HP 72SI User Manual

1DisplayMaker Legacy 72SI, 98SIUser GuidePart Number 0700048

x Table of ContentsPrinter Settings... 2-10Maintenance ...

4-4 AutoTuneAutoTune AutoTune runs jet maintenance automatically at intervals you specify. You can use the Quality Check Mode feature to handle AutoJe

AutoTune 4-5Quality Check When you run AutoJet manually, the software notifies you if there are any jet or alignment problems so that they can be addr

4-6 Media FeedMedia Feed This calibration allows you to calibrate the accuracy of the media advance. Inaccurate media advance can result in blank spac

Media Feed 4-7◆ Input MFN — enter the Media Feed Number that was displayed after a previous media feed calibration, to return to that setting without

4-8 Manual CalibrationsManual Calibrations When you run the calibrations from this menu, you evaluate the calibration test patterns visually and enter

Manual Calibrations 4-9Manual X HeadRegistrationPrecise positioning of each drop of ink is essential for optimal print quality. This is possible only

4-10 Manual CalibrationsUse a printer’s loupe or magnifying glass if the patterns are difficult to see. 5. Press the , or ) control panel keys repeate

Manual Calibrations 4-11Manual BiDi Registration Bidirectional registration is a method to align each of the print-heads so that dot placement is accu

4-12 Manual CalibrationsUse a printer’s loupe to select the pattern, since the lines in the patterns may be difficult to see.7. Press the , or ) contr

Manual Calibrations 4-13Manual Jet Mapping Jets that are missing or misfiring are usually detected by the AutoJet calibration. Alternatively, you can

Table of Contents xiMedia Properties... 3-41Printer Setup ...

4-14 Manual CalibrationsThe printer prints a jet map test pattern.◆ If a line segment is missing or broken, the jet number shown next to it is out.◆ I

Manual Calibrations 4-153. When the calibration pattern has printed, the control panel displays a menu with the following options:◆ Report individual

4-16 Manual CalibrationsThe control panel displays a numeric keyboard that you can use to enter the number of the bad jet.5. Enter the jet number, the

Manual Calibrations 4-1712. When you are finished entering jet numbers, press the Esc key.The control panel displays the head selection message again.

4-18 Manual CalibrationsThe control panel displays this message:All reported bad jets have been cleared.20. Press !.When you have finished mapping jet

Manual Calibrations 4-19Jet Status Lines This option prints the Manual Jet Mapping test pattern (see Fig. 4-3 on page 4-14) that shows which jets are

4-20 Auto CalibrationsAuto Calibrations The printer’s piezo printheads are aligned at the factory and should only occasionally require you to run an a

Calibration Summary 4-21Calibration Summary These options allow you to print a summary of the Full AutoSet calibration, or transmit calibration data t

4-22 Straightening the Media PathStraightening the Media PathFor optimal print quality, the media must feed in as straight a line as possible from the

Image Sensor Calibration 4-23Image Sensor CalibrationThe precise location of the image sensor (camera) relative to the printheads is critical for edge

xii Table of ContentsSetting the Camera Height ... 5-15Calibrate the Service Station ...

4-24 LinearizationLinearization As the density of an image varies from highlights to shadows, or from lighter tints to darker tints, the printer shoul

Maintaining the Printer 5-1CHAPTER 5Maintaining the PrinterThis chapter describes how to maintain the printer:◆ Maintenance Schedule (page 5-2)◆ Clean

5-2 Maintenance ScheduleMaintenance Schedule The printer is designed for low-maintenance operation. Most operator-performed maintenance is performed o

Maintenance Schedule 5-3Interval: At control panel warningEmpty excess ink (page 5-7) The excess ink containers on the printer stand legs should be em

5-4 Clean the Rail and BearingsClean the Rail and BearingsThe carriage rail carries the printhead carriage across the width of the platen. As dust and

Clean the Rail and Bearings 5-5Rail 3. Wipe the entire length of the rail with a lint-free cloth or wipe moistened with isopropyl alcohol.The rail sur

5-6 Clean the Rail and Bearings5. Clean the left and right outside bearings.Moisten a cotton swab with isopropyl alcohol or water, place it against th

Empty Excess Ink 5-7Empty Excess Ink Ink or cleaning solvent that has been expelled (“spit”) for ink jet maintenance or from a purge operation drains

5-8 Printhead MaintenancePrinthead MaintenanceThe printer uses air pressure to both fill and evacuate ink and cleaning solvent from the printheads. Th

Cleaning Clogged Ink Jets 5-9Cleaning Clogged Ink JetsAll printers that use solvent-based inks are susceptible to print-head clogging. This is caused

Getting Started 1-1CHAPTER 1Getting StartedThis chapter shows you how to get started using your printer. It includes these topics:◆ Operating Require

5-10 Cleaning Clogged Ink JetsCleaning Solvent Soak If a manual cloth wipe fails to recover enough jets, you can soak the thin foam pad that ships wit

Cleaning Clogged Ink Jets 5-11Cleaning the ServiceStation Doctor BladeWith use over time, the doctor blade that cleans excess ink from the service sta

5-12 Set the Printhead and Camera HeightSet the Printhead and Camera HeightThe correct head height above the media is critical to output quality.◆ Low

Set the Printhead and Camera Height 5-13Setting the Head Height 1. Load the media that you want to calibrate.For instructions, see “Loading Roll-Fed M

5-14 Set the Printhead and Camera HeightThe carriage must be lowered below the height of the gauge and then raised. If the carriage is simply lowered

Set the Printhead and Camera Height 5-15Setting the CameraHeight1. Remove the carriage cover.The carriage cover is attached to the carriage with two s

5-16 Set the Printhead and Camera Height3. Set the camera height.Insert the camera height gauge as shown in Fig. 5-9 below. Raise or lower the camera

Calibrate the Service Station 5-17Calibrate the Service Station Service station calibration enables you to properly align the ser-vice station wipers

5-18 Calibrate the Service Station6. Press ! (Proceed).The control panel displays a message asking whether you want to calibrate the service station p

Replace Ink Filters 5-19Replace Ink Filters The control panel displays a Warning message on the control panel when 20 liters of ink has passed through

1-2 Operating RequirementsOperating RequirementsChoose a location for the printer before you unpack it. Keep the following requirements in mind:Electr

5-20 Replace Ink FiltersThe filter’s label has an arrow that indicates the direction of flow. Install the filter with the arrow pointing up.7. Tighten

Extended Power Down and Restart 5-21Extended Power Down and RestartUNDER NORMAL OPERATION, DO NOT POWER DOWN THE PRINTER. Constant vacuum at the print

5-22 Extended Power Down and Restart7. Cap the printheads.See “Cap the Printheads” on page 3-13 for instructions.8. Switch the power switch to the off

Technical Specifications A-1APPENDIX ATechnical SpecificationsThis chapter lists the printer’s specifications and information about ordering supplies

A-2 SpecificationsSpecifications GeneralDisplayMaker 72SI DisplayMaker 98SIDimensions (Assembled)Without TablesHeight: 52.5 inches (133.4 cm)Depth: 33

Specifications A-3Electrical Power Power used: 200-240VAC, 50/60 Hz, 14.8 AmpsRequired electrical circuit:220 VAC, 20 Amps, with NEMA L6-20R locking w

A-4 SpecificationsPower cord Required power cord (supplied with printer):North American (UL/CSA approved), length 8.2 feet (2.5 m), OREuropean (Harmon

Specifications A-5PerformancePrinting Technology 16 piezo-electric inkjet printheads utilizing Micro-Quad™ Jet Technology. Drop size approxi-mately 2

A-6 Supplies and AccessoriesSupplies and AccessoriesConsult MacDermid ColorSpan or your MacDermid ColorSpan representative for an updated listing of s

Troubleshooting B-1APPENDIX BTroubleshootingThis appendix explains how to prevent and diagnose printing problems and provides information about getti

Operating Requirements 1-3Connection kits are available from MacDermid ColorSpan to vent VOC emissions to the customer’s exhaust system or VOC recover

B-2 Troubleshooting ChecklistTroubleshooting ChecklistBefore you troubleshoot your printer, make sure that it is prop-erly installed as described in C

Troubleshooting Checklist B-3◆ The cable between your computer or network and the print server may not be securely connected at both ends. Refer to th

B-4 Troubleshooting Checklist◆ Head strike — if the printhead is striking the media, check how the media is tracking from the supply spool to the take

Warranty Claims B-5Warranty Claims The printer is covered by a manufacturer’s limited warranty (part number 0700025), which includes the printheads. T

B-6 Warranty ClaimsCauses that are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty:◆ Manufacturing defect — when a flaw in materials or work-manship causes a p

Diagnostics B-7Diagnostics The printer includes a series of self-diagnostic tests designed to help MacDermid ColorSpan Technical Services solve printe

B-8 DiagnosticsTable B-1. Actions and WarningsCode, Message Cause What to Do(CS) Capping StationA-CS-1- Capping Station Capping station is raised, and

Diagnostics B-9W-HT-[49 50] - Heater Bad Reading Bad thermister reading detected on the postheat #1 heater (49) or postheat #2 heater (50).The thermis

B-10 DiagnosticsA-IS-[80 81 82 83]- [color] Heads Not Loaded with InkPrintheads for color(s) indicated do not have ink loaded: K (80), C (81), M (82),

Diagnostics B-11LS - Image SensorW-LS-1 - Image Sensor Is Not Operat-ingThe image sensor shutter cable is dis-connected.Connect the image sensor shutt

1-4 Operating Requirements◆ To cap the printheads, use only SolaChrome Printhead Cap-ping Film. Damage to printheads resulting from the use of poorly

B-12 DiagnosticsA-SM-2 - Invalid Software Defective software. Call Authorized Service Provider for updated software.W-SM-1 - Printer Not Reset For Shi

Diagnostics B-13W-VS-2 - Vacuum Pressure Too High The vacuum pressure of the heads is too high.Call your Authorized Service Provider.W-VS-3 Vacuum Pre

You can obtain help using your MacDermid ColorSpan product from a variety of sources. This section shows you where to seek help, and introduces you to

Index-1Index

Index-2!600x300 printing 1-9600x300 resolution 3-4600x600 resolution 3-4AAccess Heads 2-7, 5-9Access Printheads 2-14Actions and warnings B-7, B-8Adjus

Index-3DDefault Registration Data 4-19Diagnostics B-7Doctor blade 5-11Dryer Fans 2-11Drying Delay 2-11EEdge-to-edge printing 3-38Electrical requiremen

Index-4MMaintenancecarriage rail and bearings 5-4cleaning clogged ink jets 5-9empty excess ink 5-7Prep for Storage/Shipping 5-21Printhead Procedures 5

Index-5Respool Media 2-14, 3-27Restore All Defaults 2-14SSafety warnings 1-5Service Stationdoctor blade cleaning 5-11Service station 2-13calibration 5

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Operating Requirements 1-5ink. If ink does get onto the pinch rollers, clean them with SolaChrome-HR Cleaning Solvent and dry them thoroughly before p

1-6 Operating RequirementsWARNING THE PRINTER ELECTRONICS ASSEMBLY CONTAINS A LITH-IUM BATTERY DEVICE. THERE IS A DANGER OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY I

Unpacking and Assembly 1-7Unpacking and AssemblyThis printer must be unpacked and installed only by a MacDermid ColorSpan Authorized Service Provider

2Legal notices© Copyright 2008 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only

1-8 Workflow OverviewWorkflow OverviewPower Up the Printer 1. Turn on the power switch to observe the typical power-up sequence.2. The control panel b

Workflow Overview 1-9Printing When the printer is connected to a ColorMark Pro print server, here is how a typical print job progresses from the clien

1-10 Parts OverviewParts OverviewFig. 1-1. Front view1417 & 18712951110461 2 3135817 & 18151620302523242631292822211927Fig. 1-2. Rear view

Parts Overview 1-11Index Description1Encoder strip — allows precise positioning of the print-head carriage across the length of the platen.2 Main carr

1-12 Parts Overview11 Pinch rollers — grip the media during loading and printing.12 Pinch roller adjustment lever — allows you to adjust the force or

Parts Overview 1-1327 Auxiliary 24 volt power jack to vacuum system — accepts the supplied 24 volt DC power supply to the vacuum system, which can be

1-14 Parts OverviewAuxiliary Dryer The available auxiliary dryer option is an array of fans mounted on a swivel for use during rigid sheet-fed and rol

Special Features 1-15Special Features The printer has many advanced features to help you produce the best printed output with the least effort.Printhe

1-16 Special Features◆ Automatic color calibration — uses an onboard photodiode to linearize output over the entire density range (with print server o

Special Features 1-17Performance andEase-of-Use◆ Media Wizard — stores and recalls a set of operating param-eters by media type and print mode, for op

iiiRevision Log The following is a list of major changes and additions that have been made to this manual since it was first released.See the accompan

1-18 Special Features

Using the Control Panel 2-1CHAPTER 2Using the Control PanelThis chapter describes the functions of the control panel.◆ Overview (page 2-2)◆ Front Page

2-2 OverviewOverview The touch-screen control panel shows you the printer’s current status, and enables you to interact with the printer when chang-in

Overview 2-3User Assistance The control panel provides various forms of online user assistance:The ? button provides an explanation of the current fun

2-4 Front PageFront Page The Front Page provides access to the most frequently-used printing and maintenance functions. For advanced configura-tion op

Front Page 2-5◆ Media & Ink — displays a listing of the media and ink cur-rently installed in the printer. Press the ) and , keys to highlight “Me

2-6 Front Page◆ Status — displays system parameters and the status of all user-configurable options. Press the  and  keys to scroll between pages. T

Front Page 2-7◆ Purge — performs a Purge-n-Wipe, which purges the print-heads then wipes them in the service station, to help recover missing jets. Pr

2-8 Navigation KeysNavigation Keys The following table shows you how to move through the menu system and perform printer control functions.Key Descrip

Menu 2-9Menu The menu has these main sections:◆ Calibrate Printer (see below)◆ Printer Settings (page 2-10)◆ Maintenance (page 2-14)◆ Service Printer

ivRegulatory StatementsFCC-A This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of t

2-10 Menu◆ AutoTune — schedules jet maintenance to run automatically after a certain number of prints have printed. See “Auto-Tune” on page 4-4 for in

Menu 2-11media is buckling or wrinkling. Turn off the vacuum for light-weight media such as paper or fabrics.MEDIA WIZARD ◆ Drying Delay — a drying de

2-12 MenuPrinting on the left side only reduces ink usage, while printing on both sides can keep the inkjets clearer. Using this feature decreases the

Menu 2-13◆ Quality Check — determines how AutoTune errors are han-dled (see “Auto Calibrations” on page 4-20 for information about AutoTune).◆ Print P

2-14 Menu◆ Idle Spits — when the printer is idle, it automatically spits a small amount of ink into the service station to keep the ink-jets open and

Menu 2-15◆ Printheads Procedures — see “Printhead Maintenance” on page 5-8, for instructions on using the following options:◆ Cleaning Solvent Soak —

2-16 MenuWarnings & Actions When in Expert mode, active Warnings, Changes, and Actions can be displayed by selecting Warnings & Actions from t

Menu Tree 2-17Menu TreeFront PageOnline/OfflineMedia & InkStatusPrinterStatusAdvanceMediaMenuAutoJetPrime BarsPrint ModeSleep/WakeAccess HeadsMedi

2-18 Menu TreeMenu This menu tree reflects version 3.11 of the embedded printer software. Refer to the Release Notes for more recent versions.Calibrat

Ink and Media 3-1CHAPTER 3Ink and MediaThis chapter describes how to use ink and media with the printer:◆ Ink◆ Ink System Overview (page 3-2)◆ Idle Je

vTelecommunicationsNetwork StatementThe ColorSpan VideoNet port on this device is not intended to be connected to a public telecommunications network.

3-2 Ink System OverviewInk System Overview The printer’s ink system consists of the following components:◆ Ink boxes — four 3-liter boxes of SolaChrom

Idle Jet Maintenance 3-3Idle Jet Maintenance Due to the evaporation of the solvents in solvent-based inks, the ink jets in solvent printers are suscep

3-4 Selecting a Print ModeSelecting a Print Mode ◆ The bidirectional print modes (printing occurs in both direc-tions) enable you to select the combin

Selecting a Print Mode 3-52. Press the , and ) and keys to highlight a print mode.3. Press the " (Set) key to select the print mode.

3-6 General Printing TipsGeneral Printing Tips ◆ See “Important Operating Notes” on page 1-3 for impor-tant information on operating the printer.◆ Bef

Checking Jet Health 3-7Checking Jet Health The printer’s automatic jet maintenance features (gutter print-ing, spits, service station wipes) are desig

3-8 Checking Jet HealthPrint Prime Bars 1. From the control panel Front Page screen, press the Prime Bars key.The control panel displays a prompt aski

Checking Jet Health 3-9To purge-n-wipe a color (four printheads):1. From the control panel Front Page screen, press the (Menu) key.2. Press the ) ke

3-10 Loading InkLoading InkWhen to Load Ink The amount of ink in the ink box is tracked by the printer soft-ware and recorded on its corresponding pro

Loading Ink 3-112. Connect the ink supply tube to the ink box.Grasp and squeeze the ink tube connector as shown, engage the connector to the ink box,

viAbout This Manual This manual contains the following topics:◆ Chapter 1, Getting Started, shows you how to unpack and assemble the printer, and intr

3-12 Loading InkPause-Swapping Ink You can replace one or more ink boxes during a print by pausing the printer:1. On the printer control panel, press

Capping the Printheads 3-13Capping the PrintheadsCapping the printheads prevents the ink from drying out and clogging the ink jets. Since the ink jets

3-14 Capping the PrintheadsUncap the Printheads Uncapping the printheads is one component of the Wake func-tion, which reverses the Sleep function:◆ T

Capping the Printheads 3-156. Wipe the printheads with SolaChrome-HR Cleaning Solvent, using a 100% polyester Class 100 cleanroom wipe. DO NOT USE ISO

3-16 Loading Roll-Fed MediaLoading Roll-Fed MediaThe printer includes a tensioned supply and takeup system designed to handle vinyl and other heavier

Loading Roll-Fed Media 3-17Support for Large NarrowMedia RollsFor printing with large rolls of narrow media (less than 72 inches wide), the printer in

3-18 Loading Roll-Fed Media1. Ensure that the fixed collet is properly located with the screw tightened into the inner hole on the supply spool (using

Loading Roll-Fed Media 3-19below). This enables you to print on either side of the media.7. Ensure that the media is rolled onto the supply spool even

3-20 Loading Roll-Fed Media13. Select the media type that most closely matches the media you are loading, or create a new media type.The control panel

Loading Roll-Fed Media 3-2114. Press one of the change keys to change any of the settings, print mode, or media type, press the  key to see page 2, o

viiConventions This manual uses the following informational conventions:NoteA special technique or information that may help you perform a task or und

3-22 Loading Roll-Fed Media! key to continue. See “Media Wizard” on page 3-44 for information about these settings.◆ If you press !, the control panel

Loading Roll-Fed Media 3-23The control panel displays a numeric keypad.18. Enter the length of the media roll (if it is a new roll) or the length rema

3-24 Loading Roll-Fed MediaLoading Wide Media A roll of 72-inch and wider media is impossible to load it by grasping its left and right edges at the s

Unloading and Cutting Roll-Fed Media 3-25Unloading and Cutting Roll-Fed Media1. Press the ) key on the Front Page screen to advance the printed portio

3-26 Unloading and Cutting Roll-Fed MediaTakeup Spool Pin Release To quickly unspool a large amount of media from the takeup without damaging the take

Respooling Media 3-27Respooling Media The printer can respool media from one cardboard core to another. You may want to do this if:◆ The media was not

3-28 Respooling Media10. Press the ! (Proceed) key to respool the media.The media is pulled from the supply spool onto the takeup spool. When the prin

Loading Rigid Media 3-29Loading Rigid Media The printer has two media load states:◆ Unloaded — the printer is ready to accept either roll-fed or rigid

3-30 Loading Rigid MediaFig. 3-13. Media settings

Loading Rigid Media 3-313. Press one of the change keys to change any of the settings, print mode, or media type, press the  key to see page 2, or pr

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3-32 Loading Rigid Media4. Enter the length of the media.The printer will use the value you enter here for subsequent calculations, so be as accurate

Loading Rigid Media 3-33Releasing a Pinch Roller Follow these steps to raise a single pinch roller if the edge of the media must be located under the

3-34 Loading Rigid Media10. Push the media up against the media alignment tool.Make sure that the media is centered under the pinch rollers. Avoid pos

Loading Rigid Media 3-3515. Press the ! key to continue.The control panel displays a screen that shows the following information:◆ Media size◆ Print a

3-36 Reloading Rigid MediaReloading Rigid Media After printing the first copy of a multiple copy job onto a sheet of rigid media, the Front Page scree

Reloading Rigid Media 3-37When you press the Reload Media key, the control panel displays this screen:See “Loading Rigid Media” on page 3-29 for instr

3-38 Edge-to-Edge PrintingEdge-to-Edge Printing The printer can print up to or past the edges of rigid media. This provides the look of a “full-bleed”

Edge-to-Edge Printing 3-39Media Properties ◆ Follow the guidelines in this chapter for printing on rigid media.◆ The media should have parallel opposi

3-40 Edge-to-Edge Printing◆ Under Menu > Printer Settings > Media Measure Type, choose Maximal for greatest precision and skew detection when pr

Edge-to-Edge Printing 3-41◆ If the printer reports that the media is skewed, but you can-not correct the skew, the sheet may not be perfectly square (

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3-42 Edge-to-Edge PrintingPrinter Setup◆ The operator applies colored masking tape to the platen where the right and left edges of the media will feed

Edge-to-Edge Printing 3-43◆ During Load Media, the printer locates two points on each of the leading, left, and right edges of the media. The printer

3-44 Media WizardMedia Wizard The Media Wizard software feature stores a set of printing parameters by media type, enabling you to instantly optimize

Media Wizard 3-45◆ To return to the Media Wizard menu, press the ! (Proceed) key.For each media type, the Media Wizard stores the following settings.

3-46 Media Wizarduse this key to control how tightly the media is wound onto the core.◆ Supply Out Detection (roll fed) — for roll-fed media, the prin

Setting Heater Temperatures 3-47Setting Heater TemperaturesThe are three heaters: a preheater, a platen heater, and post-heater. The postheater’s top

3-48 Setting Heater Temperatures9. Press " to save the new settings in the Media Wizard, or ( to not save them.Settings can be saved only for use

Calibrating the Printer 4-1CHAPTER 4Calibrating the PrinterThis chapter explains how to calibrate the printer for the best possible output:◆ When to C

4-2 When to CalibrateWhen to Calibrate The printer features several types of calibrations. Some should be run routinely, others only when necessary:Wh

AutoJet 4-3AutoJet AutoJet detects individual ink jets that are misfiring or not firing at all. During subsequent printing, the printer compensates fo