A-Series plus

Printer

Operation and
Maintenance Manual
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 DOMINO A-SERIES plus PRINTER
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE
MANUAL
This manual, Domino Part No. 6-0195002, is for use in the maintenance of
Domino A-Series plus printers.
For instructions on how to operate the printer, refer to the Domino A-Series
plus Operator's Pocketbook, Domino Part No. 6-0193021.
Users of this printer are warned that it is essential to read, understand and act
according to the information given in Part 1 : Health and Safety. This part of
the manual also specifies a set of symbols which are used elsewhere in the
manual to convey special warnings or requirements. It is, therefore, essential
that users are also familiar with these symbols and act accordingly.
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored on
a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form, or by any means, electronic,
mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior
permission of Domino Printing Sciences plc.
Domino Printing Sciences plc. has a policy of continuous product
improvement, the Company therefore reserves the right to modify the
specification contained in this manual without notice.
© Domino Printing Sciences plc. 2008.
For sales, service and inks please contact:
Domino Printing Sciences plc. Domino Amjet Inc.
Bar Hill 1290 Lakeside Drive
Cambridge CB23 8TU Gurnee IL.60031
England U.S.A.
Tel: 01954 782551 Tel: 847 244 2501
Fax: 01954 782874 Fax: 847 244 1421

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 End User License Agreement
You have acquired a device (“DEVICE”) that includes software licensed by Domino UK Ltd from
Microsoft Licensing Inc. or its affiliates (“MS”). Those installed software products of MS origin, as well
as associated media, printed materials, and “online” or electronic documentation (“SOFTWARE”) are
protected by international intellectual property laws and treaties. The SOFTWARE is licensed, not sold.
All rights reserved.
IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THIS END USER LICENSE AGREEMENT (“EULA”), DO NOT
USE THE DEVICE OR COPY THE SOFTWARE. INSTEAD, PROMPTLY CONTACT
DOMINO UK LTD FOR INSTRUCTIONS ON RETURN OF THE UNUSED DEVICE(S)
FOR A REFUND. ANY USE OF THE SOFTWARE, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED
TO USE ON THE DEVICE, WILL CONSTITUTE YOUR AGREEMENT TO THIS EULA
(OR RATIFICATION OF ANY PREVIOUS CONSENT).
GRANT OF SOFTWARE LICENSE. This EULA grants you the following license:

• You may use the SOFTWARE only on the DEVICE.

• NOT FAULT TOLERANT. THE SOFTWARE IS NOT FAULT TOLERANT. DOMINO

UK LTD HAS INDEPENDENTLY DETERMINED HOW TO USE THE SOFTWARE IN
THE DEVICE, AND MS HAS RELIED UPON DOMINO UK LTD TO CONDUCT
SUFFICIENT TESTING TO DETERMINE THAT THE SOFTWARE IS SUITABLE FOR
SUCH USE.

• NO WARRANTIES FOR THE SOFTWARE. THE SOFTWARE is provided “AS IS”

and with all faults. THE ENTIRE RISK AS TO SATISFACTORY QUALITY,
PERFORMANCE, ACCURACY, AND EFFORT (INCLUDING LACK OF
NEGLIGENCE) IS WITH YOU. ALSO, THERE IS NO WARRANTY AGAINST
INTERFERENCE WITH YOUR ENJOYMENT OF THE SOFTWARE OR
AGAINST INFRINGEMENT. IF YOU HAVE RECEIVED ANY WARRANTIES
REGARDING THE DEVICE OR THE SOFTWARE, THOSE WARRANTIES DO NOT
ORIGINATE FROM, AND ARE NOT BINDING ON, MS.

• Note on Java Support. The SOFTWARE may contain support for programs written in Java.
Java technology is not fault tolerant and is not designed, manufactured, or intended for use or
resale as online control equipment in hazardous environments requiring fail-safe performance,
such as in the operation of nuclear facilities, aircraft navigation or communication systems, air
traffic control, direct life support machines, or weapons systems, in which the failure of Java
technology could lead directly to death, personal injury, or severe physical or environmental
damage. Sun Microsystems, Inc. has contractually obligated MS to make this disclaimer.

• No Liability for Certain Damages. EXCEPT AS PROHIBITED BY LAW, MS SHALL

HAVE NO LIABILITY FOR ANY INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR
INCIDENTAL DAMAGES ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE
USE OR PERFORMANCE OF THE SOFTWARE. THIS LIMITATION SHALL
APPLY EVEN IF ANY REMEDY FAILS OF ITS ESSENTIAL PURPOSE. IN NO
EVENT SHALL MS BE LIABLE FOR ANY AMOUNT IN EXCESS OF U.S. TWO
HUNDRED FIFTY DOLLARS (U.S.$250.00).

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 • Limitations on Reverse Engineering, Decompilation, and Disassembly. You may not
reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble the SOFTWARE, except and only to the extent that
such activity is expressly permitted by applicable law notwithstanding this limitation.

• SOFTWARE TRANSFER ALLOWED BUT WITH RESTRICTIONS. You may

permanently transfer rights under this EULA only as part of a permanent sale or transfer of the
Device, and only if the recipient agrees to this EULA. If the SOFTWARE is an upgrade, any
transfer must also include all prior versions of the SOFTWARE.

EXPORT RESTRICTIONS. You acknowledge that SOFTWARE is of US-origin. You agree to

comply with all applicable international and national laws that apply to the SOFTWARE, including the
U.S. Export Administration Regulations, as well as end-user, end-use and country destination
restrictions issued by U.S. and other governments. For additional information on exporting the
SOFTWARE, see http://www.microsoft.com/exporting/.

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 A SERIES plus (NON DUO)
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)
No. 6-0195002/1
Issuer’s name: Domino UK Ltd.
Issuer’s Address: Bar Hill, Cambridge CB23 8TU
Object of the declaration: Domino A300+, A200+ & A100+ Printers
The object of the declaration described above is in conformity
with the requirements of the following documents:

EN 61000-6-4:2001 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

Generic Standards. Emission standard for industrial
environments.

EN 61000-6-2:2005 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

Generic Standards. Immunity Standard for industrial
environments.

EN 55022-1 1998 Class A : Electromagnetic Compatibility

(Radiated)

EN 60204-1:1998 Safety of Machinery - Electrical Equipment of

Machines. General Requirements.

EN 60950:2004 Safety of Information Technology Equipment.

IEC 60950:2001 Information technology equipment - Safety

73/23/EEC : Low Voltage Directive as amended by 93/68/EEC

89/336/EEC : EMC Directive as amended by 92/31/EEC and 93/

68/EEC.
Signed for and on behalf of
Domino UK Ltd.
Bar Hill,
Cambridge,
May 2007

Brian Guinee
Director of Engineering

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 A-SERIES plus DUO
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
(in accordance with ISO/IEC 17050-1)
No. 6-0195002/2
Issuer’s name: Domino UK Ltd.
Issuer’s Address: Bar Hill, Cambridge CB23 8TU
Object of the declaration: Domino A-Series Plus Duo Printer
The object of the declaration described above is in conformity
with the requirements of the following documents:

EN 61000-6-4:2007 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

Generic Standards. Emission standard for industrial
environments.

EN 61000-6-2:2005 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC).

Generic Standards. Immunity Standard for industrial
environments.

EN 55022:2006 Class A : Electromagnetic Compatibility

(Radiated).

EN 60950-1:2006 Safety of Information Technology Equipment.

IEC 60950-1:2005 Information technology equipment - Safety

2006/95/EC : Low Voltage Directive.

2004/108/EC : EMC Directive.

Signed for and on behalf of

Domino UK Ltd.
Bar Hill,
Cambridge,
February 2009

Damian Selina
Director of New Product Development

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FCC Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Federal Communication
Commission (FCC) Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause
harmful interference to radio communication. Operation of this equipment
in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case, the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on,
the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
• Re-orientate or relocate the receiving antenna
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

TÜV CERTIFICATION
This product has been designed for maximum safety, and has been certified as
such by TÜV Product Services.
Modifications to this machine that are not approved by Domino, or the use of
non-Domino approved spares, will invalidate the CE mark, TÜV and CB
certification.

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 CONTENTS
Part 1 Health and Safety
Basic requirements and symbol explanations.
Part 2 Description
Print head, cabinet, electronics and ink systems.
Including printer specification, and use of the
front panel.
Part 3 Screen Descriptions
Screen descriptions with details of the options,
and Menu Map.
Part 4 Operation
Start up, shut down, cartridge and reservoir
replacement and how to create a message.
Part 5 Display Messages and Fault Finding
Message interpretation and basic fault-finding.
Part 6 Maintenance
General and periodic maintenance, jet align-
ment and ink changes.
Part 7 Repair
Print head, electronics system and ink system.
Part 8 Spares and Accessories
Accessories, consumables, tools and spares.
Part 9 Options
Additional parts for the printer.
Part 10 Installation
Installation and preparation for use.
Index and Reference
To locate a subject in the manual. Glossary of
Terms.

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 AMENDMENT RECORD
Amendment Date
All Parts at Issue 1 January 2007
All Parts at Issue 2 March 2007
All Parts at Issue 3 July 2007
All Parts at Issue 4 November 2007
All Parts at Issue 5 March 2008
All Parts at Issue 6 August 2008
All Parts at Issue 7 December 2008

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 PART 1 : HEALTH AND SAFETY

CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................... 1-3
Basic Requirements ........................................................................ 1-3
Storage ........................................................................................... 1-4
Fire Risk ........................................................................................ 1-4
Spillages and Disposal ..................................................................... 1-5
A-SERIES plus SYMBOLS ........................................................... 1-6

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INTRODUCTION
Domino supplies Safety Data Sheets (SDS) giving specific safety information
with each of its ink, make-up and wash fluids. There are also warnings on
each container. The following notes are for general guidance only.

Basic Requirements
When used correctly, printing inks do not cause problems. However,
everybody using them should be familiar with the appropriate safety standards
and be aware of the precautions that should be taken. The following are basic
requirements:
• Proper standards of industrial practice relating to cleanliness and tidiness
must be maintained.
• Inks and their containers must be stored and handled with care.
• Smoking or the use of naked flames (or other sources of ignition) in the
vicinity of any inks or solvents is highly dangerous and therefore strictly
inadvisable.
• All who come into contact with inks must be properly instructed in their
use.
Directions for safe working practices vary according to the environment. The
following are broad principles so that necessary precautions may be taken:
• Contact with the mouth must be avoided. Therefore eating, drinking or
smoking, or any personal habits or actions which may transfer ink to the
mouth, must be avoided.
• Contact with the eyes must be avoided. Suitable eye protection must
always be worn whenever there is any risk of splashing or misting. If ink
does get into the eyes, first aid treatment is to flood the affected eye for
15 minutes with saline solution, (or clean water if saline solution is not
available), taking care not to allow the water to run into an unaffected
eye. Medical aid must be obtained immediately. Eyewash is available
from Domino (Pt.No. 99200).
• Most inks contain solvents which may injure the skin. Good working
practice must always be employed and risk assessments carried out. Safety
Data Sheets are available that give advice on personal protective
equipment. Most gloves only offer limited and short term exposure
protection and must be changed after any splashing and on a frequent
basis.
• Many inks contain materials which vaporise easily and can be inhaled.
Good ventilation is necessary.
• Any used cleaning materials, e.g. rags, paper wipes, are a potential fire
hazard. They must be collected for safe disposal after use.

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• After exposure to ink, all possible traces must be washed off as soon as
possible at the nearest washing facility.
Certain inks are allowed for use where they can be in indirect contact with
food. In these cases, the following precautions must be observed in addition
to those appropriate to hygiene:
• The inks must only be used in printers supplied from new for use with
these inks. Any repairs and replacements must use genuine, new and
unused spare parts.
• The inks must not be used in printers which have previously been used,
at any time, for any other purpose.

Storage
Printing inks must be stored in well-ventilated buildings, in areas set aside for
the purpose, chosen for safety in case of fire. Materials based on volatile,
flammable solvents must be stored in accordance with local regulations.

Fire Risk
For an electrical fire, do not use water. If water must be used, such as in the
case of a Nitro-cellulose ink fire (see below) the power MUST BE
REMOVED first.
Many inks contain Nitro-cellulose as the binder and remain highly flammable
when dry. Observe all warnings given on the machine and the following
safety instructions:
• If there has been an accumulation of dried ink, do not use metal scrapers
to remove it, as they can produce sparks.
• If dry Nitro-cellulose based ink ignites, it will generate its own oxygen
and can only be extinguished by lowering the temperature with water.
• If a Nitro-cellulose fire occurs, ENSURE THAT THE ELECTRICAL
POWER IS IMMEDIATELY REMOVED FROM THE PRINTER
BEFORE water is used to extinguish the fire.
Fire risk is a most important consideration where printing inks are stored and
used. The degree of fire hazard will vary considerably from one type of ink or
wash to another.
Water-based inks will not burn, although inks based on water-alcohol
mixtures may burn if there is sufficient alcohol present. Prolonged exposure
of water-based systems to high temperatures may evaporate the water to give a
flammable residue.
Solvent-based inks offer a greater degree of hazard depending on the
particular solvent or solvent combination. When there is a particular hazard
the appropriate information is given on the SDS.

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The printers place small electrostatic charges on the ink drops used for
printing. In most circumstances, such as when they arrive at the print surface,
these electrostatic charges are either conducted away or cannot accumulate.
However, during maintenance, print drops may be collected in a container,
such as a beaker. It is essential that this container is made of conducting
material and is securely connected to ground/earth. The electrostatic charges
will then be safely conducted to ground/earth.
If there is a fire, there is a likelihood that dangerous fumes will arise from
printing inks. For this reason ink must be stored where it can be reached
quickly by the fire fighting service, and where it will not spread beyond the
store.

Spillages and Disposal

WARNING: Some dried inks are highly flammable. Clean
up all ink spillages immediately. Do not allow
the ink to dry or allow any build-up of dried
ink spills.
Spillages must be cleaned up as soon as possible with the appropriate solvent
materials and with regard to the safety of personnel. Care must be taken to
prevent spillages or residue from cleaning up entering drains or sewage
systems.
Inks and associated fluids are materials which conduct electricity. Therefore,
power to the printer must be switched off while spillages inside the printer
cabinet are being cleaned up.
Printing inks and associated fluids must not be treated as ordinary waste.
They must be disposed of using approved methods according to local
regulations.

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A-SERIES plus SYMBOLS

The following symbols are used in this manual. Where they appear next to a
procedure or instruction, they have the significance and importance of
written warnings and cautions.

Eye protection must be worn.

Protective clothing must be worn. Use adequate protective gloves. Consult

the relevant Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

The equipment must be switched off and power removed.

Only trained personnel should carry out this procedure.

Beware of Electrostatic Discharge (ESD). Electrostatic precautions must be

used.
• Switch off machine first
• Wear a wristband connected to the ESD connector provided
• Avoid wearing clothing which can build up electrostatic voltages
• Use ESD protective bags to transport PCBs
• Only place PCBs on a mat made from a material which will dissipate
electrostatic voltages and which is connected to ground.

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 PART 2 : DESCRIPTION
CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................... 2-3
General .......................................................................................... 2-3
PRINTER SPECIFICATION ........................................................... 2-9
Print Head ..................................................................................... 2-9
Cabinet .......................................................................................... 2-9
External Connections ..................................................................... 2-10
Ink System ..................................................................................... 2-11
Environment .................................................................................. 2-11
PRINT HEAD .................................................................................. 2-13
General Principles .......................................................................... 2-13
CABINET ......................................................................................... 2-14
START-UP PROCEDURE ............................................................... 2-20
Power Off ...................................................................................... 2-20
Standby .......................................................................................... 2-20
Ready to Print ............................................................................... 2-20
Start-up Procedure Opaque ............................................................ 2-20
Power Off ...................................................................................... 2-20
Ready to Print ............................................................................... 2-20
Printer in Wake-up Mode .............................................................. 2-20
INK SYSTEM ................................................................................... 2-22
General .......................................................................................... 2-22
PRINTER CONTROL .................................................................... 2-26
Control Panel ................................................................................. 2-26
SVGA (Touchscreen) ................................................................. 2-26
QVGA ...................................................................................... 2-28
Start/Stop .................................................................................. 2-32
Topic Keys ................................................................................. 2-32
General Purpose Keys ................................................................ 2-33
Help Key .................................................................................. 2-34
Currency Key ........................................................................... 2-34
Lockout .................................................................................... 2-35
Password System ....................................................................... 2-35
Unicode Character Entry ............................................................... 2-36

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QVGA ...................................................................................... 2-36

SVGA ........................................................................................ 2-36
Common Unicode Characters ................................................... 2-36
Importing and Exporting Data ....................................................... 2-36
USB .......................................................................................... 2-36
Connectivity .................................................................................. 2-37
Email Alerts ............................................................................... 2-38
Connectivity Diagrams ................................................................... 2-39

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INTRODUCTION
General
This manual provides:
• A basic introduction to the printer and how to use the front panel, with
procedures that demonstrate how to manage the printer safely
• Reference sections describing the functions and messages presented
through the front panel
• A description of the ink and electronics systems
• Maintenance and repair procedures.
• The printer consists of a print head connected to a stainless steel cabinet
by way of a flexible conduit. The cabinet contains an ink system and a
controlling electronic system operated via a panel on the cabinet front
door. The printers are shown on page 2-4 to page 2-8, with internal
views of the cabinet electronic and ink system compartments shown on
page 2-15 to page 2-18.

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Domino A300+ Cabinet

SW_AM_0003.eps

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Domino A300+ SVGA (Touchscreen) Cabinet

SW_0091

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AM_0004.eps
Domino A200+ Cabinet

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SW_0090

Domino A200+ SVGA (Touchscreen) Cabinet

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AM_0005.eps
Domino A100+ Cabinet

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PRINTER SPECIFICATION
Print Head
Standard Finish: Chassis: Stainless Steel
Holster: Anodised or Painted Aluminium
Dimensions: Width:41mm (1.62")
Depth:47.7mm (1.88")
Height:240.5mm (9.5")
Weight:1kg (2.2lbs)
Duo Dimensions: Width: 57mm (2.24")
Depth (Max): 53mm (2.01")
Height: 255mm (10")
Weight: 2.8kg head plus 3m Conduit (6.17lbs)
Nozzle size: 60 or 75 micron (Duo 75 micron only)
Pinpoint only: 40 micron
Spacing from print surface: 12mm (0.47") nominal
Pinpoint only: 4mm (+/- 1mm)
Working height relative to 3m conduit: ±2m (8ft 2ins), Duo ±1m
cabinet base: 6m conduit: ±3m (10ft) (Not A100+
Pinpoint, or Duo)
Conduit Length: 3 or 6 metres (10ft and 20ft)
A100+ and Pinpoint: 3m only

Cabinet
Standard Finish: Grade 304 stainless steel or equivalent (A200+ & A100+)
Grade 316 stainless steel (A300+)
IP Rating: A300+ is designed to IP55 (1992), IP65 (1977)
A200+/A100+ are designed to IP53 (1977)
Dimensions (A300+ Width:475mm (18.7") -not incl. handles
& A200+): Depth:245mm (9.65") -not incl. front panel
Height: 715mm (28.15) -not incl. feet
Weight (A300+ & QVGA: 34kg (75lb)
A200+, incl. fluids): SVGA: 33kg (73lb)
QVGA (with airdryer fitted): 39kg (86lb)
SVGA (with airdryer fitted): 38kg (84lb)
Weight (Duo) As Single Jet variant +1kg (2.2lb)
Dimensions Width:450mm (17.7") - not incl. handles
(A100+): Depth:245mm (9.46")
Height: 650mm (25.6")
Weight (A100+ 30kg (67lb)
incl. fluid):

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Control Panel: Quarter Video Graphic Array (QVGA): Polyester,

Membrane touch button
Super Video Graphic Array (SVGA): Polyester,
Membrane touch button and touchscreen.
For cabinet and print head installation dimensions, see page 10-20 to page 10-
25.
External Connections
Positive Air Pressure (print Internal or external supply. Max external
head): supply pressure to cabinet 1bar. (A100+
internal only)
Product detector (sensor)/ 6-way socket. 12V 100mA
Shaft encoder connectors:
Shaft Encoder Input: NPN or PNP Open collector or 12V Push-
Pull encoder, Single or Quadrature input.
Beacon Connector (option): 12-way socket
Alarms Connector (option): 9-way plug. Max voltage 32V (a.c. or d.c.),
Max current 1A.
Serial Communications Port 9-way socket
connector (option):
TCP/IP: RJ-45
Data Transfer: USB Type A
Power connector: 3-way plug, cable supplied
User Port (option): 25-way plug and 25-way socket
Serial (RS232) Port (option): 9-way socket

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Ink System
Ink Capacity (Reservoir): 1.2 litres (0.32 US gall.) - automatically
metered
Ink Capacity (Cartridge): 825ml (0.218 US gall.)
Make-up Capacity 600 ml (0.16 US gall.) nominal -
(Reservoir): automatically metered
Make-up Capacity 825ml (0.218 US gall.)
(Cartridge):
Ink Viscosity Control: Automatic Viscometer
Ink Bleed Control: Automatic Start-Up/Shut-Down
Working Pressure: Automatic, 2900mbar (42 psi) nominal
Pinpoint Automatic, 4000mbar (60 psi) nominal
Environment
Temperature Range (working) +5º to +45ºC (42ºF to 112ºF)
Temperature Range (Storage) -20º to +60ºC (-4ºF to +140ºF) (machine dry
- storage, wet dependent upon fluids)
Humidity 10 - 90% RH (non-condensing)
Electrical Supply 100-120V/200-240V 50-60Hz (nominal),
single phase Auto ranging, 200VA, internal
fuse rating 4A
Acoustic Noise Level Not more than 70 dBA

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Conduit Nut

Upper Wiring and Connector

Compartment

Securing Holster
Screw

Head
Valve

Drop
Generator
Charge
Electrode
Deflector
Plates
Gutter

Print Head
Bracket
AM_0006.eps

Standard A-Series Plus Print Head

Drop
Generator

Charge
Electrode

Deflector
Plates

Gutter

Pinpoint Print Head

Duo Print Head
AM_0007.eps
AD_0001.eps
Print Head - General View

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PRINT HEAD
General Principles
Ink Each printed character consists of a dot matrix
Drops made up of lines, or strokes, of ink drops. The ink
Unused drops in each stroke are spaced apart by electronic
Positions deflection and the strokes are spaced apart by the
movement of the print surface under the head.
Stroke
AM_0008.tif Inside the print head, ink is supplied under
pressure to the drop generator, and emerges
through a small nozzle as a very fine jet. The drop
generator contains a drive rod which creates
ultrasonic pressure waves in the ink, making the jet
Drop break up into a stream of separate drops shortly
Generator after leaving the nozzle.
(Generic
shown) The break-up is adjusted to occur within the
charge electrode, where each ink drop is given an
Nozzle electrostatic charge by putting a voltage onto the
Plate charge electrode as the drop breaks off. The size
of the charge on the ink drop depends upon the
Charge
Electrode voltage on the charge electrode.
The ink drops then pass through the electrostatic
Deflector
field set up between two high voltage deflector
Plates plates. The direction of flight of each charged ink
drop is deflected by an amount dependent upon
the size of the charge.
Ink drops not required for printing are not given
Gutter electrostatic charges and are collected in the gutter.
AM_0009.tif
The print head components are mounted on a
rigid chassis, with a fully enclosed top section containing the connections
between the print head and conduit wiring.
The print head slides into a protective holster and is locked into place by a
screw in the rear. The holster is mounted in the printing position and
contains precision guide rails to ensure that the print head always returns to
exactly the same position if the print head is removed and replaced.

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CABINET
The cabinet is made of stainless steel with doors to two separate
compartments. The upper door carries the printer control panel and is
lockable. The conduit serving the print head and all external connections
enter the left hand side. There are transport handles on both sides of the
cabinet. For stability, the cabinet must be mounted on a stabiliser kit or stand
(see Part 9 : Options).
The upper compartment has a hinged cover plate behind the outer door that
provides both general protection and a mounting surface (on its inner face) for
part of the electronic components.
CAUTION: The printer must not be operated with the ink chassis
removed.
In the lower compartment, operations such as replacing cartridges and
reservoirs are carried out through the open door. However, the ink system is
mounted on a chassis, enabling it to be withdrawn from the cabinet.
An A300+ cabinet is cooled by air drawn in through the right side of the base
and ducted up the right-hand side wall, through a filter into the upper
electronics compartment. A fan then forces the air down through the lower
ink compartment and out through the left side of the base. A baffle plate on
the underside of the cabinet prevents re-circulation of the air.
A200+ and A100+ cabinets are cooled by air drawn in through louvres on the
right side of the cabinet and through a filter into the upper electronics
compartment. A fan then forces the air down through the lower ink
compartment and out through the base.

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Standard Interface PCB USB Power Supply

Connection
Ethernet
Front Panel Connection Ink System Interface
Cover PCB
(Not Shown) Fan
LCD Assembly
Air Filter

Front Panel
PCB

Electronic Subrack
Assembly

PEC PCB

Peltier (Optional SBC PCB

on A200+)
Ink Management Viscometer
Block
SW_0026.eps
Note: For Touchscreen detail see page 2-19

A300+/A200+ Cabinet - General View 1 (Standard QVGA Shown)

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Front Panel Air Filter

Cover

Solenoid
Valves

Ink Cartridge

Ink Reservoir
Peltier Condenser Pump Make-up
Assembly (Standard Reservoir
(Optional on pump shown)
A200+) Make-up
Cartridge
SW_0027.eps
A300+/A200+ Cabinet - General View (2)

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Front Panel Cover Ethernet Power Supply

(Not Shown) Connection

Standard Interface USB Ink System Interface

PCB Connection PCB
LCD Assembly
Air Filter

Fan
Front Panel
PCB

Sub Rack
Assembly
PEC PCB
Peltier (Optional)
SBC PCB
Viscometer
Ink Management
Block

SW_0028.eps
A100+ Cabinet - General View (1)

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Air Filter
Front Panel
Cover

Solenoid
Valves

Ink Cartridge

Ink Reservoir
Peltier Condenser Pump
Assembly Make-up
(Optional) Reservoir
Make-up
Cartridge
SW_0029.eps
A100+ Cabinet - General View (2)

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Note: View shown with cover removed.

Front Panel
PCB

SVGA Cable
Assembly

Inverter Cable
Inverter PCB Assembly

SW_0113.eps
SVGA (Touchscreen) Detail A200+/300+

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START-UP PROCEDURE
The Start-up procedure uses the same buttons on the QVGA and SVGA
Front panels; as shown below.

Power Off

(2 secs)

Standby
(2 secs) Power applied - printer initialised (2 secs)
- pump not running

Ready to Print
Start-up Procedure

Start-up Procedure Opaque

The start-up procedure differs for the opaque printer due to the automatic
Wake-up software; opaque printers must remain in standby mode when not in
use. This enables the ink to be agitated, stirring the pigment in the ink and
maintaining the correct viscosity.

Power Off
Either "Wake-up
Mode Cycle Waiting"
or "Wake-up Mode
Cycle Running" will (2 secs)
be displayed in the
status bar.

(2 secs)
Printer in Wake-up Mode (2 secs)
Power applied - printer initialised
- pump operating at 1800rpm for approx..
2-3 minutes in every 20 minutes

Ready to Print
Start-up Procedure

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Peltier
(Optional on A200+ & A100+) Ink Management
Block

1psi PRV &

Temperature
Sensor

Viscometer

Damper

Make-up
Reservoir
Gutter and Make-up Filters Main Filter Behind
Behind Reservoirs Ink Reservoir
AM_0020_1.eps
Ink Reservoir
Pressure
Sensor

Jet Pump

Ink Manifold
Assembly

Solenoids

Ink Cartridge

Make-up Cartridge
Main Pump
(standard pump
shown) Make-up Manifold
Assembly
AM_0021_1.eps
Ink System - General Views

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INK SYSTEM
General
CAUTIONS: (1) Do not switch off power to Opaque printers.
(2) The Ink system must never be withdrawn from the cabinet
with the printer running.
(3) Do not switch off the printer before the flush cycle is
complete.
The printer contains a reservoir of printing ink. As ink is used for printing, it
is replaced by fresh ink from a disposable cartridge.
Note: Ink cartridges must not be left on opaque printers, a cartridge should only
be fitted after an ink low warning has been raised. The ink cartridge must
be vigorously shaken prior to fitting.
The ink has a solvent base which (like all solvents) is subject to evaporation,
and this, in turn, affects ink viscosity. The electronic system, therefore, checks
the viscosity regularly and keeps it within carefully controlled limits by adding
make-up, supplied from a second reservoir, which is also supplied by a
disposable cartridge.
Make-up is also held in a reservoir (non-replaceable) and has a disposable
make-up cartridge mounted on it.
The ink and make-up levels are monitored by level sensors in each reservoir.
If the ink cartridge is not replaced before the ink falls below a second level,
the printer switches off. However, if the make-up reservoir is empty the
machine can still be used, but the start-stop performance will be impaired. If
make-up is not replaced it will cause the ink viscosity to increase, and print
quality to deteriorate.
The printer also indicates when the ink or make-up levels are too high.
When the ink jet is switched off the printer automatically flushes make-up
through the print head to prevent the print head becoming dirty with ink
splashes.
CAUTION: Do not block or obstruct the vent.
Venting The ink reservoir is connected to a vent at the bottom of the
cabinet. This allows for variations in the ink level and for air drawn in by the
ink and make-up cartridges. It also allows air drawn in through the gutter to
be released. These air movements could result in the emission of solvent
fumes and an evaporation loss. To reduce the evaporation loss, an optional
peltier device can be fitted to cool and condense any escaping vapour. The
resulting liquid is passed back into the make-up reservoir.
Wake-up Mode When the jet is switched off, the software controls the
printer in a wake-up mode. This operates the printer (pump) for
approximately 2-3 minutes in every 20 minutes, to stir the pigment in the ink
and to maintain the correct viscosity.

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Ink Management Block

Pressure Bleed
Sensor Valve
Over-pressure PRV (100psi)
Wash
Valve
Feed Feed Jet Pump
Filter Valve Visc.
Valve
Gutter
Filter

1psi
Flush Make-up
Valve Valve

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Main
Print Head Filter

Pump
Nozzle
Valve
DESCRIPTION

Viscometer
Make-up
Filter

1/8" Tube
MAKE-UP INK
1/4" Tube
Vent

CAUTION: Do not block or obstruct the vent. AM_0022.eps

Ink System - Circuit Diagram

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2-24
Ink Management Block

Pressure Bleed
Valve Over-pressure PRV (100psi)
Sensor

Wash
Valve
Feed Feed Jet Pump
Filter Valve Visc.
Valve
Gutter
Filter
Flush
Valve
1psi
Make-up
Valve
Print Head
Main
Filter
Nozzle
Valve
Gutter Pump Ink Pump

Viscometer
Make-up
Filter
DESCRIPTION

Print Head

1/8" Tube
Nozzle MAKE-UP INK
Valve 1/4" Tube

Vent

CAUTION: Do not block or obstruct the vent.

ADP_0001.eps
Duo Ink System - Circuit Diagram

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Pressure Bleed
Sensor Valve

Wash
Valve
Bleed Jet
Feed Feed Pump
Filter Valve Visc.
Valve
Gutter
Filter

Gutter Jet
Pump 1psi
Flush Make-up
Valve Valve

Main

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Print Head Filter

Damper
Pump
Nozzle
Valve

Viscometer
DESCRIPTION

Make-up
Filter

5/16" Tube

1/4" Tube
1/8" Tube

MAKE-UP INK

CAUTION: Do not block or obstruct the vent. Vent OP0015

Opaque Ink System- Circuit Diagram

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PRINTER CONTROL
The printer is switched on by pressing the power key on the front of the
cabinet for 2 seconds. This supplies power to the whole printer and after a
short period, control of the printer is transferred to the front panel.
Alternatively the start/stop button can be used, which will initialise the
printer to a ready to print status.

Control Panel
There are two types of interface available, the SVGA (Touchscreen) or
QVGA. The functionality and layout of these are the same, however the
operation differs, please refer below for details.
SVGA (Touchscreen)
There are only three permanent keys on the membrane of an SVGA printer,
these are the Power Key, Start/Stop Key and Alert Key. All other functions
and keys are available on the Touchscreen.
The Topic keys are contained in a pull down menu bar at the top left of the
Touchscreen area. The keyboard is displayed using the tab in the bottom
right.
The Function keys are displayed to the left of the screen, touch the screen in
the relevant place to access these menus.
Where relevant, the Select key will display to enable options or selection of a
currently highlighted object.
The Single-Jet variant Touchscreen display is as shown below and on the
following page:

Topic Key
Menu

Keyboard
Tab

Note: Single Jet screen shown

Touchscreen Front Panel (Home Screen)

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Title Bar Help Key

Enable/
Topic Key Disable Print*
Tab

Print and
Operating
Symbols

Connectivity
Ink Life Symbols
Topic Keys Hidden Send to
Hours and Print*
Time to Next
Service
Working Area

Function
keys

Status/Alert
Bar
Zoom Outline
Topic Key Screen Number
Tab Cursor and
Select Keys

Keyboard
Tab

*Button function
differs, refer to
"general purpose
Keyboard keys" table on page
Keyboard Displayed 2-33 for function

SVGA Screen Display

Function keys will appear automatically when needed, such as the select key,
back-up key, softkeys , menu and keyboard tabs, etc. As shown in the second
screen above, keys such as Outline and Zoom will appear in the relevant menu
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positioned within the message, either per component, per page or to the end/
beginning of the message.
OSK Setting The OSK (On Screen Keyboard) can be changed in the
SVGA printer. There are seven keyboard layouts to select from: Latin
(Roman), Greek, Cyrillic, Arabic, Chinese, Japanese and Korean.
To set the OSK, within the Machine Set-up menu select: Configuration
> Regional Settings >Keyboard Options> OSK Set-up. Select the required OSK
from the list and press OK.
The keyboard should now automatically display in the selected OSK type.
QVGA
The printer is controlled through the front panel. There are two types of
keys:
• Permanent keys with fixed functions (these form the majority of keys)
• Function keys (softkeys) with functions that can change under software
control.
The main areas of the QVGA front panel are identified in the diagram below.

Function Keys Display Cursor Keys Select

Key
Power
Key
A-Series plus
Start/
Stop
Key

Send to
Help Print

Character
Set Keys Currency Key
Data Entry Keys
SW_AM_0024 Topic Keys
Front Panel Keyboard Layout

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The display presentation has the following basic structure.

Screen Number
Connectivity
Symbols
Title Bar

Scroll Bar
Softkeys

Print and
Operating
Status/Alert Symbols
Bar Working Area

Display Presentation (QVGA)

Status/Alert bar shows status information. When a printer alert is raised, it

displays alert information. When the alert condition is cleared, the alert
message is cleared (and status will be displayed). If two or more alerts exist
simultaneously, the highest priority alert is displayed; if both are the same
priority then the most recent will be displayed. Display messages are detailed
in Part 5.
Working area provides a general presentation area for the function in use.
Softkeys, up to four key options display, in QVGA these correspond to the
four function keys immediately to the left of the screen, for SVGA simply
press the touchscreen.
Screen number provides a numerical identity for each screen.
Scroll bar shows that the screen detail, in the working area, extends off the
display. Either use the up and down cursor keys in QVGA or press above or
below the scroll bar tab in SVGA to show the hidden detail.
Print and operating symbols show the printer status, a print symbol
indicates that the printer is ready to print, an alert symbol indicates that there
is an unacknowledged alert. See table below.
Connectivity symbols show items that are connected to the printer. USB
indicates that a USB device is fitted. See following table.

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QVGA SVGA
Description
Icon Icon
Connectivity (top right of screen)
Service or Feature Key is fitted

USB

Print/Operating (bottom left of screen)

Jet On

Jet Off

Printer is printing

The printer software is communicating with the front

panel (normal operation)

A remote connection to the printer is established

Caps Lock is on (QVGA only)

Unicode key (SVGA, contained within the numeric
keyboard) or Unicode is active (QVGA)
Unicode and Caps Lock is active (QVGA only)

Reservoir 1st warning - there are 24hours remaining in

the reservoir. For extended life ink systems this is 300
hours remaining (a new reservoir should be obtained).
Reservoir 2nd warning - there are 2hours remaining in
the reservoir. For extended life ink systems this is 24
hours remaining.
The reservoir has expired and must be changed
immediately.

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Active region (Jet 1) indicator for Duo printer1

Active region ( Jet 2) indicator for Duo printer1

Active region (Message Editor Jet 1) indicator for Duo

printer2

Active region (Message Editor Jet 2) indicator for Duo

printer2

1
These icons are seen in the Service area
2These icons are seen in the Message area

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Start/Stop

The start/stop key is pressed to enable the printer to enter a ready to print
status. It is necessary to press the switch for at least 2-3 seconds as a
precaution against accidental use. The switch also carries a green indicator.
Red Alert Indicator shows that the printer has a fault which prevents
printing. The indicator flashes (the beacon, if fitted, is steady state) while the
alert is unacknowledged and is extinguished when the fault is cleared.
Amber Alert Indicator shows that the printer has a fault that requires
attention. The indicator flashes (the beacon, if fitted, is steady state) while the
alert is unacknowledged and is extinguished when the fault is cleared.
Topic Keys
Each topic key opens sets of screen options. The location of the topic keys
are shown in diagrams on page 2-28 (QVGA) & page 2-27 (SVGA) and are
described in detail in Part 3 : Screen Descriptions.
Message Editor Provides access to the message
creation utilities.

Message Store Provides access to the stored

messages. Use to save messages.

Print Parameters Provides access to the utilities

controlling the message being
printed, e.g. message orientation.
These parameters are saved with
the message.
Machine Setup Provides access to the printer for
and Service the Service engineer for service
and printer setup.
Lockout When security is set, this key will
log out the current user.

Home Pressing this key from most

screens will revert the printer
back to the Home screen.

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General Purpose Keys

Power On/Off Switches power on to the printer.
It will initialise the printer to a
standby state. If pressed for 2
seconds whilst on, the printer will
carry out a shut-down procedure
and power off, if pressed for 10
seconds it will cause the printer to
perform an emergency shut-down.
Start/Stop Powers the printer to a ready to
print state. If pressed whilst in a
ready to print state, it will take the
printer to a standby state.
Cursor Keys Four keys used to move the cursor
around the screen.

Select Key Select the currently highlighted

option, either inserting it into the
message or opening the properties.
Function Keys Select softkey option on the screen
(QVGA only) to the right.

Back Press to go up a menu level.

Send to Print From Message Editor, Message

(Enable/ Store, and some areas of print
Disable Print) parameters, this sends the currently
selected message to print.
From the home screen, this enables
and disables the printing.
Delete Key Deletes entries immediately to the
left of the cursor.

Outline Key Within the Message Editor, puts an

(SVGA only). outline around each individual
+3 Key component (such as dates, text) in
combination the message.
for QVGA

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Alternative Press this key to select the top left

Character Set - blue character on character keys on
Left (Blue) QVGA or change the keyboard to
show alternative character set 1 on
SVGA
Alternative Press this key to select the top
Character Set - right green character on each
Right (Green) character key on QVGA or change
the keyboard to show alternative
character set 2 on SVGA
Numeric Press this key to change the
Keyboard keyboard layout to show the
SVGA numeric keys on the keyboard
Unicode Entry Within the Numeric keyboard, use
SVGA this key to enter Unicode
characters.
Alphabetic or Press these keys to switch between
Qwerty alphabetic or qwerty keyboard
Keyboard layout
SVGA
Shift Lock Changes characters to lower case
Key until pressed again to return to
upper case characters.
Shift Key Hold down to change the
(QVGA only) character case (from upper to
lower or vice versa).
Alert Key Opens the alerts list. Alerts can be
(Membrane acknowledged within this
Key) dialogue.

Help Key
Help Key Provides access to help
information concerned with the
current menu screen.

Currency Key
Currency Key Provides entry for currency
characters. Pressing this key
generates minor currency symbols
(e.g. p, c, etc.) pressing with the
Shift key generates the major
currency symbol (e.g. £, $, etc.)

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Lockout
Pressing the Lockout key prevents unauthorised changes through the front
panel or interference with the printer while it is unattended. With Lockout
selected, control of the printer is restricted to switching on, switching off and
inspecting the message being printed. Access to all other functions requires
the use of the appropriate password, provided this has been set, users can log
in and have access according to their access rights. An administrator can set-
up new users, see page 3-49. Only administrators have access to the security
setup area of the printer.
To enable the lockout function, security must be enabled within the Machine
Setup area (see page 3-44).

Lockout Screen

Password System
Entry to the Lockout area of printer control is unrestricted, all other areas can,
if required, be protected by password. It is advisable to create a new
administrator with a unique name and password to allow the default
administrator and password to remain unchanged, therefore in the event of the
password being forgotten it will still be possible to log in as an administrator
using these default settings.
A user can change their password using this screen (see above).

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Unicode Character Entry

QVGA
Certain characters, that are not represented by a key, are available for printing.
They can be entered into the Message Editor or a data entry dialog using their
Unicode identity.
This is done by holding down both alternative character set keys + ,
Use the left, right keys to select 9 or X. Selecting 9 will turn on the
Unicode entry mode, this is confirmed by "U" being displayed in the bottom
right of the screen. The printer can now accept unicode values. Enter the
required 4 digit unicode value (hex) e.g 00A5 is the Japanese Yen symbol,
then press + again, the printer will prompt to confirm the unicode
value entered, highlight the tick ( 9 ) and press the select key to enter
into the message, repeat this for further character entries.
Pressing the shift lock key will change the Unicode icon to , showing that
both Unicode and Caps lock are active.
To exit the Unicode mode, press both alternative character set keys again.
SVGA
A unicode symbol on the numeric keyboard of the SVGA printers allows
unicode to be entered directly. Press the unicode button located within the
numeric key on the keyboard, then enter the unicode value.
Common Unicode Characters
00A3 Pound (Sterling) 20AA Shekel (Israel)
0024 Dollar (US) 20AB Dong (Vietnam)
00A2 Cent (US) 20A2 Cruzerio (Brazil)
00A5 Yen (Japan) 20A6 Naira (Nigeria)
20AC Euro 20A8 Rupee
20A1 Colon (Costa Rica) 20A9 Won (South Korea)

Importing and Exporting Data

USB
A USB device can be used to back-up and restore all of the configuration data
of the printer. A selection of back-up types are available: Full, Service and
Messages.

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Connectivity
Connectivity allows remote browsing of the printer and can be used to assist
engineers in diagnosing any issue with the printer, using a direct cable
connection, LAN or phone line connected to a web browser.
The Ethernet settings in the printer need to be set (normally this will involve
the local network administrator). In the Machine Set-up menu, navigate to
the Ethernet screen: Configuration > Comms > Ethernet to display the
following screens:

Set the Ethernet port to Enable. Then set the configuration to either DHCP
or Static (depending on your network configuration).
If set to Static, enter the details on the second screen as required (obtain these
from your local network administrator).
Note: If using DHCP, in order to operate correctly, BOOTP messages must be
able to reach the network's DHCP server and the DHCP server must be
set to update DNS.
The printer must be restarted in order for these settings to take effect.
To view the printer details using a connected PC, the Web Server must be
enabled on the printer. Within the Machine Set-up menu, select the
following: Configuration > Comms > Web Server. Set the Web Server to be
Enabled.
Once the printer has been configured, it can be viewed via a PC running
Microsoft Internet Explorer™ (minimum Version 6.0), connected either
directly or on the same network (see examples of connecting on following
pages).
In the address bar, enter the IP address (or host name (only with DNS)) of the
printer, e.g. http://192.0.201.204 or Domino and the home screen (as shown
below) should display.

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Web Server Home Screen

Web Server Machine Set-up Screen

Email Alerts
Certain alerts can be set so that an email is sent to the specified email address
when they are raised and can also be sent when the alert is acknowledged.
Refer to page 3-67

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Connectivity Diagrams

Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cross Cable

Standard PC IP Address Fixed

(192.168.1.a) IP Address Fixed
(192.168.1.b)

Single printer to single PC (max 1 printer) PC not connected to network

Network card 2
IP Address Fixed or
dynamic
Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cross Cable
Network
Cat.5 UTP RJ45
Cable Network card 1
RJ45 Cable

IP Address Fixed
Cat.5 UTP

(192.168.1.a) IP Address Fixed

(192.168.1.b)
Standard PC fitted with
2 network cards

Single printer to single PC (max 1 printer) PC connected to network

Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable

Cat.5 UTP
RJ45 Cable
IP Address Fixed
(192.168.1.c)
Standard PC IP Address
Fixed (192.168.1.a)

Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable

Cat.5 UTP
RJ45 Cable IP Address Fixed
(192.168.1.d)
Standard PC IP Address
Fixed (192.168.1.b)
Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable

10/100 Ethernet IP Address Fixed

network switch (192.168.1.e)

Multiple printers to PC through switch. PC not connected to network

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Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable

IP Address Fixed
(192.168.1.b)
Standard PC
IP Address fixed or dynamic
(192.168.1.a)
Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable
DHCP network
server IP Address Fixed
(192.168.1.c)

Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable

Network
10/100 Ethernet IP Address Fixed
network switch (192.168.1.d)

Multiple printers to PC through switch. PC connected to network

Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable

IP Address Fixed
(192.168.1.a)
Standard PC Cat.5 UTP
IP Address fixed RJ45 Cable
or dynamic
Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable
Network
IP Address Fixed
(192.168.1.b)

Cat.5 UTP Cat.5 UTP RJ45 Cable

RJ45 Cable
IP Address Fixed
DHCP network (192.168.1.c)
server

Multiple printers to PC through network

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CONTENTS
Page
MENU STRUCTURE AND SCREENS ......................................... 3-5
General information ....................................................................... 3-5
QVGA ...................................................................................... 3-5
SVGA (Touchscreen) ................................................................. 3-5
LCD Brightness .................................................................... 3-6
MENU MAPS ................................................................................... 3-7
SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS ............................................................. 3-11
HOME SCREEN .............................................................................. 3-11
MESSAGE EDITOR ......................................................................... 3-11
Font Options ................................................................................. 3-12
Font Height ............................................................................... 3-13
Bold .......................................................................................... 3-13
InterChar Gap ............................................................................ 3-14
Select Message Format Set ......................................................... 3-14
Select Message Format Set (Duo) ............................................... 3-14
Clock ........................................................................................ 3-15
Insert Date Field ........................................................................ 3-15
Properties .............................................................................. 3-15
Edit ............................................................................................ 3-16
New ..................................................................................... 3-16
Date Names .......................................................................... 3-16
Insert Time Field ........................................................................ 3-18
Properties .............................................................................. 3-18
Edit ....................................................................................... 3-18
New ..................................................................................... 3-19
Alpha Hours ......................................................................... 3-19
Clock Offsets.............................................................................. 3-20
Change ................................................................................. 3-20
Shift Code ................................................................................. 3-20
Special Field ................................................................................... 3-21
Serial Number ........................................................................... 3-21
Properties .............................................................................. 3-21
............................................................................................. 3-21
Edit/New ............................................................................. 3-22
Advanced .............................................................................. 3-22
Custom Scripts ........................................................................... 3-23

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Barcodes .................................................................................... 3-24

2D Codes .................................................................................. 3-26
Logo........................................................................................... 3-28
Edit ........................................................................................... 3-28
New ..................................................................................... 3-29
Text Field .................................................................................. 3-30
Save Current Message .................................................................... 3-30
Clear Message ................................................................................ 3-31
PRINT PARAMETERS ................................................................... 3-32
Print Offset .................................................................................... 3-32
Print Delay ..................................................................................... 3-32
Print Width/Height ....................................................................... 3-33
Print Height .............................................................................. 3-33
Print Width ............................................................................... 3-33
Counter Control ........................................................................ 3-34
Message Orientation ...................................................................... 3-34
Reverse Printing......................................................................... 3-35
Reverse (Counted) ................................................................ 3-35
Reverse (Continuous) ........................................................... 3-35
Invert Printing ........................................................................... 3-36
Invert (Counted) ........................................................................ 3-36
Invert (Continuous) .............................................................. 3-36
Inverse Video ........................................................................ 3-37
Repeat Printing ......................................................................... 3-37
Repeat Counted ......................................................................... 3-38
Repeat Continuous ............................................................... 3-38
Dynamic Repeat Pitch................................................................ 3-39
Machine Print Settings ................................................................... 3-39
........................................................................................................... 3-39
MESSAGE STORE ........................................................................... 3-40
Message Details .............................................................................. 3-40
Message Store Manager .................................................................. 3-41
Store Manager ........................................................................... 3-41
Import/Export .......................................................................... 3-42
User Port.................................................................................... 3-43
Save Message .................................................................................. 3-43
Search ............................................................................................ 3-43
MACHINE SETUP ........................................................................... 3-44

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Production Data ............................................................................. 3-44

Change Reservoir ...................................................................... 3-44
Fluids Information ..................................................................... 3-44
Statistics...................................................................................... 3-45
Reset Counter ........................................................................... 3-45
Service Interval .......................................................................... 3-46
Service ........................................................................................... 3-47
Install Option ............................................................................ 3-47
System Configuration ................................................................ 3-47
Software Configuration ......................................................... 3-48
Security Access ...................................................................... 3-49
External Interface .................................................................. 3-52
Hardware (Service Key Only) .................................................... 3-55
Diagnostics ................................................................................ 3-55
Wizards ................................................................................. 3-56
Jet Options ........................................................................... 3-56
Adjustment ................................................................................ 3-57
Modulation ........................................................................... 3-58
Pressure ................................................................................ 3-58
External I/F .......................................................................... 3-58
Advanced (Service Key Only) ............................................... 3-59
Configuration ................................................................................ 3-60
User Configuration .................................................................... 3-60
Editor View .......................................................................... 3-60
Message Views ...................................................................... 3-61
Home Screen ........................................................................ 3-61
Configure Alerts ................................................................... 3-61
Regional Settings ...................................................................... 3-62
Master Clock ........................................................................ 3-62
Currency .............................................................................. 3-62
Prompt Language .................................................................. 3-63
Keyboard Options ................................................................. 3-63
Machine Print Settings .............................................................. 3-64
Print Delay ........................................................................... 3-64
Print Height/Width .............................................................. 3-64
Machine Orientation ............................................................. 3-65
Default Machine Settings ...................................................... 3-65
Duo Region Offsets .............................................................. 3-65
Communications ........................................................................ 3-66
Ethernet ................................................................................ 3-66
............................................................................................. 3-66
Serial Port ............................................................................. 3-67
Email Alerts .......................................................................... 3-67
Web Server ........................................................................... 3-67

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Back-up ......................................................................................... 3-68

Back-up to USB ........................................................................ 3-68
Restore Options ........................................................................ 3-68
Configure Upgrade .................................................................... 3-68
Software Upgrade ...................................................................... 3-69

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MENU STRUCTURE AND SCREENS

General information
Following is a reference section detailing the screens appearing on the front
panel display.
To display the screens shown, press the key sequence shown in the margin.
To increment or decrement values or to change preset conditions, the
(left/right) keys should be used.
Note that some settings also have ! next to the keys. This indicates
that these settings are dynamic and will change instantly.
To access the properties of the currently selected object, i.e. within the
message editor, press the (select) key. This will open the properties for
that selection, enabling appropriate settings to be changed or viewed.
Characters can be removed using the (delete) key, the delete key will
remove the character immediately to the left of the cursor.
QVGA
To move the cursor to the next line, use the (up/down) keys. For
multi-page dialogues, using the + (shift+down) and +
(shift+up) will move the whole dialogue down or up a screen at a time.
The contrast/brightness of the screen can be adjusted for comfort. To enter
into the adjust mode, use the following key combination + . Both the
red and amber leds on the membrane will illuminate, then use the
(left/right) keys to increase or decrease the brightness and (up/down)
keys to increase or decrease the contrast.
Pressing the Select button will save these settings, exiting using shift and
printer setup again will temporarily use these settings but will revert back to
the original settings on restart of the printer. Use the same key combination
( + ) to exit the adjust mode.
SVGA (Touchscreen)
The software layout and functions of the SVGA are the same as the QVGA
screen, the major difference being that all but three keys appear on the
touchscreen itself.
The topic keys are all contained within a pull down bar at the top left of the
screen using the tab. The keyboard facilities are accessed via the
tab at the bottom right of the screen. The various keyboard layouts can be
switched using the following keys . By default, the
keyboards in both QVGA and SVGA have the shift lock on (uppercase). To
change to lowercase in the SVGA, use the shift lock , it will change as
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In certain multi-page screens, a scroll tab will appear to the right of the screen,
press below the tab to move to the next screen or above to move back to the
previous screen.
Due to the limitations of touchscreen technology, key combinations are not
possible with SVGA. These functions, such as the LCD brightness are
accessed via the menu structure:
LCD Brightness
The brightness of the SVGA screen can be adjusted via the Machine Set-up
menu . Select Config > User Config > Editor View > . The
brightness can be adjusted in real time in this screen.

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 Notes: (1) The Message Editor is used to enter items
MESSAGE EDITOR into the message, i.e. “what is printed”.
Use the following menus to input items into
the message.
Insert Clock Insert Special Save/Clear
Font Options Options Field Current Message (2) Some items within the Message Editor can
page 3-12 page 3-15 page 3-21 page 3-30 be switched off or hidden. Refer to the
INSERT SPECIAL FIELD Configuration area of the Machine Set-up
(see page 3-60).
INSERT CLOCK OPTIONS Insert Serial # Custom Script Logo Insert Text Field
or Barcode
page 3-21 page 3-23 page 3-28 page 3-30
Date Time Clock Offset Shift Code LOGO
Edit New Delete
page 3-15 page 3-18 page 3-20 page 3-20
BARCODE/SCRIPT page 3-29
CLOCK OFFSET
Change Custom Barcode 2D Code
Scripts
page 3-20
2D Code
INSERT TIME FIELD New Edit Delete
Properties Edit New Alpha Insert Custom Script
Hours Properties Delete Persistent
Data
page 3-18 page 3-19
NEW/EDIT 2D CODE
Special
INSERT DATE FIELD Field
Properties Edit New Date
Names
page 3-15 page 3-16 SPECIAL FIELD
INSERT SERIAL NUMBER Date Time Serial Insert
DATE NAMES
Properties Edit New Number ASCII
Day Month
Names Names
page 3-21 Barcode
page 3-17 New Edit Delete

Edit Serial Number

Advanced
NEW/EDIT BARCODE
FONT OPTIONS Special Advanced
New Serial Number Field
page 3-22 Advanced
Height Bold Inter Character Message
Gap Format
page 3-13 page 3-13 page 3-14 page 3-14 SPECIAL FIELD
Date Time Serial Insert
Number ASCII

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 PRINT PARAMETERS
Note: Print Parameters are used to set how
the message prints, i.e. orientation,
Print Machine Counters Message Machine Print offsets, etc.
Offset / Print Size Orientation Settings
page 3-32 page 3-33 page 3-34 page 3-39

See Machine Set-up > Configuration > Machine Print Settings, on next page

MESSAGE ORIENTATION
Reverse Invert Inverse Repeat
Video
page 3-35 page 3-36 page 3-37 page 3-37

MACHINE COUNTERS / PRINT SIZE

Serial Number Default Print

Height Print Width
Control
page 3-23 page 3-33 page 3-33
SET THE PRINT OFFSET

Print Forward Reverse

Delay Offset Offset
page 3-32 page 3-32

MESSAGE STORE

Store Save Message

Search Manager Details
Message
page 3-40 page 3-41 page 3-43 page 3-43

MESSAGE STORE MANAGER

Note: User Port only visible with
Delete Store Import/ User
Message Manager Export Port User Port fitted.
page 3-43
USER PORT - MESSAGE STORE
STORE MANAGER IMPORT/EXPORT Change Put Take
New Edit Convert Storage Import Export Folder Slot Messages Messages
Message Off Line
Store Details From To Options
Store
page
3-42 FOLDER OPTIONS

EDIT STORE IMPORT MESSAGES Create Delete Rename

Folder Folder Folder
Delete Rename Empty EXPORT MESSAGES Import As
Export New Store Select All Import
Message
Message Select All Export Details
Store Message Details

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 MACHINE SET-UP
BACKUP
Backup to Restore Configure Software
USB Options Upgrade Upgrade
Production Service Configuration Backup
PRODUCTION DATA page 3-68 page 3-69
page 3-44 page 3-47 page 3-60 page 3-68
Change Fluids Statistics Service
Reservoir Info Interval CONFIGURATION
User Regional Machine Comms
page 3-44 page 3-44 Config Settings Print
Settings
PRODUCTION STATISTICS USER CONFIGURATION page 3-60 page 3-62 page 3-64 page 3-66
Reset View Ink Editor Message Home Configure
Count Logs Log View Views Screen Alerts REGIONAL SETTINGS COMMS
Master Currency Prompt Keyboard Ethernet Serial Email Web server
page 3-45 page 3-60 page 3-61 page 3-61 page 3-61 Port
Clock Language Options Alerts
SERVICE INTERVAL page 3-62 page 3-62 page 3-63 page 3-63 page 3-66 page 3-67 page 3-67 page 3-67
Enable/ Reset
Disable Service
Interval CONFIGURE ALERTS MASTER CLOCK KEYBOARD OPTIONS ETHERNET SERVICE PORT EMAIL ALERTS
page 3-46 Email Select
Change Date Format IME Setup OSK Setup Advanced Advanced Settings Alerts
SERVICE
page 3-67
INSTALL OPTIONS Install System Diagnostics Adjustment
Options Config MACHINE PRINT SETTINGS
Peltier Air HOME SCREEN Orientation Default Machine
Dryer Print Print
page 3-47 page 3-55 page 3-57 Printer Contact Delay Height/Width Settings
Model
page 3-47 ADJUSTMENT Serial Details Image
Number page 3-64 page 3-64 page 3-65 page 3-65
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION Modulation Pressure External Advanced
I/F page 3-61 MACHINE PRINT HEIGHT/WIDTH
Software Security External Hardware
Config Access I/F page 3-58 page 3-58 page 3-52 page 3-59 MESSAGE VIEWS
Message Message
page 3-48 page 3-49 page 3-52 page 3-55 Default Print Print
Monitor Preview
Height Width
page 3-64
MODULATION/PRESSURE page 3-61
MACHINE ORIENTATION
SOFTWARE CONFIGURATION Reset Print Print EDITOR VIEW
Start-up Advanced Once Continuous Set Set
Message Printer Invert
Format Version Update Reverse
Options
page 3-48 Clock Machine Logo
LCD
ADVANCED Options DEFAULT MACHINE SETTINGS
page 3-60 Set Clock Dep Print Clock
Print Print
EXTERNAL I/F Once Continuous Repeat Options Offsets Inserts
User Port Product Encoder Advanced MACHINE
Detect I/F
SELF TEST OPTIONS
page 3-53 page 3-54 page 3-54 Run Wizards Jet Barcode / CLOCK DEPENDANT OPTIONS
Text Field Serial Number Custom Script 2D Codes
Test Options
Note: User Port only
page 3-60
visible with User page 3-56 page 3-56
Clock Offsets Shift Codes
Reset HARDWARE
Port fitted. Backlash
Ink SERVICE JET OPTIONS
Count DEFAULT PRINT OFFSET
Details Manual Sequence Sequence Fast
Mode To Off Shutdown CLOCK INSERTS
Duo Models
Only Region Forward Reverse
INK SYSTEM Offset Offset Offset
MANUAL MODE Date Time Shift Code
Service Key Change View View
Required Ink TCN’s Notes Flush
Printer page 3-60
CLOCK INSERTS
SVGA Month Day Alpha
Printer Only Names Names Hours

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SCREEN DESCRIPTIONS
The following descriptions are shown using the standard screen, however the
layout and functions are the same unless otherwise stated.
As shown on the menu maps on the previous pages, settings in the Message
Editor and Print Parameters (unless otherwise stated) are saved with the
individual messages. To alter the (default) settings for the printer, use the
Print Setup menu. The Print Setup menu affects all messages.

HOME SCREEN
When the Home key is pressed, the printer
will display the home screen. The home
screen is configurable, refer to Machine
Setup area of the printer.
The screen also appears at Start-up.
In this example, the printer is waiting to
print a message called BBE which is
contained in the message store. This may
also read: "Waiting to print: Message from Editor" when a message has been
put online from within the Message Editor, "Waiting to print: Message from
Ext Source" when a message has been sent from an external source or "<User
Port Control>" when the messages are being sent via the user port.
When the printer recieves a print signal, and the message monitor is enabled,
an example of the message will display rather than just the message name.
With this screen displayed the "Send to Print" button acts to disable and enable
the printing.

MESSAGE EDITOR
Note:This area is configurable, therefore some
buttons may not appear. These are set in the
Machine Setup area, see page 3-60.
Access to Message Editor can be controlled
by password (see page 3-49).
The Message Editor is used to build or
modify the message content, all settings are
saved with the message.
Enter text using the keyboard. Beneath the text is a graphic showing the type
of information highlighted (in this instance it is a text field that is
highlighted). Alongside these graphics are representations of the message
format type (in this instance 14 drop, twin line, high quality 75 micron) and
the direction and orientation of the text (left to right in this example).

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If an entry, such as a serial number, is highlighted, it is possible to press the

select key to display the properties that can be edited for that selection.

A Duo printer has two print regions within

the Editor, these relating to Jet 1 (Upper)
and Jet 2 (Lower). The icon at the base of
the screen indicates which region is active.
Use the keys to move the cursor
between the two regions. A message format
is associated with each region and can have
text entered and configured as described in
the following sections.
In QVGA screens, if a long message is entered into the message editor, it is
possible to jump to the end of the message by using the green alternative
character key and the left scroll key combination ( + ), or jump back
to the beginning by using the left arrow instead of the right ( + ). It is
also possible to jump a screen at a time using the shift and the left or right
scroll key.
Other entries, such as dates (see page 3-15), logos (see page 3-28), etc. can be
included in the message.
If the message has been saved, the name will appear above the message
("BEST BEFORE" in the example above).
The zoom ratio is also displayed (2:1 in this example). Refer to page 3-60 to
set this zoom ratio. This will zoom in or out of the message when viewed in
the message editor screen.

Font Options
It is possible to format the message. This
menu allows access to: Font Height, Bold,
Inter Character Gap and Message Format
Set.
Select the option required from the softkeys
on the left of the screen.
Note:These will affect subsequent entries into the
message editor and not any previous entries.

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Font Height
The print (font) height (number of drops
high) can be changed. This is dependant on
which rasters (message formats) are available
on the printer. Use either the keys
to change, or press the key to show the
list of options available, use the keys
to move to the required setting, then press
select again. Press OK to accept changes and
return to the message editor where the
cursor will now be the required height, or Cancel to return to the previous
screen without accepting changes.
To move the cursor between lines, use the keys. Note that the text
anchors from the top line, therefore the cursor must be on the top line to
move from a smaller font to a larger font within the message.

Bold
The message can be printed in bold. Use
the cursor keys or select key to
set bold on or off.
Bold: Set the bold to be on or off.
Bold Width (Strokes): The number of drops
per stroke can then be set. This means that
instead of 1 line of (vertical) drops, the
printer will print the selected number. A
suggested amount would be 1.
Press OK to accept the changes.

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InterChar Gap
The distance between each character in the
message can be increased or decreased. If set
to on, enter the distance required (gap
count) between characters. Press OK to
accept the changes.

Select Message Format Set

Up to 8 message formats (the message
format set) can be stored locally in the
printer. Any of these can then be selected
for use. The
screen displays the current message format,
the details of this format can be viewed by
selecting the Show Details key.
To change the current message format,
either use the keys to change, or press the select key to show the
list of options available, then use the keys to move to required setting,
then press select again. Depending on the current message format, a prompt
may appear to request current message to be saved.
Reset will reset all the message formats to the last saved (i.e as they were when
the screen was accessed).

Select Message Format Set (Duo)

Duo allows each region to have a configured
message format. Message formats and
parameters can be set in the same way as
described above. Use the keys to
navigate between the upper and lower
region message formats.
Use the OK key to confirm the selection.

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Clock
Allows for the insertion of clock options.
Opens menu for Date related options
Opens menu for Time related options
Opens menu for Clock Offset options.
Opens menu for Shift Code options.

Insert Date Field

Permits date information to be inserted into
the message. The format of the date and
date offset can be set. A list of common date
templates will be initially shown. These
formats can be hidden if not used, this is
done in the Machine Set-up area (see page
3-60).
Properties: Opens the properties menu for the
currently selected date format.
Edit: Opens the edit menu for the currently selected date format.
New: Opens the new date menu to create a new date format.
Date Names: Allows the day and/or month names to be changed from the
defaults for this message.
Properties

Allows the properties for the currently

selected date format to be changed, this will
automatically change to show any offsets
applied.
Offset: Assign one of four (two on A100+)
Properties offsets to the date format.
Language: Change the display language -
English, Arabic or Farsi.
Font: Select the required Font height.
Function Keys:
Delete: Will delete the current date format.

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Edit
Allows the currently highlighted date format
to be edited. An example is shown at the
bottom.
Name: Change the name of the format if
required.
Edit Format: Change the date format. Use the
following codes:

Date Codes:
%A Date (01 to 31) %G Month Name
%B Day of Year (001 to 366) %J Day Name
%C Julian Year (0 to 9) %K Week Number (01 to 53)
%D Year (00 to 99) %L Day Number (1 to 7)
%E Year (1970 to 2038) %P Julian Day (001 to 366)
%F Month (01 to 12)

New

Allows creation of a new date format. An

example is shown at the bottom of the
screen.
Name: Enter required name.
Format: Enter date format - see table above
New for date codes.

Date Names
Allows the day or month names used within
the message to be changed.
Defaults for these are set within the Machine
Set-up menu, which as standard are: Jan,
Feb, Mar, etc. and Mon, Tue, Wed, etc.
Date Day Names: Change the day names for use in
Names
the message
Month Names: Change the month names

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Day Names

Change the day names for use within the

current message.
To change the defaults for the printer, refer
to Default Machine Settings On page 3-65.
Day 1 - Standard default is Mon.
Date
Day 2 - Standard default is Tue, etc.
Names

Day
Names

Month Names

Change the month names for use within the

current message.
To change the defaults for the printer, refer
to Default Machine Settings On page 3-65
Month 1 - Standard default is Jan.
Date
Names
Month 2 - Standard default is Feb, etc.

Month
Names

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Insert Time Field

Permits time information to be inserted into
the message. The format of the time and
offset can be set.
Properties: Opens the properties menu for the
currently selected time format.
Edit: Opens the edit menu for the currently
selected time format.
New: Opens the new time menu to create a
new time format.
Alpha Hours: Allows the alpha hours for the current message to be changed.
Properties
Allows the properties for the currently
selected time format to be changed. An
example is shown at the bottom, this will
automatically change to show any offsets
applied.
Properties
Note:Pressing delete will immediately delete the
selected time format.

Offset: Assign one of four offsets (two on A100+) to the time format.
Language: Change the display language - English, Arabic or Farsi.
Font: Select the required font height.
Edit

Allows the currently highlighted time format

to be edited. An example is shown at the
bottom of the screen.
Name: Change the name of the format if
required.
Edit
Format: Change the time format. Use the
following codes:

Time Codes:
%H Hours (00 to 23) %N Seconds (0 to 59)
%I Quarter Hours (01 to 96) %O Alpha Hours
%M Minutes (0 to 59)

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New

Allows creation of a new time format. An

example is shown at the bottom.
Name: Enter required name.
Format: Enter time format - see above for
time codes.
New

Alpha Hours
Allows the alpha hours to be changed for use
within the current message. Defaults for
these are set within the Service menus,
which as standard are: A, B, C, etc.
To change the defaults for the printer, refer
Alpha
to Default Machine Settings On page 3-65
Hours

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Clock Offsets
Allows offsets to be entered into four (two
on A100+) clocks, derived from the master
clock. These clock offsets can then be used
by the date and time fields.
Highlight required offset and press change to
change the clock offsets for the current
message, see below.
Change

Set the required offset(s) for the current

message. This can be in years, months,
weeks, days, hours or minutes. The month
can also be set to roll forward or back, this
means that if the following month has less
Change days it will either roll forward to the 1st of
the next month or back to the end of the last
month. i.e 31st Jan with 1 month offset
should be 31st Feb, so a forward month roll
will result in 1st March and a back month
roll will result in 28th Feb.
Name: Enter the name required for the
offset. Up to 15 alphanumeric characters.
Year Offset: Enter number of years offset,
0-99.
Month Offset: Enter number of months
offset, 0-36.
Month Roll: Forward, Back.
Week Offset: Enter the number of weeks offset, 0-156.
Day Offset: Enter number of days offset, 0-1098.
Hour Offset: Enter the number of hours offset, 0-69.
Minute Offset: Enter the number of minutes offset, 0-177.
Shift Code
Allows entry of a shift code into a message, it
is also possible to view the details of each
shift using the scroll keys. Shift
codes are set within the Machine Set-up
menu, refer also to page 4-17.
Use the select key to insert a shift code
into the message.
The font size can also be adjusted, this
changes the size of the shift code entered into the message (depends on the
message format selected).

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Special Field
Special Fields, such as text fields, serial
numbers, and logos are inserted via this
menu.
Open menu for Text Field.
Open menu for Serial Numbers.
Opens access to import Custom Scripts
or Barcodes.
Open menu for Logos.
Serial Number
Permits creation of a serial numbering
system and inserts it into the message.
Numbers can be numeric, alpha or
alphanumeric. Either select the required
serial number from the list and press the
Select key to insert into the message.

Function Keys:
Properties: Opens the properties of the highlighted serial
number.
Edit: Edit the highlighted serial number.
New: Create a new serial number.
Counter Control: Up to two serial numbers (one in A100+) can
be inserted into a message, the counter control
enables either of these to be reset to its original
settings.
Properties
Allows the properties of the serial number to
be changed.
Font: Select the required font height for the
serial number.
Properties
Note:Pressing delete will immediately delete the
selected serial number.

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Edit/New
Edit the settings for the selected serial
number. New will create a new serial
number.
Name: Enter the name required for a new
serial number.
Edit or First Limit: Starting value of the serial
New
number sequence
Second Limit: Finish value of the serial
number sequence.
Start Value: Initial starting value. For
example, it may be required to restart a
sequence from a value other than the first
limit.
Leading Zeros: Select to have leading zeros
Step Size: Step size between successive
numbers.
Repeat Count:Number of extra times each
number will be repeated before stepping to
the next value.
Language: Select English, Arabic or Farsi if a different
character language is required.
Advanced
Enables alphanumeric serial numbering to
be created. Alpha stepping will be reversed
if the first limit is beyond the second limit.
Two serial numbers can also be linked for
batch numbering.
Edit or
New Alpha: Select None/prefix/suffix/base (this
elects to have the alpha section as a prefix,
Advanced suffix or if base, the serial number will be
alpha only.
Batch Linked: For sequential numbering to
be carried across into a second serial number
sequence.
Precedence: Select Numeric/Alpha to select
which part of the number will be the least
significant part, i.e which part will
increment/decrement first.
First Limit: Enter alpha characters in a range
a-ZZ as starting value of sequence.
Second Limit: Enter alpha characters in range a-ZZ as finishing value of
sequence.
Lower Character: Enter alpha character in range a-Z as lower limit on least
significant character.
Upper Character: Enter alpha character in range a-Z as upper
limit on least significant character.
Start Value: Enter alpha characters in range a-ZZ.

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Custom Scripts
Custom scripts are special custom clocks and
serial numbers which are not available in the
printer. These are created externally and can
be imported via a USB memory device into
a message (please contact local Domino
office for details of creating custom scripts).
To import scripts, refer to page 3-68, note
that custom scripts must be contained within
the following folder structure on the USB
device: usb_updates\user\data\scripts.
Once imported, available scripts are
displayed, as shown. Beneath the list is a
decription and the graphic representation of
the highlighted script. Select the required
script and press Select to insert into the
message.
Note: A graphic representation of the script is shown in the message, rather than
the actual information as this can contain variable information, see screen -
in this example this is Days From.

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Barcodes
With no barcodes created, this screen will
only display the New softkey. Use this to
create a new barcode.

When barcodes have been created and saved,

a list of these is displayed. To enter an
existing barcode, highlight the required
barcode and press the Select key to insert
into message.

Select New to create a new barcode. Enter

the required name and then select the type
of barcode from the list.
Enter the required data in the Data field
according to the barcode criteria. These are
the components used to build the barcode.

Barcode information:
UPC A = numeric only, 12 digit chars max (1 digit number system, 5 digit
manufacturer code, 5 digit product code and 1 check digit).
UPC E = numeric only, is an 11 digit UPC A code that is compressed into a
6 digit UPC E code (a compressed version of UPC A, note that not all UPC
A codes can be compressed).
Code 39 = alphanumeric, can encode the 26 uppercase letterset (A to Z), the
numeric set (0 to 9) and 7 special characters (space $ - . / + %) may also
contain a check digit, but has no restriction on length.
Code 93 = alphanumeric, can encode the 26 uppercase letterset (A to Z), the
numeric set (0 to 9) and 7 special characters (space $ - . / + %), contains 2
check digits but has no restriction on length. Uses additional unique circle
codes ($), (%), (/) and (+) to encode the full ASCII set.
Code 128 = alphanumeric, can encode the full ASCII set Code sets A and B
and compresses double numeric digits Code set C, has no restriction on
length.
EAN 128 = As Code 128, except that after the start code there will be a
FUNC1 code, also () are not included in the coding.
EAN 13 = 13 numeric digits - 12 user specified and 1 check digit.
EAN 8 = 8 numeric digits - 7 user specified and 1 check digit.
2/5 Industrial = numeric only, has no restriction on length.
2/5 Interleaved = numeric only, has no restriction on length.
2/5 Standard = numeric only, has no restriction on length.

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2/5 Interleaved Bars = numeric only, has no restriction on length but has
bearer bars (one above and one below the barcode).
ITF 14 = 14 numeric digits using Interleaved Code 25 symbology
Note: For variable length barcode symbologies, the A-Series Plus printer has a
limit of 64 characters.
If applicable, use Special Fields to insert a
date, time or serial number field within the
barcode.

For certain barcode types, i.e. EAN 128, a

scroll list containing the character sets will be
displayed as well as the Insert ASCII softkey.
This allows access to enter the ASCII code
for non-printable characters.
A character will appear in the barcode data
field to show the subset that is being used,
e.g. <A>.

Insert the ASCII value required (0 to 127).

For advanced settings, use the Advanvced

softkey, this allows settings such as Human
Readable Code (HRC), Padding, Module
Width, etc. to be set.
HRC is the data that is contained within the
barcode, it is the actual information that will
be printed.
Padding enters 0’s to the left of the barcode
data in cases where specific amounts of data
are needed.
The Check Digit is automatically calculated,
if enabled, and returns a value that is used to
ensure that the data has been scanned and
read correctly (note that some barcodes can
have more than one check digit).
The Module Width is the size of the smallest
element.
The Wide Ratio is the ratio of the wide to
narrow elements widths.
The Space Ratio is the ratio of the space to
the bars.

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Linked Field It is also possible to insert the

barcode data contained within a barcode
into the message
The Linked Field softkey will only display
when at least one barcode is inserted into the
message.
If more than one barcode is inserted into the
message, use the keys to select the
barcode whose information is required. The
barcodes are identified (numbered) based on
the order in which they were inserted into
the message.
2D Codes
With no 2D Codes created, this screen will
only display the New softkey. Use this to
create a new 2D Code.

When 2D Codes have been created and

saved, a list of these is displayed. To enter an
existing 2D Code, highlight the one
required and press the Select key to
insert into message.

Select New to create a new 2D Code. Enter

the required name.
Enter the required data in the Data field
according to the 2D Code criteria. These
are the components used to build the 2D
Code.

2D Code information:
Data Matrix
ECC 200 = ASCII values 0 to 255 (extended ASCII 128 to 255). 1-64
characters (excluding check digits). Reed-Solomon check digit algorithm
(error correction).
Twenty-four square symbols with even number of rows and columns in sizes
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side), 32x32 (steps of 4 modules per side). Six rectangular symbol size versions
(not including quiet zones): 8x18 and 12x26 modules (1 data region), 8x32
and 12x36 modules (2 data regions) and 16x36 and 16x48 modules (2 data
regions).
QR Code
Square two-dimensional machine readable codes. Model 1 or 2. Error
correction level L, M, H or Q. Dimensions are 21x21, 25x25 or 29x29.
Payload (1-64): Any character in the range 0x000 - 0xFFFF: Characters in the
range 0xNN40 - 0xNNFC, where NN=0x81 - 0x9F or 0xE0 - 0xEA and
characters of the form 0xEBNN where NN= 0x00 - 0xBF, will be encoded
as Kanji (Shift JIS System).

Notes: (1) A-Series PLUS printers can currently print 10x10, 12x12, 14x14,
16x16, 18x18, 20x20, 22x22, 24x24, 26x26, 32x32, 8x18,
8x32, 12x26, 12x36, 16x36, and 16x48 data matrix symbols. The
amount of data that can be contained within a data matrix symbol is
dependant on the data matrix size.
(2) A-Series Plus applies a limit of 64 characters to unrestricted codes.
If applicable, use Special Fields to insert a
date, time or serial number field or to insert
ASCII characters within the 2D Code.

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Logo
Initially, when no logos are saved, this screen
will be empty and only display the New key.
If there are logos saved in the store, a list of
these saved logos is displayed, and further
options are available. An example of the logo
is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Edit: Select the required logo and press
to open it in the logo editor.
New: Create a new logo.
Delete: Delete the highlighted logo.

Edit

This will open the selected logo in the logo

editor. Once edited, the logo can either be
saved over the existing logo or saved as a new
Edit
logo.
Dot Cont.: Turn on the pen continuously
(while using the cursor keys to move)
Save As: Saves the logo as a new name.
Save: Save the changes made to the logo.

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New

Select the required width and height of the

logo area in pixels.

Width: Select the width required for the

logo.
New
Height: Select the height required for the
logo.

Logo Editor

A grid of the size specified is displayed. The

cursor can be moved around the grid, the
select key can then be used to insert a dot in
the required locations.
Beneath the grid is a key showing the zoom
New
ratio, dot continuous and the grid references.
Logo
Editor
Cancel: Returns to previous screen without
saving.
Dot Cont: Instead of using the select key to insert a dot, this switches on the
dot (pen) continuously, therefore moving the cursor around the grid will
create a line of dots.
Save/Save As: Save and name the logo.
Note: See below for SVGA logo editor.

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Logo Editor (SVGA)

There are more functions for the

SVGA Logo Editor, please refer to the
Operation section page 4-23, for
details on creating a logo.

New

Logo
Editor

Text Field
Permits the insertion of a blank (open) area
into the message. This allows other
information - for example pre-printed - to
show through the clear area. It is also
possible to include information from an
external source, for example a check weigh
machine, into the text field area.

Text Field Length: Enter the length of the required blank area in number of
characters.
Drop Height: Select the required height of the text field - this will vary
depending on the print formats loaded into the printer.

Save Current Message

Once the message has been created, it is
possible to save it to the message store for
future use. Enter the name required and
press the Save key. For Duo printers a
message preview exists on the same current
message screen.

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Clear Message
It is possible to clear the current message by
pressing the Save/Clear Message key. This
will then return to the previous (Message
Editor) screen with a blank message.
If the message currently in the Message
Editor is already saved then pressing the
key will clear the message.

For Duo printers there are two behaviours when pressing the key:
(1) If changes have been made to the message, pressing the Save/Clear key
opens the Save Current Message screen where the whole message or the
selected region (Duo printers) can be cleared. Make the region to be
cleared active by placing the cursor within it.
(2) If no changes have been made to the message, pressing the Save/Clear
key clears both upper and lower regions. Clearing an individual region
can only be done if changes have been made to the message.

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PRINT PARAMETERS
Where the Message Editor is used to create
the content of the message, the Print
Parameters are used to control how the
message is printed. As with the Message
Editor, the Print Parameter settings are saved
with the message (except the Print Height /
Width and Machine Print Settings). These
settings are over and above the defaults set
within the Service area of the printer that
affect all messages.
Open menu for Print Offset.
Open menu for Print Height and Width.
Opens menu for Orientation
Opens the Machine Print Settings (see page 3-64).
These are described in more detail as follows:

Print Offset
The forward and reverse offsets can be set (Reverse offset is shown here), this
inserts an offset between the normal start of print position and the required
print position. The reverse offset is mostly used when traversing the print
head.
or
Increment or decrement the required offset
and press OK to accept.

Print Delay
It is also possible to change the print delay within this menu. This is the
distance between the product sensor and the print head. Refer to page 3-64
for details on setting the print delay.
Note: This is a global setting and will affect all printed messages.

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Print Width/Height
The print width and height can be set, select the required button at the side to
open a screen similar to the one shown below. The print width will only be
affected if using an internal stroke rate.
Note: Print height and width are machine settings and are not saved with
individual messages.
Access the Print Height
Access the Print Width

Print Height
Use the increment or decrement buttons to
alter the height as a percentage of the full
height. Press OK to accept.
Note:The print height settings are not saved with
the message.

Print Width
Use the increment or decrement buttons to
alter the print width, measured in stroke
rates.
Notes:(1)This will only be effective when using an
internally generated stroke rate.
(2)The print width settings are not saved with the
message.

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Counter Control
Each message can contain up to 2 serial
numbers, either of these can be reset back to
the original settings using the counter
control. The first serial number in the
message will relate to counter 1 and the
second will relate to counter 2.
If a User Port is fitted, it is also possible to
control the serial number externally using
this. Therefore this screen allows the Internal
Updates to be Enabled (so the serial number
is controlled by the printer) or Disabled (so the
serial number is controlled via the User Port).
Internal Updates:
Counter 1: Switch control of counter 1 (first serial number in the message)to
the user port (when set to Disabled).
Counter 2: Switch control of counter 2 (second serial number in the
message)to the user port (when set to Disabled).
Reset:
Counter 1: Reset the first serial number in the message.
Counter 2: Reset the second serial number in the message.
Message Orientation
It is possible to set the orientation of the
message so that it prints either in reverse
and/or inverted, it is also possible to print in
inverse video. Select the required option.
Note:Reverse and Invert apply to the whole
message. If using Inverse Video, this will only
apply to the subsequent input of text, etc.

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Reverse Printing
Select the reverse printing orientation for
the current message. This can be useful
when using a traverser.
Reverse
Select from Counted, Continuous, Printer
Setting or Flip. If selecting Counted or
Continuous, another screen will display
prompting the required settings to be
entered (see below). Refer also to page 4-11
for setting this function.
Printer Setting - This will use the default printer setting (effectively this is off),
Flip - This will use the opposite of the default printer setting (effectively on),
Continuous/Counted - See below:
Reverse (Counted)
When the repeat print function is set to
continuous, setting Reverse Counted will
apply and suspend the reverse option while
Reverse
the product detect signal is active. Or, with
repeat print set to counted, it will apply and
suspend until the number of repeats is
complete (or until the product detect signal
is inactive if Use print go to end? is set to Yes.)
Count: Enter number of times to print in each orientation.
Initial: Select required initial orientation.

Reverse (Continuous)
Allows reverse print to be set. With a count
of 2 (with no repeat printing set), for the
first 2 product detect signals it will print in
Reverse
the orientation set in Initial State and will
then print in the opposite orientation for 2
product detect signals.
If repeat printing is set, the reverse setting
will continue for the repeat.
Count: Enter number of prints to be in reverse/normal. This uses the product
detect signal as the counter.
Initial State: Enter the initial orientation.

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Invert Printing
Select the invert printing orientation for the
current message. This can be useful when
using a traverser.
Invert
Select from Counted, Continuous, Printer
Setting or Flip. If selecting Counted or
Continuous, another screen will display
prompting the required settings to be
entered (see below). Refer also to page 4-11
for setting this function.
Printer Setting - This will use the default printer setting (effectively this is off),
Flip - This will use the opposite of the default printer setting (Effectively on),
Continuous/Counted - See below:
Invert (Counted)

When the repeat print function is set to

Invert
continuous, setting Invert Counted will apply
and suspend the invert option while the
product detect signal is active. Or, with
repeat print set to counted, it will apply and
suspend until the number of repeats is
complete (or until the product detect signal
is inactive if Use print go to End? is set to Yes.)
Count: Enter number of times to print in each orientation.
Initial: Select required initial orientation.
Invert (Continuous)
Allows invert printing to be set. With a
count of 2 (with no repeat printing set), for
the first 2 product detect signals it will print
Invert
in the orientation set in Initial State and will
then print in the opposite orientation for 2
product detect signals.
If repeat printing is set, the invert setting will
continue for the duration of the repeat.
Count: Enter number of prints to be in invert/normal. This uses the product
detect signal as the counter.
Initial State: Enter the initial orientation.

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Inverse Video

Allows a message to be printed in inverse

video (e.g. white text on a black
background). When changed to On the
Inverse
Video
next entry in the message editor will be in
inverse video.
Inverse Video: On, Off.

Example:
The text "Inverse Video" in this example is
shown in inverse video.
Note:This does not apply to the whole message,
just for the subsequent entries.

Repeat Printing
Select the Repeat for the current message.
Select from Counted, Continuous or Off. If
Repeat
selecting Counted or Continuous, another
screen will display prompting the required
settings to be entered (see below).
Dynamic Pitch - This allows the user to alter
the pitch of the message (distance from the
start of one message to the start of the next)
dynamically.

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Repeat Counted

This enables the current message to be

printed for a specified number of extra times
Repeat
whilst the print go signal is active (if Use print
go to end is set to Yes), this is in addition to
the initial print, i.e if a count of 5 is entered,
6 prints will occur.
Repeat Count: Enter the number of times to
repeat the current message.
Repeat Pitch - This is the distance between
the start of one message and the start of the
next, measured in strokes.
Update Each Print? - This will update variable information (such as serial
numbers and clocks) with each print.
Use print Go to End? - Use the print go signal to end the repeat printing, it is
advisable to set this to Yes.
Repeat Continuous

This enables the current message to

continuously print whilst the print go signal
is active.
Repeat
Repeat Pitch - This is the distance from the
start of one message and the start of the next,
measured in strokes.
Update Each Print? - This will update variable
information (such as serial numbers and
clocks) with each print.

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Dynamic Repeat Pitch

This allows the user to alter the repeat pitch

of the currently selected message. This
Repeat
enables the user to adjust whilst the message
Dynamic
is printing - to enable the user to view the
Pitch
Control gap real time (note the ! indicator adjacent to
the adjustment area). It is possible to type in
the pitch using the keyboard, but this will
then only be activated when the OK key is
pressed.
Dynamic Pitch - Use the <> keys to increment or decrement the pitch
Original Pitch - This is a datum that can be used if the user should wish to set
the repeat pitch back to the original setting.

Machine Print Settings

This gives access to the default machine
print settings, please refer to page 3-64 for
details of this area.

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MESSAGE STORE
Messages created in the Message Editor can
be saved, they will be saved to the message
store.
A list of all the messages currently saved in
the message store is displayed. Use the
cursor keys to scroll through the list, press
the Send to Print key to select the
highlighted message as active and set it
online. If Message Store Previews is activated, an example of the highlighted
message is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Note: For Duo printers, if the message has been imported from a single jet
printer a prompt will appear asking which region (upper or lower) the
message is to be imported into.
Note: Within Machine Setup (see page 3-61) it is possible to enable or disable
the message preview. If disabled, this allows more of the messages to show
on the list.

Message Details
Displays the details of the highlighted
message. An example of the message is
displayed at the top.
Message - Name of the selected message
Slot ID - Allocated Slot number to each
message. Refer to page 4-19.
Message Format - This is the message format
used for the printer. For Duo printers the
format in each region (if used) will be
displayed.
Current Store - Name of the currently loaded
message store.
The screens also details if the following have
been set for the message:

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Message Invert, Message Reverse, Machine

Invert, Machine Reverse, Message Repeat,
Forward Offset and Reverse Offset.
This shows at a glance if any of these settings
have been enabled for this message.

Message Store Manager

Details the message store. An example of the
highlighted message is also displayed and it is
possible to delete this message from the store.
Note:It is advisable not to delete an active
(printing) message. To delete an active message it
should be taken offline first.

Delete Message: Deletes the currently

highlighted message from the store.
Store Manager: Opens details of the message store and enables it to be deleted.
Import/Export: Allows individual or groups of messages to be imported or
exported via a USB memory device.
User Port: This is only visable with a User Port fitted. This allows valid
messages to be made available for message selection via the user port.
Store Manager
Displays a list of all the message stores. A
new store can be created via this screen.
New: Allows a new message store to be
created.
Edit Store: Allows the highlighted store to be
renamed, deleted or cleared (emptied).
Convert Msg Store: Converts the messages in
the active store to the current nozzle type.
Storage Details: Shows the space remaining on the compact flash card.

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Import/Export
Allows individual or groups of messages to
be imported or exported via a USB memory
device.
Import/
Export If no folders are available on the USB device,
the only option available will be Folder
Options that provides access to create a
folder. Otherwise a list of available folders
will be shown that messages can be exported
to or imported from.
Refer to page 4-14 for details.

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User Port
This option is only available when the
printer is fitted with a User Port.
Change Slot: This allows a specific message to
User
Port be allocated to a specific slot, when using the
user port to select messages.
Put Messages On Line: Selects all valid
(compatible with current print formats)
messages online, meaning that they are then
available for printing via the user port.
Take Messages Off Line: Takes all the messages
off line.

Save Message
This enables the message currently in the
Message Editor to be named and saved.

Search
Search the message store. Enter all or part of
the message name and press Search.
Found shows each message in the store that
matches the search criteria, keep pressing
Search until the required message is found,
then press Select to open the message in the
Message Editor.

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MACHINE SETUP
Some areas of the machine setup can be password controlled. All servicing,
setup and configuration activities are performed via the machine setup area.
Access to changing the reservoir,
machine data and statistics.
Access to all aspects of machine
servicing.
Controls the look of the menu screens,
etc.
Access to back-up and restore options
and upgrades.

Production Data
Provides access to changing the reservoir,
fluids information, production statistics and
service interval information.

Change Reservoir
Permits entry of the reservoir quality code
when a new reservoir needs to be fitted.
Change
Only the code from the new reservoir will
Reservoir be accepted. If the wrong code is entered a
prompt will appear to re-enter the correct
code.
Function key options:
Submit Code: Enter the correct quality code,
then press Submit Code to accept.
Fluids Information
Displays fluids information, such as the ink/
make-up cartridge and reservoir numbers,
Fluids
ink life and remaining ink life.
Info

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Statistics
Displays the current production statistics,
such as number of products detected, the
current message name, jet run hours and the
printer run hours. It is also possible to reset
Statistics
the Resettable Counter - this shows the
number of product detected in the current
session.
Function Keys:
Reset Count: Reset the resettable counter.
View Logs: View all the current log files.
Ink Log: This option is only available when the Service Key is fitted (notice
the Service Key icon in the top right of the screen). It will show the details of
the ink and ink logs.
Reset Counter
Two counters are available. Counter 1 is
resettable and counter 2 can be configured to
be either resettable or to record the count
since power up.
Statistics Function Keys:
Reset: Resets to zero the resettable counter
Counter
Options
selected.

Note: In this example both counters are configured as resettable and therefore can
be selected to be reset to zero.
Counter 2 can be configured to either
Configure
Counter 2 Resettable or Since Power Up.
Function Keys:
Configure Counter 2: Select between the two
count options and press OK.

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Service Interval
This is an information screen and displays
the days to next service. It also shows
whether the service alerts are enabled or
Service
Interval disabled.
The following options are only visible if a
service key is fitted to the printer (notice the
Service Key icon in the top right of the
screen).
Enable/Disable: Enable or disable the service alerts. If enabled, the printer will
alert the user when the next service is due.
Reset Service Interval: Reset the service interval after a service has been
performed on the printer.

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Service
General system information is displayed in
this screen and access to Service menus.
Install Options: Allows options to be
installed, such as airdryer, Peltier.
System Config: Displays the current printer
configuration, such as modulation
frequency, nozzle size, etc. and provides
access to further configuration screens and
the security menu.
Diagnostics: Provides access to test routines, wizards and service jet options.
Adjustment: Displays current operational setting for the printer, such as
Modulation set point, pressure set point, head temperature, etc. and allows
access to further screens to alter such settings.
Install Option
Details of the hardware options fitted to the
printer are displayed.
Peltier: This is to show if a Peltier is fitted or
Install
Options not. It will then be displayed in relevant
configuration reports.
Airdryer: This option is only available when
the Service Key is fitted. It is used to install
or remove an airdryer.
System Configuration
This menu area provides details of the
printer configuration and access to specific
configuration such as software and security
System
Config access.
Software Config: Provides access to message
formats, software details and start-up update
options.
Security Access: Change passwords and
password details.
External I/F: Details of product detectors and shaft encoder information
Hardware: This option is only available when the Service Key is fitted. Details
of the printer hardware, such as pump types, print head variant, nozzle size,
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Software Configuration

The current message format is displayed

along with the other message formats loaded
onto the printer.
System
Config Message Format: Allows message formats to
be changed.
Software
Config
Printer Version: Shows details of the hardware
and software.
Start-up Update Options: Allows access to
software and start-up updates areas.
Advanced: Provides access to the advanced
settings such as auto message convert.

Message Format

This screen allows the current message

format to be swapped for any of the eight
System stored message formats. It also allows access
Config
to the Swap Formats area to swap any of the
Software eight message formats for one of the other
Config
available formats on the printer. Press Swap
Message
Format
Formats, the following screen will display
showing all the available message formats,
select the one required and press OK.
Note: Printer needs to be restarted in order for changes to take effect.
Swap Formats

Select the format to swap from the list, press

Swap to select the new format. Show Details
System will show details of the highlighted message
Config
format.
Software
Config
Reset will return all the formats to those
previously saved
Message
Format

Swap
Formats

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Swap

This is a list of all the message formats on the

printer, any of these formats can be selected
as one of the 8 (switchable) stored message
System
Config
formats. Select the required format from the
list, note that "------" is also an option and
Software
Config this will leave the format blank, press OK to
accept this format. Show Details will display
Message
Format the details of the highlighted message
format.
Swap
Formats

Swap

Security Access

Note:Only Administrators have access to the

security screens when the security is on.
System With the security access off, the screen
Config
displays as shown to the left. A list of the
Security current users is displayed. Pressing Admin
Access
then allows the security settings to be
viewed.
Function Keys:
Admin: Allows the security access to be
turned on and the password/username
criteria.
With the security set to on via the Admin
screen (see below), the screen will change to
show further security options as shown.
Function Keys:
Change Password: Allows the password of the
selected user to be changed.
New User: Allows a new user to be created
and their access rights to be set.
Change Permissions: Change the access rights of the selected user.

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Admin

Allows the security to be enabled.

These screens also display the password
criteria for the users. Press Change to change
System
Config these settings:
Security
Security Mode: Turn On/Off the security,
Access
will then allow access to create new users.
Admin
Inactivity (Mins): Length of time with no user
interaction before the printer will lock -
users will need to log in again.
Expiry (Days): number of days that a user’s
password will be valid - after this time the
user must change the password.
Min Password size: Minimum number of
characters in the password.
Login Attempts: Number of times a user can
attempt to login (without success). Once
reached, this user will become dormant and
an administrator will have to reset the status.
Min U Case: Minimum number of uppercase
characters required in the password.
Min L Case: Minimum number of lowercase
characters required in the password.
Min Digits: Minimum number of digits
(numeric) required in the password.
Max Rep Chars: Maximum number of repeats of one character allowed in the
password.
Max ID Chars in Pwd: Maximum number of characters that can be used in the
password that are also used in the username.
Pwd Changes: Number of different passwords to use before a previous
password can be used again.
Min Special Chars: Minimum number of special characters in the password.
Special Chars: Use keyboard to define which special characters to use.

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New User/Change Permissions

To set a new user or change a current user’s

permissions you must be logged in as an
administrator.
System User ID: Either the selected user ID will be
Config
shown or, for a new user, enter the required
Security username.
Access
Current Password: Enter required password for
New User
new user.
User Type: Select either User or
Administrator.
Note:Administrator has access to all areas,
therefore the following options do not display.
Select Messages: Allows user to access and
change the printed message.
Edit Messages: Allows the user to edit and
create messages.
Alert Handling: Allows the user to
acknowledge alerts.
Back-up Allows the user to perform back-ups
or restores.
Change Config: Allows access to change the
printer configuration.
Access Service: Allows the user to access the
service areas of the printer.
Print Set-up: Allows the user access to change
Print Parameters.
Rst Prod Count: Allows the user to reset the
product counter.
Diags Handling: For future release of
software.

This screen shows the Change Permissions

Screen, note that Current Password is not
displayed as the password is not being
changed.
The Current Status of the user is displayed.
System
Config To change the status of the user, press Change
Status the user can be active or dormant.
Security
Access

Change
Permissions

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Change Password

Changes the password for the selected user.

Enter the current password. Then enter and
repeat the new password.
System
Config

Security
Access

Change
Password

External Interface

Displays details of the product detect and

shaft encoder settings and provides access to
change these settings.
System
Config User Port: This option will only be displayed
if a user port is fitted to the printer. This
External
I/F enables the user port to be set. The user port
can be used to externally select messages, set
the reverse or invert for a message. It can also
be used to update serial number information
and print interrupts.
Product Detect: Change the product detect settings.
Encoder: Change the shaft encoder settings
Advanced I/F: This option is only available when the Service Key is fitted to
the printer. This allows compensation to be added for variations in the line
speed. Although still applied, it is only really effective when used with a shaft
encoder.

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User Port

This option is only available with a user port

fitted. This allows the User Port settings to
be defined. It is possible to select the type of
System
Config
input signal (Message Select, Invert or
Reverse).
External
I/F Enable/Disable: This allows the user port to
be enabled or disabled, if set to disable, the
User
Port printer will effectively ignore the user port.
Setup: Allows access to the following screens
to set-up the user port:

Setup
Input: Select the action for the input signal,
message select, Invert message or reverse
message.
Pin/Pins: For Invert/Reverse, select the pin
required for the signal to be received. For
Message Select, this refers to a range of pins
that relates to 1 of 255 slots for messages
available to print, see page 3-43.
Interrupts: A selection of interupts can be set
to control the printer in the event of a high/
low signal received. This includes external
serial number increment and reset.
Persist (us): The signal on PL1 pins 2, 3, 4
and 5 may have persistance set, this is the
length of time that the signal needs to be
active before the signal is recognised as valid.
Outputs: A selection of output signals can be
sent from the printer to an external device,
including serial number rollover.
Active State: Sets the active state of the signal.

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Product Detect

This allows the product detect settings to be

defined. If using a product sensor, set to
External.
System
Config Source: Select whether using an internal or
external signal.
External
I/F
Active Level: Select which edge to trigger on,
Product either High or Low.
Detect
Current Level: Shows the current level of the
signal.
Encoder

This allows the encoder settings to be

defined. If using a shaft encoder, set to
external - further options will be displayed
System
Config
(as shown).
Stroke Source: Select whether using an
External
I/F internal or external stroke source.
Encoder
Divide By: Divide the incoming stroke rate
by this factor to adjust the print width.
Mulitply by: Multiply the incoming stroke
rate by this factor to adjust the print width.
Encoder Pulse Count: This displays current
encoder pulse count, (adjusting the Multiply
by or Divide by will affect this).
Backlash: Enables backlash compensation.
When set to On, the direction can then be
set (default is off)
Note:To use the backlash compensation a
quadrature encoder must be used, see page 9-23)
Direction: Depending on the position (and
rotation) of the shaft encoder, set to forward
or backward. (Printing only occurs in the
Forward direction)

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Advanced I/F (Service Key only)

Provides access to advanced printer settings,

such as Flight Time, Persistance and Product
Queuing.

Hardware (Service Key Only)

This area is only available when the Service
Key is fitted.
System Displays details of the printer hardware, such
Config
as pump, print head, nozzle, etc. It also
Hardware
provides access to change settings associated
with these components.

Ink Details: Provides detailed information of

the ink and access to changing the ink type
and any TCN’s or notes associated with the
current ink type.

Diagnostics
Provides a list of available self-test options,
either select from the list and press Run Test,
or select Wizards or Jet Options for access to
Diagnostics the following menus:

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Wizards

Provides access to the Print Set-up wizard.

Install On/Off: Disable/Enable the
installation wizard to appear on start up.
Diagnostics
This will allow the Print Set-up, Installation
and/or Initial printer set-up wizards to then be
Wizards
run.

Jet Options
It is possible to switch the jet only on in this
screen. It is also possible to skip the flush
routine the next time the jet is turned off/
Diagnostics
On. This can be useful when adjusting the
jet.
Jet Options
Also provides access to a manual mode when
the service key is fitted.

Sequence To: Turn on the jet to the level set in Sequence To.
Sequence Off: Turn off the jet. When using Sequence Off make sure the Skip
next flush is set to No.
Note: Blockages in the system can occur if a flush cycle is missed during a
Sequence Off.
Fast Shutdown (Emergency Only): Immediately performs a shutdown to a power
on state.
Manual Mode: Only available with the Service Key fitted, provides access to
advanced printer settings, allowing valves and pump speeds, etc. to be set
manually for fault finding and testing.

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Adjustment
Displays ink system and print head settings
and provides access to Modulation and
Pressure screens to alter these settings.
Adjustment External I/F provides access to Shaft encoder
and product sensor settings. An Advanced
screen is also available with the service key
fitted, this allows more options to be
adjusted (such as Charge level).
Note: For Duo printers both the gutter and main
ink system pump speeds are shown.

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Modulation

Allows modulation settings to be changed:

Mod’n Mode: Set to Auto Set or Fixed.
Mod’n Level: Displays the actual modulation
Adjustment value.
Mod’n Setpoint: This is the target
Modulation modulation. If automatic modulation is set,
this will only be used if the printer cannot
achieve a satisfactory modulation point
when it will revert (fallback) to this value.
For Duo printers the modulation level can be individually set for each jet. Use
the up and down keys to navigate to the specific jet and jet modulation
parameter you wish to set.
Function Keys:
Reset: Will perform an auto modulation routine to reset the modulation.
Print Once: Will print the current message once.
Print Continuous: Allows the online message to be printed at the rate set
within the screen.

Pressure
Allows pressure settings to be changed:
Note: For Duo printers the pressure is common to
both Jets.
Adjustment
Press. Setpnt: Set the pressure to the required
Pressure
level. The printer will try and achieve this
(target) pressure.
Pump Speed: Displays the pump speed.
Actual Pressure: Displays the actual pressure.
Original Setpoint: This is for information and
is a datum if needing to reset back.
Function Keys (as Modulation above, except Reset Pressure will reset to the
Original Setpoint).
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Advanced (Service Key Only)

This option is only available with the service

key fitted.
This allows various printer settings to be
Adjustment
adjusted:
Advanced
Current Charge Level: Enter the required
charge voltage
Original Charge Level: This is a datum point
in case the charge level needs to be reverted
to the original value.
Conduit Compensation: 1-8. When using
longer conduits, the compensation needs to
be adjusted accordingly to compensate the
signal response from the print head. This
only applies when changing the length of
the conduit.
Heater State: Enable, Disable or always off.
Target Temp: Enter the temperature for the print head to achieve.
Head Temp: This is the actual print head temperature.

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Configuration
Provides access to configuration settings:
User Config: Access to configure the look of
the printer - access to turn on or off various
functions so they do not appear in the
message editor, enable the message monitor,
configure the home screen and configure
alerts.

Regional Settings: Access to Master Clock, Currency and Prompt Language.

Machine Print Settings: Change the defaults for machine print settings.
Comms: Set Ethernet Port, Serial Port, email alerts and Web server.
User Configuration
Enable or disable functions to appear in the
message editor, enable the message monitor,
configure the home screen and configure
User Config
alerts.

Editor View

Access to zoom factor for the message (in

Message Editor View) and touchscreen
control and calibration, and to enable/
User Config disable; clock functions, special field
functions and logos.
Editor View
Enables the zoom factor of the
message in the message editor to be changed.
Enable or disable the clock (date and
time) options. It is also possible to hide specific formats from within the clock
options. For example, if Julian Day is never used, it can be hidden from the
list of options available in the message editor.
Enable or disable the custom options such as serial numbers. As with
the clock option, specific formats can be hidden.
Enable or disable the Logo option.

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Message Views

Access to enable or disable the message

monitor and also to enable or disable the
message store preview.
User
Config Message Monitor: Turn on or off the message
monitor, this displays the current message in
Message
Views the home screen, it automatically updates
with variable information. This shows what
was printed the last time a print trigger
occurred.
Message Preview: Within the message store,
will show a preview of the highlighted
message.
Home Screen
Configure the look of the home screen:
Printer Serial Number: Change the serial
number of the printer.
User
Config
Contact Details: Up to 3 lines of text can be
Home entered here, for example contact name and
Screen
phone number for the printer.
Model Image: Change the printer model
image that appears on the home screen (in
this example A200+).
Configure Alerts

With the service key, certain alerts can have

their severity configured. A list of these
alerts is displayed. With a service key fitted,
User
Config select the required alert and press Change to
open the Change Alert Config screen.
Configure
Alerts

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Regional Settings
Allows access to set the Master Clock,
Currency, Prompt Language and setting of the
OSK (On Screen Keyboard) (OSK only
Regional
Settings available in SVGA).
Function Keys:
Master Clock: Set the master clock for the
printer.
Currency: Set the major and minor currency
units. These will be entered into the
message when pressing the keys.
Prompt Language: Select the language
required for the printer.
Keyboard Options: Access to the Input
Method Editor (IME) set-up - this allows
the IME to be set (for Simplified Chinese,
Japanese, Korean and Traditional Chinese).
Also provides access to the OSK set-up in
SVGA printers, allowing the keyboard
language to be changed.
Master Clock

Set the master clock for the printer. Be

aware that this will affect any clock offsets.
Function Keys:
Regional
Settings
Date Format: The date format can be
Master changed, e.g. dd/mm/yy.
Clock

Note:The date format will also be changed for any

items that use a date stamp, such as log viewers,
alerts and web server.
Currency
Set the major (notes) and minor (coins)
currency units.
Refer to page 2-36 for Unicode character
Regional
Settings entry.
Currency

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Prompt Language

Allows the prompt (display) language to be

changed for the printer. Select the required
language from the list and press OK.
Regional
Settings

Prompt
Language

Keyboard Options
Allows the keyboard options to be set. Input
Method Editor can be set to allow Simplified
Chinese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese and
Regional
Settings Korean text to be entered into messages.
For SVGA, the OSK can also be set for use
Keyboard
Options with either Roman (Western), Cyrillic,
Greek, Arabic, Chinese or Japanese
languages.

IME Set-up: For Chinese, Japanese,

Traditional Chinese and Korean languages,
this allows the Input Method Editor (IME)
to be set.

OSK Set-up: (SVGA Only) This allows the

OSK to be set for the required language.

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Machine Print Settings

Allows access to further screens to change
the printer’s default settings.
Machine
Function Keys:
Print
Settings Print Delay: Change the default print delay.
Print Height/Width: Change the default
height and width for the print.

Orientation/Bold/I-Char Gap: Change the default for print Orientation -

(Reverse, Invert), Bold and Inter Character Gap.
Default Machine Settings: Change the default settings for repeat print, clock
options, print offsets and clock inserts.
Print Delay
Change the print delay for the printer. This
is the distance between the product
detector/sensor and the print head.
Machine
Print
Settings Note:It is also possible to add offsets to a message,
Print
this allows the message position to be set on the
Delay
product, refer to page 3-32.

Print Height/Width

Change the default print height or width.

Function Keys:
Machine Allows the default print height to be
Print
Settings changed.
Print
Height/Width
Allows the default print width to be
changed.
Note:The print width will only be adjusted when
using internal stroke rate. If using a shaft encoder,
the print width (stroke rate) will be controlled from
the shaft encoder.

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Machine Orientation

Change the default settings for print

orientation - invert and reverse.
Function Keys:
Machine
Print
Settings Set Reverse: Set the required default mode for
Reverse Print.
Orientation
Set Invert: Set the required default mode for
Invert Print.
Default Machine Settings
Allows access to further default settings.
Note:Changing these settings will affect
subsequently created messages and not existing
Machine
Print
Settings
messages.
Default Function Keys:
Machine
Settings
Set Repeat: Set the required default mode for
Repeat Print.

Clock Dep Options: Set the shift codes and default clock offsets for the printer.
Print Offsets: Set the required default forward or reverse offset.
Clock Inserts: Set the default month names, day names and alpha hours for the
printer.

Duo Region Offsets

Used to compensate for the message bending

or leaning at high line speeds. Allows one
region in the message to be offset with
Machine
Print
respect to the other by up to 5 strokes in
Settings
both directions.
Default
Machine
Settings Note: Changing these settings will affect messages
currently being printed.
Print
Offsets

Function Keys:
Default Region Offset. Values can be entered in the range of +5 to -5 and
represent strokes. This value will represent the offset of the lower region in
relation to the top region, e.g. a value of -3 will print the lower region three
strokes behind the top region.

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Communications
Displays the current default settings for the
Ethernet Port, Email Alerts and Web server.

Comms
Function Keys:
Ethernet: Enable and set the Ethernet port.
Serial Port: Enable and set the Serial Port.
Email Alerts: Set-up the email settings and
select alerts to be emailed.
Web Server: Enable or disable the web server function.
Refer also to page 2-37.
Ethernet
Set the ethernet port for the printer.
When Ethernet port is set to Enable the
screen changes to show further options (as
Alignment
shown).
Protocol: Select from either Intercom,
Codenet or ZPL.
Note:It may be necessary to restart the printer once
the IP address has been entered (e.g. for ZPL).
If Configuration is set to Static further
options in the second screen can then be set.
Refer to your local network administrator to
obtain these settings.
Advanced: Allows access to the codenet
configuration setting.

Note: For DNS and DHCP to operate correctly, BOOTP messages must be
able to reach the network’s DHCP server. The DHCP server must be
set to update DNS.

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Serial Port

Set the Serial Port for the printer.

Note:A User/Serial Port Kit must be fitted to the
printer to utilise this function.
Alignment
The serial port can be used to send
information to the printer, such as messages
and variable information, from a control
system. Information can also be sent to the
control system from the printer. Basic
printer control can also be performed using
the serial port.

Email Alerts

Set-up the email settings to allow available

alerts to be emailed.
Function Keys:
Alignment
Email Settings: Set the email addresses
Select Alerts: Select the alerts, that if raised,
will be emailed in accordance with the email
settings.
Web Server
The Web server function allows a printer to
be viewed remotely via a PC. It allows
messages to be changed and settings to be
Alignment viewed. Refer to page 2-37 or contact local
Domino office for further details.

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Back-up
Allows access to back-up, restore and
upgrade functions of the printer.

Back-up to USB
Select either a Full, Message or Service back-
up. These will be copied to the USB
connection at the side of the printer.
Back-up
to USB
Note:Some back-up/Restore options can take a
few minutes to complete.
Full - This is a full software back-up of the
printer.
Msgs - This copies the message store, logos, MRC’s and scripts.
Serv - This copies default settings and event logs.
Restore Options
To restore a back-up copied to a USB
device.
Restore
Select the location of the back-up file(s) and
Options the type of back-up (Full or Msgs) and press
Recover Back-up to begin.
If more than one back-up is detected a
prompt will display asking for confirmation
of which back-up to restore.
Configure Upgrade
In the event of upgrades to the software,
logos or custom scripts this screen allows for
certain upgrades to be copied from a USB
Configure
Upgrade memory device connected to the printer.
Select from the list of available upgrades (e.g.
Language) and press Start Configuration
Upgrade to begin. The printer will then
search for this type of upgrade on the USB.
Note: Some upgrades require specific path names to be present on the USB
device.

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Software Upgrade
In the event of software upgrades, this screen
allows the upgrades to be copied into the
printer.
Software
Upgrade The printer will display a list of all upgrades,
select the upgrade required.
Press Select to begin, the printer will verify if
this upgrade is available on the USB device.
If it is not, a warning will display.

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CONTENTS
Page
START-UP ....................................................................................... 4-3
SHUT DOWN .................................................................................. 4-3
SHUT DOWN - OPAQUE PRINTERS ......................................... 4-3
Recommendations for a Long Shut Down ..................................... 4-4
INK RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT .............................................. 4-4
INK AND MAKE-UP CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT ................ 4-7
CREATING A MESSAGE ................................................................ 4-9
Display Contrast ............................................................................. 4-9
QVGA screen ............................................................................ 4-9
SVGA screen ............................................................................ 4-9
Navigation and Operation .............................................................. 4-9
To Create the Message ................................................................... 4-10
To Save the Message .................................................................. 4-10
To Set Reverse, Inverted and/or Repeated for the Message........ 4-11
Reverse and/or Invert ................................................................ 4-11
To Print the Message ...................................................................... 4-12
To Save the Message ....................................................................... 4-13
To Delete the Message from Store .................................................. 4-13
To Select an Existing Message ........................................................ 4-13
To Import/Export a Message(s) ...................................................... 4-14
To Import Single Jet Messages into Duo Printers ....................... 4-15
To Enter a Clock Entry .................................................................. 4-15
Clock Offsets ............................................................................. 4-16
To Set and Enter a Shift Code ........................................................ 4-17
To Enter a Serial Number .............................................................. 4-18
User Port ....................................................................................... 4-19
External Message Select ............................................................. 4-19
External Message Invert/Reverse ............................................... 4-20
To Enter a Text Field ..................................................................... 4-20
To Enter a Barcode ........................................................................ 4-21
To Import Logos ........................................................................... 4-23
To Create a Logo ........................................................................... 4-23
QVGA ...................................................................................... 4-23

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SVGA......................................................................................... 4-25
BACK-UP PRINTER ...................................................................... 4-31
To Create a Back-up .................................................................. 4-31
To Restore from the USB Device .............................................. 4-32

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START-UP
Press and hold the Start/Stop button on the membrane.
• The printer will now Sequence On. This may take several minutes.
• The green indicator on the power and start/stop buttons flash.
• A progress bar and the Domino logo displays on the screen.
• The status bar displays defaults/printer status.
If the Install Wizard is enabled:
• The language screen displays. Select the required language.
• The printer model screen displays. Highlight and select the required
model.
• The wizard screen displays. Select the required Installation/Printer
setup/Print setup option and then select Finish.
The printer is now ready to print messages.
It is also possible to power the printer to a standby state. This is done by
pressing the power button on the membrane. Non-printing functions (such
as creating messages) can be performed whilst the printer is in this state.

SHUT DOWN
CAUTION: Do not switch off power to Opaque printers.
To shut down the printer in a controlled manner, press and hold the Power
button for approximately 3 seconds.
To shut down the printer in an uncontrolled manner (emergency), press and
hold the Power button for approximately 10 seconds.

To switch the printer between Ready to Print and Standby, use the Start/Stop
button. From the Ready to Print state, this will take the printer to the
Standby state and from the Standby state it will take the printer to the Ready
to Print state.

SHUT DOWN - OPAQUE PRINTERS

The opaque printer must not be powered off, it must only be left in standby
mode, where wake-up mode will automatically start.
CAUTION: Opaque printers must not be left in Wake-up mode for more
than 2 weeks. If this does occur, the ink system must be
flushed.
To switch the printer between Ready to Print and Standby, use the Start/Stop
button.

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Recommendations for a Long Shut Down

CAUTIONS: (1) Do not switch off opaque printers unless absolutely necessary
(2) Opaque printers must not be left in Wake-up mode for
longer than 2 weeks. If this does occur, the ink system must
be flushed.
If the printer is to be shut down for up to 7 days, flush the gutter with the
correct wash during the auto-flush cycle to ensure the gutter is completely
clean. Clean the rest of the print head. Remove any factory air supply.
If the printer is to be switched off for longer than 7 days, stored, moved
around or used infrequently, the following steps will keep the ink system
sealed and the printer in good condition while not in use.
(1) Flush the gutter with the correct wash during the auto-flush cycle to
ensure the gutter is completely clean. Clean the rest of the print head.
(2) Cover the gutter, using the plug (01599) from the tool ki.
(3) For Duo printers cover the gutters with masking tape or similar.
Note: It is essential that the material used to cover the Duo gutters does not
introduce any particulate matter into the gutters.
(4) Replace the ink and make-up cartridges with clean, empty cartridges.
Wipe clean the seals on the removed cartridges and store for future use.
(5) Remove any factory air supply.
If the printer is to be switched off for longer than 14 days, please contact your
local Domino office.

INK RESERVOIR REPLACEMENT

CAUTION: For Opaque printers, it is necessary to change the damper
and main filter as part of this procedure, therefore, follow the
procedure below, then refer to 1(c) on page 6-8 and 1(e) on
page 6-10 for main filter and damper replacement.
The messages Ink change needed in less than 24 hours and, later, Ink change needed
in less than 2 hours will appear near the end of the reservoir life (if a long-life
system is being used, these warnings will appear at 300 hours and 24 hours
before the end of reservoir life). Printing will not continue beyond the expiry
of the reservoir life.
It is necessary to enter the reservoir quality code of the new reservoir and reset
the reservoir replacement alarms, using the following procedure:
WARNING: Smoking or the use of naked flames (or other
sources of ignition) in the vicinity of any inks
or solvents is highly dangerous and therefore
strictly inadvisable.

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(1) Switch the printer to a standby state using the proper procedure, i.e
ensure the jet is off.
(2) Press the Machine Setup key and enter the password if required.
(3) Press the Production Data button and then function key marked Change
Reservoir and the screen will change to show a prompt requesting input
Change
of the Quality Code printed on the label of the new ink reservoir.
Reservoir
(4) Type in the reservoir quality code.
Submit (5) Press the function key marked Submit Code.
Code
If the correct code is typed in, the information bar will display "Quality Code
OK - Fit Reservoir", the reservoir run time will be reset and the alarms
cancelled. Proceed to step (6).
If the number is typed inaccurately, it can be corrected by re- typing it in
again. If an invalid code number is typed, the number will not be accepted
and on screen messages in the information bar will indicate the problem, e.g.
Incorrect ink type, Ink out of date, or Reservoir already used (an old reservoir
number).
(6) Switch off the printer.
Replace the reservoir as follows.
CAUTION: Opqaue reservoirs must be shaken vigorously for at least 2
minutes prior to fitting.
Notes: (1) Tissue will be required for this procedure.
(2) The make-up reservoir is non-replaceable.
Remove the ink cartridge (see following diagram). Unscrew the manifold
locking ring, lift the manifold out of the reservoir and secure the manifold
into the manifold retainer inside the top of the ink cabinet.
Fit a cap to the reservoir. Push the metal reservoir retaining bar and pull the
reservoir forward to remove.
To fit a new reservoir, reverse the above procedure. When the printer is next
switched on, it will display "Bleeding Ink System - Please Wait..."

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Manifold
Retainer

Reservoir AM_0029a.eps
Retaining
Bar

AM_0030.eps

Removing the Ink Reservoir

Reservoir
Retaining Bar

AM_0031.eps
Refitting the Ink Reservoir

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INK AND MAKE-UP CARTRIDGE

REPLACEMENT
WARNING: Smoking or the use of naked flames (or other
sources of ignition) in the vicinity of any inks
or solvents is highly dangerous and therefore
strictly inadvisable.
CAUTION: Opaque ink cartridges must be vigorously shaken for at least
2 minutes prior to fitting and must NOT be left on the
manifold. Leave the ink manifold seal in place and only fit
the ink cartridge when a request appears on the display.
Note: If only small amounts of ink are being used by the printer, it may not be
necessary to fit an ink cartridge. Leave the ink manifold seal in place and
only fit an ink cartridge when a request appears on the display.
Messages ‘Add Ink Cartridge’ or ‘Add Make-up Cartridge’ will appear on the
front panel display when the ink or make-up cartridges need replacing, and
the amber alert will illuminate.
The ink cartridge is rotated anti-clockwise and the make-up is rotated
clockwise to free them before being lifted away. This mechanism ensures that
the cartridges cannot be fitted onto the wrong manifold.
To fit a cartridge, cut off the sealing tab using a cartridge opening tool
(Domino part number 67378) remember to shake opaque ink cartridges prior
to fitting and push onto the correct manifold,

Rotate and lift cartridges

to remove.

AM_0029.eps

Remove the lid using the Press cartridge

cartridge opening tool - 67378 firmly down to fit.

AM_0033a.eps AM_0034.eps
Cartridge Replacement

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If the make-up cartridge is not replaced, the make-up reservoir will empty
and the ink viscosity will eventually go outside its operating limits. Also, head
flushing will not be carried out when the printer is shut down and ink may be
deposited on the print head components. Thus, although the printer can still
be used, head faults may occur.

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CREATING A MESSAGE
All of the screens presented on the display are fully described in Part 3 :
Screen Descriptions.
Display Contrast
QVGA screen
The display contrast can be adjusted by pressing the shift and printer setup
buttons together to enter the adjustment mode, then use the
buttons to increase/decrease the contrast and the buttons to increase/
decrease the brightness. Pressing the Select button will save these settings.
Note: Exiting using shift and printer setup again will temporarily use these
settings but will revert back to the original settings on restart of the printer.
SVGA screen
The display contrast can be adjusted by selecting Machine Setup.
Then pressing the Configuration key.
User
Config
Then press the User Config> Editor View > LCD, then select Brightness.
Editor Using the button adjust the brightness.
View

It is also possible to select the Keyboard language within this screen.

Navigation and Operation
To delete a character, in the Message Editor or any editable field, move the
cursor to the right of the object to be deleted, pressing the delete key will
then remove the character/object. Note that new characters are always
inserted immediately in front of highlighted characters.
Font (character) size, bold characters and double spacing can be selected as
function key options. Pressing the key activates the option and all subsequent
entries will be size/bold/spaced accordingly, until the option is turned off.
Values can be typed in, or changed by using the increment/decrement keys.
Values which have ! adjacent to the ! ! keys are effective immediately.
Other values become effective only when OK or the equivalent is selected
using the function keys.
Numeric values can be altered either by using the keys, or (in edit
mode) by using the numeric keys. In edit mode, either press the OK key or
"click" off the setting to action the value.
Font size is indicated by the vertical size of the cursor. If a larger font size is
inserted into a multi-line message, the other characters will be automatically
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Note: Print Properties can be applied using the Print Parameters menu. These
properties affect the current message only and will be saved with the
message (except print height, width, delay and items changed via the
Machine Print Settings). Default parameters affecting all messages are set
within the Print Setup menu.
To navigate through screens, use the function keys at the side to open the
required menu and use the up level button to move back a level in the
menu.
With SVGA the function keys are selected by pressing the option on the
screen itself.
To select items, either use the left/right cursor keys to scroll through
the options, or press the select button to display the full list, and then use
the up/down cursor keys to move through the list to the required
option and press the select button to select the required option.
If the information spreads across two screens, use the up/down cursors
to move between the options, when the last option is reached, pressing the
down arrow again will jump to the next screen. For SVGA screens simply
press the scroll bar below the slide to move down a screen or above the slide to
move up a screen (previous screen).
In the Message Editor it is possible to open the properties or relevant setting
dialogue for inserted formats by using the left/right cursor keys to
highlight the entry and pressing the select button .

To Create the Message

(1) Press the Message Editor topic key.
(2) Type in the message (e.g. abc).
Note: For Duo printers use the keys to navigate between the two regions.
Creating a detailed message can include entering clock data, serial numbers,
shift codes or text fields (see below). To continue with a simple message,
proceed as follows.
To set properties such as Font Height, Bold, Inter Character Gap and Message
Formats, within the Message Editor, select Font Options. Select the required
option from the function keys.
To Save the Message
Once the message has been created, it is possible to save the message from
within the Message Editor by pressing the Save/Clear key.
Notes: (1) If the message in the Message Editor has already been saved, pressing the
Save/Clear key will clear the Message Editor.
(2) It is also possible to save the active message (in the Message Editor) via
the message store, by pressing the Save key.

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To Set Reverse, Inverted and/or Repeated for the

Message
To print the message in a different orientation and/or repeat print the
message, select the required option within the Print Parameters menu.
Repeat Printing
The current message can be repeated for either a specified number of extra
prints or can continuously repeat for one product detect signal.
Select Repeat Printing, then select the required mode (either Counted or
Continuous)
Repeat Counted will print the current message for this specified amount.
Set the Repeat Pitch - this is the distance from the start of one message to the
start of the next (measured in strokes). It is also possible to update any clock
and serial number information contained in the message with each print, or
choose to keep the same information but update with each product detect
signal by setting the Update Each Print? to the required value.
Note: The number of counted repeats is extra to the initial print, i.e. 6 will print
6 extra prints (7 in total).
If the Use print go to end? is set to No then the repeat print will continue to the
end of the specified amount, if set to Yes, then the repeat printing will stop if
the product detect signal becomes inactive.
Repeat Continuous will repeat the same message continuously while the
product detect signal is active. As with the Repeat Counted, both the Repeat
Pitch and Update Each Print can be set.
Reverse and/or Invert
The message can be printed in reverse and/or inverted. The setting for both
these functions are the same.
Reverse There are four possible options for these settings: Printer Setting, Flip, Counted
Or or Continuous. Printer Setting is effectively Off as it does not apply any
Invert reverse/invert settings over and above the printer settings. Flip is effectively
On as it will set the reverse/invert settings to the opposite of the printer
settings.
Continuous, with the Count set to the required number (e.g. 2), the
message will print in the orientation specified in initial state (either printer
setting or flip) for the next 2 product detects, then print inverted (or reversed)
for the next 2 product detects, etc.
Note: Message reverse and invert can also be controlled externally via a user
port. Please refer to page 4-19 for further details.

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Counted, this is set in conjunction with the repeat printing function.

With the Count set to the required number (e.g. 3), the message will print in
the orientation specified in initial state (either printer setting or flip) 3 times
then print reversed (or inverted) 3 times.
The Repeat printing must also be set for this function. Set Repeat to
Continuous to continue printing until the product detect signal stops or use
Counted to specify the number of messages to print.

Note: Printing left to right

Invert Continuous of 2 will
print in the initial
orientation for 2 product
detects received, will then Repeat count of 6 giving 6 extra prints
change to Invert for 2
product detects

ABC ABC ABC CBA CBA CBA ABC

Reverse count of 3 gives 3 in the initial orientation then 3 reverse prints, etc.

ABC ABC ABC CBA CBA CBA ABC

ABC ABC ABC ABC ABC ABC ABC

ABC ABC ABC ABC ABC ABC ABC

and Repeat = 6, Invert Continuous = 2

Reverse Counted = 3
= Product Detect
Repeat off, Invert Continuous = 2

Example of Repeat, Reverse and Invert Printing

To Print the Message

With the printer in a Ready to Print state:
(1) Simply press the Send to Print button on the membrane, to print the
currently selected message.
The message will now be printed at each Print Go signal.
Note: If an on-line message is changed in any way, it is necessary to press the
Send to Print button again to implement the changes.

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To Save the Message

It is possible to save the current message within the message editor by pressing
the Save/Clear key.
Note: If the message in the Message Editor has already been saved, pressing the
Save/Clear key will Clear the Editor.
It is also possible to save the message via the Message Store:
(1) Press the Message Store topic key to open the message store.
(2) Press the Save Key.
(3) Type in the name of the message (e.g. "Example").
(4) Select OK from the key options.
(5) It is possible to assign any stored message as the currently printing
message by highlighting it and pressing the Send to Print button.

To Delete the Message from Store

Note: A message being currently used for printing (marked " ") should not be
deleted.
(1) Select Message Store
(2) Highlight the message to be deleted and select Store Manager then Delete
Message.
Delete
Message
To Select an Existing Message
(1) Select the Message Store
(2) Use the down and up cursor keys buttons to move to the required
message in the store (an example of the message is shown at the bottom
of the screen)
(3) Press the Send to Print button to set this message as the active message,
or,
Press the Select button to open the message in the message editor where
it can be edited and saved in the normal way.

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To Import/Export a Message(s)
(1) Select the Message Store, then navigate to Store Manager > Import/
Export.
Import/
Export
(2) If the USB device does not contain any appropriate folders, the only
option available will be Create Folder, select this to create a folder.

If no folders Press Folder

are present Options, then
on the USB Create Folder to
device, this open this screen.
is the only Name the folder
option. and press Create.

Create a Message Folder on the USB Device

(3) If several folders already exist on the device then these will be displayed
in a list. Highlight the required folder to import from or export to.

Select the
required folder
and press either
Import From or
Export To.

Select Message Folder on the USB Device

(4) To export messages saved on the printer to the USB device, select
Export to. A list of the currently saved messages will display, either use
the select key to select the required message (this will add a 9 next
to the name) or Select All to mark all messages for export. Select Export
to begin the export to the USB device. It is also possible to export an
entire message store to the USB device.

Either use the select key to select

individual messages (note the 9¸ next to
the name in this example) or press Select
All to select all of the messages, then press
Export to export to the USB device. Export
Message Store will export the entire
message store to the USB device.

Export Messages to the USB Device

(5) To import messages saved in a folder on the USB device, select the
folder from the list and press Import From. A list of the messages
contained in this folder will be displayed, as for the export process
above, either mark individual messages to import or select Select All. It
is also possible to import a new message store.

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Either use the select key to select

individual messages (note the 9¸ next to
the names in this example) or press Select
All to select all of the messages, then press
Import to import from the USB device.
Import as New Store will import the entire
store into the printer, regardless of
individual selections.
Import Messages from the USB Device
(6) If either destination contains messages of the same name, it is possible to
either overwrite, rename. ignore the message or abort the operation.
To Import Single Jet Messages into Duo Printers

Single jet A-Series messages can be imported

into a Duo printer in the normal way as
described above. Note, however, that when
the message is opened in the Editor a prompt
will be appear to specify loading it in the
upper, lower or both regions.

To Enter a Clock Entry

Note: Ensure that the clocks are enabled via the Machine Set-up menu, see page
3-60.
(1) Enter the Message Editor and select Clock from the function keys.
(2) Select the required clock format from the function keys - either Date or
Time.
Or Or (3) A list of these formats will display. Either select from one of these or
choose to edit or create a new one.
An example of the highlighted format will display at the bottom of the
screen.
Note: It is also possible to hide clock formats that are not used, this is done in
the Machine Set-up menu, see page 3-60.
(4) Press the Select button to enter the highlighted format into the current
message.
(5) To create a new format, select New from the function keys, using the
New
following date/time codes, create the required format. Again, an
example will be shown at the bottom of the screen.

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Note: Please note that the following codes are case sensitive.
Date Codes: Time Codes:
%A Date (01 to 31) %H Hours (00 to 23)
%B Day of Year (001 to 366) %I Quarter Hours (01 to 96)
%C Julian Year (0 to 9) %M Minutes (0 to 59)
%D Year (00 to 99) %N Seconds (0 to 59)
%E Year (1970 to 2038) %O Alpha Hours.
%F Month (01 to 12)
%G Month Name
%J Day Name
%K Week Number (01 to 53)
%L Day Number (1 to 7)
%P Julian Day (001 to 366)

Note: Only enter date codes into date formats and time codes into time formats.
Properties (6) Select Properties to set the properties of the clock format. It is possible
to assign a clock offset (see next), set the language or drop height.
Save
(7) Press Save to save this new format.
Edit
(8) To edit an existing format, select the required format from the list and
press Edit. Make the required changes and either select Save to
Save As
overwrite using the same name, or use Save As to save as a new name.
Clock Offsets
It is possible to apply offsets to the master (real time) clock. This means that
frequently used offsets can be saved and used with date/time fields.
There are four offsets (two in A100+) that can be used with the clock. It is
advisable to leave one of these as zero to enable the master (real time) clock to
also be entered.
The offsets available are: years, months, weeks, days, hours or minutes.
To set the offsets:
(1) In the Message Editor, select Clock then Clock Offsets.
(2) A list of the available clock offsets is displayed. Highlight the offset to
be changed and press Change. This will open the properties for the
offset.
Change Change
(3) Set the required offset e.g. one month. Press OK to accept the
OK OK
changes. Repeat for the other offsets as required.
(4) The offsets are now set and can be applied to clock formats.
Note: Changing the clock offsets via the Message Editor will only affect the
offsets for the current message. To change the default clock offsets, refer to
the Machine Setup menu, see page 3-65.

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To Set and Enter a Shift Code

The shift codes are set via the Machine Set-up menu, as follows:
(1) With the Machine Set-up selected, press the Configuration button, then
Machine
select Machine Print Settings > Clock Dep. Options > Shift Codes.
Print
Settings (2) Use the up/down cursor arrows to navigate to the start and end time,
Default
Machine
then use the left/right arrow to increment/decrement the time for the
Settings
first shift.
Clock
Dep.
Options
Use the Up/Down
Shift cursor to move, then
Codes
enter the required data

Use the left/right cursor

to move to the next shift

Four shifts

(3) Enter a shift code label - this will display in the message if the shift is
inserted.
Note: The Message Editor will space the message to allow for the longest of the
shift code labels.
Reset Shift (4) Press Reset Shift to reset the current shift back to zero.
(5) Use the up/down arrow to return to the top line "Shift Code" then use
the right cursor key to page to the next shift.
(6) Repeat the process for all required shifts. There is a total of 24 shifts
available.
OK (7) Press OK when the shifts are set.
(8) Once the shift codes are set, they can be entered into a message via the
Message Editor. Within the Message Editor, select Clock then Shift
Code.
(9) The screen will display the shift codes as set previously. Press Select to
enter a shift code into the message. The name of the current shift will
be displayed in the message.

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To Enter a Serial Number

(1) With Message Editor selected, select Special Field, then Serial Number.
Initially, this screen may be empty, but as serial numbers are created and
saved, they will be displayed in a list.
(2) Press New to create a new serial number.
The screen will change to show the parameters controlling the serial
numbering. These include the start number (first limit), finish number
(second limit) and the change between messages (step size). If the start
number is below the finish number the change (step) will be incremental, i.e.
New
positive. If the start number is above the finish number, the change (step) will
automatically be decremental, i.e. negative. If required, the same serial
number can be entered into a selected number of messages before it is
changed (Repeat Count). Also, the language for the serial number can be
either English (default), Arabic or Farsi.
More advanced serial numbers can be set up, to include a letter-type prefix or
suffix and batch linking between two serial numbers (batch linking on
A300+/A200+ only). In the case of alphanumeric serial numbers, the order
(precedence) in which the alpha and numeric parts are updated can be
selected. In the following steps, the example entries will create a serial
number AA0000, AA0001 . . . through AX0000 . . up to KK1000, increasing
at each step by 1.
(3) Use down and up cursor keys to move the highlight bar and select the
details of the serial number, and type in the required values. For
example:
First Limit:.............................0
Second Limit: .........................1000
Start Value: ............................0
Leading Zeros:........................Yes
Step Size: ..............................1
Repeat Count: ........................0
Language: ..............................English
The serial number is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Advanced (4) If a more complex serial number is required, select Advanced.
(5) Use down and up cursor keys to move the highlight bar and select the
details of the serial number, and enter the required values. For example:
Alpha: ...................................Prefix
Batch Link: ............................No (A300+/A200+ only)
Precedence: .............................Numeric
First Limit:.............................AA
Second Limit: .........................KK
Lower Character: .....................A
Upper Character:.....................X
Start Value: ............................AA

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OK
(6) Select OK from the key options.
(7) Use the Select button to enter the serial number into the message.
When more serial numbers are saved, these will be displayed in a list and
can also be entered into the message by highlighting the required serial
number and pressing Select within the Insert Serial Number screen. These
serial numbers can also be edited by highlighting the serial number to
be edited and pressing the Edit button.
(8) The serial number can be controlled by a user port (if fitted). To allow
the printer to pass to external control, set the Internal Updates on Counter
1 and/or Counter 2 to Disabled.
See also page 3-21 for serial number details, page 3-23 for details of counter
control and page 3-53 for User Port Set-up.

User Port
Note: This requires the optional User Port Kit 5-0161402SP to be fitted.
It is possible to allow peripheral equipment to control several functions
(message select, invert or reverse, serial number control and custom shift
register reset) within the A-Series Plus. This is performed using a user port.
External Message Select
Note: Ensure the messages required for external selection are created and saved
within the printer.
The A-Series Plus will allocate slot numbers to each message, slot 1 being the
first. Therefore, the first message created and saved will be saved to slot 1, the
second will be in slot 2, etc. The user port will select from these slot numbers
to select the messages via SK2. SK2 is a 25way connector. Message select can
use 8 of these pins to allow between 1 and 255 messages (relating to slots 1 to
255) to be selected.
Note: Because other functions, such as external message invert/reverse can also
use SK2, this will reduce the number of pins available and hence the
number of messages that can be selected.
With the required messages created and saved in the correct slot numbers (see
below to change a slots number), it is then necessary to put the messages
"online".
To select all messages to be online, meaning that they are all ready to print and
therefore available for external selection, enter the Message Store, then select
Message Store Manager > User Port > Put Messages Online. When viewed
in the message store, notice that all messages will now have a tick next to
User
Port them.
The peripheral device can now be used to select the message, using SK2 pins
1 to 8 as a binary reference, connecting to Pin 13 (GND) to select slots 1 to
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Change Slot Numbers

To change the slot number allocated to a message, enter the Message Store,
then select Message Store Manager > User Port >Change Slot.
External Message Invert/Reverse
Both message Invert and Reverse (and the Custom Shift Register (CSR) data)
can also be controlled externally and use any of pins 1 to 8 of SK2.
Within the User Port setup screen (see page 3-53), select the Input as
Reverse, Invert or CSR Data. Next, select the pin (on SK2) that the signal
will be recieved on (pins 1 to 8), then select the Active State (in the example
below it is disabled, meaning that Reverse is not set for external control).

Notes: (1) If using external invert, reverse and/or CSR data in conjunction with
external message select, this will reduce the number of messages that can be
selected, as it will reduce the number of pins available. Select the range of
pins for external message select accordingly, for example use pin 8 for
external invert and select pins 1-7 for message select.
(2) External Reverse/Invert works in conjunction with the internal Reverse/
Invert.

To Enter a Text Field

A text field is a blank area which can be left within a message, e.g. to avoid
interference with other pre-printed information.
(1) With Message Editor selected, select Machine Options, then select Text
Field. The display will change to show the Text Field screen. Enter a
value representing the size of the field (measured in characters).
OK OK
(2) Select OK from the key options. The message will re-appear showing a
space sized to the value entered in the previous step at the position of
the cursor.

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To Enter a Barcode
The A-Series Plus printer currently supports the following barcodes:

1D or Linear Barcodes
UPC A Numeric only, 12 digit chars max (1 digit number system, 5
digit manufacturer code, 5 digit product code and 1 check
digit).
UPC E Numeric only, is an 11 digit UPC A code that s compressed
into a 6 digit UPC E code(a compressed version of UPC A,
note that not all UPC A codes can be compressed).
Code 39 Alphanumeric, can encode the 26 uppercase letterset (A to Z),
the numeric set (0 to 9) and 7 special characters (space $ - . / +
%) may also contain a check digit, but has no restriction on
length.
Code 93 Alphanumeric, can encode the 26 uppercase letterset (A to Z),
the numeric set (0 to 9) and 7 special characters (space $ - . / +
%), contains 2 check digits but has no restriction on length.
Uses additional unique circle codes ($), (%), (/) and (+) to
encode the full ASCII set.
Code 128 Alphanumeric, can encode the full ASCII set Code sets A and B
and compresses double numeric digits Code set C, has no
restriction on length.
EAN 128 As Code 128, except that after the start code there will be a
FUNC1 code, also () are not included in the coding.
EAN 13 13 numeric digits - 12 user specified and 1 check digit.
EAN 8 8 numeric digits - 7 user specified and 1 check digit.
2/5 Numeric only, has no restriction on length.
Industrial
2/5 Numeric only, has no restriction on length.
Interleaved
2/5 Numeric only, has no restriction on length.
Standard
2/5 Numeric only, has no restriction on length but has bearer bars
Interleaved (one above and one below the barcode).
Bars
ITF 14 14 numeric digits using Interleaved Code 25 symbology

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2D Barcodes
Data ASCII values 0 to 255 (extended ASCII 128 to 255). 1-64
Matrix characters (excluding check digits). Reed-Solomon check digit
(ECC 200) algorithm (error correction).
Twenty-four square symbols with even number of rows and
columns in sizes (not including quiet zones): 10x10 to 26x26
modules (steps of 2 modules per side), 32x32 to 52x52 modules
(steps of 4 modules per side), 64x64 to 104x104 modules (steps
of 8 modules per side), 120x120 to 144x144 modules (steps of
16 modules per side).
Six rectangular symbol size versions (not including quiet zones):
8x18 and 12x26 modules (1 data region), 8x32 and 12x36
modules (2 data regions) and 16x36 and 16x48 modules (2 data
regions).
QR Code Square two dimensional machine readable codes. Model 1 or 2.
Error correction level L, M, H or Q. Dimensions are 21x21,
25x25 or 29x29. Payload (1-64): Any character in the range
0x000 - 0xFFFF: Characters in the range 0xNN40 - 0xNNFC,
where NN=0x81 - 0x9F or 0xE0 - 0xEA and characters of the
form 0xEBNN where NN= 0x00 - 0xBF, will be encoded as
Kanji (Shift JIS System).

Notes: (1) A-Series PLUS printers can currently print 10x10, 12x12, 14x14,
16x16, 18x18, 20x20, 22x22, 24x24, 26x26, 32x32, 8x18,
8x32, 12x26, 12x36, 16x36, and 16x48 data matrix symbols. The
amount of data that can be contained within a data matrix symbol is
dependant on the data matrix size.
(2) A-Series Plus applies a limit iof 64 characters to unrestricted codes
Enter the Barcode menu of the Message Editor, here barcodes can be created
and saved. Once saved, a list of the barcodes will be displayed, to insert the
barcode into the message, simply highlight the required barcode and press the
select button. A graphic representation will then be shown as part of the
message.
For further information on creating barcodes, refer to page 3-24.

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To Import Logos
Logos are imported using a USB device:
Notes: (1) The following path is required on a USB device when importing logos:
Configure usb_updates/user/data/logos (see graphic below). Enter the logo to
Upgrade
import in the "logos" folder.
(2) Logos must be monochrome Windows® bitmap files. They are also
restricted by the size of the logo grid.
(1) With the required logo saved to the USB device, plug it into the USB
slot on the left side of the printer.
(2) Enter the Configure Upgrade menu. Select from the Upgrade list Logos,
and press Start Config Upgrade.

Select Logos
from List

Pathname for USB Device

To Create a Logo
Logos are created and stored in the Logo Store before use in a message. The
procedure consists of creating a matrix representing the possible drop positions
and marking the positions of drops making up the logo. During the
procedure, the following will be required:
(a) The logo name
(b) The approximate width of the logo - in strokes
(c) The approximate height of the logo - in drops.
Space around the logo (padding) is part of the logo and provision must be
included in the matrix size.
QVGA
(1) Within the Message Editor, select Insert Special Field, then Logo.
Initially, this area will be blank, but as logos are imported or saved, a list
of available logos will be shown here. To insert a logo from the list into
the message, press the Select button.
New
(2) To create a new logo, open the logo editor by selecting New. Enter the
width and height of the logo (in drops), to create a grid and press OK.

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Note: Depending on the font height, the height(s) available may be restricted,
although it is still possible to create a larger size but it will not be possible
to enter this into a message where it exceeds the message height.
(3) A grid of this height and width will now display. Use the cursor keys to
navigate the drop position, and use the Select button to toggle the drop
position on or off.
(4) Use Dot Continuous to turn on the drop position, without the need to
press the Select button for every square.
Note: A square will display in the toolbar at the bottom of the screen to show if
the Dot Continuous function is enabled. The grid reference is also
displayed.
Current Drop
Position

Horizontal Grid
Position
Vertical Grid
Position

Dot Continuous
Function (enabled) Logo Editor
(5) When the logo is complete, press Save As to save the message. Enter the
required name and press OK. This logo should now appear in the list of
saved logos.
(6) To edit a logo, highlight the logo to be edited from the list and select
Edit. This will open the logo in the Logo Editor. Once the changes
have been made, it is possible to overwrite using Save or save this edited
logo under a new name using Save As.
Note: It is possible to edit a logo that is inserted into a message, by highlighting
the logo within the message editor and pressing the Select button. This
will open the logo in the message editor.

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SVGA
(1) Within the Message Editor, select Insert Special Field, then Logo.
Initially, this area will be blank, but as logos are imported or saved, a list
of available logos will be shown here. To insert a logo from the list into
the message, press the Select button.
New (2) To create a new logo, open the logo editor by selecting New. Enter the
width and height of the logo (in drops), to create a grid and press OK.
Note: Depending on the font height, the height(s) available may be restricted,
although it is still possible to create a larger size but it will not be possible
to enter this into a message where it exceeds the message height.
A grid of the specified height and width will now be displayed.
(3) Within this screen, simple line logo creation can be performed. Use the
arrow keys to move the cursor around the grid. It is possible to enter a
single dot using the button in the centre of the arrows, or use the dot
continuous button to turn on the dots continuously.

Grid

Logo Editor

Use arrows to
move cursor
around grid

With Dot
Continuous Off,
use the dot
button to enter a
Dot Continuous Dot Clear Continuous dot on the grid
Function (enabled) Function
Dot Continuous

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(4) There are several functions across the top of the screen:
Basic line entry with dot continuous option.

Enables shapes to be cut, copied and pasted.

Create shapes such as lines, squares and circles, etc.

Create text and apply formatting (italic, bold or underline).

Import existing logos and apply formatting (flip

horizontal/vertical).
Zoom

(5) To enter a basic shape into the logo, select the Shapes button. The
screen will change as follows:

Circles
Shapes
Overlap

Boldness

Dot

Line
Arrows

Squares Move

Size
Shapes Screen

(6) To create a square:

Use the size boxes (at the bottom of screen) and the arrow keys to drag
the area that the square will occupy.
Note: Two grid references will be shown beneath the grid at either end. These
reference from the top left edge to show the grid points of the top left edge
and the bottom right edge of the red bounding box.
Select the shape required (square for this example).
Select the boldness of the shape
This should now fill the specified area with a blue square of the
specified shape and size.
While the square is blue it is still active so can be moved and edited
(sized or shape changed).

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(7) With the square at the required setting, press the dot button to confirm
and the shape will change to black (as displayed)
(8) This is the same process for the circle or line shapes.
(9) To copy the shape, either move the red bounding box to the required
position and repeat the creation process in step (6) to step (7).
(10)It is possible to overlap the shapes and display them as clear or filled, as
follows:

Initially the shapes, if overlapped,

will display as shown.

To display the shapes as solid, use the

button, the shapes will display as shown.

Overlap

Note: Use the Overlap button before confirming the selection with the dot
button.
(11)To enter text into the logo:
Press the Insert Text button to display the screen as follows:

Insert Text
Button
Italic

Underline

Dot

Insert
Text

Repeat Move

Bold Text
Size
Text Screen

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(12)Press the Insert Text button, a text entry screen will display as follows.
Enter the required text here using the keyboard. Press OK to insert
text.

Use the tab to display

the keyboard

Text Entry Screen

(13)This text will now be shown in the logo grid. Using the Text Size
buttons, size the text as required.

text now
in Grid

Repeat Move

Text Size

Import Logo Screen

(14)Use the move button to position the text as required.

(15)Use the bold, italic and underline buttons to format the text as required.
Use the dot button to confirm the settings.
(16)To repeat the text insert using the same settings, simply press the repeat
button, to format the text repeat step (13) to step (15).
The overlap button can be used as described in step (10).

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(17)To import an existing logo:

Select the logo button to display the following screen:

Inverse
Video

Fill

Dot
Open
Scroll

Copy

Flip Move

Size

Import Logo Screen

(18)Press the open button and select the logo to import from the list. Press
OK insert the logo.
Note: Be aware that when importing other logos the grid will be included. This
can be seen in the example shown below.
(19)This logo will appear in blue on the grid (notice that the red bounding
box surrounds the grid size of the imported logo). Use the move and
size buttons to position and size the area to occupy.

Import Logo Screen

(20)It is possible to flip the image horizontally and/or vertically using the
flip buttons or create a negative of the image using the inverse video
button. Press the dot button to confirm the settings.

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It is possible to use editing functions. These will affect anything that is

contained in the red bounding box. Use the size and move buttons to select
the area to edit:
(21)Use the buttons to flip the selected area either horizontally or
vertically.
(22)Use the button to display the area in inverse video (see example
below).
(23)Use the button to gradually move to the end of the logo if the logo
is long.
(24)The displayed logo can be zoomed in or out using the zoom buttons.

Inverse Video
(25)Pressing the Preview button will show a preview of the logo.

Preview Logo
(26)The grid can be resized at anytime using the Resize button, but be
aware that if reducing the grid size to less than the current logo size, the
logo will be cropped.
(27)Press Save As to save the logo, then use the select button to insert into
the message.

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BACK-UP PRINTER
There are 4 types of file information that can be saved to a USB device, these
are: Full, Messages, Service and Production. These will save different
information to a USB memory device: a Full back-up will copy the entire
printer configuration; a Message back-up will copy all the messages in the
current message store. Both the Full and Message back-ups can also be
copied (restored) to other printers or retained to restore the original printer
settings.
The Service and Production files can be copied from the printer’s software
files, and this provides information for a service engineer, such as log files, jet
characterisation information and email information. These file types cannot
be copied back to the printer as they are for information only.
To Create a Back-up
(1) Insert the USB memory stick into the USB slot at the side of the
printer.
(2) In the Machine Set-up menu, select Back-up then Back-up to USB.
Backup
to USB (3) From the list, select the type of back-up required.

Note: Full Back-up can take up to 40 minutes to complete.

(4) Press Start Back-up to begin. The screen will change to show the
progress of the back-up.
(5) A prompt will display when the back-up is complete and will inform if
successful, "Full back-up to USB successful".
(6) The file has now been copied to the USB device and can be used to
restore to either the same printer or another printer, or used for
information.

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To Restore from the USB Device

Only the Full or Message back-ups can be used to restore to a printer. The
information will be used to override the current settings in the printer.

Restore
Note: It is necessary to restart the printer as part of the restore procedure.
Options
(1) Insert the USB device containing the back-up file(s).
(2) In the Machine Set-up menu, select Backup then Restore Options.
(3) Select the type of restore required, then press Recover Back-up. If more
than one back-up of the same type is found a prompt will display asking
for confirmation of which back-up to restore.
Note: Full back-ups and larger message files may take a few minutes to
complete.
(4) A progress bar will display. Once complete, a prompt such as "Messages
restored to printer successfully" will display to show whether the restore
was successful.
(5) Press OK to exit the screen.

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FAULT FINDING

CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION .......................................................................... 5-3
Red Alerts ..................................................................................... 5-3
Non-recoverable ........................................................................ 5-3
Recoverable ............................................................................... 5-3
Amber Alerts ................................................................................. 5-3
Configurable Alerts ........................................................................ 5-3
Fault Acknowledgement ................................................................. 5-3
ALERT /STATUS BAR MESSAGES ............................................... 5-4
PRINTER STATES .......................................................................... 5-4
PRINTER FAULTS ......................................................................... 5-5
No Indicators Showing .................................................................. 5-5
Machine Does Not Print ................................................................ 5-5
Print Position Incorrect .................................................................. 5-6
Print Size Too Small ....................................................................... 5-6
Gutter Over-flowing Ink ................................................................ 5-6
PRINT QUALITY FAULTS ............................................................ 5-7

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INTRODUCTION
Red Alerts
Red alerts are shown by a flashing red LED indicator on the alert switch and a
corresponding message displaying in the status/alert bar. They show the
presence of faults and stop the printer printing or prevent an unsafe condition
occurring. There are two types:
Non-recoverable
The jet will shut off (without following the normal sequencing). If the fault
condition is still present when acknowledged, the red LED will remain on and
the alert bar message will continue to show. If the fault condition has cleared
when acknowledged, the red LED will extinguish and the message will be
removed.
Recoverable
The printer attempts to recover - the red LED and the green LED on Start/
Stop button will flash. If the printer does manage to recover, the amber LED
will illuminate to inform the user of the status and the printer will be ready to
print. If the recovery was unsuccessful, the printer will switch to jet on only
with the red alert still raised. The red LED will only extinguish when the
alert is cleared.

Amber Alerts
Amber alerts are used to inform the operator that the printer is in need of
attention or that there are message handling errors.
If the fault condition is still present when acknowledged, the amber LED will
remain on and the alert bar message will show. If the fault condition has
cleared, the amber LED will extinguish and the alert bar message will be
removed.

Configurable Alerts
Some amber alerts can have their severity changed, or be switched off. To
configure alerts, please contact Domino Service.

Fault Acknowledgement
Depending on the alert, some messages are automatically cleared when the
condition is cleared although they will remain in the fault log list until the
user has acknowledged them (if the alert does not disappear from the list
when acknowledged, it means the problem still exists). If two or more alerts
exist simultaneously, the highest priority alert is displayed.
All reports are recorded in the error log, together with times of
acknowledgement and repair.

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ALERT / STATUS BAR MESSAGES

Alert/Status Bar

PRINTER STATES
Shown below are some of the more common printer states, these will be
shown in the status/alert bar at the bottom of the screen:
Status: Standby
The printer is in a standby state - the ink system is inactive but the user
interface can still be used to enter information.
Status: Getting ready to print
The printer is getting ready to print. Once this process has complete, the
printer should be in the Ready to Print status.
Status: Ready to Print
The printer is ready to print - as long as a message is online, the message will
print on receiving a product detect signal.
Status: Not Ready to Print
The printer is going from the Ready to Print status to either Jet on only or
Standby status.
Status: Heating
The printer is heating the print head to the optimum temperature for the ink
Status: Ink System Standby
The ink system is pressurised and active, but the jet is off.
Wake-up Mode Cycle Waiting
This is only applicable to Opaque ink systems and indicates that the Wake-up
software is on, this will change to status as below when running the pump.
Wake-up Mode Cycle Running
The Wake-up software is active. This will run the pump for 3 minutes in
every 20 minutes to stir the ink.

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PRINTER FAULTS
The following problems can have the suggested causes and remedies.

No Indicators Showing
Possible Cause Possible Remedy

Power failure. Restore power.

Fuse failure. Replace fuse (see page 7-28).

Machine Does Not Print

Possible Cause Possible Remedy

Message faulty. Check data entry.

Product detector (sensor) Check sensor.
disconnected or faulty.
Width control set too low. Reset width control.
Faulty Shaft Encoder. Check shaft encoder and
connector.
External stroke source selected Change to internal stroke source.
(where no encoder is fitted).
Send to Print button has not been Press Send to Print button on the
pressed membrane to send current message
to print.
Enable/Disable (Send to Print) This button will toggle printing
button has been pressed whilst in the within the Home screen, so only
Home screen necessary action is to press button
again.
The EHT has tripped Check the print head and clean if
necessary, if fault persists it may be
necessary to align the print head see
page 6-14.

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Print Position Incorrect

Possible Cause Possible Remedy

Print offset incorrect. Re-enter Print offset data.

Product detector/sensor misaligned. Re-align detector.
Spaces entered at start or end of Clear fixed spaces from input data.
message.
Printer displays "Print Trigger Increase the repeat pitch or
Occurred Whilst Printing". Either decrease the message length.
the repeat pitch is too short or the
message is too long.

Print Size Too Small

Possible Cause Possible Remedy

Character height adjustment Adjust print height.

incorrect.
Jet alignment with deflector plates Check jet alignment.
incorrect.
Ink Pressure too high. Check and reset pressure if
required.
Solvent on deflector plates (after Dry deflector plates.
cleaning).
Print head too close to product. Check position of print head.
Incorrect size nozzle fitted. Check and replace if necessary.

Gutter Over-flowing Ink

Possible Cause Possible Remedy

Gutter filter blocked. Replace gutter filter.

Gutter tube blocked. Wash down and clear gutter.
Air leak preventing vacuum at Check gutter circuit for leaks.
gutter.
Vacuum pump head faulty. Check/replace pump.
Pressure set incorrectly. Adjust pressure.

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PRINT QUALITY FAULTS

The following are examples of faulty printing. In most cases, further
investigations should begin with ensuring that the print head is clean and
properly aligned.

Head not mounted at 90 degrees to direction of product movement.

TP3060_1

Head too far from print surface.

TP3061_1

Pressure too low - note missing drops from some characters.

TP3062_1

Pressure too high - note drops coalescing on some characters.

TP3063_1

Incorrect break-up - satellites can be seen in the viewer and break- up is not
in correct position relative to charge electrode.

TP3064_1

Printed drops clipping edge of gutter - jet incorrectly aligned to gutter, or

print height too low.

TP3065_1

Phase error - see incorrect break-up fault (above).

TP3066_1

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CONTENTS
Page
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE ............................................... 6-3
INK SYSTEM - ACCESS .................................................................. 6-3
PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE REPORT .............................. 6-5
1(a) Make-up Filter Replacement ................................................... 6-7
1(b) Gutter Filter Replacement ...................................................... 6-8
1(c) Main Filter Replacement ........................................................ 6-8
1(d) Feed Filter Replacement ......................................................... 6-9
1(e) Damper Replacement - Opaque Printers ONLY ..................... 6-10
2. Air Filter Replacement ............................................................... 6-11
3. Manifold Seal Check .................................................................. 6-11
4(a) Check Operation of Cooling Fan ............................................ 6-12
4(b) Check Operation of the Positive Air Pump (If Fitted) ............. 6-12
5. Obtain Ink Information ............................................................. 6-12
6, 7, 8. Clean the cabinet and Check Connections ......................... 6-12
9(a). Jet Alignment Checks ............................................................. 6-13
9(b). Jet Alignment Procedure ........................................................ 6-14
9 (c). Jet Alignment Procedure (Duo) ............................................. 6-15
10. Pressure Window Check .......................................................... 6-16
11(a). Modulation Window Check ................................................. 6-16
12(a). Pump Speed Check .............................................................. 6-17
12(b) Duo Gutter Pump Check ..................................................... 6-18
13. Print Head Cleaning ................................................................ 6-19
14. Print Head Cleaning (Duo) ...................................................... 6-20
14. Obtain a Print Sample .............................................................. 6-21
15. Airdryer Service (If fitted) ......................................................... 6-21

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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
Maintenance falls into the following categories:
• Preventative Maintenance carried out at regular intervals
• General maintenance carried out as necessary
• Head alignment, if the print quality deteriorates
Preventative Maintenance falls into the following two categories:
• Procedures that can be carried out by the operator
• Procedures which must only be carried out by Domino trained
personnel. (This is indicated by the symbol shown in the margin).
However, Domino recommends that all maintenance procedures are carried
out by Domino trained personnel.
The list of procedures on page 6-5 are designed as preventative maintenance,
they should be carried out at the intervals indicated on the list (usually every
2000 hours).
For ink and make-up cartridge replacement, see page 4-7.

INK SYSTEM - ACCESS

WARNINGS: (1) When working on or near the printer,
protective clothing (especially safety glasses)
must be worn.
(2) Power to the printer must be removed before
carrying out any maintenance.
(3) If the printer is ever operated in a way that
allows it to print into a beaker, the beaker must
be made of conducting material and be
securely connected to earth (ground), as the
electrostatic charges on the ink drops used for
printing could cause a fire hazard.
(4) Smoking or the use of naked flames (or other
sources of ignition) in the vicinity of any inks
or solvents is highly dangerous and therefore
strictly inadvisable.
The ink system is contained on a tray in the ink compartment of the printer.
The door is released by twisting the latch on the door anti-clockwise. The
whole ink system can be withdrawn from the cabinet for maintenance
(remove cartridges first), by releasing the slotted screw in the centre front of
the tray and pulling the ink system forward using the metal handle in the

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centre (do not pull on any cables or pipes to do this, and ensure pipes and
cables are not snagged or trapped).
The ink system tray can then be placed in front of the cabinet for all round
access.

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PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE
REPORT
Note: The intervals shown below are set without knowledge of the
environmental conditions or ink type used. Managed maintenance
contracts may adjust the period between maintenance to provide optimal
performance. This may result in longer or shorter periods between
maintenance. Please refer to Domino for specific advice.

Serial Number Run Hours

Date M/C Configuration
2000* 4000 6000 8000
(1) Replace Filters:
(a) Make-up/Flush
(b) Gutter
(c) Main
(d) Feed**
(e) Damper (Opaque only)
(2) Replace Air Filter
(3) Check Manifold Seals
Replace Manifold Seals
(4) Check Operation:
(a) Cooling Fan
(b) Positive Air Pump
(5) Ink Information:
(a) Ink Temp
(b) Actual BFT
(c) Target BFT
(d) Ink Type
(e) Make-up Type
(6) Clean Cabinet of Excess Ink
Clean All Ink Off Motor
(7) Check All Plumbed Fittings &
Elec Conns in Ink Cabinet
(8) Check Conns to Print head

* Due to the 600 hour reservoir replacement intervals for Opaque printers, it is
acceptable to perform these preventative maintenance procedures at 1800 hour
intervals to tie in with the reservoir replacements.
**For Opaque printers, the feed filter is replaced every 2000 (1800) hours.

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Note: The following procedures must only be carried out by Domino trained
personnel.
2000* 4000 6000 8000
(9) Print head Settings:
(a) Jet Alignment Checks
(b) Jet Alignment Procedure
(10)Pressure Window Check
(11)Modulation Window Check
(12)Pump Speed Check
(13)Print head Cleaning
(14)Obtain a Print Sample
Note: An Airdryer can be fitted to A300+ and A200+ printers as an Option,
therefore, only carry out the following if an Airdryer is fitted.
(15)Airdryer Service (if required)

Gutter Pump Service (Duo Only)

Notes: (1) The following procedures must only be carried out by Domino trained
personnel.
(2) The replacement of the diaphragm and valves and replacement of the
complete pump unit should alternate at 8000 hour intervals, starting with
replacement of the diaphragm and valves at 8000 hours running time.
When replacing the diaphragm and valves refer to the Manufacturer’s
instructions for the NF30 Liquid Pump included in the diaphragm and valve
repair kit.
8000 16000
(1) Replace Diaphragm and Valves
(2) Replace Diaphragm Pump

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1(a) Make-up Filter Replacement

Notes: (1) Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch escaping ink.
11mm spanner (see step (7)).
Pipe cutters.
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses)
(2) When replacing a filter, a small length of tube is always lost, therefore,
ensure there is enough tube before replacing.
The make-up filter is a 10 micron filter with a tubular body and a flow
direction arrow on the side. Its input tube has a red marker. Keep the tube
connections high during fitting to avoid losing make-up.
The printer must be shut down and both cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Ensure the nuts are fitted loosely to the new filter.
(3) Cut through the ink tubes where they enter the nuts on the old filter.
Wrap the old filter in tissue and discard.
(4) Orientate the new filter using the direction arrow on the body of the
filter.
(5) Push the make-up tubes through the nuts on the filter until they stop at
the shoulder inside the filter.
(6) Hold the make-up tubes in place and tighten the nuts finger tight.
(7) Using a spanner, tighten the nuts by a further 1.5 turns.
(8) Refit the ink system

20 micron Disc Filter

(Gutter)

10 micron Tubular Filter

(Make-up)
AM_0037.tif

Filter Replacement

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1(b) Gutter Filter Replacement

Notes: (1) Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
11mm spanner (see step(7)).
Pipe cutters.
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
(2) When replacing a filter, a small length of tube is always lost, therefore,
ensure there is enough tube before replacing.
The gutter filter is a 20 micron disc filter.
The printer must be shut down and both cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Ensure the nuts are fitted loosely to the new filter.
(3) Cut through the ink tubes where they enter the nuts on the old filter.
Wrap the old filter in tissue and discard.
(4) Orientate the filter using the small flow direction arrow on the new
filter, it is on the shoulder next to one of the threads.
(5) Push the ink tubes through the nuts on the filter until they stop at the
shoulder inside the filter.
(6) Hold the ink tubes in place and tighten the nuts finger tight.
(7) Using a spanner, tighten the nuts by a further 1.5 turns.
(8) Refit the ink system.

1(c) Main Filter Replacement

CAUTION: Ensure the main filter is not mistaken for the damper
module as these parts are similar in appearance.
Notes: (1) This filter is replaced every 600 hours as part of the reservoir replacement
procedure, along with the damper module.
(2) Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
16mm spanner (see step (4))
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
(3) Filters must not be re-used.
The printer must be shut down and both cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Move the filter to the front of the ink system and make a note of the
pipe connections (see diagram on next page).
(3) Remove the bungs from the new filter and retain for use on the old
filter.

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(4) Remove the connectors from the old filter and fit to the new filter in
the same orientation (as noted in step (2)). The connections should be
finger tight, then tightened 1.5 turns with a spanner.
(5) Fit the bungs removed in step (3) to the old filter.
(6) The filter will now need bleeding at low pressure as follows:
(a) Enter the Machine Set-up area and select the Service button.
(b) Select Diagnostics, then Test Routines.
(c) A list of test routine options will be displayed, use the up/down
Diagnostics
cursors to scroll to the Bleed Filter option and select Run Test.
(d) The printer will now automatically run the printer at a low pressure
Test
Routines
to bleed any air from the ink system. Allow this routine to
complete, following any on-screen instructions.
(7) Replace the filter to its original position and refit the cartridges.

Inlet

AM_0038.eps Main Filter Replacement

1(d) Feed Filter Replacement - 8000 HOURS

ONLY (2000 hours for Opaque)
CAUTIONS: (1) This filter must only be replaced after 8000 hours and
NOT every 2000 hours.
(2) For Opaque printers, this filter is replaced every 2000 hours.
Notes: (1) Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
10mm & 11mm spanners.
Pipe cutters.
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
(2) When replacing a filter, a small length of pipe is always lost, therefore,
ensure there is enough pipe before replacing.
The feed filter is a special 10 micron filter fitted into the ink management
block.
The printer must be shut down and both cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Ensure the nut is fitted loosely to the new filter.
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(4) Unscrew the old filter from the ink management block, wrap it in tissue
and discard.
(5) Fit the new filter to the block and tighten.
(6) Hold the ink tube in place and tighten the nut finger tight.
(7) Using a spanner, tighten the nut by a further 1.5 turns.
(8) Run the printer with the jet on for 5 minutes, to allow ink to circulate
through the filter. Check for leaks.
(9) Switch the printer off and refit the cartridges and the ink system.
Feed Filter

AM_0039.eps
Feed Filter Replacement

1(e) Damper Replacement - Opaque Printers

ONLY
CAUTION: Ensure the damper is not mistaken for the main filter as
these parts are similar in appearance.
Notes: (1) The damper is replaced every 600 hours as part of the reservoir
replacement procedure, along with the feed filter.
(2) Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
16mm spanner (see step (4))
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
(3) Damper must not be re-used.
The printer must be shut down and both cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull out the ink system.

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(2) Move the damper to the front of the ink system and make a note of the
pipe connections (see diagram on next page).
(3) Remove the bungs from the new damper and retain for use on the old
damper.
(4) Remove the connectors from the old damper and fit to the new damper
in the same orientation (as noted in step (2)). The connections should
be finger tight, then tightened 1.5 turns with a spanner.
(5) Fit the bungs removed in step (3) to the old damper.
(6) The damper will now need bleeding at low pressure as follows:
(a) Enter the Machine Set-up area and select the Service button.
(b) Select Diagnostics, then Test Routines.
(c) A list of test routine options will be displayed, use the up/down
cursors to scroll to the Bleed Filter option and select Run Test.
Diagnostics
(d) The printer will now automatically run the printer at a low pressure
Test to bleed any air from the ink system. Allow this routine to
Routines
complete, following any on-screen instructions.
(7) Replace the damper to its original position and refit the cartridges.

Outlet

MG300_1
Damper Replacement

2. Air Filter Replacement

The air filter is designed not to be cleaned, it must be replaced. To replace the
air filter, pull out the old filter (situated at the side of the electronics
compartment) and slide in the new filter, making sure that it is fitted in the
same orientation as the old one (with tab at the bottom).

3. Manifold Seal Check

Remove the cartridges and wipe round the seals using the appropriate solvent.
Check for any signs of wear or cracking. In the event of cracks or splits,
replace the seals.

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4(a) Check Operation of Cooling Fan

At the rear left of the ink cabinet, check for a gentle air flow into the cabinet
from the fan.

4(b) Check Operation of the Positive Air Pump (If

Fitted)
At the print head, check for a small air pressure from the positive air pipe.

5. Obtain Ink Information

The ink information can be obtained from the following area: Machine Set-up
> Service > System Config. > Hardware > Ink system. The Ink and Make-up
types can be obtained from the cartridges, or by selecting Ink Details.

6, 7, 8. Clean the cabinet and Check

Connections
With the power off, clean the cabinet, including the motor, of any excess ink.
Check all connections in the ink cabinet (plumbed and electrical), and all
connections to the print head.

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Note: The following procedures must only be carried out by Domino trained
personnel.

9(a). Jet Alignment Checks

With the jet running, check the position that it enters the gutter as shown in
the following diagram. If incorrect, carry out the jet alignment procedure on
page 6-14 for A-Series and page 6-15 for A-Series Duo.

Drop Generator
(Generic drop
generator shown)
Jet Alignment in
Charge Electrode

Jet Alignment with

Deflector Plates

1mm

Pinpoint

1mm

Pinpoint

90% 75%
ID Jet
ID
Jet Alignment in Gutter

Jet to be set 25% of gutter AM_0175

diameter from gutter wall
(A-Series Plus and Duo)

Head Alignments

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9(b). Jet Alignment Procedure

Locking Alignment
Print head Rear Screw Cam

AM_0043.tif
AM_0042.tif

Alignment
Screw (rear of
locking screw)

Gutter

Jet
AM_0044.tif

AM_0041a.eps Ink Jet Alignment into Gutter

(1) From the Machine Set-up menu, select Service > Diagnostics > Jet
Options. Set Jet on only? to Yes and press the Sequence On key
(2) Loosen the locking screw.
(3) Adjust the screw at the print head rear so that the jet is in the centre of
Diagnostics
the gutter, when viewed from the side.
Jet
Options (4) Adjust the cam so that the jet is just inside the left side of the gutter
when viewed from the front, tighten the locking screw when finished.

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9 (c). Jet Alignment Procedure (Duo)

Print head Rear Locking Adjustment Side
Screws block adjustment
Screw

Forward/
Backwards
adjustment
Screws

Side
adjustment
Screw
Locking
Screws

APD_0010.eps APD_0009.eps

Gutter

Jet
APD_0007.eps APD_0008.eps

Ink Jet Alignment into Gutter

Note: Tools required: 1.5mm hex key.

(1) Using the hex key unscrew the rear locking screw so that it is flush with
the inside of the adjustment block.
(2) From the Machine Set-up menu, select Service > Diagnostics.
(3) Toggle through the screen selections to Alignment and select Next.
Diagnostics

(4) Select the Jet to align (Jet 1 or Jet 2) and toggle the state to On.
Alignment
(5) Using the front mounted Forwards/Backwards adjustment screw, adjust
Next the jet so it is in the centre of the gutter when viewed from the side.
(6) Adjust the side adjustment screw so that the jet is just inside the left side
of the gutter when viewed from the front as shown on page 6-13.
(7) Re-tighten the back locking screw to lock the assembly.
(8) Repeat for the second jet if required.

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10. Pressure Window Check

The pressure window is the range of usable ink pressure that the printer can
be set to, before print quality becomes unacceptable.
The printer should operate at approximately 2700mbar for 75 micron,
3000mbar for 60 micron printers and 4000mbar for Pinpoint with a message
that uses all available lines.
With the printer in a ready to print status:
(1) Enter the Machine Set-up menu and select Service > Adjustment >
Pressure.
(2) This screen will show details of the current pressure information. Note
that the original pressure setpoint is displayed at the bottom of the
Adjustment
screen.
Pressure (3) Increment the pressure by 25mbar increments using the + key, taking a
print sample each time using the Print Once key. Continue until print
quality becomes unacceptable, it is then possible to reduce the pressure
in 1mbar steps to get a more accurate window.
(4) Return the pressure to the original setpoint, then do the same process
but decrementing the pressure.
(5) The pressure should now be set to the midpoint of the pressure window.
Note: A typical window is ±300mbar.

11(a). Modulation Window Check

This is a similar process to the pressure window, but adjusts the modulation
voltage to ascertain an acceptable print window.
With the printer in a ready to print state:
(1) Enter the Machine Set-up menu and select Service > Adjustment >
Modulation.
(2) This screen will show details of the current modulation information.
Note that the original modulation setpoint is displayed at the bottom of
the screen.
Adjustment
(3) Increment the modulation voltage by approximately 10V at a time using
Modulation
the + key, taking a print sample each time using the Print Once key.
Continue until print quality becomes unacceptable, it is then possible to
reduce the modulation voltage in 1V steps to get a more accurate
window.
(4) Return the modulation to the original setpoint, then do the same
process but decrementing the modulation.
(5) If there is no issue with the print quality, then it is advisable to set the
Modulation setpoint to the Modulation Level.

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Note: For Duo printers the modulation level can be individually set for each
drop generator. A modulation window must therefore be set for each jet.
Refer to page 3-58.

12(a). Pump Speed Check

Note: This test should be carried out at an ambient temperature of 25ºC.
However, if the ambient room temperature is higher then the pump speed
will also be higher, and if the ambient temperature is lower then the pump
speed will be lower.
Turn the Jet on:

(1) Enter the Jet Option screen (Machine Set-up > Service > Diagnostics > Jet
Options) Set Jet Running by selecting Sequence to - Jet Running and press
the Sequence to button.
Diagnostics

Jet
Options

Sequence
to

(2) Once the jet has established itself in the gutter, make a note of the pump
speed, this can be found in the Adjustment screen:

Machine Set-up > Service > Adjustment. If the speed is 3500rpm

(2800rpm for Opaque) or above it would be advisable to change the
pump.

Adjustment
Note: Gutter pump speed relates to Duo printers only.

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12(b) Duo Gutter Pump Check

The Duo printer has a separate gutter pump which is automatically controlled
by the software at a speed of 2300 rpm. Over speed and under speed warnings
are given if the speed deviates more than 250 rpm from this setting. Under
normal circumstances the pump requires no maintenance.
Should an under speed condition occur then the pump connections should be
checked. If no fault is found then the pump should be replaced. If an over
speed condition occurs then it is also advisable to replace the pump. It is
recommended that the Gutter pump is routinely replaced after every 10,000
hours continuous service.
Symptoms of a failing Gutter pump are a partial or total loss of gutter
clearance that cannot be attributed to:
(a) Blocked or kinked pipework
(b) Partly blocked gutter filter
(c) Ink too viscous (out of range)
A diaphragm failure will result in a total failure of the gutter suction.
It is possible to check for correct gutter function at the beginning of Sequence
On. A small amount of Make Up can be squirted into the gutter, and an
audible suction noise will be heard.

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13. Print Head Cleaning

The printer must be shut down. Fit the print head into the maintenance
holster.

(1) Wash down the gutter. Dry the

wet areas with lint-free tissue.
(2) If required, also wash down the
deflector plates, avoiding wetting
the Charge Electrode.
If the Charge Electrode needs cleaning:
(3) Undo the securing screw and pull
the electrode gently away from its
mounting.
(4) Wet a piece of paper with wash
and draw it through the slot in the
Charge Electrode. Any ink residue Charge
Electrode
in the slot will stain the paper.
Wash the rest of the electrode.
(5) Draw some dry paper through the
slot and dry the rest of the
electrode. Ensure that no traces of
paper remain in the slot.
(6) Refit the Charge Electrode and Deflector
Plates Gutter
tighten the securing screw.
Refit the print head into its holster. AM_0045.eps

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14. Print Head Cleaning (Duo)

The printer must be shut down. Fit the print head into the maintenance
holster.

(1) Wash down the area around the

two gutters. Dry the wet areas
with lint-free tissue.
(2) If required, also wash down the
deflector plates, avoiding wetting
the Charge Electrodes. Dry the
deflector plates.
The Duo printer has two charge
electrodes. If a Charge Electrode needs Securing
cleaning: screw

(3) Undo the securing screw and pull

the electrode gently away from its
mounting.
Charge
(4) Wet a piece of paper with wash Electrodes
and draw it through the slot in the
Charge Electrode. Any ink residue
in the slot will stain the paper. Securing
screw
Wash the rest of the electrode. Deflector
Plates
(5) Draw some dry paper through the
slot and dry the rest of the
electrode. Ensure that no traces of
paper remain in the slot. AD_0001.eps

(6) Refit the Charge Electrode and

tighten the securing screw.
Refit the print head into its holster.

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14. Obtain a Print Sample

Obtain a print sample (instructions are given on page 10-16) and check the
quality of the print. Keep this sample and attach it to the maintenance sheet.

15. Airdryer Service (If fitted)

For the relevant information on 2000/4000 hour service, refer to the Airdryer
Appendix.

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CONTENTS
Page
PRINT HEAD REPAIR ................................................................... 7-3
Nozzle Plate Removal and Cleaning .............................................. 7-3
Drive Rod Replacement ................................................................ 7-4
Drop Generator Replacement ........................................................ 7-6
Drop Generator Replacement (Duo) .............................................. 7-8
Removal .................................................................................... 7-9
Replacement ............................................................................. 7-10
Thermal Sensor Replacement ........................................................ 7-11
Strobe Assembly Replacement ....................................................... 7-12
Pinpoint Strobe Assembly Replacement ..................................... 7-13
Charge Electrode Replacement ...................................................... 7-14
Charge Electrode Replacement (Duo) ............................................ 7-15
Charge Electrode Alignment .......................................................... 7-17
Deflector Plate Replacement (Standard A-Series and Pinpoint) ...... 7-19
Deflector Plate Alignment (Standard A-Series and Pinpoint) ......... 7-21
Deflector Plate Replacement (Duo) ............................................... 7-22
Deflector Plate Alignment (Duo) .................................................... 7-24
Gutter Pipe and Sensor Replacement ............................................. 7-25
ELECTRONIC SYSTEM REPAIRS ................................................ 7-27
Access ............................................................................................ 7-27
Power Supply Unit Replacement ................................................... 7-28
Fuse Replacement .......................................................................... 7-29
Standard Interface PCB Replacement ............................................. 7-30
Keyboard and Bezel Replacement .................................................. 7-31
Front Panel PCB Replacement ....................................................... 7-32
LCD Assembly Replacement ......................................................... 7-33
SVGA Touchscreen and Bezel Replacement ................................... 7-34
SVGA Invertor PCB and Cable Assembly Replacement ................. 7-35
SVGA Front Panel PCB Replacement ............................................ 7-36
SVGA Cable Assembly Replacement .............................................. 7-37
Ink System Interface PCB Replacement ......................................... 7-38
Electronics Subrack Replacement ................................................... 7-39

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Fan Replacement ........................................................................... 7-40

INK SYSTEM REPAIRS .................................................................. 7-41
Pump Assembly Replacement ........................................................ 7-41
Gutter Pump Assembly Replacement (Duo Only) .......................... 7-42
Solenoid Valve Replacement .......................................................... 7-45
Pressure Sensor Replacement ......................................................... 7-46
Peltier Assembly Replacement ........................................................ 7-47
Ink Temperature Sensor Replacement ............................................ 7-48
Pressure Relief Valve (1psi) Refurbishment ..................................... 7-49
Viscometer Replacement ............................................................... 7-50
Jet Pump Refurbishment ................................................................ 7-51
Opaque Jet Pump Refurbishment ................................................ 7-52
Main Filter Replacement ................................................................ 7-53

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PRINT HEAD REPAIR

CAUTION: Do not leave opaque printers switched off for longer than
necessary.

Nozzle Plate Removal and Cleaning

WARNINGS: (1) Never start the printer with the nozzle plate
removed.
(2) Under certain fault conditions, the ink in the
feed tubes and drop generator could remain
under pressure when the printer is switched
off. To protect against escaping ink, place
tissue around the nozzle plate before releasing
the securing screws, or around an ink feed tube
junction before disconnection.
CAUTION: In the following procedure, except where specified, do not
touch the head valve plunger or the nozzle jewel (in the
middle of the nozzle plate) with the fingers.
The print head must be removed from its holster. Remove the nozzle plate as
follows.

Captive Screws

Drop Generator

Chassis
O-ring

Nozzle Plate

AM_0046.eps
Removing the Nozzle Plate
(1) At the rear of the print head, unscrew the two captive screws (contained
within the black rubber grommets) securing the drop generator.
(2) Pull the drop generator gently away from the chassis sufficiently to allow
access to the nozzle plate screws. Avoid pulling on the wiring.
(3) Remove the four screws securing the nozzle plate. Pull the nozzle plate
off its locating pins and remove.

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To clean the nozzle, put the nozzle plate into a clean beaker filled with the
appropriate wash. Stand the beaker in an ultrasonic bath filled with water.
Switch on the ultrasonic bath and clean the nozzle plate for not more than 10
minutes. If the nozzle is to be changed, ensure that the new nozzle is the
correct type. Replace the nozzle plate as follows:
(4) Wash the face of the drop generator and the tip of the head valve
plunger where it projects from the drop generator. Gently press the tip
of the plunger into the drop generator to ensure that it moves freely.
(5) Ensure that the O-ring is in place on the face of the drop generator,
then fit the nozzle plate to the drop generator. The plate must be the
correct way round so that the screw holes correspond and the plate fits
onto the locating pins. Tighten the screws as far as possible.
(6) Refit the drop generator onto its mounting, ensuring that it is correctly
fitted onto the locating pins. At the rear of the head, tighten the two
securing screws.

Drive Rod Replacement

The printer must be shut down and the print head removed from its holster.
Special drive rod clamp nut and drop generator spanners will be required (see
page 8-2, Tools).
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover.
(2) Trace the wire from the drive rod to its connection at the conduit
wiring in the upper part of the head.

Cover
Seal
Connectors

Sleeving

Connectors

Bulkhead Seal

AM_0047.eps

Print Head Wiring

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(3) Cut the heatshrink sleeving around the connection and disconnect the
drive rod wire.
Note: Loosen each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn to
ease removal/replacement of wires.
(4) Cut off the connector on the drive rod wire. Pull the wire back
through the cable gland (which it shares with other wires) to the drive
rod.
CAUTION: The following steps should be carried out using a drive rod
spanner and a drop generator spanner (see page 8-2). Do
not rely on the attachment of the drop generator to the print
head chassis for support.
(5) Carefully pull off the drive rod cap and, using drive rod and drop
generator spanners, remove the drive rod nut from the drop generator
and pull out the drive rod. Retrieve the cap and clamp nut for future
use.

Drive Rod Cap

Drive Rod Clamp Nut

Drive Rod

O-ring

AM_0048.eps
Removing the Drive Rod

(6) Clean the recess in the drop generator and replace the drive rod O-ring.
(7) Fit the drive rod clamp nut and cap over the drive rod wire. Fit the
drive rod into the drop generator and tighten the clamp nut firmly but
not excessively. Refit the drive rod cap.
(8) Pass the drive rod wire through the cable gland (see step (4)) into the
upper part of the head.
Note: Tighten each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn.
Do not overtighten.
(9) Fit a new connector to the drive rod wire and fit a new piece of
heatshrink sleeving onto the drive rod wire.

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(10)Connect the drive rod wire into the conduit wiring and use a heat gun
to tighten the sleeving over the connectors.
(11)Ensure seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper part of
the head.

Drop Generator Replacement

The printer must be shut down and the print head removed from its holster.
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover.
(2) Trace the wires from the drive rod, the head solenoid valve, heater,
thermal sensor and earth tag to their connections in the upper part of
the head (see page 7-4).

Blue Bleed Pipe

Captive Screws
(Rear of Chassis)

Drop Generator

Green Flush Pipe

Red Feed Pipe

AM_0049.eps

Drop Generator Removal

(3) Cut the heatshrink sleeving around the connections and disconnect the
wires.
Note: Loosen each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn to
ease removal/replacement of cable glands.
(4) Trace the wires to their cable glands in the bulkhead seal. Carefully
push the cable glands out of the bulkhead seal in the direction of the
drop generator.
(5) At the rear of the print head, unscrew the two screws securing the drop
generator. These screws are captive and will remain in place. When the
drop generator is free, remove it from the print head.
Note: Before removing the pipes in the following step, ensure that enough pipe
will remain after trimming.

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(6) Carefully cut along the length of the barbs on the drop generator to
remove the pipes.
(7) On the drop generator, remove the four screws securing the nozzle
plate. Pull the nozzle plate off its locating pins and remove to a clean,
safe place.
(8) Cut off the connector on the drive rod wire. Pull the wire back
through the cable gland (which it shares with other wires) to the drive
rod.
CAUTION: The following steps should be carried out using a drive rod
spanner and a drop generator spanner (see page 8-2).
(9) Carefully pull off the drive rod cap and, using drive rod and drop
generator spanners, remove the drive rod nut from the drop generator
and pull out the drive rod. Retrieve the cap and clamp nut for future
use.
(10)Fit the drive rod clamp nut and cap over the drive rod wire. Fit the
drive rod into the replacement drop generator and tighten the clamp
nut firmly but not excessively. Refit the drive rod cap.
(11)Pass the drive rod wire through the cable gland and fit a new connector.
(12)Fit the drop generator into the print head (but do not secure with the
fixing screws) and pass the wires up through the bulkhead seal into the
upper part of the head. Carefully push the cable glands on the wiring
into the bulkhead seal.
Notes: (1) Tighten each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn.
Do not overtighten.
(2) In the following step, ensure that the pipes cover both of the barbs.
(13)Using pipe cutters to ensure a clean square cut, trim the pipes removed
in step (6) and push over the barbs, for pipe positions see diagram on
page 7-6.
(14)Clean the nozzle and replace.
(15)Fit the drop generator into position and secure with the fixing screws.
(16)Fit heatshrink sleeving over the wires in the upper part of the head and
connect the wires to the conduit wiring. Use a heat gun to tighten the
heatshrink over the connectors.
(17)Ensure seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper part of
the head.
The drop generator replacement is now complete. Check the jet alignment
when the printer is next started up.

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Drop Generator Replacement (Duo)

The printer must be shut down using a Sequence Off involving a full flush. Fit
the print head into the maintenance holster.
Note: Tools required: 1.5mm hex key, Pozidrive screwdriver, 3mm nut spinner,
thin nosed pliers, container to hold small parts.
WARNING: The printer must be shut down using a
Sequence Off before carrying out this
procedure.

Cover Seal

Cover Screws x 6

Manifold Screws
(2 per Drop Generator)

APD_0012.eps
Cover and Manifold Removal

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Alignment
adjustment
Screw

Mult-Pin Connector

Tensioning
Spring

Securing Nut

Cable Gland

Insulating
Washer

Insulating
Spacer
Right Drop
Generator
(Jet 2)

APD_0011.eps

Drop Generator Removal

Removal
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and pulling the cover and seal away. This
exposes the PCB.
(2) Remove the multi-pin connector for the drop generator from the PCB.
(3) Using a screwdriver or similar implement, push the cable gland
downwards through the bulkhead and out from the circuit board
compartment.
(4) Feed the multi-pin connector through the hole and out of the circuit
board compartment.
(5) Using the 1.5mm hex key, undo the two screws that secure the drop
generator manifold. Remove the manifold and push the feed pipes
upwards to clear the drop generator assembly.

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(6) Using a nut spinner remove the drop generator securing nut and
insulating washer from the rear of the print head.
(7) Using the 1.5mm hex key, undo the forwards/backwards alignment
adjustment screw, the side adjustment screw and the locking screw until
they are flush with the inside of the adjustment block (see page 6-15).
(8) Using a pair of thin nosed pliers unclip the tensioning spring from the
drop generator.
(9) The drop generator can now be removed by pushing the securing bolt
out from the print head, clear of the insulating spacer, and pulling
downwards away from the adjustment block. Ensure the insulating
spacer remains in position.
Replacement
(1) Slide the alignment end of the drop generator into the adjustment
block.
(2) Feed the securing shaft into the insulating spacer in the print head. This
may require gentle bending to align the hole with the spacer. Push the
securing shaft fully home.
(3) Insert the spring into the securing hole.
(4) Attach the insulating spacer and securing nut to the securing shaft and
gently tighten.
(5) Attach the manifold to the drop generator and secure using the two hex
screws.
(6) Feed the multi-pin connector through the hole in the bulkhead into the
upper part of the head and plug into the PCB.
(7) Push the cable gland into the hole.
(8) Tighten the forwards/backwards alignment screw so that the drop
generator is positioned approximately mid way in the adjustment block.
(9) Tighten the sideways adjustment screw with respect to the note below.
Note: Following installation of the drop generator, it will require alignment. To
minimize the spillage of ink, it is advised to position the jet to miss the
gutter and pass through the printing slot in the base where the ink can be
caught by a container suspended under the print head. With this
arrangement the jet can be incrementally aligned to the correct position.
(10)The drop generator is now installed and will require alignment as page
6-15.

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Thermal Sensor Replacement

The printer must be shut down and the print head removed from its holster.
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover.
(2) Trace the wire from the thermal sensor up to its connection to the
conduit wiring in the upper part of the head (see page 7-4).
(3) Cut the heatshrink sleeving around the connection and disconnect the
thermal sensor wire.

Thermal Sensor

AM_0050.eps Thermal Sensor Removal

Note: Loosen each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn to
ease removal/replacement of wires.
(4) Cut off the connector on the thermal sensor wire. Pull the wire back
through the cable gland (which it shares with other wires) to the
thermal sensor.
(5) Unscrew the sensor and remove from the drop generator.
(6) Screw the replacement thermal sensor into the drop generator.
(7) Pass the thermal sensor wire through the cable gland (see step (4)) into
the upper part of the head.
Note: Tighten each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn.
Do not overtighten.
(8) Fit a new connector to the thermal sensor wire and fit a new piece of
heatshrink sleeving onto the wire.
(9) Connect the thermal sensor wire into the conduit wiring and use a heat
gun to tighten the sleeving over the connectors.
(10)Ensure seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper part of
the head.

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Strobe Assembly Replacement

The printer must be shut down and the print head removed from its holster.
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover.
(2) Trace the wires from the strobe to their connections at the conduit
wiring in the upper part of the head (see page 7-4).
(3) Cut the heatshrink sleeving around the connections and disconnect the
strobe assembly wires.
Note: Loosen each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn to
ease removal/replacement of cable glands.
(4) Trace the wires to their cable gland in the bulkhead seal. Carefully push
the cable gland out of the bulkhead seal in the direction of the drop
generator.
The strobe is part of the charge electrode mount, and therefore it is the mount
which must be replaced as follows:
(5) Remove the screw securing the charge electrode and lift off the
electrode.
(6) At the rear of the print head, remove the screws securing the charge
electrode mount.

Screw
Drop Generator Mount

Strobe Assembly
Pivot
Strobe Assembly
Fixing Screws

AM_0051.eps

Strobe Removal

(7) Unscrew the screws securing the drop generator and lift the drop
generator away from the head.
(8) Remove the screw at the rear of the print head.
(9) Remove the charge electrode mount from the print head.

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(10)Fit the new charge electrode mount into the head and refit the securing
screws. Note that when the repair is complete, it will be necessary to re-
align the charge electrode.
(11)Refit and secure the drop generator.
(12)Refit and secure the charge electrode.
(13)Fit the strobe wires to pass through the bulkhead seal into the upper
part of the head. Carefully push the cable gland on the wiring into the
bulkhead seal.
Note: Tighten each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn.
Do not overtighten.
(14)Fit a heatshrink sleeving onto the charge electrode wires and connect
the wires into the conduit wiring. Use a heat gun to tighten the
heatshrink sleeving around the connectors.
(15)Ensure seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper part of
the head.
Pinpoint Strobe Assembly Replacement
The Pinpoint strobe assembly is mounted onto the charge electrode carrier,
therefore replacement is as follows:
Follow the procedure for Strobe Assembly Replacement above to step (4),
then continue as below:
(5) Remove the screw securing the strobe assembly to the charge electrode
carrier, and remove the strobe assembly.
(6) Fit a new strobe assembly and follow the above procedure from step
(13).

Charge Electrode Mount

Strobe Assembly

Strobe Assembly
Fixing Screw

AM_0052.eps

Strobe Removal

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Charge Electrode Replacement

The printer must be shut down, isolated from mains power and the print head
removed from its holster.
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover.
(2) Trace the wires from the charge electrode to their connections at the
conduit wiring in the upper part of the head (see page 7-4).
(3) Cut the heatshrink sleeving around the connections and disconnect the
electrode wires.
CAUTION: During the following steps, do not touch the charge electrode
mounting plate screws at the rear of the chassis, behind the
charge electrode. These screws hold the plate in a preset
position.
Note: Loosen each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn to
ease removal/replacement of cable glands.
(4) Trace the wires to their cable gland in the bulkhead seal. Carefully push
the cable gland out of the bulkhead seal in the direction of the charge
electrode.
(5) Remove the single screw in the charge electrode and pull off the charge
electrode.
(6) Fit the new charge electrode onto the mounting pillars and secure with
the fixing screw. Ensure the charge electrode is correct for the printer
(see page 8-6).
(7) Pass the charge electrode wiring along the print head chassis and
through the hole in the bulkhead seal (see step (4)) into the upper part
of the head. Carefully push the cable gland on the wiring into the
bulkhead seal.
Note: Tighten each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn.
Do not overtighten.
(8) Fit heatshrink sleeving onto the charge electrode wires and connect the
wires into the conduit wiring (see step (2)). Use a heat gun to tighten
the heatshrink sleeving around the connectors.
(9) Ensure seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper part of
the head.
CAUTION: Take care when starting up the printer. If a new charge
electrode has been fitted, it may be necessary to adjust the
position of the charge electrode (see below).

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Charge Electrode Replacement (Duo)

The printer must be shut down, isolated from mains power and the print head
removed from its holster.
Note: Tools Required: 1.5mm Hex key, Pozidrive screwdriver, thin blade or
small flat bladed screwdriver.
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover. This exposes the
PCB.
(2) Remove the single screw in the charge electrode and pull off the charge
electrode from its mounting pillars.
(3) Remove the upper multi-pin connector from the PCB.
(4) Undo the two screws that secure the PCB in the upper part of the head
and pull the PCB away.
(5) Trace the wires from the charge electrode to their connections on the
PCB. As the charge electrode is detached from the head it is possible to
pull some cable into the working area if required.
(6) Remove the multi-pin connector from the bottom of the PCB.
(7) Using a thin blade or screwdriver lift the locating pin that secures the
thin wire connection in the multi-pin connector and withdraw the
connector.
(8) On the underside of the PCB, use the thin nosed pliers to pull the
charge electrode connector off the PCB. Use minimum force on the
connector to avoid damage to the connector and PCB.
(9) Trace the two wires to their cable gland in the bulkhead seal. Carefully
push the cable gland out of the bulkhead seal in the direction of the
charge electrode.
(10)Remove the old charge electrode.
(11)Pass the new charge electrode wiring along the print head chassis and
through the hole in the bulkhead seal into the upper part of the head.
Carefully push the cable gland into the bulkhead.
(12)Push the thicker wire into the PCB connector. Ensure it is securely
connected. Use minimum force on the connector to avoid damage to
the connector and PCB.
(13)Push the thin wire crimped connector into the multi-pin connector
until it clicks into position.

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(14)Refit the upper and lower multi-pin connectors to the PCB and screw
the PCB back into the upper head compartment. Ensure that wires are
not trapped under the PCB.
(15)Fit the new charge electrode onto the mounting pillars and secure with
the fixing screw.
(16)Ensure the seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper
part of the head.
(17)Align the charge electrode as described page 7-17.

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Charge Electrode Alignment

Note: The Duo printer has two charge electrodes. Each can be individually
aligned following this procedure.
The printer must be shut down, but ready to run. The print head must be
removed from its holster and fitted into a maintenance bracket. A 1.5mm ball
driver or hexagon key will be required.
The charge electrode must be adjusted so that the ink jet is in the centre of
the charge electrode slot and runs parallel with the slot. Adjustment should
only be necessary when a charge electrode or the charge electrode mounting
is replaced. To correct a slight misalignment of the jet in the charge electrode
slot, it should only be necessary to start from step (5).
(1) Loosen the charge electrode fixing screw and lift the electrode off its
mounting pillars, clear of the jet position.
(2) Start the ink jets only (see page 3-56).

Charge Electrode Mounting

Plate Securing Screws

AM_0053.eps

Charge Electrode Adjustment

APD_0003.eps
Charge Electrode Mounting
Plate Securing Screws
Duo Charge Electrode Adjustment

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(3) Carefully slide the charge electrode onto its mounting pillars, watching
the ink jet and its position in the charge electrode slot. If the ink jet
collides with the charge electrode, pull off the electrode and adjust the
position of the mount as in the next step.
Note: If at any time ink loss is sufficient to cause a gutter fault, the jet will stop
automatically. Clean the print head and restart the jet. This procedure can
be carried out as instructed in the Jet Alignment Option which stops the
gutter fault occuring. Refer to page 6-14 for Single Jet printers and page
6-15 for Duo printers.
(4) At the rear of the print head, slacken the screws securing the charge
electrode mount. Move the charge electrode to a position where it is
possible to slide the charge electrode onto its mounting pillars without
contact with the ink jet. Tighten the mount securing screws
sufficiently to secure the charge electrode.
(5) Inspect the position of the ink jet in the charge electrode slot. With the
mounting plate fixing screws sufficiently loose to allow movement of
the charge electrode, adjust the electrode until the ink jet is in the
correct position in the slot.
(6) At the rear of the print head, tighten the mounting plate fixing screws.
Re-check the position of the jet in the charge electrode slot.
The adjustment is now complete. If necessary clean the print head.

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Deflector Plate Replacement (Standard A-Series

and Pinpoint)
The printer must be shut down and the print head removed from its holster.
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover.

AM_0055.eps
Deflector Plate

A-Series Pinpoint
AM_0054.eps

Removing the Deflector Plates

(2) Trace the wires from the deflector plates to their connections at the
conduit wiring in the upper part of the head (see page 7-4).
(3) Cut the heatshrink sleeving around the connections and disconnect the
deflector plate wires.
Note: Loosen each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn to
ease removal/replacement of cable glands.
(4) Trace the wires to their cable gland in the bulkhead seal. Carefully push
the cable gland out of the bulkhead seal in the direction of the deflector
plates.
(5) Remove the screws securing the deflector plates to the chassis and
remove the plates from the head.
(6) Insert the new deflector plates and wiring into the head.

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(7) Fit each deflector plate to the chassis and fit and tighten its securing
screws.
(8) Pass the deflector plate wiring along the print head chassis and up
through the hole in the bulkhead seal (see step (4)) into the upper part
of the head. Carefully push the cable gland on the wiring into the
bulkhead seal.
Note: Tighten each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn.
Do not overtighten.
(9) Fit heatshrink sleeving onto the deflector plate wires and connect the
wires into the conduit wiring (see step (2)). Use a heat gun to tighten
the heatshrink sleeving around the connectors.
(10)Ensure seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper part of
the head.
(11)Check the alignment of the plates to the ink jet and adjust if necessary
as follows:

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Deflector Plate Alignment (Standard A-Series

and Pinpoint)
Notes: (1) Alignment of Pinpoint plates only requires that the plates are level.
(2) A special tool, Domino part number 36999 should be used to align the
deflector plates, however, if this is not available carry out the alignment as
follows.
With the printer on, switch on the jet only (see page 3-56).
(1) With the jet correctly aligned in the gutter, set the negative (right hand)
plate 1mm away from and parallel to the jet.
(2) Turn the jet off, and align the positive (left hand) plate to the negative
plate as follows:
(a) The top of the plate should be 4mm from the negative plate.
(b) The bottom of the plate should be 6mm from the negative plate.
(c) If aligning pinpoint plates, the positive plate should be parallel and
4mm away from the negative plate.
If using the tool, place it in the print head between the gutter block and the
deflector plates so that the angled plate (positive) is on the left hand side.
Tighten the deflector plate screws on the rear of the head.

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Deflector Plate Replacement (Duo)

The printer must be shut down and isolated from the mains supply and the
print head removed from its holster.
Note: Tools and materials required: Pozidrive screwdriver, 1.5mm hex key, heat
gun, heat shrink.
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover.

Deflector Plates

APD_0006.eps

Removing the Deflector Plates

(2) Remove the two drop generator multi-pin connectors and the top
multi pin connector from the PCB and undo the two Pozidrive screws.
Lift the PCB away from the head to expose the internal wiring.
(3) Trace the wires from the deflector plates to their connections at the
conduit wiring in the upper part of the head (see page 7-4).
(4) Cut the heatshrink sleeving around the connections and disconnect the
deflector plate wires.
(5) Trace the wires to their cable gland in the bulkhead seal. Carefully pull
the cable gland out of the bulkhead seal in the direction of the deflector
plates.
(6) Remove the screws securing the deflector plates to the chassis and
remove the plates from the head.
(7) Insert the new deflector plates and wiring into the head.
(8) Fit each deflector plate to the chassis and fit and tighten its securing
screws.
(9) Pass the deflector plate wiring along the print head chassis and up
through the hole in the bulkhead seal (see step (5)) into the upper part
of the head.
Note: The deflector plate wires carry high voltages. To avoid the high voltage
circuit tripping out it is important to avoid a condition where a wire
exiting a deflector plate contacts an adjacent deflector plate.

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(10)Carefully push the wiring through the bulkhead cable gland.

(11)Fit heatshrink sleeving onto the deflector plate wires and connect the
wires into the conduit wiring (see step (4)).
(12)Use a heat gun to tighten the heatshrink sleeving around the
connectors. Use the minimum heat setting that will satisfactorily shrink
the heatshrink sleeving.
(13)Re-connect the multi-pin connectors to the PCB and secure the PCB
into the head with the two Pozidrive screws. Ensure that wires are not
trapped under the PCB.
(14)Ensure seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper part of
the head.
(15)Align the deflector plates as page 7-24.

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Deflector Plate Alignment (Duo)

Note: A special setting jig, Domino part number 9-0110147 should be used to
align the deflector plates. If this is not available carry out the alignment as
follows.
With the printer on, switch on the jets only (see page 3-56).
(1) With the left jet correctly aligned in the gutter, check that the middle
plate is 1mm away from and parallel to the jet.
(2) Align the left hand plate to the middle plate as follows:
(a) The top of the plate should be 4mm from the middle plate.
(b) The bottom of the plate should be 6mm from the middle plate.
(3) Align the right plate so that it is 1mm away from and parallel to the
right jet.
If using the setting jig, proceed as follows:
Note: The central plate is the alignment reference and is not adjustable.
With the printer on, switch on the jets only (see page 3-56).
(1) With the left jet correctly aligned in the gutter, check that the middle
plate is 1mm away from and parallel to the jet.
(2) Switch the jets off.
(3) Place the jig between each outer plate and the inner plate and press the
outer plate so it touches the jig.
(4) Tighten the screws and replace the jig. It is important that the fit is not
loose but that the jig fits with only light pressure.

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Gutter Pipe and Sensor Replacement

The printer must be shut down and the print head removed from its holster.
(1) Remove the cover and seal over the upper part of the head by removing
the six screws on the front and removing the cover.
(2) Trace the wires from the gutter sensor to their connections at the
conduit wiring in the upper part of the head (see page 7-4).
Note: Loosen each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn to
ease removal/replacement of wires.
(3) Cut off the connector on the gutter sensor wire. Pull the wire back
through the cable gland (which it shares with other wires) to the gutter
sensor.

Gutter Clamp
Gutter Pipe and
Sensor

Screws

AM_0056.eps

Removing the Gutter pipe and Sensor

(4) Remove the outer heatshrink from the gutter sensor pipe, near the
bulkhead seal.
(5) Remove the two screws securing the gutter clamp, and remove the
gutter clamp.
Note: The gutter pipe may come out with the gutter clamp.
(6) Disconnect the gutter sensor pipe at its connection to the conduit
gutter tube and remove the gutter pipe and gutter sensor from the print
head as a single assembly.Once removed, the gutter pipe and the sensor
can be split and either can be replaced as follows.

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(7) Remove the outer heatshrink and separate the sensor from the gutter
pipe at its junction with the gutter pipe.
(8) Remake the assembly with a replacement gutter block or gutter sensor
as required.
(9) Push the gutter pipe into the sensor tube up to the start of the bend.
Ensure that the gap X between the ends of the gutter and sensor tubes is
5±1mm (0.20"0.04") or 3mm (0.12") for pinpoint. Check that there is
no damage to the insulation covering the gutter sensor.

Gutter Heatshrink Sensor

Pipe Gap
X

AM_0057.eps
Gutter Sensor Gap

(10)Refit the assembly into the print head by reversing steps (3) to (6).
(11)Fit a new connector and heatshrink sleeving onto the gutter sensor
wires and connect the wires into the conduit wiring (see step (3)). Use
a heat gun to tighten the heatshrink sleeving around the connectors.
Note: Tighten each of the four screws in the top of the bulkhead seal one turn.
Do not overtighten.
(12)Ensure seal is located correctly and refit the cover over the upper part of
the head.
The replacement is now complete. Note that to work correctly, the gutter
sensor must be completely electrically isolated except for its wiring
connections. Check the sensor to ensure that at no point does the metal inner
tube of the sensor make electrical contact with the chassis, etc.
Carry out the gutter alignment procedure, and if necessary the deflector plate
alignment.

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ELECTRONIC SYSTEM REPAIRS

WARNING: Electrical power to the printer must be
disconnected before opening the electronics
compartment and during any work on the
electronics system.
CAUTIONS: (1) Do not leave opaque printers switched off for longer than
necessary.
(2) A-Series Plus printers have+ double pole neutral fusing.
(3) Electrostatic discharge precautions must ALWAYS be taken
when entering the electronics compartment to avoid damage
to the components. A ground/earth chassis connector is
provided for connection of a wrist strap (see diagram below).

Access
Securing Latch

Electrostatic Discharge
Wrist Strap Connector (may Electronics Inner Door
be at side if airdryer is fitted)

AM_0058.eps
Access - Electronics Compartment

The electronics compartment has an inner door which is released by a latch at

the top and hinges down. The Subrack is mounted on the inside face of this
door.

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Power Supply Unit Replacement

The electronics compartment must be open.
(1) Unpack the new PSU and note the wires and connectors. This will
assist in the correct replacement of the PSU.
(2) Unplug the +ve and –ve 4.2kV wires and the mains cable from the
PSU.
(3) Unplug the small lead that runs from the PSU to the PEC PCB via the
connector near the PCB (Duo only).
(4) Unplug the PSU cable from the backplane (unclip from any cable clips).
(5) Loosen the 3 x M4 nuts using 7mm nut spinner (approx. 3/4 turn –
these are on a keyway slot, so do not need to be removed completely).
Replacement is the reverse procedure.
Remove PSU Power Supply
cable from
backplane
Remove +ve
and -ve cables
from PSU

Remove
mains cable
from PSU
Undo Nuts 3/4
turn

SW_0036.eps Power Supply Unit Replacement SW_0037.eps

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Fuse Replacement
The power must be removed and the
electronics compartment open.
This fuse serves the Alarm Port and can
be found on the Standard Interface PCB.
Fuse F1 is a T1A H 240V, 20mm fuse .
Each fuse is protected by a small cover.
(1) Pull off the fuse cover.
(2) Pull the fuse out of the fuse holder.
(3) Push a replacement fuse into the
fuseholder and replace the cover.

Fuse F1

Fuse Replacement

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Standard Interface PCB Replacement

The power must be removed and the SW_0066
electronics compartment open.
(1) From the standard interface, remove
the ribbon cable to the backplane
and the USB cable to the USB
connector.
(2) Remove the M3 nut from the
bottom middle of the PCB.
(3) At the outside of the cabinet, Standard
remove the large nuts that secure the Interface
beacon, alarm and the 2 product PCB
detector connectors. Take care not
to lose the rubber seals around the SW_0067
connectors. Pull out the PCB.
Replacement is the reverse procedure.

SW_0068

Standard Interface PCB

Replacement

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Keyboard and Bezel Replacement

The power must be removed and the front door open.
(1) Remove the front panel cover.
(2) Disconnect cables from the front panel PCB
(3) Remove the screws securing the front panel PCB and the LCD and
carefully lift them off.
(4) Remove the 8xM4 nuts and washers, including the earth tag, securing
the bezel. Pull the bezel (including the foam sealing strip) out of the
door.
Replacement is the reverse procedure.

Fixing Nuts

Earth
Connection

LCD

Front Panel PCB

Front Panel
Cover
(A200+/A300+ shown)
SW_0030
Keyboard and Bezel Assembly Replacement

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Front Panel PCB Replacement

Front Panel PCB

SW_0077

Front Panel PCB Replacement (A200+/A300+ shown)

The power must be removed and the electronics compartment open.

(1) Remove the cover over the front panel.
(2) Disconnect the cables connecting the Front Panel PCB into the cabinet
and disconnect the cabling from the LCD assembly.
(3) Remove the four screws securing the PCB.
(4) Carefully lift away the PCB
Replacement is the reverse procedure.

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LCD Assembly Replacement

The power must be removed and the electronics compartment open.
(1) Remove the cover over the front panel.
(2) Disconnect all cables to the LDC assembly.
(3) Remove the 4 screws securing the LCD and pull out the LCD.
Replacement is the reverse procedure.

LCD Assembly

Fixing Screws

SW_0060

LCD Assembly Replacement (A200+/A300+ shown)

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SVGA Touchscreen and Bezel Replacement

The power must be removed and the front door open.
(1) Remove the front panel cover.
(2) Disconnect cables from the front panel PCB
(3) Remove the screws securing the bezel to the metal door and lift out the
assembly.
(4) The Front Panel and the Inverter PCB’s can be removed from the bezel
assembly and replaced if necessary (see over page).

Fixing Nuts

Remove the Front Cover

Remove Cables to the Front

Panel PCB

Cable Clamp

Remove Securing screws

from bezel and remove

SVGA Bezel Assembly Replacement

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SVGA Invertor PCB and Cable Assembly

Replacement
The power must be removed and the front door open.
(1) Remove the front panel cover.
(2) Unplug the cables to the Inverter PCB
(3) To remove the Inverter Cable Assembly, unplug from the front Panel
PCB and remove.
(4) Remove the securing screws, then remove the Inverter PCB.

Fixing Screws

Remove the Front Cover

Remove Cables to Inverter PCB (and

Inverter Cable Assy if necessary)

Inverter Cable Assy

Remove the Inverter PCB

Inverter PCB and Cable Assembly Replacement

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SVGA Front Panel PCB Replacement

The power must be removed and the front door open.
(1) Remove the front panel cover.
(2) Unplug cables to the Front Panel PCB.
CAUTION: Care is needed with the cables as they can be damaged
(3) Remove the securing screws and remove the Front Panel PCB

Remove the Front Cover

Remove Cables to Front Panel PCB

Inverter Cable Assy

Note the cable beneath

and carefully remove

Remove the securing screws and

remove the Front Panel PCB

Front Panel PCB Replacement

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SVGA Cable Assembly Replacement

The power must be removed and the front door open.
(1) Follow the procedures from the previous page and remove the Front
Panel PCB
(2) The SVGA Cable is located beneath the Front Panel PCB and can then
be removed.

SVGA Cable Assembly Replacement

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Ink System Interface PCB Replacement

Fixing Screws
Ink System
Interface
PCB

AM_0073
Ink System Interface PCB Replacement
The power must be removed and the electronics compartment open.
In the ink system cabinet:
(1) Remove the connectors from the underside of the ink system interface
PCB making a note of their locations.
CAUTION: Ensure the pump connector to PL4 (front left) and temperature
sensor connector to PL3 are fitted correctly as they can be
accidentally swapped.
In the electronics cabinet:
(2) Disconnect the cables from the ink system interface PCB.
(3) Remove the four securing screws and lift away the ink system interface
PCB.
(4) Transfer any daughterboards from the old ink system interface PCB to
the new ink system interface PCB.
Replacement is the reverse procedure.
Note: Do not forget to reconnect the ink system connectors (step (1)).

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Electronics Subrack Replacement

The power must be removed and the electronics compartment open.
(5) Disconnect all cables to the top of the subrack, including: Cat 5,
Ethernet, User Interface, Standard Interface and PSU connectors. Note
the position of removed connectors to assist in their replacement.
(6) Unscrew the 2 screws securing the subrack to the electronics inner
door. The subrack can then be flipped up and the remaining
connectors can be removed (Fan, Ink System Interface, Phase, Gutter,
EHT and charge coaxes and conduit). Note the position of removed
connectors to assist in their replacement.
(7) Gently pull out the subrack.
(8) Swap the PCBs (SBC and PEC PCBs) from the old subrack into the
new subrack. PCBs are removed by pulling the black levers backwards
and pulling the PCB clear. Make sure connectors and cables are clear of
the PCB during the removal and replacement procedure.
Replacement is the reverse procedure.
1)

SW_0049

2)

SW_0050 SW_0051

Subrack Assembly Replacement

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Fan Replacement

Finger Guard
Fixing Screws

Fan

SW_0058

Fan Replacement

The power must be removed and the electronics compartment open.

(1) Disconnect the fan connector from the subrack. If an air shut-off
solenoid is fitted (integral airdryer) the fan will be connected to a header
on a flying lead from the air shut-off solenoid.
(2) Loosen the two securing screws and remove the fan, finger guard and
securing screws as a single assembly.
(3) Pull the finger guard off the fan (the guard is held by four barbs).
Replacement is the reverse procedure.

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INK SYSTEM REPAIRS

WARNING: When working in the cabinet, the power lead
must be removed from the mains.
CAUTION: Do not leave opaque printers switched off for longer than
necessary.
For details of access to the ink system see page 6-3.
For A-Series Plus and Opaque printer pump connection diagrams refer to
page 7-43.
For Duo printer pump connection diagrams refer to page 7-44.

Pump Assembly Replacement

WARNING: Protective clothing, especially safety glasses
must be worn.
Note: Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch escaping ink.
Adjustable spanner.
Pipe cutters.
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
Note: For Duo printers the make up cartridge and reservoir must be removed to
gain access to the pump securing screws and to remove and replace the
pump. Refer to page 4-7.
The printer must be shut down and the cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Disconnect the pump electrical connector at the ink system interface
PCB.
(3) Disconnect the ink tubes, making a note of pipe numbers (see diagram),
plug the pipes to prevent ink spills.
(4) Remove the four fixing screws and pull the pump from its mounting.
(5) Fit the new pump in the same orientation as the old pump and secure
with the screws.
(6) Cut off the used end part of the pipes (approx. 5-6mm) and reconnect
as noted in step (3), these need to be finger tight.
(7) Fit the pump electrical connector into the ink system interface PCB.
(8) Check the pump by running the printer and checking the pump
pressure.

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Gutter Pump Assembly Replacement (Duo Only)

The Duo printer has a separate gutter pump mounted on a plinth above the
main ink system pump.
WARNING: Protective clothing, especially safety glasses
must be worn.

Note: Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch escaping ink, Pozidrive

screwdriver, Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
The printer must be shut down.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Disconnect the gutter pump electrical connector at the ink system
interface PCB.
(3) Disconnect the ink tubes by pulling them off, making a note of pipe
numbers 12 and 16 (see diagram). Plug the pipes to prevent ink spills.
(4) Remove the two fixing screws and shake proof washers and remove the
pump from its mounting.
(5) Fit the new pump in the same orientation as the old pump and secure
with the two screws.
(6) Re-connect the pipes by pushing them onto the new pump as noted in
step (3).
(7) Fit the pump electrical connector into the ink system interface PCB.
(8) Check the pump by running the printer and checking the default pump
speed of 2300 rpm is displayed as page 3-57. When working correctly
the gutter makes an audible noise.

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Pump

AM_0085
Pump Electrical
Cable (rear of pump)
Fixing Screws

12 13

5 16

6
5

AM_0086
OP0019_1
Pipe Connections Opaque Pump -
Pipe Connections

Pump Replacement

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12 16

APD_0004

Duo Ink and Gutter Pump Replacement

5 13

APD_0005

Duo Ink Pump Pipe Connections

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Solenoid Valve Replacement

WARNING: Protective clothing, especially safety glasses
must be worn.
The ink system can be withdrawn from the cabinet if required, however
access to the solenoids should be sufficient by removing one of the cartridges.

Bleed
Solenoid Feed Make-up
Solenoid Viscometer Add
Wash Solenoid Solenoid
Solenoid Flush
Solenoid
AM_0087

Solenoid Valves
Each solenoid valve consists of a valve actuated by an electrical solenoid. The
solenoid can be removed separately by unscrewing the ring nut and sliding the
solenoid off the valve stem. Two small O-rings seal the junction between the
valve and block.
Note: Tools required:Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
2.5mm ball driver (see step (3)).
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
(1) Remove power from the printer.
(2) Pull off the electrical connections to the solenoid.
(3) Remove the two screws securing the solenoid valve to the block and
remove the valve, taking care not to lose the O-rings.
(4) Clean the face of the block and ensure the face of the valve is clean.
(5) Fit the new solenoid valve, ensuring that the O-rings are fitted
correctly. Do not over-tighten the fixing screws.
(6) Fit the electrical connections.
Replace the cartridge if removed. Check the block for leaks when the printer
is started up.

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Pressure Sensor Replacement

Note: Tools required:Pressure sensor removal tool (or large
adjustable spanner) - see step (3).
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
The printer must be shut down and the cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull the ink system from the cabinet.
(2) Disconnect the pressure sensor electrical connector at the ink system
interface PCB.
(3) Unscrew the pressure sensor clamp nut from the block, and remove the
sensor (taking care not to twist the cable or lose the O-ring).
(4) Clean the top of the block.
(5) Fit a new sensor and tighten the clamp nut, ensuring that the O-ring is
in place.
(6) Fit the sensor connector into the ink system interface PCB.
(7) Return the ink system to the cabinet, and replace the cartridges.

Electrical
Cable

Clamp
Nut Pressure Sensor

O-ring

Ink Management
Block

AM_0088

Pressure Sensor Replacement

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Peltier Assembly Replacement

Notes: (1) This is an option and may not be fitted.
(2) Tools required: 2.5mm ball driver (see step (4)).
Lint free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
(1) Remove power from the printer.
(2) Remove both cartridges and pull the ink system from the cabinet.
(3) Disconnect the Peltier electrical connector at the ink system interface
PCB.
(4) Unscrew the two fixing screws securing the Peltier assembly to the
condenser (the two outer screws). Remove the assembly and its O-ring.
(5) Clean the face of the condenser, and fit the new O-ring into the
condenser.
(6) Fit and secure the Peltier assembly to the condenser.
(7) Fit the Peltier electrical connector into the ink system interface PCB.
(8) Return the ink system to the cabinet, and replace the cartridges.

Fixing Screws

Peltier

O-ring

Condenser

AM_0089

Peltier Replacement

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Ink Temperature Sensor Replacement

Note: Tools required:Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
3/4" (19mm)spanner (see step (4)).
8mm spanner (see step (3)).
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
The printer must be shut down and the cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull the ink system from the cabinet.
(2) Disconnect the temperature sensor connector at the ink system interface
PCB.
(3) If necessary, remove pipe 14 for access, using an 8mm spanner.
(4) Unscrew the temperature sensor and remove from the block.
(5) Clean the face of the block.
(6) Screw the replacement sensor into the block.
(7) Fit the temperature sensor connector into the ink system interface PCB.
(8) Return the ink system to the cabinet, and replace the cartridges.

Ink Management
Block

Temperature Sensor

Standard Opaque

AM_0090 OP0009_1

Temperature Sensor Plug Replacement

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Pressure Relief Valve (1psi) Refurbishment

Note: Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
3/4" spanner (see step (3)).
Large flatblade screwdriver (see step (4)).
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
(1) Remove power from the printer.
(2) Remove both cartridges and pull the ink system out of the cabinet.
(3) Remove the temperature sensor from the 1psi PRV.
(4) Using a suitable screwdriver, unscrew the setting screw from the PRV
body and remove from the block. The PRV body should come out
with poppet, valve seat, etc. as a complete assembly. If it does not,
ensure that all parts are removed from the recess.
(5) Dismantle the PRV, including removing the old ‘O’ ring from the valve
seat. Clean all parts thoroughly. Clean the recess in the block.
(6) Fit a new ‘O’ ring to the valve seat. Reassemble the spring, poppet,
and valve seat into the PRV body.
(7) Fit the PRV body into the block and screw in firmly. Do not use
excessive force.
(8) Put the spring into the PRV body (replace the spring if suspect) and
screw in the setting screw.
(9) Refit and tighten the plug (temperature sensor).
(10)Return the ink system to the cabinet, and replace the cartridges.
(11)Check the system for leaks when the printer is started up.

Valve Seat
O-ring
Poppet
Body
Spring

Setting Screw

Temperature
Sensor
AM_0091

Note: Standard block

shown
1psi PRV Refurbishment

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Viscometer Replacement
Note: Tools required:Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
Adjustable spanner (see step (4)).
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
The printer must be shut down and the cartridges removed.
(1) Remove the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Disconnect the viscometer wiring from the ink interface PCB.
(3) Pull the viscometer out of its clips by squeezing each tab and releasing
the clip.
(4) Disconnect the ink tubes from the viscometer and trim the used end
part (approx. 5-6mm) of the tubes, then transfer to the new viscometer.
The tubes must be connected so that when the new viscometer is fitted
into the clips, the tube connectors face the block (see diagram), the
wires must come out of the bottom of the viscometer.
(5) Fit the new viscometer into the clips and connect the wiring to the ink
interface PCB.
(6) Refit the ink system and the cartridges.
The replacement is now complete. Check for leaks when the printer is next
started up. If a viscometer fault is shown, ensure that the viscometer is fitted
correctly.

Ink Management Block

Tube Connectors

Viscometer

Clips

AM_0092_1.eps

Viscometer Replacement

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Jet Pump Refurbishment

Note: Tools required:Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
3mm ball driver (see step (2)).
M2.5 Screw (see step (3)).
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
The printer must be shut down and the cartridges removed.
(1) Remove the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Remove the three screws securing the cover to the distribution block
taking care not to lose the three O-rings inside.
(3) Using an M2.5 screw fitted into the end of the jet pump nozzle (this
only needs to be in by 1 turn), pull out the jet pump and O-rings.
(4) Clean the jet pump nozzle in an ultrasonic bath.
(5) Clean the ink management block face and refit the jet pump nozzle and
O-rings (see diagram).
(6) Refit the inlet block.
(7) Check for leaks when the printer is started up.

Ink Management Block

Cover
O-rings

Securing Screws

AM_0093_1
Jet Pump Nozzle

Jet Pump Refurbishment

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Opaque Jet Pump Refurbishment

Note: Tools required:Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
3mm ball driver (see step (2)).
M2.5 Screw (see step (3)).
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses
The printer must be shut down and the cartridges removed.
(1) Remove the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Remove the screws securing the cover to the distribution block taking
care not to lose the three O-rings inside.
(3) Using an M2.5 screw fitted into the end of the jet pump nozzles (this
only needs to be in by 1 turn), pull out the jet pumps and O-rings.
(4) Clean the jet pump nozzles in an ultrasonic bath.
(5) Clean the ink management block face and refit the jet pump nozzles
and O-rings (see diagram).
(6) Refit the inlet block.
(7) Check for leaks when the printer is started up.

Ink Management Block

Bleed Jet
Pump Nozzle
Cover
O-rings

Securing Screws

O-ring
Gutter Jet
O-ring Pump Nozzle

OP0012_1 Opaque Jet Pump Refurbishment

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Main Filter Replacement

CAUTION: Ensure the main filter is not mistaken for the damper
module as these parts are similar in appearance.
Notes: (1) Tools required: Lint-free tissue to catch any escaping ink.
16mm spanner (see step (4))
Protective clothing (especially safety glasses).
(2) Filters must not be re-used.
The printer must be shut down and both cartridges removed.
(1) Release the securing screw and pull out the ink system.
(2) Move the filter to the front of the ink system and make a note of the
pipe connections (see diagram below).
(3) Remove the bungs from the new filter and retain for use on the old
filter.
(4) Remove the connectors from the old filter and fit to the new filter in
the same orientation (as noted in step (2)). The connections should be
finger tight, then tightened 1.5 turns with a spanner.
(5) Fit the bungs removed in step (3) to the old filter.
(6) The filter will now need bleeding at low pressure as follows:
(a) Enter the Machine Set-up area and select the Service button.
(b) Select Diagnostics, then Test Routines.
(c) A list of test routine options will be displayed, use the up/down
cursors to scroll to the Bleed Filter option and select Run Test.
Diagnostics Diagnostics
(d) The printer will now automatically run the printer at a low pressure
Test Test to bleed any air from the ink system. Allow this routine to
Routines Routines
complete, following any on-screen instructions.
(7) Replace the filter to its original position and refit the cartridges.

Outlet

Inlet

AM_0038.eps
MG300_1

Main Filter Replacement Damper Replacement

Note: This procedure is the same for the damper replacement, but note that the
pipe connections differ. Apart from Opaque printers, the damper should
never need replacing.

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CONTENTS
Page
ACCESSORIES ................................................................................. 8-3
CONSUMABLES .............................................................................. 8-3
TOOLS .............................................................................................. 8-3
FIRST LEVEL SPARES .................................................................... 8-4
SECOND LEVEL SPARES ............................................................... 8-4
PRINT HEAD ASSEMBLY .............................................................. 8-7
DUO PRINT HEAD ASSEMBLY ................................................... 8-9
PRINTHEAD GENERAL DETAIL ................................................. 8-11
INK SYSTEM - GENERAL ............................................................. 8-13
INK MANAGEMENT BLOCK ........................................................ 8-15
INK MANAGEMENT BLOCK - OPAQUE .................................... 8-17
A300+ / A200+ ELECTRONICS DOOR ASSEMBLY - QVGA ..... 8-19
A100+ ELECTRONICS DOOR ASSEMBLY - QVGA ................... 8-21
A300+ / A200+ ELECTRONICS DOOR ASSEMBLY - SVGA ..... 8-23
A300+ / A200+ / A100+ ELECTRONICS CABINET .................... 8-25

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ACCESSORIES
37760 Sensor & Reflector Assembly A-Series
37761 Sensor Assembly Proximity A-Series
37762 Inductive Sensor 18mm A-Series
37763 Inductive Sensor 30mm A-Series
37764 Sensor Assembly F.Optic A-Series
68726 Ethernet Cable (10m)
78725 Ethernet Cable (3m)
1-0140415 USB Key Cover
3-0120002SP Beacon (24V LED)

CONSUMABLES
99199 Small Gloves (Latex, Powder free)
99192 Medium Gloves (Latex, Powder free)
99119 Large Gloves (Latex, Powder free)
99289 Small Gloves (Nitrile)
99290 Medium Gloves (Nitrile)
99291 Large Gloves (Nitrile)
99292 Extra Large Gloves (Nitrile)
99116 Tissue Roll (Lint-free)
26046 Hand Cleaner (500g tub/jar)
14563 Wash Bottle (250ml)
14561 Plastic Beaker (500ml)
14562 Plastic Beaker (100ml)
14584 Safety Glasses
99200 Emergency Eyewash (500ml)

TOOLS
67378 Cartridge Opening Tool
26134 Operator Tool Kit Universal
14547 Eyeglass
14377 Drive Rod spanner
26886 Drop Generator Spanner
14309 11mm Spanner
14484 Ball Driver (1.5mm)
14306 Ball Driver (3mm)
14477 No.1 Pozi Drive Screwdriver (3")
14478 No.2 Pozi Drive Screwdriver(4")

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14567 5mm Flatblade Screwdriver (4" x 1/8")

14568 10mm Flatblade Screwdriver (2 1/2" x 1/8")
14549 Tube Cutters
10700 Anti-Static Wrist Strap (1.5M)
26083 Metal Beaker (earthed)

FIRST LEVEL SPARES

37708 Air Filter Assembly A300+/A200+ 1 or,
37805 Air Filter Assembly A100+ 1
01210 Fuse 20x5 (T)1A H (240V) 2
14831 Filter 5 micron (main) 1
29265 Filter Kit 20 micron 1
29273 Filter Kit 10 micron 1
14225 Lip Seal 2
26743 Nozzle Assembly 75 micron 1
26828 Nozzle Assembly 60 micron 1
15003 Key 1
5-0161403SP Fastener Kit 1

SECOND LEVEL SPARES

67656 Fan Assembly 38mm 1
3-0130009SP Standard Interface PCB Assembly 1
25115 PCB Assembly Ink System Interface 1
3-0160012SP Power Supply Kit 1
3-0130025SP PCB Assembly Front Panel 1 or,
3-0130033SP Front Panel PCB Assembly A100+ 1
36610* Pump Assembly A-Series 1 or,
67803* Pump Assembly A-Series Opaque 1
3-0166086SP Compact Flash (Pre-programmed) 1
4-0110305** Diaphragm Vacuum Pump 1
4-0160040** Pressure Pump 1
3-0130037 Blue Backplane 1
3-0130052 Ink System PCB 1
3-0160036** Duo PSU 1

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3-0130050 Duo PEC 1

* Part numbers may differ depending upon the ink type, Refer to Domino.
** A-Series Duo only

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30 2
3
4
29

28
27

5
26

25 6

8
7
20 9
8
10

24
11 13
12
8
14
8

23
22
21 17
16
19 15
20

18
8

AM_0095

Print Head Assembly

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PRINT HEAD ASSEMBLY

Item Part No. Description Qty
(1) 26898 Drive Rod Cap 1
(2) 26868 Nut Drive Rod Clamp 1
(3) 26747* Drive Rod Assembly 1
or, 26856* Drive Rod Assembly (Pinpoint) 1
(4) 06035 O-ring Drop Generator 1
(5) 45462* Drop Generator Assembly 1
or, 45464 Drop Generator Assembly (Opaque) 1
or, 45463* Drop Generator Assembly (Pinpoint) 1
or, 36613 Alternative Drop Generator Assembly (Pinpoint) 1
(6) 06024 O-ring EPDM 9.25ID 1.78CS 1
(7) 26743 Nozzle Assembly 75 micron 1
or, 26828 Nozzle Assembly 60 micron 1
or, 26829 Nozzle Assembly 40 micron (Pinpoint) 1
(8) 04368 Screw Skt Cap St. St. M2 x 5 5
(9) 36720 Adjusting Shaft 1
(10) 36722 Cam 1
(11) 36721 Screw Locking 1
(12) 36718 Drop Generator Mount 1
(13) 45411* Charge Electrode Assembly 75micron MK3 1
or, 45431* Charge Electrode Assembly 40micron MK3 (Pinpoint) 1
(14) 26871 Retainer 1
(15) 36703 Deflector Plate Assembly 1
or, 36743 Deflector Plate PP Assembly (Pinpoint) 1
(16) 36726 Pivot Drop Generator Mount 1
(17) 36828 Strobe LED Assembly 1
or, 45426 Charge Electrode Carrier Moulding (Pinpoint) 1
(18) 36829 Strobe LED Pinpoint Assembly (Pinpoint) 1
(19) 04201 Washer Flat St. St. M2 2
(20) 04566 Screw Skt Hex St. St. M3x6 8
(21) 67617 Gutter Tube Clamp Kit 1
(22) 36706 Tube Connector gutter 1
(23) 36715 Sensor Tube Std Assembly 1
or, 36827 Sensor Pinpoint Assembly (Pinpoint) 1
(24) 04833 Screw Skt Hd St. St. M3x5 1
(25) 36727 Grommet Retaining Screw 2
(26) 36719 Adjusting Screw 1
(27) 36820 Gutter Tube Adaptor (Not Pinpoint) 1
or, 67813 Gutter Tube Adaptor (Opaque) 1
(28) 45191 Thermistor Kit 1
(29) 36994 Heater Spares Kit 1
(30) 14735 Valve Solenoid DIA to Spec 1
or, 14760 Valve Solenoid PC (Opaque) 1

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10

11

12

6
APD_0014

2/4 3/5

Duo Print Head Assembly

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DUO PRINT HEAD ASSEMBLY

oo

Item Part No. Description Qty

1 2-0160073 Deflector plate assembly 1
2 2-0160041 75u Left hand drop generator assembly 1
3 2-0160040 75u Right hand drop generator assembly 1
4 2-0160018 60u Left hand drop generator assembly 1
5 2-0160017 60u Right hand drop generator assembly 1
6 2-0160081 Left hand charge electrode assembly 1
7 2-0160097 Right hand charge electrode assembly 1
8 2-0110246 Printhead interface box lid 1
9 2-0110318 Interface box lid seal 1
10 1-0140406 Associated fixings (M3 x 8) 6
11 3-0130051 Interface box PCB Assembly 1
12 2-0140012 Associated fixings (Self Tapping Screw 2.2 x 5) 2
Duo Printhead Fastener Kit - contains all fasteners
13 20160119SP
(Not illustrated)

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Duo

11

10

9
1

2
8
3

4
AM_0096

Print Head - General Detail

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PRINTHEAD GENERAL DETAIL

Item Part No. Description Qty
36700* Print head Assembly 3 metres 1
36776* Print head Assembly 6 metres 1
36745* Print head Assembly 3 metres (Pinpoint) 1
67849* Print Head Assembly 3 metres (Opaque) 1
(1) 67311 Bulkhead Seal Spares Kit (bulkhead and plate) 1
(2) 36730 End Box Cover Seal 1
(3) 36729 End Box Cover 1
(4) 36731 Holster Std 1
or, 36741 Holster (Pinpoint) 1
(5) 36991 Wash Station Mounting Bracket Assembly 1
(6) 04567 Thumb Knob Male M5 x 10 St. St. 1
(7) 36717 Chassis Standard 1
or, 36740 Chassis (Pinpoint) 1
(8) 36728 Chassis End Box 1
(9) 26798 Plate Mounting 1
(10) 36836 EHT Sensor Assembly (3m) 1
or, 36837 EHT Sensor Assembly (6m) 1
(11) 14741 Network Passive Safety 1
Not shown:
01599 Gutter Plug 1
2-0110246 Printhead interface box lid** 1
2-0110818 Interface box lid seal** 1
1-0140406 Printhead interface box lid fixings** 6
3-0130051 Interface box PCB assembly** 1
2-0140012 Interface box PCB assembly fixings** 2
2-0110244 Duo holster** 2
* These numbers may differ depending upon ink type and print head
combination, Refer to Domino.
** Duo printer only

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Note: Standard ink system shown

14
1 2

13

12 4

11

10 5

9
8
7
SW_0101
6

Ink System - General Detail

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INK SYSTEM - GENERAL

Item Part No. Description Qty
(1) 37940 Half Filter 10 micron 1
(2) 37735 Solenoid Cable Assembly 1
(3) 37752* Ink Management Block Assembly 1
or, 67808 Ink Management Block Assembly (Opaque) 1
(4) 37733 Viscometer Assembly 1
(5) 14833 Damper Module 1
(6) 14831 Filter 5 Micron 1
(7) 14225 Lip Seal 2
(8) 37753 Ink Manifold Assembly 1
(9) 29265 Filter Kit No.1 Replacement (20 Micron) 1
(10) 29273 Filter Kit No.3 Replacement (10 Micron) 1
(11) 37754 Make-up Manifold Assembly 1
(12) 36610* Pump Assembly A-Series 1
or, 37110 Pump Assembly A-Series (Alternative) 1
or, 67803* Pump Assembly A-Series (Opaque) 1
(13) 1-0160462SP Peltier Option Kit 1
(14) 13672 Ferrite Clamp (snap on) 2

* These items may differ depending upon the ink type, Refer to
Domino.

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3
4

5
6
1
7
8 9

AM_0098

12 11
10

Ink Management Block

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INK MANAGEMENT BLOCK

Item Part No. Description Qty
(1) 37772 Jet Pump Kit Spares A-Series 1
(Incl. Jet Pump & 3 x O-rings)
(2) 37731 Pressure Sensor (Transducer) Assembly 1
(3) 04183 O-ring 21.95ID x 1.78CS 1
(4) 37940 Half Filter 10 micron 1
(5) 14780* Solenoid Valve 2Way 24V 3.8 6
(6) 04150 O-ring EPDM 2.90ID x 1.78CS 12
(7) 06044 O-ring EPDM 5mm ID x 1.5mm sect (P6-069) 1
(8) 14186 Spring Compression 1psi St. St. 1
(9) 37732 Temp Sensor Plug Assembly 1
(10) 04166 O-ring EPDM 3.69ID x 1.78CS 1
(11) 14830 Spring Comp. 50-150psi St. St. 1
(12) 04155 O-ring EPDM 5.28ID x 1.78CS 1

* These items may differ depending upon the ink, Refer to Domino.

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1 5 6

7
2 8 9

OP0013_1
10

Ink Management Block - Opaque

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INK MANAGEMENT BLOCK - OPAQUE

Item Part No. Description Qty
(1) 67804 Opaque Manifold Inlet Block 1
(2) 67817 Jet Pump Kit Spares A-Series Opaque 1
(Incl. 2 Jet Pumps & 5 x O-rings)
(3) 37731 Pressure Sensor (Transducer) Assembly 1
(4) 04183 O-ring 21.95ID x 1.78CS 1
(5) 37940 Half Filter 10 micron 1
(6) 14785* Solenoid Valve 2Way 24V 3.8 PC 6
(7) 04150 O-ring EPDM 2.90ID x 1.78CS 12
(8) 06044 O-ring EPDM 5mm ID x 1.5mm sect (P6-069) 1
(9) 14186 Spring Compression 1psi St. St. 1
(10) 37732 Temp Sensor Plug Assembly 1

* These items may differ depending upon the ink, Refer to Domino.

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4
5

SW_0030

A300+/A200+ Electronics Door Assembly - QVGA

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A300+ / A200+ ELECTRONICS DOOR

ASSEMBLY - QVGA
Item Part No. Description Qty
(1) 1-0160400SP European Keyboard Assembly 1
(2) 1-0140001SP LCD Assembly (QVGA) 1
(3) 3-0130025SP PCB Assembly Front Panel 1
(4) 3-0160027SP UI - SBC Cable Assembly 1
(5) 37741 Earth Lead Assembly (Door) 2
(6) 37884 Bezel Gasket (Not Shown) 1
(7) 15003 Key 1

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4
5

SW_0031

A100+ Electronics Door Assembly - QVGA

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A100+ ELECTRONICS DOOR ASSEMBLY -

QVGA
Item Part No. Description Qty
(1) 1-0160439SP A100+ Keyboard Assembly 1
(2) 1-0140001SP LCD Assembly 1
(3) 3-0130033SP PCB Assembly Front Panel A100+ 1
(4) 3-0160027SP UI - SBC Cable Assembly 1
(5) 37741 Earth Lead Assembly (Door) 2
(6) 37884 Bezel Gasket (Not Shown) 1
(7) 15003 Key 1

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5 4

SW_0111

A300+/A200+ Electronics Door Assembly - SVGA

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A300+ / A200+ ELECTRONICS DOOR

ASSEMBLY - SVGA
Item Part No. Description Qty
(1) 5-0161443SP Touch Screen Assembly (See Note 1) 1
(2) 3-0130026SP UI PCB Assembly (See Note 2) 1
(3) 3-0160032SP SVGA Display Lead 1
(4) 3-0160035SP Invertor Interface Cable Assembly 1
(5) 3-0140150SP Invertor PCB Assembly (See Note 3) 1
(6) 15003 Key 1

Note 1: Supplied without the UI PCB Assembly, Invertor PCB Assembly, and
Invertor Interface Cable Assembly. These can be ordered separately.
Note 2: Supplied with SVGA Display Lead, Invertor Interface Cable
Assembly, and Fastener Kit.
Note 3: Supplied with Invertor Interface Cable Assembly and Fastener Kit.

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1

5 6

17

16

15

14

13

12

8
7
10 9
11
SW_0112

A300+/A200+/A100+ Electronics Cabinet

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A300+ / A200+ / A100+ ELECTRONICS

CABINET
Item Part No. Description Qty
(1) 3-0140019SP
Ethernet Connector 1
(2) 3-0160008SP
Mains Connector to PSU 1
(3) 3-0140020SP
USB Connector 1
(4) 3-0160012SP
Power Supply Kit 1
(5) 37714 Ink Syst. PCB Ribbon Cable Assembly 1
(6) 25115 PCB Assembly Ink System Interface 1
(7) 37708 Air Filter Assembly 1
or 37805 Air Filter Assembly A100+ 1
(8) 37875 Gasket, Ink System PCB 1
(9) 3-0160022SP
Electronics Sub-Rack Assembly 1
(10) 3-0130002SP
PEC PCB Assembly 1
(11) 3-0130024SP
SBC PCB Assembly (No Compact Flash) 1
(12) 3-0160027SP
UI-SBC Cable Assembly 1
(13) 3-0160020SP
Backplane to Standard Interface PCB Cable 1
Assembly
(14) 67656 Fan Assembly A-Series 1
(15) 37745 Earth Lead Assembly (Inner Door) 2
(16) 3-0140041SP RJ45 Cat5 E Patch Cable (0.5m) 1
(17) 3-0130009SP Standard Interface PCB Assembly 1

Not shown:
37748 Positive Air Pump Assembly (option) 1
37722 Mains Cable Assembly 1
67668 Mains Lead Assembly (UK) 1
67653 Mains Lead Assembly (France) 1
67685 Mains Lead Assembly (USA) A Series 1

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CONTENTS
Page
GENERAL ........................................................................................ 9-3
ALARM BEACON ........................................................................... 9-4
Installation ..................................................................................... 9-5
ALARM PORT CONNNECTOR .................................................. 9-6
USER/SERIAL PORT OPTION KIT ............................................. 9-7
Installation ..................................................................................... 9-7
Serial (RS232) Port Connections ................................................... 9-8
User Port Connections ................................................................... 9-9
PL1 ........................................................................................... 9-9
SK2 ........................................................................................... 9-10
POSITIVE AIR PUMP ASSEMBLY ................................................. 9-11
INTEGRAL AIRDRYER (COMPRESSOR DRIVEN) (NOT A100+) 9-
12
BRACKETRY .................................................................................. 9-13
MOBILE STAND .............................................................................. 9-15
WALL MOUNTED STAND ............................................................ 9-16
BENCH MOUNTING STAND ....................................................... 9-17
STORAGE CABINET ...................................................................... 9-18
CONDUIT RETAINER KIT ........................................................... 9-19
90 DEGREE PRINT HEAD AND CONDUIT ............................... 9-20
IP65 PRINT HEAD COVER ........................................................... 9-21
PELTIER OPTION KIT ................................................................... 9-22
SHAFT ENCODER .......................................................................... 9-23
How to Specify PPRs .................................................................... 9-24
General ..................................................................................... 9-24
SENSOR AND REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY ..................................... 9-26
SENSOR ASSEMBLY PROXIMITY ................................................ 9-27
INDUCTIVE SENSOR .................................................................... 9-28
SENSOR ASSEMBLY FIBRE OPTIC .............................................. 9-29

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GENERAL
WARNING: When working in the electronics compartment,
power must be switched off and the mains
cable removed.
CAUTION: When working in the electronics compartment, anti-static
precautions must be taken. A wrist strap must be worn and
plugged into the socket provided.
Domino A-Series plus printers have the power connector, USB, Ethernet,
Alarm and product Detect/Shaft Encoder connectors fitted as standard, the
other connections are only fitted as optional extras. Where connectors are not
fitted, a blanking plug is fitted which is removed by unscrewing the nut on the
inside of the cabinet and pulling the plug out.
The following diagrams illustrate where each option is fitted.
Power Connector Ethernet (RJ45)
Connector
USB Connector Alarm Port
Connector
Beacon Connector

Product Detector/
Shaft Encoder
Connectors

User Port/Serial Port

(Option)

SW_0082

External Connections A300+ / A200+

Power Connector Ethernet (RJ45)

Connector
USB Connector Alarm Port
Connector
Beacon Connector

Product Detector/
Shaft Encoder
Connectors

User Port/Serial Port

(Option)

SW_0083

External Connections A100+

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ALARM BEACON
Hole Dia 5.5mm
1
2
3
4

12.5mm
45mm

12.5mm
SW_0117

SW_0116 Mounting Dimensions

WARNING: Disconnect beacon from the printer or remove

mains power from the printer before
disassembling the beacon to reposition the
LED colours.
Number Led Colour
1 Green
2 Red
3 Amber
4 Blue
Note: The above listing describes the default position of the LED colours as
supplied. The LED colours can be moved into different positions by
removing the centre screw at the top of the beacon. The LED’s are fitted
into four individual keyed sections. Once the screw is removed, the
sections can be reassembled into any user specific order.

Spares List: Beacon Assembly (24V LED), Pt. No. 3-0120002SP

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The beacon assembly consists of:

• A beacon, which can be mounted up to 3 metres from the printer.
• A beacon connector assembly.
The beacon consists of a short tubular aluminium pole carrying four lamps in
"totem pole" style, with a mounting bracket and a 3 metre cable. The beacon
indicators are in a solid state as described below:
Green - printer is printing or ready to print.
Red - there is a fault, printer has stopped.
Amber - printer requires attention.
Blue - printer is in Standby mode.
The beacon is connected into the beacon connector assembly on the side of
the cabinet.

Installation
The printer must be shut down and the power removed.
The beacon mounting bracket and dimensions are shown in the diagram on
page 9-4. The beacon can be mounted within its 3m cable length. Mounting
holes are provided at the rear right hand side of the printer, if required.
Fit the beacon cable connector into the beacon connector on the side of the
cabinet
.
5
PINS STATUS 11
3
1 Green 12
3 Blue
5 Red 7 10

7 Amber
9 +24V
10 0V 9 1

11 Earth
Beacon Connections
12 0V (external view)

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ALARM PORT CONNNECTOR

The alarms port enables the printer status to be indicated for external use.
Description is as follows:

PINS STATUS

1-2 Red alert not active

3-2 Red alert active
4-2 Amber alert not active
5-2 Amber alert active
6-2 Green status not active
7-2 Green status active
8-2 Blue status active
9 Chassis (Screen)
1
Red
3
4
7
Amber 5
6
1 8
9 5 6
2 Green
3 4 7

Blue 8
External View

SW_0119 1A 2
SW_0120
Alarm Connections and Circuit

Spares List: Alarm Port Plug Part Number: 13501

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USER/SERIAL PORT OPTION KIT

Both the User Port and the Serial Port offer the ability for external
communications to and from the printer.
The user port can be used to externally select messages, set the reverse or
invert for a message. It can also be used to update serial number information
(increment and reset) and provide a rollover signal.
The serial port can be used to send information to the printer, such as
messages and variable information, from a control system. Information can
also be sent to the control system from the printer. Basic printer control can
also be performed using the serial port.
Spares List: User/Serial Port Option Kit 5-0161402SP

Comprising:
Applications Interface PCB 3-0130017SP
User Port PCB 3-0130006SP
Cable Assembly User Port/Application 3-0160007SP
Universal Fasteners Kit 5-0161403SP
Also Contains:
Spacer (Earth/grounding PCB),
Connector Strap (x3)
Insulator Sheet

Installation
WARNING: Power to the printer must be removed.
CAUTION: Anti-static precautions must be taken.
(1) Remove the 3 blanking plugs at the side of the cabinet (bottom in a row
of 3).
(2) At the inside of the electronics cabinet, locate the stud beneath the
Standard Interface PCB Assembly and fit the spacer supplied in the kit
onto the stud.
(3) Locate the Applications Interface PCB over the stud and with the 3
connectors through the holes.
(4) At the side of the cabinet, fit the gaskets and cap over the 3 connectors
and secure using the retaining nuts (to approx.. 2.25 Nm).
(5) In the electronics cabinet, fit the M3 nut over the stud to secure the
Applications Interface PCB (this should be to a torque of 0.5Nm)
(6) Fit the insulator sheet to the Ink Interface PCB by removing the 4
securing screws and fitting the insulator sheet on top of the PCB.

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(7) Fit the ribbon cable into the front connector of the Application
Interface PCB and route the cable over the Ink Interface PCB and
through into the back of the subrack.
(8) Slide the User Port PCB into the middle position in the subrack, fit the
ribbon cable into the front connector and push the PCB into place.
Settings for the User Port can now be found at:
> > System Config > External I/F > User Port

Settings for the Serial Port can be found at:

> > Comms > Serial Port

Serial (RS232) Port Connections

Pins Status

1 N/C
2 RS232 out
3 RS232 in
9 1
4 /DSR i/p
5 Non Isolated Ground 8
7
6 /DTR o/p
7 /CTS i/p
8 /RTS o/p
9 Screen (Chassis)

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User Port Connections

PL1
Pin Status
5 10
16
1 N/C 1
21

2 Input 13 2 25

6
3 Input 14 11
17 22
4 Input 15 External View -
AM_0124_2

PL1
5 Input 16
6 End of Stroke Row 6: Pins 22 to 25
Row 5: Pins 17 to 21
7 End of Label Row 4: Pins 11 to 16
Row 3: Pins 6 to 10
8 Stroke Rate Limit Row 2: Pins 2 to 5
Row 1: Pin 1
9 Reserved
10 N/C N/C = Not Connected

11 N/C
12 N/C
13 ISOLated GND
14 N/C
15 N/C
16 N/C
17 N/C
OUTPUT
18
COMMON
19 Isolated +12V
20 Isolated +12V
21 Reserved
22 Reserved
23 Isolated Gnd
24 Reserved
25 Screen (Chassis)

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SK2
Pin Status
5 10
16
1 Input 1 1
21

2 Input 2 2 25

6
3 Input 3 11
17 22
4 Input 4 External View -
AM_0124_2

SK2
5 Input 5
6 Input 6 Row 6: Pins 22 to 25
Row 5: Pins 17 to 21
7 Input 7 Row 4: Pins 11 to 16
Row 3: Pins 6 to 10
8 Input 8 Row 2: Pins 2 to 5
Row 1: Pin 1
9 Input 9 Int 1
10 Input 10 Int 2
11 Input 11 Int 3
12 Input 12 Int 4
13 ISOLated GND
14 Output 1
15 Output 2
16 Output 3
17 Output 4
OUTPUT
18
COMMON
19 Isolated +12V
20 Isolated +12V
21 Reserved
22 Reserved
23 Isolated Gnd
24 Gnd
25 Screen (Chassis)

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POSITIVE AIR PUMP ASSEMBLY

The positive air pump supplies the print head with a small positive air supply
to keep it free from dust. Installation is as follows:
WARNING: Power to the printer must be removed.
CAUTION: Anti-static precautions must be taken.
(1) In the electronics cabinet, remove the blanking grommet and screw.
(2) Fit the positive air pump clamp to the cabinet using the M3x6
countersunk screw supplied in the kit (this is screwed from the
underside of the electronics cabinet).
(3) Fit the Silicon tube onto outlet ‘P’ of the positive air pump, cut to
length and fit the 3/16" tube from the print head into the Silicon tube.
Fit the pump into the clamp with outlet ‘P’ at the top.
(4) Plug the positive air pump connector into PL5 on the Ink Interface
PCB.

Positive Air Outlet ‘P’ at

Pump top

AM_0130_1

A300+ / A200+ / A100+

Spares List: Positive Air Pump Assembly -Part Number 37748

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INTEGRAL AIRDRYER (COMPRESSOR

DRIVEN) (NOT A100+)
Note: This option is not applicable to A100+
The airdryer feeds the print head with very clean, dry air, ensuring that the
ink does not absorb airborne contaminants.
Note: Although recommended as a factory fit, the integral airdryer can be retro-
fitted, but this must be carried out by a Domino Service Engineer.
For further details contact Domino Service or see the Integral Compressor
driven airdryer appendix Domino part number 5-0161400SP.

AM_0134 A300+ / A200+

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BRACKETRY

SW_0121_2

SW_0092

Side Mount Kit - Part Number 5 - 0161140

SW_0121_2

SW_0097

Floor Mount Kit - Part Number 5-0161142

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SW_0121_2

SW_0095

Base Mount Kit - Part Number 5-0161141

SW_0099

Goal Post Kit - Part Number 5-0161143

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MOBILE STAND
A mobile stand or bench mounting stand (see page 9-17) must be fitted to the
printer if there is no suitable surface to which printer can be bolted.
This stand provides a secure support for the printer, placing it at a convenient
height for the operator and making provision for a storage cabinet below.
The stand is made of stainless steel with a finish similar to the printer cabinet.
Four adjustable feet provide levelling on uneven floors.
Wheels are provided to enable the printer to be transported. To move the
printer on a stand, ensure the printer is not printing, retract the feet and
ensure all doors and external equipment (cables, print head conduit) are
secure and cannot cause a trip hazard.

Printer stands here

Service tray
can be fitted
here

Storage cabinet
fits here

AM_0145

Spares List: Stand Assembly A-Series - 67200

Option for Mobile Stand: Base Mount Kit - 5-0161141

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WALL MOUNTED STAND

The wall mounted stand can be used where space is at a premium and mounts
the printer at a convenient height. A Service tray can be mounted onto the
slots at the front of the stand.
WARNING: Use the appropriate bolts to secure the stand to
the wall. The printer will weigh approximately
45kgs.

Bolt to Wall

Printer mounted here

Service tray
can be fitted
here
AM_0147

Spares List: Wall Stand - 67251

Service Tray - 37770

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BENCH MOUNTING STAND

A bench mounting stand or mobile stand (see page 9-15) must be fitted to the
printer if there is no suitable surface to which printer can be bolted.
The bench mounting stand comprises two 310mm long bars which fit to the
underside of the printer. To fit, remove the feet from the printer and screw
the bars to the base with the longer end to the rear (as shown below).

Front of
Cabinet Cabinet
Rear of
Cabinet

Side View AM_0143

Fit stand so that bars

Bench are longer at rear
Mounting Stand

Bench
Mounting Stand
AM_0144

Spares List - Bench Mounting Stand - 37991

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STORAGE CABINET
This cabinet provides secure storage for the fluids, cleaning materials,
protective clothing, manuals, etc. It is fitted onto the mobile stand below the
printer, and secured by four bolts to the base. The cabinet is made of stainless
steel with a finish similar to the printer and the door has two catches like
those on the printer ink compartment door.

Bolt to mobile
stand base

AM_0146

Spares List: Storage Cabinet - 67210

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CONDUIT RETAINER KIT

This is used to hold the conduit when the print head is close to the printer, to
prevent the conduit from laying on the floor. It is bolted onto the rear of the
printer.

Conduit Retainer

Printer
AM_0148

Conduit Retainer Kit

Spares List: Conduit Retainer Kit - 37987

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90 DEGREE PRINT HEAD AND CONDUIT

The A-Series plus printers have the option of a 90 degree print head, this is
for use where space is limited.
Also available is a 90 degree bend in the elbow at the end of the conduit
either at the print head end, cabinet end, or both.
For further details on either of these options please call Domino.

AM_0150
90 Degree Print head

AM_0149

90 Degree Conduit

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IP65 PRINT HEAD COVER

The A-Series plus printers have the option of an IP65 print head cover to
protect the print head from excessive moisture.
For further details on this option please call Domino.
Part Number: 67301 IP65 Cover Kit

AM_0151 IP65 Print Head Cover

For all other part numbers refer to the Spares and Accessories section.

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PELTIER OPTION KIT

The Peltier assembly is fitted to reduce evaporation loss from the vent. The
resulting liquid is passed back into the make-up reservoir. It is fitted as
standard on A300+ printers and is an option for A200+ and A100+ printers.
The Kit consists of a Peltier assembly and condenser fitted onto a bracket
which is mounted to the side of the ink system, next to the ink management
block. Fit the Peltier connector into PL7 of the Ink System Interface PCB
(inside the ink cabinet).

Peltier Assembly

Mounting Bracket

To Vent

To Make-up
Reservoir
Condenser

Bottom Pipe From

Ink Reservoir

AM_0153
Peltier Option Kit

Spares List: Peltier Option Kit - 1-0160462SP

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SHAFT ENCODER
The shaft encoder is fitted to the production line and its rotation follows the
line movement. Exact details of both the shaft encoder and its installation
depend upon the line.

JP1
Connection into the printer is via either of the
Shaft Encoder/Product Detector connectors on
LK1 LK2 LK3
1
the side of the cabinet. The printer provides a 12V
dc supply for use by the shaft encoder and a
2
Encoder selectable 12V NPN (Default: LK1 - LK2) or
3
PNP (LK2 - LK3) input for signals from the
4
encoder. The NPN or PNP can be selected by
Product
5 moving jumper positions at JP1 on the Standard
Detector 6 Interface PCB Assembly, see diagram. The printer
also has an internal digital gearbox which may be
used to multiply or divide the encoder output.
The selectable shaft encoder (Pt. No. 14828) (true quadrature) is suitable for
the majority of A-Series plus installations. The quadrature encoder allows the
direction of the rotation to be detected, as well as the actual rotation. This
type of encoder is useful in ensuring that printing stops as soon as the
production line stops moving forward and is resumed when the production
line returns to its previous position. The quadrature encoder may help
eliminate false encoder pulses being generated and maintain good print
quality in high vibration environments.
To enable this feature, the quadrature encoder must be fitted and both
encoder signals need to be correctly wired to the printer. The software must
be enabled for the feature to function. In the software, navigate to Ext. I/F:
Shaft Encoder. Set Backlash to ON and Direction to FORWARD, see page 3-54.
Note: The direction will depend upon the mounting of the encoder and the
wiring to the printer.
When the production line is travelling backwards in the Backlash mode, a
count is maintained and can be viewed and reset on the printer (or via the
User Port if fitted).
The encoder (14828) has a shaft diameter of 10mm and the Pulses Per
Revolution (PPR) are selectable:
2500PPR
5000PPR
12500PPR
25000PPR.
To select the required PPR, remove the blanking plug on the rear of the
encoder and turn the rotary switch to the required position. Further details
are included with the encoder.

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How to Specify PPRs

General
To calculate the PPR, three pieces of information are required:
• The number of strokes per character including spaces between characters
(N). A 7x5 character is 6 strokes wide. Refer to following table.
• The character pitch (P). This is the distance from the start of one
character to the start of the next.
The distance moved by the product in one rotation of the encoder (D).

PPR = D x N
P
This calculation is true in all cases. N and P are determined by the
requirements of the individual production line, i.e. large characters, nozzle
size etc. The calculation for D will vary depending on the application.
Print Type No. Of Strokes
Single print, single space 6
Single print, double space 7
Bold print, single space 12
Bold print, double space 14
Double bold, single space 24
Double bold, double space 28
16x10 single space 12
16x10 double space 14
16x10 bold, single space 24
16x10 bold, double space 28
16x10 double bold, single space 48
16x10 double bold, double space 56

Spares List: Selectable Shaft Encoder - 14828

Plug IP68 6-way Cable Mounting (external) - 13503
For further information regarding shaft encoders, please contact Domino.
Note: The digital gearbox can be used to allow correct printing to be achieved
with other values of PPR.

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SW_0086 SW_0085

A100+ A300+ / A200+

Remove blanking Pin 1=

plug and turn switch 0V
AM_0157 to required PPR Pin 2 =
Encoder (1)
Pin 6=
12500 PPR

Encoder(2)
25
00
0P

50
00
Pin 3 = Quadrature
PR

PP

2500 PPR
R
0
Product Input
C E

Tel: +44
4 6

Detector
A

(0)1954 782551
8

TERMINATIONS
1
2
BROWN
WHITE
VCC
ACHANNEL
MOD:-SPECW492-1
+V:-5-24V
Pin 5 =
3
4
5
BLUE
BLACK
GREEN
0V
14828
ZCHANNEL
BCHANNEL
Pin 4 = Screen
Ser No.:-
05431062
+12V* AM_0156
Cabinet Connectors
Shaft Encoder
* +12V with respect to pin 1 (0V).

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SENSOR AND REFLECTOR ASSEMBLY

This detection method consists of a sensor and a reflector, which must be
fitted on opposite sides of the product line. The reflector is adjusted so that a
light beam from the sensor, directed across the line, is reflected back into a
receiver in the sensor. Products moving in between the sensor and reflector
break the light beam and this is used to start the printing, either as the beam is
broken or as it is restored. The basic requirement is gaps between product
items as they pass the sensor.
Connection details are given in the diagram below.
SW_0086 SW_0085

A100+ A300+ / A200+

Pin 1=
0V
Pin 2 =
Encoder (1) Pin 6=
Encoder(2)
Quadrature
Input

Pin 5 =
Pin 3 = Screen
Product
Detector Pin 4 =
+12V*

AM_0161A AM_0160
Cabinet Connectors
(External View)
Sensor and Reflector Assembly

* +12V with respect to pin 1 (0V).

Spares List: Sensor and Reflector Assembly - 37760
IP68 6-way Cable Mounting (external) - 13503

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SENSOR ASSEMBLY PROXIMITY

This sensor is fitted on the production line and set up so that a light beam
from the sensor is reflected back by the product itself. The sensor detects the
reflected beam and printing starts when reflection either begins or ends. The
reflection may be from the body of the product or from a light coloured
marking on a darker background on the product.
Connection details are given in the diagram below.
SW_0086 SW_0085

A100+ A300+ / A200+

Pin 1=
Pin 2 = 0V
Encoder (1)
Pin 6=
Encoder(2)
Quadrature
Input

Pin 5 =
Pin 3 = Screen
Product
Detector Pin 4 =
+12V*
AM_0164

Cabinet Connectors
AM_0165A (External View)

Sensor Assembly Proximity

* +12V with respect to pin 1 (0V).

Spare List: Sensor Assembly Proximity - 37761

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INDUCTIVE SENSOR
Two types of sensor/detector are available:
• Inductive Sensor (18mm body), or
• Inductive Sensor (30mm body).
The inductive sensor detects metal products. It is mounted close to the
products on the line and provides a signal to the printer when the product
comes within its detection range.
Connection details are given in the diagram below.
SW_0086 SW_0085

A100+ A300+ / A200+

Pin 1=
Pin 2 = 0V
Encoder (1)
Pin 6=
Encoder(2)
Quadrature
Input

Pin 5 =
Pin 3 = Screen
Product
Detector Pin 4 =
+12V*

AM_0169A AM_0168
Cabinet Connectors
(External View)

Inductive Sensor
* +12V with respect to pin 1 (0V).
Spares List: Inductive Sensor 18mm, Domino Part No. 37762
Inductive Sensor 30mm, Domino Part No. 37763

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SENSOR ASSEMBLY FIBRE OPTIC

This sensor is fitted to the production line and is typically used where space is
limited or where more accuracy is required.
It is fitted on the production line and set up so that a light beam from the
sensor is reflected back by the product itself. The sensor detects the reflected
beam and printing starts when reflection either begins or ends. The reflection
may be from the body of the product or from a light coloured marking on a
darker background on the product. The sensitivity can be adjusted via an
external potentiometer on the side of the sensor box.

SW_0086 SW_0085

A100+ A300+ / A200+

Amplifier
Box

Pin 1=
0V
Pin 2 =
Encoder (1)
Pin 6=
Encoder(2)
Quadrature
Input

Pin 5 =
Pin 3 = Screen
Product
Detector Pin 4 =
+12V*
AM_0172
AM_0173A
Cabinet Connectors
(External View)

Sensor Assembly Fibre Optic

* +12V with respect to pin 1 (0V).
Spares List: Sensor Assembly Fibre Optic A-Series - 37764

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CONTENTS
Page
INTRODUCTION ........................................................................... 10-3
INITIAL INSPECTION ................................................................... 10-4
PREPARING THE PRINTER FOR USE ....................................... 10-5
Start-Up ........................................................................................ 10-6
Installation Wizard ..................................................................... 10-6
Initial Print Set-up ..................................................................... 10-7
Print Setup ................................................................................ 10-9
Preparing the Ink System ............................................................... 10-10
Setting the Master Clock ................................................................ 10-13
Setting the Default Clock Offsets ................................................... 10-13
Product Detection .......................................................................... 10-14
Encoder ......................................................................................... 10-14
Print Delay .................................................................................... 10-15
Print Offsets ................................................................................... 10-15
Character Height and Width .......................................................... 10-15
To Create a Print Sample ............................................................... 10-16
Invert/Reverse Printing ................................................................. 10-17
Installation Dimensions A300+ & A200+ ....................................... 10-18
Installation Dimensions A100+ ...................................................... 10-19
PRINTER INSTALLATION ............................................................ 10-20
Cabinet Positioning ........................................................................ 10-20
Conduit and Print Head Positioning .............................................. 10-20
Print Head Installation Dimensions ................................................ 10-21
Duo PrintHead Installation Dimensions .......................................... 10-22
Pinpoint Print Head Installation Dimensions .................................. 10-23
90 Degree Print Head Installation Dimensions ............................... 10-24
90 Degree Pinpoint Print Head Installation Dimensions ................. 10-24
Print Head Bracket Installation Dimensions .................................... 10-25
External Air Supply (Print Head) (Not A100+) .............................. 10-25
Electrical Supply ............................................................................ 10-26
EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS ....................................................... 10-26
SENSOR INSTALLATION .............................................................. 10-27

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INTRODUCTION
WARNINGS: (1) There are high voltages and delicate
components inside the Domino A-Series plus
cabinets. The electronics compartment must
not be opened by unskilled personnel.
(2) The printer is Class 1 equipment and requires a
protective earth.
(3) For the safety of personnel, all items in the
printer requiring connection to earth/ground
have cables for this purpose. Any earth/
ground cables disconnected at any time must
be refitted before the printer is returned to
operation.
(4) The printer requires an H05 RR-F approved
mains lead.
Installation of a Domino A-Series plus printer consists of:
• Checking that all items have been delivered
• Preparing the printer for use
• Installing the printer and its associated equipment.
In the case of installing the printer, there is a wide range of possible work areas
and it is not possible to give specific instructions. The information provided,
therefore, consists of the basic requirements and general information. It
would be prudent to ensure that the basic requirements can be met before
installing the printer.
Domino A300+/A200+/A100+ printers should be mounted on a stand or
fitted with a stabiliser kit (see Part 9 : Options). Domino can also provide
mountings for print heads from a range of brackets and support systems.

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INITIAL INSPECTION
(1) Check that the equipment supplied conforms to the sales order and the
ink supplied conforms to the ink type identified on the machine test
result form. Copies of both sales order and test results should
accompany the printer on delivery.
Note: For details of access into the cabinet, see page 6-3 and page 7-27.
(2) Open the electronics compartment door. Connect the anti-static wrist
strap into the ESD connector provided.
(3) Inspect the electronics compartment to ensure that all connections are
intact and there is no damage.
(4) Disconnect the anti-static wrist strap and close the electronics
compartment door or replace the cover.
(5) Open the ink compartment door. Remove the shipping box from the
ink reservoir manifold.
(6) Inspect the components and tubes inside the ink compartment to ensure
that all connections are intact and there is no damage.
(7) Close the ink compartment door.

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PREPARING THE PRINTER FOR USE

WARNINGS: (1) During procedures involving the ink system,
protective clothing, especially eye protection
and gloves, must be worn at all times - see
“HEALTH AND SAFETY”.
(2) The printer must never be started up with the
nozzle plate removed.
(3) Under certain fault conditions, the ink in the
feed tubes and drop generator could remain
under pressure when the printer is switched
off. To catch any escaping ink, place tissue
around the nozzle plate before releasing the
securing screws, or around an ink feed tube
junction before disconnection.
The following procedures will require use of the control panel. Consult the
general rules for using the keyboard (see page 2-26 and on) with particular
reference to:
• the screen areas such as the status bar and the working area
• how to use the function and select keys
• meanings of terms such as "Select" (to press a function key, or to step
through the available options using the increment (<>) keys) and "Enter"
(to type in a value with the number keys)
• the difference between entering values with the number keys (effect
delayed until exiting the screen) and using the increment keys (effective
immediately).

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Start-Up
Note: The wizards will appear automatically on initial start-up. To enable or
disable this feature, refer to page 3-56.
(1) At the printer cabinet, connect the power cable into the side of the
printer cabinet and plug the power cable into the supply.
(2) Press the power on/off button on the membrane.
(3) Wait approximately 2 minutes for the printer to power on. On initial
start up it is necessary to run through the installation wizard. Follow the
on screen prompts:

(a) Set the Prompt Language

(b) Set the Printer Model

(4) The printer will now display a list of the wizards available to run. It is
advised to run through each wizard, especially on initial start-up and
installation:
Installation Wizard

(a) Set whether the installation wizards

show at each power cycle.

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(b) Enable or disable the Ethernet port. If

enabled, set the port settings (see
below).

(c) Set the email details if the Ethernet is

enabled, allowing selected alerts to be
emailed.

(d) Set the master clock for the printer.

Initial Print Set-up

(a) Enable or disable the date fields. These

allow date fields to be inserted into the
message. Press Hide Formats to hide
selected formats (see below).

(b) If Dates are enabled, it is possible to hide

certain date fields if these are not used.
Select the format to hide and press Hide
Format. Use the Back Up button to
return to previous screen.

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(c) Enable or disable the time formats.

These allow time fields to be inserted
into the message. Press Hide Formats to
hide selected formats (see below).

(d) If time formats are enabled, it is possible

to hide certain time fields if these are not
used. Select the format to hide and
press Hide Format. Use the Back Up
button to return to previous screen.

(e) Set the clock offsets. It is advisable to

leave one clock with no offsets to allow
the real time (master clock) to be
inserted into messages. Press Change to
set the clock offsets (see below).

(f) Set the offsets required for each of four

(two on A100+) clocks. As mentioned,
it is advisable to leave one clock with no
offset to allow the real time (master)
clock to be inserted if required. Press
OK to accept the changes.

(g) Enable or disable the shift code function.

(h) If shift codes are enabled, they must be

set. At least one shift code should be
named (although it is advisable to name
all the set shift codes). Set the start and
finish times for the shift, then use the >
cursor key with the Shift Code
highlighted to scroll to the next shift
code.

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(i) Enable or disable the serial number

function. Press Hide Formats to hide
selected formats (see below).

(j) If serial numbers are enabled, it is

possible to hide certain serial number
formats if these are not used. Select the
format to hide and press Hide Format.
Press the Back Up button to return to
previous screen, then press Finish to end
the wizard.

Print Setup
(a) Initial screen of the Print setup wizard.
Follow the on screen instructions.
Check that, if used, the sensor and/or
shaft encoder are connected correctly.

(b) The printer can have eight message

formats "online", these can be swapped
out for any of the available message
formats suitable for the printer.
Note:

Highlight the message format to swap in

the Message Format Set list and press
Swap Format to change this for one of the
other available formats.
Note that "--------" is available, this will
leave the slot blank (i.e. no format selected).

Use Show Details for details of the

highlighted format.
Note that you may have to restart the
printer in order to save message format
changes.

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(c) Select if either using a product sensor or

if printing continuously. Then select
Finish to end the Print Setup Wizard.

(5) The printer will now set the printer in accordance with the elements set
in the wizards. Once complete the ink system will need preparing (see
next).

Preparing the Ink System

Note: For details of the cabinet interior, see page 2-15 to page 2-19.
Firstly the ink quality code must be entered to ensure the validity of the ink
reservoir. Do this as follows:
(1) Enter the Machine Set-up and select the Production menu.
Select Change Reservoir.
(2) At the prompt enter the 10 digit quality code - this is found on the label
on the front of the ink reservoir, press Submit Code.
(3) If the code is OK, a prompt will display requesting the printer to be
powered off. Press the Power On/Off button to switch off the printer.
CAUTION: Vigorously shake opaque reservoir for at least 2 minutes
prior to fitting.
(4) Fit the ink reservoir into the cabinet.
(5) On the ink manifold, remove the red cover from the top and the two
red covers from the underside. Also remove the silicone cover from the
return tube.
(6) Remove the top from the ink reservoir and screw the ink manifold onto
the reservoir.
(7) Fit an ink cartridge onto the ink manifold.
(8) Remove the red cover from the top of the make-up manifold and fit a
make-up cartridge. This should then empty into the make-up reservoir.
(9) At the print head, release the securing screw and remove the print head
from its holster and fit into a wash station.
Note: For details of the print head see page 2-9 and page 2-13.
(10)Remove the silicone tube cap over the gutter. Check that the print
head is clean and dry.
(11)Press the power On/Off button to switch the printer on.

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(12)The printer will now automatically bleed the ink system to remove any
air from the ink system. During this time it may be helpful to assist the
damper in bleeding, as follows:
(13)Move the damper to the front of the ink system and prop it at an angle
of 20° with the outlet uppermost (see diagram below). Once complete,
replace the damper.

Outlet

AM_0174
Bleeding the Damper

The printer is now ready for the jet to be switched on.

(14)Press the Start/Stop button. The printer will automatically start the jet.
(15)Check the jet alignment is correct according to the diagram on page
10-12.
(16)Check that approximately 40 seconds after pressing the Start/Stop
button, the Status bar message changes to Ready to Print and the green
led stops flashing and shows steadily.
(17)At the print head, release the securing screw, remove the print head
from the wash station and refit into its holster.
The printer is now ready to print.

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Jet Alignment in
Charge Electrode

Drop
Generator
(Generic
shown) Jet Alignment with
Deflector Plates
1mm

Pinpoint

1mm

Pinpoint
Jet Alignment in Gutter

Jet
90% 75%
ID ID
Jet to be set 25% of
gutter diameter
from gutter wall
AM_0175
Head Alignment

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Setting the Master Clock

(1) Press the Machine Setup key. Enter the password, if required.
(2) Select the Configuration key.
Regional (3) Select Regional Settings, then Master Clock.
Settings
(4) Check that the settings are correct and amend as required.
Master
Clock
(5) Press OK to accept the changes.
OK
Setting the Default Clock Offsets
Each of four (two on A100+) clocks can be set with separate time offsets from
the master clock, ready for insertion into messages. These will be the default
settings for the clock offsets, they can still be changed for individual messages
and these will be saved with the message only. If the real/master clock time is
required, one of the clocks should be left with zero offsets. Offsets can only
be ahead in time of the master clock.
(1) Press the Machine Setup key.
(2) Select the Configuration key.
Machine (3) Then select the following keys: Machine Print Settings > Default Machine
Print
Settings Settings > Clock Dep Options, then select Clock Offset.
Default
Machine
Settings
(4) A list of the available clock offsets is displayed and a preview of the
Clock
highlighted offset is shown at the bottom of the screen. To change an
Dep
Options offset, select the offset required and press Change.
Clock
Offset (5) A screen will then open with the name and the offsets available to set:
Year, Month, Week, Day, Hour and Minutes forward of the master
clock can all be set. The month rollover can also be set, this is for when
month offsets are used and the current month has a different number of
days to the offset month, i.e. if a one month offset is used on Jan 31st, as
there is no Feb 31st it is possible in this instance to roll forward to
March 1st or backwards to Feb 28th.
(6) When set, press OK to accept the changes.

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Product Detection
To set the printer to use a product sensor:
(1) Press the Machine Setup Key. Enter the password if required.
(2) Select the Service Key.
System
Config (3) Select the following keys: System Config > External I/F. This screen
External
displays the current settings for both the product detect and encoder. If
I/F the settings are incorrect, press Product Detect to alter these settings.
Product
Detect
(4) Ensure the Source is set to Ext.
Set the active level required (High is leading edge, Low is trailing edge).

Encoder
To set the printer to use a shaft encoder:
(1) Press the Machine Setup Key. Enter the password if required.
(2) Select the Service Key.
System
Config (3) Select the following keys: System Config > External I/F. This screen
displays the current settings for both the product detect and encoder. If
External
I/F the settings are incorrect, press Encoder to alter these settings.
Product
Encoder
(4) Ensure the Stroke Source to Ext.
(5) If required, set the stroke multiply and/or divide ratio, this allows the
printer to match the output from the shaft encoder.
The Encoder Pulse Count verifies that the encoder signal is being received
by the printer.
(6) Use the increment keys to select Internal or External (if a shaft encoder is
to be used).
Note: If the Stroke Source is Internal, the stroke rate is controlled by Change
Width in Print Setup (see below).
(7) If the Stroke Source is External, use the highlight bar to select External
Stroke Divider Ratio and type in the value required.
(8) Use the scroll keys to search through the key options along the bottom
of the screen and select OK.
For further information on the shaft encoder option, refer to page 9-23.

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Print Delay
Note: Each print format has a minimum print delay to which the printer is set
on delivery. This value should be recorded for future use. Entering any
value below this minimum will result in an error message when printing.
In the absence of a recorded minimum, increase the print delay until an
acceptable value is found. The product detector (sensor) or print head may
require re-positioning.
(1) Press the Machine Setup key.
(2) Select Configuration > Machine Print Settings > Print Delay
(3) Type in the number of strokes giving the change in position required to
Machine
Print print the message accurately on the product.
Settings

Print
(4) To adjust the position of the print on the product, adjust the Print
Delay Offset, See below.
(5) Select OK from the key options along the bottom of the screen.

Print Offsets
The print offset is used to adjust the position of the message on the product.
If using a traverser on the print head, the reverse offset can also be set.
(1) Press the Machine Setup key.
(2) Select the Configuration key.
Machine
Print
Settings
Then select the following keys: Machine Print Settings > Default Machine
Default
Settings > Print Offsets.
Machine
Settings Then select the offset required (normally forward ).
Print
Offsets
(3) Enter the offset required and press OK.

Character Height and Width

(1) Press the Machine Setup key.
(2) Select the Configuration key.
Then select the following keys: Machine Print Settings > Print Height/
Machine
Print
Settings
Width.
Print
Height /
(3) Select either height or width. Print Height is represented as a
Width
percentage of the maximum available (the maximum will vary
depending on the print format).
The Print width is defined as a stroke rate, the maximum possible for
the current message format will be displayed.
(4) Select OK to accept the changes.

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To Create a Print Sample

WARNING: During the following procedure, the print head
must be directed into a beaker made of
conducting material which is securely
connected to ground/earth, as electrostatic
charges on the ink drops used for printing
could cause a fire hazard.
The printer is now ready to print messages. It will be necessary to have the
jet running and a message ready to print. If required refer to message creation
and printing, on page 4-9.
(1) Press the Machine Setup key.
(2) Select System Config > External Interface > Product Detect
(3) Set the Source to Int. and press OK.
System
Config (4) Select Encoder and set Stroke Source to Int. and set the stroke rate, a
External
suggested rate is around 500, press OK.
Interface
(5) Now, still within the Machine Setup menu, select Adjustment >
Modulation. From this screen it is possible to select Print Once or Print
Continuous.
Note: Remember to switch off Continuous Print function when finished.

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Invert/Reverse Printing
The default settings for the printer can be either On or Off (Off as standard).
Further to this, it is possible to set each message to print in inverted and or
reverse form, or with change-overs between normal and inverted/reverse
orientation after specific numbers of products or prints.
Message settings are saved with the message. Set the printer defaults as
follows:
(1) Press the Print Setup key.
(2) Select Machine Print Settings > Machine Orientation. Then select either
Set Reverse or Set Invert.
Machine
Print (3) Set to be either On or Off.
Settings

Orientation

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700 (27.75")

245 (9.6")

715 (28.15)

AM_0178

10 (0.394)

Notes: (1) All dimensions in mm

(inches).
555 (21.85")

(2) A minimum space of 250mm

475 (18.7")

(9.84") is required for the

conduit where it emerges from
the cabinet.
(1.575")

(2")
50

AM_0179
40

Installation Dimensions A300+ & A200+

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670 (26.4")
245 (9.6")

636 (25.06")

AM_0180
10 (0.394")

Notes: (1) All dimensions in mm

(inches).
528 (20.8")

448 (17.65")

(2) A minimum space of

250mm (9.84") is required
for the conduit where it
emerges from the cabinet.

AM_0181
(1.576")
40

Installation Dimensions A100+

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PRINTER INSTALLATION
The following is general information for installing the printer in a wide range
of working areas.
Printer cabinet and print head installation dimensions are given in the diagrams
opposite and on the next page.

Cabinet Positioning
The cabinet should be in a position where there is access to the front and left
side with clearances to open the doors as given in the diagram. The cabinet
must be level and electrically isolated from other equipment, except for a
normal data interface.
For total stability, the printer should be mounted on a stand or fitted with a
stabiliser kit (see Part 9 : Options).
The printer should be sited in an area where the temperatures will remain
within +5°C and +45°C and the relative humidity will remain within 10% to
90% (non-condensing). The A300+ printer draws in and expels cooling air
through the underside of the cabinet, whilst the A200+ and A100+ printers
draw cooling air through the upper right hand side of the cabinet, and expels
it through the underside of the cabinet. Nothing must be allowed to interfere
with this movement of air.
Conduit and Print Head Positioning
The conduit must be kept away from power supply cables and other wiring
capable of producing electrical noise. The print head must also be electrically
isolated. This is normally achieved by the insulation coating on the print
head and its mounting components. However, if there is any danger of this
being insufficient, use the glass-filled nylon mounting bracket supplied loose
with the printer. The print head and conduit must also be as free as possible
from vibration.
PRINT HEAD DISTANCE FROM PRINT
NOZZLE SIZE
SURFACE
75 micron 12mm (0.47") nominal, 6-30mm (0.2-1.18")range
60 micron 12mm (0.47") nominal, 6-30mm (0.2-1.18") range
The print head must be mounted perpendicular to the printing surface. The
distance between print head and print surface is optimised to the values given
above. Print quality will be maintained if the distance is between the limits
given, but will reduce outside these limits.

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Note: All dimensions in mm (inches).

170 (6.7")
Minimum
bend radius

23.9 (0.94")

1.55
(0.06")
240.3 (9.5")
155 (6.1")

12 (0.47")

41 (1.62") 47.7 (1.88")

AM_0182

Print Head Installation Dimensions

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Note: All dimensions in mm (inches).

170 (6.7")
Minimum
bend radius

28 (1.10")

3.30
(0.13")
255 (10")

7.60
(0.30")
148 (5.83")

57 (2.24") 49.7 (1.96")

APD_0002

Duo Print Head Installation Dimensions

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Notes: (1) All dimensions in mm (inches).

(2) All other dimensions are as per
standard print head - see previous
page

23.9 (0.94")

215.3 (8.5")
130(5.1")

AM_0183

Pinpoint Print Head Installation Dimensions

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Note: All dimensions in mm (inches).

23.9 (0.94")
129.8 (5.11")

149.5 (5.84")
148 (5.8")

AM_0185 105.5 (4.1")

47.7 (1.9")
41 (1.6")

41 (1.6")

90 Degree Print Head Installation Dimensions

23.9 (0.94") 129.8 (5.11")

124.5 (4.9")
123 (4.84")

80.5 (3.17")

90 Degree Pinpoint Print Head Installation Dimensions

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Note: All dimensions in mm (inches).

42 (1.65")

50

(0.79")
(1.97")

20
50 (1.97")

(0.79")
20
10
(0.4") 5 (0.2")
20
(0.79")

20
47 (1.85") (0.79")

73 (2.87")
AM_0186
Print Head Bracket Installation Dimensions

External Air Supply (Print Head) (Not A100+)

WARNING: Do not connect the air supply to the ink circuit
vent.
If required, the positive air to the print head can be supplied from an external
source. The air supply must be clean and dry. (Domino can provide advice
on suitable air filters.) Pressure must not exceed 1bar (15psi) and should
preferably be adjustable.
The air pressure should be set to the minimum value that achieves the
requirement, i.e. exclusion of contamination or fumes, this is approximately
2-2.2L/Min at the print head. An excessive air pressure will interfere with
the ink jet and cause a deterioration in print quality.

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Electrical Supply
WARNING: The cabinet must be properly earthed for the
safety of personnel working on the printer.
The printer should be connected using a suitable plug and socket outlet
which is accessible and close to the equipment, so that power can be quickly
disconnected. If a fused power connector is used, it should be fitted with a
5A fuse. If a fused power connector is not used, then the supply circuit
should have a circuit breaker or fuse rated at 5A.
The supply must be free from electrical noise. Domino can give advice on
suitable devices to ensure trouble-free operation.

EXTERNAL CONNECTIONS
Power Ethernet Connector
Connector
Alarms Connector
USB
Connector
1 x Serial Port (Option)
Beacon 2 x User Port (Option)
Connector

Product
Detector/Shaft
Encoder
Connectors USB
Connector
Power Ethernet
Connector Connector

Beacon Alarms
Connector
AM_SW_0187

3x
Spare
A300+/A200+
Product Detector/
Shaft Encoder
Connectors SW_0086
A100+

External Connections

Domino A-Series plus printers require the following a.c. single phase, three
wire supply:
100V - 120V, 200VA, 50-60Hz (nominal), or
200V - 240V, 200VA, 50-60Hz (nominal).

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SENSOR INSTALLATION
Details are given in Part 9 : Options of the following types of sensor:
• Sensor and Reflector Assembly
• Sensor Assembly Proximity
• Inductive Sensor
• Sensor Assembly Fibre Optic.
The printer provides a 12V 100mA d.c. output for use by the sensor and a
12V NPN open-collector input for product detection signals back from the
sensor. The sensors are attached to a connector on the side of the printer
cabinet.
Sometimes the mode of operation and position of the sensor may be unique
to a particular application. Domino would be pleased to assist with any
problems.

Sensor Positioning
The sensor should be fitted at a position where it can detect the product
before the product reaches the print head. Either the leading or the trailing
edge of the product detect signal can be used. Once the product has been
detected, the print delay (in strokes) will then determine the message is
printed (a print trigger signal is given). Note also that each message can be
positioned further using a message offset.
Positioning the printed message on the product is, therefore, controlled by
two adjustments:
(a) Position of the sensor. The sensor should be as close as possible to
the print head and such that it avoids the next product being
detected prior to the current product being completed. The closest
distances may also be affected by the minimum print delay available
with the print format in use (see page 10-15).
(b) Adjustment of the Print delay through the printer control panel.
The aim should be to position the sensor and select a pulse edge which will
result in the minimum Print delay. A highly unsatisfactory condition,
normally to be avoided, is where one product triggers printing on the next.
This becomes increasingly possible at high print repetition rates, such as with
small products passing at high speed.

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Print Head Product Sensor

ABC
Direction
of Travel

Print Delay
(distance between Product
sensor and the print head)

With a message (print)

offset, position the
message on the product

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CONTENTS
Page
GLOSSARY OF TERMS .................................................................. 11-2
Print Definitions ............................................................................ 11-5
INDEX .............................................................................................. 11-6

PART 11 :

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GLOSSARY OF TERMS

Alphanumeric Letter or number characters.

Attribute A characteristic, or distinctive feature.
Backlash The ability to detect direction of line travel, enabling
the print to be suspended when travelling in opposite
direction and restart at the appropriate place.
BFT Ball Fall Time. The time taken for the ball in the
viscometer to descend through the sample of ink in
the viscometer tube.
BUP Break up point, below nozzle plate and within charge
electrode, where jet breaks into drops.
Compact Flash This is a memory card used to store vital printer
information. It is located on the SBC.
DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol. A protocol
used to assign dynamic IP addresses on a dynamic
network.
DNS Domain Name System. This system converts domain
names into IP addresses.
Drop Ink drop. Also used as a unit of measurement in
measuring character or font height.
Element (Relating to Barcodes) Is any individual bar or space
Email Client A program running on the printer to enable specified
alerts to be emailed.
Ethernet This is the LAN (Local Area Network) technology
used to connect the printer to other devices. The A-
Series plus printer provides an Ethernet connector for
networking.
Key options Options selected by the function keys to the left of the
screen (on the screen on SVGA).
Mode Way of working or way in which something is done;
method of procedure.
PEC Print Engine Controller. This PCB manages control
of the ink system and print head.
PPR Pulses Per Revolution. Number of pulses for 1
complete revolution of a shaft encoder.

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 Print Trigger The internal trigger signal to initiate printing
Product Detect The signal received from either an external device
(product sensor) or internally, to start the printing
process. i.e. if no delays or offsets are set, this will
generate the print trigger signal immediately.
Quadrature A quadrature adds a second channel (B) (from shaft
encoder) that is offset by 1/4 (90°) cycle to allow for
directional information (i.e. A leads B or B leads A).
Quiet Zone (Relating to Barcodes) Refers to the spaces around a
barcode that must not contain dark marks
Range Information presented by the printer - the range
between which the value should appear.
Raster The set of charge voltages that create a print stroke.
Rasters are specifically designed to accommodate drop
size characteristics, number of lines of print and the
required print quality.
SBC Single Board Computer. This PCB manages the User
Interface (keyboard and display) and performs the
error reporting, monitoring, USB, data storage and
networking functions of the printer
Select Information to be put into the printer - use the
keyboard <>keys to choose the option required. Then
use the Select key to insert or open.
Shaft Encoder A mechanical device that emits X amount of pulsed
signals per revolution of the shaft. This is typically
attached to a production line to ensure that the print
width is kept constant to varying line speeds.
Sequencing Application of an automatic sequence of actions, such
as used to start up or shut down the printer.
Soft Key Key having its function controlled by software. The
key can, therefore, be expected to have different
functions at different points in printer operation.
Status Information presented by the printer - the current
value, setting or adjustment in the printer.

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 Stroke The adjacent lines of ink drops making up the
character drop matrix. The distance between strokes
is sometimes used as a unit of measurement in spacings
or delays.
USB Universal Serial Bus. This is defined as a “plug and
play” device that can be fitted into the printer. In the
A-Series plus, a USB (1.1 standard) socket is provided
to enable a USB mass storage device to be inserted,
this can contain information that the printer can use
to restore, or can be used to create back-ups etc.
Unicode An international coding scheme for written characters
and text, each of which is identified by a 16-bit code
between 0000 and FFFF. The code conforms to a
Standard maintained by the Unicode Consortium and
ISO organisation.
Web server A Web server is a program that allows users to view
information on the printer from a remote connection
using a web browser such as Internet Explorer.

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Print Definitions
Normal Print

Print Trigger

Product
Detect
Print Delay

Print Delay
Direction of print

Print Offset

Print Offset

Product Product
Detect Detect

Forward/ Reverse Forward

Reverse Offset Offset
Offset Print Delay Print Delay

Direction of print Direction of print

Invert Print

Reverse Print

Inter Character Gap

(Double Space Print)

Bold Print
(set to 1 in this example)

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 INDEX
make-up 2-22
replacement 4-7
Numerics Character size 10-15
2D Codes Charge Electrode 2-13
type(s) available 3-26 alignment 7-17
A replacement 7-14
Accessories 8-3 Clock
Air supply 10-25 add offsets 3-20
Airdryer master
compressor driven 9-12 setting 10-13
Alarm beacon 9-4 set master clock 3-62
Alarm Port 9-6 setting 10-13
Alert bar setting offsets 10-13
messages 5-4 Clock Offsets 4-16
Alerts Conduit
acknowledgement 2-29, 5-3 90 degree 9-20
amber 2-32, 5-3 length 2-9
configurable 5-3 positioning 10-20
non-recoverable 5-3 retainer kit 9-19
recoverable 5-3 Connectivity 2-37
red 2-32, 5-3 Connectivity Symbols 2-29, 2-30
Alpha Hours 3-19 Consumables 8-3
B Control panel 2-26
Back-up 4-31 Currency 2-34
Barcodes 3-24 Custom Scripts 3-23
2D 3-26 D
supported types 3-24 Damper
Beacon bleeding 10-11
installation 9-5 replacement 6-10
Bold 3-13 Data
Bracketry 9-13 importing and exporting 2-36
base mount kit 9-14 Date
floor mount kit 9-13 insert 3-15
goal post kit 9-14 Date Codes 3-16, 4-16
side mount kit 9-13 Deflector plates 2-13
C alignment 7-20
Cabinet replacement 7-19, 7-21
cooling Delay (print)
A200/A100 2-14 adjustment 10-15
electronics DHCP 2-37
access 7-26 Dimensions 2-9
positioning 10-20 A100+ 10-19
specification 2-9 A300+ & A200+ 10-18
storage 9-18 print head 10-21, 10-22

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 90 degree 10-24 Fluid
90 degree pinpoint 10-24 levels 2-22
bracket 10-25 Front panel
pinpoint 10-23 LCD replacement 7-32
Display working area 2-29
contrast 4-9 Front Panel PCB
QVGA 2-28 SVGA
SVGA 2-27 replacement 7-35
DNS 2-37 Function keys 2-28
Dot matrix 2-13 Fuse
Drive rod 2-13 replacement 7-28
replacement 7-4 G
Drop generator Gap
replacement 7-6, 7-8 between characters 3-14
Dynamic Settings 3-5 Gutter
E pipe/sensor replacement 7-24
Electrical supply 10-26 sensor gap 7-25
Electronics Subrack H
replacement 7-38 Height
Electrostatic discharge 1-6 font 3-13
Email 2-38 print 3-13, 3-33
alerts 3-67 I
Encoder 3-54, 9-23 Import/Export
Environment message(s) 3-42, 4-14
specification 2-11 Importing data 2-36
temperature 2-11 Ink
ESD circuit diagram 2-23, 2-24
wriststrap connector 7-26 opaque 2-25
Ethernet 2-37, 3-66 reservoir 2-22
External connections 10-26 storage 1-4
F system venting 2-22
Fan Ink Cartridge 4-5
operation check 6-12 Ink jet
replacement 7-39 alignment 6-14
Faults alignment checks 6-13
print quality 5-7 break-up 2-13
printer 5-5 modulation check 6-16
Filter Ink manifold
replacement seal check 6-11
air 6-11 Ink pressure
feed 6-9 check 6-16
gutter 6-8 Ink System
main 6-8, 7-52 preparation 10-10
make-up 6-7 specification 2-11
Fire 1-4 Inspection 10-4
Installation

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 printer 10-20 Logos
wizard 10-6 create 4-23
Inverse Video 3-37 import 4-23
Invert 4-11 message
printing 3-36 inclusion 3-12
Invertor PCB QVGA 4-23
replacement 7-34 SVGA 4-25
IP rating 2-9 M
J Machine Setup 3-44
Jet pump Make-up
refurbishment 7-50 cartridge 2-22
opaque 7-51 Master Clock
see also pump set 3-62
K Menu Map 3-7
Keyboard Message
general 4-9 clock entry 4-15
Keyboard and Bezel creation 4-9, 4-10
replacement 7-30 general information 4-9
SVGA delete 4-13
replacement 7-33 editor 3-11
Keyboard Language 4-9 formats 3-14
Keys print 4-12
currency 2-34 save 4-13
general purpose select existing 4-13
cursor 2-33 serial number entry 4-18
delete 2-33 shift code entry 4-17
help 2-34 store 3-40
increment 2-33, 2-34 text field 4-20
shift 2-34 Messages
shift lock 2-34 alert bar 5-4
lockout 2-35 import/export 3-42, 4-14
topic 2-32 Modulation
L check 6-16
Language N
change the prompt language 3- Negative Printing 3-37
63 Nozzle plate
printer 3-63 removal/cleaning 7-3
see also Upgrade Nozzle size 2-9
LCD Pinpoint 2-9
replacement 7-32 O
Lockout 2-35, 3-11 On Screen Keyboard 2-28
Logo 3-28 OSK 2-28, 3-63
editor 3-29

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P positive air 10-25
Password 2-35 specification 2-9
PCB Print Offset 3-32
front panel Print Parameters 3-32
replacement 7-31 Print Trigger 5-6, 11-3
ink system interface Print/Operating Symbols 2-30
replacement 7-37 Printer
standard interface back-up 4-31
replacement 7-29 dimensions 10-20
Peltier faults 5-5
option kit 9-22 installation 10-20
replacement 7-46 restore 4-32
Positive air Printing
external 10-25 invert 4-11, 10-17
pump repeat 4-11
operation check 6-12 Product Detect 3-54, 9-26, 9-29,
PPR 10-14, 11-3
specifying 9-24 PRV
Pressure sensor 1psi
replacement 7-45 refurbishment 7-48
Print PSU
bold 3-13 replacement 7-27
create a sample 10-16 Pump
delay 10-15 jet
height and width 3-64, 10-15 replacement 7-50
repeat 3-37 opaque 7-51
test 10-16 pipe connections 7-42
width and height 3-33 opaque 7-42
Print and operating symbols 2-29 positive air 9-11
Print Delay 3-32 replacement 7-40
Print Head speed check 6-17
90 degree 9-20 Q
90 degree dimensions 10-24 Quality code 4-5
alignment 6-13 QVGA 2-28, 3-5
bracket dimensions 10-25 R
cleaning 6-19, 6-20 Repeat 4-11
dimensions 2-9, 10-21, 10-22 continuous 4-11
pinpoint 10-23 counted 4-11
distance 10-20 printing 3-37
distance above print surface 2-9 Reservoir
distance from substrate 10-20 capacity 2-11
general view 2-12 change 3-44
IP65 cover 9-21 ink 2-22
pinpoint quality code 4-5
90 degree dimensions 10-24 replacement 4-4
positioning 10-20 Restore 4-32

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Reverse 4-11 ink system 2-11
Reverse Printing 3-35 print head 2-9
S Stand
Safety bench mounting 9-17
data sheets 1-3 mobile 9-15
fire 1-4 wall mounted 9-16
information 1-3 Start/Stop Key 2-31
ink 1-3 Start-up 4-3, 10-6
ink spillage and disposal 1-5 Status 5-4
symbols 1-6 getting ready to print 5-4
Saved Messages 3-40 heating 5-4
Screen ink system standby 5-4
brightness 4-9 not ready to print 5-4
Screen Brightness 3-6 ready to print 5-4
Screen Number 2-29 standby 5-4
Scroll Bar 2-29 Status/Alert bar 2-29
Security 3-49 Storage
Send to Print 4-12 ink 1-4
Sensor 10-27 Storage Cabinet 9-18
fibre optic 9-29 Strobe Assembly
inductive 9-28 replacement 7-12
installation 10-27 pinpoint 7-13
positioning 10-27 Stroke Source
proximity 9-27 adjustment 10-14
reflector 9-26 Strokes 2-13
type 10-27 SVGA 2-26, 3-5
Serial Number 3-21, 4-18 screen brightness 3-6
create 3-22 Symbols 1-6
insert 3-21 connectivity 2-29
Serial Port 3-67, 9-7 print and operating 2-29
connections 9-8 T
Shaft Encoder 9-23 Temperature 2-11
Shift Code 4-17 Temperature Sensor
insert 3-20 replacement 7-47
Shut Down Text Field 4-20, 4-21
long 4-4 insert 3-30
Softkeys 2-29 Thermal Sensor
Solenoid Valve replacement 7-11
arrangement 7-44 Time
replacement 7-44 insert 3-18
Spares Time Codes 3-18, 4-16
first level 8-4 Tools 8-3
second level 8-4 Topic Keys 2-32
Specification Touchscreen 2-26
cabinet 2-9 replacement 7-33
environment 2-11

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U V
Unicode 2-36, 11-4 Vent 2-22
common characters 2-36 Viscometer
Upgrade 3-68 replacement 7-49
USB 2-36 W
User Port 3-43, 9-7 Web Server 2-37, 3-67
connections Weight 2-9
PL1 9-9 Wizard
SK2 9-10 initial print set-up 10-7
setup 3-53 installation 10-6
print setup 10-9
Working area 2-29

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