [Section 4 Maintenance
and Adjustment / Replacement].

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Consumables
1. SIIT highly recommends you to use only SIIT standard or recommended consum-
ables such as media, ink, and cleaning liquid for the printer.
Generic consumables have the potential to cause damage to the printer, leading
to interference in normal operation, and SIIT reserves the right to void the war-
ranty if any issue is deemed by SIIT to be caused in part by the use of non-SIIT-
standard or non-SIIT-recommended consumables.
2. Do not use ink past the date of expiration as this may cause a breakdown.
3. Put a used ink cartridge into a plastic bag and dispose of it as hazardous waste.
Observe local regulations for disposal of Waste ink bottles.
4. The level in the Waste ink bottle must be periodically checked by visual inspec-
tion to prevent overow.
5. Check Waste ink bottle regularly for leaks.
6. When the Waste ink bottle is installed or removed, place a sheet below so as not
to stain the oor with spilled ink.
7. Store ink in a dark and cool place.
NEVER store ink in a high temperature or direct sunlight.
Ink change characteristic if exposed to direct sunlight.
8. SIIT highly recommends you to use SIIT-specied media only for the printer. The
other media have the potential to cause damage to the printer, and SIIT reserves
the right to void the warranty if any issue is deemed by SIIT to be caused in part
by the use of non-SIIT-specied media.
Printer warranty
1. To understand the performances and functions of this printer, and use it safely,
read this guide.
2. The use of consumables, accessories, and options other than the products speci-
ed by Seiko I Infotech Inc. have the potential to cause damage to the printer,
and SIIT reserves the right to void the warranty if any issue is deemed by SIIT to
be caused in part by the use of non-SIIT-specied or non-SIIT- recommended
consumables, accessories, and options. SIIT highly recommends you to use SIIT-
standard or -recommended ones only for the printer.
3. To ensure quality, the expiration date is on the ink, storage liquid, cap cleaning
liquid and wiper cleaning liquid.
Expiration date of use: Do not use after expiration.

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Manual legend (Notational rules)
The following notations used for text and keys / LCD in this guide are as follows.
Notations
WARNING
- Boxes marked with a "WARNING" describe points of caution for avoiding
serious personal injury.
CAUTION
- Boxes marked with a "CAUTION" describe points of caution for avoiding
injury to yourself or damage to the printer.
Note
- They explain the important items and cautions that should be kept when
operated.
To avoid troubles of the printer or prevent damages or wrong operation,
ensure to read.
HINT : Hint mark
The hint symbol describes operations that make using or handling the
printer easier.
Reference mark
This mark is followed by a reference section or page number.

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hREWIND FORM FEEDi
fPH.REC PH.MAINg
PRINTER READY
ROLL : 1625 / PAPER
hPRINTER SETUPi
fADJUST HEATERg
1Press key to set the
printer to the oine.
The menu group (The rst layer
menu) is displayed.
2Press key to enter in
the second layer menu.
3Press key once more to
enter in the third layer menu.
4Select the menu with
, , , keys.
For example, enter in the function
menu with key.
shows the key on the
operation panel.
shows the LCD on the
operation panel.
Key / LCD notations
Shows the key to be used for
selection.
(Example h: key)
hINK MEDIA REGi
fMEDIA M.ADVg
hREWIND FORM FEEDi
fPH.REC PH.MAINg
(Example 2) Transition of LCD state and the key operation in a sentence
Shows that the LCD menu switches with
key operation.
INITIALIZING...
PLEASE WAIT
hINK MEDIA REGi
fMEDIA M.ADVg
Shows that the LCD menu automatically
changes without key operation.
Shows the key on the
operation panel.
(Example 1) Keys and LCDnotations in a sentence

x
2
4
1
3
6
5
Media advance value
Media name
Head height
Print mode
#PH RECOVERY
>NORMAL ALL
Starting out...
Starting out...
Regular Inspection (Maintenance)
Regular Inspection (Maintenance)
Connect to a computer.Turn on the power.
Clean the Capping unit.
Check stains on the
WiperBlade.
Implementation of
Print headcleaning
[ NORMAL ALL ].
Check the wiper cleaning
liquid.
Check the Waste ink bottle.
Implementation of
nozzle print.
Implementation of
nozzle print.
Replace the ink cartridge. Load the roll media.
Replace the media.Register the media.
Turn off the power.
P.2-2 P.2-3
P.2-46
P.2-3
P.2-12
P.4-6
P.4-3
P.4-4
P.4-3
P.4-19 P.4-8
P.2-7
P.2-14

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2
4
1
3
6
5
Media advance value
Media name
Head height
Print mode
#PH RECOVERY
>NORMAL ALL
Starting out...
Starting out...
Regular Inspection (Maintenance)
Regular Inspection (Maintenance)
Connect to a computer.Turn on the power.
Clean the Capping unit.
Check stains on the
WiperBlade.
Implementation of
Print headcleaning
[ NORMAL ALL ].
Check the wiper cleaning
liquid.
Check the Waste ink bottle.
Implementation of
nozzle print.
Implementation of
nozzle print.
Replace the ink cartridge. Load the roll media.
Replace the media.Register the media.
Turn off the power.
P.2-2 P.2-3
P.2-46
P.2-3
P.2-12
P.4-6
P.4-3
P.4-4
P.4-3
P.4-19 P.4-8
P.2-7
P.2-14

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…ZZZ
Change the media advance
value during printing.
Media advance value setting
Adjust the advance amount of the media.
Adjustment of the Print head bi-direction position
Adjust the ink target position in the bi-directional print.
When replacing with new media
Print on the thick media.
Change the heater temperature
during printing.
Switch off the printer for a long
period of time.
Clean the printer.
Print on the margin of media.
When you want to . . .
When you want to . . .
With new media, the printer needs to be adjusted.
With new media, the printer needs to be adjusted.
Print on the cut media (sheet).
P.2-15
P.4-28
P.4-34
P.2-39
P.4-32
P.2-44
P.2-41
P.4-10
P.4-14

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…ZZZ
Change the media advance
value during printing.
Media advance value setting
Adjust the advance amount of the media.
Adjustment of the Print head bi-direction position
Adjust the ink target position in the bi-directional print.
When replacing with new media
Print on the thick media.
Change the heater temperature
during printing.
Switch off the printer for a long
period of time.
Clean the printer.
Print on the margin of media.
When you want to . . .
When you want to . . .
With new media, the printer needs to be adjusted.
With new media, the printer needs to be adjusted.
Print on the cut media (sheet).
P.2-15
P.4-28
P.4-34
P.2-39
P.4-32
P.2-44
P.2-41
P.4-10
P.4-14

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PERFORM DAILY
MAINTENANCE NOW
Replace consumable.
Wiper sponge
Wipercleaning liquid
Media cutter blade
The warning message is displayed.
The media is slantingly advanced. The heater does not warm up.
Smears or stripes appear on the print.
The panel operation becomes
inoperative.
The panel operation becomes
inoperative.
Wiper blade Waste ink bottle
Replacement/Trouble
Replacement/Trouble
P.5-13
to
P. 5-15 to
P. 4-25 P. 4-27
P.4-23 P. 4-21 P. 2-48
P. 5-6, P.5-13
P.2-7, P.2-33, P.2-34
Ｐ．2-41