Hp 10000s Manual de usuario

HP Designjet 10000s Printer seriesUser's Guide

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b. Press the OK key to confirm.NOTE If you wish to select a media type that is currently not available, then you willneed to create a new media type.c

c. Verify that the tension bar guide (2) is located at the correct position for the actual width of thetension bar and adjust as necessary.d. Mount th

92 Chapter 2 How do I perform basic media operations? ENWWHow do I perform basic mediaoperations?

3 How do I use dual media rolls?This section describes how to use dual media rolls in the printer. It guides you through the various tasksrequired to

The dual roll printing kit contains:●1 x tension arm (1)●1 x tension arm attachment screw (2)●2 x additional media edge guards (3)●1 x screwdriver (4)

Install dual media rolls on separate scrollersThe dual media roll printing function allows you to print simultaneously on two media rolls of up to 50-

b. Insert the top slider (2) into the rear edge guard mounting rail of the platen (1).c. Insert the slider attached to the edge guard (1) into the fro

d. Align the slider (2) and the edge guard (1) on the platen and secure them with the two attachmentscrews (3).e. Repeat the previous steps to mount t

2. Install the media roll on the main scroller (1) and mount it in the printer. Refer to Install a media roll inthe printer using the main scroller an

5. Install the media roll (2) on the sub-scroller (1) and replace and lock the removable flange (3).NOTE Take care to position the media roll on the s

1 Introduction●Using this guide●The printer's main components●The printer's front panel●Main scroller controls●The printer's heaters●Co

7. Loosen the locking knob (2) and slide the sub-scroller center holder (1) outside the area of the sub-scroller media path.8. Install the sub-scrolle

9. Move the sub-scroller center holder (2) to within 10 mm of the sub-scroller flange (1) and fully tightenthe locking knob (3).CAUTION Make sure that

11. Lift the media load lever (1).12. Insert the top edge of the media on the main and sub-scrollers into the relevant media feeders andfeed the media

13. Loosen the sub-scroller flanges (1) and adjust the media roll position on the sub-scroller so that thereis more than 4 cm clearance (A) between th

15. Use the hexagonal adjustment shaft (1) on the tension arm to manually adjust the back tension of themedia on the sub-scroller (2) (Refer to Adjust

18. Lower the media load lever (1).19. Adjust the media edge guards (1) so that each pair are correctly positioned at the edge of the media.20. Close

a. Select the media type using the or keys.There are five preset media types to choose from:●Paper●Glossy●Matte●Banner●BLT_B (Backlit)b. Press the

24. At the front of the printer, use the black media advance switch to feed the media (1) on the mainscroller enough so that you can install the tensi

26. Verify the front panel shows this message and press the OK key.NOTE The next operation will not start if the media is too tight.The media setting

CAUTION To use this process, the media rolls must be of the same width and diameter. If thediameter is different, please use the sub-scroller and main

Using this guideUsing your printer is organized into the following chapters.IntroductionThis chapter provides a brief introduction to the printer and

c. Slide the second media roll (1) onto the main scroller until it is fully engaged with the flangespacer.d. Slide the flange spacer (1) onto the main

e. Align the keys of the flange stopper (1) to fully engage it with the flange spacer and fully tightenthe knob (2) on the flange stopper to (1) lock

4. At the front of the printer, use the white rewind switch to rewind the main scroller until each media (1)just protrudes from the rear cover.5. Lowe

7. Close the rear cover.To complete the loading procedure, follow the front panel instructions.8. Confirm the position of the media edge guards and pr

12. At the front of the printer, use the black media advance switch to loosen the media on the main scrollerenough so that you can install the tension

14. Verify the front panel shows this message and press the OK key.NOTE The next operation will not start if the media is too tight.The media setting

Use the take-up reel (dual media rolls)There are four different methods of using a take-up reel for dual roll media.●Method 1: Taking-up the media ont

4. Use adhesive tape (2) to attach the edge of each roll media (3) to the media tube on the take-up reel(1).5. Verify that the tension bar guide (1) i

7. Use the front panel feed menu to feed enough additional media through the media feederto providetwo full turns on the take-up reel (Refer to Perfor

13. Mount the tension bar (1), in the slack area of the media, and adjust the take-up flanges to the widthof the media.CAUTION Make sure you install t

Front view1. Media Load Lever2. Printer front panel3. Right ink supply station4. Foot switch connection5. Media winding direction switch6. Media rewin

NOTE Use media tubes with as closely matching lengths as possible to the correspondingmedia tubes on the feed side.1. Put the first empty media tube (

4. Lock the empty media rolls on the main scroller.a. Slide the flange spacer (3) over the main scroller until it stops against the media tube.b. Slid

Dual media rolls take-up method 3This procedure describes how to take-up two vinyl chloride (PVC) media rolls onto a single media tube.1. Put a suitab

4. Use the front panel feed menu to feed the media (1) through the media feeder far enough for it to betaken-up on the take-up reel.5. Use adhesive ta

7. Tighten the three locking screws (1) on each media tube flange to lock the flanges in position. Usethe indications on the labels to equally tighten

Dual media rolls take-up method 4This procedure describes how to take-up two vinyl chloride (PVC) media rolls onto separate media tubes.1. Install two

CAUTION Before adjusting the sub-scroller back tension you must first adjust the main scrollermedia feed.1. Insert a screwdriver (1) in the hole of th

Remove dual rolls media edge guards for full width mediaprintingIf you want to use full width media, 104 in. (2641 mm), you must first remove the medi

3. Remove the slider (2) from the rear edge guard mounting rail of the platen (1).4. Store the removed parts in a safe place for future use with dual

4 How do I perform double-sided printingThis section explains the different types of double-sided printing and the procedures for using them.CAUTION U

Rear view1. Rear cover2. Media outlet3. Wiper cover4. Printer Online — Cancel keys5. Heater on/off switch6. Heater power socket7. Main scroller (take-

130 cm (51 inches) of media wastage at the start of the print job and 80 cm (31.5 inches) of wastageat the end of the job.●You are working in an area

Printing on the back of the media after rewindingCAUTION Use the liner when printing at a high printing rate (or ink on the media is not dry) topreven

a. Select MAIN using the or keys.b. Press the OK key to confirm the selection.CAUTION To print on thick tarpaulin (0.5 mm or thicker), raise the p

7. Lift the media load lever (1).8. Simultaneously press the white media rewind switch (1) on the feed side (A) and the white mediarewind switch (2) o

9. Remove the main scroller (1) from the printer on the feed side (Refer to Remove a media roll from theprinter).10. Remove the media roll from the ma

13. Lower the media load lever (1).14. Adjust the media edge guards (1) so that they are correctly positioned over the edge of the media.15. Close the

a. Select the media type using the or keys.b. Press the OK key to confirm the selection.19. Select whether or not a liner is used.a. Select liner

If the operation finishes successfully, the printer returns to the online or offline state.If it terminates unsuccessfully, an error message will be s

Printing on the back of the media from the feed side (afterrelocating from take-up side)CAUTION Use the liner when printing at a high printing rate (o

3. Feed the media onto the take-up reel (Refer to Use the take-up reel).NOTE Wind the media onto the take-up reel about four full turns because you wi

17. Printhead height lever18. Printer power socket19. Printer power on/off switchThe heatersThe printer includes three heaters for fixing and stabiliz

8. Remove the main scroller (1) and from the printer on the feed side (See Remove a media roll fromthe printer).9. Remove the main scroller from the p

10. Lift the media load lever (1).11. At the front of the printer, set the feed direction switch (1) for printing on the inside or the outside ofthe m

13. Insert the top edge of the media (1) into media feeder (2) while stretching it outward to prevent anywrinkling.CAUTION Inserting the media oblique

15. Lower the media load lever (1).16. Adjust the media edge guards (1) so that they are correctly positioned over the edge of the media.17. Close the

a. Select the media type using the or keys.b. Press the OK key to confirm the selection.21. Select whether or not a liner is used.a. Select liner

If the operation finishes successfully, the printer returns to the online or offline state.If it terminates unsuccessfully, an error message will be s

1. Install the media on the main scroller in the printer (Refer to Install a media roll in the printer using themain scroller).2. Select the media fee

5. When the printing on the top side completes, two additional lines are printed. The first is a solid line(2) which is used as a guide to align the p

8. Install the sub-scroller (1) in the printer with a suitable empty media tube for the width of media (2)being printed.9. Lift the media load lever (

10. Feed the printed media (1) edge towards the feeder over the top surface of the sub-scroller, and insertit into the feeder.11. Adjust the media so

Front panel controls and indicatorsYour printer's front panel is located on the front of the printer, on the right-hand side. It has the followin

12. Lower the media load lever (1).13. Adjust the media edge guards (1) so that they are correctly positioned over the edge of the media.14. Close the

a. Select the media type using the or keys.b. Press the OK key to confirm the selection.18. Select whether or not a liner is used.a. Select liner

NOTE The next operation will not start if the media is too tight.If the operation finishes successfully, the printer returns to the online or offline

5 How do I print with a linerThis section describes how to use a liner.●Double sided printing with a liner●Print on mesh tarpaulin (without dedicated

Double sided printing with a linerCAUTION To avoid potential damage to the printheads, make sure that the carriage height isset to the highest positio

2. Slide the left flange (2) onto the shaft of the sub-scroller (1) and turn it clockwise to lock it.3. Install the sub-scroller (2) in the holder (1)

4. Fold the liner (1) over by about 5 cm and insert it in the feeder.CAUTION Because the liner is very thin and supple, it could easily get caught in

6. Carefully pull the liner (1) out of the output side.Tip If it is difficult to pull the media (1) out, rotate the grid roller (2) with your fingers

8. Grip the central area of the top edge of the liner (1) and pull it out until it almost reaches the floor.CAUTION If the liner (1) ripples excessive

9. Rotate the right hand flange (2) of the sub-scroller counterclockwise to rewind the liner (1) until its topedge just protrudes from the rear cover.

B. The orange Error LED indicates whether an error has occurred.●On: an error has occurred●Flashing: warning state (take-up reel time-out error)●Off:

11. Lower the media load lever (1).12. Verify the take-up direction, stretch the liner (1), and secure it to the take-up reel (3) with tapes (2).Attac

13. Lift the media load lever (1).14. At the rear of the printer, press the white rewind switch (1) to wind the liner onto the media tubeapproximately

17. While holding the flange of the sub-scroller to immobilize the liner (2), insert the media (1) into thefeeder so only the media feeds out.18. Over

19. Adjust the media so that the marks (2) that you made earlier are aligned with the groove (1) in theplaten. If they do not align with platen groove

23. Make sure the media (1) runs over the liner separator bar (3) and the liner (2) is under the separatorbar.24. Close the rear cover.To complete the

NOTE If the mesh tarpaulin media is narrower than the liner, set “DETECT WIDTH”to “NONE” in the MEDIA REG menu. Selecting “AUTO” lets the printer dete

31. Now you are ready to print on the back of the media.166 Chapter 5 How do I print with a liner ENWWHow do I print with a liner

Print on mesh tarpaulin (without dedicated liner)This section explains how to print on mesh media that does not have a dedicated liner attached to it.

2. Slide the left flange (2) onto the shaft of the sub-scroller (1) and turn it clockwise to lock it.3. Install the sub-scroller (2) in the lower sub-

4. Fold the liner (1) over by about 5 cm and insert it in the feeder.CAUTION Because the liner is very thin and supple, it could easily get caught in

●Switch between menu group screens with the Shift key.To access a menu, use the arrow key that corresponds to the menu group you want to access.To swi

6. Carefully pull the liner (1) out of the output side.Tip If the liner (1) difficult to pull out, rotate the grid roller (2) with your fingers to fee

8. Grip the central area of the top edge of the liner (1) and pull it out until it almost reaches the floor.CAUTION If the liner (1) ripples excessive

9. Rotate the right hand flange (2) of the sub-scroller counterclockwise to rewind the liner (1) until its topedge just protrudes from the rear cover.

11. Lower the media load lever (1).12. Verify the take-up direction, stretch the liner (1), and secure it to the take-up reel (3) with tapes (2).Attac

13. Lift the media load lever (1).14. At the rear of the printer, press the white rewind switch (1) to wind the liner onto the media tubeapproximately

17. While holding the flange of the sub-scroller to immobilize the liner (2) insert the media (1) into thefeeder so only the media feeds out.18. Overl

19. Lower the media load lever.20. Adjust the media edge guards (1) so that they are correctly positioned at the edge of the media.21. If you have not

23. Close the rear cover.To complete the procedure, follow the front panel instructions.24. Confirm the position of the media edge guards and press th

a. Select liner use requirement using the or keys.b. Press the OK key to confirm the selection.28. The media setting operation starts automaticall

●1 x cap side edge guard for use with liner (4)1. Install the media in the printer.For double-sided printing (Refer to How do I perform double-sided p

Main scroller controlsThis section describes the controls provided for the feed and take-up side scroller drive units and theassociated remote foot sw

4. Slide the cap side edge guard to align its protruding section (1) with the edge of the media (2) butleave a small gap (A) to prevent skewing of the

6. Release the pressure on the arms so that the of the edge guard hook (2) is locked to the pinch wheel(1).7. Insert the tip of the wiper side edge gu

8. Slide the wiper side edge guard to align its protruding section (1) with the edge of the media (2) butleave a small space (A) to prevent skewing of

10. If the wiper side edge guard (2) floats, use the attachment magnets (1) to hold it down firmly.NOTE Use the minimum number of magnets to hold down

●2 x separator bar holders (4)Install the separator bar support assemblyThis procedure describes how to install the separator bar support assembly.1.

3. Carefully slide the support arm (1), as far as it will go, into the mounting hole (2) provided for it in thechassis. The attachment bracket with th

6. Slide the separator bar holder (2) onto the support bar (1) at the wiper end.7. Secure the separator bar holder (4) with the two attachment screws

2. Position the separator bar (2) in its holders (1).3. When printing using a liner, make sure the media (3) passes above the separator bar (1) and th

188 Chapter 5 How do I print with a liner ENWWHow do I print with a liner

6 How do I maintain the printer?This section describes the regular inspection and maintenance procedures to be performed by users.●Regular maintenance

Legal noticesThe information contained in this documentis subject to change without notice.Hewlett-Packard makes no warranty of anykind with regard to

The media take-up controls are located on the control panel next to the main scroller (take-up reel) driveunit at the take-up side of the printer. Thi

CAUTION The printer has an internal clock which allows it to wash the printheads automatically,flushing some ink through the printhead, which keeps th

Use the daily printhead maintenance to ensure optimal print quality and the life of your printheads. The inkin your HP Designjet 10000s Printer dries

5. Press OK to confirm.The wiper blade is moved to its cleaning position.The front panel displays the following message:6. Open the rear cover (1).7.

8. Dip a new HP cleaning swab (2) into the wiper cleaning liquid (1).CAUTION Make sure that you use the wiper cleaning liquid and not the capping liqu

9. Use the HP cleaning swab (2) to clean the front and back parts of the wiper blades (1).CAUTION Make sure that the wiper cleaning liquid does not dr

10. Apply a full dropper of the wiper cleaning liquid (1) on to the sponge using the dropper (2).CAUTION Make sure that the wiper cleaning liquid does

11. Make sure you also moisten both ends of the sponge (1) under the belt (2) on each side.Capping unit cleaningThis cleaning procedure will remove an

CAUTION Once the carriage is out of the capping unit, the cleaning procedure must bedone as quickly as possible (within five minutes) to avoid permane

8. Dip a new HP cleaning swab (2) into the HP 790 cap cleaning liquid (1).CAUTION Make sure that you use the HP 790 cap cleaning liquid and not the wi

WARNING! Never leave the printer off for more than four weeks. Leaving your printer off formore than four weeks can cause permanent damage that cannot

ENWW Main scroller controls 11Introduction

NOTE If the printer detects that an ink system purging cartridge has been installedincorrectly or if an invalid cartridge has been installed, a warnin

21. Install an ink system purging cartridge in to each slot and close the right ink cartridge door.NOTE If the printer detects that an ink system purg

When returning to the printer after being switched off for anextended period (less than two weeks)CAUTION If you need to leave the printer unattended

NOTE If the printer detects that an ink system purging cartridge has been installedincorrectly or if an invalid cartridge has been installed, a warnin

NOTE If the printer detects that an ink system purging cartridge has been installedincorrectly, or if an invalid cartridge has been installed, a warni

NOTE If the printer detects that an ink system purging cartridge has been installedincorrectly, or if an invalid cartridge has been installed, a warni

Charge the ink systemWhen the printer has been left for a long time and you need to have cleaned the ink system, you will thenneed to charge the ink s

CAUTION Wipe the printer clean with a soft cloth. A cloth moistened with a neutral detergentmay be used. Do not allow liquid to enter the printer. Thi

3. Using a soft cloth, absorb ink deposits.1. Soft cloth2. Ink3. Platen4. Use a soft cloth slightly dampened with cleaning liquid to wipe off loosened

5. If there are ink deposits in the vacuum holes (2) on the platen, clean them using commercially-available3 mm mini-cotton swabs (1) and then wipe of

The printer's heatersThis section describes how to control the printer's heaters used for drying the printed media.The heater's front p

Replace the waste ink bottleWARNING! The HP waste ink bottle has been specifically designed to contain waste ink fromthe printer. It is designed to wo

If full, it should be emptied as follows:1. Loosen the screw (2) and lift up the lever (1) to release the waste ink bottle.2. Carefully pull out the w

4. Lift the lever (1) and install the empty waste ink bottle (2) .5. Lower the lever (2) and insert the ink tube (1) into the bottle, and tighten the

Normal printhead recovery1. Press the Online key.2. Press the Shift key to display the PH. RECOVERY menu.3. Press the key to enter the PH. RECOVERY

NOTE Use the IQ print to check that all printhead nozzles are working correctly after capcleaning. If there are any defects in the IQ print, you can t

7 How do I get the best image quality?●Print the Image Quality print●Interpret the image quality print●Manage media types●Calibrate the printer●Back f

Print the Image Quality printUse the Image Quality print to check the overall image quality of images. Perform the Image Quality printevery day before

4. In the TEST PRINTS menu scroll to the IQ PRINToption and press the OK key.5. Press the OK key to start printing.ENWW Print the Image Quality print

Interpret the image quality printBelow are examples of the print results you may see in the Image Quality Print and the recommendedaction.If the IQ pr

settings (Refer to Create a new media type) and then calibrate the printer (Refer to Calibrate the printer).Banding may be present in the form of whit

4. To exit the parameter setup mode, scroll to the EXIT option and press the On/Off key to select YES.5. Press the On/Off key on the heater front pane

7. Select a media number using the and keys.NOTE If the number on the right is followed by an asterisk (*), the number displayedalready contains m

5. Select a media type number using the and keys, and press the OK key.NOTE If a number is not available, then a new media type with that number h

5. Scroll to the media type option you want to modify by using the and keys.6. Press the OK key to modify the value.7. Press the OK key to confirm

Calibrate the printerYou can adjust the mechanical and electrical settings of your printer based on a series of printed patterns.These patterns allow

4. Press the or keys to select the ROUGH print mode, and press the OK key.5. Press the OK key to print the pattern.In this example, the color is b

If you need more precise media advance calibration, then you will need to print the DETAIL patternas follows:9. Press the key, and then OK.10. Press

To print the printhead position patterns:1. In the TEST PRINTS menu scroll to the option desired (PH ROW, PH TO PH, BIDIR DEF, and BIDIRF.D.) and pres

To set the YY BIDIR F.D (left and right) adjustment for Fine Draft print mode:1. Select ADJUST and press the OK key.2. Select YY BIDIR F.D.(X) where

●F-3 TIMES — fast high extra high density print mode●F-H-QUAL2 — fast half speed high quality print mode●F-H-DENS2 — fast half speed high density prin

Adjust heater and print mode settingsIf you see banding in all colors and you have already performed media advance calibration, then you cantry adjust

Connect a USB cable as follows:1. Disconnect the USB cable (2) from the rear of your printer if it is already connected.2. Turn the printer off at the

6. To change the option setting displayed, press the OK key.7. Using the and keys, select a print mode that places less ink on the media.Parameter

10. Select UNIDIR with the and keys for unidirectional printing.11. Press the OK key to confirm the parameter.If the image quality still does not

232 Chapter 7 How do I get the best image quality? ENWWHow do I get the best imagequality?

8 The problem is… (troubleshootingtopics)This section describes troubleshooting for the printer. If the problem cannot be solved, contact your dealero

The problem is… (checklist)Before deciding that there is a serious problem with the printer, check the following items.Symptom Items to be checked Cor

Symptom Items to be checked Corrective measuresPoor print qualityMedia type Check for improvement by changing thesettings of the heater temperature, p

2. Lift the media load lever (1).3. Open the rear cover (2) to access the jammed paper under the carriage (1)..4. The front panel shows the following

6. The carriage will move to its home position.7. Load media again (Refer to Install a media roll in the printer using the main scroller).ENWW A print

Ink cartridge is not installed1. The front panel displays the following message.XX: Ink name (K: Black, Lm: Light magenta, Lc: Light cyan)XX: Ink name

Ink cartridge has passed its expiry date1. The front panel displays the following message.YY: Ink name (K: Black, Lm: Light magenta, Lc: Light cyan; C

Turn on the printer1. Turn off (position 0) the printer switch (1) on the rear of the printer, and plug one end of the suppliedpower cable into the po

POC error messagesProblem: an unrecoverable error has occurred in the engine section. This error message appears whenan error is detected during self-

X: L (left), R (right)YY: Y, M, C, K, Lm, LcZ: error code (1 to 9)Problem: an ink cartridge error has occurred.Solution: follow the instructions on th

The ink LED flashesProblem: ink is running out (warning).Solution: prepare a new ink cartridge.Waste ink bottle is not installed1. The following front

Problem: There is no media loaded in the printer.Solution: Load media (Refer to Install a media roll in the printer using the main scroller).Problem:

Problem: the ambient temperature is not within the operating temperature range for the printer.Solution: use the printer within its operating temperat

9 The problem is print qualityThis section explains how to solve print quality problems.Symptom Possible cause Corrective measureA blank sheet of medi

Symptom Possible cause Corrective measurePoor print quality cannot be improvedeven when the cleaning is performed.The cap or wiper is stained. Check f

10 Tell me about… (basic knowledge topics)This chapter provides necessary information to operate the printer. Familiarize yourself with the basics oft

Operating conditionsThis section describes the operating conditions for the printer.Installation spaceMake sure that there is sufficient space around

Places where the printer must not be installedDo not install the printer in places that are:●In direct sunlight●Subject to vibration●Excessively dusty

4. When you press power on, the printer performs a power-on self-diagnostic test and the followingmessages are displayed on the front panel.(If a 64&q

1. Printer switch2. Power socket3. Power on/off keyThe printer is turned on by turning the printer switch on.Afterwards, turn the printer on or off us

When the system starts normally, both controllers go online and enter idle mode automatically.Online state (idle mode) displayThe printer can receive

CancelOnline state (print information mode) displayMedia total count and ink amount are displayed.ShiftShiftThree-second intervals or ShiftThree-secon

ShiftThe arrow keys give access to menus.When the OK key is pressed in the menu mode, the PH RECOVERY menu appears.Shutdown state displayThe printer i

254 Chapter 10 Tell me about… (basic knowledge topics) ENWWTell me about… (basicknowledge topics)

11 Tell me about media●Storing media●Disposing of media●Using media●Handling prints●Other precautionsChoosing the correct media type for your needs is

Using media●Avoid changes to room conditions and allow media to adapt to room conditions out of the packagingfor 3 hours or more before printing.●Low

12 Tell me about the ink system●Ink cartridges●Replacing an ink cartridge●Ink cartridge storage and disposal●HP 790 Waste Ink Bottle●HP 790 Cap Cleani

1. Black2. Light magenta3. Light cyan4. Yellow5. Magenta6. CyanWARNING! Ink inside the ink cartridge is combustible. Do not expose or store near open

Replacing an ink cartridgeYou can check the ink level at any time by accessing the INK menu and pressing the key. Informationon each ink cartridge i

Turn the power offTurn off the printerWARNING! The printer has an internal clock which allows it to wash the printheadsautomatically, flushing some in

4. The front panel will display a series of warning messages. In response to each message, press theCancel key to cancel the process, or the OK key to

NOTE HP ink cartridges must be installed before the “Install By” printed on the cartridge. Useof the ink cartridge three months beyond the “Install By

cleaning swabs are used for cleaning your printer parts and are designed not to leave particles or fibers onyour printer when you perform cleaning pro

the printer has been switched off for less than two weeks. The HP 790 Ink System Cleaning Kit consists ofsix Ink System Cleaning Liquid Cartridges and

264 Chapter 12 Tell me about the ink system ENWWTell me about the ink system

13 Tell me about waste managementIt is the printer owner’s responsibility to ensure that waste is disposed of in accordance with all local, stateand f

There are normally two types of waste disposal services. The most suitable service will depend on yourwaste volume production:●Bottle by bottle and pi

●Store the full bottle in an area that has been prepared for this purpose until it is emptied or removedby a waste management company for disposal. Co

268 Chapter 13 Tell me about waste management ENWWTell me about wastemanagement

14 Tell me about front panel menusThis chapter outlines the user menu structure and operations.●Menu operations●The INK menu & messages●The MEDIA

CAUTION The printer power switch at the rear of the printer should only be used when theprinter is turned off to move it, connect it to a computer, or

Menu operationsWhen the Online key is pressed in the online idle mode, the printer enters offline mode. A menu groupappears on the front panel and men

3. To change the option setting displayed, press the OK key.4. Select a setting with the and keys.Select 01 : FINE.5. Press OK key to confirm the

5. Change the value using the and keys.NOTE To see the full list of characters available, refer to the list of characters below.6. Press the OK ke

The INK menu & messagesThis INK menu is used to display ink information or replace the ink. When the key is pressed, informationon each ink cart

The front panel tells you to close the ink cover. Printing continues until all the ink in the system is used up.No ink from the new cartridge is suppl

2. Press the key to see media information.●MAIN●SUB●MAINN●SUB N●SHEET●DUAL●FRONT●BACKm●BACKtXXXXXX: media typeYYY: media widthZZZ: media lengthPress

Selecting a media type number (SELECT MEDIA)Select the media type number you intend to modify or create. You can choose from 01 to 20.Parameters: medi

Dry time value (DRY TIME VALUE)Use this option to define the amount of time the printhead carriage pauses between printing passes for theselected medi

Parameters:●BIDIR — Bidirectional printing gives higher printing speeds with slightly lower image quality and ismore suitable for line and text images

Parameters:●NORMAL — Detects the leading edge of the media when you replace or load the media, and thencompletes media loading after checking for skew

The front panel will advise you when you need to change an ink cartridge.XX: Ink name (K: Black, Lm: Light magenta, Lc: Light cyan)XX: Ink name (C: Cy

Parameters: 15 °C to 55 °C, or ** to turn the heater off.NOTE For Celsius/Fahrenheit conversions:F = (9 × C / 5) + 32C = 5 × (F - 32) / 9NOTE This val

NOTE For Celsius/Fahrenheit conversions:F = (9 × C / 5) + 32C = 5 × (F - 32) / 9NOTE This value will only be applied if the HEATER PREF option is set

Printhead height setting (PH HEIGHT VAL)Use this option to set the printhead height for the selected media type. Change this setting when you changeth

YY: Ink colorDisplay order: K -> Lm -> Lc -> Y -> M -> CParameters: sign (+/-), value (-32 to +31)Bidirectional print position (Right)

NOTE When the TENSION winding or BACK & FWD (MEDIA ADV MODE mode) is selected,the printer will only use START & END even if you have selected

Parameters:●SOFTWARE — Settings in the RIP take priority.●FRONT PANEL — Settings in the printer front panel take priority.Heater preference (HEATER P

Parameters: value in mmUnstick mode (UNSTICK MODE)Use this option to execute the media peel sequence to unstick media when printing starts.Parameters:

Parameters:●ON — Pauses printing●OFF — Printing continuesDeleting a media type (DELETE MEDIA)Use this option to delete a registered media type.Media

2. Select the media type using the and keys and press OK to confirm deletion.Default values for media typesYour printer comes with a set of factor

1 2 3 4 5BACK ADJUSTVAL0 0 0 0 0PRINT MODEPREFSOFTWARE SOFTWARE SOFTWARE SOFTWARE SOFTWAREHEATER PREF SOFTWARE SOFTWARE SOFTWARE SOFTWARE SOFTWAREMe

Table of contents1 IntroductionUsing this guide ...

2. Remove an ink cartridge (1) from the printer.3. Insert a new ink cartridge (1) into the printer.4. Close the ink cover (1).20 Chapter 1 Introduct

●ROUGH (DRAFT) — draft print mode●DETAIL (NORMAL) — standard and high speed print modes●DETAIL (H-QUAL) — high quality print mode●DETAIL (H-DENS) — hi

Parameters: ±2000 pulse (±5 mm)1 pulse=2.5µmThe PH. MAIN menuUse the PH. MAIN menu to maintain the cap and wiper and to clean the ink system (Refer to

Cap cleaning (CAP CLEANING)Use this option to move the printhead carriage to the wiper position so that you can clean the capping unitmanually.Paramet

Ink (INK WASTE)Use this menu option to control ink wastage.Parameters:●NORMAL — The standard ink wastage●REDUCED — Reduced ink wastage levelThe PH REC

When the key is released, media feeding stops and the top menu appears on the front panel in offlinemode.The PRINTER menuThis menu is used to print

The ADJUST menuThis menu is used to set mechanical adjustment parameters. For details on how to print the patterns,see Calibrate the printer.When the

YY: Ink colorDisplay order: K -> Lm -> Lc -> Y -> M -> CParameters: sign (+/-), value (-32 to +31)Bidirectional print position (Left) a

Parameters: sign (+/-), value (-32 to +31)Bidirectional print position (Right) adjustment (YY BIDIR F.D (R))Use this option to adjust the printhead bi

Parameters: ON, OFFBOOT version display (BOOT VERSION)This option displays the BOOT version.Parameters: none.F/W version display (F/W VERSION)This opt

Parameters: none.Heater H/W version display (HEATER HW VER)This option displays the heater hardware version.Parameters: none.Heater F/W version displa

Print ModesThis printer provides 14 different print modes. Choose the print mode to use based on the type of media,the productivity , and the image qu

Factory default setting (FACTORY DEFAULT)This option sets all parameter values to default factory settings.Parameters: none.300 Chapter 14 Tell me a

15 Tell me about the heatersThis chapter describes temperature control, the heater front panel, parameter setup mode operations, anderror messages of

WARNING! Never touch the heaters, as they can cause burns, and always take care whentouching printer components near the heaters.Heater temperature se

Heater preset temperature by mediumThe heater preset temperature for each media type is listed below. Preset the heater temperature accordingto the me

Flow of heater temperature setting1. If you select the media type when loading the media, the initial temperature value of each heater forthat media i

Status: Status of maintaining each heater temperature at the preset temperature on the heater frontpanel.Conditions: 1. If the heater ON/OFF setting o

Front heater Print heater Rear heaterPreset temperature AAA BBB CCCCurrent temperature XXX YYY ZZZU stands for the temperature unit: C (Celsius) or

No. Item Item display(upper line)Parametersdisplay (lowerline)Description Initial value2 Heat suspendingtime after printingDELAY TIME 00 to 30 MINUTES

●Rear heater thermistor temperature error (-10 °C or less, 70 °C or more)●Print heater thermistor temperature error (-10 °C or less, 70 °C or more)●Fr

16 Tell me about printer specifications●Specifications●Ecological specificationsENWW 309Tell me about printerspecifications

10. “F-H-DENSITY” (Reduced PC processing time + High density printing — 8–pass) This mode providesequivalent density and print speed to the H-DENSITY

SpecificationsItem Specification / FunctionPrint technology Piezo-electric inkjet printheadsResolution — High quality 720 dpi × 720 dpiResolution — St

Item Specification / FunctionNon-operating temperature/humidityrange5 to 35 °C / 10% to 80% RH or less (no condensing)Installation space 177 inches (W

312 Chapter 16 Tell me about printer specifications ENWWTell me about printerspecifications

17 Tell me about ordering supplies andaccessories●Ordering supplies●Ordering media●Ordering accessoriesENWW 313Tell me about ordering suppliesand acce

Ordering suppliesThe following ink supplies can be ordered for your printer.Table 17-1 Ink cartridgesCartridge Capacity (cm³) Part numberHP 790 Black

Table 17-3 HP PaperName Part number SizeHP Premium Scrim Banner Q8678A 36 in x 164 ft(914 mm x 50m)HP Premium Scrim Banner Q8679A 54 in x 100 ft(1372

Name Product numberHP Designjet 9000s/10000s Air Purifier System 220V Q6668CHP Designjet 9000s/10000s Air Purifier System 110V Q6668DHP Designjet High

18 Tell me about getting help●HP Customer Care●HP Designjet OnlineHP Customer CareAs your strategic support partner, we make it our business to help k

●Any special equipment or software you are using (for example, spoolers, networks, switch-boxes,modems, or special software drivers).●The cable you ar

IndexAaccessoriesordering 315ADJUST menu 295adjustment patterns 216adjustment patterns; printheadposition 225Bback feed adjustment 228Ccalibrate print

●If the printer is making an unusual noise not heard during normal operation.●A piece of metal or a liquid (not part of cleaning and maintenance routi

MEDIA REG menu 275media tube flanges 60media typesdefault values 288ordering 314weights 314widths 314media types, manage 219menuADJUST 295cap cleaning

●If an Air Purification System is installed, allow adequate space for exhaust hoses from the printer.Locate these hoses and the Air Purification Syste

Handling precautionsThese precautions are recommended to avoid damage to your printer and its components.Power supply●Only use a 200-240 V AC power su

●Use only an HP waste ink bottle. The bottle must be installed according to instructions or waste inkmay overflow. An HP waste ink bottle must always

2 How do I perform basic mediaoperations?This chapter explains how to perform basic media operations and guides you through the normal sequenceof task

Install a media roll in the printer using the main scrollerCAUTION Do not touch heater surfaces in the paper path. This may cause burns.Handle media r

3. Install the media roll on the main scroller.a. Verify the media winding direction for the side of the media you are going to print onto, either the

2 How do I perform basic media operations?Install a media roll in the printer using the main scroller ...

c. Use the media positioning tool (2) to set the correct distance between the media (3) edge andthe main scroller flange (1).d. Turn the hand-wheel (1

e. Slide the toothed flange spacer (1) over the main scroller (2) until it is fully engaged with themedia tube.f. Slide the flange stopper (2) over th

If there are two people available to load the main scroller (1) by hand, one person will need to use thescroller handling grip (2) to support the main

b. Carefully lower the opposite end (4) of the main scroller into the scroller retainer (3).5. Adjust the tension bar guide.a. Loosen the locking knob

6. Open the rear cover (1).7. Move the media edge guards (1) to each end of the platen so they will not be hidden under the media.8. Lift the media lo

10. At the front of the printer, use the black media advance switch (2), or the black media advance switchon the foot switch, to feed enough media to

c. At the front of the printer, use the black media advance switch to feed the media through themedia feeder until it almost reaches the floor.d. Smoo

f. Lower the media load lever (1).g. Adjust the media edge guards (1) so that they are correctly positioned over the edge of the media.12. Close the r

a. Select OFF or ON using the or keys.b. Press the OK key to confirm the selection.16. Select a media type.a. Select the media type using the or

b. At the front of the printer, use the black media advance switch to feed enough media so that youcan install the tension bar (1) in the slack area o

Prepare for extended power down (two to four weeks) ... 198Ink system storage ...

d. Mount the tension bar (1) in the tension bar guides (2).CAUTION Make sure you install the tension bar with the ESD contact ring at the righthand en

19. Verify the front panel shows this message and press the OK key.NOTE The next operation will not start if the media is too tight.The media setting

Install a media roll in the printer using the sub-scrollerCAUTION Do not touch heater surfaces in the paper path. This may cause burns.Handle media ro

c. Install and tightly lock the flange (1) on the sub-scroller.3. Install the sub-scroller in the printer.a. Unscrew the attachment knob (2) and remov

c. Open the rear cover (1).d. Move the media edge guards (1) so they will not be hidden under the media.e. Lift the media load lever (1).44 Chapter 2

f. Place the sub-scroller (2) on the sub-scroller holders (1).4. Adjust the center sub-scroller holder position.a. Slide the center sub-scroller holde

5. Load the media.a. Feed the media (1) through the media feeder until it almost reaches the floor.b. Rotate the sub-scroller (1) by hand to rewind th

c. Lower the media load lever (1).d. Adjust the media edge guards (1) so that they are correctly positioned over the edge of the media.6. Close the re

a. Select SUB using the or keys.b. Press the OK key to confirm the selection.8. Select the whether or not to use nesting.a. Select OFF or ON using

10. The media setting operation starts automatically and shows this message on the front panel.If the operation completes correctly, the printer retur

An abnormal sound ... 2449 The p

NOTE Position the tension bar guide so it does not cause any mechanical interference.3. Use the media positioning tool (2) to set the correct distance

5. Slide the flange spacer (1) over the main scroller (2) until it is fully engaged with the empty mediatube.6. Slide the flange stopper (2) over the

8. At the rear of the printer, set the white media winding direction switch (1) to the OFF (center) position.WARNING! If you do not set the media wind

10. Use the front panel feed menu to feed the media (1) through the media feeder far enough for it to betaken-up on the main scroller (take-up reel).1

12. Verify that the tension bar guide (1) is located within the light sensor (2) receiving area and adjust asnecessary.13. At the rear of the printer,

15. At the rear of the printer, set the white media winding direction switch (1) to the OFF (center) position.16. Turn the take-up reel by hand (in th

19. At the wiper end of the tension bar (1), adjust the take-up bar flange (3) position for the width of themedia, leaving a 2 mm gap, and lock it in

22. If you are using vinyl chloride (PVC) media (1), do not use the full tension bar as explained previously.Instead, adjust the tension bar (2) lengt

2. Press the key to see MEDIA REG menu options.3. Select the media with which you want to use or not use the media edge guards, and press the OKkey.

Feed side tension bar assemblyThe tension bars screw into one another to make a total length of 266 cm if all four are used. The longtension bar, with

Menu operations ... 270Menu s

●If the tension bar is going to be installed in the slack area of the media, use one or more tension bars(3) to create a total length that is equivale

●4 x media tube flanges (4)Install the media tube flangesThis procedure describes how to install the media tube flanges on the main scroller (take-up

4. Put the rubber spacer A (1) on the flange spacer (2).5. Engage the flange spacer and rubber spacer A (2) with the flange stopper and mount them bot

8. Refer to Install a media roll in the printer using the main scroller and install the main scroller in theprinter.9. Use the front panel feed menu t

Change the printhead heightYou can increase or reduce the printhead height depending on the thickness of the media you are using.Two tasks must be per

5. Open the cap cover (3) and loosen the printhead fixing screws (1) using the long screwdriver providedwith your printer inserted through the hole in

To change the printhead height on the front panel:1. Press the Online key.2. Press the key to display the MEDIA REG menu.3. Scroll to the PH HEIGHT

3. Lift the media load lever (1).4. Use the white rewind switch on the media feed side of the printer to rewind the media back onto themain scroller.5

Load cut sheetThe printer's front panel messages will guide you through the process of loading media. To load cut sheet:1. Open the rear cover an

3. Lift the media load lever (1).4. Feed the media until a beep sounds from the media feeder (about 200 mm).NOTE If you have problems loading media, f

Media advance calibration ... 289Media advan

5. Open the rear cover and adjust the media edge guards (1).6. Lower the media load lever (1).7. Confirm the position of the media edge guards and pre

a. Select the media type using the or keys.There are five preset media types to choose from:●Paper●Glossy●Matte●Banner●BLT_B (Backlit)b. Press the

2. Press the Shift key to display the FEED menu.3. Hold down the key.While the key is pressed, roll media advances. If cut sheet is loaded, it is

To use manual nesting:1. Lift the media load lever.2. Rewind the media (1).A. Blank areaNOTE Rewind the media only when the image is dry, to avoid sme

4. Lower the media load lever.5. Select NEST in the SELECT MEDIA menu and press the OK key.NOTE In the next steps, use the MEDIA WIDTH setting if you

7. Input the nest origin point (print offset value for media width: origin point).The nest origin setting is displayed.The start position for printing

9. Select a media type again.ShiftNOTE Ensure front, right, and left margins are sufficient as you rewind the media manually.The media width and nest

Pause or cancel print jobsYou can pause and cancel printing from the rear of the printer. This may be useful if there are problemswith media output fr

Offset media loading using the main scrollerThe temperature at each end of the platen is slightly lower than the temperature at the central area. Onra

3. Slide the flange stopper (1) onto the main scroller (2).4. Slide the flange spacer (1) onto the main scroller (2).ENWW Offset media loading using t

Turning off the heaters ... 305The heater front panel ...

5. Position the media roll spacer on the main scroller to a position equivalent to the middle (half the width)of the media roll you are going to load.

b. Carefully slide the media tube (2) onto the main scroller (1). Do not tighten the locking knob atthis stage.c. Slide the toothed flange spacer (1)

d. Slide the flange stopper (2) over the main scroller until you can align and fully engage it with thekeyway in the flange spacer (1). Do not tighten

a. Carefully position the drive end (1) of the main scroller into the drive slot (2).b. Carefully lower the opposite end (4) of the main scroller into

9. Align and engage the flange stopper (2) with the keyway in the flange spacer (3) and fully tighten thelocking knob (1) to lock it to the flange spa

c. Fully tighten the tension bar guide locking knob (2) to lock the tension bar guide (1).12. Open the rear cover (1).13. Move the media edge guards (

14. Lift the media load lever (1).15. Set the feed direction switch (1) to select the way the media is going to be printed, either on the insideor the

CAUTION Inserting the media obliquely or inserting media with wrinkles causes a mediajam or skewed feed.a. Insert the top edge of the media (1) into m

e. Use the white rewind switch to rewind the media (1) until it is just protruding from the rear cover.f. Lower the media load lever (1).18. Change th

19. Adjust the media edge guards (1) so that they are correctly positioned over the edge of the media.20. Confirm the position of the media edge guard