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Page 2 - Technical Training Guide; Installation Requirements

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 n ) ) Installation Requirements The Kodak 1200i wide-format printing system requires approximately ...

Page 3 - Power Requirements; China

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. All major power cord standards are supplied with each printer. The voltage selector switch is positioned to the 230 volt position during shi...

Page 5 - Rapid Dryer Technology

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. The media web is fed over a heated ...

Page 6 - LOW; stop

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 capacity) - Replace ink on-the-fly (30 seconds); prevents job interruptions - Optical sensor monitors reser...

Page 8 - Media Handling System

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 exchanged with the removable media spindles - The Autoload paper sensor has a 6 second delay when media is m...

Page 9 - Printer Installation; Shipping Brackets Removal; plug pins

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. - Before removing the shipping suppo...

Page 10 - Crossbar Installation

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 10 NOTE: It is suggested to assemble the right stand leg first, then attach the assembly to the printer. Repeat with left stand leg assembly. Do not ‘completely’ tighten the screws between stand legs and platen – only perform after the...

Page 11 - Raise Printer; The voltage selector ships in the 230V; Reservoir Installation; wait 5 minutes prior to

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 11...

Page 12 - Ink Line Filling; Cartridge with Tube Assembly; into the first stall; Cartridge Installation; door must be closed to properly bias cartridge position.

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 stall position; attach tube needle to right side plate septum...

Page 13 - Activate ‘Prime All’ Test Pattern; - To print the Prime pattern select

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 Menu - Prime All . Verify print head nozzle performance - ensure diagonal lines are smooth and clogged jets are not present. - If ne...

Page 14 - Printer Calibrations; Select Next or Prev to a setting of 4 and press Ok.

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 quality output. A. Activate the dryer syste...

Page 15 - Example Assignments:; do not select

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 15 C. When printer calibration is complete the printer will display the Save User screen. Select a save user number (i.e. 1 through 8) to be assigned for the media type currently loaded. Select Ok. Example Assignments: User 1: Photo Sa...

Page 16 - Setup Menu – User Setup Menu – Select; Menu – Calibration Menu – Color Db Menu – Color Db

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 Setup Menu – Select User. Select the user number (1 through 8) that was assigned for a particular media type. Se...

Page 17 - Color Cal Horizontal; Utility Menu – Calibration Menu – Color Calib Menu -; Color Cal Vertical; Utility Menu; Best Quality Mode; Print pass mode will impact image output quality – refer to the

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. c) Color Cal Vertical . Sele...

Page 18 - Networking; Setup Menu – Network Menu – IP

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 generally a 7-step process, but may vary depending on network configuration/support. Refer to User System CD for additional network...

Page 19 - At desktop r; Disable

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). 4). At desktop r ight click on ‘My Net...

Page 20 - Load Windows Driver; Software Installation; A Windows driver will be loaded (just f; or; ssign an IP address to an; START – SETTINGS; ). Select an existing TCP/IP port and choose ‘Configure Port’ if

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 se...

Page 21 - START – PROGRAMS – ACCESSORIES –; set to

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). Type: ping 192.168.24.74 (as an example) and select EN...

Page 22 - Configuration Double-check

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 22 Workstation/Server: 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 Windows driver printer port Printer: IP: 192.168.24.74 Subnet: 255.255.255.0 Gateway: 192.168.24...

Page 23 - Print Mode & Dryer Guidelines; Qi Dye; Photographic Papers

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.encad.com/Printers/Kodak1200i/index.asp Qi Dye Recommended Printer Heater Setting (1) Recommended Print Mode* Photographic Pape...

Page 24 - Qi Pigment

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 Photographic Glossy / 260g (9 mil) 2 Fine (4 Bi 10) Kodak Premium Rapid-Dry Photographic Lustre / 260g (9 mil) 2 F...

Page 25 - Lamination Guidelines; Kodak Media Lamination Reference for Kodak 1200i Printer

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 25 Step 15: Lamination Guidelines Kodak Media Lamination Reference for Kodak 1200i Printer Qi Dye Heat Activated Thermal Heat Activated Low Temperature Heat Assisted Pressure Sensitive Ambient Photographic Kodak Rapid-Dry Photographic ...

Page 27 - Media Load and Verification; (these help guide media under the air plenum)

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. Verify spindle gears mesh prope...

Page 28 - The ‘Perfect’ Media Load; Feed Media - Forward

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 Fe...

Page 29 - Low Humidity problems:; Installation Step #15 above; General Environmental Conditions; Setup Menu – Paper Option Menu –

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 str...

Page 30 - ink usage

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. This is ideal...

Page 31 - acceptable but LARGE air segments are NOT acceptable.; Air bubbles acceptable; NOT ACCEPTABLE; The System; problem appears frequently after removing

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. Check for air bubbles in the ink delivery line after repl...

Page 32 - ensure printer is placed on a level; Perform the following:; - Print a Prime Test to check that all nozzles are properly firing

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 32 service). C. After replacing a print head, it is a good practice to run the System Prime. This will improve ink flow through the ink system and reduce print head errors. NOTE: ensure printer is placed on a level floor surface to avo...

Page 33 - It is; suggested to perform a weekly cleaning; ) instead of attempting to remember the user; Clean the following assemblies:; (lint-free swabs dampened with Windex® or a mild dish soap and; Providers should remove the service station when necessary).

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 suggested to perform a weekly cleaning action on the printer (i.e. every Monday morning for 20 minutes ) instead of attempting to remember the ...

Page 34 - (lint-free towel dampened with Windex or a mild dish soap & water; Routine cleaning of the flex driver cables is very

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 ...

Page 35 - Carriage Guide and Carriage Slider; (lint-free towel dampened with Windex or a; certain 3; party vinyl media adhesive glues and print; Clean the following items

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. A dirty carriage g...

Page 36 - (prompted by ‘Empty Waste Bottle Now’; Cleaning Procedure:; set as the ink can be difficult to clean from surfaces.

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). 3. Encoder Sensor. T...

Page 37 - Carriage Paper Sensor; while the carriage paper sensor

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. - Allow printer to dry for ...

Page 38 - Replace the following item

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). Remov...

Page 39 - Replace carriage bushings every 1000 plot hours or when vertical; it is possible for bushings to become dirty prior to; Replace the service station every 2000 plot hours

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. 1. Repla...

Page 40 - Bulletin Type; Tiling Guidelines

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 Actions KODAK 1200i Technical Bulletin 1 Printer Calibration Procedure 05/24/2005 - None KODAK 1200i Techn...

Page 41 - Cartridge Error Messages/Cartridge Failures; Background Info - Error Classifications:; There are three basic types of cartridge errors:

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 Messages/Cartridge Failures ¾ Ink System (Refill Bottle/Intermediate Reservoir) Error Messages ¾ Dryer...

Page 42 - “Pen Error – End of Jet Life!”...; MAX INK TEMP; Ensure the ink delivery system is feeding ink to the cartridge; Do not repeatedly plug and up-plug a cartridge into; System Prime; Cartridges and install Cartridge with Tubing Assembly tool.

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 ink type is the same for each cartridge. Other examples of data typ...

Page 43 - (no bubbles greater than 1 cm in size within ink tubing; ‘System Prime’; service station shim is installed properly)

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) first verify ink system flow and pressure are adequate (no bubbles greater than 1 cm in size within ink ...

Page 44 - the ‘MAX INK TEMP error’ message may not be displayed; Activate an; All Color Test; (UTILITY MENU – SERVICE MENU –

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 cartridge has an internal jetting problem and must be replaced. The customer will need to determine which color is...

Page 45 - the cartridge must be replaced; . This error is often the result of not; is likely faulty. Replace carriage board to correct symptom.

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. Example 2: <color> PEN ERROR – OVERCURRENT CARTRIDGE SHUTDOWN! A cartridge OVERCURRENT error indicates the detecti...

Page 47 - Cycle printer power to verify fault clears.

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. 3. Cycle printer power to verify fault cle...

Page 48 - ‘best’ between TSR levels between 480 and 510 however.

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). [<color>] Pen Error – Invalid OEM ID! Translation: T...

Page 49 - Translation: The bottle OEM ID does not match the main-board OEM ID.

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 49 2. Ink System (Refill Bottle/Intermediate 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...

Page 50 - connection is faulty (

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 = <color> Bottle Error – Sec CRC Failed! 4 = <color> Bottle Error – No Response! 5 = <co...

Page 51 - Replace the refill bottle with a new one.; refill bottle level falls below 20 ml (error message; Utility Menu – Service Menu – Diagnostics Menu – Accessory

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. While in the BOTTLE INFO screen ensure al...

Page 52 - Replace ink reservoir wiring harness if a wiring

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 service providers should attempt to perform steps 2., 3., 4., or...

Page 53 - icon; Contact technical support.; DRYER SYSTEM FAULT - DRYER OFF

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. 2. Error activates when the difference between the sensors is too great; ...

Page 54 - Check a; If switched to 230V when only using 115V, you will; DRYER TEMP TOO HIGH - DRYER OFF

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 pro...

Page 55 - INTERNAL SHUTDOWN: CARRIAGE AXIS FAILURE!; Carriage bushings will normally wear out; following print symptoms; refer to Technical Bulletin 3

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 55 4. Miscellaneous Error Messages: INTERNAL SHUTDOWN: CARRIAGE 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. Refer to routin...

Page 56 - These symptoms are different from No. 2 above.

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 shifting away from the edge of print or image may appear to have an ink overspray problem. Contact technical suppor...

Page 57 - ‘Feeder Stop’; is the default; When set to ‘Normal’ this stop feature is disabled and the operator; Ensure auto clean unit door spring is working correctly and

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...

Page 58 - For printing to occur (be authorized) the main board OEM number must; MENU – SERVICE MENU – CART INFO); must all be a value of 1, and the six

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. 2. Bottle present se...

Page 59 - Always ensure the rear media edge guides

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 59 WAITING FOR CARTRIDGE ACCESS... 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 Cartridge’ to return the carriage and to enable printing to begi...

Page 60 - CARRIAGE PAPER SENSOR IS UNSTABLE; only authorized service; Premature file terminations; (no error message on control panel display); Premature file terminations (consistently occur) are most

KODAK 1200i WIDE-FORMAT PRINTING SYSTEM Technical Training Guide 60 CARRIAGE PAPER SENSOR IS UNSTABLE This usually indicates the carriage paper sensor is defective (or unplugged). Reseat and or replace the carriage paper sensor. NOTE: only authorized service providers should perform this repair acti...

Page 61 - MAX INK TEMP. – Advanced Analysis; Bubbles Observed in Ink Delivery Lines

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’ erro...

Page 62 - Max Ink Temp. Errors; cartridge errors are a response to jet plate temperature

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. The damper assembly may have a...

Page 63 - Ink; Do not repeatedly plug and up-plug a

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 contribute to this error. Typically the cartridge will need to be replaced once an error occurs ...

Page 64 - SYSTEM PRIME; The; error message will normally be cleared when you; Ink Delivery System

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*. * requires fi...

Page 65 - A. Symptoms of ESD/Electrical Interference

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 1200i consumes 1100 watts of power during typical operation and must be properly grounded in accordanc...

Page 66 - Media Static Cling/Feed Transport Problems

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 ...

Page 67 - Intermittent Banding/Improper Print; B. ESD Control Measures; Proper Power Cord & Grounding

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. This will depend on the media type and medi...

Page 68 - Humidifiers; Even with adequate grounding measures; Air Plenum Grounding

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 o...

Page 69 - Rear Static Strip Condition & Grounding; properly as advised in this document.

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 photo below). If the carbon fibers are severely damaged then the static dissipative function is like...

Page 70 - Verify Proper Receptacle Configuration:; If receptacle does not have a ground line (2-prong

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. 2. ...

Page 71 - In North America, basic receptacle testers are available for; Correct wiring; In other continents a simple voltage ‘screwdriver’ may be used,

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 electrical system. Often a mis-wired connection or imbalanced phase load can cause voltage/current to ‘bleed...

Page 72 - E. Common Mistakes by Technicians/Customers; a) Secondary Grounding

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 receptacle/outlet using the power cable provided and should conform to all electrical building grounding regulations in a...

Page 73 - Adapters; Installation of these types of adapters provides an

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 pr...

Page 74 - d) AC Isolation Transformers; F. Related Print Symptoms

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, et...