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Duplo DC-646 Instruction Manual

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  • Page 3: Please Note

    (→ P.00 “xxxx”) : Indicates the page number and item containing related information. The English manual of DC-646 is the original translation. Trademarks ● Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and Windows Vista are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
  • Page 4 Duplo International Ltd, Sandown Industrial Park, Mill Road, Esher, Surrey, KT108BL, United Kingdom DECLARATION DE CONFORMITE Duplo Seiko Corporation, dont le siège est situé au 353, Koudai, Kinokawa-shi, Wakayama 649-6551, Japon, déclare que le ou les produits Directive 2006/95/CE relative au matériel électrique destiné à être employé dans certaines limites de tension Directive 2006/42/CE relative aux machines Directive 2004/108/CE concernant la compatibilité...
  • Page 5 Disposal of Old Electrical & Electronic Equipment This symbol (the symbol of the crossed out wheeled bin) indicates that in European countries this product should not be disposed of as household waste. Please recycle where facilities exist by checking with your local authority or supplier for recycling advice.

  • Page 6: Notes On Safety (Please Read And Observe

    Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) Safety Precautions Various symbols and pictures are used in this manual and on the labels affi xed to the machine. These symbols and pictures provide warnings and instructions to prevent danger to you or other personnel, and to prevent damage to offi...
  • Page 7 Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) ● Caution for Grounding WARNING ● Use only the power cord that is provided among the accessories. Insert the power cord plug fi rmly into the socket, so that proper electrical contact is effected. →...
  • Page 8 Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) ● Prohibition of Disassembly or Modifi cation WARNING ● Do not modify the machine. → Doing so may result in fi re or electric shock. ● Do not remove the rear lid, cabinet, or covers from the machine. →...
  • Page 9 Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) ● Caution for Cleaning CAUTION ● Before cleaning the machine, turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord. → If the machine is activated accidentally, it may cause injury. ● Do not use fl ammable sprays or solvents inside or near the machine. →...

  • Page 10: Locations Of Warning Labels

    Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) Locations of Warning Labels Keep the WARNING and CAUTION labels clean at all times. If labels become damaged or come off, contact your service personnel. Part No. Name Q'ty 1 M7-T303* WARNING LABEL 2 L8-T107* WARNING LABEL 3 P9-T310*...
  • Page 11 Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) Part No. Name Q'ty 4 K9-T139* WARNING LABEL...

  • Page 12: Labels Of High-Voltage Warning

    Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) Labels of High-Voltage Warning There are several high-voltage area inside the machine. Part No. Name Q'ty 1 U7-T102* WARNING LABEL * This label is for the DC-646 230V and DC-646 230V(PRO).

  • Page 13: Location Of Rating Labels

    Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) Location of Rating Labels Rating labels are located on the lower part of the ejection side. 270Kg(Full option 305kg) 15A ac 115V W5-V700* Model Rating label DC-646 115V DC-646 230V 2, 3 DC-646 230V(PRO)

  • Page 14: Interlock System For Safety

    The DC-646 is equipped with various safety functions for the case of causing any danger operations or situations, and it stops running the operation in that cases.

  • Page 15: Emergency Stop Function

    Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) Emergency Stop Function The machine is equipped with the emergency stop functions for the safety of an operator. When you need to stop the machine for emergency, press the emergency stop switch. Turning the switch to the right releases the emergency stop. To stop the machine normally, press the STOP key of this machine.

  • Page 16: Machine Dimensions And Required Space For Operation

    Notes on Safety (Please Read and Observe) Machine Dimensions and Required Space for Operation * With the PC arm amount attached Dimensions in ( ): DC-646 115V, DC-646 230V(PRO) 800mm 800mm 800mm (240mm) 765mm 2650mm (1745mm) 1505mm 745mm 1000mm 2570mm...

  • Page 17: Table Of Contents

    Setting the Exit Tray ..........Attaching the Card Stacker ..........Hanging the Unused Module ....... How to Connect the DC-646 to Your Computer ............Before Preparing Document ........... Defi nition of Programming Terms Chapter 2 Programming JOB on Control Panel ............
  • Page 18 Separator ................Airfl ow ............Skew Compensation ........Curled Document / Light Weight Document Chapter 4 Program a JOB for DC-646 Via Computer (PC Controller) ............. What is PC Controller? ............. Before Installation ........... PC Controller Installation Procedures ........ Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows Vista ..............
  • Page 19 Contents ..............J4 CCD AREA .............. J5 MSM/SLOT2 ..............J6 SLOT3/4 ............J7 CUT, CREASE ..............J8 EXIT TRAY .............. J9 WASTE BOX ............J10 REJECT AREA ............J11 WASTE BOX ..........J12 DOCUMENT LENGTH Daily Maintenance Chapter 6 ..............Daily Maintenance ............

  • Page 21: Before Using This Machine

    Loading Documents ............Attaching the Upper Guide ..............Setting the Exit Tray ............Attaching the Card Stacker ............Hanging the Unused Module ........How to Connect the DC-646 to Your Computer .............. Before Preparing Document ........... Defi nition of Programming Terms...

  • Page 22: Part Names And Their Functions

    This is where the document comes when it is rejected due to double feed, barcode error, REG mark error, etc. (Optional on 230V model) DC-646 Reject Option is required for ejecting document to the reject tray. USB terminal Used for the connection to your computer on PC controller using.

  • Page 23: Ejection Side

    Part Names and Their Functions Name Function AC inlet Connect the power cord here. Elevator down switch Press this to lower the feed tray to the bottommost position. Name Function PC tray Place a desktop computer on this tray. (Optional on 230V model) Ejection Side Name Function...

  • Page 24: Ejection Side (With Card Stacker Attached)

    Part Names and Their Functions Ejection Side (with card stacker attached) Name Function Guide Set this according to the card width. (Optional on 230V model) Support guide Set this when paper alignment is poor. (Optional on 230V model) (for card stacker) Stopper assy Set this according to the card length.

  • Page 25: Inside

    • When removing various modules of this machine, always re-set the module in the sequential order indicated in the figure above. It is especially that the slitter module is properly assembled, when setting it in the slot 2, 3, and 4 again. • Slitter modules for DC-645 cannot be used in the DC-646.

  • Page 26: Control Panel

    Part Names and Their Functions Control Panel Name Function OK Monitor The LED of the error area fl ashes when detecting an error. LCD panel Displays the status of the machine. Displays the message when an error or paper jam occurs. F key Switches to function selecting screen.
  • Page 27 Part Names and Their Functions Name Function NUMERIC key Press to enter JOB/values during manual programming. CLEAR key Press to clear the count. Press to cancel manual programming. SET key Press to fi x selection/entry. JOG key Press to eject the document from the machine when paper jam occurred.

  • Page 28: Lcd Panel

    Part Names and Their Functions LCD Panel ● Standby screen Continuous count Batch count 01:********** ↓ ↓ REG BC % REG BC % Sheets 9999 Sheets 999/999 Name Function JOB No. Displays the JOB number currently selected. JOB Name Displays the JOB name currently selected. Counter Displays the number of document sheets processed with the JOB currently set.

  • Page 29: Turning Power On/Off

    Turning Power ON/OFF Turning Power ON Connect the “female plug” of the power cord to the Inlet “Inlet.” Female plug of the power cord Connect the “male plug” of the power cord to the “outlet.” Male plug of the power cord WARNING ●...

  • Page 30: Turning Power Off

    Turning Power ON/OFF Turning Power OFF Press down the power switch lever to turn OFF the power. The power turns off and the display on the LCD panel disappears.

  • Page 31: Preparation Before Use

    Preparation Before Use Loading Documents Loosen the stack of the documents by fl ipping through the sheets and align them. Load the documents on the feed tray and gently push them toward the inside of the machine. REFERENCE Fully extend the feed tray for the vertically long document.

  • Page 32: Attaching The Upper Guide

    Preparation Before Use Attaching the Upper Guide Attach the upper guide to keep the document feed stable when using light weight document. Open the top cover 1. Attach the upper guide and adjust it to the position where the left edge of the document passes. Upper guide Setting the Exit Tray As shown in the right fi...

  • Page 33: Attaching The Card Stacker

    Preparation Before Use Attaching the Card Stacker (Optional on 230V model) Attach the card stacker when making card-sized products. REFERENCE ● Use the card stacker when the length of a fi nished product is 150 mm or shorter. ● In the case that the fi nished products are not aligned on the exit tray even the fi nished product size is 150 mm or longer, use the card stacker with the stopper.
  • Page 34 Preparation Before Use The fi nished products temporarily stop when they reach the ejected point. Slide the guide to the ejected point during the time. REFERENCE The fi nished products are automatically ejected to the card stacker 60 seconds later. Adjust each guide to appropriate position so that Adjust the guide to the card edge.
  • Page 35 • When you press and hold the TEST key, the machine enters "Stacker setup mode." • When you press the START key, the fi nished 01: DUPLO products temporarily stopped at the ejection Stacker setup section will be ejected and all documents on –...

  • Page 36: Hanging The Unused Module

    Preparation Before Use Hanging the Unused Module You can hang the edges of the top plate of the unused module on the module hanger. Two module hangers (upper and lower) are equipped with the main unit and enable you to hang two modules.

  • Page 37: How To Connect The Dc-646 To Your Computer

    How to Connect the DC-646 to Your Computer Prepare an USB 2.0 Cable (A/B 4-pin). Plug the USB terminals into the USB port of the DC-646 and the USB port on your computer. USB cable must be within 3 m long.

  • Page 38: Before Preparing Document

    This chapter describes items required to program a JOB. SLIT : The DC-646 has six slitters. Two slitters (1, 2) are for the margins and the remaining four slitters are for the center area of the document.

  • Page 39: Defi Nition Of Programming Terms

    Before Preparing Document Defi nition of Programming Terms Document feed direction REG mark Barcode Slit 2 Slit 1 Slit 4 Slit 3 Slit 5 Slit 6 Document feed direction First cut REG mark Barcode Crease Last cut...
  • Page 40 Before Preparing Document Slit / Cut / Crease Limitations There are limitations for slit / cut / crease process on the DC-646. Document feed direction Slit : Up to 6 slits are possible on one document. Up to 8 slits are possible with the optional modules.
  • Page 41 Before Preparing Document Moving range of the slitter Document feed direction Slit 2 Slit 4 Slit 6 Slit 5 Slit 3 Slit 1 1. Moving range of the slitter 1 3.2 to 55 mm (The width stands at 0 when it is not set.) 2.
  • Page 42 Before Preparing Document REG Mark (Registration mark) * Optional on 230V model The DC-646 automatically compensates for image drift, one of the common problems on digital printers. It detects the image drift caused on each page by reading REG mark with built-in CCD scanner and adjusts the cut / slit / crease position accordingly.
  • Page 43 Operator can press the START key and leave. Even if multiple types of jobs are loaded on the feed tray at one time, the DC-646 recognizes barcode on documents also with the built-in CCD scanner and automatically switches setup and fi...
  • Page 44 REG mark Document feed direction When REG mark and/or barcode are printed outside the specifi ed area, the DC-646 cannot detect them properly. When positioning the REG mark and barcode on the document, take the possibility of image shift into consideration.

  • Page 45: Programming Job On Control Panel

    Chapter Programming JOB on Control Panel This chapter describes how to program a JOB on the control panel of the DC-646..............Before Programming JOB ..........Programming a JOB on the Control Panel .......... Programming a New JOB (Advanced Mode) ..........

  • Page 46: Before Programming Job

    The DC-646 can save up to 80 patterns of JOB. This chapter describes how to program and change a JOB on the control panel of the DC-646. Before programming a JOB, accurately measure the positions of slits, cuts and creases in mm/inch.
  • Page 47 Before Programming JOB • Full bleed mode Document feed direction Document feed direction Chopped up Chopped up 0 - 48.9 mm 49.0 mm - 0 - 48.9 mm Chopped up 49.0 mm - Not chopped up 0 - 48.9 mm 49.0 mm - Chopped up Chopped up...

  • Page 48: Programming A Job On The Control Panel

    Slit position Enter the distances between the right edge of the document and each slit position. The DC-646 can slit up to 6 positions on one document. (can slit up to 10 positions when installing optional slitter modules.) Cut position Enter the distances between the lead edge of the document and each cut position.
  • Page 49 Programming a JOB on the Control Panel Air knife Compressed air is blown out from the front of the document to loosen documents. This prevents double feed. Side blow fan (Optional) Air is blown out from the side of the document to loosen documents. This prevents double feed.

  • Page 50: Programming A New Job (Advanced Mode)

    Programming a New JOB ( Advanced Mode) The DC-646 provides two programming modes, Advanced mode and Simple mode. You can select either mode by your preference. When programming a JOB in Simple mode, select “Simple mode” in “Settings2” before programming. (See chapter 3 “Basic Operations“ in the DC-646 Instruction Manual.)
  • Page 51 ’ Clear Space, Moves the cursor to the left. Space, Moves the cursor to the right. Example: Entering “DUPLO” in JOB01 Press the <3> key and the CURSOR (Right) key. Job Name Enter JOB name * To delete a character, press the CLEAR key.
  • Page 52 Press the <6> key three times and the CURSOR (Right) key. Job Name Enter JOB name Press the SET key or the CURSOR (Down) key. DUPLO Module in the slot 2 Select Module Modules are displayed in order of “Standard”, “Slitter”, “CPM”, 2:Standard and “RTM.”...
  • Page 53 Programming a New JOB (Advanced Mode) Module in the slot 4 Select Module Modules are displayed in order of “Standard”, “Slitter”, and “RTM.” 2:Standard Use the CURSOR (Right) or (Left) key to select a desired optional 3: Slitter module, and press the SET key or the CURSOR (Down) key. 4: Slitter When any optional modules are not used in the slot 4, select “Standard.”...
  • Page 54 Programming a New JOB (Advanced Mode) Document feed direction REFERENCE Slit position setting order • Simple mode : from “Slit A” to “Slit F” • Advanced mode: from “Slit ” to “Slit ” REFERENCE Inputtable range depending on document is displayed in (0/***.*-***.*).
  • Page 55 Programming a New JOB (Advanced Mode) Crease Crease Enter the distance from the lead edge of the document to the Crease1 position for “Crease1” using the NUMERIC keys. This value must ***.*mm be smaller than the value set for document length. When input is complete, press the SET key or the CURSOR (0/***.*-***.*) (Down) key.
  • Page 56 Programming a New JOB (Advanced Mode) Slitter guide Function Use the CURSOR (Right) or (Left) key to turn ON the “Slitter Slitter guide guide” when using the module in the slot as a document guide, or turn OFF when not using as a document guide, and press the SET key or the CURSOR (Down) key.
  • Page 57 ● If you select “Save as different JOB no.” and press the SET JOB01entry key, a list of JOB number will appear on the screen. 1: DUPLO Use the CURSOR (Up) key or (Down) key to select JOB number, and press the SET key. Every time you press the...

  • Page 58: Programming A New Job (Simple Mode)

    Programming a New JOB (Simple Mode) REFERENCE Set “Simple Mode” in the “Settings2” to program a JOB in Simple Mode. (→P.53 “Function Setting 2”) Simple mode : Optimum module setup in the slot 2 to slot 4 is displayed by entering processing position.
  • Page 59 Programming a New JOB (Simple Mode) Proceed with steps 1 to 11 and steps 15 to 18 of “Programming a New JOB (Advanced Mode).” (→P.30 “Programming a New JOB (Advanced Mode)”) ● When only slitter module is installed in the slot 3 and slot 4. (Cross tool module and rotary tool module are not used.) Enter the distance from the right edge of the document to the Slit...
  • Page 60 ● If you select “Save as different JOB no.” and press the SET JOB01entry key, a list of JOB number will appear on the screen. 1: DUPLO Use the CURSOR (Up) key or (Down) key to select JOB number, and press the SET key. Every time you press the...

  • Page 61: Changing The Stored Job

    JOB01entry Use the CURSOR (Up) or (Down) key to select the “JOB number” that you want to change, and then press the SET key. 1: DUPLO 2: ************* 3: [No Data] Press the SET key or CURSOR (Down) key to select the item to be changed.

  • Page 63: Basic Operations

    Chapter Basic Operations This chapter describes the operating sequence from turning on the DC-646 until completing process..........Processing Documents by Selecting a JOB ................Function Setting ................Setting Functions ..............Function Setting 1 ..............Function Setting 2 ..............Function Setting 3 ........

  • Page 64: Processing Documents By Selecting A Job

    3:20mm SLIT using the NUMERIC keys. ● Retrieving JOB number from “Retrieve JOB log” JOB log Processed JOBs are saved in the DC-646 as JOB log. 1:DUPLO The latest processed ten JOBs are saved and older JOBs 30:DUPLO30 exceeding ten are deleted in chronological order.
  • Page 65 Processing Documents by Selecting a JOB Load the documents on the feed tray. (→P.11 “Loading Documents”) IMPORTANT The height of the document stack should not exceed the MAX level. Set the side guides. (→P.11 “Loading Documents”) As shown on the right fi gure, lift the exit tray. (→P.12 “Setting the Exit Tray”) REFERENCE ●...
  • Page 66 Make sure that the LED on the START key is green, and then press the START key. • If it is red, the DC-646 is having an error. Follow the instruction displayed on the LCD panel. After the processing is complete, the standby screen appears.

  • Page 67: Function Setting

    Function Setting The following functions can be set. < Function Setting 1 > SLOT2/3/4 TOOLS This sets the tools which are installed on the right and left of the module. Air knife This is used when double feed occurs frequently. Compressed air is blown out from the front of the document to loosen the documents, preventing double feed.
  • Page 68 Function Setting < Function Setting 2 > DBL detection (double feed detection) This detects double feed (two or more sheets are fed at once). Select AUTO or OFF. Read Barcode (Barcode reading)(Optional on 230V model) This sets whether to execute automatic setup when reading a barcode. Reject (Optional on 230V model) Double-fed documents or documents with reading error (REG mark or Barcode) are ejected to the reject tray automatically.
  • Page 69 Apply shrinkage In case printed documents are shrunk by heat generated on digital printer, by entering the original document size and document size after shrunk, DC-646 automatically calculates the shrinkage ratio and adjusts the cutting and creasing position accordingly. This function compensates for the shrinkage in the feed direction only.

  • Page 70: Setting Functions

    RTM : rotary tool module Score : score tool Function Setting 1 Turn the power on. Make sure the standby screen is displayed on the LCD panel. 01: DUPLO REG BC Sheets Press the F key. Select menu The “Select menu” screen will appear.
  • Page 71 Setting Functions Side blow fan (Optional) Settings1 */** Air is blown out to the edge of the document to easily separate Side blow fan the documents when feeding. Use the CURSOR (Right) or (Left) key to select MAX, MID, MAX MID MIN OFF MIN or OFF, and press the CURSOR (Down) key.
  • Page 72 Setting Functions Cut trim mode Settings1 */** Lead margin, trail margin and gutters are chopped up and Cut trim mode dropped into the waste box. Full bleed mode Every time the CURSOR (Right) key is pressed, the screen displays Full bleed mode/No bleed mode/Process all in order. If you press the CURSOR (Left) key, the screen returns to the previous one.

  • Page 73: Function Setting 2

    Setting Functions Auto trail cut Settings1 */** You can set trail margin cut of the document. Auto trail cut Use the CURSOR (Right) or (Left) key to select ON or OFF, and press the CURSOR (Down) key. If you press the CURSOR (Up) key, the screen returns to the previous item.
  • Page 74 Setting Functions Reject (Optional on 230V model) Settings2 */** Double-fed documents or documents with CCD reading error Reject are ejected to the reject tray automatically. If error occurs three times continuously, processing stops. Use the CURSOR (Right) or (Left) key to select ON or OFF, and press the CURSOR (Down) key.
  • Page 75 Setting Functions Basic mode Settings2 */** You can select “Simple mode” or “Advanced mode” for entering Basic mode a JOB. Simple mode Simple mode : The appropriate modules are automatically designed after you entered all the processing values. Advanced mode : You can set all the modules and tools alternately from side to side in order of */** Settings2...
  • Page 76 Setting Functions RTM off pos adj Settings2 */** You can adjust processing end position when installing the RTM off pos adj rotary tool module. +0.0mm Use the CURSOR (Right) or (Left) key to select shift direction, and use the NUMERIC key to enter the value. + : Shifts processing end position toward the document rear edge from its reference position.

  • Page 77: Function Setting 3

    In case printed documents are shrunk by heat generated Apply shrinkage on digital printer, by entering the original document size Before → After and document size after shrunk, the DC-646 automatically ***.*mm→***.*mm calculates the shrinkage ratio and adjusts the cutting and creasing position accordingly.

  • Page 78: Adjust All (In Vertical/Horizontal Direction)

    Setting Functions Adjust All (in Vertical/Horizontal Direction) Adjust All (in vertical direction) This corrects the document position in vertical direction against the JOB set. Adjust All (in horizontal direction) This corrects the document position in horizontal direction against the JOB set. Press the F key.
  • Page 79 Setting Functions Press the SET key. IMPORTANT ● If you exit Function Setting without pressing the SET key, the function set are not saved. ● If you press the SET key before completing Function Setting, the setting you just input is saved and the standby screen appears. The last crease REFERENCE position becomes...

  • Page 80: Automatic Setup Using Barcodes

    Automatic Setup Using Barcodes The DC-646 230V model: Barcode reading is option. By adding barcode which indicates job number on each document, the DC-646 automatically sets up the machine and starts JOB. Follow the procedures below for automatic setup. Turn the power on.
  • Page 81 Attach the guide between the exit tray and the DC-646. Attach the back guide and the side guides. Set the back guide perpendicular to the fl oor.

  • Page 82: Adjusting Feeder

    Adjusting Feeder Elevator level (Feed tray) The elevator level should be adjusted in the following cases: a. The machine does not feed. → Turn the level adjustment knob in a counterclockwise direction (to a smaller number). The level of the elevator is raised. b.

  • Page 83: Skew Compensation

    Adjusting Feeder Skew Compensation If the fi nished products are cut obliquely, adjust the skew using the skew adjustment knob. Clockwise : Turning the knob slightly shifts the lead edge of the document toward the operator's side. Counterclockwise : Turning the knob slightly shifts the lead edge of the document toward the non-operators side.

  • Page 84: Curled Document / Light Weight Document

    Curled Document / Light Weight Document If the document is light weight or curled, the document rolls up and will not be successfully fed. In such case, use the upper guide. IMPORTANT When you use light weight document, make the following settings to stabilize the document feed when entering a JOB.
  • Page 85 Curled Document/ Light Weight Document Turn the level adjustment knob in a clockwise direction to lower the elevator level. For light weight document Turn the separator adjustment knob in a counterclockwise direction to raise the separator position. For light weight document Turn the airfl...

  • Page 87: Program A Job For Dc-646 Via Computer (Pc Controller)

    The DC-646 can save up to 80 patterns of JOBs. JOB contents can be programmed either via computer or on the control panel. This chapter describes how to install the PC controller (attached to the DC-646) in your computer and set up a JOB for the DC-646.

  • Page 88: What Is Pc Controller

    PC controller is a software used to setup a JOB for the DC-646 on computer. Installation of this software allows the user to create and edit JOBs for the DC-646, with preview image of the document, as well as save JOB data and execute a JOB from the computer.

  • Page 89: Pc Controller Installation Procedures

    Make sure that the DC-646 is turned OFF. Turn the computer ON to start the Windows. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the DC-646 into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. A message appears in the top right corner of the screen.
  • Page 90 PC Controller Installation Procedures Double-click the [Setup] icon. Click [Next]. The screen to specify a folder to install the PC Controller appears. [Everyone]: Multiple users on the same computer [Just me]: Only one user on the computer Select either one, and click [Next]. REFERENCE If you want to install the PC Controller in a certain place, click [Browse], then specify the folder to...

  • Page 91: Windows Xp

    PC Controller, enter the password of the user with administrative rights shown. Make sure that the DC-646 is turned OFF. Turn the computer ON to start the Windows. Insert the CD-ROM that came with the DC-646 into your computer’s CD-ROM drive. Click [Start], then click [My computer]. Double-click [DC646 PC Controller].
  • Page 92 PC Controller Installation Procedures The screen to specify a folder to install the PC Controller appears. [Everyone]: Multiple users on the same computer [Just me]: Only one user on the computer Select either one, and click [Next]. REFERENCE If you want to install the PC Controller in a certain place, click [Browse], then specify the folder to install the PC Controller.

  • Page 93: Driver Installation Procedures

    • The following instructions use the screenshots appeared on Windows 8. If you are using Windows 7 or Windows Vista, the screenshots vary. • There are two types (32-bit, 64-bit) of the DC-646 driver for Windows 8, Windows 7, and Windows Vista.
  • Page 94 Driver Installation Procedures Double-click the folder of the language used. REFERENCE Select the language folder of OS used. Select the [Others] folder when there is no corresponding language folder. If you are using a 32-bit computer, double-click the [DPinst] folder. If you are using a 64-bit computer, double-click the [DPinst64] folder.
  • Page 95 Click [Finish]. Close the installation fi le. Connect the DC-646 and your computer with a USB cable, and then turn ON the DC-646. IMPORTANT USB cable (type AB): The cable length must be 3 m or shorter.
  • Page 96 Driver Installation Procedures • Checking whether the driver is successfully installed • Windows 8 1. Click [Settings] charm. 2. Click [Control panel]. • Windows 7 / Windows Vista 1. Click [Start] on the task bar. 2. Click [Control Panel] on the menu bar. Click [Hardware and Sound].

  • Page 97: Windows Xp

    PC Controller, enter the password of the user with administrative rights shown. • There are two types (32-bit, 64-bit) of the DC-646 driver for Windows XP. Make sure that the DC-646 is turned OFF. Turn the computer ON to start the Windows.
  • Page 98 Driver Installation Procedures Double-click the [dpinst] icon in the folder. Click [Next]. Read the Software License Agreement. Select [I accept this agreement], and then click [Next]. REFERENCE If the following warning message appears while instal- lation is in progress, simply click [Continue Anyway] to proceed with the installation.
  • Page 99 Driver Installation Procedures Connect the DC-646 and your computer with a USB cable, and then turn ON the DC-646. IMPORTANT • USB cable (type AB): The cable length must be 3 m or shorter. Click [No, not this time], and then click [Next].
  • Page 100 Driver Installation Procedures • Checking whether the driver is successfully installed Click [Start] on the task bar and click [Control Panel] on the menu. Click [Performance and Maintenance]. REFERENCE The screens vary in classical view. Click [System]. The [System Properties] dialog appears. Select the [Hardware] tab.
  • Page 101 Driver Installation Procedures Installation is successful if the [Device Manager] dialog indicates that the [USB DC-646 *.*] is registered in the [Universal Serial Bus controllers].
  • Page 102 • For Windows XP, uninstallation of the PC Controller requires administrator rights. Ensure to log on as a user with administrative rights. Make sure that the DC-646 is turned OFF. Turn the computer ON to start the Windows. • Windows 8 1.
  • Page 103 PC Controller Uninstallation Procedures Click [Uninstall a program] under [Programs]. REFERENCE Select [DC-646 PC Controller V*.**] from the [Uninstall or change a program] list, then click [Uninstall]. REFERENCE Windows XP: Select [DC-646 PC controller V*.**] from the [Currently installed programs] list, then click [Change/Remove].

  • Page 104: Windows 8 / Windows 7 / Windows Vista

    • The following instructions use the screenshots appeared on Windows 8. If you are using Windows 7 or Windows Vista, the screenshots vary. Make sure that the DC-646 is turned OFF. Turn the computer ON to start the Windows. • Windows 8 1.

  • Page 105: Windows Xp

    • Uninstallation of the PC Controller requires administrator rights. Ensure to log on as a user with administrative rights. Make sure that the DC-646 is turned OFF. Turn the computer ON to start the Windows. Click [Start] on the task bar and click [Control Panel]...
  • Page 106 Driver Uninstallation Procedures Click [Add or Remove Programs]. Select [Windows Driver Package - Duplo Seiko Corp. (usb646) USB (**/**/****)] from the [Currently installed programs] list, and click [Remove]. Click [Yes]. Close the screen after the confi rmation.

  • Page 107: Driver Update

    Driver Update Uninstall the previously installed driver according to the driver uninstallation procedures. (See →P.84 “Driver Uninstallation Procedures”) Install a new driver according to the driver installing procedures. (See →P.73 “Driver Installation Procedures”)

  • Page 108: Pc Controller Setting

    For service personnel use only. This is used for setting the MAINTENANCE machine etc. Password is required to access. SELECT This reads the saved JOBs on the DC-646. Select one from them. Job Detail Input JOB details are displayed. DOWNLOAD This sends the JOB saved on the computer to the DC-646.
  • Page 109 Stacker Setup Then click [Stop] or [Test] to eject it to the Exit tray. At that time, if you click [Start], the DC-646 ejects it to the exit tray and then continues the JOB. Select the [Connect] check box to control function limit of the Connect control panel on the DC-646.

  • Page 110: Creating A Job With Preview Display (Wizard)

    PC Controller Setting Creating a JOB with Preview Display (WIZARD) The DC-646 can save up to 80 JOBs. This section describes the procedures to set up a JOB in Wizard format. Following items should be entered to create a JOB.
  • Page 111 PC Controller Setting Air Knife Set the Air Knife function to “Enable” or “Disable.” Compressed air is blown out to loosen the documents. This is to prevent double feed. Fan Register Document skewing in feeding area is corrected. When processing light weight document, set this function to “Disable” as it may cause a paper jam in feed area.
  • Page 112 PC Controller Setting Select a JOB creating mode. Select the [Advanced Mode] check box to select Advanced Mode. Clear the check box to select Simple Mode. Click [WIZARD]. [Inch>> mm] When you select the [Inch>> mm] check box, the values entered in inches are converted to the values in millimeters and displayed.
  • Page 113 PC Controller Setting Select a module from the [Slot 4 [L/R]] box, and click [NEXT]. Slitter Module RTM (Rotary Tool) Module Standard Module When you select “CPM Module” or “RTM Module” in the [Slot 2 [L/R]] box in step 4, select a tool for the selected module from the [Tool] box.
  • Page 114 PC Controller Setting Paper Size ● Custom Size Select [Custom Size] when using other than the standard size document. Enter the value of document width and length, and click [NEXT]. REFERENCE You can set “Custom Size” in the following range. Width: 210 to 370 mm Length: 210 to 670 mm ●...
  • Page 115 If you entered “5” in the [Crosswise] box of [Cards per document] as shown in the right fi gure, the DC-646 cannot process gutter slit and “Cannot enter Gutter Slits” dialog appears. Click [OK].
  • Page 116 PC Controller Setting Set the crease positions. After entering one number value, click [NEXT]. Then enter the next value. Set the all crease positions, then click [NEXT]. Enter “0” if there is no crease. REFERENCE You can set up to 20 crease positions on a document. REFERENCE [center] appears while you are entering the crease positions.
  • Page 117 PC Controller Setting The function setting screen appears. 1. Air Knife Compressed air is blown out to loosen the documents. This is to prevent double feed. Select [Enable] or [Disable]. REFERENCE Select [Disable] for the light weight document. 2. Fan Register This suctions the document to the conveyance belt for skew correction.
  • Page 118 PC Controller Setting 5. Cut Trim Setting Full Bleed Mode: Lead margin and trail margin are chopped up and dropped into the waste box. No Bleed Mode : Gutters shorter than 49 mm are chopped up and dropped into the waste box.
  • Page 119 PC Controller Setting ● Dummy cut: The machine performs cutting Last cut operation three times at the last cut. This is effective for dropping the document, such as when the trail Document feed direction margin is jammed between the roller and the lower tool of the cutter.
  • Page 120 [Right] : Each click on “Right” decreases the value by 0.1 mm in the horizontal direction. (To the right) ● When you want to save this JOB on the DC-646: 1. Click [DOWNLOAD]. 2. Click [YES] . Clicking [NO] returns to the previous screen without downloading.
  • Page 121 PC Controller Setting ● When you want to save this JOB on your computer: 1. Click [SAVE] . 2. Specify a fi le to save the JOB, and click [Save]. ● Function setting Click [FUNCTION]. Set functions in the similar way to steps 20–21. Click [BACK] to return to the main menu screen.

  • Page 122: Creating A Job By Entering Values (Direct)

    PC Controller Setting Creating a JOB by Entering Values ( DIRECT) This section describes the procedures to create a JOB with DIRECT program. Select a JOB creating mode. When the [Advanced Mode] check box is selected, “Advanced mode” is selected. When it is cleared, “Simple mode”...
  • Page 123 PC Controller Setting Select a module from the [Slot 2]L/R]] box. Standard Module Slitter Module CPM (Cross Tool) Module (option) RTM (Rotary Tool) Module Select a module from the [Slot 3 [L/R]] box. Slitter Module RTM (Rotary Tool) Module Standard Module Select a module from the [Slot 4 [L/R]] box.
  • Page 124 PC Controller Setting Enter a JOB number (1 to 80) in the [JOB No.] box. You can set up to 80 JOBs. Paper size (Standard size) Select a document size from the paper size box. Enter a JOB name in the [JOB Name] box. You can enter up to 30 characters.
  • Page 125 PC Controller Setting Side Mark (Optional on 230V model) Enter the distance from the right edge of the document to the side mark in the [Side Mark] box. Enter “0” if you do not use the “Read REG. Mark” function. Lead Mark (Optional on 230V model) Enter the distance from the lead edge of the document to the lead mark in the [Lead Mark] box.
  • Page 126 PC Controller Setting Crease Click each [Crease] box, then enter the distance from the lead edge of the document to the crease position. Up to 20 creases can be set. Enter “0” when fi nishing the crease setting. Check the JOB details. When you want to change the details, click the item and re-enter it.

  • Page 127: Setting Frequently Used Functions On Computer ("Setting")

    PC Controller Setting Setting Frequently Used Functions on Computer (“SETTING”) This section describes the procedures to turn ON/OFF each function. Click [SETTING]. Click the [DEFAULT] tab. Set each default setting. REFERENCE The optional items do not appear on this screen if you do not set the optional devices.
  • Page 128 PC Controller Setting ● Standard Size : Select the default size from the [Standard Size] box. It is recommended to set the most frequently used size. ● Custom Size (Default) : Set the default values when using document other than standard size. Enter each value in the [W:] (Width) box and [L:] (Length) box.
  • Page 129 [Tool Left] box and [Tool Right] box. Click the [SYSTEM] tab. Select the system for connecting to the DC-646. When you use the DC-646 alone, select [1. DC ONLY]. Click the radio button of the system confi guration that you want to select.

  • Page 130: Setting 1

    PC Controller Setting SETTING 1 Click the [SETTING 1] tab. REFERENCE [Side Blow Fan] and [Read REG. Mark] appear when these settings are set to “enable” on the [OPTION MODULE] tab of the [MAINTENANCE] screen. The [MAINTENANCE] setting screen is locked with the password.
  • Page 131 PC Controller Setting ● Trail margin: Means margin of the trail edge of the Last cut document produced when the last cut is performed. Document feed direction Fan Register Document skewing in feeding area is corrected. Select a level from the [Fan Register] box. REFERENCE Select [OFF] for light weight document.
  • Page 132 PC Controller Setting Read REG. Mark (Optional on 230V model) Select from the [Read REG. Mark] box. Every sheet Every X sheet Adjust over X mm shift only First sheet only Crease Depth This sets the depth of the crease. Select from the [Crease Depth] box.

  • Page 133: Setting 2

    PC Controller Setting SETTING 2 Click the [SETTING 2] tab. REFERENCE “Read Barcode,” “Reject” and “Waste compactor” appear when these settings are set to “enable” on the [OPTION MODULE] tab of the [MAINTENANCE] screen. The [MAINTENANCE] setting screen is locked with the password.
  • Page 134 Select from the [Waste Full Detect Level] box. Waste Compactor (option) When the Waste Compactor is equipped with the DC-646, select whether this function is enabled or not. OFF: The message “waste box full” appears on the LED panel instead of swaying the waste box.

  • Page 135: Setting 3

    Apply Shrinkage In case printed documents are shrunk by heat generated on digital printer, by entering the original document size and document size after shrunk, the DC-646 automatically calculates the shrinkage ratio and adjusts the cutting and creasing position accordingly.
  • Page 136 PC Controller Setting 2. Enter the document length before printing in the [Original document length] box. Enter the document length after printing in the [Actual document length] box. 3. Click [OK]. Clicking [BACK] cancels the input value. REFERENCE This function compensates for the shrinkage in the feed direction only. Adjust All This function corrects the document position in vertical/ horizontal direction against the JOB set (mm).

  • Page 137: Reading A Job From Dc-646 (Upload)

    Clicking [No] returns to the previous screen without downloading. Reading a JOB from DC-646 ( UPLOAD) This section describes the procedures to read JOBs (upload) from the DC-646 to your computer. Select the [Connect] check box to connect the line.
  • Page 138 “WIZARD” screen. However, if you re-enter the data on the “DIRECT” screen, it is displayed on the “DIRECT” screen. ● Uploading a specifi ed JOB from the DC-646 1. Click [JOB No.]. Select the JOB number from the [JOB number] box.

  • Page 139: Registering A Job Saved In Computer Onto Dc-646 (Download)

    • Clicking [DOWNLOAD] downloads the corrected JOB onto the DC-646. Registering a JOB Saved in Computer onto DC-646 (DOWNLOAD) This section describes the procedures to register JOBs, saved in the computer, onto the DC-646. Select the [Connect] checkbox to connect the line.
  • Page 140 If the file extension is “A646,” the maximum JOBs that can be registered on the DC-646 are all saved. When registering a file with “A646” on the DC-646, all JOBs registered on the DC-646 at that time will be overwritten.

  • Page 141: Processing A Job By Retrieving From Dc-646 (Select)

    Processing a JOB by Retrieving Processing a JOB by Retrieving from DC-646 (SELECT) This section describes the procedures to retrieve a saved JOB from the DC-646 and process the JOB. Click [SELECT]. After uploading the JOB data from the DC-646, JOB numbers and JOB names are displayed.
  • Page 142 • Clicking [SAVE] saves the corrected JOB on the computer. Designate the fi le name and place to save. • Clicking [DOWNLOAD] downloads the corrected JOB onto the DC-646. The screen in step 2 appears. Click [OK]. The selected JOB No and JOB name are displayed in the upper portion of the main menu screen.
  • Page 143 Processing a JOB from Computer JOB Detail Click [Job Detail]. If you created the JOB with the “WIZARD program,” go to step 2. If you created the JOB with the “DIRECT program,” go to step 3. The details of the JOB which is displayed in the upper portion of the main menu screen is displayed.
  • Page 144 Click [Saved Job log]. The list of saved JOB log is displayed. Up to 999 JOBs are logged in the list. Click the fi le that you want to register on the DC-646. Click [DOWNLOAD]. REFERENCE You can also retrieve a JOB after confi rming the settings.
  • Page 145 [YES] saves the JOB as a temporary job. REFERENCE When the DC-646 is turned off or other JOB is retrieved, the temporarily saved JOB is erased. If it is okay to overwrite the data, click [YES] to send the data.
  • Page 146 Click the [Start] button or [Test] button to start the JOB. ● Processing a JOB by retrieving from "JOB Log 1" The processed JOBs are saved as JOB log on the DC-646. Up to latest 50 processed JOBs are saved.
  • Page 147 “DIRECT” screen, it is also displayed on the “DIRECT” screen. The details of the JOB appears on the “DIRECT” screen. Click [DOWNLOAD] to save the JOB onto the DC-646. ● Clicking [BACK] returns to the previous screen (a list...
  • Page 148 Selecting the “Temporary job” check box and clicking [YES] saves the JOB as a temporary job. When the DC-646 is turned off or other JOB is retrieved, the temporarily saved JOB is deleted. If there is a job already saved with the same JOB no., the dialog appears, asking “There is a job already saved...

  • Page 149: Processing A Job By Retrieving From Dc-646 (Select)

    Correcting a JOB on Computer ● Processing a JOB by retrieving from "OPEN" Click [OPEN]. A list of JOB fi les programmed on the PC Controller are displayed. Select a fi le, and click [Open]. REFERENCE If you created the JOB with the “DIRECT program,” the JOB data is displayed on the “DIRECT”...
  • Page 150 If you want to save the JOB temporarily, check the “Temporary job” box. When the DC-646 is turned off or other JOB is retrieved, the temporarily saved job is erased. 2. If it is okay to overwrite, click [YES] to send the...
  • Page 151 Correcting a JOB on Computer 3. The dialog appears, indicating that the JOB was successfully sent. Click [OK] to fi nish. The selected JOB No. and JOB name are displayed in the upper portion of the main menu screen. Click the [Start] button or [Test] button to start the JOB. ●...
  • Page 152 ● Clicking [SAVE] saves the corrected JOB on the computer. Specify a fi le to save the JOB, then click [Save]. ● Clicking [DOWNLOAD] saves the JOB data on the DC-646. (See → P.130 step 3 of “● Processing a JOB by retrieving from “OPEN”")
  • Page 153 Input value is out of the range. The DC-646 is in operation. 1. Either wait for the JOB to quit or press the STOP key on the DC-646 to abort the JOB. 2. The DC-646 is not ready to operate.

  • Page 154: Messages On The Status/System Display

    ●When the title bar is “OFF LINE.” The PC Controller cannot communicate with the DC-646. Check the following to go online. • Is the DC-646 turned ON? • Is the DC-646 connected to the computer with the USB cable properly?

  • Page 155: Troubleshooting

    Chapter Troubleshooting This chapter describes what to do when an error has occurred and how to deal with paper jams and error messages........... When Messages Appear on the OK Monitor ..............When Messages Appear ..........When Service Call Messages Appear ............

  • Page 156: When Messages Appear On The Ok Monitor

    When Messages Appear on the OK Monitor When a paper jam or error that the machine cannot correct occurs, the OK monitor will fl ash where the error occurred. In such case, follow the procedures bellow to resolve the cause. Message Countermeasure 1.
  • Page 157 When Messages Appear on the OK Monitor Message Countermeasure A document remains in the slot 1 or slot 2. There is paper jam in the slot 1 or slot 2. Remove the document from the slot 1 or slot 2 and then press the STOP key.
  • Page 158 When Messages Appear on the OK Monitor When Messages Appear on the OK Monitor Message Countermeasure 1. Waste remains in the waste box. 2. The waste box became full during processing. 1. Remove the waste from the waste box. 2. Remove the accumulated waste from the waste box and then press the STOP key.

  • Page 159: When Messages Appear

    When Messages Appear When an error occurs, the OK monitor will fl ash where the error occurred and a message is displayed on the LCD panel. In such case, follow the procedures below to resolve the cause. Message Status and Solution Status : There is no document on the feed tray.
  • Page 160 When Messages Appear When Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : There is paper jam in the margin slitter module / slot 2. J5-* Solution : Remove the document from the margin slitter module / slot 2 MSM/SLOT2 and then press the STOP key. (→P.154 “J5 MSM/SLOT2”) J5-* Remove document...
  • Page 161 When Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : The waste box became full during processing. J9-* Solution : Remove the accumulated waste from the waste box and WASTE BOX then press the STOP key. (→P.164 “J9 WASTE BOX”) J9-* Remove document from waste box to clear...
  • Page 162 When Messages Appear When Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : The right (or left) tool of the margin slitter is locked. MSM-* LOCK “*” shows R (right) or L (left). Check document Solution : Remove the document from the margin slitter area and then in MSM press the STOP key.
  • Page 163 When Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : The reject area is locked. REJECT LOCK Solution : Remove the document from the reject area and then press Check document the STOP key. in reject area (→P.166 “J10 REJECT AREA”) to clear Status : The cutter fl...
  • Page 164 When Messages Appear When Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : A document remains in the margin slitter module / slot 2. DOC. IN MACHINE Solution : Remove the document from the margin slitter / slot 2. Remove document (→P.154 “J5 MSM/SLOT2”) from MSM/SLOT2 to clear...
  • Page 165 When Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : Emergency stop. EMERGENCY STOP Solution : Turning the switch to the right will release the emergency Release stop. Emergency SW (→P.xiii “Emergency Stop Function”) Status : Double feed. DOUBLE FEED Solution : Remove the document from inside of the machine and then Remove document press the STOP key.
  • Page 166 When Messages Appear When Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : The machine failed to read REG mark because of incorrect REG READ ERROR 4 REG mark position. Check REG Solution : Press the STOP key, then check REG mark position position and margin slitter position.

  • Page 167: When Service Call Messages Appear

    When Service Call Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : Communication error in the DC-646. E00-* Solution : Turn OFF the power and then turn ON again after a few MAIN-PANEL seconds. If the same error message remains displayed, write down the message and contact our service personnel.
  • Page 168 E05-* Contact service person Status : Communication error in the DC-646. E06-* Solution : Turn OFF the power and then turn ON again after a few I/O COM seconds. If the same error message remains displayed, write down the message and contact our service personnel.
  • Page 169 When Service Call Messages Appear Message Status and Solution Status : Communication error in the DC-646. E08-* Solution : Turn OFF the power and then turn ON again after a few MAIN-SLITTER COM seconds. If the same error message remains displayed, write down the message and contact our service personnel.

  • Page 170: When A Paper Jam Has Occurred

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a paper jam has occurred, the LED blinks on the OK monitor and a message appears on the LCD panel. Follow the procedures below to remove the jammed document. WARNING • Do not touch the tool. Doing so may cause injury. •...

  • Page 171: J3 Feed Error

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Press the STOP key to clear the error. The machine will be reset and the error message will be cleared. J3 FEED ERROR A paper jam has occurred in the document infeed area or J3-* feeding area.
  • Page 172 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred If the jammed document cannot be removed by the procedures above page, attempt to remove the document according to the following procedures. Open the top cover 1. Remove the jammed document. Close the top cover 1.

  • Page 173: J4 Ccd Area

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred J4 CCD AREA A paper jam has occurred in the CCD area. J4-* Follow the procedures below to remove the jammed document. Remove document from CCD area to clear Press the JOG (Forth) key to eject the document. IMPORTANT •...

  • Page 174: J5 Msm/Slot2

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Remove the jammed document from the CCD area. Close the top cover 2 and the top cover 3. Press the STOP key to clear the error. The machine will be reset and the error message will be cleared.
  • Page 175 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Press the JOG (Forth) key to eject the document. IMPORTANT • The JOG (Back) key is inactive when a document is jammed or remains in the margin slitter module / slot 2. Press the STOP key to clear the error. The machine will be reset and the error message will be cleared.
  • Page 176 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Grasp the handle to take out the module from the slot 1 and slot 2 by lifting it up. Remove the jammed document by using the supplied pliers. Slowly lower the module in the slot 1 and slot 2.

  • Page 177: J6 Slot3/4

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Press the STOP key to clear the error. The machine will be reset and the error message will be cleared. J6 SLOT3/4 A paper jam has occurred in the slot 3 / slot 4. J6-* Follow the procedures below to remove the jammed document.
  • Page 178 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred If the jammed document cannot be removed by the procedures above, attempt to remove the document according to the following procedures. Open the top cover 2 and the top cover 3. Loosen the fi...

  • Page 179: J7 Cut, Crease

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Tighten the fi xing screws (two each) of the modules Slot 4 Slot 3 in the slot 3 and slot 4. Close the top cover 2 and the top cover 3. Press the STOP key to clear the error. The machine will be reset and the error message will be cleared.
  • Page 180 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Press the JOG (Forth) key to eject the document. IMPORTANT • The JOG (Back) key is inactive when a document remains inside the machine. Press the STOP key to clear the error. The machine will be reset and the error message will be cleared.
  • Page 181 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Creaser module: Loosen the two fi xing screws. Cutter module: Remove the two fi xing screws. Grasp the handle to take out the creaser module by lifting it up. Grasp the handle to take out the cutter module by lifting it up.
  • Page 182 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Tighten the fi xing screws (two each) of the creaser module and cutter module. Connect the connectors of the creaser module or cutter module. (The right fi gure shows a view from the non- operator’s side;...

  • Page 183: J8 Exit Tray

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred J8 EXIT TRAY A paper jam has occurred in the exit tray. J8-* Follow the procedures below to remove the jammed document. Remove document from exit tray to clear Press the JOG (Forth) key to eject the document. IMPORTANT •...

  • Page 184: J9 Waste Box

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Press the STOP key to clear the error. The machine will be reset and the error message will be cleared. J9 WASTE BOX The waste box becomes full of waste during operation. J9-* Accumulation of waste may cause paper jam.
  • Page 185 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred REFERENCE ● When the waste comes to approximately half of the waste box, the machine detects waste box full. If you select “MAX” on the “Waste detection” screen in Settings2, waste can accumulate until it comes to approximately 70% of the waste box.

  • Page 186: J10 Reject Area

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred J10 REJECT AREA A paper jam has occurred in the reject area. J10-* Follow the procedures below to remove the jammed document. Remove document REFERENCE from reject area Follow the procedures below as well if “REJECT LOCK”...
  • Page 187 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred If the jammed document cannot be removed by the procedures above, attempt to remove the document according to the following procedures. ● When removing the document from the exit tray Remove the document from the exit tray. Press the STOP key to clear the error.

  • Page 188: J11 Waste Box

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred Put the waste box back in its place and close the front cover. IMPORTANT • Make sure to set the waste box properly pushing it all the way in. Press the STOP key to clear the error.
  • Page 189 When a Paper Jam Has Occurred IMPORTANT • Make sure that there is no waste around the arrow area. Put the waste box back in its place and close the front cover. IMPORTANT • Make sure to set the waste box properly pushing it all the way in.

  • Page 190: J12 Document Length

    When a Paper Jam Has Occurred When a Paper Jam Has Occurred J12 DOCUMENT LENGTH If the document is longer than the length that has been saved J12-* at JOB entry, processing stops halfway and the document is Machine stopped ejected.
  • Page 191 Chapter Daily Maintenance This chapter describes daily maintenance for the machine................Daily Maintenance .............. Cleaning the Slitter Tool ..............Cleaning the Sensors ..........Cleaning the Conveyance Rollers ..........Cleaning the Skew Correction Belt .......... About Slitter Tool Intersection Correction ..................

  • Page 192: Daily Maintenance

    Daily Maintenance Clean the machine periodically to maintain its performance. WARNING ● Before cleaning, be sure to turn the power off, wait until the machine cools off and unplug the power cord. Otherwise, fi re or electric shock may occur. ●...

  • Page 193: Cleaning The Sensors

    Daily Maintenance Cleaning the Sensors ● Sensor on the right side of the reject area Open the top cover 2 and the top cover 3. Clean the sensor on the right side of the reject area with an air blower. Air blower Operator’s side Air blower...
  • Page 194 Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance ● Sensor on the right side of slot 2 Open the top cover 2 and the top cover 3. Loosen the two fi xing screws of the module in the Slot 2 slot 2. Operator’s side Grasp the handle to take out the module from the Slot 2 slot 2 by lifting it up.
  • Page 195 Daily Maintenance Slowly lower the module in the slot 2. Check to see Slot 2 that the pins on both sides are securely fi tted in the module. Operator’s side Tighten the two fi xing screws of the module in the Slot 2 slot 2.
  • Page 196 Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance Loosen the two fi xing screws of the module in the Slot 4 slot 4. Operator’s side Grasp the handle to take out the module from the Slot 4 slot 4 by lifting it up. Operator’s side Clean the sensor on the right side of slot 4 with an Slot 4 air blower.
  • Page 197 Daily Maintenance Close the top cover 2 and the top cover 3. ● Sensor on the right side of the creaser module Open the top cover 2 and the top cover 3. REFERENCE Disconnect the connector of the creaser module. (The right fi...
  • Page 198 Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance Grasp the handle to take out the creaser module by Creaser module lifting it up. Operator’s side Clean the sensor on the right side of the creaser module with an air blower. Air blower Operator’s side Enlarged view Operator’s side Slowly lower the creaser module in its position.
  • Page 199 Daily Maintenance Close the top cover 2 and the top cover 3. ● Sensors at the exit Clean the sensors at the exit with an air blower. Air blower...

  • Page 200: Cleaning The Conveyance Rollers

    Daily Maintenance Cleaning the Conveyance Rollers As the DC-646 processes digital color outputs, toner etc. on the documents may adhere to the surface of the conveyance rollers of the DC-646. Accumulation of toner may affect the performance of the DC-646. In this case, clean the rollers according to the following procedures.

  • Page 201: Cleaning The Skew Correction Belt

    Daily Maintenance Cleaning the Skew Correction Belt Long hours of machine use result in accumulation of paper dust. Wipe off the paper dust with a cloth while turning the skew correction belt with your hands. Open the top cover 1. WARNING Do not put your hands or fi...

  • Page 202: About Slitter Tool Intersection Correction

    Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance About Slitter Tool Intersection Correction When a heavy weight document is jammed in the slitter area, if you pull out the document by force, the slitter upper tool and the lower tool may intersect each other. Also, when the document cannot be slit or conveyed, the tools may have intersected.
  • Page 203 Daily Maintenance 2. Insert the jig into the hole of the lid while sliding the lid upward. 3. Push the jig in the direction of the arrow to correct the intersecting upper tool. The right fi gure shows that the upper tool and the Upper tool lower tool intersect.
  • Page 204 Daily Maintenance Daily Maintenance ● In case of slitter 5 and slitter 6 1. Loosen the two hexagon socket head cap screws securing the lid of the slitter with the intersecting tools. (The right fi gure shows the slitter 5.) REFERENCE You can lay the slitter module on its side if it is easier for you to carry out the work.
  • Page 205 Daily Maintenance 5. Tighten the two hexagon socket head cap screws to secure the lid. Hexagon socket head cap screw REFERENCE Raise the lid and tighten the hexagon socket head cap screws. Attach the front guide assy in the direction of the arrows.

  • Page 206: Waste Box

    Waste Box Slit waste accumulates in the waste box. Open the front cover and remove them periodically. Accumulation of waste may cause paper jam. Follow the instructions below for removing the waste. WARNING Be sure to confi rm that the machine is fully stopped before removing the accumulated waste to prevent your hands or fi...

  • Page 207: Specifi Cations

    Chapter Specifi cations This chapter lists the machine specifi cations................. Specifi cations...

  • Page 208: Specifi Cations

    Specifications Model name DC-646 Product type Slitter/Cutter/Creaser Floor model Feeding method Belt suction Feed tray Elevator Infeed document size Width: 210–370 mm (8.27–14.56 in) Length: 210–670 mm (8.27–26.37 in) Minimum fi nishing size Width: 48 mm (1.89 in) Length: 50 mm (1.97 in)
  • Page 209 Windows Vista Ultimate/Business/Home basic/Home premium Windows7 Ultimate/Professional/Home premium Windows8 Professional/Enterprise (Windows Vista/Windows7/Windows8: x86 32bit, x64 64bit) Optional devices RTM-02 DC-646 Rotary Tool Module * CPM-02 DC-646 Cross Tool Module OPK-02 DC-646 Optional PCB Kit * *: Standard on 230V(PRO) model Power supply 100 VAC±10%, 50/60 Hz...
  • Page 210 The specifi cations are subject to change without prior notice. Please note: Curled paper Conveyer section of DC-646 is sensitive to the paper curled because of the automatic slitter mechanism. If the paper jam has occurred frequently caused by paper curled, attempt to process the followings for the solution.

  • Page 211: Appendix

    Appendix This chapter lists an index.................... Index...

  • Page 212: Index

    Index CURSOR (Down) key ........6 CURSOR (Left) key ........6 About Slitter Tool Intersection Correction ..182 CURSOR (Up) key ........6 AC inlet ............3 ...........18,20,34,105 Adjust All ......... 8,58,116 Cut position ..........28 Advanced mode ........26 Cutter ............26 Advanced Mode ........30,89 Cutter module ........5,18 Airfl...
  • Page 213 JOB No...........8,90 Log 2” ..........127 JOB number ..........28 JOG key ............7 Read Barcode ....... 48,53,113 Reading a JOB from DC-646 (UPLOAD) ..117 LCD panel ..........6,8 Read REG mark ..... 29,35,47,49,51,112 Lead mark ...........91,105 Registering a JOB Saved in Computer onto Length ..........28,104...
  • Page 214 Index Side blow fan .... 29,35,47,49,51,99,111 Upper guide ..........5 side guide ........12,13,45 USB terminal ..........2 Side guide (for exit tray) ......3 Side guide (for feed tray) ......2 Side mark ...........91,105 Waste box ..........2,186 Simple mode ..........26 Waste compactor ......48,54,114 Skew adjustment knob .......2 Waste detection ........48,54 Skew Compensation ........63...

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