Roland XJ 640 User Manual

							USERS MANUAL
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							For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION
RADIO  FREQUENCY  INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio
frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to
cause harmful interference in which case the user will be
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void
the users authority to operate this equipment.
For Canada
CLASS A                    NOTICE
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
CLASSE A                   AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.
NOTICE
Grounding Instructions
Do not modify the plug provided––if it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Check with qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in
doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only  3-wire extension cords that have  3-prong
grounding plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool’s
plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn out cord immediately.
WARNING
This is a Class A product.  In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate measures.
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obtain the GPL/LGPL source code used in this product by downloading it from the following website.
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Contents
 To Ensure Safe Use ....................................................................................................................... 4
 Pour utiliser en toute sécurité .................................................................................................. 11
Important Notes on Handling and Use ........................................................................................... 18
Printer unit .................................................................................................................................................................... 18
Ink cartridges ................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Chapter 1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................... 19
1-1 Features of the Machine ..................................................................................................................................... 20
1-2 Part Names and Functions ................................................................................................................................ 21
Printer Unit .................................................................................................................................... 21
Operation Panel ............................................................................................................................ 23
Media Take-up  System ................................................................................................................... 24
Chapter 2 Operation .......................................................................................................................... 25
2-1 Switching the Power On and Off ..................................................................................................................... 26
Switching the Power On and Off ................................................................................................... 26
The Power-saving Feature .............................................................................................................. 27
2-2 Loading and Cutting Off Media ........................................................................................................................ 28
Usable Media ................................................................................................................................ 28
Loading Media .............................................................................................................................. 28
How to Cut Off Media ................................................................................................................... 33
2-3 Settings for the Media Heating System ........................................................................................................... 34
What Is the Media Heating System? ..............................................................................................34
Making the Temperature Setting for the Media Heating System ..................................................... 34
General Guide for the Preset Temperatures ................................................................................... 35
2-4 Starting Printing .................................................................................................................................................... 36
Getting Ready to Receive Data from a Computer .......................................................................... 36
Printing Tests and Cleaning ............................................................................................................ 37
2-5 If Ink Runs Out ..................................................................................................................................................... 39
Checking for Remaining Ink .......................................................................................................... 39
When Ink Cartridges Become Empty ............................................................................................. 40
Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System ....................................................................... 43
3-1 The Take-up  System ............................................................................................................................................. 44
Features of the Take-up System ...................................................................................................... 44
Operating Conditions for the Take-up System ................................................................................ 44
3-2 Using the Take-up System .................................................................................................................................. 45
Loading Roll Media ....................................................................................................................... 45
Removing Taken-up  Media ............................................................................................................ 48
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment ......................................................................................... 49
4-1 Daily Care and Maintenance ............................................................................................................................. 50
Disposing of Discharged Ink ......................................................................................................... 50
Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................ 52
Care and Maintenance of the Print Heads ..................................................................................... 53
4-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective ............................................................................................................ 54
Performing More Powerful Cleaning ..............................................................................................54
When Powerful Cleaning Is Not Effective ...................................................................................... 55
4-3 Cleaning the Heads Using the Cleaning Kit .................................................................................................. 56
When the Cleaning Kit Becomes Necessary .................................................................................. 56
How to Perform Cleaning .............................................................................................................. 56
4-4 Replacing Consumable Parts ............................................................................................................................. 60
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Replacing the Wipers .................................................................................................................... 60
Replacing the Separating Knife ...................................................................................................... 62
4-5 When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period ..................................................................................................... 64
Keep Performing Maintenance ...................................................................................................... 64
Alarm Feature ................................................................................................................................ 64
Important Note on Draining Ink .................................................................................................... 64
4-6 When Moving the Unit ....................................................................................................................................... 65
Procedures from Preparing to Move Through Reinstalling ............................................................. 65
Chapter 5 Feature Reference ............................................................................................................ 67
5-1 Pausing or Canceling Printing ........................................................................................................................... 68
Canceling Printing Before It Finishes ............................................................................................. 68
5-2 Setting the Printing Position and Margins ...................................................................................................... 69
Shifting the Print-start Position Forward or Backward .................................................................... 69
Shifting the Printing Position to the Left ......................................................................................... 69
Expanding the Printing Area by Reducing the Margins .................................................................. 70
5-3 Accommodating Various Kinds of Media ........................................................................................................ 71
Using Transparent  Media ............................................................................................................... 71
Printing Hard-to-dry Media ........................................................................................................... 73
Preventing Media from Coming Loose .......................................................................................... 73
Speeding Up Printing for Narrow Media ....................................................................................... 74
Keeping Media from Being Soiled by Ink Drops ............................................................................ 74
Using Sticky Media ........................................................................................................................ 75
How to Load Sheet Media ............................................................................................................. 76
5-4 Setting How the Printer Operates .................................................................................................................. 77
Determining What Happens When an Ink Cartridge Is Empty ....................................................... 77
Changing the Type of Ink ............................................................................................................... 77
Setting the Interval until Activation of the Sleep Mode .................................................................. 78
Deactivating the Sleep Mode ......................................................................................................... 78
Giving Priority Efficient Ink Use During Operation ....................................................................... 78
Changing the Menu Language and the Units of Measurement ...................................................... 79
Returning All Settings to Their Initial Values ..................................................................................80
5-5 Optimizing Printing to Match Media Thickness ............................................................................................ 81
Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness ........................................................................ 81
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing ................................................................... 82
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing More Precisely ........................................... 83
Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Bands and the Like ....................................... 85
Changing the Feed-correction Value During Printing .................................................................... 86
5-6 Changing the Ink-drying Method ..................................................................................................................... 87
Switching Off the Preheater, Print Heater, or Dryer ....................................................................... 87
Determining How the Media Heating System Operates ................................................................ 87
Drying the Trailing Edge of the Printing Area on the Dryer ............................................................ 88
5-7 Setting How the Auxiliary Drying Unit Operates ....................................................................................... 89
Switching the Drying-heater Unit On and Off ............................................................................... 89
Switching the Blower-fan Unit On and Off ................................................................................... 89
5-8 Saving the Printer Settings to Match the Media ........................................................................................... 90
Saving Optimized Media Settings As Preset Values ........................................................................ 90
Loading a Saved Preset .................................................................................................................. 91
Assigning a Name to a Preset ........................................................................................................ 91
5-9 Making the Network Settings ........................................................................................................................... 92
Setting the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Etc. ......................................................................................92
5-10 Viewing Information about the Media and the System ............................................................................. 93
Displaying the Amount of Media Remaining ................................................................................. 93
Verifying the Setting for the Amount Remaining Every Time the Media Is Changed ...................... 93
Printing the Amount of Remaining Media ..................................................................................... 94
Printing a System Report ............................................................................................................... 94
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This document is the users manual for the XJ-740, the XJ-640, and the XJ-540. Also, most of the figures in this document
depict the XJ-740.
Copyright© 2007  Roland DG Corporation
Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective holders.
http://www.rolanddg.com/ Viewing the Serial Number, Firmware Version, and Other Information ......................................... 95
Viewing the Network Settings ........................................................................................................ 95
5-11 Performing Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 96
Draining Ink and Performing Internal Washing .............................................................................. 96
Draining Ink Remaining Inside the Machine ................................................................................. 96
5-12 Menu List ............................................................................................................................................................. 98
Main Menu .................................................................................................................................... 98
Language and Unit Menu ............................................................................................................ 103
Cleaning Menu ............................................................................................................................ 103
Heater Configuration Menu ......................................................................................................... 103
Chapter 6 What to Do If .................................................................................................................. 105
6-1 The Machine Doesnt Run ................................................................................................................................ 106
The Printer Unit Doesnt Run ...................................................................................................... 106
The Media Take-up System Doesnt Run ..................................................................................... 106
The Media Heating System Doesnt Warm Up ............................................................................ 106
6-2 Attractive Printing Is Impossible ..................................................................................................................... 107
Printed Results Are Coarse or Contain Horizontal Stripes ........................................................... 107
Colors Are Unstable or Uneven ................................................................................................... 107
The Media Becomes Soiled When Printed ................................................................................... 108
6-3 The Media Jams ................................................................................................................................................... 109
The Media Jams ........................................................................................................................... 109
6-4 The Media Cannot Be Taken Up Smoothly .................................................................................................. 110
The Media Cannot Be Taken Up Smoothly .................................................................................. 110
6-5 Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable ........................................................................................ 111
Media Wrinkles or Shrinks .......................................................................................................... 111
Media Feed Is Not Straight .......................................................................................................... 111
Media Feed Is Not Smooth .......................................................................................................... 111
6-6 The Print Heads Stopped Moving .................................................................................................................. 112
What to Do First .......................................................................................................................... 112
If the Heads Still Do Not Move ................................................................................................... 112
6-7 If a Message Appears ......................................................................................................................................... 113
6-8 If an Error Message Appears ........................................................................................................................... 114
Chapter 7 Specifications .................................................................................................................. 117
7-1 Usable Media ....................................................................................................................................................... 118
Conditions for Usable Media ....................................................................................................... 118
7-2 Printing Area ........................................................................................................................................................ 119
Printing Area and Margins ........................................................................................................... 119
Media-cutoff Location During Continuous Printing ..................................................................... 120
7-3 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels ...................................................................... 121
7-4 Specifications ....................................................................................................................................................... 122
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 To Ensure Safe Use
Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property.
Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe
injury should the unit be used improperly.
About WARNING and CAUTION Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material
damage should the unit be used improperly.
* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with re-
spect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.
WARNING
CAUTION
About the Symbols
The  symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.  The specific meaning of
the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle.  The symbol at left means
danger of electrocution.
The 
 symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden).  The
specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle.  The
symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.
The 
 symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out.  The specific thing that must be
done is indicated by the design contained within the circle.  The symbol at left means the power-
cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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 Incorrect operation may cause injury
WARNING
Be sure to follow the operation proce-
dures described in this documentation.
Never allow anyone unfamiliar with the
usage or handling of the machine to touch
it.
Incorrect usage or handling may lead to an acci-
dent.
Keep children away from the machine.
The machine includes areas and components
that pose a hazard to children and may result in
injury, blindness, choking, or other serious acci-
dent.
Never operate the machine while tired or
after ingesting alcohol or any medication.
Operation requires unimpaired judgment. Im-
paired judgment may result in an accident.
Never use the machine for any purpose
for which it is not intended, or use the
machine in an undue manner that exceeds
its capacity.
Doing so may result in injury or fire.
For accessories (optional and consumable
items, power cord, and the like), use only
genuine articles compatible with this ma-
chine.
Incompatible items may lead to an accident.
Before attempting cleaning, maintenance,
or attachment or detachment of optional
items, disconnect the power cord.
Attempting such operations while the machine
is connected to a power source may result in
injury or electrical shock.
Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or
modify the machine.
Doing so may result in fire, electrical shock, or
injury. Entrust repairs to a trained service tech-
nician.
CAUTION
Exercise caution to avoid being pinched
or becoming caught.
Inadvertent contact with certain areas may cause
the hand or fingers to be pinched or become
caught. Use care when performing operations.
Never attempt operation while wearing a
necktie, necklace, or loose clothing. Bind
long hair securely.
Such items may become caught in the machine,
resulting in injury.
Conduct operations in a clean, brightly lit
location.
Working in a location that is dark or cluttered
may lead to an accident, such as becoming caught
in the machine as the result of an inadvertent
stumble.
Never climb or lean on the machine.
The machine is not made to support a person.
Climbing or leaning on the machine may dis-
lodge components and cause a slip or fall, re-
sulting in injury.
Caution: cutting tool.
This machine has an internal tool. To avoid in-
jury, handle the tool with care.
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WARNING
Connect to an electrical outlet that com-
plies with this machines ratings (for volt-
age, frequency, and current).
Incorrect voltage or insufficient current may
cause fire or electrical shock.
Never use out of doors or in any location
where exposure to water or high humid-
ity may occur. Never touch with wet hands.
Doing so may result in fire or electrical shock.
Never allow any foreign object to get in-
side. Never expose to liquid spills.
Inserting objects such as coins or matches or
allowing beverages to be spilled into the venti-
lation ports may result in fire or electrical shock.
If anything gets inside, immediately disconnect
the power cord and contact your authorized
Roland DG Corp. dealer.
Never place any flammable object nearby.
Never use a combustible aerosol spray
nearby. Never use in any location where
gases can accumulate.
Combustion or explosion may be a danger.
WARNING
Handle the power cord, plug, and electri-
cal outlet correctly and with care. Never
use any article that is damaged.
Using a damaged article may result in fire or
electrical shock.
When using an extension cord or power
strip, use one that adequately satisfies the
machines ratings (for voltage, frequency,
and current).
Use of multiple electrical loads on a single elec-
trical outlet or of a lengthy extension cord may
cause fire.
Connect to ground.
This can prevent fire or electrical shock due to
current leakage in the event of malfunction.
Position so that the power plug is within
immediate reach at all times.
This is to enable quick disconnection of the
power plug in the event of an emergency. Install
the machine next to an electrical outlet. Also,
provide enough empty space to allow immedi-
ate access to the electrical outlet.
If sparking, smoke, burning odor, unusual
sound, or abnormal operation occurs, im-
mediately unplug the power cord. Never
use if any component is damaged.
Continuing to use the machine may result in fire,
electrical shock, or injury. Contact your autho-
rized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
Ratings
 Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or fire
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 Important notes about the power cord, plug, and electrical outlet
Never place any object on top or subject to
damage.
Never bend or twist with undue force.
Never pull with undue force.
Never bundle, bind, or roll up.Never allow to get wet.
Never make hot.
Dust may cause fire.
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 Ink, cleaning fluid, and discharged fluid are flammable and toxic
WARNING
Keep open flame away from the work area.
Ink and discharged fluid are flammable.
Never store ink, cleaning fluid, or dis-
charged fluid in any of the following loca-
tions.
➢Any location exposed to open flame
➢Any location where high temperature
may occur
➢Near bleach or any other such oxidiz-
ing agent or explosive material
➢Any location within the reach of chil-
dren
Fire may be a danger. Accidental ingestion by
children may pose a health hazard.
Never place an ink cartridge in fire.
Ink may flow out, catch fire, and spread fire to
other nearby objects.
Never drink or sniff ink, cleaning fluid, or
discharged fluid, or allow them to come
in contact with the eyes or skin.
Doing so may be hazardous to the health.
CAUTION
Ensure adequate ventilation for the work
area.
Failing to perform ventilation may result in a
health hazard or danger of combustion due to
ink fumes.
Never allow an ink cartridge to be sub-
jected to impact, and never attempt to
disassemble.
Ink may leak.
 In the event of ingestion or physical distress
➢In the event of contact with the eyes, immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes. If eye irritation
continues, seek treatment by a physician.
➢In the event of contact with skin, immediately wash with soap. If irritation or inflammation occur, seek treat-
ment by a physician.
➢In the event of ingestion, do not induce vomiting, and immediately seek treatment by a physician. Forcibly
inducing vomiting may lead to danger of choking.
➢If odor leads to physical distress, move to a well-ventilated location and rest quietly. If dizziness or nausea
persists, seek treatment by a physician.
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