Epson SureColor F7070 User's Guide

.Epson® SureColor® F7070User’s Guide

Introduction 107Auto switchUse this switch to select the auto take-up direction. Choose Off to disable auto take-up.8Manual switchUse this switch to s

Maintenance 1001. If the message Chip unit expended is displayed on the control panel screen, check the remaining ink in the ink tank using the scale

Maintenance 1012. Lift the lock lever for the slider of the chip unit you intend to replace.3. Insert a finger into the groove on the top of the slide

Maintenance 1024. Remove the chip unit from the slider.5. Attach the chip unit supplied with the new ink pack to the slider.Check to confirm that the

Maintenance 1036. Hold the slider level and insert it, then lower the lock lever.7. Shake the new ink pack horizontally for approximately 5 cm (2 inch

Maintenance 1048. Open the slider ink inlet cover.9. Remove the ink inlet cap from the ink tank.10.Cut or tear off the ink pack spout opening.11.Fill

Maintenance 105Insert the spout of the ink pack into the ink tank ink inlet groove and slowly tilt to pour out the ink.Important:Get all the ink out o

Maintenance 10612.Put the ink inlet cap back on the ink tank.13.Close the slider ink inlet cover.Disposal of Used ConsumablesDispose of used ink packs

Maintenance 107Parts That Are Periodically ReplacedThe following parts require periodic replacement.The time until the following parts need to be repl

Using the Control Panel Menu 108Chapter 4 Using the Control Panel MenuMenu OperationsThe menus are used as shown below.Menu ListThe following items an

Using the Control Panel Menu 109Menu Item ParameterMedia SetupSee “The Media Setup Menu” on page 111.Media RemainingRemaining Setup On, OffLength 5.0

Introduction 11Slider (chip holder)23 Alert lampThis lamp lights or flashes when an error occurs.On/flashing:An error has occurred; the type of error

Using the Control Panel Menu 110Printer SetupSee “The Printer Setup Menu” on page 115.Side Margin(Right) 3 to 25 mm (0.12 to 1.00 inch)Side Margin(Lef

Using the Control Panel Menu 111Details of the MenuThe Media Setup MenuThe Media Setup menu can be accessed directly by pressing the M button. indicat

Using the Control Panel Menu 112Select MediaCustomize SettingsRIP SettingsParameter ExplanationRIP Settings Choose the media settings used for printin

Using the Control Panel Menu 1131 to 30 (media setting bank number)Tension Measurement Periodically Choose Periodically or Every page to have the prin

Using the Control Panel Menu 114Drying Time Per Pass 0 to 10 sec Select the time the print head pauses to allow drying after each pass. Choose from v

Using the Control Panel Menu 115Print Media ListThe Printer Setup Menu indicates default settings. Parameter ExplanationPrint Print the contents of me

Using the Control Panel Menu 116Light Off/1 to 240 hours Choose the frequency—never (Off) or after 1 to 240 hours—and strength with which the printer

Using the Control Panel Menu 117The Maintenance MenuThe Maintenance menu can be accessed directly by pressing the # button.The Print Logs MenuThese it

Using the Control Panel Menu 118The Printer Status MenuThese items track printer use and settings.The Network Setup Menu indicates default settings.It

Using the Control Panel Menu 119The Preference Menu indicates default settings.The Reset All Settings MenuItem Parameter ExplanationDate And Time MM/D

Introduction 12LAN port1RJ-45 connectorConnects the LAN cable. Use a shielded twisted pair cable (category 5 or higher).2 Data lamp (orange)Indicates

Problem Solver 120Chapter 5 Problem SolverWhen a Message is DisplayedIf one of the following messages is displayed, read and follow the instructions b

Problem Solver 121When a Maintenance Call/Service Call OccursTroubleshootingYou cannot print (because the printer does not work)The printer does not t

Problem Solver 122The printer is not communicating with the computer.You cannot print under the network environment.The printer has an error.The print

Problem Solver 123Test Pattern Does Not Print CorrectlyThe prints are not what you expectedPrint quality is poor, uneven, too light, or too dark.o Is

Problem Solver 124The print is not positioned properly on the media.Vertical ruled lines are misaligned.The printed surface is scuffed or soiled.o Is

Problem Solver 125Media ProblemsMedia Is CreasedMedia JamsPrinting does not stop when the roll endso Is the media creased or folded?Media that is crea

Problem Solver 126Removing Jammed MediaFollow the steps below to remove jammed media.1. Open the front cover.2. Turn off the printer.If a message is d

Problem Solver 1274. If the print head is over the media, move it away from the jam. 5. Raise the media loading lever.6. Pull the media to the cutter

Problem Solver 128Reload the media and resume printing. See “Loading Media” on page 28.Other ProblemsThe control panel display keeps turning off.The r

Appendix 129Chapter 6 AppendixOptions and Consumable ProductsThe following options and consumable products are available for use with your printer (as

Introduction 13InteriorDirt on any of the following parts may reduce print quality. Regularly clean or exchange these parts as described in the chapte

Appendix 130Supported MediaThe following media can be used with the printer.Print quality is greatly affected by the type and quality of media used. C

Appendix 131Moving and Transporting the PrinterThis section describes how to move and transport the product.Moving the PrinterThis section assumes tha

Appendix 132Post-Move SetupAfter moving the printer, follow the steps below to ready it for use.1. Check that the new location is appropriate.See the

Appendix 133Specifications Table*1 Use a shielded twisted pair cable (category 5 or better).*2 With supplied media system installed; ink not included.

Appendix 134Standards and ApprovalsInk SpecificationsType Dedicated ink packDye sublimation ink Black, Cyan, Magenta, YellowUse by date See the date p

Appendix 135FCC Compliance StatementFor United States UsersThis equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital de

Where To Get Help 136Appendix A Where To Get HelpNew :See comments to select sections you need. The word "other" indicates products except f

Software License Terms 137Appendix B Software License TermsOpen Source Software LicensesBonjourThis printer product includes the open source software

Software License Terms 1381.3 "Covered Code" means the Original Code, Modifications, the combination of Original Code and any Modifications,

Software License Terms 139(a) You must retain and reproduce in all copies of Original Code the copyright and other proprietary notices and disclaimers

Introduction 14Back7CapsExcept during printing, these caps cover the print head nozzles to prevent them from drying out. Cleaning may be required.See

Software License Terms 1403. Your Grants. In consideration of, and as a condition to, the licenses granted to You under this License, You hereby grant

Software License Terms 1418. NO WARRANTY OR SUPPORT. The Covered Code may contain in whole or in part pre-release, untested, or not fully tested works

Software License Terms 14211. Ownership. Subject to the licenses granted under this License, each Contributor retains all rights, title and interest i

Software License Terms 14313.3 Independent Development. Nothing in this License will impair Apple's right to acquire, license, develop, have othe

Software License Terms 144The Original Code and all software distributed under the License are distributed on an 'AS IS' basis, WITHOUT WARR

Software License Terms 1453. Altered versions--including, but not limited to, ports to new operating systems, existing ports with new graphical interf

Introduction 15Control Panel7HandleAfter placing media on the right roll holder, rotate the handle to press the holder and apply pressure to the roll

Introduction 163 M button (media setup button)Press this button to display the Media Setup menu, which contains such items as Media Remaining, Select

Introduction 17Understanding the Display12 W button (pause/cancel button)The printer enters pause status if this is pressed while printing. To release

Introduction 184 Chip unit statusThe display changes as shown below when an error is detected in the installed chip unit.Normal Warning or error1 Stat

Introduction 19FeaturesThis wide-format color ink jet printer supports roll media up to 1626 mm (64 inches) in width. The main features of this printe

Copyrights and Trademarks 2Copyrights and TrademarksAll rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system,

Introduction 20Superior Ease of UseEasy Media Installation and Take upThe roll and roll core holders require no spindles, eliminating the need to atta

Introduction 21Notes on Usage and StorageInstallation SpaceMake sure that you secure the following space, clear of any other objects, so that paper ej

Introduction 22❏ We recommend performing maintenance on the following components as required. Failure to perform appropriate maintenance will shorten

Introduction 23Head cleaning will be performed automatically after the printer is turned on. Head cleaning helps maintain print quality. Do not turn t

Introduction 24Notes on Handling Ink Packs and Ink TanksNote the following points when handling ink packs and ink tanks.❏ Do not remove the ink tanksI

Introduction 25❏ Avoid locations that are subject to direct sunlight, excessive heat, or humidity.❏ When not in use, media should be removed from the

Introduction 26Starting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2Launch EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 after confirming that the printer displays Ready.1. The application ca

Introduction 27Uninstalling SoftwareThis section describes how to uninstall EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 and the Epson communications driver.1. Turn off t

Basic Operations 28Chapter 2Basic OperationsLoading and Exchanging MediaLoading MediaThe procedure for loading media varies depending on whether you a

Basic Operations 29When the Standard Media Feeding Unit Is InstalledThis section describes how to load media when the standard media feeding unit is i

Contents 3ContentsChapter 1 IntroductionImportant Safety Instructions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Basic Operations 303. Place media on the roll support oriented according to how it is rolled (see below) and position it as indicated by the mark on t

Basic Operations 314. Raise the roll holder lever on the left side of the printer to lift the media into position, then firmly insert the roll holder.

Basic Operations 32If the roll of media has an outer diameter which is less than 140 mm (5.5 inches), lift it up by your hands, and place it on the ro

Basic Operations 338. Rotate the handle until part A in the illustration below is fully inserted.9. Raise the media loading lever.Important:Once part

Basic Operations 3410.Pull out the edge of the media and insert it into the printer.11.Insert the media past the pressure rollers and lower the media

Basic Operations 3512.Go to the front of the printer and open the front cover.13.Hold the center of the media and raise the media loading lever.14.Pul

Basic Operations 36Keep the right edge of the media parallel to the scale markings on the two labels on the eject guide.15.Lower the media loading lev

Basic Operations 3716.Attach the media holding plates at either side of the media.First, position the plates so that the edges of the media are in the

Basic Operations 3817.Close the front cover.Using the Optional Heavy Roll Media Feeding UnitThis section describes how to load media when the optional

Basic Operations 391. Turn on the printer by pressing the P button.2. Loosen the roll holder fixing screws and adjust the roll holders so that the gap

Contents 4Before Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66Sav

Basic Operations 40Printable side inIf the label does not have the loading position, mark it on the label as instructed in the Setup Guide supplied wi

Basic Operations 41Raise or lower the lifter until the media roll core is level with the roll holders.5. Fully insert the left roll holder. Next, tigh

Basic Operations 428. Rotate the handle until part A in the illustration below is fully inserted.9. Raise the media loading lever.Important:Once part

Basic Operations 4310.Pull out the edge of the media and insert it into the printer.11.Insert the media past the pressure rollers and lower the media

Basic Operations 4412.Go to the front of the printer and open the front cover.13.Hold the center of the media and raise the media loading lever.14.Pul

Basic Operations 45Keep the right edge of the media parallel with the scale markings on the two labels on the eject guide.15.Lower the media loading l

Basic Operations 4616.Attach the media holding plates at either side of the media.First, position the plates so that the edges of the media are in the

Basic Operations 4717.Close the front cover.Viewing and Changing Media SettingsThe control panel displays the following information once the media is

Basic Operations 48 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX: Media settings are based on those stored in the printer in media settings bank No. 1.Media settings banks can

Basic Operations 49Exchanging MediaTo replace the media after printing, print the amount of media remaining, cut the media, and remove the roll.Printi

Contents 5Chapter 5 Problem SolverWhen a Message is Displayed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Basic Operations 504. Press the Z button to print the amount of media remaining.Cutting MediaUse a cutter (not included) to cut the media when printin

Basic Operations 51If you have printed the amount of media remaining, press the u button to rewind the media so that this information will remain on t

Basic Operations 52Removing MediaYou can now remove the media from the roll holders. To remove the media, reverse the steps you followed to load it. S

Basic Operations 53Attaching the Roll Core1. After confirming that the media is loaded correctly, press the d button to feed the media as far as the a

Basic Operations 543. Align the right roll core holder with the right edge of the media and tighten the fixing screw.4. Insert the roll core onto the

Basic Operations 556. Tighten the roll core holder fixing screw to fix the roll core holder in place.For information on counterclockwise take up, see

Basic Operations 563. Flip the Auto switch to Off and press the Manual switch to to wrap the media once around the roll core.Important:Confirm that

Basic Operations 574. Flip the Auto switch to .5. Lower the tension bar.

Basic Operations 586. Confirm that the media is attached without deformation.As shown in the identified sections in the illustration below, if the ten

Basic Operations 59Clockwise Take-Up1. Attach the media to the take-up roll core.Tape the media to the take-up roll core in the center and then at the

Introduction 6Chapter 1 IntroductionImportant Safety InstructionsRead all of these instructions before using the printer. Also be sure to follow all w

Basic Operations 603. Flip the Auto switch to Off and press the Manual switch to to wrap the media once around the roll core.Important:Confirm that

Basic Operations 614. Flip the Auto switch to .5. Lower the tension bar.6. Confirm that the media is attached without deformation.

Basic Operations 62As shown in the identified sections in the illustration below, if the tensions of the left and right edges of the media are differe

Basic Operations 63When the Standard Auto Take-up Reel Unit Is InstalledThis section describes how to remove media from the take-up reel.1. Cut the me

Basic Operations 646. Loosen the right roll core holder fixing screw and remove the roll core holder from the roll.7. Lower the roll onto the roll sup

Basic Operations 651. Cut the media and roll the cut end onto the take-up reel. See “Cutting Media” on page 50.2. Insert the lifter between the media

Basic Operations 66Before PrintingTo maintain print quality, perform the following inspection before starting work each day.❏ Print a check pattern to

Basic Operations 67❏ Multi-Strike Printing❏ Roll Type❏ Tension Measurement❏ Media Tension❏ Feed SpeedFor more information on these items, see “The Med

Basic Operations 68Setting NameName the media setting bank. Using distinctive names makes it easier to select banks for use.1. Select Setting Name and

Basic Operations 69For more information on manual head alignment, see “Correcting Print Misalignment (Head Alignment)” on page 71.DryingAllows you to

Introduction 7❏ If you use an extension cord with this product, make sure the total ampere rating of the devices plugged into the extension cord does

Basic Operations 70Multi-Strike PrintingChoose the number of times each line is printed.1. Use the d/u buttons to select Multi-Strike Printing and pre

Basic Operations 713. Select the desired option and press the Z button.4. Press the y button to return to the customize settings menu.Feed SpeedChoose

Basic Operations 72The settings menu will be displayed.2. Select Media Setup and press the Z button.3. Use the d/u buttons to select Customize Setting

Basic Operations 739. When Check 1 is displayed in the control panel, use the d/u buttons to select the number recorded in step 8 and press the Z butt

Basic Operations 74Using a Test PatternPrimary and Secondary adjustments are required. Normally the Secondary adjustment is performed after the Primar

Basic Operations 759. Using a ruler that shows millimeters, measure the distance between the “+” symbols.Record either the distance between the two ce

Basic Operations 762. An adjustment value will be displayed. Use the d/u buttons to select a value.If the feed amount is too small, black bands (dark

Basic Operations 77*1 The value selected for Side Margin(Left) in the setup menu. The default value is 5 mm (0.2 inch). Choose a Side Margin(Left) ove

Basic Operations 78Note:The margins may not conform to the values selected in the document (or application). If the value selected for Side Margin or

Maintenance 79Chapter 3 MaintenanceDaily MaintenanceTo maintain print quality, perform the following inspection and cleaning before starting work each

Introduction 8❏ If fluid enters your eyes, rinse immediately with water. Failure to observe this precaution could result in bloodshot eyes or mild inf

Maintenance 80Remove particles of paper and dust from the pressure rollers using a soft-bristled brush.6. Clean the media holding plates and platen.Da

Maintenance 81Checking for Clogged NozzlesWe recommend that you check the nozzles for clogs each time you print to ensure quality results.Ways to Chec

Maintenance 82When printing is complete, the media will automatically be fed to a position where the pattern is clearly visible.Cut the media if neces

Maintenance 83Head Cleaning LevelChoose from three levels of head cleaning.Select Execute (Light) first. If the pattern still contains faint or missin

Maintenance 841. Pressing the # button when the printer is ready to print displays the Maintenance menu.Pressing the # button when printing is paused

Maintenance 85Cleaning: Preparation and NotesWhat You’ll NeedReady the following items before beginning part cleaning.❏ Protective eyeware (not includ

Maintenance 86❏ Touch a metallic object before starting work to discharge any static electricity.Part CleaningTo preserve print quality and ensure goo

Maintenance 871. Confirm that the printer is on and press #.The Maintenance menu will be displayed.2. Use the d/u buttons to select Head Maintenance a

Maintenance 882. Ink spatters on the base of the print head can be removed using a clean room wipe (not included).Cleaning the Wiper and Caps1. Clean

Maintenance 89If there is ink on the attachment points, remove the wiper for cleaning. Proceed to step 2.2. Remove the wiper.Holding the wiper by the

Introduction 9Printer PartsFront 1 Maintenance cover (left)Open this cover to clean the area around the print head. It is normally closed when the pri

Maintenance 903. Clean the front and back of the wiper with a cleaning stick.4. Clean the bottom of the wiper with a cleaning stick.5. Clean the attac

Maintenance 91Place the wiper on the attachment point and press it down until it clicks into place.7. Clean the area around the outside of the caps wi

Maintenance 922. Remove the wiper cleaner.Grasp the cleaner as shown and lift it from the printer.3. Clean the area shown in the illustration.4. Repla

Maintenance 93Disposing of Waste InkWhen to Dispose of Waste InkBe sure to replace the waste ink bottle when the following message is displayed in the

Maintenance 94Replacing the Waste Ink Bottle1. Remove the waste ink bottle from the waste ink bottle holder.2. Insert the waste ink tube into the mout

Maintenance 953. Press the Z button.4. Check again to confirm that a fresh waste ink bottle is correctly placed and then press the Z button to reset t

Maintenance 964. Open the right maintenance cover.5. Remove the wiper cleaner.Grasp the cleaner as shown and lift it from the printer.6. Insert a new

Maintenance 97Place the wiper cleaner on the attachment point and press down until you hear a click.7. Remove the wiper.Holding the wiper by the attac

Maintenance 98Remove the cap on the wiping part of the wiper, then place the wiper on the attachment point and press down until you hear a click.9. Pr

Maintenance 99Procedure for Chip Unit Replacement and Ink RefillsYou can use the same procedure to replace chip units for all colors.Important:This pr