Roland SJ-740 User Manual

USER'S MANUALThank you very much for purchasing this product.➢ To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product's

To Ensure Safe Use8 Ink, cleaning fluid, and discharged fluid are flammable and toxicWARNINGKeep open flame away from the work area.Ink and discharge

98Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-12 Menu ListMain MenuMENUPRESETPRESETLOADPRESETSAVELOADNAME1LOADNAME2 To [SHEET REMAIN] To [NAME]LOADNAME4LOADNAME6

5-12 Menu ListChapter 5 Feature Reference99PRESETNAMENAME_NAMENAME3NAMENAME5NAMENAME7NAMENAME8 To [NAME1] To [LOAD]NAME_NAME_NAME_NAME_NAME_NAME_NAM

5-12 Menu ListChapter 5 Feature Reference100ContinuedContinuedSUB MENUSLEEPSLEEPINTERVALSLEEPSETTINGSETTINGENABLEENABLESUB MENUFACTORY DEFAULTSUB MENU

5-12 Menu ListChapter 5 Feature Reference101☞ P. 77☞ P. 96☞ P. 96☞ P. 77☞ P. 56☞ P. 95☞ P. 95☞ P. 95☞ P. 92, 95☞ P. 95☞ P. 92, 95☞ P. 92, 95☞ P. 60☞ P

5-12 Menu ListChapter 5 Feature Reference102ContinuedMENUINK REMAININGSHEET REMAINSET LENGTHMENUSHEET REMAINSHEET REMAINPRINT MEMOSET LENGTH0.0 m0.0 m

5-12 Menu ListChapter 5 Feature Reference103Language and Unit MenuCleaning MenuHeater Configuration MenuMENU LANGUAGEENGLISHHold down

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105Chapter 6What to Do If

106Chapter 6 What to Do If6-1 The Machine Doesn't RunThe Printer Unit Doesn't RunIs the power switched on?Switch on the printer's main

107Chapter 6 What to Do If6-2 Attractive Printing Is ImpossiblePrinted Results Are Coarse or Contain Horizontal StripesDo the print heads show dot dro

To Ensure Safe Use9 This machine weighs 250 to 300 kg (550 to 660 lb.).Media weighs 30 to 50 kg (66 to 110 lb.).WARNINGInstall the machine in a locati

Chapter 6 What to Do If1086-2 Attractive Printing Is Impossibleputer quickly enough.Are the operating parameters set to appropriatevalues?Depending on

109Chapter 6 What to Do If6-3 The Media JamsThe Media JamsIf an error message is displayed because the mediahas jammed, immediately correct the proble

110Chapter 6 What to Do If6-4 The Media Cannot Be Taken Up SmoothlyThe Media Cannot Be Taken Up SmoothlyIs media feed unstable?Various factors can mak

111Chapter 6 What to Do If6-5 Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is UnstableA variety of problems can occur if the media feed is notsmooth. This can c

112Chapter 6 What to Do If6-6 The Print Heads Stopped MovingIf the print-head carriage stops over the platen, take ac-tion immediately to prevent the

113Chapter 6 What to Do If6-7 If a Message AppearsThese are the main messages that appear on the machine'sdisplay to prompt correct operation. Th

114Chapter 6 What to Do If6-8 If an Error Message AppearsThis describes the error messages that may appear onthe machine's display, and how to ta

Chapter 6 What to Do If6-8 If an Error Message Appears115[TEMPERATURE IS TOO HIGH **°C]The temperature of the location where the machineis installed h

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117Chapter 7Specifications

To Ensure Safe Use10Ink Is ToxicInk and discharged fluid are toxic. Avoidcontact with the body. Use only in a well-ventilated area.FlammableInk and d

118Chapter 7 Specifications7-1 Usable MediaConditions for Usable MediaMedia widthXJ-740: 210 to 1,879 mm (8.3 to 74 inches)XJ-640: 210 to 1,625 mm (8

119Chapter 7 Specifications7-2 Printing AreaPrinting Area and MarginsA: Setting of the [SIDE MARGIN] menu item (10 mm or 5 mm; 10 mm by default)B: Wi

Chapter 7 Specifications1207-2 Printing AreaMedia-cutoff Location During Continuous PrintingWhen a media-cutoff command is sent from the computer, th

121Chapter 7 Specifications7-3 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number LabelsPower RatingUse an electrical outlet that meets the requirements

122Chapter 7 Specifications7-4 Specifications80553515 27 32Humidity20(%)°C (°F)(no condensation)Temperature(59)(90)(81)(68)0Use in an operating envir

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11 Pour utiliser en toute sécuritéLa manipulation ou l'utilisation inadéquates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures oudes dommages matéri

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité12ATTENTIONS'assurer de suivre les procéduresd'utilisation décrites dans la documenta-tion. Ne jamais permet

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité13ATTENTIONBrancher à une prise électrique conformeaux caractéristiques de cet appareil (ten-sion, fréquence et courant

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité14 Remarques importantes à propos du câble d'alimentation, de la fiche et de la prise électriqueNe jamais déposer

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité15 L'encre, les liquides nettoyants et les liquidesusées sont inflammables et toxiquesATTENTIONNe pas approcher un

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité16 Cet appareil pèse de 250 à 300 kg (550 à 660 lb).Le support pèse de 30 à 50 kg (66 à 110 lb).ATTENTIONInstaller l&a

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité17Des vignettes d'avertissement sont apposées pour qu'il soit facile de repérer les zonesdangereuses. La sign

For the USAFEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSIONRADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCESTATEMENTThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with thelimits f

18Important Notes on Handling and UseThis machine is a precision device. To ensure the full performance of this machine, be sure toobserve the followi

19Chapter 1Introduction

20Chapter 1 Introduction1-1 Features of the MachineWhat Is the XJ-740/640/540?The XJ-740/640/540 is a large-format printer capable of high-speed, high

21Chapter 1 Introduction1-2 Part Names and FunctionsPrinter UnitFront coverBe sure to close this whenyou perform printing.Loading leverYou operate thi

1-2 Part Names and FunctionsChapter 1 Introduction22Pinch rollersThese clamp the media whenthe loading lever is pulled backtoward you.Knife guideThe s

1-2 Part Names and FunctionsChapter 1 Introduction23Operation PanelHEATER CONFIG keyYou press this to make the tem-perature setting for the mediaheati

1-2 Part Names and FunctionsChapter 1 Introduction24Media Take-up SystemMANUAL switchYou use this when you want to op-erate the take-up unit manually

25Chapter 2Operation

26Chapter 2 Operation2-1 Switching the Power On and OffSwitching the Power On and OffThis machine has a main power switch and a sub power switch. Swit

2-1 Switching the Power On and OffChapter 2 Operation27The Power-saving FeatureThis machine is provided with a power-saving feature that switches to a

1Contents To Ensure Safe Use ... 4

28Chapter 2 Operation2-2 Loading and Cutting Off MediaUsable MediaFor information about media that can be used with this machine, refer to the page in

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off MediaChapter 2 Operation29➋Go around to behind the printer and move the media holders all the way to the left and right.➌I

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off MediaChapter 2 Operation30➎Grasp the location shown in the figure and align the left edge of the media with the mark.If th

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off MediaChapter 2 Operation312.Pass the media through the printer and secure it in place so that no slack occurs.➊Pull out th

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off MediaChapter 2 Operation323.Attach the media clamps and close the front cover.➊Attach the media clamps.The media clamps ar

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off MediaChapter 2 Operation33How to Cut Off MediaTo cut off the media, use . You can carry this out only when is illuminated

34Chapter 2 Operation2-3 Settings for the Media Heating SystemWhat Is the Media Heating System?This machine is equipped with a media heating system th

2-3 Settings of the Media Heating SystemChapter 2 Operation35General Guide for the Preset TemperaturesThe optimal temperature for the media heating sy

36Chapter 2 Operation2-4 Starting PrintingGetting Ready to Receive Data from a ComputerWhen you have finished loading media and making the temperature

372-4 Starting PrintingChapter 2 OperationPrinting Tests and CleaningWe recommend performing a printing test to check for problems such as dot drop-ou

Contents2Replacing the Wipers ... 60R

382-4 Starting PrintingChapter 2 OperationHow to Perform CleaningWhen a printing test reveals dot drop-out or the like, perform cleaning for just the

39Chapter 2 Operation2-5 If Ink Runs OutChecking for Remaining InkProcedure➊Press .Pressseveral times.➋Press .➌Press .➍Press .Press to go back to the

2-5 If Ink Runs OutChapter 2 Operation40When Ink Cartridges Become EmptyWhen ink runs out, a warning beep sounds and printing pauses. Then ascreen lik

2-5 If Ink Runs OutChapter 2 Operation41WARNINGNever store ink, maintenance fluid, or discharged fluid in any of the following loca-tions.➢ Any locati

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43Chapter 3Operation of the MediaTake-up System

44Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System3-1 The Take-up SystemFeatures of the Take-up SystemUsing the take-up system lets you perform printi

45Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System3-2 Using the Take-up SystemLoading Roll Media1.Pass the media through the printer.➊Move the dancer r

3-2 Using the Take-up SystemChapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System46➍Fasten the media in place with tape at three locations (the center and b

3-2 Using the Take-up SystemChapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System47➌Make sure the media is stretched taut, and press.The screen shown in the

Contents3This document is the user's manual for the XJ-740, the XJ-640, and the XJ-540. Also, most of the figures in this documentdepict the XJ-7

3-2 Using the Take-up SystemChapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System48➋➌➍To Take up Media ManuallyYou can take up media by using the MANUAL swi

49Chapter 4Maintenance and Adjustment

50Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment4-1 Daily Care and MaintenanceDisposing of Discharged InkThe drain bottle collects discharged fluid. Dispose of

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment514-1 Daily Care and Maintenance3.Attach the emptied bottle and reset the discharged-fluid count.➊Attach the empti

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment524-1 Daily Care and MaintenanceCleaningWARNINGNever use gasoline, alcohol, thinner, or any other flammable materi

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment534-1 Daily Care and MaintenanceCare and Maintenance of the Print HeadsDaily Care and MaintenancePerform maintenan

54Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment4-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not EffectivePerforming More Powerful CleaningWhen the problems such as dot drop-out a

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment554-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective➋Check the drain bottle.If the amount of discharged fluid is near the upp

56Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment4-3 Cleaning the Heads Using the Cleaning KitWhen the Cleaning Kit Becomes NecessaryPeriodic Care and Maintenanc

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment574-3 Cleaning the Heads Using the Cleaning Kit1.Change to the print-head manual-cleaning mode.➊Press .Presssevera

4 To Ensure Safe UseImproper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property.Points which must be observed to prevent

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment584-3 Cleaning the Heads Using the Cleaning Kit2.Clean using the cleaning stick. Be especially careful to clean aw

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment594-3 Cleaning the Heads Using the Cleaning Kit3.Quit the manual cleaning mode.➊Close the front cover.Press.The pr

60Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment4-4 Replacing Consumable PartsReplacing the WipersThe wipers are components that you use when cleaning the print

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment614-4 Replacing Consumable Parts2.Replace the wipers. Use the included tweezers.➊Detach the old wipers.Detach the

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment624-4 Replacing Consumable PartsReplacing the Separating KnifeIf the separating knife becomes dull, replace it wit

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment634-4 Replacing Consumable Parts➌Slowly insert it into the groove.➍Tighten the screw.Take care to ensure that the

64Chapter 4 Maintenance and AdjustmentPRESS THE POWERKEY TO CLEAN4-5 When Not in Use for a Prolonged PeriodKeep Performing MaintenanceSwitch On the Po

65Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment4-6 When Moving the UnitProcedures from Preparing to Move Through ReinstallingTo move the machine, you must comp

Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment664-6 When Moving the Unit2.Secure the print heads in place.➊Remove the drain bottle and detach the drain-bottle s

67Chapter 5Feature Reference

To Ensure Safe Use5 Incorrect operation may cause injuryWARNINGBe sure to follow the operation proce-dures described in this documentation.Never allow

68Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-1 Pausing or Canceling PrintingCanceling Printing Before It FinishesProcedure➊Press .➋Hold down for one second or longe

69Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-2 Setting the Printing Position and MarginsShifting the Print-start Position Forward or BackwardProcedureUse to move th

Chapter 5 Feature Reference705-2 Setting the Printing Position and MarginsDescriptionYou can shift the printing position to the left by using . Note,

71Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-3 Accommodating Various Kinds of MediaUsing Transparent MediaProcedure1.Load transparent media to the printer.➊Refer t

Chapter 5 Feature Reference725-3 Accommodating Various Kinds of Media➌Use to move the heads.➍After positioning, close the front cover.Pressto enable t

Chapter 5 Feature Reference735-3 Accommodating Various Kinds of MediaPrinting Hard-to-dry MediaProcedure➊Press .Pressseveral times.➋Press .Presssevera

Chapter 5 Feature Reference745-3 Accommodating Various Kinds of MediaYou can also make this setting on the computer. When you have made the setting on

Chapter 5 Feature Reference755-3 Accommodating Various Kinds of Media➌Press .Useto select a value from "10 min" to "990 min," or&q

Chapter 5 Feature Reference765-3 Accommodating Various Kinds of MediaHow to Load Sheet MediaAs with standard-size media, make sure of the following po

77Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-4 Setting How the Printer OperatesDetermining What Happens When an Ink Cartridge Is EmptyProcedure➊Press .Pressseveral

To Ensure Safe Use6WARNINGConnect to an electrical outlet that com-plies with this machine's ratings (for volt-age, frequency, and current).Inco

Chapter 5 Feature Reference785-4 Setting How the Printer OperatesSetting the Interval until Activation of the Sleep ModeProcedure➊Press .Pressseveral

79Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-4 Setting How the Printer Operates➋Press .Pressseveral times.➌Press .Useto select "ENABLE."Pressto enable the

Chapter 5 Feature Reference805-4 Setting How the Printer OperatesReturning All Settings to Their Initial ValuesProcedure➊Press .Pressseveral times.➋Pr

81Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-5 Optimizing Printing to Match Media ThicknessAdjusting Head Height to Match Media ThicknessProcedure➊Press .Presssever

5-5 Optimizing Printing to Match Media ThicknessChapter 5 Feature Reference82Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional PrintingProcedure1.Print a

5-5 Optimizing Printing to Match Media ThicknessChapter 5 Feature Reference83Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing More PreciselyProc

5-5 Optimizing Printing to Match Media ThicknessChapter 5 Feature Reference84➌Press .➍Press .Useto select. Use to set the correctionvalue.Pressto fin

5-5 Optimizing Printing to Match Media ThicknessChapter 5 Feature Reference85Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Bands and the LikePro

5-5 Optimizing Printing to Match Media ThicknessChapter 5 Feature Reference86To make the setting for the correction value even more accurate, we reco

87Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-6 Changing the Ink-drying MethodSwitching Off the Preheater, Print Heater, or DryerProcedure➊Press twice.Useto select t

To Ensure Safe Use7 Important notes about the power cord, plug, and electrical outletNever place any object on top or subject todamage.Never bend or t

Chapter 5 Feature Reference885-6 Changing the Ink-drying MethodDrying the Trailing Edge of the Printing Area on the DryerProcedure➊Hold down and press

89Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-7 Setting How the Auxiliary Drying Unit OperatesWhen the optionally available auxiliary drying unit is installed, use t

90Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-8 Saving the Printer Settings to Match the MediaSaving Optimized Media Settings As Preset ValuesProcedure➊Press .➋Press

Chapter 5 Feature Reference915-8 Saving the Printer Settings to Match the MediaLoading a Saved PresetProcedure➊Press .➋Press twice.Useto select the n

92Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-9 Making the Network SettingsSetting the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Etc.Procedure➊Press .Pressseveral times.➋Press .Press

93Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-10 Viewing Information about the Media and the SystemDisplaying the Amount of Media RemainingProcedure➊Press .Press.➋Pr

Chapter 5 Feature Reference945-10 Viewing Information about the Media and the SystemDescriptionSetting this to "ENABLE" automatically displa

Chapter 5 Feature Reference955-10 Viewing Information about the Media and the SystemViewing the Serial Number, Firmware Version, and Other Information

96Chapter 5 Feature Reference5-11 Performing MaintenanceDraining Ink and Performing Internal WashingProcedure➊Press .Pressseveral times.➋Press .Presst

Chapter 5 Feature Reference975-11 Performing Maintenance