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1. Create messages Edit messages e Save messages Create user fields The UI contains the following screen Messages IE STR NR aE E Start Jet Select Message 2 Enter Password 2 Edit Message zm Print counter ODCDIDCIDIEICES Ze O 100 100 Ink Part Wo 5014 D 17 16 10 06 2011 TEST MESSAGE Videojet 1620 10 06 11 17 16 Figure 5 1 Menu Screen Menu Screen When you login the first screen that appears is Menu screen The Menu screen has a row of menus along the top of the screen The menus give quick and easy access to the different functions of the printer You can see only five menus in the screen see Figure 5 1 press the Left arrow key or Right arrow key to access the other menus Rev AC Introduction 5 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Select the Menus and Items To select the menus and the items in the menus you can use either the arrow keys or the short cut keys Arrow Keys To select a menu To select an item from a menu 1 Press the Left arrow key or Right arrow key until the menu is highlighted 2 Press the Enter key 1 Press the Up arrow key or the Down arrow key until the required item is highlighted 2 Press the Enter key Note If there are many items on the menu to display on screen the label More appears next to the top or bottom of the menu For example refer to Figure 5 2 This label indicates that more menu entries are available above or b
2. Ink Cartridge Ink cartridge smartchip data reads no Removed cartridge present Refit an empty ink cartridge Ink Insertions The current ink cartridge inserted more Exceeded than ten times Insert a new ink cartridge No Make up No make up fluid available for addition to Cartridge the ink core module Insert a new make up cartridge Wrong Make up The cartridge inserted into the make up Cartridge fluid cartridge holder contains the wrong make up fluid type Insert a new make up cartridge Table 7 5 Warning Icons Continued 7 10 Printer Status Icons Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Remedial Action Make up cartridge low Insert anew make up fluid cartridge The part number of the make up fluid is displayed also If the icon flashes after replenishment contact a maintenance engineer Clean Start Stop Viscosity is too low so Clean Start Stop Inhibited is inhibited to prevent solvent addition Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Makeup Insertions The current make up cartridge is Exceeded inserted more than ten times Insert a new make up cartridge Ink Core Level High Ink level in the ink core module is very high The icon must not be illuminated after a short interval of time If the icon is displayed for more than 5 minutes report the fault to a maintenance engineer Refer to the service manual for more information Ink Core Level Low Check whether the ink
3. Essential health and safety requirements relating to electrical equipment designed for use within certain voltage limits IEC 60950 1 ed 2 EN60950 1 Safety requirements for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment EN 60529 Degrees of protection provided by enclosures IP Code For Customers in the U S A Rev AC This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation A N Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide responsible protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be requ
4. Figure 4 2 Enter Password 3 Log in at level 1 default password 1111 or level 2 default password 2222 password The current password level changes to selected password level from level 0 nter Password Current Password Level O aE EEE Figure 4 3 Level 0 Password Rev AC How to Set the Passwords 4 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Set the Passwords for Levels 1 and 2 Do the following tasks to set the passwords for levels 1 and 2 1 4 4 How to Set the Passwords Press Alt W and select Set Password for level 1 or Set Password for level 2 from the Password menu see Figure 4 4 The New Password dialog box appears see Figure 4 5 Enter Password Blear Password Set Password for Level M Set Password for Level amp Set Password Tevyels Buto Logout Figure 4 4 Set Password Level Jew Password Enter Mew Password for Level 1 Figure 4 5 New Password Enter the new password and press the Enter key A prompt appears where you confirm the password Jew Passwort Confirm Password for Level 1 Figure 4 6 Confirm Password Enter the new password again and press the Enter key If the confirmation password is different from the first password entered the Change Password dialog box appears see Figure 4 7 Press Esc key to return to the New Password dialog box Else the new password is saved and the Menu screen appears Change Password Different passwords entered
5. Auto Encoder External 1 Print Acknowledge OFF Print ACK ASCII code 0 Throw distance imm 1 Remote Source Action Stop Print Complete Width mz O Maximum transit time Gms 10000 Auto Print on Jet You can enable the machine start printing when the ink jet has started Note A message must be available Auto Print on Enables the machine to be set up so that it will Select initiate printing as soon as a message has been selected subject to the ink jet having started Serial Port You can configure the serial port For more Configuration information refer How to Configure the Serial Port on page 4 13 Configure Serial Ports RS232 Baud Rate SEke RS232 Data Bits Stop Bits Parity Mone Flow control Hardware Baud Rate Gat RO485 Parity Network Setti ngs Jetwark Settings Yes Bess 000 000 000 000 Subnet mask 295 222 223 Default gateway 000 000 000 000 5 18 Menu Description Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Configure Menu Commands Function Barcode Setup Opens the Barcode Bar Space Ratios menu Up to four bar widths and four space widths can be set zarcode Setup Backup System Settings arcode Bar Space Ratios Restore System Settihgs ars Full System Backup Bar Width 2 all System Restore n d 4 System Mbdate mane ae PE Set Eeira date me ath 35 Select Alternative ero Gap Width 3 33 Special Printina Mode Gap Width 4 4 Remowe Raster Protocol Canfilluratian
6. Message B Input PCB 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Ethernet Videojet 1620 1620 UHS I O 25 Way PCB 4 Videojet 1620 1620 BEN UHS Table 3 1 Connector Panel Ports 3 10 Connector Panel Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 12 a i an y 10 Key Na Y AN Nu T 1 Message A Input 2 Print Trigger 2 Reverse Print 3 Status Output Lampstack 4 Shaft Encoder 5 Relay Switches 6 Print Trigger 1 Figure 3 8 Connector Panel 7 V O 25 Way 8 USB 9 Ethernet 10 COMMS RS485 11 COMMS RS232 12 Message B Input Connector Panel 3 11 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Pinout Information Connector Pinout Print Trigger 2 Reverse Print Status Output Lampstack Shaft Encoder Relay Switches Ethernet GENE COMMS RS485 180 Pin Position Message B Input Message A Input I O 25 Way DIN 25 Pin Bulgin Connector Table 3 2 Connector Pinout Information Main Power Switch The main power switch item 1 Figure 3 9 is a green push button to turn the printer on and off You can find the main power switch on the right side of the printer Note The handles item 2 are provided for easy movement of the unit 1 em 1 Main Power Switch 2 Handles Figure 3 9 Main Power Switch 3 12 Main Power Switch Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Back Filter The ink compartment fan
7. Table 5 4 Editor Menu and Commands Continued Note Press F4 to select Message Parameters 5 10 Menu Description Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual User Fields Note All User Field commands are available from level I and above User Fields Menu Commands Function zs User Field ew User Field Belete User Field set Counter Set Shifts Setup imer Setup Encoded Slur Setup Encoded Dav of Meek Edit user field Opens the Select user field to edit menu Options are all the existing user fields e When you select a text field an individual dialog box for the new user field with the Text and Attribute options opens When you select a counter field a menu with options for the counter parameters opens When you select a logo field the Edit logo screen opens New user field Adds a new user field to the selected message Opens the New User Field dialog box with Name and Description fields When you select a Text description the New Field dialog box with Text and Attribute fields opens When you select a Counter description the New counter dialog box with fields for the counter parameters opens When you select a Logo description the Edit logo screen opens When you select a Remote description the New Field dialog box with Field ID and Default Value fields opens Delete user field Opens Delete User Field menu Reset Counter Opens the Select Counter to Reset menu Set Shifts Opens the shift m
8. 0123456789 Figure 5 56 Bar Code Note You can insert a user field into a barcode if all the characters in this field are valid for the type of barcode 9 Finish the barcode edition and move the cursor away with the Left arrow or Right arrow key To Insert Foreign Language Characters You can include the characters from more than one language alphabet in a message Do the following tasks to insert foreign language characters 1 Follow Step 1 to Step 4 under the section To Create a Message on page 5 24 to open the Message Editor screen 2 Press the Alt E keys to open the Editor menu 3 Select Set Keyboard Type from the Editor menu The Select Kbd Type menu appears Select kbd Type European Turkish Greek a Eastern European 1 Cc Eastern European 2 POL Russian Bulgarian Hebrew Arabic Thai korean vietnamese YNI IME Figure 5 57 Select Keyboard Type Menu 5 64 Manage Text Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Note If the required keyboard type is not shown you must change the Editor Font Group You must change before the jet is started because the change to the Editor Font Group always includes a power cycle 4 Select the required type of keyboard from those available and press the Enter key The Message Editor screen appears Note You can use the alphabet of the selected language in the message that is edited Repeat the procedure to return to the original keyboard after y
9. 1 Status LEDs 5 Display 2 Arrow Keys 6 Contrast Key 3 Keypad 7 Function Keys 4 Information Key Figure 3 2 Control Panel Note Language specific keypads are provided with the language kits 3 2 Control Panel Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Status LEDs The light emitting diodes LEDs item 1 Figure 3 2 on page 3 2 indicate the system status Arrow Keys The arrow keys item 2 allow the operator to navigate through the software menus Keypad The keypad item 3 is 72 key QWERTY membrane type with tactile response keys The solvents that you use for printing and maintenance do not damage the keypad Display The Quarter Video Graphics Array QVGA Liquid Crystal Display LCD item 5 has a resolution of 320 x 240 pixels The LCD has an LED backlight to help you see in low light conditions Contrast Keys The contrast keys b item 6 help the operator to increase or decrease the contrast of the LCD Control Panel 3 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Function Keys The following four function keys provide the basic printer controls item 7 For more information on function keys and actions with CTRL and ALT refer to Soft Keys on page 5 4 Display Screen The display screen displays the following elements Messages Siam 17 18 TN Start Jet Select Message Ix ud TL Enter Password Edit Message zm Print counter DODODDCDDCIES Zo 0 100
10. 100 Ink Part Ma Y 5014 0 17 15 10 05 2011 1 BN ideojet 1620 10 06 11 17 1 TEST MESSAGE thead a 1 Text Message 2 Fault Messages 3 Control Keys Figure 3 3 Display Screen 3 4 Control Panel Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual The screen displays the following elements The function key controls The icons that indicate the printer status and fault conditions and the product counter When the product counter is enabled the screen displays the product counter The name and the content of the message The content in the display is an accurate representation of what the printer prints on the product WYSIWYG The icons that indicate the fluid levels in the ink and make up fluid cartridges Ink type For example V501 A D Control Panel 3 5 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Electronics Compartment The electronics compartment contains the parts shown in Figure 3 4 1 Electronics Compartment Fan 5 Printer Interface Board PIB 2 Power Supply Unit 6 Positive Air Pump 3 Extra High Tension EHT Block 7 Connector Panel Boards 4 Control System Board Figure 3 4 Electronics Compartment Note When a customer orders a Videojet 1620 1620 UHS printer with an air dryer the positive air pump is removed from the printer The air dryer supplies positive air to the printhead from an external air source Air dryers are required when the printer is operated in an en
11. Set the Shifts 6 Enter 0 for both the start hour and the start minute of the first shift that you do not require The shifts that follow are not used 7 Enter the character that stands for the first shift in the Character for shift 1 field This character that is for the current shift that is inserted in the messages during print The printer counts upward from that character forward to get the remaining shift codes An example of shift codes 1s shown in Table 5 15 Value Entered Shift 1 Shift 2 Shift 3 Shift 4 Shift 5 Table 5 15 Shift Codes 8 Press the Enter key to save the settings and exit the Set Shifts Menu 5 52 Manage User Fields Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Set the Timer Do the following tasks to set up the timer 1 Follow from Step 1 to Step 4 under the section To Create a Message on page 5 24 to open the Message Editor screen Note Make sure that the height of the font and position of the cursor are correct Press the keys A t U to open the User Fields menu Select Setup Timer and press Enter to open the Timer Setup dialog box Set the following values for Timer Setup see Figure 5 43 e Number of Digit 2 or 4 Update Interval 15 30 or 60 minutes for a two character timer 1 15 30 or 60 minutes for a four character timer Timer Value Select each digit to appear as digit or an alphabetic character by setting the value for Timer Char 1 2 3 and 4
12. The ink compartment fan cools the ink module and the ink pump Printhead and Umbilical The printhead uses the ink supplied by the ink core module to print the text and graphic characters on a product The control signals and ink are sent to the printhead through the umbilical 1 Umbilical 2 Printhead Figure 3 6 Printhead and Umbilical 3 Printhead and Umbilical Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual For Videojet 1620 Printer Only 90 Printhead 1 Umbilical 2 Printhead Figure 3 7 Printhead and Umbilical Note The 90 printhead is not available for Videojet 1620 UHS printer Printhead and Umbilical 3 9 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Connector Panel The connector panel is on the left side of the printer item 5 Figure 3 1 on page 3 1 The panel contains the connectors shown in Figure 3 8 on page 3 11 Note The number of connectors provided depends on the model you select Table 3 1 provides the connectors for the printer Connector Type PCB Standard Optional Print Trigger 1 PCB 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS COMMS RS232 PCB2 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS COMMS RS485 PCB 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Shaft Encoder PCB 2 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Relay Switches PCB 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Status Output PCB 2 Videojet 1620 1620 Lampstack UHS USB Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Message A Input PCB 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Print Trigger 2 PCB 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS
13. Timer Setup E Update Interval 15 min Timer Value B2BF Timer Char Alpha Timer Char Digit Timer Char Alpha Timer Char Alpha 01 hi e Figure 5 43 Timer Setup Press Enter to save and exit Press F2 to open the Select user field window and select the Timer option You can see the format that you set above in the preview window shown in Figure 5 44 Time Figure 5 44 Timer User Field Manage User Fields 5 53 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Set the Encoded Hour Do the following tasks to set up the encoded hour 1 Follow from Step 1 to Step 4 under the section To Create a Message on page 5 24 to open the Message Editor screen Note Make sure that the height of the font and position of the cursor are correct 2 Press the keys A t U to open the User Fields menu 3 Select Setup Encoded Hour and press Enter to open the Alpha Hour dialog box see Figure 5 45 Alpha Hour 12 00 am 01 00 am 02 00 am 03 00 arm 04 00 am 03 00 am Oe6 0O0 am PAES AK E YUU am 08 000 am 09 00 am Figure 5 45 Setup Encoded Hour 4 Set the alphabets or numeric values to different hours in a day 5 Press Enter to save and exit 5 54 Manage User Fields Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Set the Encoded Day of the Week 1 Follow from Step 1 to Step 4 under the section To Create a Message on page 5 24 to open the Message Editor screen Note Make sure that the height
14. and remove the printhead cover item 3 4 Inspect the printhead and the inside of the printhead cover for any ink deposits Clean if necessary refer Clean the Printhead on page 6 7 Clean the Printhead A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY In the event of an ink or solvent spill leakage from the printer could cause a floor slip hazard and or fire hazard particularly if the equipment is situated over flammable material and or other equipment An optional drip tray is available Part Number 234407 To install place the drip tray on surface that the printer is to be used Place the printer in the centre of the drip tray Ensure that the drip tray is appropriately grounded to avoid static build up N Warning VAPOUR HAZARD Prolonged breathing of cleaning solution vapor can cause drowsiness and or effects like alcoholic intoxication Use only in well ventilated open areas Rev AC Inspect the Printhead 6 7 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 6 6 Clean the Printhead A N Warning HANDLING CLEANING SOLUTION The cleaning solution is irritating to the eyes and respiratory system To prevent personal injury when handling this substance Always wear protective rubber gloves and clothing Always wear goggles with side shields or a face mask It is also advisable to wear safety glasses when carrying out maintenance Apply barrier hand cream before handling ink If cleaning solution contaminates the skin rinse off with runni
15. no stray drops and an even application of print Table 7 2 describes the samples of bad printing their causes and the steps required to correct the fault Sample and Cause Clean the printhead Perform the 1L IESI nozzle flush procedure wash the nozzle with wash down Make sure Jet not aligned correctly or nozzle has that the gutter is clean a partial block Note bottom drops clipping the edge of the gutter Possible EHT too low E Clean and completely dry the if SUE ix t amp printhead Make sure there is enough ee ete time available between prints to Phasing error The correct scene phase of drop is not good You see a good amount of splashing in the area around Backflush nozzle and check for ttv TERT correct breakup FJ eee Be 2 Ir UBI jum Incorrect modulation too many satellites charging process not Check for jet alignment Refer to the service manual for more information Pressure too high drops not deflected correctly drops run in to one another small print wu veas Check for jet alignment Refer to the Pilih Glatt yy TEST service manual for more information LIF INI ADALI T TEST Pressure too low the drops are over deflected or incorrectly positioned Possible loss of most deflected drops Table 7 2 Samples of Bad Printing Rev AC Poor Print Quality 7 5 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Sample and Cause Printhead too far from the substr
16. signal from the photocell to start the print 3 Or select PEC Gated This allows you to see a steady signal i e substrate to keep printing Note If you enable the PEC Gated the printer must get a continuous signal to continue the printing ontinuous Print Continuous Mode Time Mode Time Delay msecs 200 000 ontinuous Print LimitinofsaE a Continuous Print Limit 2 PEC Triggered m PEC Gated E Figure 4 26 Continuous Print Dialog Box Rev AC Printer Configuration 4 19 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 4 Set the SE Mode delay to use external shaft encoder pulses to set the distance between the start of each print Continuous Print Continuous Mode SE Mode SE Pulses 20320 ontinuous Print Limiting Enablel 5 Continuous Print Limit 2 PEC Triggered IE PEC Gated Ii Figure 4 27 SE Mode 5 If there is no external shaft encoder set Time Mode delay to use the pulses internally created to set the distance between each print Lontinuous Print Time Modell Time Delay imsecs 200 000 Continuous Print Limiting Enable Continuous Print Limit 2 PEC Triagered ET PEC Gated bi Figure 4 26 Time Mode 6 Setthe required delay for the selected mode in the range 1 to 10 000 7 Set Distance Mode delay to use a user defined distance interval to set the gap between the start of each print Continuous Print Distance Model Print Interval inches 8 Continuous Print Limiting Enable Continu
17. 1 Put the printhead into the wash station part number 399085 2 Usea cleaning agent and a tissue or a soft brush to clean the following parts of the printhead Gutter Sensing Tube item 6 Figure 6 4 Videojet 1620 and Figure 6 5 on page 6 9 Videojet 1620 UHS Charge electrode item 7 Deflector plate item 5 see Clean the Deflector Plate on page 6 11 Nozzle item 4 Note The cleaning agent must be compatible with the type of ink that you use in the printer 3 Allow the printhead to dry and make sure that the slot in the charge electrode is free of cleaning agent Note Use a hand blower or compressed air to dry the printhead quickly The air pressure must not be more than 20 psi A N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The printhead must be dry before you try to start the printer The failure to follow this caution can damage the printhead 4 Refit the printhead cover and tighten the knurled screw 6 10 Clean the Printhead Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Clean the Deflector Plate To prevent the deposits of ink clean the contoured surfaces of the deflector plate with the solvent and clean dry air CDA Figure 6 7 Clean the Deflector Plate Videojet 1620 UHS 50 Micron Rev AC Clean the Printhead 6 11 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Clean the Printer Cabinet To clean the printer cabinet do the following tasks A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Airborne particles and ma
18. 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Reset Run Hours ate n ee ect pP RC ERE E 4 13 How to Configure the Serial Port 4 13 How to Configure Ethernet Port 00 0 0c eee eee ee 4 14 High Speed Remote Data Transfer 00 0002 eee 4 15 How to Enter Service Information 00s eee ee eee 4 16 How to Create a Mesane tance sn deed ete ORE esheets 4 17 Printer Contre Urat lobis aues score mcd Ue eee ees ed 4 17 Prnt Enable codo UI eo RO ahi entes mda e matis dris 4 17 Manual Print Option iecere puesto nesi rt EE PE QUEE ings 4 19 How to Use Continuous Print Option 4 19 PINTA eA RAE ER bd gt take Skene HEP apie IU EA EE 4 20 Howto Print Mesag eSa 34 6 aes diag Reb te ORG Pre ten 4 21 How to Select a Message ieres giera i py ee dade 4 21 Howto 5larb thie PEDON ieu erguem eb tate ceca ied 4 22 How to Stop the Printuine oos ab EU EUR e PE dS kes 4 23 How to Install and Print Custom Fonts 4 23 Tarno Neen ass oer ets cian Sind b hea ol dele iut e deleted 4 26 Chapter 5 User Interface IntrOQ Ue BOB aeri SO obesidad e Lace Sun a dos eee o 1 To Select the Menus and Items 20006 5 2 To Enter the Text Numbers and Toggle Values 5 4 Mena DeSerip HON 20225359 te dC bei odes quc PI d EAE DU ea 5 7 MESSI CCS rues tetuer b OR indt an aris Gl das cocus ids caca ue aia aed ant 5 7 eaa asa siete ain E Mum EE Dd E O E E 5 9 ores g
19. 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual e Custom font file must be in abf2 format The naming convention of the font must be in xxhigh_custom abf2 xx represents the height of the font Ex A 16 high custom font file must be named as 16high_custom abf2 Contact your local Videojet sale personnel for custom fonts SAR request Installation Do the following tasks to install a custom font 1 2 3 4 5 Copy the custom font you wish to install to the root of a USB Flash Drive Insert the USB Flash Drive in the USB socket on the side of the printer Press CTRL F4 key to list files on the USB Drive Select the font file to install Press the Enter key The following message appears in the display screen to confirm the update Zonfir r Press the Enter key The following message appears in the display screen Note User must wait for few seconds until the note appears to power cycle the printer ta apply the update s any key to continue Power cycle the printer to apply the updates 4 24 Howto Install and Print Custom Fonts Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Create and Print a Message Do the following tasks to create and print a message using custom font 1 Press the F3 key while in the Editor Screen for the Editor Attributes screen to appear Reverse Double Dot Triple Dot Inverse videa Barcode Figure 4 31 Editor Attribute Select the Font type as Custom and press th
20. 6 12 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting IG EFOGUCEIOD oed turi dias th che erie arte eats haere aie e a ut ei 7 1 The Printer Does Not Start 0 000000 000 cee eee eens 7 2 Incorrect Print Position l l 7 3 Itcorrect ErHIBEDIZe v oid oed E e o eR tw Me Ra bore ROC 7 3 Print Not Completes zu nox o 2355 tate bb ewe tthe a ete teens 7 4 Poor Print OUO so esses ard Seeded does ESN 7 9 4 Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Pinter Status ICODSac ia tuat tate ented Sate eee mA MUN E 7 7 Ihclicatog GODS sige 3 d Sowa de es ae eee oe eee 7 7 Fault Alarm ICOBS s obest t eU drew eet dem ed 7 7 Warne ICONS 42 asec nie wed ere es aie cana eas Bae CE 7 9 In COre Tells ta d dct be br EE eens USERS 7 14 pagi VIE easet e crete etico ed ps qa Ld pu dS 7 14 Appendix A Specifications Electrical Speciicat ONS ari ebat eire ei dein tes A 1 fiu doe A 1 DIM CNSIONS dana Wad eee te Gees dae te eet d edi OE d Eo Eu m A 2 Optional ACCE ONCS ret postin de Bue ened abr RM ches A 5 Mobile Printer Stand 213 926 ind tote Se bp dew bere A 5 Static Printer Stan sese Sot atts Mte Sade aaa dd A 6 Printhead Stan PPP A 7 Environmental Specifications 0 cee eee eee A 8 Ink and Make up Fluid Capacity 0 0 0 00000000 A 8 Pan EIOS DE ue odor ogttonquetio n Seate suet d od Led aai ds A 8 Font Specifications and Line Speeds 000000 A 9 ba reode SpecitcdllOfis
21. Barcome Scan Setup Backup System Settings Parameters set during the calibration process are saved to memory overwriting any previously saved parameters Restore System Previously saved parameters and settings are Settings read from memory undoing any recent changes Full System Backs up all programmable printer data including Backup job and configuration information to a USB stick Note You can perform a full system backup after you have set up the system Full System Restores programmable you can select from the Restore Restore Options menu printer information including job and configuration information from a USB stick although the printer prompts the user to select which files to recover Note For example when a CSB has failed you can run a full system restore to recover the lost settings System Update Updates messages fonts rasters on printer System update allows files to be added to the printer without replacing existing files cadd file Note You can perform a software upgrade to upgrade only the required settings and selected elements The options are e All e Fonts e Application software version e Messages move all the messages e Settings HV calibration viscosity e Rasters Set Hejra Date Sets the date per the Arabic calendar Hejra Month 6 Helra Year 1420 Table 5 9 Configure Menu and Commands Continued Rev AC Menu Description 5 19 Videoje
22. Ep Rasters Memory Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Overflow Detected Valve Error Hardware error in valve hit hold drive circuit Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Bad Phasing Phase data cannot be obtained during startup Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Modulation Hardware error Contact Videojet Readback Failed maintenance engineer Table 7 4 Fault Alarm Icons Continued 7 8 Printer Status Icons Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Remedial Action Pump Fault Pump near max RPM and pressure low Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Ink Core Expired The ink core has expired and needs to be replaced Table 7 4 Fault Alarm Icons Continued Warning Icons icon Name Remedial Action Head Temp Too The measured printhead temperature is High more than 3 Celsius above the target temperature Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Incorrect Raster or Requested raster table not loaded into Raster Family system Contact Videojet maintenance Name engineer Head Temp Too The measured printhead temperature is Low more than 3 Celsius below the target temperature Contact Videojet maintenance engineer TOF Too High The measured jet velocity is more than 10 above the target velocity Contact Videojet maintenance engineer TOF Too Low The measured jet velocity is more than 10 below the target jet velocity Contact Videojet maintenance engineer No Signal Fault The
23. F4 Table 5 1 Shortcut Keys Continued These shortcut keys appear only in Editor menu Note The Alt key takes the priority over the Ctrl key if both the keys are held together To Enter the Text Numbers and Toggle Values Use the keypad to enter the required text or special characters Numerical Use the keys 0 to 9 or press the Right arrow key to increase values the value or press the Left arrow key to decrease the value Toggle Press the Left arrow key or Right arrow key values for example on off Esc Key To exit from a menu without any change in the settings press the Esc key Soft Keys The four function keys F1 to F4 are known as the soft keys The UI assigns the default functions to these keys in normal conditions When you hold Alt or Ctrl key the UI assigns different functions to the function keys The functions that are available for different key combinations are shown in Table 5 2 5 4 Introduction Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Function If you hold the Alt key Start Printing Mew Message IN Message Parameters Edit User Field zm Print counter ODCDCOICIDCICES Ze 0 100 1005965 Ink Part Mo v5014 D 17 31 10 06 2011 TEST MESSAGE Videojet 1620 10 06 11 17 16 rinthead aff Start Printing or Stop Print if the printer is in the print mode Table 5 2 Soft Keys Introduction 5 5 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Functio
24. Font Videolet 16 High Selection Midea let F1 Font FM Black F2 Insert User Field F3 Modify Attributes F4 Message Parameters Shift Fl Save and Exit a Figure 5 50 Text Selection Press Ctrl Left arrow key or Ctrl Right arrow key to highlight the required text 5 58 Manage Text Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Copy and Paste Text You can copy some text to the clip board and paste the text in a different area To Copy Text Do the following tasks to copy the text 1 Press the Alt M keys The Messages menu appears 2 Select Edit Message The Select Message To Edit dialog box appears see Figure 5 51 Select Message To Edit polo ALYPSO few Message TEST MESSAGE Welete Message VIDEOJET opr Message Message Select Source Edit E ternal Select Table Edit arcade Scan Select Table impo rt message from USB Export message to SSEB Figure 5 51 Edit Message Option 3 Select the message and press the Enter key The message editor screen appears 4 Press the Ctrl Left arrow key or Ctrl Right arrow key to highlight the required text 5 Press the keys A t E to open the Editor menu 6 Select Copy Text from the Editor menu TH isha Ic Ser r Field m Attributes te Text EN hoard Type e Message ve an ind m it T Mi TE im Font Videc Fi Font F2 Inserti F3z Modify Attributes F4 Message Parameters Shift Fl Save and Exit mn T T
25. Manage Messages 5 33 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual a Use the arrow keys to select the message that you require to delete b Press the Enter key to delete the message and return to the Menu screen 3 To delete all messages select the option Delete All Messages and press the Enter key Note All messages except the TEST MESSAGE are deleted Manage User Fields The User Fields contain the information entered by the user This information can be of any format as follows e Text e Counters Logos e Remote Note The clock code can be considered as text data When a user field is inserted into a message the content of the user field is copied into the message during the print time When the user field changes the message is updated automatically and printed The pre defined user fields in the software are described in Table 5 12 Field Name Description Mnemonic Code and Example Alpha Day The first three letters in the name of the day during nop which the message is printed 3 characters Example MON Alpha Hour The hour is represented with an alphabet For example for 1 00 AM the alphabet used in B For more information on the set up refer to To Set the Encoded Hour on page 5 54 Prints the system date 06 11 07 Date YYYY Same as Date but shows a 4 digit year 06 11 2007 Day Prints today s date FG Example 14 Day of Week The day of the week numerical You can select A which day of the week is
26. Press the F7 key to select the option Select Font Insert User Field Allows the user to combine a user field with a logo Press the F2 key to select the option Insert User Field Set Keyboard Type Displays the languages available for the keyboard To select a keyboard type highlight and press the Enter key The message is edited now using the selected keyboard type Save Saves the logo to the memory and the program remains in the Logo editor screen Save and Exit Saves the logo in the memory and returns to the previous screen Press Shift F1 to select the option of Save and Exit 5 70 Manage Logos Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Clear Logo Removes the logo that is edited at this time or created from the Logo Editor screen Abandon Leaves the logo edition activity without saving any changes and returns to the Message Editor Screen Rev AC Manage Logos 5 71 Maintenance Introduction The maintenance of the printer includes the procedures that an operator or a service technician can perform This chapter describes the maintenance tasks that the operators of the printer are allowed to perform The other maintenance tasks that only the trained service technicians and personnel must perform are described in the Service Manual A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY It is possible that in a fault condition the heater can reach 70 C Do not touch the plate on which the heater is installed The failure to f
27. Right arrow key to highlight the required text Rev AC Manage Text 5 61 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 2 Press the F3 key to open the Editor Attributes screen You can adjust the attributes of the selected text ditor Attributes Font tvpe Jar mal Invert Reverse Double Dot n Inverse videa Barcode DataMatrix Check sum Human Readable Mone Datamatrix Density 10 x 10 Figure 5 54 Editor Attributes Menu 3 Press the Up arrow key or the Down arrow key until the required attribute is selected shown by the cursor under the first letter of the attribute name 4 Press the Right arrow key to select the attribute and press the Left arrow key to cancel the attribute You can also use the space bar to select or cancel the attributes 5 When all the required attributes are set press the Enter key to save the settings and return to the Message Editor To Insert a Barcode Do the following tasks to insert a Barcode Note Refer to Barcode Specifications on page A 12 for more information on the type of barcodes that are allowed 1 Press the F1 key until the size of the font for the barcode you require is displayed Note When the height of barcode is less than 16 drops the printer does not allow the operator to print human readable elements of barcodes 2 Press the F3 key or ALT E and select In line Attributes to open the Editor Attributes screen see Figure 5 55 on page 5 63 3 Use the
28. Special rasters are available for specific applications for which the optimal distance will vary depending on the application These rasters should be used on applications with a print height of 10 only Rev AC Incorrect Print Position 7 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual t Distance Figure 7 2 Distance from Product 3 Make sure that the correct font is selected in the message Refer to To Edit a Message on page 5 25 Note Refer to Table A 6 on page A 8 for information on the print height 4 If the message width appears stretched decrease the width value set in the Message Parameters menu Refer to To Set the Message and Default Parameters on page 5 28 5 If the message width appears compressed increase the Width value set in the Message Parameters menu Print Not Complete 1 Make sure that the Max Printed Dots value set in the Message Parameters menu is equal to the maximum number of dots required for a raster stroke depends on the model Refer to To Set the Message and Default Parameters on page 5 28 Refer to Appendix A Specifications for more information on the different models of the printer 2 You must check for any ink deposits on the printhead and clean the printhead if necessary Refer to Clean the Printhead on page 6 7 7 4 Print Not Complete Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Poor Print Quality The example on the left shows good overall character formation
29. Too Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Short Inter print Gap Too Insufficient time to compile between Short prints Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Print Queue Too Too many products between PEC and Deep the printhead Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Print Overlap Print starts before end of current print Contact Videojet maintenance engineer No Time to Phase Contact Videojet maintenance engineer No time for TOF The printer is unable to get an actual velocity and thus cannot perform TOF velocity control Overspeed The Shaft encoder speed is very high to BELT 4 get the print width that you need If the print width is not acceptable report the H H xr fault to a maintenance engineer Table 7 5 Warning Icons Continued 7 12 Printer Status Icons Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual icon Name Remedial Action Maximum Print Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Rate Exceeded No Valid Ink Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Parameters Possible Ink Ink cartridge coefficients do not match Coefficient Update ink core module coefficients Contact Videojet maintenance engineer USB Connection Is External USB device requesting Over Current excessive current Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Suspected Head Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Heater Failure Creating Raster Software busy Raster being replaced Catalog Cannot print Contact Videojet maintenance engin
30. VIDEOJET Videoj et 1620 Video et 1620 UHS Operator Manual P N 462269 01 Revision AC February 2015 Copyright February 2015 Videojet Technologies Inc herein referred to as Videojet All rights reserved This document is the property of Videojet Technologies Inc and contains confidential and proprietary information owned by Videojet Any unauthorized copying use or disclosure of it without the prior written permission of Videojet is strictly prohibited Videojet Technologies Inc 1500 Mittel Boulevard Phone 1 800 843 3610 Offices USA Atlanta Chicago Wood Dale IL Fax 1 800 582 1343 Int l Canada France Germany Ireland Japan Spain 60191 1073 USA Int l Fax 630 616 3629 Singapore The Netherlands and The United Kingdom www videojet com Distributors Worldwide Compliance Information For Customers in the European Union This equipment displays the CE mark to indicate conformance to the following legislation EN 55022 Class A Emissions Standard for industrial environments EN 61000 6 4 Generic Emissions Standard for Heavy Industrial Environments EN61000 3 2 Harmonic Current Fluctuations EN61000 3 3 Voltage Fluctuation and Flicker EN 55024 Information Technology Equipment Immunity EN61000 6 2 characteristics limits and methods of measurements Immunity Characteristics for Industrial Environments Following the provisions of EU EMC Directive 2004 108 EC EC Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC
31. Wednesday and adds two weeks Manage User Fields 5 45 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Set a Counter The counters serializers are fields that change their value by a fixed amount When a specified event occurs the value changes by that fixed amount For example counters help to print different serial number on each product that passes the production line Do the following tasks to add counter as User field 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 under the section To Create a Custom User Field on page 5 39 2 Highlight the Description option with the help of the Down arrow key 3 Select the Counter option with the help of Left and Right arrow keys 4 Press the Enter key to open the counter dialog box for counters see Figure 5 33 Current salue End Value Step Size 1 Step Direction Increment Repeat Count 1 Leading Character U Inc Dec Print External Reset Mone Wrap around YES Figure 5 33 New Counter Dialog Box 5 Set the values for all the fields in the Counter Configuration dialog box see Figure 5 33 Note The Start Value Current Value and End Value fields must contain the same number of characters If a new counter counts from 1 to 500 make sure to enter 001 instead of I in the Start Value and Current Value fields The counters are in numerical alphabetical or alphanumeric format The system automatically selects the type of counter from the start current and end values configured Alphanumeric coun
32. a Message Counter llle 5 51 TOSE ONS porie arane TE TE N A ERSA 5 51 To Sethe TiM anera ana ts EE EREE AS 5 53 To Set ine Encoded Hour 5 cu ack ed Ra ERES E 5 54 To Set the Encoded Day of the Week 5 55 Manage Oxia 2225 ae Gis dub ari oid EE EEE Aaea 5 56 To Chanee Tont Case wins ci Ue vos Eco Date wae sa 5 56 LO Seb FONT RICO NG dm CETT 5 56 TO Select CONIC oe Lu ox sb eee eee E WERE Ead 5 58 Lo Copy and Paste Texts cured Ies te ER RE ers ee 5 59 ToModify Text Atti utes assi adeb diim d eea iem eR REE 5 60 To Insert Foreign Language Characters 2 64 Manage LOC OS ua bdo dob hice ais b sprint diete uiii 2 65 To Downloada Logo 245 Rr Eb pe bt e btts 5 65 To Create a Logo in Microsoft Paint Application 5 66 Chapter 6 Maintenance IPPOCUCHONs 22 tiie eins con case taee one siete eer iued 6 1 Maintenance Schedules oed Eo x oC er Bere at ee eee is 6 2 Preparation for Long term Shutdown Storage or Transportation 6 2 Parts tools Requirement i9 S E SERESU MERI seen eds 6 2 How to Prepare for Long term Shutdown Storage or Tra pOr ODE asia 229a ds O49 4 em acd dee du Resa Ada d odes 6 3 Replace Smart Cartridges 3135 eod etu A IER PA bue Ed t eeu 6 4 Inspect the Printhead i epos trop aa pte 6 7 Clean the PONNE sss 13a Een Res besondere das 6 7 Clean the Deflector Plate 0 0 cece eee eee 6 11 Clean the Lemter Cavinel 21sc2ud23n2d cacy ERE ERE RERUMS
33. allows remote access to the data sraduct Counter View Ruin Bours Seset Run Hours Mac Onto Remote Log Mff Remate Enter Service information Figure 4 14 Data Logging Menu How to View Version Information Version Information c Version 1 0 35614 cy Build 17 778M Sil Date 17 11 11 Print Enaine Tvpe Calypso SH PE Firmware version 1 5 14 CE Image Version 11144 CE Image Date 6 12 2011 15 00 CSB board issue SH 13 Utilisation U CSB InkCore Hiah Hiah Figure 4 15 Version Information The Version Information see Figure 4 15 gives the information on the following Version of the software The date that the software was created Type of printhead engine Version of the printhead engine firmware CE image version CE image date CSB board issue Utilisation level High High for 1620 High UHS High UHS for 1620 UHS 4 10 Data Logging Menu Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Product Counter The product counter shows the total number of products that the printer has detected All detected products are counted here including the products on which the printer has not printed a message How to Reset the Product Counter Do the following tasks to reset the product counter Note If you reset the product counter then you cannot undo the operation 1 Open the Data Logging menu press Alt D 2 Select the Product Counter option from the Data Logging menu with the arrow key 3
34. at a time and deletes any dots drawn Table 5 14 Key Combinations for Logo Creation 5 When your logo is complete press Shift FI key to save and close your logo 5 46 Manage User Fields Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Add Remote Sets the number of characters into the message ASCII string through either e RS232 e Ethernet e RS485 To Set up Expiry Date Note You can set three expiry dates in a single message in this UI To set up the expiry date do the following tasks 1 Press the Alt U keys The User Fields menu appears mint Passfford Sit User Field Mew User Field Belete User Field eset Counter Set Shifts Setup Dimer Setup Encoded Sour Setup Encoded Dav of Week Figure 5 35 User Fields Menu 2 Select New User Field and press the Enter key The New User Field dialog box appears 3 Enter a name for the User Field For example EXPIRY 1 Note Do not press the Enter key after you enter the name in the user field Use the Down arrow key to select one of the types of description 4 Use the Left arrow key and Right arrow key to select Text description and press Enter Jew User Field Mame EXFIR 1 Text Figure 5 36 New User Field Dialog Box 5 Enter the clock codes in the text field in the EXPIRY 1 dialog box For example enter FG DE BC for DD MM Y Y format or BCDEFG for YYMMDD format Manage User Fields 5 49 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Op
35. edo odis 3 8 Cee T e E re ones elec tad senes b epu itid deii isetet A 3 10 Pinout IBtormalofiss i514 EE EEESC MIR WR Ea rS 3 12 Main POWeEDOWIIGCD iei veto s shinee at ean dh heeds DE REA 3 12 Back iul P 3 13 Chapter 4 Printer Operation IctFoOCc BOLT 2340 etd et geo ient dee pdloddt rated Mare dep tol Au os 4 1 How to Turn on the Printer ues 4 1 How to Clean Start and Stop the Printer 4 2 Howto C leat Start cao Vero eR ES A PEERS CER ET 4 2 FIOWw to C Gat EOD ence etn EX REPRE EP EROS RUE 4 2 How to Set the Passwords 0 0 cece es 4 3 How to Login for the First Time s oie ae tte tiet 4 3 How to Set the Passwords for Levels 1 and 2 4 4 How to Set the Password Levels for Menus 4 5 How to Access Other Password Levels 0050 4 6 How to Clear the Password ccc eee eee 4 7 AUO Loco qe ET 4 7 VE MON gue ejoa EI a AEE DATE aA EEST S 4 8 Calibrate MeBU v etr ene e rates eee a ee a e wees 4 9 Data Loeme Metu sorante SE da equ T 4 10 How to View Version Information 000008 4 10 Product Coume tia aua cis kaane dps dk pd e d 4 11 How to Reset the Product Counter 0 0050 4 11 How to Hide the Product Counter 0 0 0040 4 11 IS Cin TAS ode uds eae Da oO aes ole eh ul Ade e 4 12 How to View Run Hours 00 000 ee eee 4 12 p Rev AC Videojet
36. in any other fashion may lead to serious personal injury The safety guidelines provided in this chapter are intended to educate the operators on all safety issues so that the printer is serviced and operated in a safe manner General Safety Guidelines Always refer to the correct service manuals as per the specific Videojet printer model for important details Only Videojet trained personnel must carry out installation and maintenance work Any such work undertaken by unauthorized personnel may damage the printer and will invalidate the warranty Toavoid damage to the printer components use only soft brushes and lint free cloths for cleaning Do not use high pressure air cotton waste or abrasive materials The printhead must be completely dry before attempting to start the printer otherwise the printhead may get damaged Do not fit or remove any connector on the printer when the power is turned on otherwise the printer may get damaged Rev AC Introduction 2 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Electrical Safety Guidelines This section explains the safety guidelines related to electrical power supply and electrical cables Electrical Power Supply A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Lethal voltages are present within this equipment when it is connected to the mains electrical supply Only trained and authorized personnel must carry out the maintenance work N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Observe all statuto
37. key For example the Alpha Month is shown in the Figure 5 18 Font Vvideojet 7 High Alpha Month gt Figure 5 16 User Field Alpha Month To Insert a Pre defined User Field Do the following tasks to insert a pre defined user field 1 Follow from Step 1 to Step 4 under the section To Create a Message on page 5 24 to open the Message Editor screen Note Make sure that the height of the font and position of the cursor are correct 2 Press the F2 key in the Message Editor window to open a list that shows all the current user fields that are defined see Table 5 12 on page 5 34 Select user field Alpha Hour Alpha Month Date Day Day of Week Encoded Day of Week Hour Wore Figure 5 19 Pre defined User Fields Note The user fields list contains a number of pre defined user fields with the fields created by the operators and other technicians 3 Highlight the name of the user field you require to insert with the Up and Down arrow keys 4 Press the Enter key to insert the user field into the message and exit the dialog box Rev AC Manage User Fields 5 37 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Edit a User Field You can change the content and format of any user field in the list To edit a user field do the following tasks 1 Press the keys Alt U to open the User Fields menu 2 Select Edit User Field The Select user field to edit dialog box appears Select user field ta edit Alpha Day Alph
38. level is high Make sure that the make up fluid is not empty or the ink core level is not high N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Do not perform the Clean Start or the Clean Stop many times The failure to follow this caution can cause high use of flush and dilution of the ink The diluted ink decreases the quality of the print How to Clean Start Press the F1 key to start the jet start sequence The printer turns on the ink and the ink jet starts Note To stop the ink jet press the F1 key How to Clean Stop Press the F1 key The printer stops the flow of ink 4 2 How to Clean Start and Stop the Printer Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Set the Passwords The passwords are set and configured from the Password menu in the UI The UI has the following access levels The level 0 is the default password level e The levels 1 and 2 are password protected The customer can configure the two levels The customer can use the two levels to access different menus in the UI To set the passwords for the two levels you must access the system at same access level or one level higher 5 Figure 4 1 Password Menu How to Login for the First Time Do the following tasks to login for the first time 1 Open the Menu screen The screen appears in level 0 with basic functions 2 Press Alt W Select the Enter Password see Figure 4 2 option and press the Enter key The Enter Password screen appears see Figure 4 3
39. message parameters b J Save the changes and exit the Message Editor Note Other functions are available under Editor Menu Alt E To Select the Source for a Message You can set and select the stored messages in the machine by an internal source or an external parallel message selection source 1 2 5 26 Manage Messages Press the A t M keys The Messages menu appears Select Message Select Source The Message Select Source dialog box appears ect Source Sele ASS elect Source Seal Seley Seley T on Ta Imm E m Imm 29k 1 0 Ga HER ect Format Binary en v Me t Invert Ta Figure 5 7 Message Select Source Dialog Box Use the arrow keys to select the required source Internal External or Barcode Scan Select the format for the message Binary or BCD for External source Use the arrow keys to nvert the message data for External source Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 6 Select the source Barcode scan queue or Last received barcode scan for Barcode Scan f Press the Enter key to set the source and return to the Message Editor screen 8 Select the Messages menu again 9 Select Edit External Select Table The External Message Select dialog box appears xternal M Logo Expiry z Bar Code NN 4 ILI Figure 5 8 External Message Select Dialog Box 10 Enter the names into the table locations for the parallel bit values from the external da
40. minute for shift The operator can set the hour and minute for five shifts You can set the character also for the shifts Do the following tasks to set up the shifts 1 2 3 Select User Fields from the menu bar and press the Enter key Select Set Shifts from the User Fields menu Press the Enter key to open the Set Shifts dialog box Figure 5 42 on page 5 52 Set the start time for each shift that you require to use start with shift 1 with the help of Up and Down arrow keys For example to set a start time of shift l as 7 15 A M set Start hour of shift one to seven and Start minute of shift one to 15 Manage User Fields 5 51 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 5 Select the start time fields of the consecutive shifts using the arrow keys and enter the necessary values see step 4 Note Hour values depend on the 24 hour clock For example the entry 15 is for 3 00 PM which is the start time of the shift Note The start time of the shift 2 must be after the start time of shift 1 When shift 3 is set the start time must be after the start times of shifts 1 and 2 Note Shifts must be consecutive you cannot set the timings for shift 1 and shift 3 and exclude Shift 2 Set Shifts Start minute of shift 1 Character for shift 1 Start hour af shift 2 a Start minute of shift 2 Character for shift 2 Start hour af shift 3 Start minute af shift 3 Character for shift 3 E DD C3 Ch T Figure 5 42
41. printhead and removes any additional deposits of ink WYSIWYG WYSIWYG is an acronym for What You See Is What You Get used in computing to describe a system in which content displayed during editing appears very similar to the final output in this case characters and images printed on the substrate Glossary 3
42. service manual for more information The Diagnostics screens are available from this menu at password Level 0 and above Diagnostics Screens Opens the Diagnostic screen and it allows the user to scroll through the One Two and Three diagnostic screens use shortcut keys Alt L and 1 2 or 3 to access the diagnostic screens This screen shows the current value of different parameters to help you find the faults These diagnostics screens are available default from this menu at password level 0 and above agnostics Screen One Target Pressure 0 000 3 908 Actual Pressure Head Temperature Velocity Set Point Actual Velocity Drop frequency 64 020 Modulation Voltage 0 000 10 Printing Phase O 0 Phasing Threshald Phase Protile agnostics Screen Two Ink Temperature 0 000 Cabinet Temperature 4 Pump rpm i Makeup Vacuum Li Heater Power Gutter Detect Status irn gutter Ink Core Level Empty EHT Voltage 95 EHT Trip oO Traffic light Amber agnostics Screen Three Ink Core Life Software Version Firmware Version Charge Table wersion Gutter Pump is present Press Esc key to return to the Menu screen Note Diagnostics screens can be accessed and scrolled through by pressing i key on the keypad Table 4 2 Calibration Menu Rev AC CalibrateMenu 4 9 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Data Logging Menu The Data Logging menu press Alt D see Figure 4 14 gives you access to the printer operation data and
43. solely designed for the cleaning of the printhead Do not use it for purging or printing operations or for any other purposes Always ensure that the jet is stopped and that any hazardous voltages are switched off prior to the commencement of the printhead wash down A N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Always empty the service trays frequently Some inks and cleaning solutions are flammable Make sure that the waste fluids are disposed according to HAZMAT Fuses N Warning PERSONAL INJURY To ensure continued protection against fire hazards replace fuses only with the specified type and rating Fluid Safety Guidelines This section describes the hazards that may occur while handling ink make up fluid and cleaning solutions and the safety precautions that a user must take to prevent the hazards Read the Material Safety Data Sheets Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS before using any ink make up fluid or cleaning solution An MSDS exists for each type of ink make up fluid and cleaning solution For more information visit www videojet com and navigate to Documentation gt Material Safety Data Sheets Rev AC Fluid Safety Guidelines 2 5 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Ink and Make up Fluid N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The ink and make up fluid are irritating to the eyes and respiratory system To prevent personal injury when handling these substances Always wear protective clothing
44. subsidiary office or the local Videojet distributor for further information Rev AC 5 Table of Contents Compliance Information For Customers in the European Union soda mir icti on eter ren irn oe 1 FOR Customers IN e E S Aw s or mor AED LE EFE LUIS SEES 1 For Customers in Canada o es unt cs cttam biet UE SAC E RUE EC T Rn 11 Pour la client le du Canada hs saa caos ocu tu oak OE EA eae ee ea i Customer Support and Training COMIACE IRIORIUOHIOTE 33 sedie Sounds etit o a atq ica Usu ad adn lU DOROICO OOM coded ate debant a Monti ds ed aoe dus sama oe iU CUSIOIME TIDINGS siprann eno d peti a TA BA U Chapter 1 Introduction Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Printer 0 0 2 ee eee eee 1 1 About the Matalin iu so dato be D e eae E ERE e SOR nt 1 1 Related Publie3tiofis su exteri pane wd p auster yeas 1 1 Lang Wate C Od essa d eter secura e ainda sh Ga re dbl de ace a acd 1 2 Content EresentallODs nest Dane rod 36 See wieso restante digne 1 3 Positionalb Rerererices eov C peden tein angel ded eR CER A edd 1 3 Units o VIeaSHtrepmietibe scs aes o a EE UC a CREE 1 3 patety INFO mA O C sicud eris sa ELEME TI Rs heu 1 4 occ T a E R ATESTER 1 4 User Interface Terminology 0 2 eee ee eee eee 1 5 Abbreviations and AcronymS 0 0 0 cee eee eens 1 6 Chapters inthe Manual ex ta apices sweet Seen ei eed alee 1 7 Chapter 2 Safety INMTOGUCHOM eae a eet ate CUL PEE 2 1 General Safety Guidelines io ssn
45. the Time Insert dialog box The new clock insert is added in the list of defined user fields Press the F2 key in the Message Editor screen You can insert this new field in the current message Prompted Fields Prompted fields define the content that can change each time the message is used The content can include a message of the day or other content that is related to a known run of the product but remains the same for that complete run To Define a Prompted Field When a message that contains a prompted field is loaded the operator is asked to provide the contents for the field Do the following tasks to add a prompted field in User fields 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 under the section To Create a Custom User Field on page 5 39 2 Highlight the Description option through Down arrow key 3 Select the Text option through Left and Right arrow keys 4 Press the Enter key to open the configuration dialog box for text user fields Figure 5 26 jet ted Field Il iden Attribute Promp Figure 5 26 Attribute Prompted Field 5 Enter a default value for the prompted field which is related to the field with the label Text This text is displayed in the prompted field until the operator deletes the text and enters new information 6 Highlight Attribute option using the Down arrow key 5 42 Manage User Fields Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual f Select the Prompted Field option with the help of Left and Righ
46. the manual print The message is printed again and again without an external trigger Opens the Continuous print dialog box You can toggle the Continuous mode between Off Distance Mode SE Mode and Time Mode SE mode delay and Time mode delay can be individually adjusted between 1 and 10000 pulses For more information refer How to Use Continuous Print Option on page 4 19 Distance Mode uses a user defined distance interval to set the gap between the start of each print SE mode uses external shaft encoder pulses to set the gap between the start of each print The Time Mode uses internally generated pulses to set the gap between the start of each print Line Configuration is a menu that holds all the shaft encoder calibration setting It also allows the user to set up message units in inches mm or strokes Rev AC Password Password Menu Command Enter Password T T mL EUM LI D Clear Password ud LIT Set Password for level 1 Set Password for level 2 Set Password Levels Auto Logout Table 5 7 Password Menu and Commands Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Function Opens the Enter Password dialog box with the current password level The user has to enter a password to change to a different password level The password is cleared for the current access level and access is returned to password level 0 Opens the New Password dialog box The user has to ent
47. the print matrix is shown in Table A 6 Table A 6 Print Height A 8 Environmental Specifications Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Font Specifications and Line Speeds The font specifications and the line speeds for 40 50 60 and 70 micron nozzle are shown in Table A 7 and Table A 8 Note The line speeds listed in the Table A 7 and Table A 8 are for 60 dpi only unless otherwise indicated Line Height Width Cal Speeds Mode d 70 Micron 60 Micron ft min m min ft min 4 265 Ea Co C1 Oro O NO O Co C1 ER NO N h N N N O NO O UE Table A 7 Line Speeds Rev AC Font Specifications and Line Speeds A 9 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Height Width UHS Cal Speeds 50 Micron m min 423 Table A 8 LIHS Line Speeds 50 Micron Note indicates High Speed for line mode Note indicates speed at 50 dpi A 10_ Font Specifications and Line Speeds Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Note The line speeds listed in the Table A 9 are for 90 dpi only unless otherwise indicated Height Width UHS Cal Speeds 40 Micron m min Table A 9 LIHS Line Speeds 40 Micron Note Rasters are speed dependent Note indicates speed at 75dpi Font Specifications and Line Speeds A 11 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Barcode Specifications The available barcode types are shown in Table A 10 Not
48. 1 Height 10 ogo Editor Figure 5 62 Logo on Menu Screen Note Make sure that the Height and Font values are not set at Zero Rev AC Manage Logos 5 67 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Use the Logo Editor Menu Press Alt E Editor menu in the Logo Editor screen to display the Logo Editor menu Set Logo Sise Set lo ck Set a Or e Block us ick E Block elect Font 18 i User Field Beyboard Type ve Logo Save and E it SHIFT F1 Far Lo Ia bandon a T D Bek Sor Bas ins Sa C A Figure 5 63 Logo Editor Menu This menu contains the following options To Set Logo Size You can change the size of the logo after you insert the logo Use the keys shown in the Table 5 19 to change the size of the logo Keys used Setting Adjust the width of the logo one dot lt or gt and at a time Adjust the height of the logo one dot OF v at a time Adjust the logo size ten dots ata D d 0 0 0 time Table 5 19 Setting Logo Size 5 68 Manage Logos Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Do the following tasks to crop a graphic 1 Press the Enter key and a frame appears that shows the current boundaries of the graphic see Figure 5 64 fiditor Mser Fields rint Pass Jor logo Font 16 High Width 84 Height 32 Logo Editor Figure 5 64 Crop Logo Adjust the size of the frame with a combination of controls until boundaries of the graphic are as required Refer t
49. 1620 UHS Operator Manual 4 Press the Enter key The Message Editor screen appears see Figure 5 5 on page 5 25 Select AIt E to enter the message editor which will allow you to set the height of the font insert user fields and setup the message attributes Enter the message contents using the keypad Messages Editor Aker Fields Hint Passmerd 8 TEST MESSAGE Entered Text is Videojet seen here Present Font Size Font videalet 16 High ideo jet Fi Font FM Black F2 Insert User Field F3 Modify Attributes F4 Message Parameters Shift F12 Save and Exit PG ne el Figure 5 5 Create New Message To Edit a Message Do the following tasks to edit the messages 1 Press the Alt M keys The Messages menu appears 2 From the Messages menu select Edit Message The Select Message To Edit menu appears Select Message To Edit AL YES TEST MESSAGE VIDEQIET Figure 5 6 Select Message to Edit Dialog Box Rev AC Manage Messages 5 25 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 3 Select the message that you require to edit The Message Editor screen appears The function keys are assigned as follows in the Message Editor screen f1 Select font height Note Videojet 1620 printer has 5 7 9 12 16 24 and 34 high fonts Note Videojet 1620 UHS printer has 5 7 9 12 and 16 high fonts Note The font heights available are independent of language f2 Insert a user field Change the attributes f4 Set the
50. 1f taken internally Do not drink Seek medical attention immediately if ingested Caution The caution statements indicate hazards or unsafe practices that can cause damage to the equipment For example A N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Do not fit or remove any connector on the printer when the power is turned on The failure to follow this caution can damage the printer Notes provide additional information about a particular topic For example Note You can set the password protection for some functions to prevent any access that is not authorised l 4 Content Presentation Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual User Interface Terminology The UI elements are shown in italics For example Press Alt M to select the Messages menu The word Messages is a UI element and is shown in italics see Figure 1 1 Messages IE Sia Se Start Jet Select Message Enter Password Edit Message a Z B Print counter DOODODCODOS 100 100 Ink Part Ma v50145 D TEST MESSAGE v ideoJjet 1620 10 06 11 17 15 Figure 1 1 Menu Screen The writing style used to indicate different keys on the control panel is shown in Table 1 2 on page 1 5 Style Used Table 1 2 Content Presentation Style for Keys Rev AC Content Presentation 1 5 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Style Used F1 key F2 key F3 key Table 1 2 Content Presentation Style for Keys Continued Abbreviations and Acronyms Ab
51. 2 4 9m Liceo erit a dte epus A 12 Glossary Rev AC 2 Introduction Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Printer This printer is a continuous ink jet printer that can print fixed and variable codes at elevated line speeds on consumer and industrial products The printer delivers superior uptime excellent print quality and ease of use to the users The 1620 HR printer is the UHS model with a 40 micron nozzle option Refer to the specific UHS 40 micron information in the manual for variations to the standard 1620 series About the Manual This Operator Manual is written for the every day user of the printer The Operator Manual helps the user to understand the different parts and different printing operations of the printer Related Publications The following manual is available for reference Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Service Manual Part Number 462273 Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Printer 1 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Language Codes When you order these manuals make sure to add the 2 digit language code at the end of the part number For example the Spanish version of the operator manual is part number 462269 04 Table 1 1 on page 1 2 shows the list of language codes that you can use to identify the translated versions of this manual Note The availability of the Operator Manual is indicated by an asterisk Availability of the Service Manual is indicated by a plus sign For more information contact the Videoj
52. 75 inches 345 mm 15 38 inches 338 mm 13 30 inches 280 mm 11 02 inches 32 5 mm 1 28 inches 7 08 inches 12 00 inches 0 98 inches 20 mm 0 79 inches Figure A 1 Printer Dimensions A 2 Dimensions Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 389 mm 15 31 inches 218 mm 6 566 mm 22 28 inches Both Doors Open 269 8 mm 10 62 inches 249 1 mm 9 80 inches 209 1 mm 8 23 inches 041 3 mm 1 62 inches 21 2 mm 0 83 inches Printhead Figure A 2 Printer Dimensions continued Rev AC Dimensions A 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual The dimensions of the printer are shown in Table A 3 Cabine 45 mm Diameter of the nozzle orifice 1620 60 70 Microns 1620 UHS 40 50 Microns Umbilical length 1620 1620 UHS 3 Meter Standard 6 Meter Optional Cabinet Standard IP65 Variations Table A 3 Printer Dimensions A 4 Dimensions Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Optional Accessories Mobile Printer Stand uu 7 8 2 Figure A 3 Mobile Printer Stand Dimensions Optional Accessories A 5 Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Static Printer Stand E 34 6 inches Figure A 4 Sta
53. B Print Setup Warnings Enable Gutter Fault Shutdown Enable Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Function This function is used to fill an empty ink core module by adding ink from the Ink cartridge Usually this function is used during commissioning or ink core module replacement Flushing of the ink core will take place Flush Ink core is performed if the printer is shipped into another location or going for some storage Follow the screen prompts This function is used to copy files from a USB stick that is plugged into the machine It can be used to update software firmware add new rasters and fonts iles on USB drive This function allows the warnings that appear on the screen as icons to be disabled and enabled Print setup warnings Opens the Machine Control dialog box You can toggle the Gutter fault between Enable and Disable Utter fault shutdowni sgt als Menu Description 5 15 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Configure Configure Menu Commands Function Clear Alarms and Mord system Samit dons B rnin Set Time Date Allows the Real Time Clock RTC in the printer to be set to the local time and date Opens the Set time date menu The parameters that can be set shotocall Levels are Day Month Year Day number Hour Shaft Bicoder Source Minutes Seconds Auto Print On iet Auto Print Sh Select Sefial Port Configuration Netffork Settings Met Sane Barcode Setup
54. Delete Message Opens the Select Message to Delete dialog box The selected message is deleted Note You cannot delete the Test Message and the message selected for printing shown in the WYSIWYG Copy Message Opens the Copy Message dialog box Enter message names in the From and To fields If a message exists and you try to copy the content into that message the following message appears on the display Already exists Overwrite it answer with Y or N Table 5 3 Messages Menu and Commands Rev AC Menu Description 5 7 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Messages Menu Commands Function Message Select Source Opens the Message Select Source dialog box with options nternal External or Barcode scan For External option you can select the format Binary or BCD and use the inverted function to invert high to low the data For Barcode Scan option you can select the source Barcode scan queue or Last received barcode scan Use the options to configure how the inputs are read uj Select Source ass Select cource aiast lect Format Binary lect Invert LI tL i n T co im IV I T m ug uo aT zi 2B Edit External Select Opens the External Message Select menu Table Enter the names of the messages to be available to the external source The external message names can be added edited and deleted Press the F2 key to select message names from a list of those availab
55. F2 Insert Fas Modify Attributes F4 Message Parameters Shift Fl Save and Exit Printhead aff Figure 5 14 Save and Exit Option 5 32 Manage Messages Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Exit without Saving the Message Do the following tasks to exit without saving a message 1 Follow from Step 1 to Step 4 under the section To Create a Message on page 5 24 to open the Message Editor screen Note When you use this option for a new message the content of the whole message is lost If you edit a current message only the changes are lost 2 Select the Abandon option from the Editor menu ct ct ic Wit t Wiser Field i Attributes 1 Tent te Text t Ro hoard Type Vlessage and d it m an CL d D Cl n D 1 T Font Videc p i sp ais A Fi Font F2 F3 Modify Attributes F4 Message Parameters Shift F1 Save and Exit Figure 5 15 Abandon Option To Delete a Message You create more memory space if you can delete some messages Do the following tasks to delete the messages 1 Press the Alt M keys The Messages menu appears 2 To delete a single message select the Delete Message The Select Message to Delete dialog box appears UEM TEST MESSAGE VIDEOJET Figure 5 16 Select Message to Delete Dialog Box A N Caution RISK OF DATA LOSS Make sure to select the correct name The system does not give any confirmation prompt for the message selection Rev AC
56. Figure 5 52 Copy Text Option Rev AC Manage Text 5 59 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Paste Text Do the following tasks to paste the text 1 Follow from Step 1 to Step 3 under the section To Copy Text on page 5 59 to access the Editor screen 2 Set the cursor at the point in the message where you require to paste the text 3 Press the keys A t E to open the Editor menu 4 Select the option Paste Text from the Editor menu Insert User Field Modify Attributes Wopy Text Baste Text Set Nevboard Type Font Vider lin ond er adve arc HIT MEET Message EISE Bandon F2 Insert p F3 Modify Attributes F4 Message Parameters Shift Fl Save and Exit Printhead aff Figure 5 53 Paste Text Option To Modify Text Attributes There are two methods to change the text attributes Modify Attributes The Modify Attributes option allows the operator to change the attributes of the selected content displayed in the editor screen refer to To Modify Attributes on page 5 61 The different attributes are recorded in Table 5 18 Options Functions Example Invert Turns the text upside down Reverse Turns the text back to front Font Type Sets the type of font custom narrow and normal and is available for 7 and 9 high fonts Table 5 18 Options to Modify Attributes 5 60 Manage Text Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Options Functions Example Double Dot Each raster of selected
57. Press the Enter key to open the product counter dialog box see Figure 4 16 raduct Counter Noll Tes Disp E v It Figure 4 16 Product Counter Dialog Box 4 Set the Reset Counter field to Yes with the Left and Right arrow keys 5 Press the Enter key to reset the product counter and exit the Product Counter dialog box How to Hide the Product Counter Do the following to hide the product counter 1 Set the Display it field to No with the Left and Right arrow keys 2 Press the Enter key to hide the product counter and exit the Product Counter dialog box Rev AC Product Counter 4 11 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Run Hours How to View Run Hours To see the number of hours that the ink core printer and ink pump have run 1 Select View Ink Core Smart Chip Data from Calibrate menu Figure 4 17 to view the ink core run hours The ink core run hours is reset only after ink core change Diagnostics Screen l Diagnostics Screen amp Diagnostics Screen 3 Ink Core Smartcnip Data Ink Reference V5014 2 Makeup Reference VFO1LA D wisc Caef 1 g wisc Coef 2 1152 SEC Screen View link Smart Chip Data View Makeup Smart Chip Data view Ink Core smart Chip Data BHT On Balibrate EHT Set EET Voltage Set Modulaticgl Hard Mare Self test 72151 Ink Core Serial No OO00004 FORE Fun Hours 65512 Hours Remaining EN LI Em Figure 4 17 View Ink Core Smart Chip Data To view the mach
58. Try again Press Enter to continue Figure 4 7 Change Password Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Set the Password Levels for Menus Do the following tasks to set the password levels for the menus available in the UI 1 Press Alt W and select Set Password Levels see Figure 4 8 to open the Change Password Levels screen see Figure 4 9 Word word lj sword for assword for sl Z e CI m I um Mita Lo gout Figure 4 8 Set Password Levels 2 Select the menu see Figure 4 9 that needs a change in the password level access and press the Enter key The Enter New Password Level screen appears see Figure 4 10 on page 4 6 Change Password Level BSsages Editor User Fields Print Password System Configure Calibrate Data Logging Message Editor Figure 4 9 Change Password Level How to Set the Passwords 4 5 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 3 Change the password levels for the different menus and press the Enter key to save the changes Note The Messages menu is shown here as an example nter Mew Password Levels Message Parameters Default Parameters Edit Message Message Select Source Edit External Select Table Edit Barcode Scan Select Table 1 1 1 1 1 1 Figure 4 10 Enter New Password Levels 4 Press the Esc key to go to the menu screen How to Access Other Password Levels Do the following tasks to access other pas
59. Up arrow and Down arrow keys to highlight the Barcode option 5 62 Manage Text Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 4 Use the Right arrow key or Left arrow key to select the required barcode Font type Invert Reverse Double Bot Triple Dot Inverse videa Barcode Check sum Human Readable Small OOCL OF Figure 5 55 Select the Type of Barcode 5 If you require to include a check sum for error correction in the barcode then use the Right arrow key or Left arrow key to select the box Note If you cannot highlight the check sum now the current setting is necessary for the type of barcode selected If you require a human readable version of the barcode to appear under the barcode press the Right arrow or Left arrow key to select the following options on the Human Readable attribute None Small Large Huge Note You can select human readable fonts sizes between 5 high and 7 high For the stitched barcodes a 9 high font is available 7 Press the Enter key to save the barcode and exit the Editor Attributes screen Manage Text 5 63 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 8 Enter the barcode data at the cursor A graphical representation of the barcode now appears in the Message Editor window For example you can see some useful information about the input allowed for the type of barcode EAN 8 selected Bar Code Mame Size EAN 8 24 High Bar Code Length 7 Valid Characters
60. a Hour BE Day of Week Encoded Day of week Hour Figure 5 20 Select User Field to Edit List 3 Select the field that you require to edit from the list For example select Alpha Month 4 Press the Enter key 5 Edit the code for Alpha Month see Figure 5 21 Refer to To Set Clock Information on page 5 41 and Table 5 13 on page 5 41 for more information Alpha Month Nore Attribute Clock Information Figure 5 21 Edit the Code Note When the Use Local Language option is checked printer uses the language set in configuration menu when unchecked printer uses English 5 38 Manage User Fields Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Delete a User Field To delete a user field do the following tasks 1 Press the keys Alt U to open the User Fields menu 2 Select Delete User Field The Delete User Field list appears 3 Select the field that you require to delete from the list A N Caution RISK OF DATA LOSS The Delete user field option does not ask for confirmation to delete a User Field To Create a Custom User Field Do the following tasks to create a user field 1 Press the Alt U keys The User Fields menu appears Sit User Field Rew User Field Belete User Field set Counter Set Shifts Setup Wirmer Setup Encoded Your Setup Encoded Day of Week Figure 5 22 User Fields Menu 2 Select New User Field and press the Enter key The New User Field dialog box appears Yew U
61. ais et BB kup System Settings PEE ate Seconds 33 Week Rollover Day SUNDAY Davliaht save Daylight spring month MARCH Daylight autumn month OCTOBER Davliaht spring Sunday FOURTH Daylight autumn Sunday FOURTH Daylight spring hour 1 Daylight autumn hour 1 Rollover hour a Rollover minutes i Allows to clear the alarms and warnings that appear on the Ul Set Tanquage Set editor foit group Set Language Allows the language used for the display to be set Opens the Select prompt language menu with the language options available available languages depend on the printer model Select Prompt Language Korean oe Norwegian Brasileira Polish Bulgarian Pore eek taht Chineses Portug LIESE ChineseT Romanian Czech Russian Danish Serbian Dutch Spanish Finnish Cwerieh French Swedish German Thai Greek Turkish Hungarian Italian Table 5 9 Configure Menu and Commands 5 16 Menu Description Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Configure Menu Commands Function Set Editor Font Used to set the editor font group that you require group Chinese Simplified Chinese Traditional Japanese e International Note The display language and keyboard language are independent For example an operator in China has to print Japanese characters the display language must be changed to Chinese S or Chinese T To do this you must set the keyboard type under the Editor Menu To Insert Foreign Language Characte
62. ake up fluid cartridge The user has to install the cartridges when the printer is commissioned or when the cartridges are empty The type of fluid ink or make up fluid is written on the cartridge labels 1 Ink Cartridge 2 Make up Fluid Cartridge Figure 6 1 Smart Cartridges To add or replace the cartridges do the following tasks 1 Open the door of the ink compartment and keep the door in the position shown in the Figure 6 1 2 If the ink and make up fluid cartridge indicators show empty status 3 Ifthe ink or make up fluid cartridge is not loaded icon appears x go to step 5 6 4 Replace Smart Cartridges Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual N Warning PERSONAL INJURY AII fluids like the ink solvent and make up fluid are volatile and flammable They must be stored and handled according to the local regulations Work only in areas with good ventilation The cleaning solution is poisonous if taken internally Do not drink Seek medical attention immediately if ingested 4 Pullthe old ink cartridge item 1 Figure 6 2 and the old make up fluid cartridge item 2 out of the printer cabinet Note Shake the ink cartridge before inserting it into the printer 1 Ink Cartridge 2 Make up Fluid Cartridge Figure 6 2 Pull out the Cartridges 9 Insert the new ink cartridge into the ink cartridge holder by aligning the cartridge key wi
63. all the contents of the message that is edited 1 Follow from Step 1 to Step 3 under the section To Edit a Message on page 5 25 to open the Message Editor screen 2 Press the keys A t E to open the Editor menu 3 Select Clear Message from the Editor menu The message is removed asert User Field Modify Attributes Baste Text Set Beyboard Type Save Message Save and Bxit Clea Message andon Figure 5 12 Clear Message Manage Messages 5 31 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Save a Message Do the following tasks to save a message 1 Follow from Step 1 to Step 3 under the section To Edit a Message on page 5 25 to open the Message Editor screen 2 Press the keys A t E to open the Editor menu 3 Select the option Save Message to save the message and also continue to edit the message Messages Sditor zel ect gant sert User Field T idify Attributes Wopv Text Baste Text Set Revboard Type M cus Message Font Vic ri i e and amp it cal Message andon Black Caps F3 Modify Attributes F4 Message Parameters shift Fi Save and Exit Figure 5 13 Save Message To Save a Message and Exit Use either of the two methods to save the message and exit from the Message Editor screen e Select Save and Exit from the Editor menu see Figure 5 14 Press the keys Shift F1 asert User Field odity Attributes Set Reyboard Type Font Videc Save Message F Cleag Message Fi Font gee
64. and rubber gloves Always wear goggles with side shields or a face mask It is also advisable to wear safety glasses when carrying out maintenance Apply barrier hand cream before handling ink If ink or make up fluid contaminates the skin wash immediately with soap water DO NOT use washdown or solvent to clean ink stains from the skin A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The ink and make up fluid are volatile and highly flammable They must be stored and handled in accordance with local regulations Do not smoke or use a naked flame in the vicinity of these substances Immediately after use remove any tissue or cloth that becomes saturated with these substances Dispose all such items in accordance with the local regulations In the event that any ink or make up fluid container is not completely empty after use it should be resealed Only full bottles are recommended for use when replenishing ink or make up fluid partially filled bottles must be disposed in accordance with the local regulations N Warning 2 6 Fluid Safety Guidelines PERSONAL INJURY When setting up the nozzle direct the ink stream into a beaker or suitable container To avoid the contamination of the ink do not re use any ink collected in this way Dispose all waste ink in accordance with the local regulations Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Prolonged breathing of make up fluid or cleaning flui
65. aning solutions containing either chloride including hypochlorite bleaches or hydrochloric acid can cause unacceptable surface pitting and staining These should not be used in contact with stainless steels If wire brushes or wire scouring pads are used these should be made of stainless steel Make sure that any abrasive media used is free from sources of contamination especially iron and chlorides Compressed Air Safety Guidelines A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Airborne particles and substances are a health hazard Do not use high pressure compressed air for cleaning purposes 2 6 Compressed Air Safety Guidelines Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual UI Related Safety Guidelines A N Caution DATA SECURITY To prevent unauthorized access to the software ensure that Clear Password is executed when exiting from a higher level password N Caution RISK OF DATA LOSS Ensure the correct message name is selected for message deletion as no message selection confirmation prompt is given All messages apart from the TEST MESSAGE will be deleted when you select the Delete All Messages option A N Caution RISK OF DATA LOSS The Delete User Field option does not ask for confirmation to delete a User Field Rev AC UI Related Safety Guidelines 2 9 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Other Important Guidelines N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE After a Quick Stop the machine should not be left in this state for any l
66. ate The drops are affected by air currents and are spaced too far apart vertically E pe t ee MT QUALT iy wT WAJA LT The Printhead slot not vertical to the substrate travel Decrease the distance from the substrate or select a more correct font The face of the of the printhead must be at 90 degrees angle to the surface of the substrate and the slot must be vertical to the substrate movement Refer to the figure below S Table 7 2 Samples of Bad Printing Continued 7 6 Poor Print Quality Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Printer Status Icons The printer status icons are divided into three groups The indicator icons The indicator icons show the status of the ink jet The fault alarm icons When a fault condition occurs the prints stops printing The warning icons When a warning condition occurs the printer continues to print until the warning condition becomes a fault condition Indicator Icons Icon Name Description f Jet Running The ink jet is running and the machine is L ready to print When the machine starts the icon flashes Jet Stopped Indicates that the ink jet is stopped Table 7 3 Indicator Icons Fault Alarm Icons Remedial Action EHT Trip The deflector plate arcing is sensed Clean the deflector electrodes within the printhead If this action does not correct the fault contact Videojet maintenance engineer Gutter Fault Ink is no
67. breviation Expansion AC Meme Cure 0 us aon ssecd LN User Interface WYSIWYG What You See Is What You Get Table 1 3 Abbreviations and Acronyms 1 6 Abbreviations and Acronyms Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Chapters in the Manual Chapter No Chapter Name Description Introduction Contains the information about this manual the related publications and writing styles used in this manual Safety Contains the safety and hazard information Main Parts Describes the main parts of the printer Printer Operation Contains the information on how to set up and operate the printer User Interface Explains how to use the UI to create and save messages Maintenance Contains the information on how to maintain and clean the printer Troubleshooting Contains the operator level diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures Appendix A Contains printer specifications Specifications Glossary Explains the printer related technical terms Table 1 4 List of Chapters Rev AC Chapters in the Manual 1 7 Safety Introduction The policy of Videojet Technologies Inc is to manufacture non contact printing coding systems and ink supplies that meet high standards of performance and reliability We enforce strict quality control techniques to eliminate potential defects and hazards in our products The intended use of the printer is to print information directly onto a product Use of this equipment
68. cartridge is empty If an empty ink cartridge is replaced with a full cartridge while the jet is running the printer will automatically top up the core Fi Cabinet Hot Electronics compartment is above 70 degrees Celsius Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Ink Core Insertions The ink core module has been Exceeded disconnected reconnected more than ten times Insert a new ink core module Pump RPM Near Pump RPM setpoint greater than 9896 to Max achieve set pressure Contact Videojet maintenance engineer No Ink Core No data from ink core module smartchip ink core module not plugged in Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Ink Core Service Ink core module nearing end of service Soon 0 5 left life 0 5 left Refer Table 7 6 on page 7 14 Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Table 7 5 Warning Icons Continued Rev AC Printer Status Icons 7 11 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Remedial Action Ink core module nearing end of service life 2 left Refer Table 7 6 on page 7 14 Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Ink Core Service Soon 2 left Ink Core Service Ink core module nearing end of service Soon 5 left life 5 left Refer Table 7 6 on page 7 14 Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Ink core service Ink core module nearing end of service soon 10 left life 10 left Refer Table 7 6 on page 7 14 Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Product Delay
69. d vapor may cause drowsiness and or effects similar to alcoholic intoxication Use only in open well ventilated areas Cleaning Solution N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The cleaning solution is poisonous if taken internally Do not drink Seek medical attention immediately if ingested A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The cleaning solution is irritating to the eyes and respiratory system To prevent personal injury when handling this substance Always wear protective rubber gloves and clothing Always wear goggles with side shields or a face mask It is also advisable to wear safety glasses when carrying out maintenance Apply barrier hand cream before handling ink If cleaning solution contaminates the skin rinse off with running water for at least 15 minutes N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The cleaning solution is volatile and highly flammable It must be stored and handled in accordance with local regulations Do not smoke or use a naked flame in the vicinity of the cleaning solution Immediately after use remove any tissue or cloths that become saturated with cleaning solution Dispose all such items in accordance with local regulations Fluid Safety Guidelines 2 7 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Ensure that the cleaning solution is compatible with the ink used before carrying out printhead cleaning otherwise the printhead may get damaged N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Any cle
70. draws the air from the outside atmosphere to keep the ink compartment cool The back filter removes the dust from the air that goes inside the ink compartment IP65 back filter is standard for Videojet 1620 1620 UHS printer Back Filter Figure 3 10 Back Filter IP65 Version Rev AC Back Filter 3 13 Printer Operation Introduction This chapter provides the procedures to do the following tasks Turn on the printer Clean start and stop the printer e Set the passwords e System menu Calibrate menu e Data logging menu Product counter e Run hours Configure serial port Configure ethernet port High speed remote data transfer Enter service information Create a message Printer configuration Print the messages Create custom fonts Turn off the printer How to Turn on the Printer Do the following tasks to turn on the printer 1 Do the visual inspection 2 Make sure that the electrical supply for the printer is available 3 Press the main power switch to turn on the printer Rev AC Introduction 4 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Clean Start and Stop the Printer The default procedures to start and stop the printer are the Clean Start and the Clean Stop Note If the Clean Start or the Clean Stop are not available the printer requires a Quick Start or Quick Stop The printer cannot provide the Clean Start and the Clean Stop options if the make up fluid is empty or if the ink core
71. e Barcode specification and Data Matrix are listed in the Table A 10 and Table A 11 Barcodes run at single line speed based on height selected at 60 dpi and 90 dpi Barcode Type Code 128 A B and C 2D Data Matrix rectangular GS1 QR Code Table A 10 Barcodes Matrix Note indicates UHS only Data Matrix Table A 11 Data Matrix Code Sizes A 12 Barcode Specifications Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Data Matrix Table A 11 Data Matrix Code Sizes Continued Note The 60 Micron Nozzle is recommended to print datamatrix codes at 16 high or taller Rev AC Barcode Specifications A 13 Glossary Rev AC Character Set The character sets are a combination of number of different language alphabets and special text characters that are programmed in the printer Charge The electrical charge that is applied to the small drops of ink The amount of charge applied depends on the destination of the drop on the substrate CIJ In the CIJ technology a continuous stream of ink breaks into small ink drops and these ink drops are deflected to form the characters and images on the substrate Clean Start Clean start is a printer start sequence which removes the splashing of ink and spray during the startup This startup sequence is used if Clean Stop was used earlier to stop the printing Clean Stop Clean Stop feature provides the required time to remove the ink from the manifold and nozzle before
72. e Enter key Press the F1 key to select the custom font Note Set the font height to match the custom font height Enter the message in the message editor Press Shift F1 to save and exit Note Select message to print if the message is not loaded How to Install and Print Custom Fonts 4 25 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Turn off th 4 26 Turn off the Printer e Printer A N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Turn off the printer after the jet shutdown cycle is complete The failure to follow this caution can cause additional maintenance N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Do not start and stop the printer many times When you stop the printer the printer uses the make up fluid to flush the system If you start and stop the printer many times the printer uses large amount of make up fluid The increased use of make up fluid can cause a Ink Core Level High error and low ink viscosity To prevent this problem quick start and stop must be used Press the main power switch to turn off the printer Note It is recommended to start the printer once in every three months If the printer is shutdown for more than three months it is recommended to follow the extended shutdown routine Refer to How to Prepare for Long term Shutdown Storage or Transportation on page 6 3 for the procedure Rev AC User Interface Introduction This chapter describes how you can use the user interface UI to do the following tasks
73. e of your company Address Complete postal address of the printer location Serial Number Enter the serial number of the printer Service Centre The full telephone number of your local Videojet Voice service centre 4 Press the Enter key after you enter the required information 4 16 How to Enter Service Information Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Create a Message Refer to To Create a Message on page 5 24 for more information Printer Configuration The printer is configured through the Print menu see Figure 4 24 Press Alt P to open the Print menu Passiicord anual Print Bontinuous Print Tne Configuration Figure 4 24 Print Menu Print Enable Select the Print Enable option from the Print menu The Print Control menu see Figure 4 25 appears Or press ALT F1 to start the printing Yint Control Disablell Double buffering OFF Shaft Encoder Source Internal Photocell Source External 1 Print Acknowledge OFF Print ACK ASCII code 0 Throw distance mim 1 Remote Source Action Repeat Last Value Print Complete Width fms O Figure 4 25 Print Control Menu Table 4 4 describes the options in the Print Control menu Rev AC How to Create a Message 4 17 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Enable or Disable the printing Double Buffering The double buffering setting is ON by default Enable double buffering to print without product delay Disable double bufferi
74. eer Bad Nozzle Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Please Replace Or Repair Tank Not Filling Ink core module still LOW after 5 attempts to add ink to increase level Contact Videojet maintenance engineer DAC Overflow hardware fault Contact Videojet maintenance engineer DAC Comms Error hardware fault Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Yellow Beacon Message prompts user to refit cartridge Indicator Table 7 5 Warning Icons Continued Rev AC Printer Status Icons 7 13 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Ink Core Life Videojet 1620 1620 UHS 14000 Hours Table 7 6 Ink Core Life Fault Messages Fault messages are displayed at the bottom left of the screen to supplement the printer fault icons The messages are arranged so that if more than one fault is found only the most serious fault message is displayed 7 14 Printer Status Icons Rev AC Specifications Electrical Specifications The electrical specifications of the printer are shown in Table A 1 Voltage 100 V AC to 240 V AC Frequency 50 Hz to 60 Hz Power Consumption 120 watts Maximum Table A 1 Electrical Specifications Weight The dry weight specification of the printer is shown in Table A 2 Dry weight 21 kg Table A 2 Weight Specifications Rev AC Electrical Specifications A 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Dimensions 384 mm 15 12 inches OO Q 21 77 inches 0
75. elow the items that are displayed now Press the Up arrow key or Down arrow key to scroll through the items ime Date Set Eu Set editor fog group Photocell Source shotacell Levels Shaft Shcoder Source Auto Print Gn fet Auto Print Mh Select Sefial Port Configuration Netfork Settings Barcode Setup BBEkup System Settings More Tag Figure 5 2 The More Tag 5 2 Introduction More Tag b onfigure ore mark Settings sarcode Setup BEckup System Settings Restore System Settings Full System BacRup Bull System Restore System Bbdate Set Hira date ie lect Alternative Bern Special Printing Mode Remoge Raster Protocol Conf uration Barcome Scan Setup Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Shortcut Keys To access the different menus in the main menu hold the Alt key and press the highlighted character The menu and the shortcut key are shown in Table 5 1 Menu Shortcut Key Messages User Fields Password Configure Calibrate Data Logging Change Font Height Select User Field Modify Attributes Message Parameters Start Printing or Stop ALT F1 Print if the printer is in the print mode New Message ALT F2 Message Parameters ALT F3 Table 5 1 Shortcut Keys Rev AC Introduction 5 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Menu Shortcut Key Edit User Field ALT F4 Quick Start or Quick CTRL F1 Stop if the jet is in operation Nozzle Flush CTRL F2 Copy From USB CTRL
76. ength of time as drying ink may make restarting difficult N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The printhead must be completely dry before attempting to start the printer otherwise the EHT will trip N Warning PERSONAL INJURY If the battery is replaced by an incorrect type it will lead to an explosion Always dispose off the used batteries according to the instructions and local regulations A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY In a fault condition heater can reach 70 C Do not touch the plate on which the heater is mounted The failure to follow this warning can cause personal injury 2 10 Other Important Guidelines Rev AC Main Parts Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Printer 1 Control Panel 5 Connector Panel 2 Ink Compartment 6 Electronics Compartment 3 Printhead 7 Main Power Switch 4 Umbilical 8 Back Filter The components are not shown in the picture Figure 3 1 Main Parts of the Printer Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Printer 3 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Control Panel You can use the control panel Figure 3 2 to do the following tasks e Start and stop the printer Create edit copy and delete the print messages e Select a message to print Monitor the status of the printer Configure and control the printer functions Note You can set the password protection for some functions to prevent any access that is not authorised n Jl CD CED L2
77. ens Diagnostics ecreen A THE Oana TIES Diagnostics Screen amp Diagnostics Screen B Valves Screen Shows the status of the valves alves Screen Ec orc reer Y lew dee Smart Chip Data View Walkeup Smart Chip Data View a Core Smart Chip Data BHT On t sp b m Flush pump Vacuum Set Modulation Flush pump Pressure Hardigare Self test Ink Add Makeup Add Gutter Jet purnp 1 Jet purnp 2 LI LI LI _ L PEC Screen Shows the status of the photoelectric cell Photocell 1 n Phatacell 2 L Table 5 10 Calibrate Menu and Commands Rev AC Menu Description 5 21 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Commands Function Calibrate View Ink Smart Chip Data used Ink Smartchip Data Ink Reference Makeup Reference Wisc Caef 1 Wisc Coef 2 Serial Number Production Batch Code Fluid Expiry Date Allows the user to view information about the Ink YoO14 D VFOL4S D 1152 72151 SO36 344653 00 046 21 10 2008 View Make up Smart Chip Data View Ink Core Smart Chip Data Calibrate EHT Table 5 10 Calibrate Menu and Commands Continued 5 22 Menu Description Fluid Level 0 Cartridge Refit Count 255 Allows the user to view information about the Make up used Wake up Smartchip Data Make up Reference Serial Number 413836433734 Production Batch Code O O O C0 Fluid Expiry Date 21 10 2008 Fluid Level LLE cu Cartridae Refit Count l Yr ls O Allows the us
78. enu where the duration of each shift can be defined Setup Timer Opens the Timer Setup dialog box where you can define the format for the timer For example you can set the following values for the timer e 2 or 4 digit timer e Time interval Characters printed alphabetical numeric or alpha numeric Setup Encoded Hour Opens the A pha Hour dialog box where you can define how each hour is displayed numeric or alphabetical oetup Encoded Day Opens the Day of the Week where you can define the offset unit value and of the Week set the values numeric or alphabetical for every day of the week Table 5 5 User fields Menu and Commands Rev AC Menu Description 5 11 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Print Note All Print Menu commands are available from level 2 and above Print Menu Commands Print Enable Passigord 5 nable Manual Print anual Print Wontinuaus Print Mine Configuration Continuous Print Line Configuration Table 5 6 Print Menu and Commands 5 12 Menu Description Function Opens the Print Control menu The Print option can be toggled between Enable and Disable Printing is triggered by an external device in normal conditions for example photocell or internal timer Use manual print to print one copy of the selected message when the print command is given You can use this feature to check the printer operation while not connected You must remove the photocell cover to use
79. er a new password for level 1 Opens the New Password dialog box The user has to enter a new password for level 2 Opens the Change Password level menu This has options for the Menu Screen and each of the menus When an option is selected a further dialog box appears with options to change the password level for each option available in the menu The password levels can be set in the range 0 to 2 by the user where level 0 does not have password protection Functions with Level 3 access cannot have their password levels changed If the user does not use the UI for several minutes no keyboard input the printer logs out the user and provides access level O This feature protects the printer from the unauthorized access Menu Description 5 13 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual System System Menu Command Function Alarms Screen Refer to System Menu on page 4 8 Passfford Won cu reen ir Screen Chan Start Jet Buick Start Jet ean Stop Jet J Wicd Stop Jet Ex un Mokle Flush Clean Start The ink jet is started and Starting the jet is System lush Purge Jet displayed A flush and bleed sequence is pte a performed to eliminate ink splashing and spray Fill Ink Core before ink is fed to the nozzle Flush Ink Cole Warnings Screen States Screen Quick Start The ink jet is started and the message Starting Jet the jet is displayed Use Quick Start if the machine has been
80. er to view information about the Ink Core Ink Core Srmartchip Data Ink Reference V5014 D Makeup Reference VF014 0 Wisc Caef 1 x Wisc Caef 2 1152 72151 434430463734 65512 D Ink Core Serial Nn Run Hours Allows the user to enable or disable the EHT Allows the user to calibrate EHT User should follow on screen commands to calibrate EHT EHT calibration is done during installation and should only be carried out when directed HT Calibration Rev AC Calibrate Commands Set EHT Voltage Set Modulation Hardware Self test Print Head Elevation Input Line Polarity Control Table 5 10 Calibrate Menu and Commands Continued Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Function Allows the user to set EHT voltage This parameter is setup during installation and need not be adjusted igh Voltage High Voltage Value 2 4322 High Voltage Value 3 4 44 High Voltage Value 4 4960 High Voltage value 5 2188 High voltage Value 6 S411 High Value 2533 Hiah Value 8 3655 High High J Cn mn 63 nd m3 BU ui Allows the user to set modulation This parameter is setup during installation and need not be adjusted Wodulation Set Modulation BON Allows the user to perform hardware self test ardware Self Tests ardware Test Log Found CSB type D revision Incompatible CSB type revision aborting test Allows the user to set the printhead elevation at the c
81. erator Manual 6 Use the Left arrow key and Right arrow key to select the Attribute Select Clock Information as the attribute and press the Enter key XFIRY 1 Text FAG DE Be ttribute ET BIET E DAR Figure 5 37 Clock Information Select the Offset Unit Day Week Month Year in the Time Offset dialog box Enter the Offset Value to 2 Clock parameters Offset Unit vearll Offset Value ul Use Locale Language Yes Figure 5 38 Time Offset Press the Enter key to save and exit Press F2 and select the EXPIRY user field and press Enter You can see that the expiry date is in the format set above and the year has offset by 2 years YfU9 1A Figure 5 39 Expiry Date 5 50 Manage User Fields Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Reset a Message Counter Do the following tasks to reset a message counter to its start value 1 Press Alt U to open the User Fields menu 2 Select the Reset Counter option see Figure 5 40 int Pass gt User Field ew User Field Belete User Field Beset Counter Set Shifts Setup timer Setup Encoded Your Setup Encoded Day of Meek Figure 5 40 Select Reset Counter The Select Counter to Reset menu appears t Counter to Reset o Counter PRODUCT HUMBER Figure 5 41 Select Counter to Reset 3 Select the counter that you want to reset and press the Enter key To Set Shifts Use the Set Shift option to set the hour and
82. essage Set the necessary message size This menu allows the user to a Verify the format of the existing messages b Pre set the message size to avoid editing the image later c Select the colour format of the image as Black and White See Figure 5 59 Attributes ki x File last saved Not Available Size on disk Mot Available Resolution Bl amp 81 dots per inch Cancel Width 72 Height 68 Default Units C Inches C Cm Pivels Colors Black and white f Colors Figure 5 59 Image Attributes 6 Create the required logo on the page see Figure 5 60 Figure 5 60 Logo Created on Microsoft Paint Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Note If the logo size is bigger than required navigate to Image gt Stretch Skew Enter the appropriate values to stretch skew the images in vertical and horizontal directions Figure 5 61 Ensure to enter equal values in horizontal and vertical columns Stretch and Skew Stretch Horizontal a Cancel li Vertical 1 o0 x Harizantal 0 Degrees Vertical 0 Degrees Figure 5 61 Image stretch and skew 7 Save the created logo as monochrome bitmap file in the USB 8 Insert the USB drive into the USB port on the printer 9 Press Ctrl F4 on the menu screen of the UI and the Files on USB drive appear iles on USB drive 10 Press the Enter Key and the logo appears on the menu screen see Figure 5 62 Jew bmp 16 High Width 3
83. et distributor or subsidiary Code Taye VF To l Availability see note English US Chinese Simplified English UK Table 1 1 List of Language Codes 1 2 Related Publications Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Code Taye VF e l Availability see note s qem To m 0 0 m ems 7 woman 0 Chinese Traditional EAE So mme 0 7 Table 1 1 List of Language Codes Continued Content Presentation Rev AC This Operator Manual contains different types of information like safety guidelines additional notes user interface UI terminology and so on To help you identify the different types of information different writing styles are used in this manual This section describes these writing styles Positional References Positions and directions like left right front rear to the right and to the left are with respect to the printer when you see from the front Units of Measurement This manual uses metric units of measurement The equivalent English measures are included in parenthesis For example 240 mm 9 44 inches Content Presentation 1 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Safety Information Notes The safety information includes warning and caution statements Warning The warning statements indicate hazards or unsafe practices that can cause severe personal injury or death For example A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The cleaning solution is poisonous
84. evel amp 2 zw rd e liane ER Imm m imn Lodi m Figure 4 13 Auto Logout Option Rev AC How to Set the Passwords 4 7 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual System Menu The user can perform the start and stop sequences through System menu press Alt S see Table 4 1 Alarms Screen Current Alarms EHT calibration required Ink core service overdue Mew Ink Core has a different ink reference Warnings Screen Current Warnings Charge DAC not zeroed Head teme too los Ink cartridge expir ed Ink insertions exceeded Makeup cartridge expired Por BUE in sertions exceeded rated calibrat Current nn Contig tiles Table 4 1 System Menu 4 8 System Menu When the alarm messages appear on the screen the printer stops the printing The shortcut key ALT S and A allows the user to access the alarms screen Note Diagnostics screens can be accessed and scrolled through by pressing i key on the keypad The printer continues the printing after the warning messages appear on the screen The shortcut key ALT S and W allows the user to access the warnings Screen Note Diagnostics screens can be accessed and scrolled through by pressing i key on the keypad It displays the current states of the printer Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Calibrate Menu The Calibrate menu press Alt L see Table 4 2 includes the controls to setup and calibrate the printer Refer to the
85. gh 7 high 9 high 2x5 dedicated 12 high 2x7 dedicated 16 high 2x9 dedicated 20 high 24 high 3x9 dedicated 25 high 26 high 3x9 dedicated 34 high For 1620 UHS 5 high 7 high 2x5 dedicated 2x7 dedicated 16 high 2x9 dedicated 3x5 dedicated 3x7 dedicated 12 high 40 micron 24 high 40 micron Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Description Lists the file name of the selected raster Table 5 11 Default Message Parameters Continued Rev AC To Set Default Parameters The default values for the parameters are set during the installation but you can change the values any time Do the following tasks to set the default parameters 1 Press the A t M keys The Messages menu appears 2 Select the Default Parameters Figure 5 10 to edit the values Note The default parameters are applied only to the new messages The existing messages do not change 3 Select the parameter that you require to edit and enter the required value Manage Messages 5 29 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 4 When all parameter values are set press the Enter key to return to the Message Editor screen Linear Units Mode Divide Stroke Mode lefault Paramete lefault Parameters 4l idth divider factor Mi Character Heiaht i Character Heiaht 6 Character Gap Character P Product Delay inches 1 000 Product Delay strokes 60 Reverse OFF Reverse OFF Invert OFF Invert OFF 16 high 15 hiah Raster S
86. gure 4 20 Configure Menu Rev AC How to Configure the Serial Port 4 13 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 2 Select Serial Port Configuration option and press the Enter key The Configure Serial Ports dialog box appears see Figure 4 21 Configure Serial Ports AS33527 Baud Rate BENIN 2232 Stop Bits woe Parity Hone RoS232 Flow control Hardware RS5485 Baud Rate 9600 RS485 Data Bits i RS485 Stop Bits E2485 Parity Mone Figure 4 21 Configure Serial Ports Dialog Box 3 You can configure the following settings Baud Rate Sets the baud rate for transmission to remote devices Data Bits Sets the number of bits used in a data word Stop bits Sets the number of stop bits used in a data word Parity Select Odd parity Even parity or No parity for error detection within data transmission 4 Press the Enter key when you complete the port configuration How to Configure Ethernet Port Refer to WSI ESI Communications Protocol addendum for more information 4 14 How to Configure Ethernet Port Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual High Speed Remote Data Transfer You can use the printer in applications that require high speed data transfer For example gaming applications The printer has a data buffer to store a stack of information before you transfer data WSI full protocol or ESI protocol without any loss Parameter Value 44 messages per second WSI full protocol or ESI protocol Inser
87. he counter is increased or decreased when the selected counter reaches its End Value External Reset Use this feature to send an external signal through external PCB4 I O 25 way to reset the counter Wrap around Set the value to Yes to start from the starting value after the maximum count is reached Set the value to No to stop the printing after the maximum count is reached and turns on the alert light f Press the Enter key to save and close the new counter field Rev AC Manage User Fields 5 47 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Add Logo Refer to To Modify Text Attributes on page 5 60 and Manage Logos on page 5 65 for more information 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 under the section To Create a Custom User Field on page 5 39 2 If you select the Logo as the description the Logo Editor screen appears 3 Press Spacebar on the keypad to turn on EB or turn off E the cursor Font 16 High Width 100 Height 34 ogo Editar Figure 5 34 Edit Logo Screen 4 Create the logo by drawing lines with the help of the key combinations shown in Table 5 14 on page 5 48 Key Combination Cursor Movement Moves the cursor one or or or dot at a time and not draw a line Moves the cursor ten F N lt SE gt or 4 t dots at a time and not draw any line em i Moves the cursor one or or a or dot at a time and draws a line Fr Moves the cursor one lt or B 4 or dot
88. ine and pump run hours navigate to Data Logging View Run Hours ai sion Info araduct Counter Pume Hours 65512 Reset Run Hours gg Onto Remote Log Mff Remate Enter Service formation Figure 4 18 View Machine Run Hours System Product Counter 0O System Million Drops Counter lt ress any key to continue 2 Press any key to close the Run Hours dialog box and return to the Menu screen 4 12 Run Hours Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Reset Run Hours The running hours must be reset only under special conditions like the ink pump replacement and trained service personnel only must perform this operation reset Run Hours Set m sees alarm hoursfog Reset machine run hours Mo Figure 4 19 Reset Run Hours How to Configure the Serial Port The RS 232 and RS 485 serial communication ports are standard for Videojet 1620 1620 UHS printer For more information contact the Videojet distributor or subsidiary You can prepare the printer communication ports for the transmission of data logging information between the port and a remote device 1 Open the Configure menu press Alt C n Calibrate W lear Alarms And Warnings Set lime Date Set Banguage Set editor fo at group Photocell Source shotocell Levels Shaft Bacoder Source Auto Print On iet Auto Print Bh Select Segial Port Configuration Netfork Settings Sarcode Setup BE kup Svstem Settings fini Fi
89. ired to correct the interference at his own expense Shielded cables must be used with this unit to ensure compliance with Class A FCC limits The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington DC 20402 Stock No 004 00 00345 4 This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with U S regulations regarding safety and electrical emissions by Electromagnetic Testing Services Limited Pratts Fields Lubberhedges Lane Stebbing Dunmow Essex CM6 3BT England UK This equipment has been investigated by Underwriters Laboratories Inc in accordance with the standard for safety UL 60950 1 Safety of information technology equipment first edition Subject 2178 marking and coding equipment electronics Report reference E252185 For Customers in Canada This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Canadian Department of Communications This equipment has been tested and certified for compliance with Canadian regulations regarding safety and electrical emissions by Electromagnetic Testing Services Limited Pratts Fields Lubberhedges Lane Stebbing Dunmow Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Es
90. l ed CeCe ee ene ev ra a e meee eae 5 11 DUS AAEN EEE eek ee ATE EETA EE EERE N 5 12 PassWord dote aate Dodd nre a Ko Pad iu ea hak ea ek Pa 5 13 OV SIE ic nes acid Ro eee Eee a Geir FAAR yen ee eee ate 5 14 CONHCUIC erisin Ena i adedebi nde dte s octies 5 16 CaO AlE E aain ah Ore Pe e ey er a re dd 5 21 Manace Messages siridir Eeer cs baie ek qi dopo pr v ed Og age rich Pug ta 5 24 To Create a Messa E ote pe eae Ae el e haere Rd ena 5 24 TOEdita Message ereet id dtes qi s Edi a aS 5 25 To Select the Source for a Message 00s eee 5 26 To Copy and Paste a Message 0 0 ee ee eee ee 0 27 To Enter Multiple Lines in a Message 4 0 28 To Set the Message and Default Parameters 5 28 To Cleat a Mesatar n xd e SELLO ETMULCU THU 5 31 Too Nea MESSI CO as ss gra atte AG ys wR Rts Seance te eas dde etas 5 32 To Save a Message and Exit 0 eee ee eee eee ee 5 32 To Exit without Saving the Message 04 5 33 T Deletea Whessaee lectus riar v Eo AEEA ae aE S 5 33 Rev AC 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Manage User Qiclds 255 d ae icta uo et casey E EE MM RR 5 34 To Inserta User Piel Loo iso P3 hs na de Sere ade 5 36 To Insert a Pre defined User Field 0 5 37 TOEAU User Piel ius OSEE tue eck e bre ga wade 5 38 To Delete a User Field iu ance ads RUP casa dese eae aes 5 39 Io Create a Custom User PIeld 5238 m ve PEU dee 5 39 To Reset
91. layed in the list prompt until the operator deletes the text and enters new information Rev AC Manage User Fields 5 43 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 6 Highlight Attribute option using the Down arrow key f Select the List Prompt option using the Left and Right arrow keys 8 Press the Enter key to open the configuration dialog box for list prompt see Figure 5 29 wt j Number of options Aog 75 Default option type Blank line Figure 5 29 Configure List Prompt 9 Enter the value for Number of options field 10 Highlight Default option type option using the Down arrow key 11 Use the Left arrow key and Right arrow key to select one of the following types of default options e Specified line e Blank line e ast line used 12 Press the Enter key to open the Option list dialog box Option list 1 test 2 video 3 LEN Figure 5 30 Option List Dialog 13 Enter the list of options and press Enter to save the created list prompt and exit the option list dialog box Refer to To Modify Text Attributes on page 5 60 for more information Pull Week The date remains the same for the whole week and changes when the printer reaches the roll over day You can format the pull week date inserts using any of the following parameters e Day Month Year one two or four digit format Alpha Month e Alpha day e Julian date 5 44 Manage User Fields Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operato
92. le Edit Barcode Scan Opens the Barcode Scan Message Select Select Table Table dialog box The Barcode Scan Select table works in conjunction with the External Message Select table refer To Select the oource for a Message on page 5 26 The user configures the External Message Select table to map message names to an index number in the range 00 to 99 The user configures the Barcode Scan Select table to map each index number to a sequence of characters numbers or letters which may be received from a connected barcode scanner larcade Scan Message Select Table E DO J Cn CH E GO P3 e Delete All Deletes all internal messages Messages Export message to You can transfer a single message and all the USB resources it uses if you want to take the messages to another printer to print from the printer to an USB stick Table 5 3 Messages Menu and Commands Continued 5 6 Menu Description Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Messages Menu Commands Function Import message You can transfer a single message and all the from USB resources it uses from the USB stick to the printer Table 5 3 Messages Menu and Commands Continued Editor The commands in the Editor menu are shown only if the Message Editor is open If the Message Editor is closed the only option shown in the Editor menu is Only used when in Editor Note All Editor commands are available from level 1 and above Editor Menu C
93. me of the message that you selected to print The selector bar automatically highlights the required message 3 Press the Enter key to select the message for printing The selected message appears in the WYSIWYG of the display Rev AC How to Print Messages 4 21 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Start the Printing The default sequence is Clean Start Note You can select the option of Quick Start to activate the inkjet The service technicians use this feature Refer to the service manual for more information 1 Press the F1 key to start the jet start sequence During the sequence the jet running icon flashes on the display The sequence takes approximately one minute When the sequence is completed the icon is turned on continuously 2 To start the printing process the following operations are required The print must be enabled access Print gt Print Enable The Print Control menu appears Select Enable Quick Key ALT F The product sensor must send a trigger signal t may be necessary to adjust message parameters The photocell level may need to be changed access Configure Photocell Levels Note When the print is enabled the green LED on the keypad is turned on continuously Monitor the Printing When the printer is in the operation use the following to monitor the status The status icons on the display The LEDs on the keypad The stack light optional 4 22 How to P
94. mote Source Provides instructions to the printer when the record Action buffer runs out of data Clear buffer Message repeat desired the printer will continue to print the last message when it reaches the end of the buffer Message repeat not desired the printer will stop the print when it reaches the end of the buffer Table 4 4 Print Control Menu 4 18 Printer Configuration Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Print Complete Enter the print complete width in meters Width Table 4 4 Print Control Menu Continued Manual Print Option Select Manual Print see Figure 4 24 on page 4 17 from the Print menu if you do not require to start the printing from an external source When you give the print command the printer prints one copy of the message How to Use Continuous Print Option If you enable the Continuous Print see Figure 4 24 on page 4 17 mode the message is printed repeatedly The message is printed if only the input of product detect is enabled When you must print the messages at correct and regular intervals of time on continuous products this option is useful 1 Select Continuous Print from the Print Menu The Continuous Print dialog box appears see Figure 4 26 2 Select PEC Triggered This allows you to see the rising or falling edge on the photocell to start the print Note If you enable the PEC Triggered option the printer must get a leading or trailing edge of the product
95. move the covers or do any service or repair activity The failure to follow this warning can cause death or personal injury A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Itis possible that in a fault condition the heater can reach 70 C Do not touch the plate on which heater is installed The failure to follow this warning can cause the personal injury Rev AC Introduction 7 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual The Printer Does Not Start 1 Make sure that the printer is turned on To turn on the printer press the green push button 2 Check the system status LEDs see Table 7 1 to see if a system fault has occurred or if the user interference is required Illuminated Diagnosis RED Any fault that prevents the printing For example jet not running deflector plate trip AMBER and GREEN The printer requires user interference to prevent a system fault For example ink or make up fluid low The printer can print correctly Table 7 1 System Status LEDs 3 Ifthe red or amber LEDs are illuminated inspect the display to see that icons and related message are displayed Refer to Printer Status Icons on page 7 7 4 Ifthe green LED is illuminated and the printer does not print Make sure that the product sensor and shaft encoder are connected and correctly operating a lamp found behind the product sensor must flash if a product passes the sensor f the problem continues report the fault to VTI 9 1 800 843 3610 within Uni
96. n If you hold the Ctrl key Messages EE Tian 157 18 Quick Start Nozzle Flush Continuous Print Copy From USB zm Print counter DODCOCDDCDCC a 0 100 100 Ink Part Mo Y5S014 D 17 47 10 06 2011 TEST MESSAGE Videojet 1620 10 06 11 17 47 Printhead oft Quick Start or Quick Stop if the jet is in operation Table 5 2 Soft Keys Continued 5 6 Introduction Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Menu Description Messages Messages Menu Commands Function Select Print Opens the Select Message To Print dialog Message box Select a message to print or edit pint Message Message Opens the message parameters for the ipee rares Parameters selected message All parameters can be Defaulll Parameters 39E changed v H m mr _ i E Pa a Default parameters Opens the Default Parameters menu All the Message Select Source default parameters for new messages can be Edit Effternal Select Table changed Edit Jarcode Scan Select Table Delete Ml Message A Edit Message Opens the Select Message to Edit dialog box import message from USB The selected message Is opened in an edit screen To save the edited message go to the Editor menu New Message Opens the New Message dialog box The system prompts to enter the new message name The user can enter the new message in the edit screen To save the new message go to the Editor menu The parameters for a new message are set to the default values
97. ng water for at least 15 minutes N Warning FIRE AND HEALTH HAZARD The cleaning solution is volatile and flammable It must be stored and handled in accordance with local regulations Do not smoke or use a naked flame in the vicinity of the cleaning solution Immediately after use remove any tissues or cloth that are saturated with cleaning solution Dispose off all such items in accordance with local regulations N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE To prevent the damage to the printer components use only soft brushes and lint free cloths to clean the printer Do not use high pressure air cotton waste or abrasive materials A N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Make sure that the cleaning solution is compatible with the ink used before you clean the printhead The failure to follow the caution can damage the printer Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Note Make sure that the jet is turned off 9 J p M 3 1 Umbilical 6 Gutter Sensing Tube 2 Printhead Screw 7 Charge Electrode 3 Printhead Cover 8 Printhead Engine 4 Nozzle 9 Printhead Valve Module 5 Deflector Plate Figure 6 4 Printhead Videojet 1620 1 Umbilical 6 Gutter Sensing Tube 2 Printhead Screw 7 Charge Electrode 3 Printhead Cover 8 Printhead Engine 4 Nozzle 9 Printhead Valve Module 5 Deflector Plate Figure 6 5 Printhead Videojet 1620 UHS Rev AC Clean the Printhead 6 9 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual
98. ng if an external host controls the printing to prevent print delay Disable this feature during the following modes Special Print mode External Message Select and Auto Encoder Note When double buffering is off delay is needed to build image Print warnings should be enabled to aid in printer setup Shaft Encoder oet the shaft encoder to Internal option for a fixed line Source speed oet to External option for use with a compatible shaft encoder where the line speed is variable Note If external shaft encoder is selected the user has to also enter the encoder type non quaarature A then B or B then A oet to Auto Encoder for use when speed of the product changes because the product slips on the conveyor Photocell Source The print is activated from the source External 1 standard connection option or External 2 Note An option of None is also available in the Photocell Source field Print Acknowledge Sends a signal to an external control system normally through the connector COMM 1 There are two options 1 Off The print acknowledge signal is not sent 2 After Compile After the update of any dynamic information like Clock Codes or counter information in the message is printed the print acknowledge character is sent Print ACK ASCII Sets the ASCII character code 0 to 255 sent to the code control system Throw distance You must enter the distance that is set between the printhead and the product Re
99. nsert the serial data Clock Information To Set Clock Information The following table lists the clock codes required to define the clock information Code Definition A Day number 1 to 7 x x s x T TU North American Week Number VW European Week Number Table 5 13 Codes and Definitions Do the following tasks to add a clock information attribute to the user field 1 Follow steps 1 to step 3 under the section To Create a Custom User Field on page 5 39 2 Select the Description as Text with the help of Left and Right arrow keys 3 Press the Enter key to open the configuration dialog box for text user fields see Figure 5 25 ext Adie Clock Information Figure 5 25 Clock Information Option 4 Enter the correct code in the Text field Refer to Table 5 13 on page 5 41 for more information Manage User Fields 5 41 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual When you enter the code remember the following a These codes are case sensitive b The standard date codes are from the Gregorian calendar used by western nations The Arab Hejra calendar uses different date codes c You can add other characters like numbers spaces punctuation marks to format the codes For example DE FG BC Note Clock codes with lower case represents expiry dates of the same code definition 5 Select the Attribute as Clock Information 6 Press the Enter key after you enter the codes to save the settings and exit
100. o Table 5 20 on page 5 69 for the controls used and their functions Set Block Sets a block over the logo editor screen that you can move and change the size You can cut paste or delete the text or graphics enclosed by the block editor ser Fields Grint Pass ord rectangle to define the size of the Font 16 High desired Width 100 block Height 32 nga Editar Figure 5 65 Logo Editor Press the following keys to adjust the block Setting Keys g lt Move the right hand edge r j Move the left hand edge B B Move the top edge Table 5 20 Set Block Manage Logos 5 69 Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Keys Setting Fr Move the bottom edge 2 0 E gt 4 2 Move the whole block by one dot at a time j or icc l Move the whole block by ten dots at a time Bog votre Table 5 20 Set Block Continued Press the Enter key to set the position and size of the block The outer line of the block disappears from the screen Set Cursor The cursor returns to a single pixel mode instead of a block Delete Block Deletes any text or graphics within the area of the block Copy Block This function copies any text or graphics within the area of the block and saves the information to the clip board Paste Block Inserts the contents of the clip board at the cursor position Select Font Selects the height of the font for use when you combine the text with a logo
101. oduct delay of the message The different parameters that are available Messages gt Default Parameters are shown in Table 5 11 and Figure 5 10 on page 5 30 Range Description Refer to Message Controls the final message width The maximum speed width and of the print puts a limit to the minimum width Set the Positioning width to 1 and print at the maximum rate that you can get Addendum for the selected number of printed drops Character 1to 10 Sets the character height at 1 minimum print height to Height 10 maximum print height Character 0 to 9 Sets the character gap between 0 equivalent to a single Gap vertical line of dots to 9 rasters strokes equivalent to 10 vertical lines of dots Because of character formation setting O gives a character gap of 1 raster Product Delay On Off Reversed back to front character printing On Off Inverted upside down character printing Raster 1 to 10 Sets the count for the same raster stroke is to be Repeat printed This allows characters to be emboldened Raster Substitution Refer to Message Sets the product delay the time between the start of width and product trigger point and the print start position Positioning Addendum When selected ON the printer automatically selects the appropriate raster for the line running speed Table 5 11 Default Message Parameters 5 28 Manage Messages Rev AC Parameter Select Raster For 1620 3x7 3x9 5 hi
102. of the font and position of the cursor are correct 2 Press the keys Alt U to open the User Fields menu 3 Select Setup Encoded Day of Week and press Enter to open the Day of Week dialog box see Figure 5 46 on page 5 55 lay of Week Day Offset Value 0 Monday A Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday Figure 5 46 Encoded Day of Week 4 Set the values according to the values given in the table Parameter Value Offset Unit Day Week Month Year Offset Value The default is zero The value that is set depends on the unit selected Days of the You can set numeric or alphabetical values for every day of week from the week Monday till Sunday Table 5 16 Encoded Day of Week 5 Press Enter to save and exit Rev AC Manage User Fields 5 55 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Manage Text To Change Font Case The required message can contain both upper and lower case characters The keys on the keypad that control the case of the entered characters are shown in Table 5 17 Function The Caps Key changes the case of the next character entered The Caps Lock key changes the default case Table 5 17 The keys to Change the Case of the Fonts To Set Font Height You can change the height of the font in a message and can have more than one size in a message The number of lines in a message depends on the size of the font selected and the model of the printer Refer to Font Specification
103. off for less than half an hour Clean Stop The ink jet is stopped the nozzle and related Jet ink core module pipes are cleaned Quick Stop This method starts without a flushing sequence Jet and uses the ink supply to bleed air from the nozzle Nozzle Flush The nozzle orifice is cleaned by the application of solvent and a suction action The flush continues for two minutes unless the F1 key is pressed to stop it System Flush The machine is started and the flush pump Purge operated This function removes air from the flush system during the commissioning or when air has been introduced to the flush system during a fault etc Press the Enter key and a dialog box opens Are you sure YES NO Umbilical When using Umbilical Purge the umbilical feed Purge and return tubes must be disconnected from the nozzle feed and return tubes Loop the umbilical feed and return tubes together and cap the nozzle feed and return tubes Opens the Umbilical Purge dialog box Select Enable to start and Disable to stop the umbilical purge Empty Ink This function empties the ink from the ink core Core module and puts the ink in a specially programmed ink cartridge Table 5 8 System Menu and Commands 5 I4 Menu Description Rev AC System Menu Com from USB Print Setup Warning Enable Gutter Fault Shutdawn Enable Table 5 8 System Menu and Commands Continued Rev AC Command Fill Ink Core Flush Ink Core Copy from US
104. ollow this warning can cause personal injury Rev AC Introduction 6 1 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Maintenance Schedule Table 6 1 shows the maintenance schedule Interval When the printer is Replace the smart cartridge commissioned orif Refer Replace Smart Cartridges on page 6 4 the make up cartridges are empty As Required Clean the following parts of the printhead e Deflector Plate Gutter Note Check the quality of the print before you do the maintenance Refer Inspect the Printhead on page 6 7 and Clean the Printhead on page 6 7 Clean the printer cabinet Every 2000 Hours Replace the back filter Table 6 1 Maintenance Schedule Preparation for Long term Shutdown Storage or Transportation Note Long term Shutdown procedure should be used when the printer will not be used for more than three months Parts tools Requirement Parts Tool Quan Part Number tity Make up Cartridges matching 4 existing make up in ink core which will be flushed Empty Cartridges e SP399246 Nozzle Bypass Manifold Loop 1 399247 Connector Kit with gasket Table 6 2 Parts and Tools 6 2 Maintenance Schedule Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Prepare for Long term Shutdown Storage or Transportation Do the following tasks to prepare the printer for long term shutdown transportation 1 Perform a Clean Stop 2 Runthree nozzle flushes 3 Remove
105. ommands Function Select Font Opens the Select Font menu The selected font is applied to the selected text in the message Note Press F1 to change font height Modify Attributes oey Text gaste Text handon Table 5 4 Editor Menu and Commands Rev AC Menu Description 5 9 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Editor Menu Commands Function Insert User Field Opens the Select user field menu The contents of the user field are copied into the message at print time Example expiry date shift code Note Press F2 to select user field Modify Attributes Opens the Editor Attributes menu One or more attributes can be set The set attributes are applied to the selected text in the message Attributes are properties that can be applied to individual characters Note Press F3 to modify attributes Copy Text Copies the selected text to the clipboard Paste Text Pastes the text from the clipboard at the cursor position Set Keyboard Opens the Select keyboard Type menu Select the Type keyboard type to be used for the edit session Characters from more than one language alphabet can be included in a message Save Message Saves the message being edited and keeps the editor screen open Save and Exit Saves the message being edited and exits the editor screen Clear Message Deletes the content in the message and keeps the editor screen open Abandon Exits the editor screen without saving any changes to the message
106. orrect value in centimeters If the printhead is below the cabinet enter a negative number This parameter is setup during installation and need not be adjusted unless installation has changed rint Heac Print Head Elevation in cm i Allows the user to select the signal polarity for each input This parameter is setup during installation and need not be adjusted Input Line Active Level Setup a Serialiser reset line invert Jet Stop line invert Spare line 1 invert Spare line 2 invert Menu Description 5 23 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Manage Messages To Create a Message Do the following tasks to create a message 1 Press Alt M to open the Messages menu Note You can use quick keys Alt F2 to open the messages menu in the menu screen ditor Meer Fields int Passord ssage Parameters Defaulll Parameters SHit Message Mew Message Belete Message Select Yint Message Wopy Message nter 0000000000 Message Elect Source Edit Eternal Select Table art No vSUls D Edit Sarceade Scan Select Table Export message to Iss import message fram USB Figure 5 3 Messages Menu 2 Select New Message The New Message dialog box appears see Figure 5 4 3 Enter a name for the message 5 24 Manage Messages Note The message name can contain a maximum of 31 alphanumeric characters which includes the spaces Bser Fields Figure 5 4 New Message Dialog Box Rev AC Videojet 1620
107. ou enter the special characters Manage Logos To Download a Logo Logos can be downloaded using a USB stick but make sure that the file format is monochrome bitmap file When you download a logo the printer prompts with the following message 9 Ihe logo editor is opened and the UI displays the logo with assigned file name Note The logo will be clipped at the top or bottom if it is more than 34 dots high for 1620 and 16 dots high for 1620 UHS You can edit the logo on the printer or use the Shift F1 option to save the logo with the same name The logo is available under the User Fields to insert into the messages Note If you try to download a type of file or folder which does not match the file types in the above table the printer displays the following if the Enter key is pressed Unsupported File Type Rev AC Manage Logos 5 65 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Create a Logo in Microsoft Paint Application 5 66 Manage Logos 1 Open the Microsoft Paint application A new page opens by default 2 Navigate to View gt Zoom gt Custom The Custom Zoom Figure 5 58 dialog box appears 3 Select 800 under Zoom to Click the OK button Current zoom oom to 100 400 3002 eo a T 200 Bone Figure 5 58 Custom Zoom Navigate to View gt Zoom gt Show Grid to activate the grid for the page Navigate to Image gt Attributes to set the size of the m
108. ous Print Lirnit PEC Triggered PEC Gated Figure 4 29 Distance Mode Note If in external encoding correct PPI or PPMM settings must be entered in the line configuration menu for the printer to calculate correct repeat distance DIN Print DIN printing inverts and reverses alternate prints so that the message can be read from any direction When printing on cables this method is used 4 20 Printer Configuration Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Print Messages You must select a message before you start the printing process How to Select a Message The Menu screen displays the message that is ready for printing in a box at the bottom of the screen The name of the message is seen at the top of the box and a preview of the message in the box Do the following tasks to select a message 1 Open the Messages menu and select the Select Print Message option The Select Message to Print dialog box appears Messages M ST _ M essage ao Frint AL YPS elai F TEST MESSAGE jefauli Parameters ITEC Sdit Message Anima ew Message Belete Message Bopy Message Message Select Source Edit Efternal Select Table Edit Harcode Scan Select Table Export message to NEB import message from USB Figure 4 30 Select Print Message 2 Press the Up arrow key or the Down arrow key to highlight the required message The highlighted message is shown in the WYSIWYG part of the display Note You can enter the na
109. r Manual To Define a Pull Week Do the following tasks to add pull week to the user field 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 under the section To Create a Custom User Field on page 5 39 Highlight the Description option through Down arrow key Select the Text option through Left and Right arrow keys Press the Enter key to open the configuration dialog box for text user fields Figure 5 31 ll eel FG DE BC Attribute Pull week Figure 5 31 Pull Week After you enter the text go to the Attribute sub menu and use the right or left key to select Pull Week Press Enter You can set the following parameters Roll Day Day of the week for roll over Offset Unit Default is Week Offset Value Sets the number of weeks after the roll day 1s set e Mode Roll Forward Back or Nearest Use Locale Language Yes or No ull Weak Hr Rol Da ECE d Offset Unit Week Offset Value T Mode Forward Lise Locale Language es Figure 5 32 Pull Week Parameters For example if the current date is 20 06 09 and the mode is Forward then the inserted date is 08 MUS The printer on the roll day 24 06 09 Wednesday adds two weeks to calculate the date that is inserted Back then the inserted date 1s I EFATE The printer calculates from the previous roll day 17 06 09 Wednesday and adds two weeks Nearest then the inserted date 1s I EFATE The printer calculates from the nearest roll day 17 06 09
110. rint Messages Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Stop the Printing Disable the print to stop the printing access Print gt Print Enable The Print Control menu appears Select Disable Quick Key ALT F1 You can use the Clean Stop or Quick Stop sequences to stop the jet along with stopping the printing The default sequence is Clean Stop The Quick Stop sequence is used by service technicians Refer to the service manual for more information Press the F1 key to start the jet stop sequence nx During this sequence the jet stop icon flashes on the display The sequence requires one minute to complete When the sequence is complete the icon is turned on continuously The printing automatically stops after the jet stop sequence is complete Note Do not turn off the printer until the flushing cycle is complete How to Install and Print Custom Fonts Rev AC This procedure shows you how to install custom font and print messages using the custom font Custom Font height must match with the height of the standard font available in the printer Following are the list of the available font height 5 high 7 high 9 high 2 high 16 high 24 high 34 high Note Font heights 24 high and 34 high are not available in Videojet 1620 UHS 50 micron printer Note Font height 34 high is not available in Videojet 1620 UHS 40 micron printer How to Install and Print Custom Fonts 4 23 Videojet
111. rs on page 5 64 Select Editor Font Group International Date Time language English WSI Char Order Standard Select kbd Type nalish Traditional Chinese IME Chinese IME You must set the Editor Font group to Japanese A power cycle turn off the printer and turn on the printer is required Photocell Source Selects the photocell source to be used Opens the Print Control menu Photocell source can be toggled between External 1 and External 2 NB External 2 requires special software Photocell Levels To allow the use of both High and Low activating photocells this command enables the photocell trigger level to be set to high or low Table 5 9 Configure Menu and Commands Continued Rev AC Menu Description 5 17 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Configure Menu Commands Function shaft Encoder Source The different sources of the shaft encoder signal are Internal External and Auto Encoder Yint Control Yint Control Print Enable Print Enable Double bufferina OM Double buffering OM Shaft Encoder Source Internal Shaft Encoder Source External External 1 Shaft Encoder Setup Mon auadratur Print Acknowledge i Fhotocell Source External 1 Print ACK ASCII code Print Acknowledge OFF Throw distance mm 1 Print ACK ASCII code Remote Source Action Ksuw Throw distance tmm 1 Print Complete Width ims O Remote Source Action Stop Print Complete Width ms OC rint Control Print Enable Double buffering On
112. ry electrical safety codes and practices Unless it is necessary to run the printer disconnect the printer from the mains electrical supply before removing the covers or attempting any service or repair activity Non adherence to this warning can result in death or personal injury N Warning PERSONAL INJURY A high AC voltage is present at the inverter and backlight Extreme caution is required when diagnosing failure in these areas 2 2 Electrical Safety Guidelines Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Electrical Cables N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Use only the main power cable supplied with the printer The end of this cable must have an approved three pole main plug that has a protective ground conductor The electrical power cables sockets and plugs must be kept clean and dry For pluggable equipment the socket outlet must be installed near the equipment and must be easily accessible N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always inspect the cables for damage wear corrosion and deterioration Make all grounding bonding connections void of areas of paint ink build up and corrosion Grounding and Bonding A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The printer must be connected to an AC power supply that has a protective ground conductor and must be according to IEC requirements or applicable local regulations N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not use the printer if there is any interruption in the protective ground conduc
113. s and Line Speeds on page A 9 for more information Press the F7 key until you get the required height of the font see Figure 5 47 editor ser Fields wti Font Yideojet 7 High Se anes ee Figure 5 47 Select Font Height 5 56 Manage Text Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Do the following tasks to set the height of the font from the Editor menu 1 Press the A t E keys or press F1 The Editor menu appears see Figure 5 48 on page 5 57 Editor e TE M fL E 1 57 T rs Godify Attributes oey Text Baste Text Set Seyboard Type Font videc 2 Message Save and E Cleag Message Fi Font Bandon Fe Insert mmm m F3 Modify Attributes F4 Message Parameters Shift Fl Save and Exit Printhead off Figure 5 48 Editor Menu Black Caps Select the Select Font option The Select Font menu appears Use the Up and Down arrow keys to select the height of the font Gele 5 High 7 High 9 High 12 High 16 High 24 High J Figure 5 49 Select Font List 3 Select the font height and press the Enter key Manage Text 5 57 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Select Content The editor automatically selects the block of text that you enter This feature is referred to as Default Text Selection Figure 5 50 If this feature is not available the message No Text Selected appears in that area Messages Sditor ser Fields int Passend S TEST MESSAGE Default Text
114. s str e rte ERE tees 2 1 Electrical Safety Guidelines s 4 324 sep vorrei ETC ebrius 2 2 Ele cteical Power SUP DIY 218 5 pues aote a Gets sud Gre eee oes 2 2 Plecthical Cables ato dou tie qu EA as cosa abu ates 2 3 Groundine and DOBIDE ces uvas de te aq EC E EN 2 3 gol PUTET 2 5 Floid Satety Guldelines os nos de EU Educ Ite ated ete iius 2 5 Read the Material Safety Data Sheets 0 2 5 Ink and Make up EDO ess ulsex det emp E ERRAT QE RS ERU PES 2 6 Cleans SoIalloBD sia uer e ovde eS oe eke Cae rtu tie pas 2 7 Compressed Air Safety Guidelines lsleleeeeeesss 2 8 UrLRelated Safety Guidelines oie Ie ERU dO EROR RE 2 9 Other Important Guidelines 0 0 eee ee eee eee 2 10 Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Chapter 3 Main Parts Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Printer 0 0 eee eee eee 3 1 Control Label scc dhe a uhr serene PAS n aine A 3 2 viri sob D P TD 3 3 ATOW C E ETT 3 3 ICY DACs TEE 3 3 Ibo Mr 3 3 Conmate RVS vote ode RT PEE DR qe EM 3 3 PUNCHONUR CYS ss estes PER oss EPUM PRSE Praise PIE 3 4 Displays SCG oo tenses ea ae el ete ede e cy eodd 3 4 Electonics C Om parent ioundo o 3 ca EUROS ae eRenpfer dus 3 6 Ink COmDAPQDe s ied Ceu de ica EEE EEE SoR ENNIO D a RECEN NUS 3 7 Ink Core MOGUIG 250 242s so gel tet Ee EU Tai Eas t 3 7 Siar Carriers topi Aet npe Ee Me D See eS 3 8 Ink Compartment Eti sep eoe REEURE Rd Rura E 3 8 Prmthead and Umbilical L2 2e eed ER RUE
115. se this field Refer to To Set Shifts on page 5 51 Time The printer prints the system time 09 06 28 To setup the timer refer to To Set the Timer on page 5 53 Timer Shows the current hour and minute in HHMM 1107 format Table 5 12 List of Pre defined User Fields Continued FG DE BC DD MM Y Y Example 30 06 09 Rev AC Manage User Fields 5 35 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Field Name Description Mnemonic Code and DCU Week of Year The week of the year on which the message was 36 printed Note The first week of the year starts with a week that has 4 days The second week and all the following weeks begin with the rollover day Year Shows the year in YYYY format hiBC Example 2010 Table 5 12 List of Pre defined User Fields Continued Available for current date time only To Insert a User Field A user field can contain the following information Current and expiration time e Dates e Shift codes e Text e Serially loaded data e A logo graphic or a counter 1 From the Message Editor screen press the F2 key or select Insert User Field from the Editor menu The Select user field menu appears Day Day of Week Encoded Day of Week NENNEN Hour viore FN Black Alpha Month Preview gt Figure 5 17 Select User Field Menu 5 36 Manage User Fields Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 2 Select the user field that you require and press the Enter
116. ser Field ame Description Text Figure 5 23 New User Field Dialog Box 3 Enter a name for the User Field Note Do not press the Enter key after you enter the name in the user field Use the Down arrow key to select one of the types of description Rev AC Manage User Fields 5 39 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual 4 Use the Left arrow key and Right arrow key to select one of the following types of descriptions e Text Counter refer to To Set a Counter on page 5 46 Logo refer to Jo Add Logo on page 5 48 Remote refer to To Add Remote on page 5 49 For example you can select the Text as the description and press the Enter key 5 Enter the content in the text field 6 Use the Left arrow key and Right arrow key to select the Attribute Select Normal Text as the attribute You can select one of the following attributes also e Normal Text refer to To Set Text Attributes on page 5 41 Clock Information Prompted Field ist Prompt Pull Week Pull Month vti Text V TI ttribuitele aT RE n Figure 5 24 Text Attribute 7 Enter the data that you require to print 8 Press the Enter key to save and exit 5 40 Manage User Fields Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Set Text Attributes If you select Text as the description you can set the following types of attributes Normal Text Normal text is a fixed text string that is used when you i
117. set as day 1 Example 5 Table 5 12 List of Pre defined User Fields Alpha Month The first three letters in the name of the month NOP during which the message is printed Example APR 5 34 Manage User Fields Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Field Name Description Mnemonic Code and Example Encoded Day of Prints days of the week X Week For more information on the set up refer to To Example C for Set the Encoded Day of the Week on page 5 55 Wednesday C E Hour Shows the hour in 24 hour format HI Example 17 Hour of the week Number of hours from the start of the configured rollover day for the week Use this option to print Example 43 the current hour from the configured start of the week The range is between 0 and 167 For example if Rollover Day Friday Current Day Thursday Current Hour 12 00 PM then Hour of the Week 157 ISO Week Shows the week of the year MEN Julian Date The day of the year 1 365 QRS 966 days for Leap Year Example 152 Minute The current minute in the current hour Two JK characters A Z or 1 9 Example 05 Pull Week The date remains same for the whole week and changes when the printer reaches the rollover day Month Shows the month in numeric form DE Example 03 Second Shows the current seconds in the current hour LM Example 57 Shift The printer replaces the value here with a shift code during the print time Set the shifts in the printer to u
118. sex CM6 3BT England UK This equipment has been investigated by Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated in accordance with the standard for safety CAN CSA C22 2 No 60950 1 03 Safety of information technology equipment Subject 2178 marking and coding equipment electronics Report reference E252185 Pour la clientele du Canada Le present appareil numerique n emet pas de bruits radioelectriques depassant les limites applicales aux appareils numerique de las class A prescrites dans le Reglement sur le brouillage radioelectrique edicte par le ministere des Communications du Canada Cet quipement est certifi CSA This equipment has been investigated by Underwriters Laboratories Incorporated in accordance with the standard for safety CAN CSA C222 No 60950 1 03 Safety of information technology equipment Subject 2178 marking and coding equipment electronics Report reference E252185 A N Warning This product is not intended for use in the immediate direct visual field of the display work place To avoid disturbing reflections on the display work place this product shall not be placed in the immediate direct field of vision iii Customer Support and Training Rev AC Contact Information If you have any questions or need assistance please contact Videojet Technologies Inc at 1 800 843 3610 for all customers within the United States Outside the U S customers should contact their Videojet Technologies Inc di
119. stributor or subsidiary for assistance Videojet Technologies Inc 1500 Mittel Boulevard Wood Dale IL 60191 1073 U S A Phone 1 800 843 3610 Fax 1 800 582 1343 International Fax 630 616 3629 Web www videojet com Service Program About Total Source Commitment Total Source TOTAL SERVICE PLUS RELIABILITY is the Videojet Technologies Inc commitment to provide you our customer the complete service you deserve The Total Source Commitment The Videojet Total Source Service Program is an integral part of our business in providing marks codes and images where when and how often customers specify for packages products or printed materials Our commitment includes Applications support e Installation services Maintenance training e Customer response center Technical support e Field service Extended hours phone assistance Parts and supplies Repair service Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Customer Training If you wish to perform your own service and maintenance on the printer Videojet Technologies Inc highly recommends you complete a Customer Training Course on the printer Note The manuals are intended to be supplements to and not replacements for Videojet Technologies Inc Customer Training For more information on Videojet Technologies Inc Customer Training Courses call 1 800 843 3610 within the United States only Outside the U S customer should contact a Videojet
120. sword levels 1 Press Alt W and select the Enter Password option from the Password menu The Enter Password dialog box appears see Figure 4 11 nter Password Current Password Level O E E E Figure 4 11 Enter Password Dialog Box 2 Enter the password for the feature level you must access The current access level used is shown at the top of the dialog box You can use all the menu options that are set at this password level or below that level 4 6 How to Set the Passwords Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Clear the Password N Caution RISK OF UNAUTHORIZED ACCESS To prevent unauthorized access to the software make sure that you do Clear Password when you exit from a higher level Press Alt W and select Clear Password see Figure 4 12 to clear the password for the access level used at this time and return to password level 0 elds Wint iter Password Wear Password Set Password for Lev Set Password for Leve Set Password Ibvels n to Logout Figure 4 12 Clear Password Option Note The password is not deleted but the user access is reset to the lowest privilege level from the current level Auto Logout If this feature is enabled the UI prompts for a password at level 0 and all access levels above level 0 Press Alt W Select Auto Logout see Figure 4 13 and press Enter Use the Right or Left key to select Yes or No Sooo rd J550 rd assword for Level assward for L
121. t 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Configure Menu Commands Select Alternative Zero Special Printing Mode Remove Raster Protocol Configuration Barcode Scan Setup Function Opens the Select alternative zero dialogue box Alternative zero symbol can be set to one of several available zero characters Select alternative zero Alternative zero symbol Bill Display Units of Measure Metric selects DIN printing and traversing printing Special Printing Mode es O08 Printing Special Printing Mode S Traversing Reversed Product Delay inch Removes the raster file from the printer femove raster file 12h37d604rx 16h33d600 rx 156h37d604 rx 156h53dB604 rx 16h64d604 rx 20h51d604 rx 0 Oo om Oo om m The WSI setup options are available in this menu rotocal Configuration Print ACK device Network WISI device Network WISI mode ras Protocol WISI node Barcode scan device E nell Opens the Barcode Scan Setup dialog box cran Setup packet start evrnbal code 2 sto E symbol code en ctor offset ale i elector max length L TI A ctor length E m m Ll gi tr P Lg ID ID D i uy un Table 5 9 Configure Menu and Commands Continued 5 20 Menu Description Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Calibrate Calibrate Commands Function Diagnostics Screens Refer Calibrate Menu on page 4 9 for Ree alibratellliDe One Two and Three information on Diagnostics Scre
122. t Mode Send variable data You can have 10 remote data inserts in a single message Alerts Buffer full 7096 of the total size of the buffer is reached Buffer overfill 90 of the total size of the buffer is reached Buffer full cleared when the size of the buffer reaches 4096 of buffer size after a buffer full Commands Clear buffer internal Message Repeat The printer continues to print the last message when it reaches the end of the buffer No Message Repeat The printer stops the print when it reaches the end of the buffer Table 4 3 High Speed Data Transfer Rev AC High Speed Remote Data Transfer 4 15 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual How to Enter Service Information You can record the service information on the printer 1 Open Data Logging menu press Alt D EHE Sra Logging ai sion Info oduct Counter view Run Sours Seset Run Hours hog onto Remote Log Mff Remate nter Service Information Figure 4 22 Enter Service Information 2 Select the Enter Service Information option and press the Enter key The Enter Service Information dialog box appears see Figure 4 23 nter Service Information Customer Name Address Serial Number Service Centre Voice Figure 4 23 Enter Service Information Dialog Box 3 Enter the following information in the fields Field Entry Printer Location A correct name of location For example factory name and machine number Customer Name The nam
123. t arrow keys 8 Press the Enter key to open the Prompted Field Length window see Figure 5 27 Figure 5 27 Prompted Field Length Dialog Box 9 Enter the maximum length of the prompted field in the space provided any number less than or equal to 50 is allowed here Note If a number greater than 50 is added then the printer automatically decreases the number to 50 10 Press the Enter key to save the created prompted field and exit the Prompted Field Length dialog box Refer to To Modify Text Attributes on page 5 60 for more information List Prompt User can select their contents from a list when the message is selected to print When the field is created the user can define the prompt message and the list of values that will be available on the input To Define a List Prompt When a message that contains a list prompt 1s loaded the operator is asked to provide the contents for the field Do the following tasks to add list prompt attribute to the User fields 1 Follow steps 1 to 3 under the section To Create a Custom User Field on page 5 39 2 Highlight the Description option through Down arrow key 3 Select the Text option through Left and Right arrow keys 4 Press the Enter key to open the configuration dialog box for text user fields see Figure 5 28 Figure 5 26 Attribute List Prompt 5 Enter a default value for the list prompt which is related to the field with the label Text This text 1s disp
124. t entering the gutter Back flush the nozzle If this action does not correct the fault report the fault to Videojet maintenance engineer Table 7 4 Fault Alarm Icons Rev AC Printer Status Icons 7 7 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Icon Name Remedial Action Check whether the ink and make up cartridges are empty If the cartridge is empty then replace it and the ink core is refilled Check the remaining ink core life If this action does not correct the fault report the fault to Videojet maintenance Ink Core Empty engineer Pump Fault Report the fault to Videojet maintenance engineer Cabinet Too Hot The printer cabinet temperature is more than 80 degrees Celsius To prevent any damage the printer stops automatically The printer starts after the temperature decreases Report all overheating incidents to Videojet maintenance engineer Ink System Service The ink core module is in use for more Overdue than 14000 hours and requires maintenance Refer Table 7 6 on page 7 14 for ink core life Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Unable to control Check whether the make up cartridge is viscosity not empty If the cartridge is empty then replace it If this action does not correct the fault report the fault to Videojet maintenance engineer Mod Driver Chip Mod amplifier hardware shutdown Over Temperature because of amplifier over temperature Contact Videojet maintenance engineer
125. ta selection source 11 Press the F2 key to select the message names from a list of those available 12 When you assign all the messages that must be available to the external source press the Enter key to return to the Message Editor screen Else press the Esc key to return to the Message Editor screen without any changes To Copy and Paste a Message If only minor changes are required to an existing message to create a new message use the Copy Message option 1 Press the Alt M keys The Messages menu appears 2 Select Copy Message The Copy Message dialog box appears Copy vl To Figure 5 9 Copy Message Dialog Box 3 Enter the name of the source message in the From box 4 Enter the name of the new message in the 7o box 5 Press the Enter key to copy the message and return to the Menu screen Manage Messages 5 27 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Enter Multiple Lines in a Message Note The printer automatically selects the best configuration from the message that you entered You can enter the messages that have a maximum height of 34 dots 1620 printer and 16 dots 1620 UHS printer You can enter multiple lines of text until all lines fit within the allowed height of the message Use the Up and Down arrow keys to move the cursor to the line where you enter the text To Set the Message and Default Parameters Parameter Width The message parameters define the visual features and position pr
126. ted States only The customers outside the US must contact a Videojet subsidiary office or the local Videojet distributor 5 If the system status LEDs do not illuminate check the main electrical supply as follows a Make sure that the main electrical supply is available b Make sure that the main input connector is fitted correctly c Make sure that the main power supply button is in the ON position looks pressed in d If the problem continues report the fault to VTI 1 800 843 3610 7 2 The Printer Does Not Start Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Incorrect Print Position 1 Make sure that the Product Delay value set in the Message Parameters menu is correct See To Set the Message and Default Parameters on page 5 28 Distance from Edge Videojet Product Figure 7 1 Print Position 2 Make sure that there are no additional spaces at the start of the message Incorrect Print Size 1 Make sure that the set character height is correct Refer to To Set Font Height on page 5 56 2 Make sure that the distance from the printhead to the product is correct The character height increases and resolution decreases as the printhead moves away from the product Note The optimal distance from the printhead to the product for the best quality is 12 mm The range is 5 to 15 mm Note For 1620 UHS 40 micron printer the optimal distance from the printhead to the product for the best quality is 6 mm Note
127. terials are a health hazard Do not use high pressure compressed air to clean the printer cabinet N Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Any cleaning solutions containing either chloride including hypochlorite bleaches or hydrochloric acid can cause unacceptable surface pitting and staining These should not be used in contact with stainless steels If wire brushes or wire scouring pads are used these should be made of stainless steel Make sure that any abrasive media used is free from sources of contamination especially iron and chlorides 1 Remove the dust from the printer with a vacuum cleaner or soft brush 2 Clean the outer surfaces of the printer with a wet lint free cloth Use a mild detergent to remove the contamination that you cannot remove by a wet cloth 6 12 Clean the Printer Cabinet Rev AC Troubleshooting Introduction This chapter contains the troubleshooting and fault diagnosis information for the everyday users of the printer The service manual has more information on troubleshooting for the service technician and trained personnel N Warning LETHAL VOLTAGES Lethal voltages are present within this equipment when the equipment is connected to the main electrical supply Only trained and authorised personnel must do the maintenance work Observe all statutory electrical safety codes and practices Unless it is necessary to run the printer disconnect the printer from the main electrical supply before you re
128. ters count 0 to 9 and A to Z 6 Press the Enter key to save the settings and exit the Counter Configuration dialog box 5 46 Manage User Fields Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Counter Field Definitions Field Name Definition Start Value The value from where the count starts When the value is reset the counter returns to this value Current Value The counters current value This field changes the current value of a counter that is used now When you set a new counter the value entered here must be identical to the Start Value End Value The value that the counter reaches at the end of the count The counter resets to the start value the next time it increases Step Size The number of units with which the counter increases or decreases The size is a numerical value even for alphabetical counters a value of 2 causes an alphabetical counter to count a c e g Step Direction Set to Increment or Decrement Repeat Count The number of times that a count value is printed before the value increments or decrements Leading Character Define another character to replace any leading zeros The default setting is O and the leading zeros remain the same Inc Dec on This field shows the causes for the counter to increment or decrement itself Select Print to show that the counter has increased or decreased if a message that contains the counter is printed Select the name of another counter to show that t
129. text is made to print two times that forms bolder character BOLD TExT Example See Bold Text in the illustration VERY BOLD TEXT Triple Dot Each raster of selected text is made to print three times to make the character very bolder Example See Very Bold Text in the illustration Inverse Inverts the colour to black or white for opaque printing Video Used for reverse image barcodes Barcode Turns the inserted text into the format of the required barcode Check sum A check sum is a value used to make sure data is stored or transmitted without an error If the check sum J option is enabled the system creates this digit auto matically 7 SE Example The last digit of the bar code is an optional check sum digit The digit 0 in the above barcode is the checksum Human Allows the human readable portion of the barcode data Readable to be printed below the barcode or turned off Datamatrix Use this option to set the size for the Data Matrix Data Matrix after the Ul Density symbol encoded the text 32 x 32 Table 5 18 Options to Modify Attributes Continued To Modify Attributes Note You can apply more than one attribute to the selected content Do the following tasks to change the text attributes 1 Select the content in the menu editor You can select the text in the following methods a Set the cursor at the required position in the text and press the Enter key b Press the Ctrl Left arrow key or Ctrl
130. th the correct holder slot see Figure 6 3 on page 6 6 a Make sure that the cartridge is engaged completely in the holder Note Push the cartridge until the cartridge locks into the cartridge holder that is till you hear a snap sound Rev AC Replace Smart Cartridges 6 5 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual b Make sure that the icon that indicates ink cartridge not loaded disappears The icon can take some seconds to disappear c Make sure that the cartridge level indicator 100 full 7 Figure 6 3 Cartridge Holder Slot 6 Insert the new make up fluid cartridge into the make up fluid cartridge holder by aligning the cartridge key with the correct holder slot a Make sure that the cartridge is engaged completely on the holder b Make sure that the icon that indicates make up fluid cartridge not loaded disappears The icon can take some seconds to disappear c Make sure that the icon that indicates cartridge level 100 full appears a i 6 6 Replace Smart Cartridges Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Inspect the Printhead Do the following tasks to inspect the printhead 1 Stop the ink jet and wait for the printer to completely shutdown 2 Disconnect the printer from the power supply 3 Loosen the printhead screw item 2 Figure 6 4 on page 6 9 Videojet 1620 and Figure 6 5 on page 6 9 Videojet 1620 UHS
131. the Nozzle Manifold and attach the Nozzle Bypass Manifold with gasket to it Perform Empty Core Procedure Note Printhead needs to be placed over a wash station or a suitable container to capture any overspill 4 After core procedure completes run the Flush Ink Core procedure and follow the printer instructions Note The total time to complete this process is approximately three hours It will require four sets of cartridges each cartridge set is attached for 30 to 45 minutes Each set upon completion will be half full with mixed fluids 5 Remove the Nozzle Bypass Manifold and fix the Nozzle Manifold with the gasket from the print engine deck The printer is now ready for storage or transportation Note When the ink core has been refilled with the ink removed for storage do not recalibrate viscosity on re install as the calibration data has been saved Note While preparing the printer for long term shut down for level 3 password please contact Videojet Technologies Inc at 1 800 843 3610 for all customers within the United States Outside the U S you should contact your Videojet Technologies Inc distributor or subsidiary for assistance Alternatively you can visit www videojet com gt Support gt Videojet Password Generator Preparation for Long term Shutdown Storage or Transportation 6 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Replace Smart Cartridges There are two types of smart cartridges Ink cartridge M
132. the ink jet stops This action prevents any deposits of ink on the printhead A clean printer operates correctly for longer periods of time Deflector Plate The deflector plate creates a high voltage field in the printhead The high voltage field deflects ink droplets for printing You can change the voltage in the deflector plate to control the character height Gutter The ink not used by the printhead returns through the gutter Icon A graphical symbol used to indicate a printer state or error condition LCD LCD is a thin flat display device made up of any number of color or monochrome pixels arrayed in front of a light source or reflector LED LED is a semiconductor device that emits visible light when an electric current passes through it Message Select The method to select the message from an external source and not through the keypad External source like the Programmable Logic Controller PLC or a switch box Glossary 1 Glossary 2 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Nozzle Ink is supplied to the nozzle assembly and pushed through a small orifice The nozzle assembly is made to vibrate to break the ink jet into a continuous stream of small drops of ink Parameters The settings which are applied to the message that is printed For example message width Phasing The microprocessor control system of the printer monitors the data from the phase detector This data make sure that there is synchronization be
133. tic Printer Stand Rev AC A 6 Optional Accessories Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Printhead Stand 1548 mm 70 inches 360 mm 14 2 inches we mm 10 2 inches i Figure A 5 Printhead Stand Optional Accessories A 7 Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Environmental Specifications The environmental specifications of the printer are shown in Table A 4 Operating temperature 5 C to 45 C 41 F to 113 F Rate of change of ambient 10 C 18 F per hour maximum temperature Relative humidity 0 to 90 non condensing Storage temperature 5 C to 50 C 41 F to 122 F in original packaging Industrial protection rating IP65 is standard Table A 4 Environmental Specifications Note When the printer is operated in an environment with elevated humidity or with certain inks including water sensitive inks air dryers or other items may be required Please contact Videojet Technologies Inc at 1 800 843 3610 for all customers within the United States Outside the U S customers should contact their Videojet Technologies Inc distributor or subsidiary for assistance Ink and Make up Fluid Capacity The ink and solvent capacity of the printer are shown in Table A 5 Ink Cartridge 750 milliliters Make up Fluid 750 milliliters Cartridge Table A 5 Ink and Make up Fluid Capacity Print Height The minimum and maximum height of the message for
134. tor or if the protective ground conductor is disconnected The failure to follow this warning can cause an electrical shock Rev AC Electrical Safety Guidelines 2 3 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always ground conductive equipment to an earthing electrode or to the building grounding system with approved cables as per NEC standards in order to drain all potential static discharge For example a metal service tray to earth ground N Warning PERSONAL INJURY A resistance reading from the grounded service tray to the equipment chassis or mounting bracket should be 0 to less than 1 ohm A resistance check should be made using a safe and reliable ohmmeter and should be done on frequent basis N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The PCBs contain static sensitive devices A suitably grounded antistatic wrist strap must be worn when working on or handling PCBs A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always prevent static discharge from occurring Use proper Grounding and Bonding methods Only use Videojet approved metallic service trays and ground cables N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always bond conductive equipment together with approved cables to maintain them at the same potential and minimize static discharge For example printhead to metal service tray 2 4 Electrical Safety Guidelines Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The Optional Wash Station has been
135. tween the charging of small ink drops and their break up Photocell A light activated switch that detects the presence of the product to start the printing Product Detector Photocell Product Delay The product delay is the time from when the photocell is activated and the message begins to print Quick Start Quick Start is used if the machine is turned off for only less than 30 minutes This start mode of the printer is used where the nozzle is not flushed Quick Stop Quick Stop is used if the machine will be off for less than 30 minutes This type of stop mode of the printer is used where the nozzle is full of ink RS 232 Serial data communications standard which enables the communication between the printer and other devices Satellites Small additional drops of ink in the ink stream caused by incorrect modulation settings Shaft Encoder A device that senses the changes in the product speed and enables the printer to adjust the print width Substrate The product surface where the printing occurs Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual User Fields A user field is inserted into a message The user field is copied into the message during the print operation only so that the user field includes the new updates For example expiry date Valve The hydraulic component in the Videojet 1620 1620 UHS printer to control the flow of ink within the printer Washdown A cleaning solution which cleans the
136. ubstitution ORN Raster Substitution CIN Raster Repeat 1 Raster Repeat 1 Figure 5 10 Default Parameters Dialog Box To Set Message Parameters When you create and edit a message you can change the values for the parameters Do the following task to set the Message Parameters 1 5 30 Manage Messages Press the Alt M keys or the F4 key only in Editor menu to open the Messages menu Under the Messages menu select the Message Parameters Figure 5 11 on page 5 30 to edit the values Note The changes made to the values under the message parameters is applicable only to current messages and not applied to the new messages Select each parameter that you require to edit and enter the required value After all the parameter values are set press the Enter key to return to the Message Editor screen Note The values that you set depend on the mode linear or divider stroke selected arameters For TEST MESSAGE idth Winches Character Height 5 Character Gap ol Product Delay inches 1 000 Reverse OFF Invert OFF Select Raster 16 high faster Substitution ON raster Repeat 1 Figure 5 11 Message Parameters Dialog Box Rev AC Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual To Clear a Message N Caution RISK OF DATA LOSS The Clear Message option when selected does not ask for confirmation to clear the message and also you cannot recover the messages that are cleared Do the following tasks to clear
137. vironment with elevated humidity or where certain water sensitive inks are used Please contact Videojet Technologies Inc at 1 800 843 3610 for all customers within the United States Outside the U S customers should contact their Videojet Technologies Inc distributor or subsidiary for assistance 3 6 Electronics Compartment Rev AC Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Ink Compartment The ink compartment of the printer contains the ink core module and the smart ink and make up fluid cartridges The cooling fan cools the ink compartment and a filter does not allow the dust into the ink compartment Ink Core Module The ink core module maintains the pressure and viscosity of the ink in the printer and contains the following parts e Ink Module nk Pump Note The ink core module comes as a single unit You cannot remove or replace any part inside the ink core module except the ink pump 1 Ink Cartridge 4 Ink Compartment Fan 2 Make up fluid Cartridge 5 Gutter Pump 3 Ink Core Module The components are not shown in the picture Figure 3 5 Ink Compartment Rev AC Ink Compartment 3 7 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Smart Cartridge Note Refer to Replace Smart Cartridges on page 6 4 to replace the cartridges The smart cartridges use the smart chip technology to ensure the proper and in shelf life ink and make up fluids are used Ink Compartment Fan
138. warning is disabled by entering Shutdown Service mode and enabled by leaving Service mode Printhead Cover The printhead cover is not closed Open correctly The printer continues to run but will not print If this icon appears when the printhead cover is closed correctly report the fault to a maintenance engineer Phase Threshold The printer is unable to acquire a phase Error profile with the phase threshold set to the minimum value Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Table 7 5 Warning Icons Rev AC Printer Status Icons 7 9 Videojet 1620 1620 UHS Operator Manual Remedial Action Ink Viscosity Too Pressure setpoint for correct velocity is greater than calculated pressure by gt 0 1 bar Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Ink Viscosity Too Pressure setpoint for correct velocity is less than calculated pressure by gt 0 1 bar Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Pressure Too High The actual pressure is gt 0 2 bar above the target pressure Contact Videojet maintenance engineer Pressure Too Low The actual pressure is 0 2 bar below the target pressure Contact Videojet maintenance engineer No Ink Cartridge No ink cartridge present Insert a new ink cartridge Wrong Ink The cartridge inserted into the ink Cartridge cartridge holder contains the wrong ink type Fluid REF and fluid TYPE must match ink core module specifications Ink Cartridge Ink past expiry date Insert a new ink Expired cartridge

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