Handling roll media Winder 30 Unwinder / Winder 100 User’s Guide MUTOH EUROPE N.V. AP-75100, Rev 2.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide COPYRIGHT NOTICE COPYRIGHT © 2004 Mutoh Europe N.V. All rights reserved. This document may not be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, without written permission of the copyright owner. This document is furnished to support Mutoh’s roll-up / roll-off systems, waste bottle and how to handle roll media on a Mutoh’s Rockhopper II series Printer.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Dear Customer, As standard, the Rockhopper II series printers come with a set of two scroller support brackets and a media scroller (2” & 3” compatible). This system enables non-motorized unwinding of media rolls (2” / 3” core) up to a weight of 30 kg. For motorized unwinding and winding roll media, Mutoh has developed several options, enabling the user to configure his machine “à la carte”, in accordance with his particular application needs.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. Safety Instructions.........................................................................................................9 1.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................ 9 1.2. Warnings, Cautions and Notes .............................................................................................. 9 1.3. Important safety instructions ..................
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1. INTRODUCTION This chapter explains the meaning of safety terms for personnel who operate this equipment, important safety instructions and the positions of the warning labels. Important : • Be sure to follow all instructions and warnings in this manual when using the equipment. 1.2.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 2. SCROLLER RECEIVER The Rockhopper II series printer is standard delivered with the scroller receiver. 2.1. WARNING LABELS The handling, attachment locations and types of warning labels are explained below. Warning labels are attached on areas which require attention. Read and understand the positions and contents thoroughly before performing your work. Be sure to note the following when handling the labels. Notes : • • • Make sure that all labels can be recognized.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 2.2. VERIFICATION OF PACKAGE ITEMS Caution : • 1 3 If any part is- missing or broken, contact either o The shop where you bought your MUTOH printer. o Your local MUTOH dealer. Scroller receiver (left side) Scroller 1 1 2 12 Scroller receiver (right side) 1 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 2.3. ASSEMBLY OF THE SCROLLER RECEIVER Caution : • When assembling this product, always work with two people or more. Install the scroller receiver according to the following procedure. Step 1 : Remove the handles from the main unit according to the following procedure. A): Loosen the eight hexagon socket head cap screws using the assembly tool. B): Remove the following parts: ¾ Handles (2) ¾ Hexagon socket head cap screws (M6 x 16: 8) 1. Handle 3. Main unit 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 2 : Install the scroller receivers (left/right) to the main unit according to the following procedure. 14 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 2.4. INSTALLATION OF ROLL MEDIA ONTO THE SCROLLER RECEIVER The procedure for installation of roll media onto the scroller receiver is explained below. Notes : • You can attach roll media with a 2 inch (outer diameter: 103 mm or smaller; weight maximum 30 kg) or 3 inch media tube (outer diameter: 150 mm or smaller; weight maximum 30 kg) to your printer. Please note that for the 87” model only a 3” scroller is available. To attach roll media, follow the steps below.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 3 : Insert the fixed flange into the roll media. Note that the media end is on the left side of the media when viewed from the flange side. 1. Fixed flange Step 4 : 2. Roll media Insert the flange until the right end meets the media tube of the roll media. 1. Fixed flange Step 5 : 2. Roll media Attach the movable flange to the other end of the media to fix the media firmly. 1. Movable flange Step 6 : 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 7 : Hold the scroller so that the fixed flange is at the left side and set both ends of the scroller to the scroller receivers on the printer. Notes : • Set the scroller onto the printer correctly by referring to the figure below. If the scroller direction is wrong, the printer cannot correctly feed the media. 1. Scroller receiver 2. Scroller 17 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 2.5. POSITIONING THE ROLL MEDIA The procedure for positioning roll media is explained below. To position roll media, follow the steps below. Step 1 : Turn the printer ON. Step 2 : The printer starts the initializing operation. ¾ The following message is displayed on the operation panel. → Paper End Heaters Cleaning 18 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 5 : Open the front cover. Caution : • Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening and closing the front cover. 1. Front cover Step 6 : Load the roll media into the insertion slot at the back of the printer. Notes : • If there is a p4.3994 579 9ightly wyounide51(dat9)]TJ98.1986 0 TD[( theendk of thee)6 roll medla 19 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 8 : While holding down the end of the media, hold the scroller and roll out a bit of media. Remove slack and skewness, then align the right edge of the roll media parallel with the media loading position. 1. Scroller 2. Media loading position Notes : • • • • The media loading position is a guideline for setting up the media.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide When moving the roll media to the right ¾ Rotate the scroller adjustment screw clockwisely. 1. Scroller adjustment screw 3. Roll media Step 9 : 2. Scroller 4. Media loading position Press the [F4] key on the operation panel to lower the pressure rollers. ¾ The MEDIA SET lamp will turn off. Step 10 : Close the front cover. Caution : • Be careful not to pinch your fingers when opening and closing the front cover.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3. WINDER 30 3.1. VERIFICATION OF PACKAGE ITEMS After unpacking the packaging box, inspect to make sure if the unit is not damaged and that all necessary 23 AP-75100, Rev.2.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3.2. ASSEMBLING THE WINDER 30 The assembly of this product is described below. Caution : • When assembling this product, always work with two people or more. Refer to the following items according to the model to be used before assemble the product. • For 50” / 64” • Refer to ‘Assembling the winder 30 (for 50” / 64”)’ and ‘Connecting the power cable’ • For 87” • Refer to ‘Assembling the winder 30 (for 87”)’ and ‘Connecting the power cable’ 3.2.1.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide B): Tighten the two wing bolts (M3x8) to install the media sensor. 1. Media sensor 2. Winder 30 motorized unit C): 3. Wing bolt (M3x8) Using the attached hexagon wrench (diagonal diameter 3 mm), tighten the two hexagon socket head cap screws (M4x10) to install the media sensor to the stand. 1. Media sensor 2. Stand D): 3.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide B): Using the attached hexagon wrench (diagonal diameter 3 mm), tighten the two hexagon socket head cap screws (M4x10) to install the scroller receiver. 1. Scroller receiver 3. Hexagon socket head cap screw (M4x10) 2. Stand C): Attach the media tube to the scroller. D): Install the scroller onto the scroller receiver and winder 30 motorized unit. Notes : • When attaching the scroller to the product, refer to the following diagram and attached properly.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3.2.2. Assembling the winder 30 (for 87”) Assemble the product according to the following procedure. Step 1 : Install the winder 30 motorized unit to the stand according to the following procedure. A): Attach the winder 30 bracket to the left side of the winder 30 motorized unit. B): Tighten the four flat head screws (M4x5) to install the winder 30 bracket. 1. Winder 30 bracket 2. Winder 30 motorized unit 3.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 2 : Install the media sensor to the stand. A): Attach the media sensor and the two wing bolts (M3x8) at the bottom of the winder 30 motorized unit. B): Tighten the two wing bolts (M3x8) to install the media sensor. 1. Media sensor 3. Wing bolt (M3x8) C): 2. Winder 30 motorized unit Using the attached hexagon wrench (diagonal diameter 3 mm), tighten the two hexagon socket head cap screws (M4x10) to install the media sensor on the stand. 1. Media sensor 3.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 3 : Attach the scroller receiver to the stand according to the following procedure. A): Attach the scroller receiver to the left side of the stand. B): Using the attached hexagon wrench (diagonal diameter 3 mm), tighten the two hexagon socket head cap screws (M4x10) to install the scroller receiver. 1. Scroller receiver 3. Hexagon socket head cap screw (M4x10) 2. Stand C): Attach the media tube to the scroller.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide E): Adjust the position of the scroller receiver as such that the scroller is positioned in parallel with the stand; in other words, the distance between the stand and the scroller, referred as L in the diagram, is equal at the right and left side. 1. Scroller 3. Scroller receiver F): Step 4 : 2. Stand Install the scroller receiver as in step B. Installation of the winder 30 has been completed. 31 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3.2.3. Connecting the cables The connection procedure for the power cable is explained below. Notes : • • • Refer to the following for important information on the connection of the power cable. User’s Guide : Connecting the power cable. Use a cable that is suitable to the local power specifications when connecting the power cable.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3.3. WASTE BOTTLE Caution : • Before powering ON the unit, install the waste bottle. Install the waste fluid tank according to the following procedure. Step 1 : Install the tank tray to the right side of the stand. Step 2 : Connect the waste fluid tube to the waste fluid tank. 33 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Notes : • Make sure to firmly connect the waste fluid tube to the waste fluid tank. If the connection is insufficient, the waste fluid will leak out. 1 cm 2 cm Step 3 : Connect the waste tank cable to the connector on the rear side of the main unit. 34 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 4 : Mount a cable clamp and two tube clamps on the stand to fix the waste tank cable and waste tank tubes. Step 5 : Make sure that the waste will go down in one fluent way. Step 6 : Installing the waste fluid tank is completed. 35 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3.4. HANDLING ROLL MEDIA ON A WINDER 30 This chapter explains how to handle the product. 3.4.1. Part names and functions Part names and functions are explained below. 3.4.1.1. Winder 30 No. 1 2 3 4 5 Name Winder 30 motorized unit Media sensor Scroller receiver Power switch Operation Panel Function Winds and collects the printed roll media. Detects the printed media. Loads the scroller for the winding unit. Turn the product ON and OFF.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3.4.1.2. Operation Panel The operation panel is used to set operational conditions and to check / display the status of the product. (1) Operation switches No. 1 Name AUTO switch 2 MANUAL switch Function Used to automatically wind the roll media. → Forward : When the media sensor detects the media, the scroller automatically rotates forward. The media is wound with the printed side at the outside. → OFF : Used when operating the MANUAL switch.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3.4.2. Turning the power ON / OFF The methods to turn the power ON or OFF are described below. 2.4.2.1. Turning the power ON Turn the power of the unit ON according to the following procedure. Step 1 : Turn the power switch ON. ¾ The product turns the power ON. ¾ The SENSOR lamp will light. 1. Power switch 3.4.2.2. Turning the power OFF Turn the power OFF according to the following procedure. Step 1 : Make sure the product is not winding.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 3.5. LOADING ROLL MEDIA 3.5.1. Installation of roll media onto the scroller receiver To install roll media onto the scroller receiver, please refer to the chapter Scroller Receiver”. 3.5.2. Positioning roll media To position the roll media, please refer to the chapter “Scroller Receiver”. 3.5.3. Attaching roll media to the winder 30 The procedure for attaching roll media to the winder 30 is explained below. To attach roll media, follow the steps below. 3.5.3.1.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 3 : Rotate the scroller to forward direction by hand, and wind the roll media on the media tube about one and a half turns. 1. scroller Step 4 : Set the conditions of the product operation according to the steps in “Operation Panel”. Step 5 : Load the media and set the media type according to the User’s Guide. ¾ Media loading is completed. ¾ The printer starts printing and the roll media is automatically wound onto the scroller. 3.5.3.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 3 : Rotate the scroller to forward direction by hand, and wind the roll media onto the media tube about one and a half turns. 1. scroller Step 4 : Set the conditions of the product operation according to the steps in “Operation Panel”. Step 5 : Load the media and set the media type according to the User’s Guide. ¾ Media loading is completed. ¾ The printer starts printing and the roll media is automatically wound onto the scroller. 41 AP-75100, Rev.2.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4. UNWINDER / WINDER 100 This chapter is divided in two. This because there has to be made a difference between unwinder/winder 100 systems manufactured before 2005 and system manufactured as from 2005. As from manufacturing date 2005 43 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Roll unit handle label Paper guide label Front tensioning label Rear tensioning label PCB box label 44 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.2. VERIFICATION OF PACKAGE ITEMS 4.2.1. As from Manufacturing Year 2005 After unpacking the packaging box, inspect to make sure if the unit is not damaged and that all necessary parts are present. Caution : The parts not described are buffers as function to hold and protect the parts in their position. 45 AP-75100, Rev.2.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Nr. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 20 21 Part Description RHII 50” RHII 64” RHII 87” 4 8 5 8 8 8 4 4 4 1 1 1 1 10 4 8 1 1 2 1 4 8 5 8 8 8 4 4 4 1 1 1 1 10 4 8 1 1 2 1 4 8 5 8 24 8 4 4 4 1 1 1 1 10 4 8 1 1 6 1 Shaft Tensioning bar D-lock Rollfeed DIN 912 Standard M6x12 ELVZ Lock Washer Internal Teeth M6 ELVZ Spacer PA D18xd8.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.2.2. Before Manufacturing Year 2005 After unpacking the packaging box, inspect to make sure if the unit is not damaged and that all necessary parts are present. Caution : The parts not described are buffers as function to hold and protect the parts in their position. 48 AP-75100, Rev.2.
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Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Nr. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Part Description Sensor Lip Assy Rollfeed Shaft Tensioning bar Rollfeed DIN 912 Standard M6x12 ELVZ Lock Washer Internal Teeth M6 ELVZ Lock Washer External Teeth M5 ELVZ Spacer PA D18xd8.2xH10 Hex Flange Button head M5x8 ELVZ DIN 912 Standard M6x16 ELVZ DIN 912 Standard M6x55 ELVZ Pan Head Screw M4x10 DIN 7985 M3x5 ELVZ Hexagon Key DIN911 #2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.3. HANDLING THE UNWINDER / WINDER 100 This chapter explains how to handle the product. 4.3.1. Part names and functions Part names and functions are explained below. 4.3.1.1. Unwinder / winder 100 No. 1 Name Roll-Off System 2 Rear Tension system Function This is the device that sets the media when using roll media and feeds it to the printing position. Adjust the tension of the media between the roll-off system and the media feed slot. 51 AP-75100, Rev.2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.3.1.2. Operation Panel The operation panel is used to set operational conditions. No. A B Name / / 1 Print Side Selector 2 Unwinder 100 power ON Manual Unwinder 100 LED Automatic 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Backwards button Forwards button Winder 100 power ON Manual Winder 100 LED Automatic Backwards button Forwards button Power LED Function Part of the operation panel controlling the unwinder 100. Part of the operation panel controlling the winder 100.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.3.2. Turning the power ON / OFF The methods to turn the power ON or OFF are described below. 4.3.2.1. Turning the power ON Turn the power of the unit ON according to the following procedure. Step 1 : Turn the power switch ON. ¾ The product turns the power ON. ¾ The power lamp on the operation panel will light. 1. Power switch When using the unwinder / winder 100, please make sure to select the option “Rollfeed”.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.4. ASSEMBLY The assembly of the unwinder / winder 100 is divided into two parts. ¾ Assembling the motorized roll-off/roll-up system ¾ Assembling the tensioning system 4.4.1. Assembling the unwinder / winder 100 and waste bottle To assemble the unwinder / winder 100 and waste bottle onto the Rockhopper II series printer, please follow the instructions mentioned onto the CD-rom included with this manual.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.4.1.2 Assembling unwinder/winder 100 4.4.1.2.1 As from manufacturing year 2005 If necessary, remove all parts of the current winder system. 55 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 1 : Assemble the Foot Mounting Brackets with 8 bolts M6x12. Make sure the Waste-ink Tank Bracket is on the right hand side of the machine. 56 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 2 : Assemble the PCB-box, using 4 bolts M6x55 and 4 teeth washers M6.. 57 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 3 : On the 87” printer, assemble the support brackets and adjusting feet on both ends of the rail. Assemble the adjusting foot on the middle bracket of the rail. Place the rail assembly on the leg clamps. Use the hole/slot hole combinations to position the rail. Make sure the short side of the rail is on the right-hand side of the printer. 58 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 4 : Assemble the Roll support Assemblies. Make sure to driven roll support (with motor and cable) is on the right hand side of the machine. Connect the motor cable to the PCB-box (Front motor: connector next to the power inlet, Rear motor: second connector next to the power inlet) 59 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 5 : Assemble the left and right mounting brackets. Use 4 bolts M6x16 with a plain washer M6 on each bracket. Use 1 teeth washer M6 on the right bracket. Do not tighten the bolts on the left bracket yet. Only the 87” printer, use the most outer holes on the left side of the printer for assembling the left mounting bracket. 60 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 6 : Assemble the 2 shafts in the left Mounting bracket assembly. Assemble the front and rear swingbar assembly. Use the screws M4x10 to fix the assemblies 61 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 7 : After alignment (and putting the spacer in place – if necessary) of the front and rear rolldrive assemblies, use the bolts M5x8 and white spacers to fix the rolldrive assemblies. 62 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.4.1.2.2 Before manufacturing year 2005 If necessary, remove all parts of the current winder system. 63 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 1 : Assemble the Foot Mounting Brackets with 8 bolts M6x12. Make sure the Waste-ink Tank Bracket is on the right hand side of the machine. 64 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 2 : Assemble the PCB-box, using 4 bolts M6x55 and 4 teeth washers M6.. 65 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 3 : On the 87” printer, assemble the support brackets and adjusting feet on both ends of the rail. Assemble the adjusting foot on the middle bracket of the rail. Place the rail assembly on the leg clamps. Use the hole/slot hole combinations to position the rail. Make sure the short side of the rail is on the right-hand side of the printer. 66 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 4 : Assemble the Roll support Assemblies. Make sure to driven roll support (with motor and cable) is on the right hand side of the machine. Connect the motor cable to the PCB-box (Front motor: connector next to the power inlet, Rear motor: second connector next to the power inlet) 67 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 5 : Assemble the left and right mounting brackets.ET57Dolts M6x16 wi th a plain washer M6 on each bracket.ET571 teeth washer M6 on the right bracket.E Do not tighten the Dolts on the left bracket yet.E Only the 87” printer, use the most outer holes on the left side of the printer for assembling the left mounting bracket.E 68 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 6 : Remove the rear cover on the right mounting bracket. Remove the 3 screws holding the operation panel. Put the operating panel aside. BE CAREFUL NOT TO DAMAGE THE CABLES LEADING TO THE PANEL. Assemble the 4 shafts. On the right hand side, assemble 2 detection lips on each shaft, each detection should be in the gap of the sensors. Do not tighten the set screws on the sensor lips. 69 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 7 : Assemble the rear tensioning system, using 2 screws M4x10. Put a lock washer M5 between each screw and tensioning system shaft. TIGHTEN THE SCREWS FIRMLY After assembling the front and rear tensioning system, tighten the bolts on the left support bracket.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 8 : Perform the alignment procedure. After inserting the adjusting spacers (if necessary), fix the Rail assembly with 2 spacers and 2 cap screws on each side. Assemble the waste-ink tank holder. Assemble the cable connecting the operating panel to the PCB-box. Connect the foot switch (third connector next to the power inlet) 71 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.4.2 Connection of the cables. Notes : • • • Refer to the following for important information on the connection of the power cable. User’s Guide : Connecting the power cable. Use a cable that is suitable to the local power specifications when connecting the power cable. If the power cable is damaged, contact one of the following : o The shop where you bought the product o Nearest MUTOH local dealer Nr.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.4.3. Positioning of the unit After installation of the unwinder / winder 100, please make sure to lock the unit. Please choose an adequate place for your printer. (Please refer to the User’s Guide) Step 1 : First move the printer to where it will be installed. Step 2 : Lock the casters. Step 3 : Rotate the four adjusters to make the printer stable. Step 4 : In the middle of both rail assemblies, rotate the adjuster to make the rail assemblies stable.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.5. SENSOR (TENSION BAR) ADJUSTMENT (ONLY APPLICALBE FOR SYSTEMS MANUFACTURED BEFORE YEAR 2005) Caution : • As from manufacturing date 2005, there is no need of adjusting the sensors because of the new D-lock system. A part of the adjustment is the adjustment of the sensors of the rear and front tensioning bar. Please find below the procedures how to correctly adjust the sensors of the tensioning systems.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.5.2. Adjust the sensors of the front tensioning bar To adjust the sensors of the front tensioning system, please follow the instructions mentioned below. Notes : ¾ To adjust the sensors, loosen the set screws on the adjustment lip, rotate the sensor disc to the correct position and tighten the set screws. (Please refer to the section “Sensor disc and adjustment direction”.) ¾ All front tensioning bar angles are compared to the vertical plane.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 2. Adjust the start sensor Step 1 : Make sure that the start sensor is not covered and the “Automatic” switch is set to “Manual”. (Switch in the up position.) Step 2 : Hold (or ask someone to hold) the front tensioning system in the 25° position. (Please see to the angle markings on the front tensioning system. Please refer to the section “Angle mark front tensioning system”.) Step 3 : Switch the Front to AUTOMATIC. (Toggle the switch down.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Notes : The stop sensor … ¾ … should be covered if the front tensioning system has an angle of less than approx. 12°. (Front “Automatic” LED is OFF.) ¾ … should be open if the front tensioning system has an angle of more than approx. 12°. (Front “Automatic” LED is blinking.) The start sensor … ¾ … should be open if the front tensioning system has an angle of less than approx. 25°. (Front “Automatic” LED is blinking.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 5 : Rotate (“downwards”) the adjustment lip carefully until the stop sensor is covered. (For the adjustment direction, please refer to the section “Sensor disc and adjustment direction”.) ¾ The “Automatic” LED will stop blinking. ¾ The rear motor will stop turning. 1 = Rear stop adjustment direction 3 = Front stop adjustment direction 2 = Rear start adjustment direction 4 = Front start adjustment direction 78 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 1 = Rear stop adjustment direction 3 = Front stop adjustment direction Step 5 : 2 = Rear start adjustment direction 4 = Front start adjustment direction Tighten the start screw on the adjustment lip. Notes : ¾ If necessary during adjustment, return to the initial speed by toggling the “Automatic” switch to manual and back. Notes : The stop sensor … ¾ … should be covered if the rear tensioning system is horizontal or lower. (Rear “Automatic” LED is OFF.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.5.4. Sensor disc and adjustment direction 1 = Rear stop sensor 2 = Rear start sensor 1 = Front stop sensor 3 = Set screw 2 = Front start sensor 4 = Sensor disc 1 = Rear stop adjustment direction 3 = Front stop adjustment direction 2 = Rear start adjustment direction 4 = Front start adjustment direction 80 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.5.5. Angle mark front tensioning system 4.5.6. Stop Sensor Position A = Front Stop Sensor B = Rear Stop Sensor Notes : • • The Front Stop Sensor should be covered if the front tension bar has an angle of 12° or less. The Rear Stop Sensor should be covered if the rear tension bar is horizontal or lower. 81 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.5.7. Start Sensor Position A = Front Start Sensor B = Rear Start Sensor Notes : • • The Front Start Sensor should be covered if the front tension bar has an angle of 25° or more. The Rear Start Sensor should be covered if the rear tension bar has an angle of 30° or more. 82 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.6 CALIBRATION OF THE UNWINDER / WINDER 100 4.6.1 Calibration of the rear rear tensioning system Step 1 : Standing on the rear side of the unit, use some tape to create a loop around the up-most left side of one bar of the tension system. Step 2 : Put the pressure rollers in the up position. Step 3 : Slide the strip forwards. Step 4 : Pull the strip so there is an equal tension. 83 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 5 : Standing at the front side of the unit, place the adjustment plate onto the large strip and slide it against the pressure rollers. Step 6 : Manually draw a line. Step 7 : Slide the strip to the left side of the unit. Pull the strip so there is an equal tension. Step 8 : Manually draw a line. Check if both lines are overlapping. Step 9 : If not, you have to perform the following adjustment procedure.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 11 : Use the 2 screws (1) in the tension bar bracket to adjust the tension system. Important : Make sure to turn both screws an equal amount of terms. Step 12 : Repeat step 6 to step 12 until the lines overlaps each other. 85 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.6.2 Calibration of the front and rear roll unit. Step 1 : Install a core between the roll unit and the motorized roll unit. Step 2 : Standing at the front of the unit, use some tape to create a loop with the synthetic paper. Step 3 : Put the loop around the core installed on to the winder. Step 4 : Put the pressure rollers in the up position. Step 5 : Slide the strip forwards.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 7 : Manually draw a line. Step 8 : Slide the strip to the left side of the unit. Pull the strip so there is an equal tension. Step 9 : Manually draw a line. Check if both lines are overlapping. Step 10 : If not, you have to perform the following adjustment procedure. Step 11 : Use the amount of adjustment brackets so it will cover the space between the lines. 87 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 12 : Insert the adjustment brackets at the left or right side (depending on the deviation) of the winder system below the rail assembly. Step 13 : If both lines overlap, calibrations is OK. Step 14 : Now fix the screws with roll so the rail assy doesn’t move anymore. Step 15 : Perform the same adjustment procedure for the unwinder at the rear unit. Step 16 : If this is completed, your calibration of the unwinder/winder 100 is finished. 88 AP-75100, Rev. 2.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.7. LOADING ROLL MEDIA Notes : We recommend you to wear cotton gloves to avoid fingerprints on the inkjet media. 4.7.1. Installation of roll media The procedure for installation of roll media to the printer is explained below. The roll media can immediately be installed between the motorized roll unit and the roll unit of the unwinder. Caution : • Make sure to position the roll media in the middle of the printing space.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 3 : Open the front cover. Step 4 : Put the media roll between the motorized roll unit and roll unit of the unwinder unit. a. Position in the middle of the printer (use hole pattern in the steel bar). b. Make sure no slip occurs. 1 : Holes in the steelbar Step 5 : Install an empty core between the motorized roll unit and roll unit of the winder unit on front of the printer. -→ Make sure the core is longer then the media width.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 11 : Lower the pressure rollers of the printer. Step 12 : Set the unwinder (REAR) unit to AUTOMATIC The rear tensioning system will go to it’s initial position. Step 13 : Close the front cover Step 14 : Either start printing, or use the printer media feed to create a free media end on front of the printer. Step 15 : Use some tape to fix the media end to the empty core installed a the winder unit.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.7.2.2. When unwinding the media with the printable side on the inside. Step 1 : Make sure the printer and unwinder / winder 100 are ON. Step 2 : Press the [F4] key to raise the pressure roller. Step 3 : Open the front cover. Step 4 : Put the media roll between the motorized roll unit and roll unit of the unwinder unit. a. Position in the middle of the printer (use hole pattern in the steel bar). b. Make sure no slip occurs.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide Step 10 : On front of the printer, take the media and pull straight (until you become an equal tension on the left and right of the media). Do not pull in the middle of the media. Step 11 : Lower the pressure rollers of the printer. Step 12 : Set the unwinder (REAR) unit to AUTOMATIC The rear tensioning system will go to it’s initial position.
Handling Roll Media – User’s Guide 4.8 INFRARED DRYER IN COMBINATION WITH MUTOH’S UNWINDER/WINDER 100 Standard in-the-box of the Mutoh unwinder / winder 100 you will find two higher positioning brackets. These brackets are necessary when using a Mutoh unwinder / winder 100 system in combination with the infra red dryer. Caution : ¾ Do not throw away the higher positioning brackets, maybe you have to use them in future applications.
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