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2. A 1 al I D D DUET 1 2 CLARITY CONTONE 5 8 5 bb d bein A 2 ill Seen Baer A 3 Environmental Specifications A 3 Font Specifications and Line Speeds A 4 Rev AB 3 Introduction About Videojet 2120 Printer Rev AB The Videojet 2120 is a low resolution drop on demand valve inkjet printer designed for large or medium sized character printing Depending on the type of printhead the printer has two models 700 series model e 800 series model The 700 model is designed for printing on porous surfaces such as corrugated cardboard cartons and trays paper bags and sacks timber gypsum board paper reels and other such materials The 800 model is for printing on non porous surfaces such as plastic bags and sacks plastic containers and shrink wrap coated corrugated cardboard foils metals piping and other similar materials The Videojet 2120 printer uses the CLARITY based controller interface for both the 700 and 800 series printheads CLARITY has enhanced features like the system configuration wizard that enables you to set the printhead type and direction prime printheads and define slant configuration 800 series model only The printer can drive a 7 or 16 drop printhead or can drive up to two 7 drop printheads per controller Four controllers can be configured as master slave
3. Purge Printnea Purge Printnea Printhead PresswePumePrnead PresswePumePrnead Printhead Figure 4 12 Pressure Purge Printhead 4 A warning appears as shown in Figure 4 13 Select OK Purging will eject a large amount of ink from the printhead Please place a Suitable ink receptical in front of the printhead and press OK to start the purge Figure 4 13 Warning Message 5 Purging operation begins Figure 4 14 on page 4 15 4 14 Purging Operation Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Pressure Purge Printhead Pressure Purge Printhead Figure 4 14 Purging 6 The following page appears after purging is complete Figure 4 15 Select OK OFFLINE 8 Pressure Purge Printhead Ar Pressure Purge Printhead Purging is complete Figure 4 15 Purging Complete Pressure purging is complete 7 Runa test print to check the quality of the print Slant Control Slant Control option is available for the 800 series printheads only It is slanted to print characters of different heights The printer will allow only a single product to be printed at a single instance This means that the gap between prints must be at least the Rev AB Slant Control 4 15 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual length of the printhead in the horizontal axis A no print error will be generated in the event the boxes arrive too close together The factors that affect how much the print is sla
4. Consumables Rev AB Purging Operation 4 11 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Consumables Rattle Purge Printhead 1 Rattle Purge Printhead 2 8 Last Changed sq V Figure 4 8 Rattle Purge Printhead 4 A warning appears as shown in Figure 4 9 Select OK Purging will eject a large amount of ink from the printhead Please place a Suitable ink receptical in front of the printhead and press OK to start the purge Figure 4 9 Warning Message 5 Purging operation begins Figure 4 10 on page 4 13 4 12 Purging Operation Rev Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Figure 4 10 Purging 6 The following page appears after the purging is complete Figure 4 11 Select OK Figure 4 11 Purging Complete Rattle purging operation is complete 7 Runa test print to check the quality of the print Pressure Purge Pressure Purge is used principally for priming the printhead on initial installation To pressure purge the printhead do the following tasks 1 Placea suitable container on the conveyor to collect the ink fluid being used Rev AB Purging Operation 4 13 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Note When Pressure Purge option is selected the printhead valves open rapidly for 0 5 seconds This consumes a large volume of fluid 2 Go to Tools gt Setup gt Consumables Figure 4 7 page 4 11 The Consumables page appears Figure 4 12 3 Select Pressure Purge Printhead
5. Electrical Power Air Supply Warning PERSONAL INJURY Ensure that all external energy sources are isolated from the printer before opening the outer casing This includes the mains power cable and I O cable assembly if used 2 8 Safety Warnings for Videojet 2120 Printer Rev AB Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Warning PERSONAL INJURY This equipment must be installed with a locally positioned mains supply isolation device This can be either a plug and socket or a switch connector or circuit breaker in accordance with IEC 60947 3 or IEC 60947 2 Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always disconnect the air supply and depressurize the ink system whenever fitting or removing ink containers Never remove a pressurized ink container from the protective case Do not exceed the maximum safe working pressure of the ink system Warning PERSONAL INJURY Before connecting compressed air supply to Videojet 2120 ensure the air regulator adjustment knob has been turned fully off Warning PERSONAL INJURY Ensure that any cables from the printer are secured to avoid chance of movement into walkways and becoming a trip hazard Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not point the printhead directly and in close proximity to the eyes unless the printer is switched off and isolated from the mains and compressed air supplies Safety Warnings for Videojet 2120 Printer 2 9 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Warning
6. PERSONAL INJURY The printer uses an operator control console Ensure that this panel is at a height where access and use is least restricted N Warning PERSONAL INJURY There will be sections of the Videojet 2120 control board that will be permanently powered via the on board lithium battery therefore it is essential that the board should never be placed onto nor stored in or on any conductive surface including conductive plastic bags etc as this would flatten the battery and or potentially result in battery overheating The battery cannot be replaced by the customer Warning PERSONAL INJURY When working on electrical equipment observe all statutory electrical safety codes and practices AN Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The Videojet 2120 printer is supplied with warning symbols for power supply and compressed air If any part of these symbols become damaged worn or removed they must be immediately replaced Medical Emergencies This section provides important medical information in case of an accident N Warning In the event of a medical emergency contact a physician immediately 2 10 Medical Emergencies Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Emergencies Involving Printer Fluids If the incident involves an ink or cleaning solution carry the bottle and or MSDS with you to the physician s office These items contain important information that the physician may require to provide the precise medical treatme
7. 3 1 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Provides Line selection mode that allows up to 16 jobs to be configured on the printer with the final selection of the job to print on the product being selected via the binary inputs as the box passes the printer allows for multiple lines to be merged before the print station Also supports non printing lines and production disabled lines Provides CLARITY Datafile support for random imaging applications where each print requires a unique pre assigned data to be printed Enables CLARITY Cloning and archiving support to allow easy backup and restore of the printers settings and jobs It also allows easy creation of duplicate printers Supports Web server user interface Home Page of CLARiTY The Home Page of CLARITY is shown in Figure 3 1 12 38 26 03 2010 V J2120 7 Dot Sample Throughput Batch Count Total Count Figure 3 1 Home Page of CLARITY Screen Description Icons The screen has icons that help you navigate to the key pages of the interface You can reach any key page from the current page with these icons Refer to Figure 3 2 on page 3 3 and Table 3 1 3 2 Page of CLARITY Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Status Window Home Tools Icon Navigation Bar Back Icon 8 Up Control Icons Print Icon Down Icon Figure 3 2 Shortcut Icons Icon Description Takes you to the H
8. 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 subpart B These limits are designed to provide responsible protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a industrial 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 such cases the users will be required to correct the interference at their 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 by TUV Rheinland Videojet 2120 Operator Manual For Customers in Canada Emissions The equipment complies with the Canada ICES 003 Class A Safety The equipment complies with Canadian standard C22 2 No 60950 1 2007 This equipment has been tested and certified for complianc
9. for any other purposes may lead to serious personal injury 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 Therefore we employ strict quality control techniques to eliminate the potential for defects and hazards in our products Rev AB Introduction 2 1 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual The safety guidelines provided in this chapter are intended to educate the operator on all safety issues so that the operator can operate the printer safely Safety Conventions Used in the Manual Specific safety information is listed throughout this manual in the form of Warning and Caution statements Pay close attention to these statements as they contain important information that help in avoiding potential hazards to yourself or to the equipment Warning Statements Warning statements are used to indicate hazards or unsafe practices that may result in personal injury or death They have a triangular symbol with an exclamation mark to the immediate left of the text They are always preceded by the word Warning They are always found before the step or information referring to the hazard For example Warning PERSONAL INJURY The next step Cleaning the Printhead must be performed by service or maintenance personnel Qualified personnel are those who have successfully completed the trainin
10. job Figure 5 11 Touch the job name on the screen and the WYSIWYG information of the job is displayed Figure 5 11 Job Name Rev AB Information about Current Job 5 11 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual The example below displays the job that the printer is printing The job is shown in the WYSIWYG display Figure 5 12 Use the Zoom icon to see a bigger image Back Job Figure 5 12 Zoom Button Touch the Back or Home icon to return to the Home Page Figure 5 12 Enable or Disable the Print On Line Off Line To enable the printer touch the Run green icon and the printer status bar changes to Running status Figure 5 13 To disable the printer touch the Stop red icon Figure 5 13 and the printer status bar returns to Offline status Batch Count ae Figure 5 13 Enable and Disable Printing 5 12 Enable or Disable the Print On Line Off Line Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Note If the print sensor is activated when the printer is in Offline status the printer will not operate Note If the print sensor is activated when the printer is in Online status the printer starts the print and performs all activities normally When the printer is in the or Offline status you can perform the following activities Select a new job Examine the printer parameters Note You can add the ink only when the printer is in the Offline shutdown status Print Position Adjustment R
11. the protective housing and unscrew the cap Dispose the empty ink bottle 4 Inspect the ink cap seal Refer Ink Cap Seal Replacement on page 6 3 for more information 5 Screw the cap on to the new ink bottle Place the bottle in the protective housing 6 Slowly increase the air pressure to 10 psi 0 7 bar on an 800 model or 5 psi 0 35 bar on a 700 series model Check for any leaks as the pressure increases If an air leak is present replace the ink cap seal 7 When operating pressure is reached lock the pressure regulator setting by pushing in the black knob 6 2 Ink Bottle Replacement Standard Fluid System Rev AB Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Ink Cap Seal Replacement Note The ink cap seal should be replaced when the filters are replaced and when an air leak is identified To replace the ink bottle cap seal do the following tasks 1 Remove the ink bottle Make sure that the ink type of the new ink bottle is same as that of the old ink bottle Figure 6 2 Please check that the ink type of the new ink container is the same as the old container Mixing ink types can cause damage to your system causing the printer to fail Figure 6 2 Check Ink Type Message 2 Follow the instructions that appears on the Warning Screen to change the ink bottle Figure 6 3 on page 6 4 Ink Bottle Replacement Standard Fluid System 6 3 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Ink C
12. to drive up to four 16 drop printheads or four 7 drop printheads Note All instances of printer in this document are references to the Videojet 2120 printer Air Driven System Optional Accessory The printer can use the Air Driven System ADS to deliver ink to printheads The ADS is air driven and fully automatic It is easy to install requires minimal maintenance and provides high quality performance Note Refer to Chapter 4 Equipment Operation for information on ADS Startup and Shutdown Optional Accessory on page 4 5 About Videojet 2120 Printer 1 1 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 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 2120 Service Manual with Part Number 462179 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 462178 04 Table 1 1 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 7 Availability of the Service Manual is indicated by a plus sign For more information contact the Video
13. 2 4 Ink Safety CIIIde Iles osea Roe pod eoi 2 5 Safety Warnings for Videojet 2120 Printer 2 8 Medical lends 2 10 Emergencies Involving Printer Fluids 2 11 Chapter 3 CLARITY Operator Interface TULLEOOLHIO ELO TE eco Ll uz desc ot arse S 3 1 Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Home Pace or CLARPLYO 3 2 Ocreen DesctIDHOD 5 5 id occides 3 2 ICONS ttt okt Uem 3 2 Dato Pi y Pad b den de Bet eee 3 5 Chapter 4 Equipment Operation T r nte POE V qoi epa erect uc utu 4 1 Turn Off tbe PEIBEGE oce epa RD REDDE E ms 4 2 Alt Pressures owed Atak motivar Gare Pee esate 4 3 Dill cts ashe dieu teen 4 4 ADS Startup and Shutdown Optional Accessory 4 5 Startup PEOGOOUEE o Eae uere e 4 5 Shutdown tOCedutec ue bust tate 4 8 Print Quality gia 4 8 asini debita needed ake dade 4 8 abd hon ee awqaq un aa nd ea a Se ae 4 9 Une Cy sag shia Sp Mahe utet ees eor P anti 4 10 Pressure CUr C M sass 4 13 SIS CONUIOl 4 15 Remthead Anele i e oed paene ttt 4 16 Pritt Width a suy word 4 18 T UICE NERONI CPP 4 19 Chapter 5 Common
14. 29 Web www videojet com Service Program About Total Source Commitment Total Source TOTAL SERVICE PLUS RELIABILITY is 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 Installation services Maintenance training Customer response center Technical support Field service Extended hours phone assistance Parts and supplies Repair service iii Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Customer Training Fluids 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 subsidiary office or their local Videojet distributor for more information The printer is designed to operate with certain Videojet Technologies Inc fluids To order more fluids please contact Videoj
15. 3 Velocity Fuse 2 Regulator Inlet 4 Reset Button Figure 4 4 Applying Air to the Ink System 3 Pullup on the regulator knob to unlock 4 Turn regulator knob clockwise until the output pressure gauge registers in accordance with the Table 4 2 in Figure 4 5 on page 4 7 Note Values in the table are for printheads mounted at the same height as the ADS Increase the pressure by 0 5 Ibs for every foot that your highest printhead is above the top of the ADS Note Exceeding the specification will result in darker print but your system will use more ink and the ink may splatter If you increase the pressure beyond the specification make sure you use the lowest setting that still produces the desired print quality 5 Push down on the regulator knob to lock the pressure setting 4 6 ADS Startup and Shutdown Optional Accessory Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Pressure Decrease Increase N 1 Output Pressure Gauge 2 Regulator Knob Figure 4 5 Ink System Pressure Settings Type of Printhead Pressure Setting Note Values in the table are for printheads mounted at the same height as the ADS Increase the pressure by 0 5 Ibs for every foot that your highest printhead is above the top of the ADS Table 4 2 Ink System Pressure Settings Rev AB ADS Startup and Shutdown Optional Accessory 4 7 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Shutdown Procedure Remove air fro
16. B Print Position Adjustment 5 15 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Registration Delay Dot Size Figure 5 18 Printhead Setup Page 2 Touch the Registration Delay icon Enter the new print position in millimeters with the keypad Figure 5 19 Follow any of the below methods to make the adjustments Touch the and lt icons to make small adjustments in the position Touch the data entry pad icon and use the pad to enter a new number Figure 5 20 on page 5 17 Enter the Min Max or Default values Figure 5 21 on page 5 17 Registration Delay Data Entry Pad Figure 5 19 Registration Delay 5 16 Print Position Adjustment Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Default 0 T Figure 5 21 Min Max and Default Values 3 Touch the OK icon to set the new position Note Smaller values move the print closer to the front edee of the product Larger values move the print away from the front edge Rev AB Print Position Adjustment 5 17 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Warnings and Fault Messages When a Warning or a Fault condition occurs CLARITY displays the related message at the top of the screen Figure 5 22 E5204 Low Ink 5 Hame 15 12 277047201 e VJ2120 7 Dot Sample 0 Throughput Batch Count Total Count 0 Figure 5 22 Warning Message Co Warnings CLARITY displays all the Warning messages with an amber color in the backgr
17. Operations 0 ens Stata au a eee usq puas 5 1 Variable i dhe estradiol sa ees 5 1 Character API DULES 3 oci odio kalawasa d 5 2 oelecta JoD TOP TODUN scs ern chen ee m ed ar mtb dee wees 5 5 ote Se e ruens etu us 5 5 Variable l Ora IOo sa ts atr qu Load 5 8 P 5 8 How to Change Variable Information 5 9 Information about Current Job 5 11 Enable or Disable the Print On Line Off Line 5 12 Print POsition AG USING se sited Eo PES UEM p 5 13 Warnings and Fault Messages 5 18 pet the Correct limeand uy ee er ee xa 5 22 Select the Correct 5 23 Setting the Screen Orientation 5 25 Selecion erreser dia o en ECARE en dust PAD 5 27 Power Davie Moden a ORE a E EATE pr 5 30 2 Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Chapter 6 Maintenance Ink Bottle Replacement Standard Fluid System 6 1 Ink Cap Seal Replacement 6 3 INozzle X leh a reno xd EM 6 5 Ink System Filter Replacement 6 6 Air Driven System Flushing Optional Accessory 6 7 Appendix A Specifications Electrical Specifications
18. OviDeoser Videojet 2120 Operator Manual P N 462178 01 Revision AB November 2010 Copyright November 2010 Videojet Technologies Inc herein referred to as Videojet 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 CLARITY and CLARiNET are registered trademarks Videojet Technologies Inc 1500 Mittel Boulevard Phone 1 800 843 3610 Wood Dale IL Fax 1 800 582 1343 60191 1073 USA Int Fax 630 616 3629 www videojet com Offices USA Atlanta Chicago Int l Canada France Germany Ireland Japan Spain Singapore The Netherlands and The United Kingdom Distributors Worldwide Compliance Information Rev AB For Customers in the U S A The equipment complies to UL 60950 1 2007 NRTL accredited certification This equipment complies with USA Part 15 of the FCC Rules subpart B Class A Operation of the equipment is subject to the following two conditions 1 This equipment may not cause harmful interference and 2 This equipment must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Warning PERSONAL INJURY Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s
19. PLAIN FLOUR BEST BEFORE len 2 ABC DEF Che 4 D xL 5 rors Bruv 9wxvz 14 0 Figure 3 5 Data Entry Pad The different keys in the data entry pad are shown in Table 3 2 Key Characters in turn 1 1 amp amp CLE lt gt DEF3defE EEe e e GHI4ghill fit JKL5jkl MNO6mno O GNo 660669fi Table 3 2 Data Entry Pad Map English Default Rev AB Data Entry Pad 3 5 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Characters in turn PQRS 7pars B TUV8tuv U WXYZ9wxyz Cursor left Cursor right Backspace Clear Table 3 2 Data Entry Pad Map English Default Continued 3 6 Data Entry Pad Rev AB Equipment Operation This chapter describes the procedures to do the following tasks Turn on off the printer Set the air pressure Start the printer ADS Startup and Shutdown Optional Accessory Get high quality print Purging Procedures Slant Control 800 series printheads only Turn On the Printer Note If you are using Optional ADS Ink Supply refer to Startup Procedure on page 4 5 and follow the procedure from step 4 below To turn on the printer do the following tasks 1 Rev AB Make sure that the ink bottle is not empty Insert a new ink bottle if necessary Refer to Ink Bottle Replacement Standard Fluid System on page 6 1 for more information Make sure that all cables and pipes are not da
20. ariable information refer to How to Change Variable Information on page 5 9 for more information Variable Information Introduction If there are Job Variables variable information fields like a Batch Code on the selected Job CLARITY prompts to edit or enter these fields If there are any variable TEXT fields CLARiTY displays them first The check box at the side of variable fields indicates the fields that are entered and fields that are not entered Figure 5 7 on page 5 9 A checkmark is added to the check box as you edit or enter the data in CLARiTY When all the boxes have a checkmark you can continue to the next step To select the Job variable you require to change touch the related prompt This variable gets highlighted and display the default data in the data window Figure 5 7 on page 5 9 To change the variable text touch the data window and use the data entry keypad 5 8 Variable Information Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual The Figure 5 7 shows the Job Variables for the job and there is a DATE field variable only for use as a Best Before End Date How to Change Variable Information Do the following tasks to change the default data for the DATE field variable in the Job 1 Ifthe default date displayed in the data window 11 March 2004 is correct touch the OK icon and this date is printed Figure 5 7 Data Window Checkbox Prompt Figure 5 7 Job Variables R
21. e with Canadian regulations regarding safety by TUV Rheinland For Customers in the European Union This equipment displays the CE mark to indicate conformance to the following legislation Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004 108 EC EN 61000 6 2 Generic immunity standard industrial environment EN 55022 4 A1 Class A Radio disturbance characteristics Limits and methods of measurement for IT equipment EN 55024 A2 Immunity characteristics Limits and methods of measurement for IT equipment EN 61000 3 2 A1 Limits for harmonic current emissions equipment input current up to and including 16A per phase EN 61000 3 3 A1 Limitations of voltage fluctuation and flicker in low voltage supply systems for equipment and rated currents up to and including 16A per phase Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC EN 60950 1 Safety requirements for information technology equipment including electrical business equipment Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Support and Training Rev AB Contact Information If you have any questions or need assistance contact Videojet Technologies Inc at 1 800 843 3610 for all customers within the United States Outside the U S customers must contact their Videojet Technologies Inc distributor 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 36
22. efer to Print Quality on page 4 8 Make sure that the ink system filter is not blocked refer to Ink System Filter Replacement on page 6 6 Check if there are any leaks in the ink bottle cap seal Remove any air in the ink line Maintain the Dot Size as required refer to Dot Size on page 4 19 Purging Operation Warning PERSONAL INJURY Place a suitable service tray in front of the printhead during the purging operation Do not re use any ink collected in this way as this may introduce contamination into the printer Dispose the ink so that there is no fire or health risk Warning PERSONAL INJURY The waste container or service tray ground to the printhead must be made of metal Use of a non metallic waste container service tray may result in electrostatic discharge Rev AB Purging Operation 4 9 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always prevent static discharge from occurring Use proper Grounding and Bonding methods Always bond conductive equipment together with approved cables to maintain them at the same potential and minimize static discharge Only use Videojet approved metallic service trays and ground cables N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always empty the service trays frequently Some inks and cleaning solutions are flammable Make sure that the waste fluids are disposed according to HAZMAT Note The procedures below explains for single printhead only For dual prin
23. et Technologies Inc at 1 800 843 3610 for all customers within the United States Outside the U S customers must contact their Videojet Technologies Inc distributor or subsidiary for assistance Rev AB Table of Contents Compliance Information For Customers in the U S A 2o 1 For Customers in Canada EEE BEELER EAS 11 For Customers in the European Ulnion Support and Training uu 111 DOFUICOT TOS EELE E E PE belg i IO o rm IO Table of Contents Chapter 1 Introduction 2120 1 1 Air Driven System Optional Accessory 1 1 VIA gal deinde ed behead ertet ds 1 2 Related Publications s k say E oes a oq d da e bes 1 2 Lote tae wee obs wet EL a eee aid 1 2 DD 1 4 Main 1 4 1 5 About CLARiTYG Operating System 1 5 Chapter 2 Safety IntrOg UG HOD seite used p KON bes pe euet dus 2 1 Safety Conventions Used in Manual 2 2 Warning SEOlet fle DES we aues Set 2 2 Cali ir emeni dott ib iet 2 2 Equipment Safety Guidelines bit 2 3 Comply with Electrical 2 3 Do Not Remove Warning Labels 2 4 Placement Of the Printer Un
24. ev AB The position of the printed message on the product can be altered electronically By introducing a delay in starting the print cycle the printer will print the message earlier or later as shown in Figure 5 14 and Figure 5 15 on page 5 14 The ability to delay the printing allows flexibility in positioning the system The messages can be printed on to different sized products without having to move the printhead The print can be inverted reversed or both to cater for the orientation and direction of travel of the product Print Position Adjustment 5 13 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Figure 5 15 Message Printed Late 800 Series Printhead To adjust the position of the print with reference to the front edge of the box do the following tasks 5 14 Print Position Adjustment Rev Videojet 2120 Operator Manual If a single printhead is attached to the printer the Printhead Setup page appears as shown in Figure 5 18 on page 5 16 If dual printheads are attached to the printer an initial screen Figure 5 16 on page 5 15 appears before Printhead Setup page Figure 5 17 on page 5 15 Select the correct printhead for set up 1 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Printhead in the Home Page The Printhead Setup page appears V lt Figure 5 16 Dual Headed Printhead Setup System egistration play Product AR Left to right V lt Figure 5 17 Dual Printhead Setup Page Rev A
25. ev AB Variable Information 5 9 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 2 Touch data window or the data entry pad to move to the calendar page if you want to change the date information Figure 5 8 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Figure 5 8 Calendar Page To change the month and the year touch the P and 4 icons until the correct month and year is reached To select a day of the month touch the date Note The red box in Figure 5 8 displays the current date and the blue background displays the date selected for printing The dates that are not available for selection are in grey box 3 Touch the OK icon and the data information is changed If you have many dates in your Job repeat the steps one and two for each date 4 CLARITY automatically returns to the Job variables list where the check box for the date field is selected Figure 5 9 Job Variables Enter Date Figure 5 9 Checked Box 5 10 Variable Information Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 5 Touch the OK icon and continue to the WYSIWYG Preview screen Figure 5 10 Use the Zoom icon to see a bigger image Figure 5 10 Preview 6 Check the Job for correct data and touch the OK icon The printer prints all the products with the new job information You can touch the OK icon else you can touch the Cancel icon or the Home icon to return to the start Information about Current Job The Home Page displays the name of the current
26. f and approach the printheads Always touch the touchscreen to check and confirm printer activity Touch the Startup Shutdown icon to start the printer The events that occur after you touch the Startup Shutdown icon are as follows 1 The Offline status appears in status window of a CLARITY Home Page refer to Figure 4 3 on page 4 5 2 The Stop and Run icons become active Figure 4 3 on page 4 5 4 4 Start the Printer Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Offline Status Startup Shutdown 2 mmm P Figure 4 3 Home Page Offline 3 Ifa fault or a warning condition exists a fault or warning message appears in the status window instead of the Offline status You must clear the fault or warning message before you continue printing Refer to Warnings and Fault Messages on page 5 18 for more information on Fault and Warning messages ADS Startup and Shutdown Optional Accessory Note Refer to the Service Manual D N 462179 for complete information on the ADS ink system Startup Procedure To start the ADS ink system 1 Connect the air supply to the ink system Figure 4 4 on page 4 6 2 If your ink system has a velocity fuse press and hold the velocity fuse reset button for five seconds Rev AB ADS Startup and Shutdown Optional Accessory 4 5 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 1 Compressed Air
27. f separation can be altered if required Upper and Lower Case Both upper and lower case characters can be printed Character Note Due to the limited number of dots available true descenders are not generated when a seven dot high printhead is used Table 5 1 Print Features 5 2 Print Features Rev Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Feature Description and Example Multi Stroke Characters If the print needs to be emphasized it can be printed in the multi stroke mode Every dot of the image is printed twice or as required you can set a higher number At the lowest multi stroke setting each dot is printed twice so each character grows to twice its original length Bold Characters Every dot is laid down twice vertically so that all verticals double in width to two dots wide and each character grows in width by one dot When bold is selected the image length does not increase as much as the image length of the multi stroke characters Print Heights Different print heights are available For the 700 series the print height is determined by the set of holes used to house the nozzles For the 800 series the printhead is slanted to alter the print height Table 5 1 Print Features Continued Rev AB Print Features 5 3 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Feature Description and Example Single Seven Dot High A single seven dot high printhead can produce a single row of five Printhead dot high pr
28. g courses have sufficient experience with the printer and are aware of the potential hazards to which they are exposed Caution Statements Caution statements are used to indicate hazards or unsafe practices that can result in equipment or property damage They have a triangular symbol with an exclamation mark to the immediate left of the text They are always preceded by the word Caution They are always found before the step or information referring to the hazard 2 2 Safety Conventions Used in the Manual Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Example Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Never turn off the printer by switching the AC power switch Off O position Before pressing the Off key allow the printer to complete the three and a half minute shutdown sequence Failure in following this procedure prevents the printer from drawing the ink in the ink return line back into the reservoir This may cause the ink to dry in the ink return line resulting in problems when you turn the printer on again Equipment Safety Guidelines This section contains important safety guidelines pertaining to the operation and handling of the printer and associated equipment Warning PERSONAL INJURY While performing maintenance or repair work disconnect the mains supply unless it is absolutely necessary to leave the supply on while carrying out adjustments Comply with Electrical Codes Warning PERSONAL INJURY e
29. hange your ink container now 13 Turn off the air pressure to the ink system 2 Remove the ink cap from the old ink bottle 3 Fit the ink cap to the new ink bottle 3 Fit the ink cap to the new ink bottle 4 Turn the air pressure to the ink system back Press OK when complete Figure 6 3 Change Ink Bottle 3 Select the ink bottle size as per your requirements Figure 6 4 Figure 6 4 Container Size Confirm 6 4 Ink Bottle Replacement Standard Fluid System Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 4 Touch the OK button after replacing the cap and the system is ready for use Figure 6 5 Figure 6 5 System Ready For Use Nozzle Cleaning Caution EQUIPMENT DAMACGE The Videojet 2120 printhead valves are factory set and tested by computer No attempt should be made to adjust the valves under any circumstances Evidence of tampering invalidates any warranty claims To clean the nozzle do the following tasks 1 Perform purging of the printheads Refer to Purging Operation on page 4 9 on how to purge the 700 and 800 series printhead 2 If purging does not correct errors like missing dots rinse the nozzles with the appropriate Videojet solvent Do not wipe the nozzles Use a lint free cloth to remove any dried ink from the nozzle plate and take care to wipe around the individual nozzles Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Avoid wiping the individual nozzle orifices as wiping may force debris f
30. igure 5 26 3 Touch Date and the calendar page appears Figure 5 27 4 Use the and lt Icons to select the current month and year 5 Touch and select the current date from the calendar 6 Touch the OK button 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Figure 5 27 Calendar Page 5 22 Set the Correct Time and Date Rev Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 7 Touch the Time icon and the time page appears Figure 5 28 on page 5 23 lt j Minutes 29P 4 Seconds 44 Figure 5 28 Time 8 Usethe and keys to set the Hours Minutes and Seconds 9 Touch the OK button 10 Touch the Home icon to return to the Home Page Select the Correct Language CLARITY has the ability to display all pages in different languages and date codes in the format for that country For example Month Day Year for USA and Day Month Year for UK Do the following tasks to select the language 1 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Control gt Internationalisation and the Internationalisation page appears Figure 5 29 on page 5 24 The current language is displayed Rev AB Select the Correct Language 5 23 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Language RegianiCauntry Figure 5 29 Internationalisation Page 2 Touch the Language icon and select the language you require from the list The selected language is highlighted Figure 5 30 Figure 5 30 Language Selection 3 Touch the OK icon 4 Select the Region Country icon
31. int or a single row of seven dot high print Two Seven Dot High If two seven dot high printheads are fitted then two rows of five Printheads dot high print or two rows of seven dot high print can be printed CoE TET SEGRE E Wv L k Sixteen Dot High Printhead When a sixteen dot high printhead is fitted the following print features are available Five dot high print on one or two lines e Seven dot high print on one or two lines One line of sixteen dot high print LE TET TT Tree ity s PT LI FI Table 5 1 Print Features Continued 5 4 Print Features Rev Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Select a Job for Printing Introduction When the printer is in Running Offline or in the Shutdown status you can select a new print image or job You can select edit and see the image on the WYSIWYG display before printing the image Touch the OK icon to replace the current image with the new job If you must cancel the process of job selection touch the Cancel icon or the Home icon refer to Figure 5 6 on page 5 8 Note The procedure below explains for single printhead only Procedure To select a job for printing do the following tasks 1 Touch the Job icon Figure 5 1 A Job List page with the different jobs stored in
32. inthead Dimensions mm 800 Series Printhead a 168 DE D G K D GO K G O Kh Ch GO Kh Ch GO Kh Figure A 3 800 Printhead Dimensions mm Environmental Specifications The environmental specifications of the printer are shown in Table A 3 Operating temperature 5 C 40 C 41 F 104 F Rate of change of ambient 10 C 50 F per hour maximum temperature Table A 3 Electrical Specifications Rev AB Environmental Specifications 3 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Relative humidity 10 to 90 relative non condensing Table A 3 Electrical Specifications Continued Font Specifications and Line Speeds Table A 4 lists the print heights and the speeds for the 700 series printheads for absorbent substrates Note Minimum speed is 13mm sec for both 700 and 800 series printheads Printhead Type Print Height mm Max Line Speed m min Table A 4 700 series Printhead Maximum Line Speeds Note Dot size setting can have an effect on the maximum line speed Table A 5 lists the printhead angle print height and the maximum line speed of the 800 series printheads for non absorbent substrates Printhead Angle 807 Print Height mm 816 Print Height mm die Line Speed m Table 5 800 Series Printhead Maximum Line Speeds Note Dot size setting can have an effect on the maximum line speed A 4 Font Specifications and Line Speeds Rev AB
33. jet distributor or subsidiary Language Availability see note English US NNNM CNN wm m fem p w sm p C wo mem 0 or mem a ma Simplified Table 1 1 List of Language Codes 1 2 About the Manual Rev AB Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Language Availability see note po wmm LEN p RN m se p D mm m fe p RN m me p m we p m me p Hungarian Table 1 1 List of Language Codes Continued Note The symbols in the Availability column indicates the following The symbol indicate the availability of Operator Manual The symbol indicate the availability of Service Manual For more information contact Videojet Technologies Inc at 1 800 843 3610 for all customers within the United States Outside the U S the customers must contact their Videojet Technologies Inc distributor 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 Related Publications 1 3 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Abbreviations Abbreviation Expansion Table 1 2 Abbreviations Main Parts Figure 1 1 and Figure 1 2 on page 1 5 show the printer with the 700 series printhead and 800 series printhead 1 700 Series Printhead 2 CLARITY C
34. lectrical wiring and connections must comply with applicable local codes Consult the appropriate regulatory agency for further information Rev AB Equipment Safety Guidelines 2 3 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Do Not Remove Warning Labels N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not under any circumstances remove or obstruct any warning caution or instruction labels present on the printer Placement of the Printer N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not place the printer in a hazardous location Hazardous locations might cause an explosion leading to personal injury Outside the United States you must ensure compliance with all local regulations regarding equipment placement in potentially hazardous locations Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Make sure that the materials used for ventilation are resistant to the methanol ethanol acetone and methyl ethyl ketone MEK Most non porous inks used in the printer contain a minimum of one of these chemicals Common ventilation materials like PVC are not resistant to these chemicals 2 4 Placement of the Printer Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Ink Safety Guidelines This section provides important safety guidelines pertaining to the use and handling of printer supplies inks cleaning solutions AN Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE It is recommended to use only Videojet fluids to ensure print quality and correct printer operation Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always observe
35. lled bottles must be disposed in accordance with the local regulations Wear Safety Glasses Warning PERSONAL INJURY Wear safety glasses with side shields or equivalent eye protection when handling any ink or cleaning solution If it splashes on your eyes flush your eyes with water for 15 minutes and consult a physician immediately Avoid Skin Contact Warning PERSONAL INJURY Wear butyl rubber gloves when handling any ink or cleaning solution Avoid contact with skin and mucous membranes nasal passage throat Upon contact with the skin remove any contaminated clothing and wash the area with soap and water Consult a physician if irritation persists 2 6 Ink Safety Guidelines Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Avoid Breathing in the Vapors Warning PERSONAL INJURY Prolonged breathing of cleaning fluid vapours may cause drowsiness and or effects similar to alcoholic intoxication If respiratory protection is needed a cartridge organic respirator can be used Dispose Ink Properly Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not pour any ink or cleaning solution into sinks sewers or drains Waste disposal must comply with local regulations Contact the appropriate regulatory agency for further information Read the Material Safety Data Sheets Warning PERSONAL INJURY Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS before using the ink or cleaning solution An MSDS exists for each t
36. m the ink system to shut it down Figure 4 6 on page 4 6 N cd S amp S NI q 1 Compressed Air 2 Regulator Inlet Figure 4 6 Removing Air from the Ink System Print Quality Throw distance The throw distance for both models the printhead nozzle to substrate distance should be kept to a minimum With the 700 series printhead optimum print quality is achieved using a throw distance of 3mm Throw distances of up to 20 mm are possible with the 800 printhead but the maximum recommended is 6 mm The closer the printhead is to the substrate the better the quality of the print To achieve good quality print make sure you follow the below instructions A high grip and flat belt conveyor with pack guidance is recommended Make sure that the products move past the printhead in a consistent manner 4 8 Print Quality Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Gravity roller conveyors are not recommended The box speed and spacing can change according to the product speed and weight Powered roller conveyors can decrease the print quality This type of roller is not recommended for high resolution graphic applications Make sure the printhead nozzles are clean at all times refer to Purging Operation on page 4 9 Maintain the correct air pressure refer to Set the Air Pressure on page 4 3 Monitor the ink levels r
37. maged and are connected correctly Turn ON the air supply to the ink system Make sure that the ink system pressure is correct Refer to Set the Air Pressure on page 4 3 for more information Turn ON the mains supply to the printer and check whether CLARITY is powered up correctly The status window of the Home Page shows the SHUTDOWN status Turn On the Printer 4 1 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Shutdown Status Startup Shutdown Icon Stop red Run green Figure 4 1 Home Page 5 During SHUTDOWN the Stop red and Run green icons Figure 4 1 are unavailable in grey color Note If the print sensor is activated accidentally the printer will not operate as the sensor and encoder input are ignored during the shutdown status When production line and printer are ready for start up perform the steps mentioned in Start the Printer on page 4 4 Turn Off the Printer 1 Touch the Stop red icon to stop the CLARITY application The printer returns to the Offline state Figure 4 3 on page 4 5 Note To go to the Shutdown Safe state touch the Startup Shutdown icon 2 Turn OFF the air supply to the ink system Note To shutdown the Optional ADS system refer to Shutdown Procedure on page 4 8 3 Turn OFF the mains supply 4 2 Turn Off the Printer Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Set the Air Pressure The printer comes with an air regulator During the installation of the printer the air reg
38. n link the fault status to the production line then the printer can stop the line The above interlock helps the customer to make sure that the printing is done on all the products Touch the Fault message area and the CLARiTY screen displays some instructions The example in Figure 5 25 on page 5 21 shows that there is an External Error to the printer The instructions on the screen tells you how you can clear the error 5 20 Warnings and Fault Messages Rev AB Rev AB The operation of the printer has been suspended by the control system If the Clear button is available below vau may press it ta clear this error and resume printing x 3026 External Error The operation of the printer has been suspended by the control system If the Clear button is available below vau may press it ta clear this error and resume printing Figure 5 25 Out of Ink Fault Videojet 2120 Operator Manual When the Fault message is cleared then the printer is ready to be put back online Warnings and Fault Messages 5 21 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Set the Correct Time and Date Do the following tasks to set the correct time and date at the CLARITY screen 1 Navigate to Tools gt Setup gt Control from the Home Page The Control page appears Figure 5 26 Hecalibrate Touchscreen Set Screen Orientation Date And Time Figure 5 26 Control Page 2 Select the Date and Time list displayed F
39. n the filter corresponds with the direction of ink flow Refit the clip to the connections Refit the new bottle of ink and pressurize the system Check the ink system for any leaks Air Driven System Flushing Optional Accessory N Caution Rev AB EQUIPMENT DAMAGE When flushing your system make sure you use a solvent that matches your ink type Incompatible inks and solvents can damage your equipment To flush the ADS 1 Replace your ink container with the same size container of solvent For more information refer to the Service Manual P N 462179 Replacement of Ink Container Follow the instructions with the following exception Do not connect the ink return line to the solvent container Install a male fitting RP14562 and a short piece of tubing RP25882 on the ink return line refer to Figure 6 8 on page 6 9 Disconnect the ink out line from the air separator refer to Figure 6 7 on page 6 8 and install a male fitting RP14562 and a short piece of tubing RP25882 on the out line refer to Figure 6 8 on page 6 9 Direct both pieces of tubing into a waste container Provide air supply to the ADS If your ADS has a velocity fuse press and hold the velocity fuse reset button for five seconds Flush your ADS until the solvent comes out clear Disconnect air supply from the ADS Remove the male fitting and tubing assemblies Air Driven System Flushing Optional Accessory 6 7 Videojet 2120 O
40. nt Rev AB Medical Emergencies 2 11 CLARiTY Operator Interface This chapter contains the following topics Introduction and Features of CLARITY Home Page of CLARITY Description Data Entry Pad Introduction The CLARiTY operator interface is a touch screen system The icons in the interface help the operator to navigate through the software easily The interface also contains the icons that are like buttons on the normal control panel for example The operator can touch the active areas to select the required feature Some of the important features of CLARITY are as follows Supports up to two printheads per CLARiTY This enables running of four printheads supported from the master with a master slave cluster via an ethernet connection Supports Master Slave cluster of up to four CLARITY devices The total number of printheads must not exceed four Supports graphics such as lines boxes ellipses and two color bitmaps Provides comprehensive Date functionality This will include unlimited number of calculated dates user concession management date rounding date chaining and calendar rules Provides Counter functionality like incrementing decrementing and repeating counts Provides user data entry protection including user lists limited character and length entry of printed information Enables Remote Database mode in conjunction with CLARiNET Rev AB Introduction
41. nted are listed below The width setting increasing the width setting will lengthen the printed message The printhead angle will cause the print to rotate either clockwise or anticlockwise depending on the direction of travel of the substrate The angle setting is clockwise between 0 and 80 standing behind printhead f a shaft encoder is not being used a mismatch between the substrate speed and the controller set up speed will cause the print to rotate The angle at which the printhead is mounted affects both the height and angle of the print The following three parameters are required to set up 800 series printhead to print with slant correctly Printhead Angle Print Width Scaling Dot size Note For dual printheads each printhead must be set up separately Printhead Angle To set up the printhead angle do the following tasks 1 Position the printhead on the line as required for correct print height If the printhead is positioned close to vertical maximum print height and print speed theoretical is achieved 2 Goto Tools gt Setup gt Printhead Select Print Size Figure 4 16 on page 4 17 4 16 Slant Control Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual a OFFLINE 8 Tools 5etup FPrinthead lt CAM E Registration Delay Dot Size S JOOS Figure 4 16 Print Size 3 The Print Size page appears Figure 4 17 4 Select Printhead Angle to adjust the printhead angle The pri
42. nthead angle can be set between 0 to 80 The default printhead angle is 0 Printhead Print Size Printhead Angle int Width ME 100 manan ry aiiis TT6mm s Current Print Width O Figure 4 17 Select Printhead Angle 5 The Printhead Angle page appears Figure 4 18 on page 4 18 where you can adjust the printhead angle using 4 and p Rev AB Slant Control 4 17 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Figure 4 18 Adjust Printhead Angle Select Keypad icon Figure 4 18 to enter values Enter the required angle Select OK Run a test print to determine the next adjustment to be made O O If the product moves from left to right a If the print is slanted to the right of the vertical increase the printhead angle until the text appears vertical on the test print b If the print is slanted to the left of the vertical decrease the printhead angle until the text appears vertical on the test print 10 If the product moves from right to left a If the print is slanted to the left of the vertical increase the printhead angle until the text appears vertical on the test print b If the print is slanted to the right of the vertical decrease the printhead angle until the text appears vertical on the test print Print Width Scaling To adjust the width of the text do the following tasks 1 Goto Tools gt Set up gt Printhead 2 Print Size Select Print Width Scaling Figure 4 17
43. ob to the correct line To assign the correct job to the correct line do the following tasks 1 Select Job from the Home page Figure 5 35 A A lt V Figure 5 35 Select Job 2 To assign a particular job to Line 1 a Select Line 1 Figure 5 36 Line Select 4 12120 7 Dot Sample Production Disabled Production Disabled Ex Production Disabled V V Figure 5 36 Line Select b Select the correct job from the job list Select OK Figure 5 37 on page 5 28 Rev AB Line Selection 5 27 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Figure 5 37 Job Select c You can preview the assigned job Figure 5 38 Figure 5 38 Job Select Page d Touch OK and Home Page appears e The job selected is shown on the Line Select page Figure 5 39 on page 5 29 5 28 Line Selection Rev Videojet 2120 Operator Manual qp E IS el c s Figure 5 39 Job Select Preview 3 To Remove the line assignment a Touch the X Line Select page Figure 5 40 Line Select V J2120 7 Dot Sample Production Disabled Production Disabled EX lt Production Disabled Figure 5 40 Line Select Page b Remove Line Assignment page appears with the following choices Figure 5 41 on page 5 30 To disable a production line select Disable Figure 5 41 on page 5 30 Toallow the product to go out witho
44. ome page Status Takes you to the Fault and Warning Screens Window Takes you to the Setup and Diagnostics Tools page ScrollBar Allows to navigate up and down the screen selected This icon is useful to find a Job in the Videojet 2120 database Control Refer to Control Icons on page 3 3 icons Job Use to load the next image job for printing and to enter any variable data Navigation Indicates the location of your current screen in the menu tree Bar The current screen allows you to do the following tasks Touch the Back icon to return one level up Touch any level displayed on the Navigation Bar to take you to that level Table 3 1 Shortcut Icons Control Icons You can use the control icons to control the printer immediately refer to Figure 3 3 on page 3 4 Rev AB Screen Description 3 3 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 3 Startup Shut Down Stop Run Figure 3 3 Control Frame Icons Active Areas The Production Performance and Consumables areas in Figure 3 4 takes you to the screens that have more information and statistics Production 0 Performance Active Area Consumables Batch Count vO Figure 3 4 Performance and Consumables Status 3 4 Screen Description Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Data Entry Pad An alphanumeric mobile phone style data entry pad is provided to the operator to enter the data in the CLARITY interface Enter Text E 2
45. on page 4 17 2 Print Width Scaling page appears where you can adjust the Print Width Scaling Figure 4 19 on page 4 19 using lt and 4 18 Slant Control Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Keypad Figure 4 19 Print Width Scaling 3 Select Keypad icon to enter the values The default width is 100 4 Enter the required width Select OK 5 Runa test print to determine the next adjustment to be made and adjust the width as required Dot Size To adjust the dot size do the following tasks 1 Go to Tools gt Set up gt Printhead Select Dot Size Figure 4 20 Figure 4 20 Dot Size 2 Select Dot Size and adjust the value as desired The default value is 50 The size of the dot depends the ink used and the substrate Rev AB Slant Control 4 19 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual ncreasing the percentage of the dot size opens the valves for longer time thus printing more ink This will increase the dot size Decreasing the percentage of the dot size opens the valves for lesser time thus printing less ink This will decrease the dot size Note The speed setting of the substrate must match the information stored in the CLARITY Controller 4 20 Slant Control Rev AB Common Operations This chapter contains the following topics Print Features Select a Job for Printing Variable Information Information about Current Job Enable or Disable the Print On Line Off Line Print Posi
46. ontroller Figure 1 1 Videojet 2120 Printer with 700 Series Printhead 1 4 Abbreviations Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 1 CLARITY Controller 2 800 Series Printhead Figure 1 2 Videojet 2120 Printer with 800 Series Printhead Print Area The print area for the Videojet 2120 printers is shown in Table 1 3 The minimum image length is a single dot Note The physical size will depend on the head resolution and the configuration settings Max Print Area 7 dot head 7 dot high x 2047 dot long 16 dot head 16 dot high x 2047 dot long Table 1 3 Print Area About CLARITY Operating System For information on the CLARiTY Operating System refer to CLARiTY Operator Interface on page 3 1 Rev AB About CLARITY Operating System 1 5 Safety This chapter contains the following topics Introduction Safety conventions used in this manual Equipment safety guidelines Placement of the printer Ink safety guidelines Safety Warnings for Videojet 2120 printers Medical emergencies AN Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Read this chapter thoroughly before attempting to install operate service or maintain this printer Warning PERSONAL INJURY The intended use of this printer is to print information directly onto a product Follow the installation and operating instructions at all times Only trained personnel should carry out maintenance or repair Use of this equipment
47. ound Figure 5 22 When in a Warning condition the printer continues to operates When you touch the Warning message area on CLARiTY instructions to clear the message are displayed The Figure 5 23 on page 5 19 shows the ink low warning and gives instructions to clear the Warning sign by adding ink to the ink container Follow the instructions displayed on the screen to clear the Warning Note The Consumables icon on the Home page is only a calculated indication of the ink remaining The printer continues to print until ink is added A level sensor is required to give an accurate ink level 5 18 Warnings and Fault Messages Rev AB Rev AB The ink level in the ink container 15 running low In order ta avoid unprinted product you should add ink as Soon as possible To add ink select Home gt Consumables gt Add ink and follow the Consumables gt Add ink and follow the on screen instructions This warning will automatically clear when the ink container is replaced or replenished Figure 5 23 Ink Low Warning Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Warnings and Fault Messages 5 19 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Faults CLARITY displays all the Fault messages with a red color in the background Figure 5 24 During a Fault condition the printer does not operate until the Fault is cleared Figure 5 24 Fault The printer Fault output changes the status of the printer If you ca
48. perator Manual 10 Remove the ADS from the solvent container Standard Ink Container 1 Ink Return Line 3 Ink Out Line 2 Air Separator 4 Cap Assembly Figure 6 7 Flushing the ADS 6 8 Air Driven System Flushing Optional Accessory Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 1 Ink Return Line 3 Fitting and Tubing Assembly 2 Air Separator 4 To Waste Container Figure 6 8 Flushing the ADS Rev AB Air Driven System Flushing Optional Accessory 6 9 Specifications Electrical Specifications Weight Rev AB The electrical specifications of the printer are Mains Voltage Input Current Controller Input Voltage 36 VDC Table A 1 Electrical Specifications in Table A 1 CLARITY Controller 1 15 Kg 700 Printhead 7 Valve 0 5 Kg 700 Printhead 16 Valve 0 9 Kg 800 Printhead 7 Valve 0 4 Kg 800 Printhead 16 Valve 0 85 Kg Table A 2 Weight Electrical Specifications A 1 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Dimensions CLARITY Controller 144 mm 5 67 inches 215 mm 8 46 inches 189 mm 7 44 inches Q 2 57 inches Figure 1 TY Controller A 2 Dimensions Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Printheads 700 Series Printhead TET T 032 Figure A 2 700 Pr
49. the following safety guidelines when using or handling inks and cleaning solutions For continued protection against possible fire hazards use only Videojet supplies A N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Water based inks may contain flammable residues if they dry out Dispose all the inks washing solvents and cleaning rags as they can be potentially flammable Warning PERSONAL INJURY AII fluids like the non porous ink and cleaning solutions are volatile and flammable They must be stored and handled according to local regulations Contact the appropriate regulatory agency for further information The label on the bottle or MSDS indicates if a particular fluid is flammable Work only in areas with good ventilation The cleaning agent is poisonous if taken internally Do not drink Seek medical attention immediately if ingested Rev AB Ink Safety Guidelines 2 5 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Warning PERSONAL INJURY Do not smoke when you are near the printer or printhead If the fumes emitted by the printer are subjected to an ignition source it may result in an explosion or fire Immediately after use remove any tissue or cloth that becomes saturated with the ink or cleaning solution Dispose all such items in accordance with the local regulations In the event that any ink container is not completely empty after use it should be resealed Only full bottles are recommended for use when replenishing ink partially fi
50. the local memory is displayed Figure 5 2 on page 5 6 Home Job Figure 5 1 Job Icon Rev AB Select a Job for Printing 5 5 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual List of Jobs Figure 5 2 List of Jobs 2 If the job list is short then touch the job name and name of the job is highlighted Figure 5 3 Job Highlighted Figure 5 3 Job Selection 3 If the job database is too large to fit onto the screen you can select the job by one of the following two methods A scroll bar appears Figure 5 4 on page 5 7 The scroll bar helps you move up and down the database to see all the jobs and select the required job Touch the Data Entry Pad icon Figure 5 4 on page 5 7 The Job Select page appears with a data entry keypad like a mobile phone The job name is completed automatically as you begin to enter the characters in the job name until you select the required job Figure 5 3 on page 5 6 5 6 Select a Job for Printing Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Data Entry Pad Figure 5 5 Job Selection Pages Rev AB Select a Job for Printing 5 7 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 4 When you select the required job CLARITY displays a print preview of the selected job Figure 5 6 2174 2010 Cancel n o OK Figure 5 6 Job Preview 9 Touch the OK icon after the information displayed is correct Figure 5 6 The printer starts printing the job 6 If your job contains v
51. thead each printhead must be setup separately Rattle Purge Rattle Purge is used principally for routine maintenance such as nozzle cleaning The CLARITY controller has Rattle Purge option When this option is selected the printhead valves open and close on a repeating frequency In comparison the standard purge refer to Pressure Purge on page 4 13 opens all of the valves on the head 700 Series Printhead Make sure that the ink pressure is set to 5 psi 0 35 bar N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always use Videojet manufactured porous inks This ink has been designed for the 700 series printheads and other inks may give inferior print quality or even damage the printhead 800 Series Printhead Make sure that the ink pressure is set to 10 psi 0 7 bar 4 10 Purging Operation Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always use a Videojet manufactured non porous ink This ink has been designed for the 800 series printheads and other inks may give inferior print quality or even damage the printhead To rattle purge the printheads do the following tasks 1 Placea suitable container on the conveyor to collect the ink being used Note When Purge option is selected the printhead valves open and close rapidly for 0 5 seconds 2 Goto Tools gt Setup gt Consumables Figure 4 7 The Consumables page appears Figure 4 8 on page 4 12 3 Select Rattle Purge Printhead Figure 4 7
52. tion Adjustment Warnings and Fault Messages Set the Correct Time and Date Select the Correct Language Screen Orientation Line Selection Power Saving Modes Print Features The printers can be fitted with a single seven dot high printhead twin seven dot high printheads or a single 16 dot high printhead The print features that are available for each configuration are described in this section Variable Information Messages can be updated with variable information such as time of day either internally or by remote source Real Time Clock RTC Enables you to update the time or date information in a message Rev AB Print Features 5 1 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Counters Using this option you can increment and decrement numbers contained in a message Alphabetic characters can also be incremented and decremented Variable Information can be sent to the printer from a remote source like a production line device The information is fed to the CLARITY controller through RS232 TCP IP communication ports on the front panel Character Attributes Feature Description and Example Dot Matrix Printing The printer uses the Dot Matrix method of generating characters The upper case letter B is produced using a 7 dot high printhead e e oe 234 5 Column The character consists of 7 rows of dots and 5 columns Each character has an extra blank column at the end to separate it from the next character The amount o
53. tion Software only Power Saving Mode 5 31 Maintenance This chapter describes the procedures to do the following tasks nk Bottle Replacement Nozzle Cleaning Ink System Filters Replacement e ADS Flushing Optional Accessory Ink Bottle Replacement Standard Fluid System N Warning PERSONAL INJURY Water based inks may contain flammable residues if they dry out Dispose off all the inks washing solvents and cleaning rags as they can be potentially flammable Do not empty inks or solvents into the general drainage system Follow your local or national requirements for their disposal Warning PERSONAL INJURY EOQUIPMENT DAMAGE Always disconnect the air supply and depressurize the ink system whenever fitting or removing ink containers Never remove a pressurized ink container from the protective case Do not exceed the maximum safe working pressure of the ink system AN Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE Mixing of ink types can cause damage to your system which in turn causes the printer to fail Rev AB Ink Bottle Replacement Standard Fluid System 6 1 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Note The ink bottle cap seal should be replaced at the same time as the ink bottle is replaced To replace the ink bottle do the following tasks 1 Setthe ink system pressure to zero 2 Turn OFF the air supply Figure 6 1 Figure 6 1 Pressure Regulator 3 When the pressure has reached zero remove the old bottle from
54. to select the region or the country Figure 5 29 5 Selectthe region required Figure 5 31 on page 5 25 and touch the OK icon 5 24 Select the Correct Language Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Figure 5 31 Region Country 6 Touch the OK icon 7 Touch the Home icon to return to the Home Page Setting the Screen Orientation Depending on the position in which the CLARiTY controller is mounted it may be necessary to rotate the screen image by 180 degrees To change the screen orientation proceed as follows 1 Goto Tools gt Setup gt Control on the setup page Figure 5 32 The Control page appears Figure 5 33 on page 5 26 015 8 lt lt Figure 5 32 Setup Page Rev AB Setting the Screen Orientation 5 25 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Internationalisation vstem Configuration Recalibrate Touchscreen Set Screen Orientation Figure 5 33 Control 2 Touch Set Screen Orientation from the list and the Screen Orientation page appears Figure 5 34 O lt 0 Degrees 180 Degrees Cancel Figure 5 34 Screen Orientation 3 Select 0 or 180 degrees depending on your requirement and select OK The screen orientation changes 4 Touch the Home icon to return to the home page 5 26 Setting the Screen Orientation Rev Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Line Selection If the Line Selection is enabled on the controller you can assign a specific j
55. ulator must be installed near the printer To adjust the pressure adjust the air regulator control as required Figure 4 2 on page 4 4 N Warning PERSONAL INJURY EOQUIPMENT DAMAGE Always disconnect the air supply and depressurize the ink system whenever fitting or removing ink containers Never remove a pressurized ink container from the protective case Do not exceed the maximum safe working pressure of the ink system Caution EQUIPMENT DAMAGE The air pressure must be set according to the printhead type Follow the recommended values The failure to follow this caution can decrease the efficiency of the printer and affect print quality The air pressure requirement for the printer is in the Table 4 1 Printer Type Pressure Videojet 2120 700 printhead 0 35 Bar 5 psi Videojet 2120 800 printhead 0 7 Bar 10 psi Table 4 1 Air Pressures Rev AB Set the Air Pressure 4 3 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Controller Figure 4 2 Air Regulator on One Litre Fluid System Start the Printer N Warning PERSONAL INJURY When the printer is in production and there has been no activity on the CLARITY touchscreen for a certain period of time the screen goes blank like a screensaver This indicates that CLARITY is in power save mode This option saves energy and can be configured during the set up in the system configuration wizard During such instances do not assume that the printer is switched of
56. urther into the nozzle Rev AB Nozzle Cleaning 6 5 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual 3 Using current selected job print a test message and confirm that the machine is operating correctly Note Once a message has been programmed into the controller and selected using Message Select it will be printed in response to a photocell trigger if the controller is online Ensure that the system is offline to prevent inadvertently triggering a print Ink System Filter Replacement The ink filter systems of the 700 and 800 series models are as follows Fitted inside the bottle 700 and 800 series Fitted to the ink line between the bottle and the printhead 800 series only Note Removal and replacement procedures for both filters are the same Note Filter replacement is best when performed at the same time that an ink bottle is being replaced Note Whenever the filter is replaced replace the ink cap seal To replace the filters do the following tasks 1 Remove the ink bottle For more information on how to remove the ink bottle refer to Print Quality on page 4 8 1 Clip 2 Filter Figure 6 6 Ink System Filter 2 Remove the clip item 1 Figure 6 6 from the ink filter connections 6 6 Ink System Filter Replacement Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Twist the ink filter item 2 to remove it from the tapered fittings Dispose the old filter Install a new filter Note Make sure that the arrow o
57. ut printing select No Print Rev AB Line Selection 5 29 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual You have chosen to remove the selected job for Line 2 Would you like to Disable production from Line 2 or Allow product from Line to go out Without this printer printing on it Figure 5 41 Remove Line Assignment 4 Line Select page appears again Figure 5 42 a If you have selected Disable then the message Production Disabled appears b If you have selected No Print then the message Non Printing Job appears Line Select V J2120 7 Dot ul Sample i Non Printing Production 8 Disabled Production lt P Disabled Figure 5 42 Line Select Page Power Saving Mode Several power saving options are included in the CLARITY controller software In addition to the many power saving techniques used by the printer which are not visible a number of optional operator visible changes have been introduced to save power during long periods of inactivity 5 30 Power Saving Mode Rev AB Rev AB Videojet 2120 Operator Manual These power saving modes do not affect the printer s readiness to print Printing is triggered immediately after the print signal is received Touching the screen when the display backlight is off will not affect the options on the CLARITY screen It just re enables the screen backlight Note The power saving feature is available for set up in CLARiTY Configura
58. ype of ink and cleaning solution The appropriate sheet s are supplied along with the shipped product Ensure that you retain all MSDSs for future reference in case you need to consult a physician regarding an ink related accident Additional copies of MSDSs are available upon request and be obtained by contacting the Videojet Customer Service Department at 800 843 3610 Outside the U S customers should contact a subsidiary Videojet office or their local Videojet distributor Rev AB Ink Safety Guidelines 2 7 Videojet 2120 Operator Manual Safety Warnings for Videojet 2120 Printer Some additional warnings that are specific to the Videojet 2120 printers are described in this section Grounding and Bonding N Warning PERSONAL INJURY The waste container or service tray ground to the printhead must be made of metal Use of a non metallic waste container service tray may result in the possibility of electrostatic discharge Warning PERSONAL INJURY Always prevent static discharge from occurring Use proper Grounding and Bonding methods Always bond conductive equipment together with approved cables to maintain them at the same potential and minimize static discharge Only use Videojet approved metallic service trays and ground cables Warning PERSONAL INJURY Empty the service trays frequently Some inks and cleaning solutions are flammable Make sure that the waste fluids are disposed according to HAZMAT

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