02 User Manual En

www.markem-imaje.com

9, rue Gaspard Monge B.P. 11026501 Bourg-ls-Valence CedexFranceTl. : +33 (0) 4 75 75 55 00Fax : +33 (0) 4 75 82 98 10

150 Congress StreetKeene, NH 03431United States of AmericaTel.: +1 800-258-5356Fax: +1 603-357-1835

the team to trustthe team to trust user manual

A37201-C

C

M

J

CM

MJ

CJ

CMJ

N

MU S8C2.ai 01/07/2008 09:45:50MU S8C2.ai 01/07/2008 09:45:50

Contents

A37201-C.doc3/158

General 9 Introduction 11 Latest information 11 Contact us 11 Certification and standards 12 Recycling 13

Description of the printer 15 Overall view 17 Electronics compartment 18 Hydraulic compartment 19

Ink circuit 20 Rear view 21 Printheads 22

Description of operator interface 23 Description 25

Operation area 26 Display 26 Navigation area 26 Editing area 27

Daily operation 29 Startup and shutdown 31

Starting the printer 31 Stopping the printer 31

Initial programming summary table 32 Setting the time 33 Setting the date 34

Contents

A37201-C.doc4/158

Library size 35 Keyboard code 36 Security code 37 Choice of dialog language 38 CPU options 39 Print board options 41 Head start-up 42 Counter display, reset and leading zeros 43

Editing a message 45 Message programming summary table 47 Composing a message containing one line of characters

48 Composing a message containing two lines of characters

49 Deleting a character 50 Deleting a line 51 Return to single line mode 52 Creating messages in the library 53 Library: Copying messages and/or print parameters 54 Message : Selection for printing 55 Printing delay 56 Printing speed or tachometric division 57 Message sense 58 Vertical & horizontal sense of characters 59 Printing: Trigger mode 61 Bolderization 62

Contents

A37201-C.doc5/158

Fonts (Matrix): Changing 63 Bar codes: Composing and inserting in the message 64 Bar codes: Inserting autodating 65 Bar codes: Inserting a counter 66 Bar codes: Type 67 Bar codes: Control word 68 Bar codes: Bar / space ratio 69 Logo : Inserting 70 Tabulation 71 Counter batch 72 Step counter 73 Start value 74 Final value 75 Inserting into message 76 Postdate 77 Time code 78 Time, date, postdate, time code: Inserting into the

message 79 DIN characters 81

Servicing and maintenance 83 Servicing and Troubleshooting Summary Table 85 Introduction 86 Servicing and maintenance function 86 Status jet 87 Jet: Stop/Start 88

Contents

A37201-C.doc6/158

Nozzle unblocking 88 Introducing cleaning solution 90 Stability 92 Ink refresh 94 Inhibiting cover and vacuum faults 95 Jet: Speed 96 Jet: Drop control 97 Ink viscosity check 98 Printer operating parameters 99 Draining 100 SAV 100 Prolonged shutdown 101

Printer out of service for eight to fifteen days 101 Printer out of service for 15 days or longer. 101

Start-up following a prolonged shutdown 102 Starting the printer after a shutdown lasting 8 to 15 days 102 Starting the printer after a shutdown lasting 15 days or longer. 102

Servicing 103 Head cleaning 103 E3,600-hour service 105

Automatic printer Drain/Flush 106 Drain the ink circuit 108 Flush the umbilical conduit and the head 109 Flush the ink circuit 110 Re-introducing ink into the printer 111

Contents

A37201-C.doc7/158

Alarms and faults 113 Introduction 115 Preliminary checks 115 Checking the printers general operating parameters 116 Help with diagnostics 116

Introduction 116

At printer start-up 117 At jet start-up 119 During printing 120

External communications 123 Input/output connections 125

Auxiliary connections 125 Connector identification 126 Industrial interface board : layout 127 Signals: inputs and outputs 131

Inputs 135 Electrical characteristics of the optocouplers 135 Photocell 135 Disable the object sensor 135 Tachometric generator 135 Data transmitted via the parallel interface 136 Other inputs 136

Outputs 137 Electrical characteristics of the optocouplers 137 Print start signal output 137 Counter 1 final value output 137 Alarm outputs 137

Serial links 138

Contents

A37201-C.doc8/158

Technical Specifications 139 Physical characteristics 141 nstallation details 141 Power supply 141 Operating environment 142 Normal accessories 142 Main operating characteristics 142 Performance 143 Compliance with standards and certifications 143 Max noise level 143 Space plan 144

Hydraulic diagrams: 147

Consumables 149 Definition 151

Labels 152

Consumables and applications 152 Consumables and printers 153

Ink usage specifications 153 Consumption 153

Consumables and safety 153 Consumables: Warranties and liabilities 154

A37201-C.doc9/158

General

General

A37201-C.doc10/158

General

A37201-C.doc11/158

Introduction Thank you for choosing a Markem-Imaje product to handle your marking and coding requirements. This printer is highly adaptable and can be used in a wide variety of applications. With an optimized design, outstanding stopping and starting performance and simple maintenance, this printer is easy to set up, easy to use and easy to service.

Latest information The information contained in this document may not be considered to be contractually binding. Markem-Imaje reserves the right to change the characteristics indicated in the text and illustrations contained in this document without notice. The content of this document may not be reproduced, as a whole or in part, without the permission of Markem-Imaje.

Contact us Contact your nearest Markem-Imaje representative to discuss your requirements. Head office: 9, rue Gaspard Monge BP110 26501 Bourg-ls-Valence Cedex FRANCE Tel: ++ (33) (0)4 75 75 55 00 Fax: ++ (33) (0)4 75 82 98 10 http://www.markem-imaje.com

General

A37201-C.doc12/158

Certification and standards Refer to the identification plate on your machine and the certificate of conformity supplied with the printer. The ID plate shown below is given as an example and does not relate to any particular machine.

Our wish to satisfy your requirements as best we can is demonstrated by our ongoing pursuit of quality. The fact that the quality management systems at our industrial sites and the majority of our commercial subsidiaries are ISO 9001:2000 certified clearly demonstrates this commitment. We care for the environment and were the first company in the industry to be awarded ISO 14001 certification. A total of three sites are ISO 14001 certified: Bourg-ls-Valence, Gothenburg and Shanghai.

General

A37201-C.doc13/158

Recycling The equipment described below is industrial equipment, and therefore cannot be recycled or recovered as household waste but must be processed using special methods, as shown by the symbol below: The following table indicates some of the methods available for recycling machines when they reach the end of their life cycle. These methods are shown for guidance purposes only. Other more specialized processes may be used instead of those indicated.

Please do not hesitate to contact your Markem-Imaje representative for further information.

Accumulators and batteries used in the equipment must be treated using specialized methods.

If the equipment is not dismantled on site, the following information must be forwarded to the service-provider responsible for this operation.

Recycled parts Method 1 Stainless steel cabinet.

Material 100% recyclable using any metal processing method.

2 Containers for consumables and

ink circuits.

These items consist of plastic, metal and composite materials which are impregnated with or contain ink.

Recommended method: energy recovery.

3 Umbilical and printhead. energy recovery,

recovery of electrical material, recovery of metals. CAUTION : Electronic circuit board present (see 4).

4 Electronic circuit boards, screen and electrical wiring.

Recommended method: Recovery and treatment of electronic waste (computers, televisions, etc.).

A37201-C.doc14/158

A37201-C.doc15/158

Description of the printer


A37201-C.doc16/158


A37201-C.doc17/158

Overall view

Model Number of heads Number of jets Type of head

1 1 G head - M head

1 Cabinet

2 Operator interface

3 Print heads

4 Umbilical conduit


A37201-C.doc18/158

Electronics compartment

1 PC board

2 Power supply board

3 Industrial interface board

4 Main board


A37201-C.doc19/158

Hydraulic compartment

1 Ink circuit


A37201-C.doc20/158

Ink circuit

1 Ink tank

2 Additive tank

3 Pressure pump unit

4 Condenser

5 Electrovalve(s)

6 Ink filter

Vue arrire

Vue avant

7 Vacuum pump unit

8 Viscometer


A37201-C.doc21/158

Rear view

1 Mains power lead

2 Connection interface

3 Umbilical conduit to print module


A37201-C.doc22/158

Printheads

1 M head ID (medium)

2 G head ID (large)

3 Single-jet

4 Cannon

5 Charge electrode

6 Detection electrode

7 Deflector plates

8 Recovery gutter

9 Gutter plug

10 Head cover

A37201-C.doc23/158

Description of operator interface


A37201-C.doc24/158


A37201-C.doc25/158

Description

Areas 1 Operation 2 Screen 3 Navigation 4 Editing


A37201-C.doc26/158

Operation area

POWER FAULT READY ALARM

ORANGE: - Lit: as soon as mains voltage present. RED: - Lit: indicates a jet fault or alarm.

- Unlit: no fault or printer stopped.

RED: - Lit steadily: indicates a jet alarm (printing

impossible). - Flashing: indicates a print speed fault. - Unlit: no alarm or jet stopped

GREEN: - Lit steadily: jet operating. - Flashing: jet in start up phase or alarm (printing

impossible). - Unlit: jet stopped

5 On/Off.

Display

ON/OFF ?

40 character liquid crystal display to: Display messages. Dialog with the operator.

Navigation area

; Autodating 8 Counter. 9 Press directly to display and clear faults. After pressing 7, access to maintenance functions. 3 Edit or modify message.


A37201-C.doc27/158

6 Access character style (font, bolderization, tabulation, etc.). : Access to message parameters. @ Enter alphabetic characters in upper or lower case. The start and end of message delimiters on the display are shown

as follows: when entering upper case.

+ when entering lower case.

Direct keypress. After pressing 4. After pressing 7.

2/01

Exit a function. Delete characters, delete a line. Change function. Move cursor. Modify numerical value. Insert characters. Select a message to be printed or modified.

? Enter modify mode for a function. Swap text. Enter double line mode.

Editing area

The keyboard includes the Latin alphabet, punctuation keys, numbers, special characters and various keys for editing messages.


A37201-C.doc28/158

A37201-C.doc29/158

Daily operation

Daily operation

A37201-C.doc30/158

Daily operation

A37201-C.doc31/158

Startup and shutdown Starting the printer

Press 5. The jet starts automatically after an ink conditioning phase.

REMARQUES : The jet starts automatically by default, but may be programmed to start manually (7:).

Stopping the printer

Press 5. Stop? Y-N

%Wait 2 mn

Daily operation

A37201-C.doc32/158

Initial programming summary table

Daily operation

A37201-C.doc33/158

Setting the time The printer has an internal clock and autodating functions which can be inserted in a message. To insert dates in a message, see the "Message programming" chapter.

RUN/STOP clock (option): In RUN position, the time displayed and printed changes in real time. In STOP position, the time displayed and printed is fixed.

By default, resetting the time automatically restores RUN mode.

Access Function?.. .

;

Display Time (HMS) : 18.16.01

Or

Time (HMS) : 18.16.01 RUN

if the clock RUN/STOP option is fitted. Modify using 1 + enter new values, 0 to move the cursor.

1 + ? to change mode (RUN/STOP).

Choices Clock RUN or STOP option.

Daily operation

A37201-C.doc34/158

Setting the date


; 0

Display Date: (DMY) : 10.02.01

Modify using 1 + enter new values, 0 to move the cursor.

?to change the format (DMY or MDY) if the cursor is under the first digit of the day.

? to print the month as two digits or three letters if the cursor is under the first digit of the month.

Choices Format DMY (D = day, M = month, Y = year).

or MDY (M = month, D = day, Y = year). Month as two digits or three letters.

NOTE: The display shows "Error: date" if the months or days exceed the permitted range.

I2

Daily operation

A37201-C.doc35/158

Library size The size of the printers library is variable and can be programmed by the operator. The number of characters available per message depends on the number of messages selected. These two values are displayed together.


7 3

Display 25 > 0150

Printing speed (mm/s): 0123

Tachy: 0005

Exit / Confirm using 2

M10

Display the message number by pressing

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc58/158

Message sense

Role This function can be used to invert the direction in which the message is printed (from the beginning to the end or from the end to the beginning).

NOTE: The "message sense", "vertical sense" and "horizontal direction" combined with the direction in which the object moves determine the result.


3 0 ou / puis :0 (Twice)

Display Message sense:

Modify using ? Choice Message sense:

Message sense:


M11

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc59/158

Vertical & horizontal sense of characters

Role The vertical sense setting reverses all the characters in a message in a vertical plane, e.g. becomes

The horizontal sense setting reverses all the characters in a message in a horizontal plane, e.g. becomes

Note: The "message sense", "vertical sense" and "horizontal sense" combined with the direction in which the object moves determine the result.


3 0 or / then :0 (3 times)


Editing a message

A37201-C.doc60/158

Display Vertical sense:

0 Horizontal sense:

Modify using ? ? Vertical sense:

Horizontal sense:

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc61/158

Printing: Trigger mode

Role This function is used to define the printing trigger mode. - In "Manual Object" mode, printing is triggered by pressing the

Space< bar. - In "Manual Auto" mode, continuous printing is triggered by pressing

the Space< bar.

Printing is stopped by pressing the Space< bar again. - In "Object" mode, printing is triggered by the object detection cell. - In "Auto" mode, the message is printed continuously while the object

detection cell is active. Access Function?.. .

3 0 or / then :0 (5 times)

Display Mode: Manual object

Modify using ? Choice Mode: "Manual Object" (default mode)

Mode: "Manual Auto" Mode: Object Mode: Auto


Editing a message

A37201-C.doc62/158

Bolderization

Role This function is used to increase the thickness of characters by assigning them an expansion or "bolderization" coefficient from 1 to 9. These coefficients can be assigned to one or more characters, and several coefficients can be used in a single message.

NOTE: Changing the bolderization coefficient when creating or modifying a message affects all characters entered after making the change.

NOTE: The bolderization coefficient cannot be applied to a bar code sequence


3 0 or / then ?6

Display Bolderization: 1

Modify using Numeric keys. Exit using 2 Choice From 1 to 9.


M14

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc63/158

Fonts (Matrix): Changing

Role This function can be used to list all fonts present in the printer and select those used to compose the message.


3 0 or / then ?6

Display Font: R 07 x 06: 053

R or L depending on configuration 07 = number of dots per trame 06 = number of trames per character 053 = character generator number

001 to 200 = generator number for fonts in the Markem-Imaje catalog 201 to 210 = generator number for non-catalog fonts

241 to 255 = generator number reserved for logos, never displayed in this function.

Modify using ? then 2 to confirm the change of font.

The change only affects characters entered after the change.

Choice Fonts available in the printer.

IMPORTANT: Only fonts compatible with the message are displayed.

For example, only 7 x 6 fonts are displayed for single-line messages, whereas 7 x 6 and 16 x 12 fonts are displayed for double-line messages.


M15

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc64/158

Bar codes: Composing and inserting in the message

Role This function is used to insert a bar code sequence in a message. The height of the bar code trames is equal to the height of the last font selected. The bar code type and parameters are defined in the "Bar code: type, etc." function.


3 0 or / then ?6

Display

Si code 2/5 entrelac For code 39

Choice Enter the characters to be coded.

- 2/5 interleaved codes can only be used to encode numerical characters.

- Code 39 can be used to encode alphabetic and numerical characters as well as the following symbols: =, /, - and %.

- Maximum number of characters: 32 (including check byte).

M16


Editing a message

A37201-C.doc65/158

Bar codes: Inserting autodating

Role This function is used to insert autodating information in the bar code text. Access Function?.. .

3 0 or / then ? 6 ;

Display Variables: (H,N,S,D,M,Y,W,X,Z,P,J,E)

Modify using Enter the character representing the autodating element to be inserted

(see M31 for the correspondence). Choice Numerical autodating fields for 2/5 interleaved codes.

Numerical and alphabetic characters for Code 39.


M17

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc66/158

Bar codes: Inserting a counter

Role This function can be used to insert a counter in the bar code text. Access Function?.. .

3 0 or / then ? 6 8

Display ccc

Choice

Counter with parameters defined in the 3 + 8 function.


M18

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc67/158

Bar codes: Type

Role This function is used to define the parameters of the bar code. Access Function?.. .

3 0 or / then ? 6 :

Display Bar code type: 2/5 int

Modify using ? Choice 2/5 interleaved code, Code 39.


M19

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc68/158

Bar codes: Control word

Role The control word is used to ensure that a bar code has been read correctly. It corresponds to a digit located at the end of the code, identifying the parity of the preceding coded text. It may optionally be inserted in the text.

Access

Bar code type: 0

Display

Modify using ? Choice Yes / No.

M20

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc69/158

Bar codes: Bar / space ratio

Role This function is used to adjust the readability of the code. Access

Control word: 0

Display Ratio: nb: 1 wb: 3 ns: 1 ws: 3

Narrow bars (nb), wide bars (wb), narrow spaces (ns) and wide spaces (ws).

Modify using Numeric key to modify the digit at the cursor position. Choice nb: 1 to 7 ns: 1 to 7 wb: 1 to 9 ws: 1 to 9

M21

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc70/158

Logo : Inserting

Role This function can be used to insert from 1 to 15 predefined custom logos into the message. For further details, contact your usual Markem-Imaje correspondent.


3 0 or / then ? 6

Display Logo:

Modify using Enter the logo number using numeric keys 1 to 9 and alphabetic keys A

to F. The logo must be inserted in line 1 of a double-line message. After inserting logo 5, for example, the following is displayed:

1 - 5

NOTE: The error message "double line required" is displayed if the logo is inserted into a single-line message. The error message "insert code on line 1" (upper line) is displayed if the logo is inserted in line 2 (lower line).

Choice Up to 15 different logos.

- Logos 1 to 9, press the numeric keys. - Logo 10, press A. - Logo 11, press B. - Logo 12, press C. - Logo 13, press D. - Logo 14, press E. - Logo 15, press F.

M22


Editing a message

A37201-C.doc71/158

Tabulation

Role This function is used to insert empty frames between characters in a message.


3 0 or / then ? 6 0

Display Tabulat ion: 000

Modify using Numeric keys Choice 0 to 255 trames. Display A tabulation in the message is represented by:

Tabulation


M23

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc72/158

Counter batch

Role This function is used to determine the number of messages in a batch. The counter changes when the batch value is reached.


3 0 or / 8

Display Counter batch: 000001

Modify using 1 + Numeric keys. Choice 000001 to 999999.


M24

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc73/158

Step counter

Role This function is used to determine the value by which the counter is incremented.


3 0 or / 8then0

Display



M25

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc74/158

Start value

Role This function is used to determine the initial value of the counter. If the start value is greater than the final value, the counter counts backwards.


3 0 or / 8then0Twice

Display Valeur dpart : 000000001



M26

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc75/158

Final value

Role This function is used to determine the final value of the counter. If the start value is greater than the final value, the counter counts backwards.


3 0 or / 8then03 times

Display Final value: 000250000



M27

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc76/158

Inserting into message

Role This function is used to insert the contents of a counter into a message. Access Function?.. .

3 0 or / then ? 8

Display ccccccccc

Modify using

Insert the counter into the message by pressing 8. Choice The counter may be inserted into the message several times in character

mode or bar code mode.

NOTE: The content of the counter is considered as a whole character in the message. It can be bolderized, displayed in different fonts or converted into a bar code.

M28


Editing a message

A37201-C.doc77/158

Postdate

Role This function is used to program the number of days difference between the current date and the desired postdate.

NOTE: If the printer is fitted with the programmable offset Julian calendar option, postdates are not shown.


3 0 or / then ;

Display Durat ion: 0000P (DMY): 05 12 00

Modify using 1 + Numeric keys 0 to move the cursor. Choice 0000 to 9999 days.

M29


Editing a message

A37201-C.doc78/158

Time code

Role This function is used to define the parameters of the time code. Access Function?.. .

3 0 or / then ;0

Display S:08:00 I:00:01 01

S : 08:00 = time code start time I : 00:01 = interval between each code change 01 : type of code to print

Modify using 0 to move the cursor to "S", "I" or code type.

1 + numeric keys for "S" and "I". 1 ? for the type of code to print.

Choice S = 00:00 to 23:59

I = 00:01 to 23:59 01 = numeric code from 01 to 24 A = alphabetic code from A to Z A-O-I = alphabetic code from A to Z, excluding O and I.

Exemple :

Start time = 05:00 Interval = 8:00 Code = A

The time code printed is:

from 05:00 to 12:59: A from 13:00 to 20:59: B from 21:00 to 04:59: C etc.

M30


Editing a message

A37201-C.doc79/158

Time, date, postdate, time code: Inserting into the message

Role This function is used to insert autodating elements (time, date, postdate, time code) into the message. The autodating elements are displayed as lower case letters as shown below. When they are printed the actual values are inserted. A single element can be inserted several times.

REMINDER: See autodating programming in initial programming section.


3 0 or / then ? ;

Display Variable: (H,N,S,D,M,Y,W,X,P,J,E)

Modify using Enter the characters shown in brackets on the display.


M31

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc80/158

Choice H = hour, represented by "hh" in the message.

N = minutes, represented by "nn" in the message. S = seconds, represented by "ss" in the message. D = day of the month, "dd" in the message. M = month, "mm" in the message for two-digit months and

"mom" for three-letter months (the format is chosen when setting autodating parameters during initial programming).

Y = year, "yy" in the message. W = week number, "ww" in the message. X = day of the week number, "x" in the message. Z = last digit of the year, "y" in the message. P + D = postday, "pd" in the message P + M = postmonth, "pm" in the message for two-digit months and

"pmo" for three-letter months. P + Y = postyear, "py" in the message. P + J = postdate in the Julian calendar (0 to 365 days), "pju" in the

message. J = julian day of the year (day 0 to 365), "jjj" in the message. E = time code, "e" in the message for alphabetic time codes,

"ee" for numeric time codes.

Editing a message

A37201-C.doc81/158

DIN characters

Role The part of the message or the message created with this option will be printed as follows:

NOTE: If you also have a "chimney" font (Font menu), the print result is as follows:

Access Function ?. ..

3 0 or / then ? 6

Display DIN : yes

Modify using ? Choice Yes or no.


M32

A37201-C.doc82/158

A37201-C.doc83/158

Servicing and maintenance


A37201-C.doc84/158


A37201-C.doc85/158

Servicing and Troubleshooting Summary Table


A37201-C.doc86/158

Introduction The aim of this section is to provide all the information needed to perform servicing correctly. All the procedures given in this chapter are standard operations which must be performed correctly for optimum printer operation.

Servicing and maintenance function The servicing and maintenance function allows the operator to retrieve information about printer operation and control certain specific elements of the head or ink circuit.

This function is accessed by pressing7 9 in turn.


A37201-C.doc87/158

Status jet

Role This function gives access to the various instructions for jet servicing and maintenance operations.


79 Display Status jet

Modify using 1 Choice Stop/Start

Nozzle unblocking Intro. solution Stability Refresh

IMPORTANT: All these instructions are independent of each other. However in some cases it is recommended that they be performed in order: [Nozzle unblocking], [Intro. solution], [Stability].

E1


A37201-C.doc88/158

Jet: Stop/Start

Role This instruction is a sub-function of the [Status jet] function It is used to stop or start the jet. The jet is operational after a stabilization phase lasting approx. 50 seconds (green jet indicator lit steadily).

Access Status jet

1 Display Jet: Stop

Modify using ? Choice Stop or Start.

Nozzle unblocking Role This instruction is a sub-function of the [Status jet] function.

It is used when the jet is missing or deviated out of the recuperation gutter.

Access Status jet

1 0 Display Nozzle unblocking: N

Modify using ? Choice N = no or Y = yes

E3

E2


A37201-C.doc89/158

Procedure - Validate the [Nozzle unblocking] function.

- Close the recuperation gutter (Figure 1). - Spray cleaning solution onto the nozzle using the cleaning bottle

(Figure 2). - Stop the [Nozzle unblocking] function after approx. 30 seconds by

pressing ?.

Figure 1 Figure 2

Closed open


A37201-C.doc90/158

Introducing cleaning solution

Role This instruction is a sub-function of the [Status jet] function. It is used to clean the nozzle and the inside of the cannon, by provoking a pressure drop inside the cannon causing cleaning solution to be sucked in through the ejection nozzle.

Access Status jet

1 0 (twice) Display Intro. solution N


E4


A37201-C.doc91/158

Procedure - Close the recuperation gutter (Figure 1).

- Validate the [Intro. solution] function. - Cleaning solution onto the cannon for 30 seconds (Figure 2).

- Stop the [Intro. solution] function by pressing ?. - Open the recuperation gutter (Figure 1). - Dry the head (Figure 3).

Figure 1 Figure 2 Figure 3

Closed

Open

1 Items to be dried 2 Head drying pump

2


A37201-C.doc92/158

Stability

Role This instruction is a sub-function of the [Status jet] function. It is used to stabilize the jet in the gutter. This is checked visually when the function is selected using the eyeglass supplied in the servicing kit.

Access Status jet

1 0 (3 times) Display Stability N


E5


A37201-C.doc93/158

Procedure - Validate the [Stability] function.

- Check the position of the jet in the gutter using the eyeglass (Figure 1).

If the jet is stable in the gutter:

- Stop the [Stability] function by pressing?. - Clean the head.

If the jet is unstable (gutter particularly dirty or jet permanently deviated):

- Repeat the [Nozzle unblocking] and/or [Intro. solution] procedures then check the [Stability] again.

Figure 1


A37201-C.doc94/158

Ink refresh

Role This instruction is a sub-function of the [Status jet] function. It homogenizes the ink by circulating it in all pipes in the circuit. It is used after a prolonged stop (several days) or after replacing the ink).

Access Status jet

1 0 (4 times) Display Ink refresh N


E6


A37201-C.doc95/158

Inhibiting cover and vacuum faults

Role For safety reasons, the printer continuously monitors the presence of the head cover and recuperation of the jet in the gutter (if the jet is operating). Opening the head cover immediately cuts off the high voltage applied to the deflection plates. If incorrect ink recuperation in the gutter is detected, the jet is immediately stopped. If the jet has been deviated, this avoids dirtying the head or the products too much. These two faults are signalled by red indicators on the operator interface. Certain servicing actions require one of these faults to be inhibited.


7 9 0 Display Fault: Cover Yes Vacuum: Yes

Modify using 1 ? 0 or / to move from one to the other.

When the printer is started up, cover and vacuum detection are systematically enabled.

Choice Yes = Cover or vacuum faults handled normally.

No = Cover or vacuum faults inhibited Exit using 2

E7


A37201-C.doc96/158

Jet: Speed

Role This function is used to display the jet speed. Access Function?.. .

7 9 0 (twice) Display If the jet is operating:

Jet 1: Dc 20.0 m/s

If the jet is stopped:

Jet 1: Dc 00.0 m/s

Modify using Impossible

E8


A37201-C.doc97/158

Jet: Drop control

IMPORTANT: Selecting this function stops the current printing process. The green jet control indicator flashes throughout the display phase.

Role This function displays the quality of the drop charge. It is one of the main

characteristics of the ink jet printing principle. The drop charge is determined by the jet break-off point and the ink quality.

The check is correct if "1" is displayed consistently three or four times in succession. e.g. "00111100" correct "11100001" correct "01010011" incorrect


7 9 0 (twice) 1 ? Display Jet 1: 01111000

Jet 1: 01111000 = numerical expression of drop charge quality for the jet.

Modify using Break point adjustment. Stop function using 2

E9


A37201-C.doc98/158

Ink viscosity check

Role This function displays the viscosity monitoring data. The printer continually monitors and controls the ink viscosity to ensure that the break-off point is correct.


7 9 0 (3 times) Display

Lhl: ++ Viscometer full Lhl: - + Viscometer filling or emptying Lhl: - - Viscometer empty Only the electrovalve status can be modified manually to check that the entire viscometer circuit is operating correctly

Modify using 1 ? 0 or / to change from one electrovalve to another. Stop function using 2

E10


A37201-C.doc99/158

Printer operating parameters

Role This function displays the printers five main operating parameters. Access Function?.. .

7 9 0 (4 times) Display Vm:1500 P:2.72b :4.9 Vj:20.0m/s T:26C - 20C

Vm Pressure motor speed expressed in revolutions per minute (rpm). P Operating pressure expressed in bar (b). m Ink viscosity expressed in centipoise (cPo). Vj Jet speed expressed in meters per second (m/s). T: 26 Electronic compartment temperature expressed in degrees Celsius (C). 20 Ink temperature expressed in Celsius (C) (only for certain ink types).

Modify motor speed using 1 / or 0 to reduce or increase motor speed.

E11


A37201-C.doc100/158

Draining After connecting the draining tool, this function can be used to monitor the operation of the automatic draining cycle.

SAV This function displays a recorded history of the printers operating parameters. Records are at five-minute intervals, and several hours of operation are stored. The following parameters are stored:

- Time - Vmot: Motor speed (rpm) - Pres: Ink pressure (bar) - Tr: Viscometer filling time (s) - Ad: Number of additive additions - Vjet: Jet speed (m/s) - T1: Electronic circuit temperature (C) - T2: Ink circuit temperature (C) - Def: Hexadecimal value of "general faults" byte.

The two lines below are displayed alternately:

12 : 31 1500 2.76 29 01 20.1 35 21 00

Time Vmot Pres Tr Ad Vjet T1 T2 Def

The first record displayed corresponds to the most recent machine status.

/ Displays previous records. 0 Displays subsequent records. Contents of "General fault" byte:

Bit 7 Ink pigment circuit Bit 3 Memory lost Bit 6 Motor cycle Bit 2 Hard CPU Bit 5 Head 2 unserviceable Bit 1 Pressure Bit 4 Head 1 unserviceable Bit 0 Ink level low

E12

E13


A37201-C.doc101/158

Prolonged shutdown

NOTE Any shutdown can be made into a series of short shutdowns, regardless of length, provided that the printer is started and ran a minimum of twice a week with the jets in a running or refresh mode for at least one hour.

Printer out of service for eight to fifteen days

1. Flush the umbilical conduit and head. Refer to the procedure for flushing the umbilical/head contained in this section.

Printer out of service for 15 days or longer.

The printer needs to be drained and flushed. This operation can either be performed manually or automatically using the drain/flush unit available from Markem-Imaje.

Automatic Drain/Flush

Refer to the automatic printer Drain/Flush procedure contained in this section.

Manual Drain/Flush

This operation consists of five stages: 1. Drain the ink circuit 2. Flush the ink circuit 3. Drain the ink circuit 4. Flush the ink circuit 5. Flush the umbilical(s)/head(s). Refer to the Drain ink circuit, Flush ink circuit and Flush umbilical/head procedures contained in this section.


A37201-C.doc102/158

Start-up following a prolonged shutdown

Starting the printer after a shutdown lasting 8 to 15 days

1. Open gutter located in the print head

2. Start the printer.

3. Perform a STABILITY check, if necessary Voir E5

4. Perform a five-minute ink REFRESHMENT routine.

Voir E6

Starting the printer after a shutdown lasting 15 days or longer.

This operation consists of three stages: 1. Drain the ink circuit Refer to Drain ink circuit procedure contained in this section. 2. Change the main ink filter cartridge. Refer to "Change ink filter cartridge for S8C2 printers" procedure contained in the Maintenance section of this manual. 3. Reintroduce new ink to the printer. Refer to Re-introduce ink procedure contained in this section.


A37201-C.doc103/158

Servicing Head cleaning

Tools required Servicing tray Screwdriver, cleaning flask and blower bulb (or drying kit)

1. Stop the jet(s) Voir E2 2. Position the head onto its maintenance holster. Open the head cover. Close the gutter screw located in the print head:

3. Clean the electrodes and the cannon(s) with cleaning solution to remove all dried ink.


A37201-C.doc104/158

4. Dry carefully. Use the blower bulb or the drying kit, to thoroughly dry the cleaning solution from all areas of the print head.

5. Open gutter : bring the jet(s) back into service. E2

6. Close the head cover and acknowledge to clear any faults present. It is normal to have a cover fault. Place the head back on its production support bracket.

Voir E7


A37201-C.doc105/158

E3,600-hour service

1. Drain and flush the printer. See automatic or manual printer Drain/Flush procedures contained in this section. 2. Change main ink filter cartridge. This operation must be performed at least once every twelve months. Refer to procedure for changing S8C2 printer ink filter cartridges contained in the Maintenance section of this manual. 3. Change the pressurization air filter cartridge. This operation must be performed at least once every six months. Refer to procedure for changing S8c2 printer pressurization air filter cartridges contained in the Maintenance section of this manual.


A37201-C.doc106/158

Automatic printer Drain/Flush

This procedure consists of two stages:

Flush the recovery gutter manually

1. Ensure printer in service and jet(s) are stopped and then spray cleaning solution into the recovery gutter(s) for 20 seconds.

2. Shut down the printer normally and disconnect from the main AC supply.

3. Close the gutter(s) and place a clean anti-clogging protector under the nozzle(s)

Flush the printer automatically

Disconnect the industrial interface board ribbon cable. Connect the "drain adapter" ribbon cable between the drain system and the industrial interface board and then connect the main board ribbon to the open connector located on in the center of the ribbon cable.

Motherboard ribbon cable

Drainage device ribbon cable

Flushing/Rinsing tooll


A37201-C.doc107/158

1. Disconnect quick-connect self-sealing pressure connector(s) and connect flushing connector(s) (see hydraulic diagram on following page).

2. Connect the drain unit quick-connect connector on the ink circuit pressure outlet and place the second drain unit tube in an empty container to accumulate waste. (minimum quantity of 5 liter container is recommended).

3. Drain the ink tank, the viscometer circuit (the viscometer + the constant-level tube) and the main filter (leave the filter cartridge installed).

4. Pour two liters of additive into the ink tank.

5. Pour two liters of additive into the additive tank.

6. Immerse the free end of the flushing connector into cleaning solution in a clean beaker or into the printer additive tank.

7. Remove, clean and then refit the head filter(s).

8. Start the printer.

9. Select and confirm theFlushing function to start the automatic drain cycle and monitor progress: E12 Several cleaning, flushing and draining operations are performed in succession before the process ends automatically. Wait for the printer to shut down when the flushing cycles are completed.

10. Disconect the printer from the main AC supply . Restore all hydraulic connectors to their original condition.

Disconnect the drain unit ribbon cable from the industrial interface. Disconnect the printers ribbon cable from the drain unit ribbon cable and reconnect to the printer industrial interface board.


A37201-C.doc108/158

Drain the ink circuit Tools required :

Recovery tank 3 mm Allen key.

1. Shut down the printer normally and disconnect from main AC power supply.

2. Place a recovery container under the ink tank and remove the drain plug to drain. The spent ink should then be stored in a closed container and must not be re-used.

3. Refit the drain plug.

4. Drain the viscometer in the same way by removing the drain plug to the viscometer circuit.

5. Place a recovery container under the main filter. Drain the main filter by first undoing the lower drain screw and then the upper drain screw using the 3 mm Allen key. Keep the O-rings associated with the screws in a safe place. Wait until liquid stops flowing.

6. If the ink circuit is to be flushed after draining: Using the cleaning flask, splash solution inside the ink tank to remove as much ink as possible from the strainer at the bottom of the tank and from the inside of the constant-level tube. Drain solution from the tank as described in step two of this procedure.

7. Refit the upper screw first and then fit the lower screw, ensuring that the O-rings are fit to the screws.

Main filter

Viscometer draining tube

Ink tank draining tube

Lower screw

Upper screw


A37201-C.doc109/158

Flush the umbilical conduit and the head This procedure is used for circulating clean additive in the print head head and umbilical tubing.

1. Ensure printer is in a running condition with the jet(s) stopped. Spray additive into the recovery gutter for 20 seconds.

2. Shut down the printer normally.

3. Close the recovery gutter screw in the print head.

4. Disconnect the pressure connector inside the hydraulic compartment. NOTE: DISCONNECT BOTH PRESSURE CONNECTORS ON TWO-HEAD PRINTERS. 5. Connect flushing connector (1) to the umbilical pressure line by way of the head filter.

6. Immerse the free end of the flushing connector into a beaker of additive or into the printer additive tank.

7. Plug the nozzle(s) using an anti-clogging protector.

IC pressure Pressure

Purge Canon

Anti-clogging protector

Recuperation gutter Additive beaker or printer additive tank

(1)


A37201-C.doc110/158

8. Start the printer Run the REFRESHMENT function (E6) for a minimum of 30 seconds (on each corresponding head for two-head printers). 9. .Run the NOZZLE UNBLOCKING function (E3) for a minimum of 20 seconds. 10. On two-head printers, flush the second head before proceeding to the next step. Stop the printer normally and wait for the system to shut down completely. 11. Restore hydraulic connections to their original positions and remove the flushing connector.

Flush the ink circuit Tools required:

Recovery tank 3 mm Allen key.

1. Refit the drain plugs.

2. Pour one liter of cleaning solution into the ink tank.

3. Start up the printer normally, stopping the jet(s).

4. Perform the ink REFRESHMENT procedure(E6) for a minimum of 20 minutes.


A37201-C.doc111/158

Re-introducing ink into the printer

CAUTION Check consumable expiration date shown on the ink containers label.

1. Check that the drain plugs and bleed screws are in place.

2. Remove the ink tank lid and pour 1 liter of new ink into the ink tank.

3. Remove the additive tank lid and confirm or fill to the way level mark on the tank.

4. Start the printer and make sure that the jet is present and stable within the gutter.

5. Perform STABILITY (E5) check, if necessary.

6. Perform five-minute ink REFRESHMENT(E6) routine.

7. Clean and dry print head.

8. Start jet for normal production and ensure no faults are present.

A37201-C.doc112/158

A37201-C.doc113/158

Alarms and faults

Alarms and faults

A37201-C.doc114/158

Alarms and faults

A37201-C.doc115/158

Introduction This chapter forms a troubleshooting guide to help users search for the origin of a fault in a quick, logical way. The search starts with a simple diagnosis of the fault, without disassembling any parts, and is refined by a series of precise checks until the defective part is located. This guide provides a directory of possible failures and actions to be taken to restore normal operation. The only equipment required is the printers maintenance kit.

Preliminary checks All the searches for defective items in the sections below must be preceded by preliminary checks. These checks allow problems such as dirty parts, ink leaks, faulty electric or hydraulic connections to be detected with the naked eye. Stop the printer and disconnect it from the mains, then check the items below:

Check Type of problem Console and operator interface

Dents or cuts

Print head Dirty electrodes Damaged or incorrectly adjusted mechanical parts

External appearanc

Connection of accessories Disconnection Cuts Tanks Tanks open or damaged

Leaks Ink or additive tanks empty Appearance of ink (odor, consistency) Appearance of additive (odor, color)

Hydraulic pipes and connections

Leak Pipes bent, damaged or cut

Appearance of ink circuit Electrical connections Faulty connections:

- ink circuit loom - ink level detector (upper part of ink tank) - fan - viscometer - electrovalves

Boards present in electronic compartment

Board missing

Electronic compartment

Connections in electronic compartment

Faulty connections: - on "Front panel" board - on "Motor control" board - on power supply board - on main board

Industrial interface

compartment

Electrical connections accessible from rear panel

Faulty connections - conduit ribbon cable - EHT block to corresponding cables to conduit - industrial interface ribbon cable - terminal blocks on industrial interface board

Alarms and faults

A37201-C.doc116/158

Checking the printers general operating parameters In addition to the steps described in the sections above, the printers operating status should be checked. The information is available in the maintenance function, accessible by pressing

7 9. The following parameters should be noted for subsequent investigation: the operating pressure P,

the ink viscosity , The jet speed Vj, the electronic compartment temperature T1, the ink temperature T2. REMINDER: Typical display

Vm : 1500 P : 2,72 b : 4,9 Vj : 20,0 m/s T : 26C - 20C

T1 T2

Help with diagnostics Introduction

This chapter contains tables with the following two columns: Anomalies observed (by the operator) or displayed (by the printer) Solutions Each anomaly is identified in the tables by a number in bold. Each anomaly may be resolved by several "Solutions". After performing the preliminary checks, apply the first solution proposed which corresponds to the situation. If the anomaly recurs, apply the next solution, and so on.

After the incident has been corrected, cancel the fault record by pressing 9.

Alarms and faults

A37201-C.doc117/158

At printer start-up

Anomalies observed Solutions 1-Orange mains power indicator off. 1a-Check mains supply.

1b-Replace 4A delayed-action fuse (see corresponding procedure).

2-Operator interface indicators off but motor starts.

2a-Stop and restart the printer. 2b-The front panel board is faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

3-Operator interface indicators off. Motor does not start. or Operator interface indicators on and remain steady. Motor does not start.

3a-Stop and restart the printer. 3b-Check the power supply voltage indicator LEDs on the main board. - If only two LEDs are lit, the power supply board is faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support. - If all the LEDs are lit, either the main board or the motor control board is faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

4-Red alarm / fault indicator lit. 4a-Perform autodiagnosis by pressing 9.

5-Memory lost. 5a-Reprogram the printer then contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

6-CPU fault. 6a-Unplug the printer then plug back in and restart. 6b-If the fault persists, contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

7-Ink tank level low. 7a-Add ink to the corresponding tank (max. 1/2 tank). 7b-The main board may be faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

8-Additive tank level low or Additive tank empty or Solvent fault

8a-Add additive to the corresponding tank (max. 1/2 tank) 8b-Check that the additive addition electrovalve operates

correctly (7 9). Check the viscometer circuit. 8c-If the fault persists, contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

9-V.24 fault. 9a-Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

Alarms and faults

A37201-C.doc118/158

10-Fault: C 10a-The ambient temperature in the room where the printer

is too high, causing the temperature in the electronic compartment to exceed 70C. Modify the installation. 10b-The main board is faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

11-Viscometer fault 11a-Check that the viscometer electrovalve operates correctly by monitoring viscometer level variations

(79). 11b-If the fault persists, contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

12-No message to print 12a-The printer is linked to an external controller and has not received a message to print. Check message transmission and content and check the link.

13-Unknown CG number 13a-The printer is linked to an external controller and the CG (character generator) number received is incorrect. Check the CG numbers in the printer and ensure that the data sent by the controller corresponds. IMPORTANT: the CG numbers are different on each line. 13b-If this fault occurs after resetting the main board, the

message library must also be deleted 73. 13c-The main board may be faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

14-Fan fault 14a-Check that the fan at the bottom of the console is correctly connected and running. It must run continuously immediately after the printer starts up. 14b-The main board is faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

Alarms and faults

A37201-C.doc119/158

At jet start-up

Anomalies displayed Solutions 1-Cover missing 1a-Close the head cover or check that it is fully closed.

1b-The cover detector or the main board are faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

2-EHT 2a-Carefully clean and dry the jet electrodes using the cleaning solution spray bottle and the head drying pump. 2b-Check that the ambient conditions (humidity, temperature) comply with the specifications given on the ink technical data sheet. If not, contact Markem-Imaje technical support to fit dry air head overpressure accessories. 2c-Check the electromagnetic environment around the head (interference). 2d-The main board is faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

3-Gutter fault 3a-Check that the gutter is open . 3b-Clean the print head and the head cover. 3c-Restart the jet and observe it. 3d-If the jet is unstable or not in the gutter, enable the [Intro.solution], [Stability] and [Refresh] functions in turn. 3e-If the jet is missing, enable the [Nozzle unblocking], [Intro.solution], [Stability] and [Refresh] functions in turn. 3f-If the jet is still missing, check all the ink pressurization circuit parts (electrovalves, unions, hoses, pump, motor, ink filter, ink, etc.). 3g-If the jet is present and stable in the gutter, check all ink recuperation circuit parts (gutter, electrovalves, unions, hoses, pump, motor, etc.). 3h-Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

Alarms and faults

A37201-C.doc120/158

During printing

Anomalies displayed Solutions 1-Jet 1: Phase detection 1a-Carefully clean and dry the jet electrodes using the

cleaning solution spray bottle and the head drying pump. 1b-Check the printers general operating parameters. 1c-Check that the ink used in the printer is valid: expiry date (see information on flask), replacement frequency, ambient conditions (see ink technical data sheet). 1d-Enable the [Refresh] function for 2 minutes. 1e-Check the electromagnetic environment around the head (interference). 1f-The main board is faulty. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

2-IMP does not reply 2a-The fault appears after a prolonged conveyor stoppage while printing a message in Tachy mode. Restart message printing. 2b-The fault persists after trying to print the message at constant speed. Contact Markem-Imaje technical support.

3-Printing speed 3a-Check the definition of the [Tachy division] or [Printing speed] parameters on the printer.

Alarms and faults

A37201-C.doc121/158

Anomalies displayed Solutions 4- Poor print quality Example 1:

Example 2:

Example 3:

Example 4:

4a- Clean the printhead (including the cover) and make sure that there is no obstruction on the jet trajectory. 4b- Ensure the printhead bracket is stable and is not subject to vibration. 4c- Check head-object distance (examples 1 and 2). 4d- Ensure jets are centered in the recovery gutters (examples 3 and 4). 4e- Check the reference viscosity time displayed on the printer against the theoretical viscosity value given on the ink data sheet. 4f- Head needs mechanical and/or electronic adjustment. Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance. 4g- The problem is on the main board. Contact Markem-Imaje Technical Assistance.

A37201-C.doc122/158

A37201-C.doc123/158

External communications


A37201-C.doc124/158


A37201-C.doc125/158

Input/output connections Connections to external equipment and accessories are made via the industrial interface board, which consists of dedicated terminal connectors. Several types of signals can be utilized, including:

Input/Output signals for synchronization with the production line - start print (TOP), tachometer (TACHY), reverse message (INVMES), etc.,

Serial links for external control of the printer (RS232 / RS422 interface), Alarm/fault outputs (dry contact relays), Audible alarm output, Message selection signals on parallel interface, Additional photocell input, Counter increment input, Counter initialization input, Others.

Auxiliary connections

The wiring for the signals can either be connected on: The industrial interface board terminal (1) with wires entering via the IP65 sealed cable gland(s) (2). Open the cabinet covers to access the board. or, as an option for certain signals, on IP 65 DB-25 parallel connector (3).

The glands and the connectors are located at the back of the printer.

Figure 1: View of industrial interface board

2

3 1


A37201-C.doc126/158

Connector identification

A Connector for alarm lamp T1 Tachometer connector 1 C1 Photocell connector 1 T2 Tachometer connector 2 (for two-head printer) C2 Photocell connector 2 (for two-head printer)


A37201-C.doc127/158

Industrial interface board : layout

S5 S7 Fuses S1 J7 S2 J13 B1 J1 J10 LED7/8 LED3 J12 LED11 LED5-6 B3 S3 LED1 J15 S4 LED4-13 S8 S6 LED12 J11 LED2-14 S9 B2 LED 15/16/17 J14 J9 LED9-10 J6

J8 J4 J5 B4


A37201-C.doc128/158

LED status

These LEDs provide a visual indication that specific output signals from the printer or input signals from an external device connected to the board are operating correctly.

ID LEGEND COMMENTS

LED1 (green)

TOP2 Signal from DTOP2 input is present (LED flashes in time with the photocell signal).

LED2 (green)

TOP1 Signal from DTOP1 input is present (LED flashes in time with the photocell signal).

LED 3 (green)

TAC2 Signal from TACHY2 input is present. (LED flashes in time with the tachometer pulses).

LED4 (green)

TAC1 Signal from TACHY1 input is present. (LED flashes in time with the tachometer pulses).

LED5 (green)

FIN2 The LED goes on when the VALFINALIMP2 signal from the printer changes to logic level 0 - i.e. 0V (active status) Indicating that counter 2 on head 2 has reached its final value.

LED6 (green)

SP2 The LED goes on when the SPROG2 signal from the printer changes to logic level 1 - i.e. +5V (active status) in SPROG2 mode (jumper S7-3). The LED goes on when the SPROG2 signal from the printer changes to logic level 0 - i.e. 0V (active status) in BUSY2 mode (jumper S7-1). In both cases, when the LED is on idicates that head 2 is printing.

LED7 (green)

RC2 Signal from the RAZC2 input is present. (LED flashes in time with the command signal).

LED8 (green)

INC2 Signal from the INCC2 input is present. (LED flashes in time with the command signal).

LED9 (green)

FIN1 The LED goes on when the VALFINALIMP1 signal from the printer changes to logic level 0 - i.e. 0V (active status). Indicating that counter 1 on head 1 has reached its final value.


A37201-C.doc129/158

LED10 (green)

SP1 The LED goes on when the SPROG1 signal from the printer changes to logic level 1 - i.e. +5V (active status) in SPROG1 mode (jumper S8-3). The LED goes on when the SPROG1 signal from the printer changes to logic level 0 - i.e. 0V (active status) in BUSY1 mode (jumper S8-1). In both cases, when the LED is on indicates that head 1 is printing,

LED11 (green)

STOP2 Signal from STOPI2 input is present. (LED flashes in time with the command signal).

LED12 (green)

STOP1 Signal from STOPI1 input is present. (LED flashes in time with the command signal).

LED13 (green)

RC1 Signal from RAZC1 input is present. (LED flashes in time with the command signal).

LED14 (green)

INC1 Signal from INCC1 input is present. (LED flashes in time with the command signal).

LED15 (green)

DEF The LED goes on when there is a general fault on the printer. Relay REL2 is activated.

LED16 (green)

T2 The LED goes on when head 2 on the printer is ready to print. Relay REL3 is activated.

LED17 (green)

T1 The LED goes on when head 1 on the printer is ready to print. Relay REL1 is activated.

Fuses

500mA (resettable)


A37201-C.doc130/158

Jumpers and switches

Standard position

ID LEGEND POSITION FUNCTION / COMMENTS

1 2 S1-1 VAL VAL RS422 point-to-point link (just one printer on the link).

S1-3 VAL not VAL RS422 point-to-multipoint link (printer selected with VALID422). 1 2 S2_1 RXD 232 RS232 serial link mode selected S2_3 RXD 422 RS422 serial link mode selected.

2 3 S3-3 TOP2 TOP2 DTOPIMP2 signal from optocoupled input DTOP2.

S3-1 TOP2 not

TOP2 DTOPIMP2 signal from input DTOP1 (when operating with two heads and a single DTOP cell)

2 3 S4-3 TAC2 TAC2 TACHYIMP2 signal from optocoupled input TACHY2.

S4-1 TAC2 not

TAC2 TACHYIMP2 signal from input TACHY1 (when operating with two heads and a single tachometer).

S5-3 INV2 INV2 DTOPIMP2 signal inverted. 1 2 S5-1 INV2 not INV2 DTOPIMP2 signal not inverted. S6-3 INV1 INV1 DTOPIMP1 signal inverted.

1 2 S6-1 INV1 not INV1 DTOPIMP1 signal not inverted.

S7-3 SPROG2 SPROG2 SPROGI2 signal operates in SPROG mode.

1 2 S7-1 BUSY2 BUSY2 SPROGI2 signal operates in BUSY mode.

S8-3 SPROG1 SPROG1 SPROGI1 signal operates in SPROG mode.

1 2

S8-1 BUSY1 BUSY1 SPROGI1 signal operates in BUSY mode. S9-3 T2 T2 24V alarm on J5 operates with 2 heads

1 2 S9-1 T2 not T2 24V alarm on J5 operates with one head


A37201-C.doc131/158

Signals: inputs and outputs

The four terminal blocks on the industrial interface board are arranged as follows: Terminal block B1: 28-pin CPU signals Terminal block B2: 32-pin Head 1 signals Terminal block B3: 32-pin Head 2 signals (on two-head printers only) Terminal block B4: 9-pin Alarm relay signals

Most signals are also available on the HE 14 connector.

Terminal block B1: Communication

Pin HE14

connector Legend Signal I/O

Comments

B1-5 J10-3 TXD TXDEXT O TX RS232 B1-6 J10-4 RXD RXDEXT I RX RS232 B1-7 J10-2 DTR DTREXT O DTR RS232 B1-8 J10-1 DSR DSREXT I DSR RS232 B1-24 J13-10 TD4+ TXD422+ O TX RS422 -TX RS422 + B1-23 J13-9 TD4- TXD422- O TX RS422 - B1-18 J13-4 RD4+ RXD422+ I RX RS422 + B1-17 J13-3 RD4- RXD422- I RX RS422 - B1-22 J13-8 DT4+ DTR422+ O DTR RS422 + B1-21 J13-7 DT4- DTR422- O DTR RS422 - B1-16 J13-2 DS4+ DSR422+ I DSR RS422 + B1-15 J13-1 DS4- DSR422- I DSR RS422 - B1-20 VAL422+ VALID422+ I Enable RS422 B1-19 VAL422- VALID422- I Enable RS422 B1-10 OT1 OUT1 O Positive terminal not used B1-9 COT1 COMOUT1 O Negative terminal not used B1-12 IN1 IN1 I Positive terminal not used B1-11 CIN1 COMIN1 I Negative terminal not used B1-13/14/25 GND GND B1-26 +5V +5V O B1-27 +15V +15V O B1-28 -15V -15V O

CAUTION : The +5V, +15V and -15V outputs are not fuse protected. If using these supplies, care must be taken.


A37201-C.doc132/158

Terminal block B1: Alarms

Pin Legend Signal I/O Comments

B1-1 COGE COMGENE O Optocoupled general alarm: negative terminal

B1-2 OGE OPTOGENE O Optocoupled general alarm: positive terminal

B1-3 CSTR COMSTART I Printer Stop/Start: negative terminal

B1-4 STR START I Printer Stop/Start: positive terminal

Terminal block B2: Printhead 1

Pin HE14

connector Legend Signal

I/O

Comments

B2-4 J4-5 TOP1 DTOP1 I Head object photocell: positive terminal.

B2-3 J4-6 CTP1 COMDTOP1 I Cell: negative terminal

B2-6 VAL1 VALIMP1 I Head 1 cell validation input: positive terminal

B2-5 CVAL1 COMVALIMP1 I Validation: negative terminal

B2-8 J8-5 TAC1 TACHY1 I Head 1 encoder input: positive terminal

B2-7 J8-6 CTC1 COMTACHY1 I Encoder: negative terminal.

B2-10 J14-4 RAZ1 RAZC1 I Head 1 counter 1 reset to initial value.

B2-9 J14-3 CRZ1 COMRAZC1 I

B2-12 J14-6

IC1 INCC1 I Head 1 counter 1 value increment or decrement according to counter parameters.

B2-11 J14-5 CIC1 COMINCC1 I

B2-14 J14-8 STO1 STOPI1 I Stop current print job.

B2-13 J14-7 CTO1 COMSTOPI1 I


A37201-C.doc133/158

Pin HE14

connector Legend Signal

I/O

Comments

B2-16 J14-10 SPR1 SPROGI1 O Current print task including delay: positive terminal.

B2-15 J14-9 CSP1 COMSPROG1 O Print task: negative terminal.

B2-18 J14-12 FIN1 VALFINI1 O Indication that counter end value reached.

B2-17 J14-11 CFN1 COMVALFIN1 O

B2-20 J14-14 OPT1 OPTOT1 O Optocoupled head 1 alarm: positive terminal.

B2-19 J14-13 COT1 COMOPTOT1 O Optocoupled head 1 alarm: negative terminal.

B2-24 J11-1 D0T1 D0T1 I Head 1 parallel interface input D0: positive terminal.








B2-23 J11-9 CDT1 COMDATA1 I Common for head 1 parallel interface input signals: negative terminal.

B2-2/32 J11-11/

J14-16/J5-2/J4-1/J8-1

+24V +24VT1 O + 24 Volts for head 1 accessories. max. available current: 300 mA.

B2-1/21/22

J11-10/J14-15/J4-2/J8-2 GND GND Ground (0V)


A37201-C.doc134/158

Terminal block B3: Printhead 2

Information and ID data same as for terminal block B2 and head 1. Assignments for the HE14 connectors are as follows:

Connector J9 J15 J6 J12 Assignment Cell Head I/Os

Tachometer Parallel

interface

Terminal B4: Alarms

PIN LEGEND SIGNAL I/O COMMENTS

B4-1 T1- T1- O Head 1 alarm 1A dry contact inverted.

B4-2 T1+ T1+ O Head 1 alarm 1A dry contact normal.

B4-3 CT1 COMT1 O Head 1 alarm dry contact common.

B4-4 T2- T2- O Head 2 alarm 1A dry contact inverted.

B4-5 T2+ T2+ O Head 2 alarm 1A dry contact normal.

B4-6 CT2 COMT2 O Head 2 alarm dry contact common.

B4-7 GE- GENE- O General alarm 1A dry contact inverted.

B4-8 GE+ GENE+ O General alarm 1A dry contact normal.

B4-9 CGE COMGENE O General alarm dry contact common.

Optocoupled ALARM outputs are also available on terminal B1: Pins 1-2-3-4


A37201-C.doc135/158

Inputs All inputs are optocoupled.

Electrical characteristics of the optocouplers

Operating voltage: from 5 to 24V Permissible current in photocoupler LED:

. Maximum: 25 mA

. Nominal: 10 mA

. Minimum: 3 mA Maximum power: 50 mW per unit Maximum operating frequency:

200 kHz (Pulse time > 2 s) for tachometer input. 10 kHz object sensor, parallel interface and miscellaneous signals.

Photocell

The photocell is connected to connector C1 (C2 for head 2). This connector is linked to the DTOP and COM DTOP inputs on the industrial interface board. The sensor is activated when an object passes in front of it, and sends a signal to the printer to start printing.

The DTOP input is filtered to a minimum of 100 s to avoid interference. This value can be programmed.

Disable the object sensor

The VALIMP and COM VALIMP inputs are used to disable the DTOP object detection signal. These inputs can be linked to any accessory or system, which meets the specifications indicated below.

Tachometric generator

In cases where the conveyor speed is variable, it is necessary to connect a tachometric (or tacho) generator with open collector output to sequence printing operations. The tacho is connected to connector T1 (T2 for head 2). This connector is linked to the TACHY and COM TACHY inputs on the industrial interface board.


A37201-C.doc136/158

Data transmitted via the parallel interface

The D0T(1 or 2), D1T, D2T, D3T, D4T, D5T, D6T and D7T signals on the industrial interface board are used to transmit the message numbers for each printhead. They have a single common. Parallel transfer makes it possible to use the "Message selection" mode with the message library. Refer to the 9040serial and parallel link manual (#Manual)for information on using this function.

Other inputs

RAZC1 / RAZ C2: Sets counter 1 (or counters 1 and 2, depending on software option selected).of the corresponding head back to the initial value A green LED on each input shows when the signal is on active status.

INCC 1 / INCC 2: Increments or decrements counter 1 for corresponding head (or counters 1 and 2, depending on software option selected). A green LED on each input shows when the signal is on active status.

STOP 1 / STOP 2: Stops the corresponding head from printing the current message. A green LED on each input shows when the signal is on active status.

START / COM START: Starts and stops the printer . Active: Printer started. . Inactive: Printer stopped.


A37201-C.doc137/158

Outputs All outputs are optocoupled or are on relay contacts.

Electrical characteristics of the optocouplers

Power supply voltage between signal + and signal (common): 55 V Maximum output current: 20 mA Maximum power: 100 mW per optocoupled unit Maximum operating frequency: 10 KhZ

Print start signal output

The SPROG and COM SPROG outputs for each head are used to provide a print synchronization signal on a message. This capability makes it possible to obtain a signal output view of a message during a continuous printout, or to establish when message printing ends. This message synchronization output uses the characteristics of a high-speed photocoupler with an open collector output type phototransistor.

This output also operates in BUSY mode (with the signal 180 differentfrom the SPROG mode signal). See jumper position table.

Counter 1 final value output

The VALFINI 1 and VALFINI 2 signals show when the final value of counter 1 on the corresponding head has been reached. The green LEDs on each output show that the signal status is active.

Alarm outputs

Three alarms are available on the printer: General alarm (amber): This alarm indicates a printer malfunction, which does not disable printing. It is generated to attract the user's attention so that the cause of the problem can be noticed and corrected Head 1 ready to print alarm: This alarm indicates a malfunction on head 1, which disables printing. It can be linked to a flashing light unit or to an audible alarm and can also be hooked up to an interface to shut off the power supply to the conveyor and halt the production line.


A37201-C.doc138/158

The system works as follows:

. Output not activated: the head cannot print (red)

. Output activated: The head is ready to print (green) Head 2 ready to print alarm: operates in the same way as the alarm for head 1

Three different types of outputs are available for each of these alarm signals: Optocoupled outputs: OPTOGENE / OPTOT1 / OPTOT2 on connectors B1, B2 and B3 respectively. Outputs on relays: GENE / T1 / T2 Each relay output consists of a common ( COMT1, COMT2, COMGE ), a normally-open dry contact (T1-, T2-, GENE- ) and a normally-closed dry contact (T1+, T2+, GENE+ ) . Maximum specifications for these contacts are:

1A rms current at rms voltage of max. 24V.

There is an RC filter between all contacts and their respective common to limit any disturbance caused by a load connected to them during switching operations. Signal connections are made on terminal block B4. Green LEDs are used to display "General fault" and "Head ready to print" status. Outputs on connector J15 for connecting an alarm on socket A at the back of the printer: GREEN / AMBER / RED.

Serial links The printer can be controlled via an RS232 or RS422 serial link. Full information on configuring these links and the communication protocol used is given in the 9040 network interface manual

A37201-C.doc139/158

C

Technical Specifications


A37201-C.doc140/158

C


A37201-C.doc141/158

C

Physical characteristics

Dimensions

Control cabinet: 927.19 mm X 460 mm X 389.25 mm (36.504" X 18.11" X 15.325") Single jet and two-jet printhead: 225 mm X 44.5 mm X 47.5 mm (8.8" X 1.7" X 1.9")

Weight

Control cabinet: 40 kg (88.2 lbs) Head/umbilical assembly: 3 kg (6.6 lbs)

Capacities

Tanks : Total volume: 2 liters (3.52 pints) - Working : 1 liter (1.76 pints)

nstallation details

Working position

Control cabinet: vertical Printhead: vertical or horizontal

Maximum height differential between head and control cabinet

2 meters ( 6.56 ft)

Distance between head and control cabinet

3 meters (9.8 ft), 5 m (16.4 ft) and 8 m (26.2 ft) depending on type of machine and options.

Head-object distance

G head: 10 mm (0.39") or 30 mm (1.18") depending on font used M head: 8 mm (0.32") or 20 mm (0.79") depending on font used

Power supply

Electricity

100 V - 240 V AC - Frequency: 50 to 60 Hz Consumption: Depends on model (see manufacturer's nameplate at the back of the printer)

Compressed air

Pressure: 5 to 10 bar (72 to 145 psi)


A37201-C.doc142/158

C

Operating environment

Temperature

0C to +50C (32F to 122F) depending on ink (see ink technical data sheet)

Humidity

10 to 90%

Normal accessories

Head stand Object sensor Tachometric generator External alarm (visual or audible) Head protector Trolley Traversing head unit

Main operating characteristics

Objects counted individually or in batches Full programmable time and date stamping facility Message library Logo printing Special characters: Chimney characters, DIN transversal and longitudinal characters Non-doubled printing for same message Programmable print delay times Control via operator interface or via any system with a RS232 or RS422 serial interface Automatic printer status diagnostics Automatic ink viscosity regulation Automatic nozzle unclogging procedure Automatic printer drain and flush function Automatic head flush function (depending on configuration) Pressurized printhead(s) (option)


A37201-C.doc143/158

C

Performance

Printing

In all positions on any substrate Up to 1,024 characters per message per head 1 to 2 lines per jet 1 jets per printer (depending on model) 1 heads per printer (depending on model) Character height depending on head type and options (contact Markem-Imaje) Choice of 5, 7, 9, 11, 16 and 24-point character fonts Ability to print characters and graphic symbols of all types. Alphabets handled: Arabic, Norwegian, Swedish, Spanish, Greek, Cyrillic and Hebrew Reverse character reading and printing

Max. speeds

G head: up to 5.58 m/s (1,098 ft/min), depending on font used M head: up to 3.7 m/s (728 ft/min), depending on font used

Compliance with standards and certifications

Certifications

See manufacturer's nameplate at the back of the printer

CE conformity

Declaration of CE conformity with European machine EMC directives.

Max noise level

< 70 dbA


A37201-C.doc144/158

C

Space plan

Cabinet


A37201-C.doc145/158

C

Right head straight umbilical fitting

jet N1

jet N2

jet N1

2 x

M6

prof

onde

ur u

tile

8 m

m p

our f

ixat

ion

tte

2 x

M6

dept

h .3

15 in

. for

hea

d fix

ing

Om

bilic

1

5 m

m

rayo

n de

cou

rbur

e m

ini :

en s

tatiq

ue =

100

mm

en d

ynam

ique

=1

15 m

m

------

------

------

------

------

------

---

Con

duit

0

.59

in.

min

imum

radi

us o

f cur

vatu

re:

stat

ic =

3.9

4 in

.

dyna

mic

= 4

.53

in.

Pos

ition

des

jets

Jet p

ositi

onP

ositi

on d

es je

ts /

Sen

s de

df

lexi

on

Jet p

ositi

on /

Def

lexi

on d

irect

ion

39 m

m1.

535

in.

47.3

mm

1.86

2 in

.

32.5

mm

1.28

0 in

.

30.5

mm

1.20

1 in

.

32.4

mm

1.27

6 in

.

14 mm

.551 in.

65 mm

2.559 in.

15 m

m.5

91 in

.

11.

89 m

m.4

68 in

.

9.52

mm

.375

in.

44.5

mm

1.75

2 in

.

225 mm

8.858 in.

3.64

mm

.143

in.


A37201-C.doc146/158

C

Right head angled umbilical fitting

jet N1

jet N2

jet N1

Om

bilic

1

5 m

mra

yon

de c

ourb

ure

min

i :en

sta

tique

= 1

00 m

men

dyn

amiq

ue =1

15 m

m---

------

------

------

------

------

------

Con

duit

0

.59

in.

min

imum

radi

us o

f cur

vatu

re:

stat

ic =

3.9

4 in

.dy

nam

ic =

4.5

3 in

.

2 x

M6

prof

onde

ur u

tile

8 m

m p

our f

ixat

ion

tte

2 x

M6

dept

h .3

15 in

. for

hea

d fix

ing

Posi

tion

des

jets

/ Se

ns d

e d

flexi

onJe

t pos

ition

/ D

efle

xion

dire

ctio

n

Posi

tion

des

jets

Jet p

ositi

on

32.4

mm

1.27

6 in

.

39 m

m1.

535

in.

3.6

mm

.143

in.

30.5

mm

1.20

1 in

.

14 mm

.551 in.

65 mm

2.559 in.

15 m

m.5

91 in

.

44.5

mm

1.75

2 in

.

11.8

9 mm

.468

in.

9.52

mm

.375

in.

265 mm

10.433 in.

225 mm

8.858 in.

32.5

mm

1.28

0 in

.

47.3

mm

1.86

2 in

.


A37201-C.doc147/158

C

Hydraulic diagrams:

2

1

3 4

5

6 7

8

10 1211

13

9

1415

1716

18 19

20 21

222823

24 25 26

27

1 Air supply 2 Head drying kit outlet 3 Pressurization outlet 4 Air filter 5 Condenser with fan 6 Additive tank 7 Ink tank 8 Restriction tube (0.3 mm) 9 Vacuum pump and motor

10 Pressure pump and motor 11 Ceramic restriction tube 12 Viscometer

13 Anti-pulse system 14 Pressure/temperature sensor 15 Rinsing electrovalve 16 Head filter additive 17 Head filter - ink 18 Self-closing connection 19 Additive addition electrovalve 20 Gutter electrovalve 21 Viscometer drain electrovalve 22 Pressure electrovalve 23 Bleed electrovalve 24 One-way valve

25 Cannons 26 Flow control 27 Gutters 28 Fan

A37201-C.doc148/158

A37201-C.doc149/158

Consumables

Consumables

A37201-C.doc150/158

Consumables

A37201-C.doc151/158

Definition The term consumables refer to Markem-Imaje products which are consumed in the printing process or which are used to ensure that the printer operates correctly. Consumables include:

Ink

Used for marking. The ink formula includes ingredients to provide:

stability when stored in the container (up to use-by date) and when in the printer, good marking performance (adhesion to identified substrates and resistance to specific identified constraints). The most reliable printer performance as they are engineered to meet our

exacting specifications.

Additive

Used to adjust the viscosity of the ink. The composition of the additive is exactly matched to the requirements of the ink being used. Use of lower grade additives may cause performance issues with your printer

Cleaning solution

Used for printer maintenance (head cleaning, etc.). The composition of the additive is compatible with the ink and additive used.

Flushing liquid

May be required for specific configurations. The composition of the fluid is suitable for a variety of maintenance tasks.

Anti-clogging liquid

May be required for specific configurations.

Units of sale

Markem-Imaje offers packs of four or six units, depending on the type of ink or additive, as well as starter kits containing ink and additive.

Consumables

A37201-C.doc152/158

Labels

Labels perform three functions.

They identify the supplier and give their supplier's contact details (1). They give the user information about the product itself (2):

. Part number,

. Manufacturing batch number: This number should be given if you contact our technical support service, . Use before end: Date when guarantee on original quality ends.

They give the user information about the risks associated with the ink as defined in accordance with European directive 91/155/EC (amended) and international standard ISO 11014-1 (3).

Consumables and applications The customer bears sole responsibility for the qualification of the application in question. Qualification of an application covers the ink, inkjet hardware, and the type of substrates along with the manufacturing process, the marking specifications and so on. Markem-Imaje can manufacture a wide range of printers and inks, which are available to produce marking samples for our existing and future customers.

1

2

3

Consumables

A37201-C.doc153/158

Consumables and printers

Ink usage specifications

Users must be in possession of these specifications: they can be obtained from our sales agencies upon request. The sheet provides the user with information on operating parameters (such as viscosity, jet speed, etc.) and on specific printing characteristics (including print speed, head/object distance and so on), which is applicable to your printer's configuration (nozzle size, number of nozzles, etc.

Documents

02 User Manual En