Page 1 Océ User Manual Océ Arizona 550 GT User Manual, Version 1.0, Revision B...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Specifications................16 Chapter 3 Safety Information....................19 Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials............20 UV Curing System Safety ...............24 Interlock Safety System................26 Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels............28 Safety Awareness..................32 Roll Media Safety Awareness..............41 Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface...............43 Operator Interface Hardware..............44...
Page 4 Contents Underlay Board to Reduce Artifacts............99 Chapter 6 How to Operate the Roll Media Option............101 Roll Media Option Hardware..............102 Roll Media Theory of Operations............105 Roll Media Option Specifications............108 Foot Pedal Switch Functions..............110 Roll Media Manager................111 How to Load Media................113 How to Unload and Cut Media..............121 How to Set Up a Roll Media Job in ProductionHouse......123...
Page 5 Contents Printer Maintenance..................209 Maintenance Guidelines................210 Maintenance Procedures...............212 Clean Carriage Underside..............212 Printhead Maintenance..............215 Swab Printheads................222 How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter............226 How to Remove Ink................228 Empty the Ink Waste Tray..............230 Fill the Coolant Reservoir ..............232 Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad..........235 Clean Gantry Rails................237...
Page 6 Contents...
Page 7: Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 1 Introduction...
Page 8: Preface
Preface Introduction This manual provides the operator with information about the Océ Arizona 550 GT UV flatbed inkjet printer. The manual orients you to the many features and procedures that allow you to print professional quality images on various media with this printer. This version of the user manual provides support for printer software Revision 1.0.
Page 9 With the Roll Media Option installed the printers can also print on various roll media. See your local representative or visit http://medi- aguide.oce.com/ for more details on recommended media. Responsibilities of the Operator The printer operator must be properly trained. Océ provides training for the operator in the use of the printer hardware and software at the time of installation.
Page 10 Preface on a regular basis. A few minutes spent cleaning also helps to ensure optimal printer function and the highest quality prints. It is the responsibility of the operator to try to eliminate simple problems before calling a service representative. But knowing when to call for service is also important. An un- trained operator must not attempt to service the printer as this may cause further damage.
Page 11: Product Compliance
Océ Arizona 550 GT and 550XT conform to. It also provides printer manufacturing and contact information and a list of any toxic or hazardous material in the printer.
Page 12 Product Compliance [1] CE Declaration Noise Measurement Test Summary Tested according to EN13023:2003, EN11204, ISO3744:1994(E)/ISO3746:1995(E) and declared according to ISO4871:1984(E) Measurements taken at the sample in 5 different locations, Printer in normal operation with Vacuum Pump(s), does not exceed 80dB. For all locations, provide a noise protection enclosure or remove the pump from the printer location.
Page 13 13231 Delf Place - Building #501 Richmond, British Columbia Canada V6V 2C3 http://www.dgs.oce.com/ Telephone (604) 273-7730 - Fax (604) 273-2775 Representatives Marketing the Océ Arizona 550 GT in Europe: Océ Technologies B.V. St. Urbanusweg 43, Venlo, The Netherlands P.O. Box 101, 5900 MA Venlo...
Page 14 Product Compliance Part Lead Mercury Cadmi- Hexava- Polybro- Poly- Name (pb) (Hg) um (Cd) lent miated brominat- (CrVI) biphenyls (PBB) dipenylether (PBDE) Linear Encoder Read- heads Print- heads Yes indicates that the substance is present in that printer component. No indicates that the substance is NOT present in that printer component. Chapter 1 - Introduction...
Page 15: Chapter 2 Product Overview
Chapter 2 Product Overview...
Page 16: Printer Specifications
Printer Specifications Introduction The Océ Arizona 550 GT is a flatbed inkjet printer capable of producing large format images on various rigid and flexible media. The printer comes standard with CMYK only, or can be ordered with the white ink option (CMYKW). The printer consists of a flatbed vacuum table and moving gantry.
Page 17 Feature Specification Printing Technology Piezoelectric inkjet using Océ VariaDot™ technology: The Océ Arizona 550 GT has two variable dot printheads per color, 8 in total (10 in total with the white ink option installed). Format True flatbed printer for rigid media with Roll Media Option...
Page 18 Printer Specifications Océ VariaDot™ Variable Droplet Imaging Technology The Océ Océ Arizona 550 GT offers superior print quality and ink economy through the use of Océ VariaDot imaging technology, the next evolution in piezoelectric inkjet technology that enables a print head to produce droplets of varying volume. This differs from the current piezoelectric print head technology that is restricted to the use of fixed droplets.
Page 19: Chapter 3 Safety Information
Chapter 3 Safety Information...
Page 20: Safety Guidelines For Ink Materials
Note: Warning for Seated Individuals- The UV Curing System on the Océ Arizona 550 GT generates hazardous levels of thermal, electrical and UV energies. UV light exposure is at it's worst for individuals in a seated position (Table Height of 90cm). Do not sit within 5 metres of the printer and do not look at the UV lamps if your eyes are positioned below the level of the printer table.
Page 21 Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials when you purchase inks. The following is a summary of the important safety aspects of the MSDS that are common to all UV inks. Hazards Identification Dangers for Irritating to skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes. people and May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Page 22: Safety Guidelines For Ink
Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials Handling & Storage Handling Information for safe handling: Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed receptacles. Keep away from heat and direct sunlight. Ensure good ventilation/exhaustion at the workplace. Storage Store in accordance with current national regulations Conditions Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: Store between 5 - 30°C.
Page 23 Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials Area Strategy Eye protec- Wear tightly sealed goggles tion Body protec- Protective work clothing; disposable overalls are preferable. tion Acrylates, like any other organic solvent, are skin and/or eye irritants. Since acrylates do not evaporate, they will remain on the skin or clothes for extended periods.
Page 24: Uv Curing System Safety
UV Curing System Safety UV Curing System Safety Introduction The UV Curing System on the Arizona printers generate hazardous levels of thermal, electrical and UV energies. These printers use UV-curable ink that needs a high energy level of UV light to cure. The system is made up of two medium pressure mercury arc lamps attached to the carriage.
Page 25 Warning for Seated Individuals: The UV Emissions and Blue Light Emissions profile of the Océ Arizona 550 GT is at its worst for individuals in a seated position (Table Height of 90cm). Remove all chairs within 5 meters (16 feet) of the printer.
Page 26: Interlock Safety System
Interlock Safety System Introduction The Océ Arizona 550 GT printer has an integrated safety interlock system that stops all machine motion when a situation that might compromise operator safety occurs. The printer has three Emergency-Stop buttons: one on each end of the gantry, and one on the Control Station podium.
Page 27 Interlock Safety System Drive. Also UV Lamps switch Off (Not UV Cooling Fans), and Z-Axis drive initializes (Carriage drives to Top Position and Holds there). Carriage Interlock must be cycled to ensure the Interlock is functional and that the Car- riage Safety Guard is in place.
Page 28: Océ Arizona 550 Gt Safety Labels
Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Introduction The safety labels are placed at strategic locations on the printer to warn the operator of possible dangers and hazards. It is important to be aware of the meaning of these labels to ensure safe operation of the printer.
Page 29 Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Description Label Machine lockout: a reminder to turn off and lock out the AC power switch before servicing any elec- trical components. Located on the mains power switch. Warning: Electric Shock Hazard Located on the door to the electronics enclosure, the UV lamp power supply cover, the carriage cover, and the vacuum pump enclosure.
Page 30 Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Description Label Electrical Shock Hazard Equipment Powered by two power cords. Turn off power switch or remove both power cords before servicing Refer to the section "How to Power the Printer On and Off"...
Page 31 Océ Arizona 550 GT Safety Labels Description Label No Step Do not step on the table strut. If pressure is put on the table strut it can bend and thus affect the level of the printer table and therefore print quality.
Page 32: Safety Awareness
Safety Awareness Safety Awareness Introduction This section contains two sets of principles that must be followed to assure maximum safety when operating your Océ Arizona printer. The first set uses negative examples to show you things to avoid in order to prevent injury to the operator. The second set of principles illustrates some of the residual risks that are inherent in the operation of the printer.
Page 33 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety Do not push or force the carriage to move manually if it is al- ready in motion. If you do move the car- riage, a Motion Error message will display and you will have to use the mouse to click Reset on the user inter- face LCD display.
Page 34 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety When the Mainte- nance Station is open to perform printhead maintenance, do not touch the UV lamp assembly as it can be hot. Also be aware that the carriage will move up or down when the Raise Car- riage switch is pushed.
Page 35 Safety Awareness Avoid these Situations For Your Personal Safety Keep a distance of at least 1 m (3 ft.) to the UV light when print- ing. Avoid looking at the UV lamps, especially if you are seated at the same level as the car- riage.
Page 36 Safety Awareness Arizona Printer Residual Risks Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk crushing hazard is created by the movement of the carriage and gantry supports. Keep hands away from this area unless the printer power is off. [28] Carriage guard and 45° guard on Gantry Supports A crushing hazard is created by the move- ment of the carriage...
Page 37 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk crush- ing/pinch hazard is created by the table and the gantry. [30] Table/Gantry Pinch hazard A high risk crush- ing/pinch hazard is created by the table and the carriage. [31] Table/Carriage Pinch Hazard Chapter 3 - Safety Information...
Page 38 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk crush- ing/pinch hazard is created by the carriage and the gantry when the Z-Axis is moving (carriage moves up or down). [32] Carriage Vertical Movement Pinch Hazard A high risk shearing hazard is created by the carriage and the gantry frame from the...
Page 39 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A high risk shearing hazard is created by the carriage and the gantry frame. [34] Shear Hazard Entanglement hazard A medium risk of fin- ger or material entan- glement is created by the web assembly (IGUS track).
Page 40 Safety Awareness Residual Risk Area Hazard A medium risk impact hazard is created by the carriage when cy- cling from left to right. [36] Carriage Impact hazard Heat hazard: the UV lamp assembly and the surrounding guard can be hot. [37] UV Lamp Heat Hazard Chapter 3 - Safety Information...
Page 41: Roll Media Safety Awareness
Roll Media Safety Awareness Roll Media Safety Awareness Introduction This section contains two sets of principles that must be followed to assure maximum safety when operating the Roll Media Option (RMO) for your Arizona printer. The first image uses a negative example to show you a situation to avoid in order to prevent injury to the operator.
Page 42 Roll Media Safety Awareness RMO Residual Risks Crushing/Shear Hazard Do not place your hand near the shaft drive motors when the printer is printing or when the dual foot controls are pressed. Do not place your hand on the Media Roll motor enclosure when the green bea- con light is On as the...
Page 43: How To Navigate The User Interface
Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface...
Page 44: Operator Interface Hardware
Operator Interface Hardware Operator Interface Hardware Introduction The Operator interacts with printer components to print, maintain, and monitor the state of the printer. This section identifies and explains the functions of the hardware. [41] Printer Hardware (1) Main Power Switch (9) Maintenance Station (2) Operator Control Station (10) Coolant Reservoir Level...
Page 45: Chapter 4
Component Function 1) Main Power The Océ Arizona 550 GT has an AC power switch that turns Switch the printer On and Off. The switch also serves as a lock-out device. It also has an AC power connector. All of these power- related items are located on the end of the electronics enclo- sure.
Page 46 Operator Interface Hardware Component Function 3) Vacuum Zone The three vacuum zone control handles determine which of Control the three print zones on the printer table will have vacuum applied when the vacuum pump is switched on. The vacuum zones are opened or closed by the handles. 4) Vacuum Table A vacuum foot pedal switch is provided to facilitate the process Foot Pedal...
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Operator Interface Hardware Component Function 11) Ink Filters and The ink filters ensure that ink flows easily and is free of partic- Ink Bay ulate matter. These filters must be changed periodically to ensure that they are working efficiently. See the Maintenance section, How to Change Ink Filters for a schedule and instruc- tions.
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Operator Interface Hardware Status Light Beacon Status Light Definition Possible Conditions Green Off Printer interlock system or Maintenance station door the emergency stop but- has been opened or one tons have been triggered. the emergency stop but- No motion can be initiat- tons has been triggered.
Page 49: Printer Interface Software
Printer Interface Software Printer Interface Software Introduction The printer software is displayed on the LCD monitor. The interface has six main modules that are accessed by tabs located at the bottom of the display. Click on these tabs to access the modules.
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Printer Interface Software Operator Interface Module Tabs [44] Interface Tabs Interface Modules Component Function Print Job Control Provides management of all aspects of working with print jobs. (Print tab) It also controls some features of the printer and provides access to Roll Media print controls (if that option is installed).
Page 51: Print Job Control Module
Print Job Control Module Print Job Control Module Introduction Print Job Control is the first module displayed when the printer software is loaded. From this module you can manage all aspects of working with print jobs and also control many features of the printer.
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Print Job Control Module Component Function 3) Pause/Resume To the right is the print job Pause/Resume button and and the Ink System the Ink System Status icon - click to view an ink status report. Status 4) Command Displays icons for actions related to the print jobs and control Toolbar left of the printer.
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Print Job Control Module All incoming jobs go directly into the job list or job queue. Selecting a job in the list highlights the job and updates the job information area. The job information area contains offsets, print quality mode information, number of copies and overprints, and the name of the ProductionHouse profile used and the image to be printed is also displayed.
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Print Job Control Module Hold job The command can do following actions depending on context: Puts an active job on hold. Waits until the printer finishes a currently printing copy and puts the job on hold. Cancel job The command can do following actions depending on context: Deactivates a selected active job by moving it to the inactive list.
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Print Job Control Module Flatbed Set- A dialog window automatically appears when confirmation is re- tings quired. If it is closed before you select Confirm, it can be reopened by clicking on this button. Media Parameters Enter or confirm the thickness of the media. The printer will auto- matically adjust the carriage height to media thickness and also the print gap.
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Print Job Control Module Ink Tempera- This button controls the ink heater and also displays the ink tem- ture Control perature. The state of the button reflects the status of the ink heater. The heater times out after two hours of inactivity (time can be changed up to four hours by a service technician).
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Print Job Control Module 6) Active Print Job List The active job list consists of a table, job count summary on top and job order control buttons on the left. A job count summary displays total number of active jobs and number of jobs put on hold.
Page 58: Chapter 4
Print Job Control Module use to sort the list. The size column is sorted by image area. Date column is sorted by a compound value of date and time. The inactive job list has the following features: The operator can drag and drop jobs to move them between the active and inactive job lists.
Page 59: Chapter 4
Print Job Control Module Print Parameters Displays information about the print job that is currently selected: Mode - Print quality mode: Select Production, Quality, or Fine Art mode in ProductionHouse. When Quality mode is set, this field will have a pull-down box that allows you to select Quality-Matte or Quality-Density (or Quality-Layered if the White Ink option is installed).
Page 60: Counters Module
Counters Module Counters Module Introduction The Counters module displays counters that are of interest to the operator. It shows counters for each color of ink and the total ink used. It also shows the number of hours a UV lamp was used since last changed. Some of the counters can be reset. Illustration [47] Counters Module Screen Component - function table...
Page 61: Settings Module
Settings Module Settings Module Introduction The Settings Module allows you to review and change the date and time, network con- nection settings, user interface configurations, printer settings and, if installed, the Roll Media settings. Date and Time Settings [48] Date and Time Date - display only, cannot change the date Time - change the time of day, if required Whether Daylight Savings Time is set...
Page 62 Settings Module Network Connection Settings Note: Typically, DHCP is used to automatically obtain network settings. If "Use DHCP" is selected, the only thing you might want to change is the network name of the printer. The settings are displayed to troubleshoot possible network connection problems. One situation that would require changes is if your network does not use DHCP to automat- ically obtain network settings.
Page 63 Settings Module User Interface Settings [50] User Interface Settings Settings Available The user interface allows you to change the following features: Language Measurement Units Date format Time format Display job/time Tie lamp controls together Hold on active Job delete confirmation Screen saver Screen saver timeout Monitor power off timeout...
Page 64 Settings Module Printer Settings [51] Printer Settings Allows you to set the following: Flatbed print gap Underlay thickness Table vacuum timeout End of swath delay Full carriage travel Automatic warmup day Automatic warmup time Ionizer bar (static suppression - On or Off) Roll Module [52] Roll Media Settings Top Margin...
Page 65 Settings Module Bottom Margin Specifies the distance left unprinted below the image. Media Move on Unload Specifies the amount of media moved on unload in the selected measurement units. Note: This setting icon is displayed only if the Roll Media Option is installed. Chapter 4 - How to Navigate the User Interface...
Page 66: Tools And Utilities Module
Tools and Utilities Module Tools and Utilities Module Introduction The Tools and Utilities Module has six sub-modules: Shutdown, Job Manager, Special Prints, Ink Flush, Spit Catcher Alignment, and the System Logs. When you click on the Tools and Utilities tab, Special Prints always appears first. Click on the other icons to access the sub-modules.
Page 67 Tools and Utilities Module Shutdown Use the Shutdown icon when you need to turn the printer power off. The printer should be left powered On at all times but there are some exceptions such as some service proce- dures, or if the printer requires a reboot. Job Manager The Job Manager allows you to view a select range of print jobs or to delete many print jobs at the same time.
Page 68: Tools And Utilities
Tools and Utilities Module [54] Special Prints How to Load a Special Print 1) Click a special print to select it in the left window. 2) Click the Add button to place it in the print queue on the right. That special print is now available in the Active job list of the Print Job Control module.
Page 69: Tools And Utilities
Tools and Utilities Module will not work without it. If you attach a new bag of ink that is not compatible, or for any other reason an ink flush is required, you will see the Ink Status screen with a mesaage that directs you to the Ink Flush Procedure.
Page 70: Installation And Upgrade Module
As we are committed to improve and refine the quality and functionality of the Océ Arizona 550 GT printer, there will be periodic upgrades to the underlying firmware and printer software. Software updates are available only to customers with a service contract.
Page 71: How To Operate The Océ Arizona 550 Gt
Chapter 5 How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 72: Training Requirements
Océ trains the operator in the use of the printer hardware and software at instal- lation. However, this is not a substitute for formal ProductionHouse® training. Operators of the Océ Arizona 550 GT should be fully versed in the operation of Onyx ProductionHouse® . For any operator unfamiliar with its operation, Onyx Production- House®...
Page 73: How To Power The Printer On And Off
Ensure that the AC power plug is properly seated. Turn on the AC power On/Off switch. If it is not already on, turn on the power of the Control Station LCD monitor. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 74 Note: The printer is designed to be left powered ON at all times as only minimal power is consumed when the printer is idle. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 75: Tools And Utilities
Do not turn off the printer during these idle times. 15 to 30 minutes Turn off lamps 30 minutes to 24 hours Turn off lamps Turn off ink heater Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 76 Perform service procedure (generally this is done by a service technician) When maintenance or service is complete, remove the lock and tag-out label and turn the AC power switch to the On position. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 77 For additional safety, also disconnect the AC power plug from the wall outlet. When the printer is successfully moved or the repair work is complete, re-connect the power plug and unlock the AC power switch. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 78: How To Install The Onyx Printer Driver
550 GT printer installation file. Purpose The printer installation file configures the Onyx software so that it knows how to com- municate with the Océ Arizona 550 GT. This prepares the printer so that the operator can manage print jobs. Before you begin Make sure that the Onyx ProductionHouse application software is installed before you install the printer driver.
Page 79 [59] Configure Printer Host Name Note: If you have more than one Océ Arizona 550 GT printer, each printer must have a unique network name. The network name can be changed in the Settings module of the printer User Interface.
Page 80 When a Valid IP address for the printer is verified, click on OK to complete the configu- ration of the communication link between ProductionHouse and the Océ Arizona 550 GT printer. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 81: How To Manage Print Jobs
Command Toolbar of the Job Control screen). Do not power off the printer (unless the printer will not used for more than 14 days - in that case call your service representative). Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 82: How To Set Up A Print Job
How to Set Up a Print Job Introduction This section explains how to select an image to print on the Océ Arizona 550 GT. The basic steps are outlined here and explained below. More detailed explanations for some of these steps are available in Chapter 4 How to Navigate the User Interface.
Page 83 The three vacuum zone control handles control which of the three zones on the printer table will have vacuum applied when the table vacuum pump is turned on. The vacuum Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 84 Print button to start the print job. If the job was selected, the media thickness confirmed and the vacuum is turned on, printing will start after the ink and lamps reach operating temperature. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 85 Also it reduces the time it takes for the gantry to start the print. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 86: How To Manage The Media Vacuum
The Media Vacuum System Introduction The Océ Arizona 550 GT uses a low-flow, high-vacuum system to secure rigid media for printing on the printer table. A fabricated aluminum overlay sheet placed on the surface of the table creates the vacuum field. The overlay sheet is pin-registered to the table. A rotary vane vacuum pump is used to evacuate the chamber of air between the sheet and the table.
Page 87 Less suction reduces artifacts caused by the suction when imaging on flexible media. If you Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 88 To remove ink we recommend that you use a paint scraper containing a straight edge razor blade (these can be found at a local hardware store). Refer to the Maintenance section for more detailed instructions. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 89: How To Create Custom Vacuum Zones
This helps to minimize the use of tape and placement of media that will not be printed on when the media size does not match exactly with the zone size. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 90 (2) Right Vacuum (3) Top Vacuum Zone Zone Zone Legend for Zone Illustrations (4) Vacuum Bleed (5) Left Zone (6) Top Zone (7) Right Zone Valve Control Control Control Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 91 Be careful that you don’t hit the registration pins when you remove or replace the overlay. If these pins are dislodged, there is a replacement kit available or you can re-glue them with epoxy. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 92 With one hand on the top and the other on the bottom, carefully flip the overlay over and lay it down flat on the table (or another clean, flat surface). Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 93 Line up the two holes in the overlay with the two registration pins and square the overlay to the flatbed. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 94 Completely cover all zones, close the bleed valve, turn on the vacuum and verify the closed system vacuum level is > 20 inches of Hg. Also verify that the time it takes for the vacuum to establish is less than 4 seconds. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 95: How To Manage Media
Océ Display Graphics Systems has conducted extensive testing of many media. Since the Océ Arizona 550 GT printer is capable of imaging on a wide range of material, we en- courage you to explore various media so that you can establish your own criteria for achieving high quality images in your work environment.
Page 96 UV lamp power as high as possible for the particular media you are using. This will minimize the risk of skin irritation and sensitization from possible exposure to uncured ink. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 97 Make sure that you set the offsets to match the lo- Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 98 Always check the height if you use multiple stacked cards so that they match the height of your media and the set the carriage height accordingly. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 99: Underlay Board To Reduce Artifacts
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Page 100 It may be necessary to bleed the vacuum by opening, or partially opening an additional vacuum zone to reduce dimple artifacts. Confirm that the underlay thickness is added to the media thickness and set correctly. Chapter 5 - How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT...
Page 101: How To Operate The Roll Media Option
Chapter 6 How to Operate the Roll Media Option...
Page 102: Roll Media Option Hardware
Roll Media Option Hardware Introduction The base configuration for the Océ Arizona 550 GT is a flatbed printer where the media is static during printing. A Roll Media Option (RMO) is available for the printer that allows the use of media that is supplied on a roll. This optional unit is manufactured, crated, stocked and shipped as an independent assembly.
Page 103 Roll Media Option Hardware Hardware Function table The Roll Media Option consists of a supply media drive, media tension bar, capstan roller, vacuum platen, media gimbal, media edge detection sensor, and a take-up media drive. This system accurately advances the roll of media during printing. The roll media is positioned with a high resolution media encoder as it moves past the carriage printheads.
Page 104 Roll Media Option Hardware Component Function 8) Media Core Locks These locks hold the media core in place on the media shafts. Use the supplied 5mm hex key to lock and unlock the media core at the right end of the media shaft. 9) Media Tension Bar Provides constant tension for loaded media (located be- hind the lower media shaft).
Page 105: Roll Media Theory Of Operations
Roll Media Theory of Operations Roll Media Theory of Operations Introduction The Roll Media Option system operating specification is described in terms of the follow- ing states: Media Load Media Unload Media Initialization Media Printing Media Manual Feed Media Idle Media End of Roll For each user state, software control of the roll of media and consequent media movement is achieved using one of the following two control modes.
Page 106 Roll Media Theory of Operations rolls. The media shafts must be inserted in to the supply media roll and take-up media core before they can be loaded. The media shafts are inserted manually and are automat- ically locked in place by a spring-loaded media shaft drive couplers. In order to thread media from the supply roll to the take-up roll the operator uses a foot pedal to control the take-up media drive.
Page 107 Roll Media Theory of Operations The Cancel command returns the media tension bar to its original position (this is assum- ing the media has not been cut) to be ready for printing. The Load Media command as- sumes the media has been cut and therefore goes through the full Load media function. Media Manual Feed This enables the operator to advance or rewind loaded media using the foot-pedal controls in the initialized control mode.
Page 108: Roll Media Option Specifications
Roll Media Option Specifications Introduction The Roll Media Option available for the Océ Arizona 550 GT printer allows the use of various flexible media that are supplied on a roll. Specifications such as the print area available, supported media size and thickness, and the amount of waste associated with the use of roll media are indicated in this section.
Page 109 Roll Media Option Specifications Leader & End of Roll Waste Leader Waste: 560mm (22 inches) Leader waste is the amount of media that cannot be printed between the roll media platen and the take-up media roll. This waste is produced every time media is loaded, taped to the take-up core and initialized in preparation for the first print.
Page 110: Foot Pedal Switch Functions
Foot Pedal Switch Functions Foot Pedal Switch Functions Introduction The foot pedal switches are used to control the forward and reverse movement of media shafts. Summary of Dual Foot Pedal Switch Functions The following table indicates the foot pedal functions for various RMO states. It may help to think in terms of how you drive a car: left foot on the brake holds back, while right foot on the accelerator moves forward.
Page 111: Roll Media Manager
Roll Media Manager Roll Media Manager Introduction The Roll Media Manager is the area of the printer software where you prepare to print on roll media. With this menu you can load and unload media, change media type and parameters, and initialize the printer to prepare it to print on roll media. This section introduces the icons in the Roll Media Manager that are necessary to load and initialize a roll media print job.
Page 112 Roll Media Manager Roll Media Manager Menu Roll Media Manager Icons Icon Function Load Allows the operator to load new media. Set the foot pedal switches to the Load state. Unload Prepares the RMO to allow the operator to cut the existing media, remove it, and replace it with a new roll.
Page 113: How To Load Media
How to Load Media How to Load Media Introduction This section explains all of the actions associated with loading a new roll of media when the Roll Media Option is installed. It also specifies in detail how to perform particular actions.
Page 114 How to Load Media A: Load Supply Media Roll On a Media Shaft Place an empty media shaft on a suitable flat work area, positioned as shown, so that the hex key is inserted on the right side of the shaft to lock and unlock the core locks. [72] Unlock the Media Shaft Core Locks To unlock the media shaft core locks (1) turn counter-clockwise with the supplied 5mm hex key (2).
Page 115 How to Load Media Accurately center the media using the supplied ruler. Media should be centered within 1mm on the ruler (or 5mm if you use the edge detector sensor. [73] Ruler to Center Media Note: The supplied ruler has both metric (millimeters) and imperial (inches) scales. When a media roll is centered on the shaft, and the ruler is placed as shown in the photo, the value on the ruler scale will match the width of the roll.
Page 116 How to Load Media C: Thread the Media Select the Load icon from the Roll Media Manager. If you are going to print with "Print Side In", click the icon in the Roll Media manager ("Print Side Out" is the default so you do not need to select it unless you have recently used Print Side In).
Page 117 How to Load Media Thread the media under the media tension bar (Note that the media is threaded for Print Side Out in the photo below). [75] Thread Media Under Tension Bar (Print side out) Open the media access door at the top of the Roll Media unit, then reach down through the open door to grasp the media and feed it up and over the take-up roll.
Page 118 How to Load Media Check alignment of the media by feeding it down to the supply roll and make sure that the edge lines up with the edge of the supply roll. [77] Line Up Edge of Media to the Supply Roll Rewind the media by continually pressing down the left foot pedal until it is positioned where it can be taped to the take-up core.
Page 119 How to Load Media Tape the media onto the core. The media should have a clean straight edge prior to taping. First tape the center of the media to the core, and then tape both ends of the media. [78] Tape Media to the Take-up Roll Core Note: Ensure that the media is flat along the core.
Page 120 How to Load Media Result You are now ready to print. Refer to the How to Print on Roll Media section for instruc- tions Chapter 6 - How to Operate the Roll Media Option...
Page 121: How To Unload And Cut Media
How to Unload and Cut Media How to Unload and Cut Media Introduction This section explains all of the actions associated with how to cut and unload media when there is still some media left on the supply roll. Note: If the media supply roll is empty, simply remove the empty supply shaft and the take- up shaft.
Page 122 How to Unload and Cut Media B: Cut the Media Click on the Roll Manager icon to bring up the Roll Media Manager. Select the Unload icon in the Roll Media Manager to release the tension on the media so it can be cut. Cut the media with a blade along the cut guide.
Page 123: How To Set Up A Roll Media Job In Productionhouse
How to Set Up a Roll Media Job in ProductionHouse How to Set Up a Roll Media Job in ProductionHouse Introduction Print jobs can be specified as either a roll job (Roll) or a flatbed (Sheet) job in Production- House. The specification of either type of job can also be changed after the print job is transferred to the printer in the Print Jobs module.
Page 124 How to Set Up a Roll Media Job in ProductionHouse Note: If you don't set a hold in ProductionHouse, it is also possible to disable the Roll media print queue at the printer. To do this click on the Roll icon in the command toolbar of the Print Job module so that it become dim (grayed out).
Page 125: How To Print On Roll Media
How to Print on Roll Media How to Print on Roll Media Introduction If media is loaded and the Roll Media unit has been initialized, the printer is ready to print an image. Use the Print Job module and the Roll Media Manager to prepare and start the print.
Page 126 How to Print on Roll Media Attention: The red Emergency stop buttons do NOT stop the media transport when you print on roll media (they only stop gantry and carriage movement). If you encounter a situation where the roll media runs continuously without operator input, the only recourse is to shut off the printer's AC power switch.
Page 127 How to Print on Roll Media current values as default and automatically creates a unique media name based on the existing name. You can change the assigned name by selecting characters from the virtual keyboard. Note: Any changed parameter in the dialog window will be applied to the next roll media print job, even if the change was not saved.
Page 128 How to Print on Roll Media Note: The Media tension option allows you to choose the amount of force placed onto the media shafts to keep it tightly drawn as it moves through the RMO unit. The low tension setting is usually fine; however, if the media shows significant puckering across its entire width, the medium or high tension setting may be required.
Page 129: How To Determine Media Advance Correction
How to Determine Media Advance Correction How to Determine Media Advance Correction Introduction As roll media passes over the capstan, the stress can cause the thickness to deviate from its ideal, non-stressed state. This deviation can result in incorrect capstan encoder readings, and lead to discrepancies in the amount the media advanced during each print swath.
Page 130 How to Determine Media Advance Correction Before you begin If roll media is not correctly loaded, banding that looks like under/over stepping can result. If a media shows significant tension deviation across its width, or if it telescopes signifi- cantly (identifiable by the edges of the media on the Take-up roll), it is difficult to accu- rately find the correct MACF.
Page 131 How to Determine Media Advance Correction banding occurs can be performed, though it is usually not necessary). This is the low end of your MACF range. Note: With some media, the more dense (darker) colors may still show thin lines when the correction factor is close to being correct (due to edge of swath banding);...
Page 132: How To Use Media Edge Protectors
How to Use Media Edge Protectors How to Use Media Edge Protectors Introduction Some media tend to have dust and fiber that clings to the edge of the media roll. When released near the RMO (Roll Media Option) unit platen, these particles can find their way into the printhead nozzles and cause dropouts that reduce image quality and produce banding.
Page 133 How to Use Media Edge Protectors Bend the other two creases slightly so that they have a V shape when viewed, as illustrated in the side view figure below. [85] Side View of Media Protector Bend the height adjustor (small triangle in the top corner of the edge protector) slightly and then straighten it again.
Page 134 How to Use Media Edge Protectors Press down on the tape to fasten the protector in this position. [87] Edge Protector in Position Note: The adhesive on the edge protector can be re-used approximately ten times. If you find that it is not holding the protector in place, then use a new one. Result The media edge protectors will reduce the amount of fiber and other debris.
Page 135: How To Use The Static Suppression Upgrade Kit
Chapter 7 How to Use the Static Suppression Upgrade Kit...
Page 136: Reduce Static With A Static Suppression Kit
Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit Introduction The Océ Static Suppression Upgrade Kit is a Commercial Product that can be ordered as part # 3010106603. If you are experiencing static-related imaging problems this op- tional upgrade kit contains an ionizer bar that provides a solution to reduce static.
Page 137 Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit How to Activate the Static Suppression Ionizer Bar Press the Settings tab on the printer interface screen. Click on the Printer icon. If the Ionizer Bar option is set to Off, set it to ON (this option is not displayed if the ionizer bar is not installed).
Page 138 Reduce Static with a Static Suppression Kit Loosen the bracket mount screw and then slide the bracket up in the keyed slot to remove [89] Bracket Mounted Low Turn the bracket 180 degrees and then fit the other keyed slot over the bracket screw. Slide the bracket mount until the screw is located in the smaller end of the keyed slot.
Page 139: How To Work With White Ink
Chapter 8 How to Work With White...
Page 140: Operator Guidelines For White Ink
Operator Guidelines for White Ink Operator Guidelines for White Ink Introduction This chapter is necessary only if you have an Océ Arizona printer with the white ink option included. Due to the nature of the white ink, regular maintenance is required to keep the white printheads functioning properly.
Page 141: White Ink Workflow Overview
White Ink Workflow Overview White Ink Workflow Overview Introduction Océ Arizona printers with the White Ink Option provide under-printing for non-white media or objects, over-printing for backlit applications on transparent media and/or printing white as a spot color. This section describes how the printer provides white ink support, gives a summary of the workflow data preparation, and also shows some of the ways white ink can be used in print applications.
Page 142 White Ink Workflow Overview A Flood Fill layer is like an autofill that is done by the printer, where white data fills the entire bounding box (the rectangular area that defines the total perimeter) of the image. White Spot data can be defined in image editing applications such as Adobe Illustra- tor®...
Page 143 White Ink Workflow Overview White Ink Applications The following are some specific examples of the ways that the white ink workflow can be applied. Backlit Application The backlit application involves printing onto a transparent or translucent material and mounting the finished piece onto a light box or location where illumination from behind is possible.
Page 144: How To Configure Productionhouse For White Ink
How to Configure ProductionHouse for White Ink How to Configure ProductionHouse for White Ink Introduction This section describes how to configure ProductionHouse to recognize white ink workflow elements and thus allow you to apply the approach that is best for your print job applica- tion.
Page 145 How to Configure ProductionHouse for White Ink In your Quick Set, or in Preflight/Job Properties/Postscript turn off two-stage processing (make sure the box is not checked). [94] Turn off Two Stage Processing Result ProductionHouse is now prepared to accept print jobs with white ink data. Chapter 8 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 146: Quickstart
Note: Sample Media models for white ink are available for download from the DGS website: www.dgs.oce.com/. These media are documented later in this chapter (see How to Use Media Models to Print With White Ink). How to Print a Simple Job Using White Ink Open an image of your choice using the media with a Quality-Layered print mode.
Page 147 QuickStart To define a white flood layer, modify the printer settings of a processed job in RIP Queue - right click the job, edit printer settings, select Quality-Layered for the Printer Print mode, then select Define Layers If you want to print first surface (e.g. opaque media) the bottom and middle layers can be configured to be white flood layers and the top layer to be a CMYK data layer.
Page 148: How To Prepare White Ink Print Jobs
How to Create a White Flood Fill Layer How to Prepare White Ink Print Jobs How to Create a White Flood Fill Layer Introduction When working with white ink you can choose the workflow that best fits your needs. There are three main approaches to white ink workflow with your printer: Flood Fill Layer - uses the Flood Fill Layer Configuration.
Page 149 How to Create a White Flood Fill Layer Note: The file must be sized at the final output dimensions required for the flood. Define one of the data layers as a white flood layer. To define a layer as a white flood layer first select Quality-Layered as the Printer Print Mode, then select Define Layers and finally define a white flood layer.
Page 150: How To Create Spot Data With The Spot Layer Tool
How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool Introduction In this section, you’ll learn how to access and set up the Spot Layer Tool. The tool provides a variety of options for generation of spot layers, and you may want to explore them with a sample file of your own to familiarize yourself with the functionality.
Page 151 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool white data in more than the mask area, you will need to set up a different background color not used anywhere else in the file to use as your mask. This must be done in an image-editing program prior to bringing the image into the Spot Layer Tool.
Page 152 Illustrator so that it will be recognized by the Spot Layer Tool and then printed as white by the printer. Download Application Bulletin 22 from the Customer Support web site: www.dgs.oce.com/. Chapter 8 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 153 How to Create Spot Data with the Spot Layer Tool How to Access the Spot Layer Tool Open a print job in Preflight. Select the Color Corrections tab. Click on Tools and select Spot Layer Tool. This will open the feature set. Note: If the Enable checkbox won't activate, the media you used to open the job has not been configured with the Quality-Layered print mode.
Page 154: How To Create White Spot Data In Photoshop
How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop Introduction This section explains how to prepare images that include white spot data with raster-based image editing applications such as Adobe Photoshop®. In order to print with white ink, you must have a media properly configured for the use of white spot data (see the section, How to Create a Media for White Ink).
Page 155 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop How to Prepare an Image in Photoshop Use the following steps to create a new spot channel layer: Open the desired file in PhotoShop (if the file is in RGB mode, then convert it to CMYK mode).
Page 156 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop Name – Enter the name “Spot 1”. This name is specifically reserved in RIP-Queue for this type of workflow, using any other name requires more steps to make spot in- formation addressed by the Rip software. Note: For instructions on how to use a naming convention other than Spot 1, refer to the sub-section at the end of this section "Naming Your Spot Data".
Page 157 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop [103] Flood 100 PSD [102] Flood 50 PSD In some cases, it may be easier to select the area in which you don't want any white ink data and then select the inverse. [104] Select [105] Select Inverse It is also possible to edit the spot channel much as you would any other data in a Photo-...
Page 158 How to Create White Spot Data in Photoshop If you intend to use this file in a vector-based program such as Illustrator, save it as a .PSD file in order for all channel information to be carried over. The white spot color is printed in the order it appears in the Channels palette, with the spot channel printing underneath CMYK data.
Page 159: How To Create White Spot Data In Illustrator
How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Introduction This section explains how to prepare images that include white spot data with vector- based image editing applications such as Adobe Illustrator®. In order to print with white ink, you must first have a media properly configured for the use of white spot data (‘How to Configure ProductionHouse for White Ink’...
Page 160 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Within the Add Swatch dialog, enter the following information: [107] New Swatch [108] New Swatch Name Name – Enter the name “Spot 1”. Note: For instructions on how to use a naming convention other than Spot 1, refer to the sub-section at the end of this section "Naming Your Spot Data".
Page 161 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator [109] Color Swatch [110] Spot Swatch Use the new swatch for any objects or fills which need to be printed with white ink. Clicking on new spot color swatch will make this the default fill color for this document. Select element you would like to be treated with Spot information and choose the fill swatch.
Page 162 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Select the white ink object or objects that you want to overprint and place these above the image data layer that you would like to print. Or if you want them on the same layer the white ink objects should be in front of the image data.
Page 163 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Note: While it is possible to set Overprint opacity levels less than 100%, ProductionHouse software only processes full opacity data. The opacity of regular knockout white data can be set as desired. [113] Overprint Attributes The images below shows white spot data with knockout and overprinting.
Page 164 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Note: When processing this file in ProductionHouse, media layers must be set up with a spot layer to represent this data, as Illustrator identifies this as a Spot, rather than a flood layer. [116] Pixel Preview Flood How to Place Raster Images in Illustrator Begin by placing the desired file.
Page 165 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Once the file has been brought into program, click the Embed button to place it in the Illustrator document. This step is necessary in order to make use of all channel data contained in the file.
Page 166 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator [120] Select Clipping [121] Copied Path Then move the new layer outside of the group it is in to un-link it from the clipping path. [122] Moved Channel Once outside the group, make sure path is selected and fill it with your Spot 1 color. Chapter 8 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 167 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Once that is done, replace path in the group above the image and clipping layers. Ensure that Overprint is turned on. [123] Replace path in Group Save the file. Note: In testing, we have found the .eps file format to be the best. However, Postscript and PDF files will work as well, but may require some additional setup.
Page 168 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Create a box around your image using the Rectangle Tool or other appropriately shaped box tool. Make sure this new box is selected and select Fill swatch located at the bottom of the Il- lustrator toolbar.
Page 169 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator How to Name Your Spot Data In order for ProductionHouse to correctly distinguish and address Spot data, naming conventions for this data must be adhered to both in the image editing creation stage and the Rip.
Page 170 How to Create White Spot Data in Illustrator Open file in Preflight and access the Color Management/Edit Profiles tab. Click on Spot Channel Replacement box. [127] Spot Channel Replacement Enter the new name in PostScript Spot Color Name in Spot 1 space. Click OK to save your settings.
Page 171: How To Print With White Ink
DGS web site. These media models can be found at www.dgs.oce.com/ in the Customer Support area. Note that the names of these models contain a specific printer model, although they will work for all printers with the white ink option.
Page 172 How to Use Media Models Note: ProductionHouse also allows you to create Media Groups that contain various Media Models. You can create a group that contains media models with different settings for the same physical material. Or you can group together various media models that have something in common, for example the five media described in this section belong to the group "WhiteInkUsageMedias".
Page 173 How to Use Media Models [130] Day/Night Print Reflection When you process a print job in ProductionHouse with this media model as provided, the job information displayed in the printer's Print Job Control module will appear as follows: [131] Day/Night Parameters Select the Layers button in the Job Control module to activate a graphical representation of the Print Layers that allows you to verify the layer order.
Page 174 How to Use Media Models in Production House, or it can be set up with Onyx Preflight Spot Layer Tool. To re- purpose the model for use with flood fill, access the drop-down menu and change from Spot to Flood Data. If a Flood Fill layer has been defined, no additional file preparation is required to activate white printing.
Page 175 How to Use Media Models Backlit Application on Clear Substrate Download file: Oce_Arizona_350_GT_WhiteInk_ClearBacklit.OML This media model is intended for use when you print data for backlit viewing on clear materials. Clear materials do not provide any light diffusion, which is often desired for more pleasing presentation on non-diffused light sources.
Page 176 How to Use Media Models If you want to re-use this media model for images to be viewed from the front, or print surface, simply re-order the layers with flood fill at the bottom and turn off Print Reflec- tion. When you process a print job in ProductionHouse with this media model as provided, the job information displayed in the Arizona 350 GT Print Job Control module will appear as follows:...
Page 177 How to Use Media Models [140] Define Layers When you process a print job in ProductionHouse with this media model as provided, the job information displayed in the Arizona 350 GT Print Job Control module will appear as follows: [141] Parameters Select the Layers button in the Job Control module to activate a graphical representation of the Print Layers that allows you to verify the layer order.
Page 178 How to Use Media Models color and then subsequently address it with white Spot data within Preflight’s Spot Layer Tool. [143] Setup Spot Color [144] Mode Options When you process a print job in ProductionHouse with this media model as provided, the job information displayed in the Print Job Control screen will appear as follows: Chapter 8 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 179 How to Use Media Models [145] Parameters Chapter 8 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 180: How To Create A Media For White Ink Print Jobs
DGS web site in the Customer Support area at www.dgs.oce.com/. These media models provide a good start point for the white ink workflow. However, we recommend that you create your own new ones to ensure optimal success with your particular white ink workflow.
Page 181 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Note: The term "media" can be confusing as it really has two meanings in the context of your Onyx workflow. In general use it refers to a physical material that you can print on. ProductionHouse uses the term media to refer to the definition of how a particular material is used and included within a media model that you define and then use when you open a print job.
Page 182 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs How to Create a Media Model for White Ink From the Home page in Media Manager click > Create Profiles > Create Media Select the Media Group (or create a new one) and enter a Media Name, then click > Next.
Page 183 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Click > Insert to add “Spot 1” to the Spot Color Setup dialog. [148] Insert Spot1 If you want to change the preview color of your spot layer, highlight “Spot 1” and click >...
Page 184 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Note: The printer only has one available white ink spot channel, so do not insert a second spot or the Rip will treat files using this configuration as separations. Click > OK. At this point, the media you have created can be used in Preflight to view and Rip files for white ink output.
Page 185 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs In Basic Mode Settings, click on Mode Options. [150] Mode Options In the Mode Options window, select the Quality-Layered Print Mode. Click OK to save these settings and close the window. [151] Define Layers Chapter 8 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 186 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Once you select a mode the Define Layers button appears under the Printer Print Mode. [152] Define Layers Click on Define Layers to open this dialog and the following window should appear. [153] Define Layers This is where you can set up how you want the ink to behave in each layer.
Page 187 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs drop down menu and click on the Custom tab to the right of this. This action will bring up the Define Single Layer window. [154] Define [155] Define Single Layer Note: The data used in the white spot layer needs to comes from the spot data found in the image you have created in an image editing program such as Adobe Illustrator.
Page 188 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Configure White Flood Layers If you want to create linearizations and ICC profiles with a white underlay, we recommend you configure one or more flood fill white layers for white based on the desired opacity for your application and one layer for CMYK data.
Page 189 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs in the Advanced tab in the Spot field. In testing, we have found this value is usually ac- ceptable if left at 100%. [157] Set Ink Restrictions If you are printing on clear materials make sure the opacity is acceptable as well as exhibit- ing no over-inking artifacts.
Page 190 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Note: If you use a strip device such as the Gretag-MacBeth EyeOne, you may get invalid readings for the white data. To ensure that you get usable spot data points for each measurement, you will need to use the data from the black channel.
Page 191 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs Set Ink Limits To print the Ink Limits swatch: Click > Print Swatch and determine Ink Limits as usual. Look for bleed in the columns and choose a value where you can eliminate waste ink. Click>...
Page 192 How to Create a Media for White Ink Print Jobs media from Rip-Queue. Remember that changes to the layer order and ink color usage may also be made on a per job basis from Rip-Queue. Right click on the desired file then choose Edit/Printer Settings.
Page 193: How To Create And Use Quick Sets
How to Create and Use Quick Sets How to Create and Use Quick Sets Introduction This section describes how to create and use Quick Sets. A Quick Set contains a set of printer configuration parameters that are defined and then saved for use with print jobs that will benefit from that particular set of parameters.
Page 194 How to Create and Use Quick Sets Get Media and Page Size from Printer Unselect "Get Media and Page Size From Printer" so that you can select the media, print mode, and layer definitions to be associated with the Quick Set. First select a media name that contains a Quality Layered Printer Print Mode, then verify/select a Print Mode that contains a Quality Layered Print Mode "...
Page 195 How to Create and Use Quick Sets How to Create or Edit a Quick Set for White Ink In ProductionHouse RIP-Queue select your printer, and click on the Configure Printer button. This opens the Configure Printer dialog. From the Quick Sets tab, select the Quick Set you want to edit or copy (or select New to build one from defaults).
Page 196 How to Create and Use Quick Sets Chapter 8 - How to Work With White Ink...
Page 197: Chapter 9 Ink System Management
Chapter 9 Ink System Management...
Page 198: Arizona Printer Inks
Application Bulletin 28 - "Selecting Appropriate Océ Ink for Your Applications: Océ IJC255 or Océ IJC256" on the customer support web site at www.dgs.oce.com/. These inks have very little odor, but for optimal safety some ventilation is needed. The printer should operate in an area where a good standard of general ventilation is available at 5 to 10 air changes per hour.
Page 199 Arizona Printer Inks The printer is optimized for the specific UV-curable ink supplied by Océ Display Graphics Systems. The ink is supplied to the printer in 2 liter collapsible bags that are loaded into the printer by means of quick-change connectors that are bonded into the top corner.
Page 200 Arizona Printer Inks Attention: Do not install inks that are not certified by Océ Display Graphics Systems for use in this printer, as this may result in poor quality prints, uncured ink in the finished prints and permanent damage to the ink pumps, filters, ink lines or printheads. Note: The UV lamp power settings can be lowered to reduce warping of some media.
Page 201 MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for each color of ink and the UV Flush are available on the customer web site at: www.dgs.oce.com/. The information on these sheets is more detailed than the material found in the section titled "Safety Guidelines for Ink Materials"...
Page 202: How To Change Ink Bags
How to Change Ink Bags How to Change Ink Bags Introduction The ink is supplied to the printer in 2 liter bags. The bags have a non-spill coupler bonded into the top corner. When installing onto the printer, the bags are inverted and the quick connect couplers are pushed into their corresponding female coupling - opening up the flow path for the ink.
Page 203 How to Change Ink Bags Illustration [161] Remove the Quick-Release Coupler How To Change an Ink Bag Attention: For personal safety, we recommend that the operator always wear nitrile gloves, a protective apron, and safety glasses with side shields when handling inks. Open the clear plastic door on the Ink Station.
Page 204 How to Change Ink Bags Note: If you place a bag in the wrong ink station (for example, yellow ink in the black ink station) the display will show an error message and the printer will not print until the correct bag is installed.
Page 205: Error Handling And Troubleshooting
Chapter 10 Error Handling and Trou- bleshooting...
Page 206: Troubleshooting Overview
Troubleshooting Overview Troubleshooting Overview Introduction This section covers general problems that may occur with the printer. Malfunctions that trigger system error messages can be caused by human error, a system malfunction, an interface cable malfunction, mechanical printer malfunction and/or printer firmware failure.
Page 207 Troubleshooting Overview tion. The printer relies on this service for primary branch protection. If the printer is without power, check the local supply voltage and verify that it is set correctly. Example 2 Drops of Ink Appear on the Media Check that the ink valves on top of the carriage are all open.
Page 208: How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs
How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs How To Improve Quality When Banding Occurs Introduction Banding can occur in an image for a number of reasons. Typically it occurs due to neighboring nozzles that do not fire or multiple nozzles that fire with poor directionality. This can occur if the printer sits idle for an extended period of time (e.g., overnight or longer), or if debris has been picked up from the media or table by a printhead.
Page 209: Printer Maintenance
Chapter 11 Printer Maintenance...
Page 210: Maintenance Guidelines
Maintenance Guidelines Maintenance Guidelines Introduction The printer operator is responsible for the regular maintenance of the printer. This section provides detailed information about what is required for proper printer maintenance. While Océ Display Graphics Systems furnishes guidelines for periodic maintenance, the optimum maintenance schedule evolves from careful observation of your printer over a period of use.
Page 211 Maintenance Guidelines Note: Do not bump the carriage or gantry as this can cause dropouts in the printhead nozzles. A hard bump can break the miniscus vaccum in the ink lines and thus allow air into the lines, which blocks the nozzle until a purge is performed. Also some procedures, such as Printhead Maintennce, require that you slide open the door to access the maintenance station.
Page 212: Maintenance Procedures
You may also need to install a humidifier if humidity is below the re- quired minimum defined in the Océ Arizona 550 GT Site Preparation Guide (30% to 70%, Non-condensing is the suggested range for operating the printer).
Page 213 Clean Carriage Underside Caution: The underside of the UV lamps may be hot, avoid touching them. Illustration [162] Ink Removal Technique How to Clean the Carriage Underside Slide the maintenance station cover plate out from under the carriage to reveal the maintenance station.
Page 214 Clean Carriage Underside Proceed to the next space between printheads and slide the clean area of cloth along the metal plate. Repeat steps 3 to 6 until all ink is removed from the spaces between printheads. Use a new cloth wipe, if necessary. Slide the maintenance station cover to the closed position.
Page 215: Printhead Maintenance
Printhead Maintenance Printhead Maintenance Introduction The Maintenance Station is located below the carriage. Printhead Maintenance takes place while the carriage is parked. The station is covered by a sliding door that has an open grid in the center that allows any waste ink to drip down through the station and into the waste tray.
Page 216 Printhead Maintenance Before you begin Make sure the carriage is in the parked position. The carriage and gantry automatically return to this position after an image is printed. Do not move the carriage or gantry from this position as this will disable the ink pumps and thus prevent the performance of an ink purge, which is necessary for printhead maintenance.
Page 217 Printhead Maintenance Maintenance Station Switches There are 3 switches inside of the maintenance station . They can be operated in any order. For example, you can press the second switch to raise the carriage to remove debris from the underside of the carriage even when a purge is not required. Switch 1 to purge ink Switch 2 to raise carriage Switch 3 to activate suction pump...
Page 218 Printhead Maintenance Press switch 3 to turn on the suction pump. Pick up the suction-head from the tray at the left end of the maintenance station. Wipe the suction-head with a new, clean lint-free wipe to remove any particles that could damage the nozzles in the printheads. [164] Clean Suction-Head Note: In the next step, start with the left printhead and work to the right as this limits the pos-...
Page 219 Printhead Maintenance Note: During maintenance, be careful not to touch the nozzle plates as this can damage the printhead. Slide the maintenance station cover back to its closed position. The carriage will move back to its previous print-ready height. Note: Close the cover slowly to avoid disturbing the ink vacuum.
Page 220 Printhead Maintenance Note: This is an extreme example to illustrate the problem. In most cases you will likely see only two or three nozzles out. [166] Nozzle Check Print Magenta Section How to Correct Nozzle Dropouts If there are only a few nozzle dropouts per printhead try suctioning the affected printheads again without purging.
Page 221 Printhead Maintenance Maintenance for Select Printheads On the top of the carriage there are 4 ink purge valves (5 with the white ink option). If you have performed a printhead maintenance and find that one or more printheads require additional maintenance, turn off the valves of all the other colors. Perform all of the steps for printhead maintenance again, but only on the affected print- heads.
Page 222: Swab Printheads
Swab Printheads Swab Printheads Introduction To ensure optimal print quality, it is important to periodically clean the printheads with a swab to remove any excess ink or any debris that was not removed by Printhead Main- tenance. Purpose Important Caution: To maintain print quality it is very important to swab the printheads at least once a week, or more frequently, if required.
Page 223 Swab Printheads Attention: Never "scrub" the printhead with a swab as this will drag debris into other nozzles. Always slowly move the swab across the printhead with the swab at a slight angle and not perpendicular to the printhead. Never use Isopropyl alcohol to clean the printheads. Do not allow swabs to be contaminated with any dust or dirt prior to use.
Page 224 Swab Printheads How to Swab a Single Printhead Note: Swab one printhead at a time to reduce ink waste during the purge and also to minimize ink spill on your hand and arm. In order to achieve the most effective swab, it is best to swab immediately after a purge while the ink is still dripping from the printheads.
Page 225 Swab Printheads Note: It is important to ensure the flush-soaked swab contacts only the nozzle face of the printhead. [170] Swab the Yellow Printhead Rotate the swab by 180 degrees and repeat the previous step. Discard the swab and repeat Steps 2 to 6 for all the other printheads (if needed). Perform Printhead Maintenance.
Page 226: How To Clean The Uv Lamp Filter
How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter Introduction The top of the housings for the left and right UV lamps contain a filter that keeps dust and other airborne particles from entering the lamp housings. If the filter becomes clogged with dust and debris it can cause overheating of the lamps.
Page 227 How to Clean the UV Lamp Filter Clean the UV Lamp Filter Wait for the lamp fans to stop to ensure the housing has cooled down. Remove the lamp filter by first lifting one corner, then bend it in the center by placing your finger under the filter and lift it away from the power connector and off the lamp housing.
Page 228: How To Remove Ink
How to Remove Ink How to Remove Ink Introduction How often you need to perform these procedures will vary, depending on printer usage and work habits. Remove ink from the table and other metal surfaces: Remove ink from the table whenever necessary. If the ink is not cured, you can wipe it up with a paper towel or lint-free cloth.
Page 229 How to Remove Ink How to Remove Cured Ink from the Table Scrape any cured ink from the surface of the table with a scraper (or a razor blade in a holder). Note: Do not use a scraper on any of the printer skin surfaces or the Maintenance Station as this will scratch the finish.
Page 230: Empty The Ink Waste Tray
Empty the Ink Waste Tray Empty the Ink Waste Tray Introduction The waste tray is located below the Maintenance Station. It accumulates ink that has dripped from the printheads or ink waste that results from a purge when performing Printhead Maintenance or Swabbing the Printheads. The ink drops onto a sloped drain plate at the base of the Maintenance Station and drains from there into the waste tray.
Page 231 Empty the Ink Waste Tray Place a suitable empty container that holds at least 1 liter under the waste tray drain. [172] Waste Tray Valve Turn the valve on the waste tray until it starts to drain the waste material. Shut off the valve when ink no longer drains out (or if the container become full).
Page 232: Fill The Coolant Reservoir
Fill the Coolant Reservoir Fill the Coolant Reservoir Introduction The coolant is a thermal fluid used to maintain the temperature of the ink in the printheads and ink reservoirs on the carriage. Temperature control of the ink is required in order to achieve the correct ink viscosity, which affects the jetting velocity of the ink and thus the quality of printed images.
Page 233 Fill the Coolant Reservoir Coolant Attention: When the coolant level is below the center of the site-tube the printer software will display a warning and shut down any print jobs. Make sure that you keep the coolant level near the top at all times to avoid stopping in the middle of a print job. Illustration [173] Fill the Coolant Reservoir Fill the Coolant Reservoir...
Page 234 Fill the Coolant Reservoir Insert the hose into the coolant reservoir. Press on the syringe plunger to inject the fluid. Inject the entire contents of the syringe. Repeat, if necessary, until the coolant level shows full on the sight tube. Note: Do not overfill the coolant as this can cause temperature variations.
Page 235: Replace The Spit Catcher Foam Pad
Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad Introduction The Spit Catcher consists of a slotted cover for the Maintenance Station drawer and a foam pad that is held in place under the drawer. The Spit Catcher is necessary for IJC2555 white ink and also for all five of the newer Océ...
Page 236 Replace the Spit Catcher Foam Pad Reach under the end of the door and pull on the spring-loaded knob while you hold the spit catcher metal base in place. [174] Open Spit Catcher Swing the metal base on its bracket part way down to reveal the pad. Remove the spit catcher foam pad and replace it with a new one.
Page 237: Clean Gantry Rails
Clean Gantry Rails Clean Gantry Rails Introduction Dust and debris can accumulate on the gantry rails, which run along the length of the table. The bearings that run on the rails are equipped with shields that are designed to keep debris from entering the bearing housing. After a period of time and use, debris can accumulate on the outside of the bearing shields as the gantry travels along the table.
Page 238 Clean Gantry Rails [177] Dust on the gantry rail When to do If you notice any dirt or ink on the gantry rails, or an accumulation of debris on the grey rail bearing shields, clean them immediately with a Poly-Wipe lint-free cloth. Note: Gently wipe dirt or debris from the gantry rails or bearing shields to avoid removing the lubricating grease.
Page 239: How To Change Ink Filters
If you see ink in any of the 0.2 micron filters, refer to Customer Application Bulletin 18, How to Bleed Air From an Ink Filter, available from www.dgs.oce.com/. Before you begin IMPORTANT! Open the sliding maintenance station door to disable the ink pumps.
Page 240 How to Change Ink Filters Attention: A clogged ink filter can result in damage to your printer's ink system. Particulate matter buildup in the ink can cause problems that will require a service call. Be sure to change all ink filters every 12 months to avoid such problems. How to Change an Ink Filter Open the sliding maintenance station door to disable ink pumps.
Page 241 How to Change Ink Filters Use a lint-free cloth to catch ink, and place it under the filter. Then turn the bleed cap (white cap in the red circle in the photo below) counter-clockwise to release pressure, then close it again. [179] Invert the Ink Filter Remove the ink filter from the metal retainer clips.
Page 242 How to Change Ink Filters Insert the new ink filter in the metal retainer clips in the upright position (this means that the white bleed cap is at the bottom). Be careful not to pinch the ink lines. Final Steps Check the new filter to make sure there are no ink leaks.
Page 243: How To Change A Uv Lamp Bulb
How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Introduction Your Océ Arizona printer uses two UV lamps, one on each side of the carriage, to cure the UV ink during printing. The bulbs in these UV lamps have a limited lifetime and must be replaced by the operator if they fail or when they can no longer cure the ink at maximum available power.
Page 244 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Caution: These UV lamp bulbs contain mercury, and if they are broken the vapor is toxic if inhaled. The lamp bulbs must be disposed of according to local environmental regulations. How to Remove the Lamp Housing Remove the safety fence by lifting it straight up and then away from the carriage.
Page 245 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Swing the UV lamp housing interlock safety arm out of the way: [182] Interlock Safety Arm first lift it straight up to the height of the blue connector; then angle it away from the connector as you raise it higher; and finally swing the arm back over the connector and past the raised part of the lamp housing.
Page 246 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Rotate the shutter motor dampener until the UV shutters are open. [183] Rotate shutter motor dampener Open the two UV light shields located at both ends of the UV lamp by rotating them fully in the counter-clockwise direction.
Page 247 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb Disconnect both UV lamp cables by first loosening the screw lock and then pulling the lock away from the connectors. [185] Remove connectors Ease the bulb out of the retainer clips, one end at a time and then remove it from the housing.
Page 248 How to Change a UV Lamp Bulb How to Replace the Lamp Housing Wipe both sides of the quartz window in the bottom of the UV lamp housing bucket with an alcohol wipe. Place the housing back into the carriage bucket. Replace the old filter that was removed from the top of the housing with a new one.
Page 249: How To Maintain White Ink
How to Maintain White Ink How to Maintain White Ink Introduction Printers with the White Ink Option require care and maintenance to ensure that the white printheads function properly. White ink is re-circulated in the system to limit any settling of the ink. For this to take place, the printer must be left powered On at all times.
Page 250 How to Maintain White Ink How to Agitate the White Ink Bag If you do not agitate the white ink bag at least once a month, you will see a message on the printer display that reminds you to agitate it. You will not be able to use the printer until this is done.
Page 251: Roll Media Option Maintenance
RMO Maintenance Guidelines Introduction The Océ Arizona 550 GT operator is responsible for the regular maintenance of the printer and, if it is installed, the roll media option. When the RMO unit is kept clean and free of blemishes and defects, you will be ensured of accurate media transport and optimal print quality.
Page 252: How To Clean The Rubber Capstan
How to Clean the Rubber Capstan How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Introduction The capstan is a rubber-coated roller that helps to track and guide the media position. It has an encoder at one end and a brake at the other. The capstan must be kept clean and its rubber surface free of blemishes or defects to ensure accurate media transport and op- timal print quality.
Page 253 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Removing Solid Debris Dust the surface of the capstan using a Swiffer or other lint-free brush or cloth. Surface may be brushed in any direction. [187] Remove lint, dust, paper particles and debris Removing Stains (coffee, tea, soda pop, etc.) Supplies Needed: Rubber gloves, soap, hot water, and lint-free cloth.
Page 254 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Removing Uncured Ink Supplies needed: Nitrile gloves, safety goggles with side shields, several absorbent clothes, and Isopropyl Alcohol (95% pure). Put on gloves and goggles. [188] Ink Spill on Capstan Chapter 11 - Printer Maintenance...
Page 255 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Wipe up the majority of the ink by blotting with the absorbent cloth. [189] Wipe up ink with cloth Wet a new absorbent cloth with alcohol and wipe up the remaining ink. [190] Wet fresh cloth with alcohol Chapter 11 - Printer Maintenance...
Page 256 How to Clean the Rubber Capstan Note: It may be difficult to tell whether or not all the ink has left the surface. Continue to wet and wipe the capstan surface until the cloth does not show any sign of ink color. [191] Wipe up remainder of ink Allow adequate time for capstan to dry.
Page 257: Application Information
Appendix A Application Information...
Page 258: Application Resources On The Web Site
Hints and Tips, Media Recommendations, Media Models, MSDS information, Customer Application Bulletins, and more. To access this information, navigate to: www.dgs.oce.com/ then select Printer Support - Customer Access. There is a Media Notes document that contains useful information about printing on...
Page 259 Application Resources on the Web Site The Customer Application Bulletins posted on the web site deal with many aspects of handling and managing media and printing with your Arizona printer. At the time of this publication, the following bulletins were available to view or download: Application Bulletin 1 - New Media Profiles Available Application Bulletin 2 - How to Select A Media Model and ICC Profile Application Bulletin 3 - How to Achieve Optimal UV Lamp Power...
Page 260 Application Resources on the Web Site Customer Support The information found on the Océ Customer support web site is based on our experience with the Océ Arizona printers. It is offers suggestions or solutions for dealing with various situations. Since this information is subject to change and more new material is added as it becomes available, please check the web site occasionally for the most current informa- tion.
Page 261 Index Index Flatbed button Flatbed button ..........83 foot switch AC power foot switch ............102 AC power ............73 AC power plug AC power plug ..........73 Alphanumeric input Alphanumeric input ........51 Gantry Rails Gantry Rails ..........237 Graphical User Interface Graphical User Interface .........49 Banding Banding...
Page 262 Index Media Adhesion ..........97 Media shaft Media shaft ..........102 Media Storage Reduce Artifacts Media Storage ..........95 Reduce Artifacts ..........99 media thickness RMO hardware media thickness ..........83 RMO hardware ..........102 MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) RMO print speeds MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) ....201 RMO print speeds ........108...
Page 263 Index Vacuum Bleed Valve Vacuum Bleed Valve ........45, 87 Vacuum Overlay Vacuum Overlay ..........86 Vacuum Pump Timeout Vacuum Pump Timeout .........86 Vacuum System Vacuum System ..........86 Vacuum Zone Control Vacuum Zone Control ........45 Vacuum Zones Vacuum Zones .........83, 86 VariaDot VariaDot ............18 Ventilation...

Oce Arizona 550 GT User Manual

Chapter 1 Introduction

Chapter 2 Product Overview

Chapter 3 Safety Information

Chapter 4

Chapter 5 How to Operate the Océ Arizona 550 GT

Chapter 6 How to Operate the Roll Media Option

Chapter 7 How to Use the Static Suppression Upgrade Kit

Chapter 8 How to Work with White Ink

Chapter 9 Ink System Management

Chapter 10 Error Handling and Troubleshooting

Appendix A Application Information

Quick Links

Troubleshooting

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