Mitsubishi Electric SDP-ECO 1630 III - Manual

iii Introductory Note Thank you very much for choosing our product. We sincerely hope that you will enjoy using the SDP-Eco 1630 III, and fully utilize all its functions and capabilities. This users manual describes how to safely operate this machine and explains all the basic procedures for data se...

iv About this manual In this manual, important supplementary remarks are classified as either WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, Cautions, or Notes. Since remarks under WARNING and CAUTION headlines call attention to conditions and operations that may result in accidents or physical injuries, be sure to thoroughly...

v Contents Chapter 1 On Safety 1.1 When using the machine ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••1 1.2 Warning labels and attachment positions ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••4 1.3 Handling processing chemicals ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••...

Chapter1 On Safety - 1 - Chapter 1 On Safety SDP-Eco 1630 III was designed and manufactured with special attention to safety considerations. However, it is impossible either to eliminate allpotential sources of danger from such products or to anticipate all possiblehazards and misuses. It is therefo...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 2 - Chapter 1 On Safety • This machine incorporates a power supply unit. Do not use a bubble type extinguisher when a fire occurs. It may causeelectric shocks. Place a powder type extinguisher near the machine. • The SDP-Eco 1630 III is equipped with a leakage circuit ...

Chapter 1 On Safety • LASER SAFETY. The SDP-Eco1630 III is certified as a Class 1 laser product under the U.S. D e p a r t m e n t o f H e a l t h a n d H u m a n S e r v i c e s ( D H H S ) R a d i a t i o nPerformance Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health andSafety Act of 1968. Th...

1.2 Warning labels and attachment positions Warning labels are attached to dangerous parts or areas of the machine. Alloperators and maintenance personnel must follow the instructions written onthese labels. - Do not remove or deface any of these warning labels. - Labels must always be clearly visib...

Chapter 1 On Safety - 5 - Chapter 1 On Safety • The locations of the machine's warning labels are shown below. (1) There are sections where the voltages are dangerously high. Direct contact with these sections (marked with this label) can cause severe shock and potentially fatal injuries. The parts ...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 6 - Chapter 1 On Safety 1.3 Handling processing chemicals The SDP-Eco 1630 III uses processing chemicals to activate andstabilize exposed plates. The processing chemicals used in thismachine are not generally dangerous to humans, but failure to usethem in the correct m...

Chapter 1 On Safety - 7 - Chapter 1 On Safety Processing chemical components Activator (SLM-EAC) Mixture: (aqueous chemical)pH: approx. 13.4 Stabilizer (SLM-EST) Mixture: (aqueous chemical)pH: approx. 6.0 Composition CAS No. Percentage 1310-58-3 7646-93-7 7757-82-6 111-41-1 Potassium hydroxidePotass...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 8 - Chapter 1 On Safety 1.4 Before connecting the power cable • Power supply - Check that the powerswitch on the SDP-Eco1630 III is turned OFF before connecting thepower plug to the user'spower outlet. (Refer to"Chapter 2: Names ofMachine Component andParts".) ...

Chapter 1 On Safety - 9 - Chapter 1 On Safety 1.5 Operation precautions • Do not turn the machine's power supply ON or start operation until thismanual has been thoroughly read and fully understood. • All operators must wear appropriate work clothing and should never wearnecklaces, scarves, or other...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 10 - Chapter 1 On Safety 1.6 Precautions during transport and installation • T h e w e i g h t o f t h e S D P - E c o 1 6 3 0 I I I i s d e s c r i b e d i n " C h a p t e r 9 : Specifications"Make sure the floor is fully capable of handling 2500 N/m 2 (approx...

Chapter 1 On Safety - 11 - Chapter 1 On Safety * Locations in direct sunlight * Locations with high temperature and/or humidity(outside the normal range ofTemp.: 18 to 28 ˚ C, Rel.humidity: 50 to 70%) * Locations where dew condensation is a factor * Locations with sudden, drastic temperature changes...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 12 - Chapter 1 On Safety • Installation space As shown in figure below, clearance is required around the machine at alltimes to assure adequate space for maintenance and safe passage duringemergencies. 1.8 Maintenance • Maintenance that requires tools may only be perfo...

Chapter 2 Names of Machine Components and Parts Chapter 2 Names of Machine Components and Parts The SDP-Eco 1630 III consists of the following parts. 2.1 Main unit - 15 - Power switch Plate setting cover Wide SCSI connector Operation panel Front door Nip roller clearance handle Filter Plate receivin...

Chapter 3 Handling Plates Chapter 3 Handling plates 3.1 Plate setting 1) Open the plate setting cover and, holding the lever with your thumb,take the spool shaft out. 2) R e f e r t o y o u r p l a t e w i d t h , a n d align the edge of the spool plateboss to the groove in the spoolshaft. The spool...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL 4) Lower a roll of plate (wound in the same direction as in the figureon the left) down over the spools h a f t . ( T h e s h a f t s h o u l d b es t a n d i n g v e r t i c a l l y w i t h t h ereference side of the spool plate asits base.).Firmly press the edge of the...

Chapter 3 Handling Plates C o n f i r m t h a t t h e r e i s n o g a pb e t w e e n t h e p l a t e r o l l a n d t h espool plate and that the set screwis placed in the correct positionand then tighten the set screw. 6) Turn ON the power switch to the main unit. After completion of thei n i t i a ...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL A buzzer sounds when you startinserting the plate. Insert the platef u r t h e r u n t i l a s e c o n d b u z z e rsounds. At the position where thebuzzer sounds, turn the nip rollerc l e a r a n c e h a n d l e b a c k t o i t svertical position to close the nip. Inser...

Chapter 3 Handling Plates 3.2 Plate end processing When plate end is displayed, remove the plate and re-set a new one followingthe procedure below. 1) When is displayed on the panel: The plate ended during exposure, so it is discharged from the processor. Stop the buzzer by pressing the (reset) key....

Chapter 4 Operation The SDP-Eco 1630 III is a SCSI device. Turn ON the power switch for this machine first, and complete its initialization routine. Then turn ON thepower switch to the host computer (RIP computer).Be sure to turn OFF the power switch to the host computer (RIP computer)when turning O...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL 4.2 Turning ON the power switch Before you turn ON the power switch of the main unit, check the followingpoints.1) Processing chemical has been properly supplied to the processor.2) The front door and plate setting cover are securely closed and the covers are properly mo...

4.4 Data input for the set plate (This procedure is necessary when loading the plate.) (1) Press the key to display the . (2) Press the key to display , which is a lower level of the menu. (3) Use the key to select the data registration number, plate type, plate width, or length of plate roll, then ...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 28 - 4) Inputting the value for the remaining amount of plate (61m to 46m) Press the key or the key to m o v e t h e c u r s o r t o t h e r e m a i n i n gamount display. Press the key or t h e k e y t o s t a r t t h e c u r s o r f l a s h i n g . C h a n g e t h e ...

Chapter 4 Operation - 29 - 4.6 Exposure The machine has two exposure modes: remote exposure which performsexposure using data provided from the host computer, and local exposurewhich performs laser test exposure and re-exposure. • Remote exposure After entering remote mode (ON LINE lamp is lit), giv...

Chapter 4 Operation 4.7 Processor section The processing chemicals are applied to the plate while it is being transferredin the SDP-Eco 1630 III 's built-in processor section. The processor section also includes a final rinsing process which cleans the developed plates andthus reduces paper media wa...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL • Processing chemical replacement Replace the processing chemical every three months regardless of the numberof plates processed. • Preparing rinse water 1) Pour approximately 1 liter of water into the rinse water replenisher bottle and set it in the washing tank. 2) Alw...

Chapter 4 Operation - If the output data is sent from the host computer to the recorder while the above warning is being issued, the warning disappears, executing output operation. After output operation has been completed, the warning message appears and the buzzer sounds again. • Handling waste li...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 34 - 4.8 Collecting exposed plates Exposed plates are discharged into the plate receiving tray. The SDP-Eco1630 II discharges plates image-side down. Adjust the length of the discharge retainer arm to accommodate the maximum length of the plates used. It is possible to...

Chapter 4 Operation When shutting down the machine by pressing the power ON/OFF key, the dehumidifying heater will automatically run unless the main power is also shut down. The dehumidifying heater attached below the plate setting section inhibits condensation in the machine by heating plates when ...

Chapter 5 Menus and panel displays Chapter 5 Menus and panel displays The display panel shows the performance status of the SDP-Eco 1630 III , its error messages, etc. 5.1 User menu - 37 -

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL • Operation status [Remote and local] In the remote mode, it is possible to expose data transferred from the hostcomputer (RIP computer). In the local mode, exposure data from the hostcomputer (RIP computer) cannot be accepted.The local mode includes a "User menu"...

5.2 Panel operation • Power ON/OFF key Press this key to turn OFF the power supply to the machine and shut itdown (after cleaning the processor roller). To re-start the machine, pressthe Power ON/OFF key again.This key only works in the first local status display and does not work atall in the remot...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL • Switch the mode between remote and local Remote Mode Local Mode Start OK < Plate Data> • Shift between commands (Example) 1st hierarchy < Maintenance> 2nd hierarchy Cutter Processor> < Ver SCSI-ID> • Command execution There are two types of command...

Chapter 6 User menu It is possible to set values affecting the machine's operation state from the usermenu. Note that some settings from the host computer are given priority andthey will be automatically changed if the host computer resets them. Refer to '5.2 Panel operation' for details on key oper...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL • Remaining amount of plate The remaining amount of plate should be set in meter units when you use anew plate.The initial setting value is 0 meter.The remaining amount of plate is shown in 1 meter increments (0 to 75meters) in the remote mode display The remaining amoun...

Chapter 6 User menu • Laser test exposure The plate is exposed using a specific pattern to determine the most suitablelaser for each resolution. (The selected resolution is displayed on the paneldisplay.) The table on the previous page shows the exposure resolutionpattern. Resolution code lines are ...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL 6.3 Pre. Feed menu Whenever you set a new plate, a "Pre. Feed" operation is performed toeliminate any fogged sections at the leading edge.From the display panel, you can select whether to feed 1 or 3 sheets for thisoperation. The length of each sheet is 500 mm, s...

Chapter 6 User menu • Dryer level selection When setting the dryer temperature, you can select either automatic or manual(Hi or Low). Select the temperature setting which suits your plate type andthe environmental conditions.If you select automatic setting, the dryer temperature will be set to "...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL • The alarm function in this machine has been set to OFF before shipment at the factory. (Settings 000 = OFF) • The consumption rate of rinse water may be different depending on the settings in the machine. Set the consumption rate with the following procedure. [Procedur...

Chapter 7 Maintenance Chapter 7 Maintenance 7.1 Cutter blade replacement If the edge of the cutter becomes notched, chipped or curved after cutting aplate, the blade must be replaced.The cutter blade should be replaced regularly both to prevent transfer jamsand problems due to cutting errors, and to...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL 7.2 Cylindrical lens cleaning The SDP-Eco 1630 III incorporates a h i g h l y a c c u r a t e o p t i c a l s y s t e m i nw h i c h t h e l e n s i s p o s i t i o n e de x t r e m e l y c l o s e t o t h e e x p o s e dsurface.Therefore, if the lens is soiled withd i r...

Chapter 7 Maintenance 7.3 Filter cleaning Since a clogged filter mesh will seriously affect exposure results, clean thefilter at least every three months. 1) Turn OFF the power supply.2) Remove the filter frame from the machine. 3) Remove the filter and cleanse it with the cleaner (with the frameatt...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 50 - 7.4 Punch dust removal When the punch unit (option) is mounted, it is necessary to periodicallyremove the accumulated punch dust. Too much punch dust may causetrouble. Be sure to remove the punch dust following the steps below. If the "Punch Dust Check" wa...

7.5 Cleaning the processor section After repeated prepress operations, silver residue from plates, paper dust, chemicals, etc. may stick to the tank and/or processor rack, and stain subsequent separations. - Always clean the sections shown below when you replace the processing chemical every three m...

6) Grip the left and right stay rails on the processor rack to removethe rack, and carry it to the placey o u h a v e p r e p a r e d f o r t h ecleaning operation. The processor rack weighs approximately 6.5 kg(14.3 lbs), so please bevery careful when handling it. 7) Remove the overflow tray. 8) Re...

Chapter 7 Maintenance - 53 - If the diffusion sheet iscurved or bent, loosen thesheet retainer on theprocessing chemical supplyguide and replace thesheet with a stand-arddiffusion sheet. 9) Wash the processing chemical supply guide diffusion sheets (SLM-EAC x 2, SLM-EST x 1) with water and wipe them...

2) Remove the filter installed in the processing chemical tank. 3) Wash the filter and processing chemical tank with water. 4) R e - i n s t a l l t h e f i l t e r i n t h e processing chemical tank. Pull the cylindrical filter down over the filter attachment section in the processing chemical tank...

4) A t t a c h t h e s u p p l y p i p e t o t h e processing chemical supply hose. 5) Install the processing chemical supply pipe. When the processingchemical supply pipe isclogged, clean the piperegardless of the timeelapsed. • Cleaning the nip roller and exit roller (upper) Always clean the rinse...

Slit Processor rail (left) Caution SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL 4) Lift up and remove the upper exit roller.5) Clean the rinse water nip roller and upper exit roller.6) Wipe the rinse water nip roller until dry. Wring water lightly from the upper exit roller. Re-attach both in their original positio...

Chapter 7 Maintenance - 57 - 3) Remove the two set screws, and then the roller fixing bracket 4) Remove the overflow tray.5) Loosen the set screw to remove the left tray rail. 6) Pull out the left tray rail toward the operator side. 7) S l i g h t l y l o o s e n t h e t w o s e t s c r e w s f o r ...

9) Pull out the washing tank 30 to 40 mm toward the operator sideand remove it (toward the right). 10) Pull the lower exit roller toward you. Now you can remove thebearing for a roller. 11) Remove the lower exit roller by lifting the thumb ring installed tothe roller. 12) Clean the lower exit roller...

Chapter 7 Maintenance - 59 - 14) Attach the bearing for a roller to the lower exit roller. 15) Install the lower exit roller by s l i g h t l y r o t a t i n g i t i n s u c h am a n n e r t h a t t h e p i n i n t h ecoupling properly engages thegroove in the lower exit roller. If the groove in the...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 60 - Left tray rail Set screw 5) Remove the rinse water repleni- sher bottle and drain the water inthe washing tank into the wastechemical container. 6) Hold the handle on the processor rack section and pull out the processor rack until it touches the stopper. 7) Grip ...

Chapter 7 Maintenance - 61 - 10) Pull out the left tray rail toward the operator side. 11) Remove the hose in the lower side of the washing tank from thetube connector section. The hose usually still contains water, so be careful not to spatter itaround when you remove the hose. 12) S l i g h t l y ...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 62 - Washing tank Washing tank Washingtankretainer Set screw Washing tank Attachment section Guide plate 14) Pull out the washing tank 30 to 40 mm toward the operator sideand remove it (toward the right). 15) C l e a n t h e w a s h i n g t a n k w i t h water. 16) Ins...

Chapter 7 Maintenance - 63 - - Before securing the washing tank, lift the near end of the tank and its retainer as high up as possible - Securely tighten the set screws using a coin. 19) Plug the removed hose back into the tube connector. 20) Insert the back of the left tray rail into the slit in th...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL - 64 - Tip of thebrush 3) Put the accompanying diffusion s h e e t b e t w e e n t h e p r o c e s s i n gc h e m i c a l s u p p l y g u i d e a n dretaining bracket, then re-securethe guides with set screws again.R e - a t t a c h t h e b r u s h b a r i n i t sorigina...

7.8 List of expendable parts - After 25000 prepress processes, a "Pump Check" message appears on the display panel when the power switch is turned ON. This indicates that it is time to replace the pump, so please contact the serviceman and request a pump replacement. Always replace the pump ...

Chapter 8 Message Chapter 8 Message 8.1 Message The SDP-Eco 1630 III displays three kinds of messages: status messages, warning messages and error messages. [Status message] Status messages indicate the machine's current operation status. [Warning message] Warning messages indicate a problem which h...

8.3 Status display Status displays indicate the machine's current operation status. Message Operation status Initializing Machine is being initialized. Start OK Remote operation is ready. Cleaning Processor is being cleaned. Heating Processor is being heated. Exposing Machine is exposing an image. R...

8.5 List of error messages The following is a list of error messages, and steps that can be taken. Message Error contents Serial error An internal communication error occurred. Re-boot the machine. If this error occurs frequently, please contact the dealer where you purchased this machine. JAM1 The ...

Chapter 8 Message 8.6 Jam removal procedure • Removing Plate jam 1 and 2 - Plate jam1 is displayed when the cutter stops a plate cutting operation midway. - Plate jam2 is displayed when the plate can not be cut and is continuously discharged. 1) Press the key. This stops the b u z z e r s o u n d a ...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL • Removing Plate jam 3 - Plate jam3 is displayed when the plate is not discharged. 1) Press the key. This stops the buzzer and returns the cutter to itshome position. 2) Open the front door and remove the cutter cover. 3) Remove the plate in the transfer section. 4) If t...

Chapter 9 Specifications Chapter 9 Specifications 9.1 Basic specifications - Recording system ... Flatbed scanning system - Light source ... 635 nm laser diode - Resolution ... 1200 dpi, 1500 dpi, 1800 dpi, 2400 dpi - Exposure speed ... 1236 mm/min (1200 dpi)791 mm/min (1500 dpi)549 mm/min (1800 dpi...

SDP-Eco1630 III USERS MANUAL 9.2 Overview diagram - 74 - (Unit: mm) 1770 465 305 900 50 795 545 136 1325 1072 56 1000