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HP 72SI, 98SI manual Getting Started

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CHAPTER 1

Getting Started

This chapter shows you how to get started using your printer. It includes these topics:

◆Operating Requirements (page 1-2)

◆Unpacking and Assembly (page 1-7)

◆Workflow Overview (page 1-8)

◆Parts Overview (page 1-10)

◆Special Features (page 1-15)

Getting Started

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HP 72SI, 98SI manual Getting Started

Contents

Part Number DisplayMaker Legacy 72SI, 98SILegal notices Revision Description Revision LogIii DOC Canada Regulatory StatementsTelecommunications Network Statement About This Manual Ink and Media, shows you how to install ink and mediaHinweis ConventionsVorsicht ViiViii Table of Contents Ink and Media Maintaining the Printer Calibrating the PrinterReport Individual Bad Jets Clear Individual Bad Jets Troubleshooting Technical SpecificationsIndex XiiGetting Started Getting StartedElectrical Environmental Operating RequirementsOperating Requirements Important Operating NotesOperating Requirements Safety Warnings Operating Requirements Unpacking and Assembly Unpacking and AssemblyWorkflow Overview Power Up the Printer Daily StartupPrint server RIPs the job 600x300 PrintingServer sends the image to the printer for printing Workflow OverviewFront view Parts OverviewParts Overview Index DescriptionPinch rollers grip the media during loading and printing Parts Overview Dryer fan positions Rigid sheet-fed Roll-fed to takeupSpecial Features Special FeaturesPrintheads Ink System Calibration Automatic color calibration uses an onboard photodiode Media HandlingPerformance and Ease-of-Use Special Features Overview Front Navigation Keys Menu Menu Tree Using the Control PanelReady Screen Front Menu OverviewReady Status Screen Front Menu Overview TipFront Front Media Info, Ink Info screensFront Front Key Description Navigation KeysCalibrate Printer MenuMenu Takeup Tension adjusts the media takeup tension, which Automatically disabled after all calibration prints are finAlly monitors the supply spool to detect when it runs out Media. You can use this menu option to disable media outDrying Delay a drying delay slows throughput media Weight media such as paper or fabricsSelect the shortest delay that permits complete drying Excess Ink Sensor enables you to disable the excess inkMargin Settings Expert/Novice Messages Novice mode presents Warn Maintenance Service Printer User Diagnostics Print Menu Tree Menu Tree Menu TreeService Printer MaintenanceUser Diagnostics Calibrate PrinterMedia InkInk and Media Ink System Overview Idle Jet Maintenance Print mode menu appears, with these options Selecting a Print Mode General Printing Tips Checking Jet Health Checking Jet HealthTo purge-n-wipe all sixteen printheads Print Prime Bars Purge-n-Wipe PrintheadsPressure is applied to each printhead, but a possible Print Jet-Out LinesSide effect of repeated single-color purges is clogged Jets in other colors. Repeated single-color purgesLoading Ink When to Load InkLoading a Full Ink Box Off OKLoading Ink Connect the ink supply tube to the ink boxLoading Ink Cap the Printheads Capping PrintheadsCapping the Printheads Since some ink may spill from the film-wrapped cap Your hands during this procedurePing station, wear latex gloves to prevent staining Press the ! Proceed key to uncap the printheadsPrint the prime bars Press the ! Proceed keyPurge the printheads Supply only Loading Roll-Fed MediaLoading Roll-Fed Media Spool sleeveLoading Roll-Fed Media Below. This enables you to print on either side of the media Media settings Loading Roll-Fed Media Press the ! key to continue Control panel displays a numeric keypad Tip Unloading and Cutting Roll-Fed Media Unloading Cutting Roll-Fed MediaMotor by installing the takeup spool pin release tool Pin by installing the spool backwards, with the pinDisabling the supply-out detection feature Media to buckle or causing other media feed probRespool Media Respooling MediaRespooling Media Press the ! Proceed key to respool the media Loading Rigid Media 13. Media settings Loading Rigid Media Press the ! key Enter the length of the media16. Using the pinch roller release block If the media is not square opposite edges parallel Push the media up against the media alignment toolWith 90 degree corners, you can align it with Fence on the input rear table. First, ensure thatFor tips on printing edge-to-edge, see Edge-to-Edge Reloading Rigid Media Reloading Rigid Media 18. Reload mediaMacDermid ColorSpan has developed an extensive Contact Technical Services at 800 925-0563 orSet of tips and techniques for printing on rigid Media, including edge-to-edge and double-sidedFrom Menu Printer Settings Margin Settings, set Printer SetupFrom Menu Printer Settings Print Position, center Media PropertiesLoading and Squaring the Media Media Properties Example Document Design23. Edge-to-edge printing terminology Printer SetupIf you set the overprint distance to a smaller number Media skew before displaying the error messageThere will be less skew tolerance before the printer Reports too much skew. If you set a larger overprintMedia Wizard Media Wizard To return to the Media Wizard menu, press the ! Proceed keyMedia Wizard Press ! to select a setting, or to cancel Press the , or keys repeatedly to select a settingSetting Heater Temperatures Setting Heater Temperatures Calibrating the Printer Calibrating the PrinterOr Manual Jet Mapping When to CalibratePrinter prints an AutoJet report AutoJetAutoJet AutoTune AutoTune Media Feed Media Feed Manual Calibrations Manual Calibrations Manual X Head RegistrationRepeat steps 4 through 6 for each of the heads Calibration. Try AutoBiDi first before running this AutoBiDi Calibration is the automatic version of thisManual calibration see Auto Calibrations on 4-20 for detailsRepeat steps 6 through 8 for each of the twelve heads See AutoJet on page 4-3 for details AutoJet is the automatic version of this calibrationFor best results, print the prime bars and purge Printheads as necessary to ensure the maximumPrinter prints a jet map test pattern Press , and to select a head number, then press ! Proceed Report Individual Bad JetsClear Individual Bad Jets Clear All Bad Jets View Current Bad JetsPress Jet Status Lines Default Registration Data Choose whether to perform a Purge-n-Wipe Auto CalibrationsCalibration Summary AutoSet SummaryStraightening the Media Path Image Sensor Calibration Load mediaLinearization Maintaining the Printer Maintaining the PrinterInterval As needed Task Description Interval Weekly or as neededTask Description Interval At control panel warning Maintenance ScheduleLocation of rollers, bearings, and rail Clean the Rail and BearingsClean the Rail and Bearings Clean the left and right inside bearings Cleaning the Encoder StripClose the stopcock valve on the drain tube Empty Excess InkEmpty Excess Ink Procedures Printhead MaintenanceCleaning Clogged Ink Jets Cleaning Clogged Ink JetsPurge-n-Wipe Manual Cloth Wipe Using the cleaning foam pad on the service station Solvent-soaked Cleaning padCleaning the Service Station Doctor Blade If you notice an unacceptable change in color Set the Printhead and Camera HeightQuality after changing the head height, perform a ColorMark color calibration linearization on aSet the Printhead and Camera Height Printer SettingsReplacement Platen after setting the head height. If the gauge isDo not allow any part of the gauge to touch Printheads, and do not leave the gauge onCamera enclosure mounting screws Remove the carriage coverSet the camera height Press to calibrate the service station, or to continueCalibrate the Service Station Calibrate the Service StationPin plate Wiper Printhead 10. Service station alignment Press ! ProceedReplace Ink Filters Replace Ink FiltersFilters Tighten the filter clampPower Down Extended Power Down and RestartRecover missing jets Switch the power switch to the off positionCap the printheads HeadsTechnical Specifications Technical SpecificationsSpecifications Required electrical circuit SpecificationsOperating Performance Inkjet MaintenanceMacDermid ColorSpan Supplies Sales Supplies and AccessoriesTroubleshooting TroubleshootingDoes the printer’s power come ON? Troubleshooting ChecklistPage Troubleshooting Checklist Warranty Claims Warranty ClaimsCauses that are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty Diagnostics DiagnosticsCode, Message Cause What to Do Table B-1. Actions and WarningsPrinter. If it will not cool, unplug IS-90 91 92 93 94 color Pump LS Image Sensor SP Supply Too high VS-3 Vacuum Pressure Not Recov- ering World Wide Web Mailsupport@colorspan.com Index-1 IndexIndex-2 Index-3 Index-4 Loading 2-7,3-16,3-29 reloading 2-7,3-36unloading 2-7,3-25Index-5 Index-6