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Technical Training Guide T T e e c c h h n n i i c c a a l l T T r r a a i i n n i i n n g g G G u u i i d d e e Pre-site Inspection……………………… Page 2 Printer Features………………………… Page 4 Printer Installation………………….
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 2 P P r r e e s s i i t t e e I I n n s s p p e e c c t t i i o o n n ( ( p p r r e e - - i i n n s s t t a a l l l l a a t t i i o o n.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 3 Power Requirements Either 115 or 230 volt, 50/60Hz source power is required for the printer.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 4 P P r r i i n n t t e e r r F F e e a a t t u u r r e e s s 1. Intelligent Mask T echnology (IMT) - A simple screen that is applied to image files by the printer to determine which dots are printed during each swath (or print pass) in a particular print mode selection.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 5 2. Rapid Dryer Technology The advanced dual-component drying system uses the principle of conducted heat to dry printed images with much greater efficiency than can be achieved with hot air dryers.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 6 c. Intermediate Reservoir: - Intermediate reservoir located below ink bottle - Provides consistent ink supply pressure (50 ml capacit.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 7 g. Service Station: - Clean hands cartridge maintenance through service station (Cartridge cleaning/System Prime).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 8 4. Media Handling System - Four media supply modes are available: Sheet, Roll, Roll 2 and TakeUp - Media rolls can be easily exchange.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 9 Printer Installation (Quick Steps) Step 1: Shipping Brackets Removal - Rotate printer head box 90 degrees onto one side and remove printer from large shipping box by pulling out and away from box.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 10 NOTE: It is suggested to assemble the right stand leg first, then attach t he assembly to the printer. Repeat with left stand leg assembly. Do not ‘completely’ tighten the scr ews between stand legs and platen – only perform after the crossbar has been installed.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 11 Step 5: Raise Printer - Using a four (4) person lift gently raise printer to the standing position. Step 6: Voltage Configuration (for dryer system) Prior to powering on printer ensure the voltage selector switch is set to either 115V or 230V depending on line source.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 12 Step 8: Ink Line Filling - After installing the 6 ink bottles and waiting 5 minutes, select ‘Access Cartridges’. - Install the Cartridge with Tube Assembly into the first stal l position; attach tube needle to right side plate septum fitting (under access cover).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 13 Step 10: Activate ‘Prime All’ Test Pattern - To print the Prime pattern select Utility Menu - Prime M enu - Prime All . Verify print head nozzle performance - ensure diagonal lines are smooth and clogged jets are not present.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 14 Step 11: Printer Calibrations NOTE: Refer to Technical Bulletin 1 for the specific printing application required. Most customers should use the following procedure to obtain the best print qua lity output.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 15 C. When printer calibration is complete the printer will displa y the Save User screen. Select a save user number (i.e. 1 through 8) to be assigned for the media type currently loaded.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 16 NOTE 2: When new media is loaded (or changed) the unique user setting assigned must be chosen, select Setup Menu – User Se tup Menu – Select User. Select the user number (1 through 8) that was assigned for a particular media type.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 17 b) Color Cal Horizontal . Select Utility Menu – Calibration Menu – Color Calib Menu - Horiz. Calib Test. Choose best group of aligned bars for each set of colors. Perform whenever a cartridge is removed.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 18 Step 13. Networking (Peer-to-peer - Windows 2000/XP example) The basic printer networking process is ge nerally a 7-step process, but may vary depending on network configuration/support.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 19 3). Connect Ethernet ‘crossover’ cable between the host workstation and the printer for direct connections (or an RJ-45 Ethernet patch cable from HUB/switch to printer if indirectly connected).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 20 5). Load Windows Driver a) Load the Kodak 1200i System CD into CD-ROM drive (CD should launch automatically). Select Software Installation , then Printer Setup . b) A Windows driver will be loaded (just f ollow the default button select ions).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 21 6). At Command Prompt, ping the printer to verify connectivity between computer and the printer. At computer select START – PROGRAMS – ACCESSORIES – COMMAND PROMPT (or similar).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 22 Workstation/Serv er: IP: 192.168.24.73 Subnet: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 192.168.24.2 - Windows Driver Loaded RIP: IP: 192.168.24.74 - uses Windo ws driver printer port Printer: IP: 192.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 23 Step 14: Print Mode & Dryer Guidelines NOTE: Go here for the most up-to-date information: http://www.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 24 Qi Pigment Recommended Printer Heater Setting (1) Recommended Print Mode* Photographic Papers Kodak Premium Rapid-Dry Photogr aphic .
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 25 Step 15: Lamination Guidelines Kodak M edia Lamination R eference for Kodak 1200i Printer Qi Dye Heat Activated Ther mal He at A cti.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 26 Kodak M edia Lamination Reference for Kodak 1200i P rinter Qi Pi gment Heat Activ a ted The rmal He a t Ac tivated Low Tem perat ure.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 27 P P r r i i n n t t e e r r O O p p e e r r a a t t i i o o n n T T i i p p s s 1. Media Load and Verification - Install media onto spindle and attach the media guide and tighten the blue locking nut.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 28 2. The ‘Perfect’ Media Load - After loading media in the normal routine, it is best to perform a ‘perfect media load’. Hold the feed roller guide (round plastic guide) at right side with one hand and then simultaneously press the Feed Medi a - Forward button.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 29 4. Humidity Control Ideal humidity for printing is between 45 and 55 percent, at a temperature of 68-72 degree F. (20-22.2 degrees C.) Low Humidity problems: 1) Media warping and edge curl problems leads to visible carriage head strike on media surface.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 30 S S o o f f t t w w a a r r e e C C o o n n t t r r o o l l T T i i p p s s 1. Typical Server Installation (one per subnet) - For most installations perform the ‘typical’ installation of the Kodak 1200i software suite.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 31 P P r r i i n n t t e e r r M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e W W h h e e n n a a P P r r i i n n t t H H e e a a d d i i s s R R e e p p l l a a c c e e d d : : A.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 32 service). C. After replacing a print head, it is a good prac tice to run the System Prime.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 33 R R o o u u t t i i n n e e M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e IMPORTANT: It is sugg ested to perform a weekly cleaning action on the printer (i.e. every Monday morning for 20 minutes ) instead of attempting to remember the user guide cleaning intervals.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 34 4. Platen Surface & Cutter Groove (lint-free swab/lint-free towel dampened with Windex or a mild dish soap & water solution). Remove media from printer and wipe down platen and cutter groove until ink residues are no longer visible on cleaning swab/towel.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 35 7. Carriage Guide and Carriage Slider (lint-free towel dampened with Windex or a mild dish soap & water solution). Thoroughly clean the printer rear plate carriage guide (horizontal shelf) and carriage slider.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 36 2. Auto Clean Unit (Disposal) Bottle (prompted by ‘Empty Waste Bottle Now’ control panel/software suite message). Open Auto Clean Unit door, remove bottle and dispose of ink in accordance with local guidelines).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 37 - Spray three (3) quick bursts of solution onto the encoder sensor spray zone (do not over saturate the carriage!). Refer to the illustration below. - Obtain canned air and blow area clean for one second.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 38 C. Replace the following item as required : 1. Cutter (when smooth cuts are no longer observed when media is cut or if ‘Internal Shutdown - Carriage Axis Failures’ occur and are determined to be caused by the cutter assembly).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 39 P P r r e e v v e e n n t t i i v v e e M M a a i i n n t t e e n n a a n n c c e e Periodic Maintenance is required at the following intervals; this type of service should only be performed by authorized service providers.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 40 B B u u l l l l e e t t i i n n R R e e f f e e r r e e n n c c e e L L i i s s t t Bulletin Type Topic Revision Prerequisite Action.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 41 E E r r r r o o r r M M e e s s s s a a g g e e C C o o d d e e s s Errors are listed into four general groups: ¾ Cartridge Error M.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 42 Under INK STATUS MENU, at the CART INFO screen ensure ink type matches (i.e . Qi- D or Qi-Pig) across all cartridge stall positions. The printer will not print unless in k type is the same for each cartridge.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 43 2. For visible ink starvation (resembling large horizontal areas of ink dropout; no error condition displayed on control panel) firs.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 44 3. Replace cartridge if ‘intermittent’ ink dropout occurs (no error displayed – see sample image problems below); the cart ridge has an internal jetting problem and must be replaced.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 45 7. For a more advanced analysis (i.e. for technicians) of the ‘MAX INK TEMP’ error please refer to pages 21–24.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 46 ID: 0 is typically an indication that the cartridge ID is wrong. This field will equal 6 (will be 0 until you have printed at least 0.10mL of ink through the cartridge). This is assuming you have printed and the error has occurred.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 47 2. Ensure cartridge is completely seated and firmly pressed against the flex driver cable surface. Ensure cartridge door and door pusher is properly engaging and locking cartridge in place.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 48 system wide acceptable range is between 450 and 540 (go to Cartridge Status – press outside keys to view individual cartridge status/information, refer to bottom of page 8).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 49 2. Ink System (Refill Bottle/Interm ediate Reservoir) Error Messages: BOTTLE ERROR - JOB PAUSED! This bottle alarm provides the top-level error status only. Additional information about the specific error is available if the operator presses the “More Info” button.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 50 [<color>] Bottle Error – Code < # > (# ranges from 2 to 7) Where: 2 = <color> Bottle Error – Pri CRC Failed! 3.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 51 screw may need to be loosened (T7 star-head screw) to readjust the housing position slightly to enable better contact. 2. Verify proper chip placement on bottle – relocate chip as necessary.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 52 cable connection (at data board or main board) is incorrectly seated or the reservoir data board may be damaged thus requiring field replacement. NOTE: only authorized se rvice providers should attempt to perform steps 2.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 53 3. Dryer System Error Messages: DRYER SENSOR FAULT! 1. Error activates when one of the two dryer sensors is below a specific value; indicates an open circuit.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 54 3. Check a voltage switch setting. CAUTION: Remove power from printer. Verify the proper alternating current voltage setting is fully engaged [either to the left (115 volts) or to the right (230 volts)] as per the regional power provided.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 55 4. Miscellaneous Error Messages: INTERNAL SHUTDOWN: CA RRIAGE AXIS FAILURE! 1. The servo motor control system has encountered a dirty slide shaft, dirty or worn carriage bushings or dirty/damaged encoder strip/sensor.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 56 4. Electrostatic discharges from media or personnel can cause data interference, typically the data will be observed shifti ng away from the edge of print or image may appear to have an ink overspray problem.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 57 JOB PAUSE - OUT OF PAPER! The system detected the end of media. The current job should be cleared and media reloaded. ‘Feeder Stop’ is the default mode and will pause printing when the printer cannot unwind enough media to block the leg sensor.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 58 WASTE BOTTLE MISSING! 1. Insert or reinstall waste bottle. The actuator arm located at the inside rear of the auto clean unit controls the sensor activation. If the error persists then contact technical support.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 59 WAITING FOR CARTRIDGE ACC ESS... Reminder: A print job is ready but the system is waiting for the user to give up control of the carriage. The user should press ‘Access Cart ridge’ to return the carriage and to enable printing to begin.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 60 CARRIAGE PAPER SENSOR IS U NSTABLE This usually indicates the carriage paper sensor is defective (or unplugged). Reseat and or replace the carriage paper sensor. NOTE: only authorized se rvice providers should perfo rm this repair action.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 61 MAX INK TEMP. – Advanced Analysis For printers which exhibit large air gaps or bubbles in the ink delivery lines refer to A. below. For printers which experience an unusually high level or occurrence of cartridge ‘Max Ink Temp’ errors refer to B.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 62 3.) For complete ink starvation, as observed in ink delivery line (note Light Magenta ink is missing from ink line in photo below) check cartridge, ink line connectivity and respective damper assembly.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 63 or intermediate reservoir), or internal foam separation (see x-ray pictures below; upside down views) internal to the cartridge can all contribut e to this error.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 64 2) If the ink delivery system appears to be normal attempt to recover the cartridge by using the menu function SYSTEM PRIME in the service station menu (Utility Menu – Prime Menu – Service Station Menu – System Prime*.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 65 P P r r i i n n t t e e r r G G r r o o u u n n d d i i n n g g / / S S t t a a t t i i c c C C o o n n t t r r o o l l The Kodak 12.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 66 2. Ink Overspray Ink Overspray and/or combination of data shift and ink overspray is observed. Normally occurs at severe ground fault locations (high levels of AC riding on ground/neutral lines or high levels of ESD are coming from the air plenum).
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 67 4. Intermittent Banding/Improper Print - Static discharge build-up combined with poor building grounding can cause excessive ESD discharge, from the media as it unwinds, during long plots.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 68 2. Humidifiers - The addition of a humidifier can solve print output problems where relative humidity (Rh) is too low (i.e. <30% Rh) and/or when mild grounding problems exist. The addition of a humidifier can reduce the effects of ESD on printed output.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 69 4. Rear Static Strip Condition & Grounding - Check the condition of the upper rear static brush (shown at the right side in the ph oto below). If the carbon fibers are severely damaged then the static dissipative function is likely degraded.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 70 UK/Singapore /Hong Kong US/Canada AC will start to cause some problems with image output (refer to section A); values greater than 12.0 volts lead to more severe problems including premature cartridge failures and severe banding.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 71 CAUTION: if neutral-to-ground voltage, above 6 volts AC, is present then a serious problem is present within the building's el ectrical system.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 72 E. Common Mistakes by Technicians/Customers 1. The printer should only be grounded to the buildings electrical receptac le/outlet using the power cable provided and should conform to all electrical building grounding regulations in accordance with country/regional regulations.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 73 b) 3-Prong to 2-Prong Adapters - Do not attach a 3-prong adapter to a 2-prong or non-grounded electrical outlet just for the purpose of supplying power to the printer – call an electrician immediately and correct the power source problem.
KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 74 d) AC Isolation Transformers - AC isolation transformers are common devices in electronic repair shops. Technicians use them to isolate the power on their repair benches from physical grounds in the repair shop (pipes, radiators, etc.
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