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USER'S MANUAL
Most of the figures in this document depict the LEC-330.
Thank you very much for purchasing this product.
 To ensure correct and safe usage with a full understanding of this product's performance, please be sure to read
through this manual completely and store it in a safe location.
 Unauthorized copying or transferral, in whole or in part, of this manual is prohibited.
 The contents of this operation manual and the specifications of this product are subject to change without
notice.
 The operation manual and the product have been prepared and tested as much as possible. If you find any
misprint or error, please inform us.
 Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur through
use of this product, regardless of any failure to perform on the part of this product.
 Roland DG Corp. assumes no responsibility for any direct or indirect loss or damage which may occur with respect
to any article made using this product.
For the USA
FEDERAL COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION RADIO FREQUENCY INTERFERENCE
STATEMENT
NOTE: 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 reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial 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
required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Unauthorized changes or modification to this system can void
the users authority to operate this equipment.
For Canada
CLASS A
NOTICE
This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the
Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations.
CLASSE A
AVIS
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A respecte toutes les
exigences du Règlement sur le matériel brouilleur du
Canada.
For California
WARNING
This product contains chemicals known to cause
cancer, birth defects and other reproductive harm,
including lead.
For EU Countries
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment
this product may cause radio interference in which
case the user may be required to take adequate
measures.
NOTICE
Grounding Instructions
In the event of a malfunction or breakdown, grounding provides a path of least resistance for electric current to reduce
the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with an electric
cord having an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug. The plug must be plugged into a matching outlet that
is properly installed and grounded in accordance with all local
codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided - if it will not fit the outlet,
have the proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor
can result in a risk of electric shock. The conductor with insulation having an outer surface that is green with or without
yellow stripes is the equipment-grounding conductor. If repair
or replacement of the electric cord or plug is necessary, do not
connect the equipment-grounding conductor to a live terminal.
Check with a qualified electrician or service personnel if the
grounding instructions are not completely understood, or if in
doubt as to whether the tool is properly grounded.
Use only 3-wire extension cords that have 3-prong grounding
plugs and 3-pole receptacles that accept the tool's plug.
Repair or replace damaged or worn out cord immediately.
Operating Instructions
KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN. Cluttered areas and benches invites accidents.
DON’T USE IN DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENT. Don’t use
power tools in damp or wet locations, or expose them to rain.
Keep work area well lighted.
DISCONNECT TOOLS before servicing; when changing
accessories, such as blades, bits, cutters, and like.
REDUCE THE RISK OF UNINTENTIONAL STARTING.
Make sure the switch is in off position before plugging in.
USE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES. Consult the owner’s
manual for recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury to persons.
NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED. TURN
POWER OFF. Don’t leave tool until it comes to a complete stop.
For EU Countries
Manufacturer:
ROLAND DG CORPORATION
1-6-4 Shinmiyakoda, Kita-ku, Hamamatsu-shi, Shizuoka-ken, 431-2103 JAPAN
The authorized representative in the EU:
Roland DG Corporation, German Office Halskestrasse 7, 47877 Willich, Germany
This product is using GNU General Public License (GPL) / GNU Lesser General Public License (LGPL) software. You have the right to acquire, modify, and distribute the source code for this GPL/LGPL software. You
can obtain the GPL/LGPL source code used in this product by downloading it from the following website.
URL: http://www.rolanddg.com/gpl/
Roland DG Corp. has licensed the MMP technology from the TPL Group.
Contents
Contents.........................................................................................................1
To Ensure Safe Use......................................................................................5
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité...................................................................12
Important Notes on Handling and Use.............................................................20
Printer Unit...................................................................................................20
Ink Cartridges...............................................................................................21
Chapter 1 Introduction......................................................................................23
1-1 Introduction............................................................................................24
Features of the Machine...............................................................................................................24
Features of ECO-UV inks................................................................................................................24
About This Manual..........................................................................................................................24
Other User's Manuals.....................................................................................................................24
1-2 Part Names and Functions....................................................................26
Printer Unit.........................................................................................................................................26
Operation Panel...............................................................................................................................28
Media Take-up System...................................................................................................................29
Chapter 2 Basic Operation................................................................................31
2-1 Before Starting Operations....................................................................32
Before Starting the Day's Work...................................................................................................32
Automatic Maintenance Feature...............................................................................................32
2-2 Switching the Power On and Off............................................................33
Switching the Power On and Off...............................................................................................33
The Power-saving Feature............................................................................................................34
2-3 Loading and Cutting Off Media..............................................................35
Loading Media..................................................................................................................................35
Cutting Off the Media....................................................................................................................42
2-4 Starting Printing.....................................................................................44
Getting Ready to Receive Data from a Computer...............................................................44
Printing Tests and Cleaning.........................................................................................................45
2-5 If Ink Runs Out.......................................................................................48
Checking for Remaining Ink........................................................................................................48
If Ink Runs Out..................................................................................................................................49
2-6 Performing Cutting.................................................................................51
To Perform Cutting..........................................................................................................................51
Performing a Cutting Test.............................................................................................................52
Making the Setting for Blade Force..........................................................................................53
Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System .......................................55
3-1 The Media Take-up System...................................................................56
Features of the Media Take-up System....................................................................................56
Operating Conditions for the Media Take-up System........................................................56
About the Paper Tube....................................................................................................................57
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3-2 Using the Media Take-up System..........................................................58
Loading Roll Media.........................................................................................................................58
Removing Taken-up Media..........................................................................................................62
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment.........................................................63
4-1 Daily Care and Maintenance..................................................................64
Disposing of Discharged Ink.......................................................................................................64
Cleaning..............................................................................................................................................66
Care and Maintenance of the Print Heads..............................................................................66
4-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective....................................................67
Performing More Powerful Cleaning.......................................................................................67
When Powerful Cleaning Is Not Effective...............................................................................69
4-3 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit............................................................70
When the Cleaning Kit Becomes Necessary..........................................................................70
How to Perform Cleaning.............................................................................................................70
4-4 Replacing Consumable Parts................................................................76
Replacing the Wipers.....................................................................................................................76
Replacing the Blade........................................................................................................................79
Replacing the Separating Knife..................................................................................................81
4-5 Adjustment of White Ink.........................................................................84
4-6 When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period..................................................... 86
Keep Performing Maintenance..................................................................................................86
Alarm Feature...................................................................................................................................86
Important Note on Draining Ink................................................................................................86
4-7 When Moving the Unit............................................................................87
Procedures from Preparing to Move Through Reinstalling..............................................87
Chapter 5 Feature Reference............................................................................89
5-1 Pausing or Canceling Output.................................................................90
Canceling Output Before It Finishes.........................................................................................90
5-2 Setting the Print-start Position...............................................................91
Setting the Print-start Position...................................................................................................91
5-3 Accommodating Various Kinds of Media................................................... 93
Using Transparent Media..............................................................................................................93
Preventing Media from Coming Loose....................................................................................93
Speeding Up Printing for Narrow Media.................................................................................94
Preventing Soiling of the Media and Dot Drop-out During Printing...........................95
Printing Media That Warps Easily...............................................................................................96
How to Load Sheet Media............................................................................................................98
5-4 Changing How the Printer Operates....................................................102
Executing Environment Matching Automatically............................................................. 102
Determining What Happens When Ink Runs Out............................................................. 102
Setting the Interval until Activation of the Sleep Mode................................................. 103
Deactivating the Sleep Mode.................................................................................................. 104
Changing the Menu Language and the Units of Measurement................................. 104
Returning All Settings to Their Initial Values...................................................................... 105
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5-5 Optimizing Printing to Match Media Thickness................................................. 106
Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness.......................................................... 106
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing.................................................... 107
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing More Precisely...................... 108
Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Bands and the Like................ 111
Performing Distance Correction During Cutting.............................................................. 113
5-6 Making Various Adjustments for Cutting........................................................... 114
Making the Cutting Conditions Set on the Machine Take Precedence..................... 114
Fine-tuning the Cutting Conditions...................................................................................... 114
Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount.......................................................................................... 116
Adjusting for When Cutting the Printed Surface.............................................................. 116
Preventing Pulling of the Media with Undue Force When Performing Cutting Only.. 119
Correcting Misalignment of the Printing and Cutting Positions................................. 120
5-7 Performing Printing and Cutting Separately..................................................... 123
To Perform Printing and Cutting Separately....................................................................... 123
Printing with Crop Marks........................................................................................................... 123
Aligning Automatically and Cutting...................................................................................... 124
Aligning Manually and Cutting............................................................................................... 125
Correcting Misalignment for Printing and Cutting When Using Crop Marks......... 126
5-8 Gloss Ink Features and Printing Methods........................................................ 130
Features of Gloss Ink.................................................................................................................... 130
Methods of Printing Using Gloss Ink..................................................................................... 130
5-9 White Ink Features and Printing Methods........................................................ 131
Features of White Ink................................................................................................................... 131
Methods of Printing Using White Ink.................................................................................... 131
5-10 Saving the Printer Settings to Match the Media........................................................... 132
Saving Optimized Media Settings As Preset Values......................................................... 132
Loading a Saved Preset.............................................................................................................. 133
Assigning a Name to a Preset................................................................................................... 133
5-11 Making the Network Settings.............................................................135
Setting the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Etc............................................................................ 135
5-12 Viewing Information about the Media and the System.......................136
Displaying the Amount of Media Remaining..................................................................... 136
Verifying the Setting for the Amount Remaining Every Time the Media Is Changed. 137
Printing the Amount of Remaining Media.......................................................................... 138
Printing a System Report........................................................................................................... 138
Viewing the Serial Number, Firmware Version, and Other Information................... 139
Viewing the Network Settings................................................................................................. 140
5-13 Performing Maintenance....................................................................141
Draining Ink and Performing Internal Washing................................................................. 141
Draining Ink Remaining Inside the Machine...................................................................... 141
5-14 Menu List...........................................................................................142
Main Menu...................................................................................................................................... 142
Language and Unit Menu.......................................................................................................... 147
Cleaning Menu.............................................................................................................................. 147
Cutting Configuration Menu.................................................................................................... 148
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Chapter 6 What to Do If...................................................................................149
6-1 The Machine Doesn't Run....................................................................150
The Printer Unit Doesn't Run.................................................................................................... 150
The Media Take-up System Doesn't Run ............................................................................ 150
6-2 Attractive Printing Is Impossible...........................................................151
Printed Results Are Coarse or Contain Horizontal Stripes............................................. 151
Colors Are Unstable or Uneven............................................................................................... 152
The Media Becomes Soiled When Printed........................................................................... 152
Cutting Is Misaligned or Skewed............................................................................................ 153
6-3 The Media Jams..................................................................................154
The Media Jams............................................................................................................................. 154
6-4 The Media Cannot Be Taken Up Smoothly..........................................155
The Media Cannot Be Taken Up Smoothly.......................................................................... 155
6-5 Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable..................................156
Media Wrinkles or Shrinks......................................................................................................... 156
Media Feed Is Not Straight........................................................................................................ 156
Media Feed Is Not Smooth........................................................................................................ 156
6-6 The Print Heads Stopped Moving........................................................157
What to Do First............................................................................................................................ 157
If the Heads Still Do Not Move................................................................................................. 157
6-7 If a Message Appears..........................................................................158
6-8 If an Error Message Appears...............................................................159
Chapter 7 Specifications.................................................................................163
7-1 Usable Media.......................................................................................164
Conditions for Usable Media.................................................................................................... 164
7-2 Printing or Cutting Area........................................................................165
Maximum Area.............................................................................................................................. 165
Maximum Area When Using Crop Marks............................................................................. 165
Media-cutoff Location During Continuous Printing........................................................ 166
7-3 About the Blade....................................................................................167
7-4 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels....................168
7-5 Specifications.......................................................................................169
Company names and product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.
Copyright © 2009 Roland DG Corporation
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http://www.rolanddg.com/
To Ensure Safe Use
Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property. Points which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as
follows.
About
WARNING and
WARNING
CAUTION Notices
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or
severe injury should the unit be used improperly.
Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or
material damage should the unit be used improperly.
CAUTION
Note:
Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects
caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to
domestic animals or pets.
About the Symbols
The
symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings. The specific
meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle.
The symbol at left means "danger of electrocution."
The
symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden).
The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within
the circle. The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.
The
symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing
that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. The symbol
at left means the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.
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To Ensure Safe Use
Incorrect operation may cause injury
WARNING
Be sure to follow the operation procedures described in this documentation. Never allow anyone unfamiliar
with the usage or handling of the
machine to touch it.
Incorrect usage or handling may lead to
an accident.
Never attempt to disassemble, repair,
or modify the machine.
Doing so may result in fire, electrical
shock, or injury. Entrust repairs to a
trained service technician.
CAUTION
Keep children away from the machine.
The machine includes areas and components that pose a hazard to children and
may result in injury, blindness, choking,
or other serious accident.
Exercise caution to avoid being
pinched or becoming caught.
Inadvertent contact with certain areas
may cause the hand or fingers to be
pinched or become caught. Use care
when performing operations.
Never operate the machine while
tired or after ingesting alcohol or any
medication.
Operation requires unimpaired judgment. Impaired judgment may result in
an accident.
Never attempt operation while wearing a necktie, necklace, or loose clothing. Bind long hair securely.
Such items may become caught in the
machine, resulting in injury.
Never use the machine for any purpose for which it is not intended, or
use the machine in an undue manner
that exceeds its capacity.
Doing so may result in injury or fire.
For accessories (optional and consumable items, power cord, and the
like), use only genuine articles compatible with this machine.
Incompatible items may lead to an accident.
Before attempting cleaning, maintenance, or attachment or detachment
of optional items, disconnect the
power cord.
Attempting such operations while the
machine is connected to a power source
may result in injury or electrical shock.
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WARNING
Conduct operations in a clean, brightly lit location.
Working in a location that is dark or cluttered may lead to an accident, such as
becoming caught in the machine as the
result of an inadvertent stumble.
Never climb or lean on the machine.
The machine is not made to support
a person. Climbing or leaning on the
machine may dislodge components and
cause a slip or fall, resulting in injury.
Caution: cutting tool.
This machine has an internal tool. To
avoid injury, handle the tool with care.
To Ensure Safe Use
Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or fire
WARNING
Connect to an electrical outlet that
complies with this machine's ratings (for voltage, frequency, and
current).
Incorrect voltage or insufficient current
may cause fire or electrical shock.
Ratings
Never use out of doors or in any location where exposure to water or high
humidity may occur. Never touch with
wet hands.
Doing so may result in fire or electrical
shock.
Never allow any foreign object to get
inside. Never expose to liquid spills.
Inserting objects such as coins or
matches or allowing beverages to be
spilled into the ventilation ports may result in fire or electrical shock. If anything
gets inside, immediately disconnect the
power cord and contact your authorized
Roland DG Corp. dealer.
Never place any flammable object
nearby. Never use a combustible
aerosol spray nearby. Never use in
any location where gases can accumulate.
Combustion or explosion may be a
danger.
WARNING
Handle the power cord, plug, and
electrical outlet correctly and with
care. Never use any article that is
damaged.
Using a damaged article may result in
fire or electrical shock.
When using an extension cord or
power strip, use one that adequately
satisfies the machine's ratings (for
voltage, frequency, and current).
Use of multiple electrical loads on a
single electrical outlet or of a lengthy
extension cord may cause fire.
Connect to ground.
This can prevent fire or electrical shock
due to current leakage in the event of
malfunction.
Position so that the power plug is
within immediate reach at all times.
This is to enable quick disconnection
of the power plug in the event of an
emergency. Install the machine next to
an electrical outlet. Also, provide enough
empty space to allow immediate access
to the electrical outlet.
If sparking, smoke, burning odor,
unusual sound, or abnormal operation occurs, immediately unplug the
power cord. Never use if any component is damaged.
Continuing to use the machine may
result in fire, electrical shock, or injury.
Contact your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer.
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To Ensure Safe Use
Important notes about the power cord, plug, and electrical outlet
Never place any object on top or subject to
damage.
Never allow to get wet.
Never bend or twist with undue force.
Never make hot.
Never pull with undue force.
Dust may cause fire.
Never bundle, bind, or roll up.
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To Ensure Safe Use
Ink, cleaning fluid, and discharged fluid are flammable and toxic
WARNING
Keep open flame away from the work
area.
Ink and discharged fluid are flammable.
Never store ink, cleaning fluid, or
discharged fluid in any of the following locations.
 Any location exposed to open
flame
 Any location where high temperature may occur
 Near bleach or any other such oxidizing agent or explosive material
 Any location within the reach of
children
Fire may be a danger. Accidental ingestion by children may pose a health
hazard.
WARNING
Never drink or sniff ink, cleaning fluid,
or discharged fluid, or allow them
to come in contact with the eyes or
skin.
Doing so may be hazardous to the
health.
CAUTION
Ensure adequate ventilation for the
work area.
Failing to perform ventilation may result
in a health hazard or danger of combustion due to ink fumes.
Never allow an ink cartridge to be subjected to impact, and never attempt to
disassemble.
Ink may leak.
Never place an ink cartridge in fire.
Ink may flow out, catch fire, and spread
fire to other nearby objects.
In the event of ingestion or physical distress
In the event of contact with the eyes, immediately flush with water for at least 15 minutes. If eye irritation continues, seek treatment by a physician.
In the event of contact with skin, immediately wash with soap. If irritation or inflammation occurs, seek treatment by a physician.
In the event of ingestion, do not induce vomiting, and immediately seek treatment by
a physician. Forcibly inducing vomiting may lead to danger of choking.
If odor leads to physical distress, move to a well-ventilated location and rest quietly. If
dizziness or nausea persists, seek treatment by a physician.
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To Ensure Safe Use
This machine weighs 210 kg (463 lb.). Media weighs 20 kg (44 lb.).
WARNING
WARNING
Install the machine in a location that
is level, stable, and able to bear the
weight of the machine.
The total weight of the machine may
reach 210 kg (463 lb.) or more. Installation in an unsuitable location may cause
a major accident, including tip over, fall,
or collapse.
Unloading and emplacement are operations that must be performed by 6
persons or more.
Tasks that require undue effort when
performed by a small number of persons
may result in physical injury. Also, if
dropped, such items may cause injury.
When storing roll media, implement
adequate safety measures to ensure
that the stored media will not roll, fall,
or topple over.
Danger exists of becoming pinned under
the media and suffering serious injury.
Handling roll media is an operation
that must be performed by two persons or more, and care must be taken
to prevent falls.
Attempting to lift heavy media in a manner that taxes your strength may cause
physical injury.
Be sure to lock the stand's casters.
If the machine should begin to topple,
a major accident may result, including crushing of the appendages or the
body.
This machine uses ultraviolet light.
CAUTION
Never look at the blue-white (ultraviolet) light emitted from the print-head
area for an extended time.
Looking directly at the ultraviolet light
from up close for an extended period
may result in eye injury.
Caution: Ultraviolet Light
This machine is fitted with covers to keep external leakage of ultraviolet light at low levels, but incorrect
handling or operation can lead to physical injury due to ultraviolet light. The extent of injury depends
on the intensity and wavelength of the ultraviolet light, and the length of time of exposure. Prolonged
exposure to strong ultraviolet light of hazardous wavelengths can cause injury to the eyes or skin.
Exercise caution.
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To Ensure Safe Use
Warning Labels
Warning labels are affixed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meanings of
these labels are as follows. Be sure to heed their warnings.
Also, never remove the labels or allow them to become obscured.
Flammable
Ink and discharged fluid are
flammable. Keep away from open
flame.
Ink Is Toxic
Ink and discharged fluid are toxic.
Avoid contact with the body. Use
only in a well-ventilated area.
Caution: Moving Print Heads
The print heads inside the cover
move at high speed and pose a
hazard. Never insert the hand or
fingers into the gap.
Caution: Pinching Hazard
Be careful not to allow the fingers
to become pinched when loading
media or closing covers.
Caution: Ultraviolet Light
Never look directly from up
close for a prolonged period.
Caution: Pinching Hazard
Never needlessly touch the
dancer roller.Exercise caution to avoid pinching of the
fingers.
Caution: Ultraviolet Light
Never look directly from up
close for a prolonged period.
Flammable
Ink and discharged fluid are flammable. Keep away from open
flame.
Ink Is Toxic
Ink and discharged fluid are toxic.
Avoid contact with the body. Use
only in a well-ventilated area.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
La manipulation ou l'utilisation inadéquates de cet appareil peuvent causer des blessures
ou des dommages matériels. Les précautions à prendre pour prévenir les blessures ou les
dommages sont décrites ci-dessous
Avis sur les avertissements
ATTENTION
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de décès ou de blessure
grave en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
Utilisé pour avertir l'utilisateur d'un risque de blessure ou de
dommage matériel en cas de mauvaise utilisation de l'appareil.
PRUDENCE
*Par dommage matériel, il est entendu dommage ou tout autre
effet indésirable sur la maison, tous les meubles et même les
animaux domestiques.
À propos des symboles
Le symbole
attire l'attention de l'utilisateur sur les instructions importantes ou les
avertissements. Le sens précis du symbole est déterminé par le dessin à l'intérieur du
triangle. Le symbole à gauche signifie "danger d'électrocution."
Le symbole
avertit l'utilisateur de ce qu'il ne doit pas faire, ce qui est interdit. La
chose spécifique à ne pas faire est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le
symbole à gauche signifie que l'appareil ne doit jamais être démonté.
Le symbole
prévient l'utilisateur sur ce qu'il doit faire. La chose spécifique à faire
est indiquée par le dessin à l'intérieur du cercle. Le symbole à gauche signifie que le
fil électrique doit être débranché de la prise.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
L'utilisation incorrecte peut causer des blessures
ATTENTION
S'assurer de suivre les procédures
d'utilisation décrites dans la documentation. Ne jamais permettre à
quiconque ne connaît pas le fonctionnement ou la manutention de
l’appareil de le toucher.
L'utilisation ou la manutention incorrectes peuvent causer un accident.
Garder les enfants loin de l'appareil.
L'appareil comporte des zones et des
composants qui présentent un danger
pour les enfants et qui pourraient causer
des blessures, la cécité, la suffocation ou
d'autres accidents graves.
Ne jamais faire fonctionner l'appareil
après avoir consommé de l'alcool ou
des médicaments, ou dans un état
de fatigue.
L'utilisation de l'appareil exige un jugement sans faille. L'utilisation avec les
facultés affaiblies pourrait entraîner un
accident.
Ne jamais utiliser l'appareil à des fins
autres que celles pour lesquelles
il est conçu. Ne jamais l'utiliser de
manière abusive ou d'une manière
qui dépasse sa capacité.
Le non-respect de cette consigne peut
causer des blessures ou un incendie.
Utiliser uniquement des accessoires d'origine (accessoires en
option, articles consommables,
câble d'alimentation et autres articles semblables), compatibles avec
l'appareil.
Les articles incompatibles risquent de
causer des accidents.
ATTENTION
Débrancher le câble d'alimentation
avant de procéder au nettoyage ou à
l'entretien de l'appareil, et avant d'y
fixer ou d'en retirer des accessoires
en option.
Tenter ces opérations pendant que
l'appareil est branché à une source
d'alimentation peut causer des blessures
ou un choc électrique.
Ne jamais tenter de démonter, de réparer ou de modifier l'appareil.
Le non-respect de cette consigne risque de provoquer un incendie, un choc
électrique ou des blessures. Confier
les réparations à un technicien ayant la
formation requise.
PRUDENCE
Faire preuve de prudence pour éviter
l'écrasement ou le coincement.
La main ou les doigts peuvent être
écrasés ou coincés s'ils entrent en
contact avec certaines surfaces par
inadvertance. Faire preuve de prudence
pendant l'utilisation de l'appareil.
Ne jamais faire fonctionner l'appareil
si on porte une cravate, un collier ou
des vêtements amples. Bien attacher
les cheveux longs.
Ces vêtements ou ces objets peuvent
être coincés dans l'appareil, ce qui
causerait des blessures.
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Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
PRUDENCE
Utiliser l'appareil dans un endroit
propre et bien éclairé.
Travailler dans un endroit sombre ou
encombré peut causer un accident;
l'utilisateur risque, par exemple, de trébucher malencontreusement et d'être
coincé par une partie de l'appareil.
PRUDENCE
Ne jamais grimper ni s'appuyer sur
la machine.
La machine n'est pas conçue pour supporter le poids d'une personne. Grimper
ou s'appuyer sur la machine peut déplacer des éléments et causer un faux
pas ou une chute, ce qui causerait des
blessures.
Attention : outil de coupe.
Cet appareil contient un outil interne.
Pour éviter les blessures, manipuler
l'outil avec soin.
Risque de décharge ou de choc électrique,
d'électrocution ou d'incendie
ATTENTION
Brancher à une prise électrique
conforme aux caractéristiques de
cet appareil (tension, fréquence et
courant).
Une tension incorrecte ou un courant
insuffisant peuvent causer un incendie
ou un choc électrique.
Caractéristiques
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ATTENTION
Ne jamais utiliser à l'extérieur ni à
un endroit où l'appareil risque d'être
exposé à de l'eau ou à une humidité
élevée. Ne jamais toucher l'appareil
avec des mains mouillées.
Le non-respect de cette consigne risque
de provoquer un incendie ou un choc
électrique.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
Ne jamais insérer d'objet étranger
dans l'appareil. Ne jamais exposer
l'appareil aux déversements de liquides.
L'insertion d'objets comme des pièces
de monnaie ou des allumettes, ou
le déversement de liquides dans les
orifices de ventilation peuvent causer
un incendie ou un choc électrique. Si
un objet ou du liquide s'infiltre dans
l'appareil, débrancher immédiatement
le câble d'alimentation et communiquer
avec le représentant Roland DG Corp.
autorisé.
Mise à la terre.
La mise à la terre peut prévenir un incendie ou un choc électrique dus à une
fuite de courant en cas de défaillance.
Ne jamais placer d'objet inflammable à proximité de l'appareil. Ne
jamais utiliser de produit inflammable en aérosol à proximité de
l'appareil. Ne jamais utiliser l'appareil
dans un endroit où des gaz peuvent
s'accumuler.
Une combustion ou une explosion pourraient se produire.
S'il se produit des étincelles, de la
fumée, une odeur de brûlé, un bruit
inhabituel ou un fonctionnement
anormal, débrancher immédiatement
le câble d'alimentation. Ne jamais
utiliser si un composant est endommagé.
Continuer à utiliser l'appareil peut
causer un incendie, un choc électrique
ou des blessures. Communiquer avec
le représentant Roland DG Corp. Autorisé.
Manipuler le câble d'alimentation, la
fiche et la prise électrique correctement et avec soin.
Ne jamais utiliser un article endommagé,
car cela pourrait causer un incendie ou
un choc électrique.
Placer l'appareil de façon à ce que
la fiche soit facile d'accès en tout
temps.
Ainsi, l'appareil pourra être débranché
rapidement en cas d'urgence. Installer
l'appareil près d'une prise électrique.
En outre, prévoir suffisamment d'espace
pour que la prise électrique soit facile
d'accès.
Si une rallonge ou une bande
d'alimentation électrique sont utilisées, s'assurer qu'elles correspondent aux caractéristiques de l'appareil
(tension, fréquence et courant).
L'utilisation de plusieurs charges électriques sur une prise unique ou une
longue rallonge peut causer un incendie.
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Remarques importantes à propos du câble d'alimentation, de la fiche et de la prise électrique
Ne jamais déposer aucun objet sur le
câble, sur la fiche ou sur la prise car
cela risque de les endommager.
Ne jamais laisser l'eau toucher le câble, la
fiche ou la prise.
Ne jamais plier ni tordre le câble avec
une force excessive.
Ne jamais chauffer le câble, la fiche ou la
prise.
Ne jamais tirer sur le câble ou la fiche
avec une force excessive.
Ne jamais plier ni enrouler le câble.
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La poussière peut causer un incendie.
Pour utiliser en toute sécurité
L'encre, les liquides nettoyants et les liquides
usées sont inflammables et toxiques
ATTENTION
ATTENTION
Ne pas approcher une flamme nue de
l'espace de travail.
L'encre et les liquides usés sont inflammables.
Ne jamais entreposer d'encre, de
liquide de nettoyage ou des liquides
usés dans les endroits suivants :
un endroit exposé à une flamme
nue;
 un endroit où il y a risque de température élevée;
 près d'eau de Javel, d'un autre
agent d'oxydation ou de matériel
explosif;
tout endroit à la portée d'enfants.
Il y a risque d'incendie. L'ingestion accidentelle par un enfant peut présenter
un risque pour la santé.
Ne jamais boire l'encre, le liquide de
nettoyage ni les liquides usés, ne
pas en respirer les vapeurs et ne pas
laisser les produits entrer en contact
avec les yeux ou la peau.
Cela est dangereux pour la santé.
PRUDENCE
Ne jamais incinérer une cartouche
d'encre.
De l'encre pourrait couler, s'enflammer
et le feu se répandre à des objets
proches.
S'assurer que le lieu de travail est
bien aéré.
L'absence d'aération adéquate peut
créer une situation dangereuse pour
la santé ou un risque de combustion
à cause des vapeurs qui émanent de
l'encre.
Ne jamais soumettre une cartouche
d'encre à des chocs. Ne jamais tenter
d'ouvrir une cartouche d'encre.
De l'encre pourrait s'échapper.
En cas d'ingestion ou de trouble physique
En cas de contact avec les yeux : rincer immédiatement et abondamment à l'eau
courante pendant au moins 15 minutes. Si les yeux sont toujours irrités, consulter un
médecin.
En cas de contact avec la peau : laver immédiatement à l'eau et au savon. En cas
d’irritation ou d’inflammation de la peau : consulter un médecin.
En cas d'ingestion : ne pas provoquer le vomissement et demander immédiatement
l'aide d'un médecin. Provoquer le vomissement peut créer un risque de suffocation.
Si l'odeur cause un trouble physique, amener la personne dans un endroit bien aéré et la
faire se reposer. Si l'étourdissement ou la nausée persistent, consulter un médecin.
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Le poids de cet appareil est de 210 kg (463 lb.)
Le poids du support est de 20 kg (44 lb.)
ATTENTION
Installer l'appareil à un endroit stable
et plat et capable de supporter son
poids.
Le poids total de l'appareil peut être d'au
moins 210 kg (463 lb.). Installer l'appareil
à un endroit inapproprié peut provoquer
un accident grave comme le renversement, la chute ou l'écrasement.
Le déchargement et la mise en place
doivent être faits par au moins six
personnes.
Les tâches qui exigent un effort trop
grand si elles sont exécutées par un
petit nombre de personnes peuvent être
cause de blessures. La chute d'articles
très lourds peut aussi causer des blessures.
ATTENTION
S'assurer de verrouiller les roulettes
de la base.
Si l'appareil devait commencer à basculer, il s'ensuivrait un accident grave,
par exemple l'écrasement de membres
ou du corps.
Prendre les mesures de sécurité
adéquates pour l'entreposage des
rouleaux de support pour s'assurer
qu'ils ne rouleront pas, ne tomberont
pas et ne se renverseront pas.
Il y a risque d'être écrasé par le support
et de subir des blessures graves.
La manutention du support en rouleau
doit être faite par deux personnes ou
plus et il faut prendre des précautions
pour éviter les chutes.
Tenter de soulever des objets trop lourds
peut causer des blessures.
Cet appareil utilise des rayons ultraviolets.
PRUDENCE
Ne jamais regarder pendant de
longues périodes le rayonnement
blanc bleuté (ultraviolet) émis par la
tête d'impression.
Le fait de regarder directement et de
près le rayonnement ultraviolet pendant
une période prolongée peut causer des
lésions oculaires.
Attention : Rayonnement ultraviolet
Cet appareil est muni de couvercles destinés à empêcher les fuites de rayonnement ultraviolet à
faible niveau, mais sa manipulation ou son utilisation incorrectes peuvent causer des lésions dues au
rayonnement ultraviolet. La gravité des lésions est fonction de l'intensité et de la longueur d'onde du
rayonnement ultraviolet et de la durée de l'exposition. L’exposition prolongée à un fort rayonnement
ultraviolet de longueur d'onde dangereuse peut causer des lésions oculaires ou cutanées. La prudence
est de rigueur..
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Vignettes d'avertissement
Des vignettes d'avertissement sont apposées pour qu'il soit facile de repérer les zones
dangereuses. La signification des vignettes est donnée ci-dessous. Respecter les avertissements. Ne jamais retirer les vignettes et ne pas les laisser s'encrasser.
Inflammable
L'encre et les liquides usés sont inflammables. Les garder loin de toute flamme nue.
L'encre est toxique
L'encre et les liquides usés sont toxiques.
Éviter tout contact avec le corps. Utiliser
uniquement dans un endroit bien aéré.
Attention : Têtes d'impression mobiles
Les têtes d'impression sous le couvercle se
déplacent à haute vitesse et représentent
un danger. Ne jamais insérer la main ou les
doigts dans l'ouverture.
Attention : Risque de pincement
Faire attention de ne pas coincer les doigts
pendant le chargement du support ou lors
de la fermeture du couvercle.
Attention : Rayonnement ultraviolet
Ne jamais regarder de près et directement
pendant une période prolongée.
Attention : Risque de pincement
Ne jamais toucher inutilement le rouleau
compensateur. Faire attention pour éviter
de coincer les doigts.
Attention : Rayonnement ultraviolet
Ne jamais regarder de près et directement pendant une période prolongée.
Inflammable
L'encre et les liquides usés sont
inflammables. Les garder loin de toute
flamme nue.
L'encre est toxique
L'encre et les liquides usés sont toxiques. Éviter tout contact avec le corps.
Utiliser uniquement dans un endroit
bien aéré.
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Important Notes on Handling and Use
This machine is a precision device. To ensure the full performance of this machine, be sure
to observe the following important points. Failure to observe them may not only result in
loss of performance, but may also cause malfunction or breakdown.
Printer Unit
This machine is a precision device.
Handle carefully, and never subject the machine to impact or excessive force.
Never needlessly put your hand or fingers inside the cover, the ink-cartridge ports, or
other internal areas of the machine.
Install in a suitable location.
Install in a location having the specified temperature and relative humidity.
Install in a quiet, stable location offering good operating conditions.
The printing heads and the UV emitter are delicate devices.
Never needlessly touch or allow media to scrape them. Failure to handle with care may
cause damage.
The print heads may be damaged if allowed to dry out. The machine prevents desiccation automatically, but improper operation may render this feature inoperative. Operate
properly, as specified in this manual.
Never allow the machine to stand with an ink cartridge removed. Remaining ink in the
printer may harden and clog the print heads.
The print heads are components that wear out. Periodic replacement is required, with
the frequency of replacement depending on use.
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Important Notes on Handling and Use
Ink Cartridges
Ink cartridges come in various types.
Use a type that is compatible with the printer. Also, be sure to use only genuine items
from Roland DG Corp.
Never subject to impact or attempt to disassemble.
Never drop or shake forcefully. The impact may rupture the internal pouch and cause
the ink to leak.
Never attempt to disassemble.
Never attempt to refill the ink.
If ink gets on your hands or clothing, wash it off as soon as possible. Removal may
become difficult if allowed to stand.
Storage
Use up the ink before the expiration date printed on the ink cartridge.
Store the ink cartridge in a location avoiding direct sunlight or strong illumination.
Store the ink cartridge unopened in a well-ventilated location at a temperature of over
5˚C (41˚F) and under 35˚C (95˚F) and relative humidity of 20 to 80%.
Once opened, store the ink cartridge in the sealed original (shading) bag.
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Chapter 1
Introduction
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1-1 Introduction
Features of the Machine
What's the LEC-300A/330?
The LEC-300A/330 is a printer that performs high-quality printing using ultraviolet (UV) inks and is
equipped with a cutting feature. Not only can you use the unit as either a printer or a cutting machine,
but you can also perform printing followed immediately by cutting. Also, using the crop-mark feature lets
you detach the media after printing, then load it again and position it accurately for cutting. This makes
possible a wide range of uses, including small batches of labels, decals, cut-out text, and signmaking.
Built-in Print Server
This machine has a built-in print server as a network interface. When you use the print server, you can
send printing data to the machine from anywhere on the network.
Includes a Media Take-up System
To accommodate printing of lengthy media, the machine includes a media take-up system. This is
capable of taking up media automatically during printing. This makes possible unattended operation
at night and efficient printing of lengthy media.
Includes a Software Raster Image Processor (RIP)
The software RIP included with the machine lets you use your computer to perform raster image
processing for printing data such as PostScript files exported from a program, and output the data to
the machine.
Features of ECO-UV inks
The LEC-300A/330 uses ECO-UV inks. ECO-UV inks are fixed to the media instantly by ultraviolet light.
This makes it possible to perform printing on media that is difficult to print using conventional inks.
ECO-UV inks are available in a line-up of six colors (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, white, and gloss).
About This Manual
This document is the user's manual for the LEC-300A, and the LEC-330.
Also, most of the figures in this document depict the LEC-330.
Other User's Manuals
In addition to this manual, be sure to read the following documents as well.
(1) LEC-300A/330 Setup Guide
Be sure to read this first. This describes setup, important conditions about the installation location, and
other information for enabling use of this machine.
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1-1 Introduction
(2) Roland VersaWorks Quick Start Guide
This describes the installation, setup, and basic operation for Roland VersaWorks, the included software
raster image processor (RIP).
(3) White and Gloss Ink Guide
Read this after reading (2). It describes the special methods of creating printing data and performing
printing when using white ink or gloss ink.
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1-2 Part Names and Functions
Printer Unit
Loading lever
You operate this when you
load media.
Front cover
Side cover
Be sure to close this when You remove this when you
you perform printing.
perform maintenance.
Operation panel
You use this to perform
various operations.
 P. 28, "Operation Panel"
Maintenance cover
You remove this when you
perform cleaning of the
print heads.
Media discharge port
Stiff media is discharged
here.
Media discharge port
Media is normally discharged here.
Media guide
This prevents the end of the
media from striking the stays
or other areas, which can cause
the media to come loose.
Air-intake port
This is where air intake is performed to lessen the characteristic odor of ECO-UV inks. A deodorizer must be provided
separately.
 "Setup guide"
Link LED
This lights up green when the connection
to the network is correct.
Status LED
This flashes yellow while data is being received from the network.
Main power switch
Ethernet connector
This is used to connect the printer to a
network.
Power-cord connector
This supplies power to the
printer.
Cartridge slots
There are where ink cartridges
are installed.
Drain bottle
This collects drained ink
and other such fluids.
Shaft
Stopper
Rear cover
Be sure to install this when
performing printing.
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Brake
This helps to ensure
stable media feed.
1-2 Part Names and Functions
*The figures in this document depict the LEC-330.
Cutting carriage
The blade and the separating knife
are inside here.
Print-head carriage
The print heads are inside this.
UV emitter
This is the ultraviolet (UV) LED. It emits
light only during printing.
Grit patterns
These indicate the locations of the grit
rollers. The pinch rollers must always be
placed within the area indicated by each
of these patterns.
Pinch rollers
These clamp the media when the loading
lever is pulled back
toward you.
Media clamps
These keep the media from
coming loose and prevent
fuzz on the cut edge of the
media from touching the
print heads.
Platen
This is the path over
which the media
passes. A suction
fan that keeps the
media from coming loose are built
in.
Blade protection
This protects the tip of the
blade during cutting.
Knife guide
The separating knife passes
through this when you perform media cutoff.
Grit rollers
These rollers move the media
forward and backward.
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1-2 Part Names and Functions
Operation Panel
Display screen
This displays various
setting menus and
other information.
BUSY light
This lights up during
printing and other such
operations.
TEST PRINT key
Holding this down for
one second or longer
performs a printing
test.
SETUP key
You press this when you
load media. This lights
up when media is loaded
and the machine is ready
to perform printing.
CLEANING key
You use this to perform
cleaning of the print
heads.
PAUSE key
This pauses printing.
TEST CUT key
Holding this down for
one second or longer
per forms a cutting
test.
CUT CONFIG key
This displays the menu
for setting the conditions for cutting.
BASE POINT key
You use this when you
want to set the printstart location. This lights
up when the setting has
been made.
SHEET CUT key
Holding this down for
one second or longer
cuts off media.
MENU key
You press this to
enter the menus
for various settings.
ENTER key
You use this for such tasks as
enabling setting values.
Cursor keys
You use these to select settings for menu items, to
move the media, and for
other such operations.
Panel Notation
Sub power switch
This switches the printer
on and off. (To switch
the printer off, you hold
down the switch for one
second or longer.) This
flashes slowly when the
machine is in the sleep
mode.
In this document, the keys and lights on the operation panel are indicated by the following images.
MENU key
SETUP key
ENTER key
PAUSE key
CLEANING key
TEST PRINT key
TEST CUT key
BASE POINT key
CUT CONFIG key
SHEET CUT key
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Cursor keys
1-2 Part Names and Functions
Media Take-up System
AUTO switch
This makes the direction of rotation for take-up during printing
change automatically.
MANUAL switch
You use this when you
want to operate the media
take-up system manually.
Take-up cable
This is connected to the printer.
Take-up unit
This takes up media.
Dancer roller
This maintains uniform tension for media.
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Basic Operation
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2-1 Before Starting Operations
Before Starting the Day's Work
The ingredients in white ink tend to settle. Each day, before starting the day's operations, be sure to
carry out the following steps. Allowing the ink to stand without carrying out these steps can cause the
settled material to harden, resulting in malfunction or other problems.
Remove just the white ink cartridges, shake them gently, then reinsert them.
The cyan, magenta, yellow, black, and gloss ink cartridges do not need to be shaken every day, but
new cartridges for these colors should be shaken when you install them.
Automatic Maintenance Feature
This machine is provided with a feature that automatically performs maintenance on a periodic basis.
Because this performs operations that are intended to keep the print heads from drying out, be sure
to observe the following matters.
 Leave the main power on at all times.
 Never leave the front cover open for long periods.
 After finishing making the settings for the various menu items, go back to the top
screen.
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2-2 Switching the Power On and Off
Switching the Power On and Off
This machine has a main power switch and a sub power switch. Switch on both to use the machine.
Whenever printing is finished, switch off the sub power. You also flip down the loading lever to the
rear of the machine.
Leave the main power switch  on at all times, never switching it off. Leaving it on activates the alarm
feature.
 P. 86, "Alarm Feature"
 Sub power
switch
 Main power
switch
Turn this switch on after
closing the front cover.
To turn it off, hold down
the switch for one second or longer.
Be sure to
leave switched
on at all times.
Back of the printer
Front of the printer
Flip the loading lever down
to the rear when not in use.
Important Note on Switching Off the Power
Never switch off the main power or unplug the power cord suddenly while operation is
in progress. Doing so may damage the print heads. Be sure to first switch off the sub
power.
If the main power is accidentally switched off, immediately turn the power back on.
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2-2 Switching the Power On and Off
The Power-saving Feature
This machine is provided with a power-saving feature that switches to a low-power "sleep mode" when
a fixed interval passes with no operation. The factory default for the time after which the machine
switches to the sleep mode is 30 minutes.
You can change the setting for the time of the shift to the sleep mode. You can also switch off the
power-saving feature.
 P. 103, "Setting the Interval until Activation of the Sleep Mode," p.104, "Deactivating the Sleep Mode"
When the machine is in the sleep mode, the sub power switch flashes slowly. Using the operation panel
or performing operations such as sending printing data from the computer (when media is loaded)
restores the machine to its normal mode.
To reduce power consumption, we recommend leaving the power-saving feature on and setting the
activation time for the sleep mode to 30 minutes or less.
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2-3 Loading and Cutting Off Media
Loading Media
Media may be of one of two types: media wound onto a paper tube (called “roll media”) and media not
rolled in this way (called “sheet media”). This section explains how to load media, using roll media as an
example. For information on how to load sheet media, refer to the page indicated below.
 P. 98 "How to Load Sheet Media"
CAUTION
Load roll media correctly.
Otherwise the media may fall and cause injury.
CAUTION
Roll media weighs about 20 kg (44 lb.). Handling roll media is an
operation that must be performed by two persons or more, and care
must be taken to prevent falls.
Attempting to lift heavy media in a manner that taxes your strength may
cause physical injury. Also, if dropped, such items may cause injury.
CAUTION
Never load media that weighs more than 20 kg (44 lb.) .
The machine may fail to withstand the weight and tip over or cause the
media to fall.
CAUTION
When performing printing, be sure to attach the rear cover.
When the rear cover is not installed, ultraviolet light can escape from
the machine more easily.
1. Pass the media through the machine and position it correctly on the left and right.

Open the front cover.
Move the media clamps to the sides.
Media clamps
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
Attach the media flanges to the roll media.
If the inner diameter of the roll-media core measures 3 inches, fit the media flanges onto the
core, then turn each knob clockwise all the way to keep the media flanges from falling out.
3 inches
2 inches
Match to the inner diameter
of the roll-media core.
 Press in to fit on
securely.
Roll-media
Knob
 Turn until the knob
stops rotating.

Detach the rear cover.
Rear cover

Place the roll media on the shafts and position its left and right edges to match
the grit patterns.
Be sure to ensure
the media is within
this range.
20 mm or more
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20 mm or more
2-3 Loading and Cutting Off Media

Secure the stoppers in place in alignment with the width of the media.
Make sure the media flanges are straight. Correct media feed is impossible if either of the media
flanges is at an angle.
Screws
Stoppers
OK

Not OK
Attach the rear cover.
Engage.
Engage.
Rear cover

Pass the leading edge of the media between the grit rollers and the pinch rollers, and feed it out as far as the platen.
Platen
Pinch roller
Grit roller
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
Make sure both edges of the media are above the grit rollers, then place pinch
rollers over all grit rollers covered by the media.
Placing the pinch rollers inside each of the grit patterns ensures that they are positioned above
the grit rollers. Be sure to place the left and right pinch rollers at the edges of the media. The
middle pinch rollers cannot be lowered at any position other than above the grit rollers. When
positioning the middle pinch rollers, choose locations where they are as equally spaced as possible above the grit roller that lie inside the left and right pinch rollers.
 P. 130, "Gloss Ink Features and Printing Methods"
Left pinch roller
Position this
at locations
that is not
overly close
to the edge of
the media.
About 10 mm
Place the pinch
roller inside the grit
pattern.
Right pinch roller
Grit pattern
Position this
at locations
that is not
overly close
to the edge
of the media.
About 10 mm
Be sure to place the right
edge of the media on these
grit rollers.
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2. Secure the media in place so that it is without slack.

Hold the media at the center and pull it out, being sure to keep it straight.

Pull back the loading lever.
Make sure all areas of the media are taut.
The media is secured in place.
Loading lever
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3. Clamp the edges of the media with the media clamp.

Move the media clamps as shown in the figure below.
Left media clamps
Line up the edge of the media
with the centers of the holes.

Close the front cover.


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Right media clamps
Line up the edge of the media
with the centers of the holes.
Use
Press
Press
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to select "ROLL."
2-3 Loading and Cutting Off Media
Important Note When Using the Media Clamps
Insert the media clamps firmly all the way until they engage with an audible click, and make sure
they will not come loose. Incorrect mounting may cause the media to catch or snag and make correct printing impossible, or may lead to malfunction or poor printing quality.
As printing proceeds, the media may move to the left or right and touch or come loose from the
media clamps. After about 1 m (3 ft.) of media has been fed, check the positioning of the media
clamps. If the media looks like it may come loose from the media clamps, adjust the positioning of
the media clamps.
Position the pinch rollers over the grit rollers.
If the message shown in the figure appears when you close the front cover, check the positions of the
pinch rollers and the middle pinch rollers. These must be placed over the grit rollers.
OK
Not OK
PINCHROLL ERROR
INVALID *** POS
Remove when not using roll media.
If roll media is allowed to stand unused in a loaded state for an extended period, the media may sag.
This can cause poor printing quality and motor errors, so be sure to remove and store such media
when not in use.
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2-3 Loading and Cutting Off Media
Cutting Off the Media
Some media may be thick or may be composed of plastic or other hard material. For such media,
never perform cutoff using
. Doing so may cause malfunction or other problems.
Procedure

Close the front cover.
Make sure
lights up.

Hold down
for one second or longer.
The media is cut off. The cutoff location on the media is as shown in the figure below.
Blade
protector
The media is fed
to the front.
Blade
protector
The media is
cut off here.
Printed
portion
You can make the setting in the software RIP for automatic media cutoff after printing or cutting has finished. For information on how to make the setting, refer to the documentation for
the software RIP you're using.
Important Notes on Using the Long Media Clamps
When you're using the long media clamps, be sure to set the [MEDIA CLAMP] menu
item to [LONG] to disable media cutoff. Performing cutting the media when the long
media clamps are installed causes interference with the separating knife, which may
result in malfunction or damage to the machine.
If you want to separate the media after printing has finished, be sure to first detach the
long media clamps, then set the [MEDIA CLAMP] menu item to a setting other than
[LONG].
 P. 96, "Printing Media That Warps Easily"
Give Attention to Media Composition
For some types of media, cutoff is not possible.
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2-3 Loading and Cutting Off Media
Some types of media may remain on the platen after cutoff. If the media remains on
the platen, remove it by hand.
When you cut off media while using the short media clamps, then depending on the
media, it may come loose from the media clamps. After you cut off the media, check
to make sure that the media has not come loose from the media clamps.
Before you're performing cutoff, never use
to pull the media back.
Unless the end of the media has been pulled out to a location to the front of the platen,
cutoff may not be performed smoothly.
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2-4 Starting Printing
Getting Ready to Receive Data from a Computer
When you have finished loading media, then follow the steps below. This procedure enables the machine
to receive data from the computer and perform output. When printing data that includes cutting paths is
received, you can also carry out cutting immediately after performing printing. Note, however, that when
you want to perform only cutting, operation that differs from the following procedure is required.
 P. 51, "To Perform Cutting"
Procedure



Close the front cover.
Make sure
stays steadily lit.
Make sure you are at the top menu.
If you are not at the top menu, press
then press
.
Top screen
Steadily lighted
Printing Is Not Possible in These Situations
The machine does not run when the front cover is open. Also, never open it when printing is in
progress. Doing so interrupts printing.
Data from the computer is not accepted when
is dark.
Data from the computer is not accepted when you are not at the top menu.
Points Which Must Be Observed
Be sure to set the media clamps during printing. Otherwise the edges of the media may warp and
catch on the print heads.
During printing, never touch the media that's already been discharged. Doing so may obstruct media
feed or cause the media to rub against the heads, which may result in a paper jam or damage to the
heads.
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2-4 Starting Printing
Printing Tests and Cleaning
We recommend performing a printing test to check for problems such as dot drop-out before you carry
out actual printing. If problems such as dot drop-out are found, clean the print heads.
How to Perform a Printing Test
Printing test
Hold down for one
second or longer.
LEC-300A
LEC-330
A
B
C
Dot drop-out
Holding down
for one second or longer prints a test pattern.
You can print the test pattern where you want by using
to move the cutting
carriage, then pressing
. The front cover may be left open during movement, but be sure to
close it before you press
.
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2-4 Starting Printing
How to Perform Cleaning
When a printing test reveals dot drop-out or the like, perform cleaning for just the group of heads that
is incapable of correct printing. Compared with performing cleaning for all heads, this can reduce the
amount of ink consumed.
Procedure

CLEANING
NORMAL CL.

LEC-300A
NORMAL CL.
AB
LEC-330
NORMAL CL.
ABC

LEC-300A
LEC-330
NORMAL CL.
A C
A

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Press
.
Press
.
LEC-300A : Of groups A or B, cleaning is performed only for
the group displayed.
LEC-330 : Of groups A through C, cleaning is performed only
for the group displayed.
LEC-330
Test print
B
Group A
.
Use
to choose the group of heads
that is not to be cleaned.
Use
to get rid of the group display.
Repeat this procedure to display the groups of only
the heads that require cleaning.
NORMAL CL.
A
LEC-300A
Press
A
LEC-300A
B
Group A
Group B
Press
Test print
C
Group B
Group C
.
CLEANING...
>>
Cleaning starts.
NORMAL CL.
A
When it finishes, the screen shown in the figure appears
again.
Chapter 2 Basic Operation
2-4 Starting Printing
LEC-330


Press
.
CLEANING...
>>
Cleaning starts.
NORMAL CL.
A C
When it finishes, the screen shown in the figure appears
again.
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Perform a printing test again to make sure the dot drop-out has been corrected.
If the problem persists, try performing cleaning a second time.
If the problem doesn't go away even after performing cleaning two or three times, then try
cleaning using a different method.
 P. 67, "When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective"
If the Printing-test Results Are Difficult to Interpret
Examine the results from different angles in a well-lighted location. Take advantage of
reflected light to enable visual checking. We recommend performing the printing test
on transparent or silver-colored media.
When you want to clean all heads simultaneously
Hold down
cally.
for one second or longer. Cleaning for all heads starts automati-
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2-5 If Ink Runs Out
Checking for Remaining Ink
Procedure

MENU
INK REMAINING


W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
Press
.
Press
Press
.
several times.
to go back to the original screen.
Amount of ink remaining
Much
Little
The display shows an approximate guide to the amount of remaining ink, which may differ somewhat
from the actual amount remaining.
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Chapter 2 Basic Operation
2-5 If Ink Runs Out
If Ink Runs Out
When ink runs out, a warning beep sounds and printing pauses (unless the default settings have been
changed). Pull out the empty ink cartridge and insert a new one. Printing resumes.
Important Notes on Replacing Cartridges
Be sure to replace with an item of identical type. Never mix items of different
types.
Never allow the machine to stand with an ink cartridge removed. The print heads
may become clogged.
Never insert or remove a partially used ink cartridge.
Never remove an ink cartridge suddenly while the printer is in operation.
When printing is paused, the coloring at the seam may be altered when printing
resumes. Before you perform lengthy printing, check the amount of ink remaining in
the ink cartridges.
WARNING
Never store ink, cleaning fluid, or discharged fluid in any of the
following locations.
 Any location exposed to open flame
 Any location where high temperature may occur
 Near bleach or any other such oxidizing agent or explosive material
 Any location within the reach of children
Fire may be a danger. Accidental ingestion by children may pose a
health hazard.
Procedure

The slot number for the empty cartridge flashes.

Gently shake the new ink cartridge.
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2-5 If Ink Runs Out

Pull out the empty ink cartridge and immediately insert the new one.
Replace with an item of identical type and color.
 Keep the labeled side face up.
 Insert and remove slowly, one at a time.
 Insert firmly, as far as it will go.
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2-6 Performing Cutting
To Perform Cutting
To perform cutting, carry out the procedure described below.
Move the media clamps to locations where they don’t clamp the media. Alternatively, remove the media clamps.
Media clamps
When you're performing cutting only, then if you're cutting roll media, allow
the media to hang down from the rear of the machine.
If cutting is started without doing this first, a motor error may occur or the roll may fall because
the media is pulled with excessive force.
Turn the media flanges by hand
to pull out the necessary length
from the roll.
Important Notes on Cutting
Never use the media clamps. You can also detach them when not in use.
When you’re performing printing followed immediately by cutting, then before you
start cutting, allow the ink to dry sufficiently. Use your software RIP to make the
setting for the drying time. For information on how to make the setting, refer to the
documentation for the software RIP you're using. The drying time varies according
to the media.
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2-6 Performing Cutting
Hints and Tips for Cutting
Setting the [PREFEED] menu item to “ENABLE” makes the machine automatically
feed out media and take it up again before cutting. This makes it unnecessary to run
out media to the rear of the machine before the operation.
 P. 119, "Preventing Pulling of the Media with Undue Force When Performing Cutting Only"
The end of the cap for the blade holder may scrape or damage the printed surface.
If this happens, increase the amount of blade extension.
 P. 116, " Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount"
Performing a Cutting Test
For high-quality cutting, then before you perform actual cutting, we recommend carrying out a cutting
test to check the cutting quality for the media. Before carrying out a cutting test, detach the media
clamps.
Performing a Cutting Test
Hold down
for one second or longer to perform a cutting test.
You can perform the cutting test at any location you want by using
to move the cutting carriage. The front cover may be left open during movement, but be sure to close
it before you press
.
Rectangle
Circle
Peel off the cut shapes to verify the cutting quality, and make the setting for blade force.
If two shapes peel off together, make the setting for blade force.
When Cutting the Printed Surface
Hardened ink is thick. When cutting a printed surface, first perform a cutting test on the actual surface
that has been printed.
 P. 53, "Making the Setting for Blade Force," p. 116, " Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount"
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2-6 Performing Cutting
Making the Setting for Blade Force
Procedure

FORCE
50gf

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
60gf
Press
Use
.
to enter the value.
Press
to finish making the setting, and go
back to the original screen.
Pressing
enters the cutting configuration menu. You can also make the settings for other cutting conditions in addition to the blade force. Refer to the following pages.
 P. 114, "Fine-tuning the Cutting Conditions"
When you're finished making all the settings, send cutting data from the computer.
 P. 44, "Getting Ready to Receive Data from a Computer"
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Chapter 3
Operation of the Media Take-up System
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3-1 The Media Take-up System
Features of the Media Take-up System
Using the media take-up system lets you perform printing while the media is taken up automatically.
This makes possible unattended operation at night and efficient printing of lengthy media.
Operating Conditions for the Media Take-up System
Never Use When Performing Cutting
Never use the media take-up system when you're performing cutting operations. Use is possible only
when performing printing.
Use During Dual-pass Printing Not Possible
When you're performing dual-pass printing, the media must be pulled back, and so the media take-up
unit cannot be used.
 P. 130 "Gloss Ink Features and Printing Methods"
Settings Related to Media Feed
When using the media take-up system, to avoid pulling media with undue force, be sure to observe the
following points. Operations that pull the media with undue force, such as unsuitable take-up by the
take-up system, can cause printing to stop or result in misalignment of the printing position.
Never use
to pull the media back.
Never operate the MANUAL switch for the take-up unit when the loading lever is
pulled back.
When loading and setting up media, set the [SETUP SHEET] menu item to "TU."
When feeding out media toward the front of the machine by pressing
, be
sure to set the base point.
If the setting for pulling back media after printing has been made on the computer,
then turn off the setting.
On the computer, set the margin from the print-end position to the next print-start
position (the page spacing) at a value of 120 millimeters or more.
Set the [PREFEED] setting-menu item to "DISABLE."
When Performing Continuous Printing of Two or More Pages
When you're performing continuous printing and take-up for two or more pages, give attention to the
following points.
If the setting to execute automatic cutoff of the media can be made on the computer,
then turn this setting off. Making the setting on the computer to execute automatic
cutoff of the media results in media cutoff after each page is printed. (When the
[MEDIA CLAMP] menu item is set to [LONG], media cutoff is not performed.) Takeup quits as soon as the media is cut off.
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Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System
3-1 The Media Take-up System
About the Paper Tube
The included paper tube is a special part exclusively for use with this machine. Using something other
than the included item may result in spinning without traction or other problems that impede media
take-up.
The paper tube is a part that wears out. The replacement cycle varies according to usage conditions,
but to ensure good media take-up, monitor the state of the paper tube and replace it when necessary.
To purchase a replacement, contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer or Roland DG Corp.
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3-2 Using the Media Take-up System
Loading Roll Media
1. Pass the media through the printer.

Move the dancer roller toward the rear.
Dancer roller

Load the roll media.

Pull back the loading lever.
 P.35, "Loading Media"
The media is secured in place.
Loading lever
2. Fasten the media to the paper tube.
When you attach the paper tube, insert it securely onto the end caps on the take-up unit. For information on how to install it, refer to the Setup Guide.
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
SETUP SHEET
TU

LOAD SHEET
TO TAKE-UP
Use
Press
to select "TU."
.
The screen shown in the figure appears.
Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System
3-2 Using the Media Take-up System

Press

Fasten the media in place with tape at three locations (the center and both
edges) so that the media is not at an angle.
to adjust the length of the media to be pulled out.
You can adjust the length of the media in 10-millimeter steps by pressing
To pull out media continuously, hold down
.
.
■Take-up with outward curl
Fasten first.
Paper tube
Adhesive tape (3 places)
■Take-up with inward curl
Fasten first.
Paper tube
Adhesive tape (3 places)
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3-2 Using the Media Take-up System
3. Make the setting for the direction of automatic take-up and perform take-up of the media onto the paper tube.


Press
.
The media is pulled out and the screen shown in the figure
appears.
Pull the dancer roller back toward you.
Dancer roller

CHECK
TAKE-UP SETTING
Make sure the media is stretched taut, and press
.
The screen shown in the figure appears.

Make the setting for the AUTO switch on the take-up unit.
■Take-up with outward curl
Ensure there
is no slack.
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Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System
3-2 Using the Media Take-up System
■Take-up with inward curl
Ensure there
is no slack.

W 736mm
Press
.
Making the setting is complete when the screen shown in the
figure (the top menu) appears.
When you begin take-up, take care to ensure that the end of the media does not become
rolled or creased.
To Take up Media Manually
You can take up media by using the MANUAL switch. However, never operate the MANUAL switch
while the loading lever is pulled back. Doing so may cause the media to be pulled with excessive force,
actuating the protective feature and resulting in an error.
Take-up with inward curl
Take-up with outward
curl
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3-2 Using the Media Take-up System
Removing Taken-up Media
CAUTION
Removal of taken-up roll media from the unit is a task which must
be carried out by two or more persons.
If dropped, such items may cause injury.

Cut off the media.



Support the paper tube to prevent it from falling.
 P. 42, "Cutting Off the Media"
Loosen the arm retaining screw and move the arm.
Detach the paper tube from the end caps.
w
Arm retaining screw
x

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Chapter 3 Operation of the Media Take-up System
Chapter 4
Maintenance and
Adjustment
63
4-1 Daily Care and Maintenance
Disposing of Discharged Ink
The drain bottle collects discharged fluid. Dispose of collected material before the bottle becomes full.
The message shown in the figure appears when a certain amount of discharged fluid has collected in
the bottle. Follow the procedure below to discard the discharged fluid.
CHECK
DRAIN BOTTLE
Resetting the discharged-fluid counter after disposal makes
the message shown in the figure disappear.
Press
.
1. Choose the "DRAIN BOTTLE" menu item.

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.

SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
Press
Press
.
.

MAINTENANCE
DRAIN BOTTLE
Press
Press
.
.

EMPTY
DRAIN BOTTLE
Press
.
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
several times.
2. Empty the bottle by discarding the discharged fluid.
CAUTION
Before you detach the drain bottle, be sure to wait for the screen
to display "EMPTY DRAIN BOTTLE."
Failing to follow this procedure may cause discharged fluid to flow out
of the tube and spill, soiling your hands or the floor.
Upper limit
Discard before
this is reached.
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4-1 Dairy Care and Maintenance
3. Attach the emptied bottle and reset the discharged-fluid count.

Attach the emptied bottle.

RESET DRAIN
COUNTER
Press
.

MAINTENANCE
DRAIN BOTTLE
Press
a second time.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
WARNING
Never place discharged fluid near open flame.
Doing so may cause fire.
CAUTION
To store discharged fluid temporarily, place it in the included drain
bottle or in a durable sealed container such as a metal can or polyethylene tank, and cap tightly.
Any spillage or vapor leakage make cause fire, odor, or physical distress.
Store discharged fluid in a location not exposed to direct sunlight.
When temporarily storing discharged fluid in the included drain bottle, keep the drain bottle
out of direct sunlight. Otherwise the discharged fluid may harden, making the drain bottle
unusable.
Dispose of discharged fluid properly, in accordance with the laws in effect in
your locale.
Discharged fluid is flammable and contains toxic ingredients. Never attempt to incinerate
discharged fluid or discard it with ordinary trash. Also, do not dispose of it in sewer systems,
rivers, or streams. Doing so may have an adverse impact on the environment.
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65
4-1 Dairy Care and Maintenance
Cleaning
Pinch rollers
Periodically wipe away any grime.
Failure to clean properly may result
in the transfer of grime to the surface
of media.
Grit rollers
Remove buildup of media and other
material using a brush. Never use a
metal brush.
Wipe away any buildup of ink or
grime on the media path.
WARNING
Never use gasoline, alcohol, thinner, or any other flammable material.
Doing so may cause fire.
This machine is a precision device, and is sensitive to dust and dirt. Perform cleaning
on a daily basis.
Clean by wiping with a cloth moistened by neutral detergent diluted with water then
wrung dry.
Never attempt to oil or lubricate the machine.
Care and Maintenance of the Print Heads
Daily Care and Maintenance
Perform maintenance using the machine's head cleaning feature.
 P. 45, "Printing Tests and Cleaning," p .67, "When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective"
Periodic Care and Maintenance
Periodic care is essential to ensuring optimal printing at all times. Based on your frequency of use,
periodically clean the print heads using a cleaning kit.
 P. 70, "Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit"
Note: The print heads are components that wear out. Periodic replacement is required,
with the frequency of replacement depending on use. Purchase them from your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
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4-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective
Performing More Powerful Cleaning
When the problems such as dot drop-out are not cleared up by the "normal cleaning," try the more
forceful "medium cleaning" or the even more forceful "powerful cleaning." Note, however, that this
consumes more ink than "normal cleaning," and too-frequent use may damage the print heads themselves. Avoid using it more than necessary.
In the same way as for normal cleaning, choose and clean only the group of a head that are incapable
of correct printing.
1. Choose "medium cleaning" or "powerful cleaning."
Press
.
Use
to choose "MEDIUM CL." or
"POWERFUL CL."
CLEANING
MEDIUM CL.
2. Specify the head group to clean.

LEC-300A
Press
MEDIUM CL.
A B
.
LEC-330
MEDIUM CL.
A B C

LEC-300A
Use
to choose the group of heads that
is not to be cleaned.
Use
to get rid of the group display.
MEDIUM CL.
A
LEC-330
Repeat this procedure to display the groups of only
the heads that require cleaning.
MEDIUM CL.
A C
LEC-300A : Of groups A or B, cleaning is performed only for
the group displayed.
LEC-330 : Of groups A through C, cleaning is performed only
for the group displayed.
LEC-300A
LEC-330
Printing-test results
A
Group A
B
Group B
A
Group A
Printing-test results
B
Group B
C
Group C
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4-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective
If the Printing-test Results Are Difficult to Interpret
Examine the results from different angles in a well-lighted location. Take advantage of
reflected light to enable visual checking. We recommend performing the printing test
on transparent or silver-colored media.
3. Start cleaning.

Press
.
If You Chose "MEDIUM CL."
LEC-300A
CLEANING...
>>
MEDIUM CL.
A
The screen shown in the figure appears, then cleaning starts.
When it finishes, the screen shown in the figure appears. Go
on to Step
LEC-330
CLEANING...
>>
MEDIUM CL.
A
C
If You Chose "POWERFUL CL."
CHECK
DRAIN BOTTLE

The screen shown in the figure appears. Go on to Step.
Check the drain bottle.
If the amount of discharged fluid is near the upper-limit line, then remove the
bottle, discard the collected fluid, and reattach the bottle.
 P. 64, "Disposing of Discharged Ink," step 2

LEC-300A
Press
The screen shown in the figure appears, then cleaning starts.
POWERFUL CL.
A
When it finishes, the screen shown in the figure appears again.
Go on to Step.
LEC-330
CLEANING...
>>
POWERFUL CL.
A
C
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.
CLEANING...
>>
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment
4-2 When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
When Powerful Cleaning Is Not Effective
If problems such as dot drop-out persist even after you have performed powerful cleaning several
times, then use the cleaning kit to clean the heads. Such cleaning can be effective when carried out
periodically, according to the frequency of use.
 P. 70, "Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit"
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4-3 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit
When the Cleaning Kit Becomes Necessary
Periodic Care and Maintenance
At least once a month, clean the print heads, UV emitter, and other such areas using the cleaning kit.
When Dot Drop-out or the Like Occur Frequently
When the machine's head-cleaning feature does not correct the problem, clean the print heads using
the cleaning kit.
When Hardening of the Ink on Printed Material Is Insufficient
Clean the UV emitter using the cleaning kit.
If you use up the cleaning kit, purchase a new one from your authorized Roland DG
Corp. dealer.
The print heads are components that wear out. Periodic replacement is required,
with the frequency of replacement depending on use. Purchase them from your
authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
How to Perform Cleaning
Important Notes on This Procedure
Cleaning requires the included cleaning liquid and commercially available glass
cleaner. Have these on hand before you start.
Before attempting this operation, remove any media.
To prevent the print heads from drying out, finish this procedure in 10 minutes or
less.
A warning beep sounds after 10 minutes. At this time, stop work, attach the front
cover, and press
. When the head-protection operation finishes, restart the
procedure from the beginning.
Never use any implement other than the included cleaning stick. Cotton swabs or
other lint-producing items may damage the heads.
Use one cleaning stick per cleaning session, then discard the stick after use. Reusing cleaning sticks may reduce printing quality.
Never immerse a cleaning stick that has already been used to perform cleaning in
the cleaning liquid. Doing so may degrade the cleaning liquid.
Never touch the nozzle surface of the heads.
Stroke the sponges very gently, applying as little pressure as possible. Never rub,
scrape, or crush them.
CAUTION
70
Be sure to perform operations as specified by these instructions,
and never touch any area not specified in the instructions.
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
Chapter 4 Maintenance and Adjustment
4-3 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit
1. Change to the print-head manual-cleaning mode.


Remove any media.
MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
Press
Press
.
.

MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
Press
.

OPEN MAINTENANCE COVER
Press
.
Open the front cover and remove the maintenance
cover.
Screws
Maintenance
cover
Screws

Close the front cover and press
.
The print-head carriage moves to the left side of the machine,
and then the screen shown in the figure appears.

Remove the side cover.
Screws
Side cover
Screws
Hook
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4-3 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit


Touch the location shown in the figure to discharge any static electricity.
FINISHED?
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
2. Clean using the cleaning stick. Be especially careful to clean away any fibrous dust (lint).

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Moisten the cleaning stick with the cleaning liquid.
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4-3 Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit

Perform cleaning in the sequence shown in the figure below.
Never rub the nozzle surface of the head.
Clean only the metal frame.
Gently stroke the sponge.
Never rub with force.
Area to clean
Area to clean
*While working with the cleaning swab, be careful
not to touch the print head surfaces directly.
Area to clean
Area to clean
*The figures in this document depict the LEC-330.

Apply commercially available glass cleaner to the cleaning stick.
Use a new cleaning stick.
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
Clean the locations shown in the figure.
*The figures in this document depict
the LEC-330.
Area to clean
Area to clean
3. Quit the manual cleaning mode.


Press
CLOSE SIDE
COVER
.
The screen shown in the figure appears.
Attach the side cover.
Screws
Side cover
Screws


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CLOSE FRONT
COVER
Hook
Press
.
Close the front cover.
The print-head carriage moves to the right side of the machine,
and then the screen shown in the figure appears.
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
Open the front cover and attach the maintenance cover.
Screws
Maintenance
cover.
Screws

MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
Close the front cover.
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
4. Perform a printing test to verify the results of the procedure.
Perform a printing test to check the results.
Perform cleaning using the machine’s cleaning feature several times when necessary.
 P. 45, "Printing Tests and Cleaning"
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4-4 Replacing Consumable Parts
Replacing the Wipers
TIME FOR
WIPER REPLACE
Press
.
The wipers are components that you use when
cleaning the print heads. When the screen displays
a message like the one shown, it means the item
needs to be replaced. Replace with new items.
When a warning beep sounds during replacing the wiper.
A warning beep sounds after 10 minutes. At this time, stop work, attach the side cover. And then press
to finish the wiper replacement menu. When the head-protection operation finishes, restart
the procedure from the beginning.
CAUTION
Be sure to perform operations as specified by these instructions,
and never touch any area not specified in the instructions.
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
1. Display the [REPLACE WIPER] menu.


MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
Press
Press
.
.

MAINTENANCE
REPLACE WIPER
Press
Press
.
.
Press
.

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Remove any media from the platen.
The print-head carriage moves to a location where wiper
replacement is possible, and then the screen shown in the
figure appears.
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
Remove the side cover.
Screws
Side cover
Screws


Hook
Touch the location shown in the figure to discharge any static electricity.
FINISHED?
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
2. Replace the wipers. Use the included tweezers.

Detach the old wipers.
Detach the hook and pull up and out.
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
Insert the new wipers.
Felt surface
toward the rear
Rubber surface
toward the front

Attach the hook.
Hook
3. Quit the [REPLACE WIPER] menu.


Press
CLOSE SIDE
COVER
Attach the side cover.
Screws
Side cover
Screws
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4-4 Replacing Consumable Parts

Press
CLEANING...
>>
After the process to quit the wiper replacement mode, the
screen shown in the figure appears.
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE WIPER


.
Press
Press
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
.
to go back to the original screen.
Perform a printing test to verify the results of the procedure.
 P. 45, "Printing Tests and Cleaning"
Replacing the Blade
If the blade becomes dull, replace it with the included replacement blade.
CAUTION
Be sure to perform operations as specified by these instructions,
and never touch any area not specified in the instructions.
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
CAUTION
Never touch the tip of the blade with your fingers.
Doing so may result in injury.
1. Enter the blade replacement mode.

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.

SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
Press
Press
.
.

MAINTENANCE
REPLACE KNIFE
Press
Press
.

NOW PROCESSING..
Press
.
several times.
several times.
The cutting carriage moves to a location permitting blade replacement, and then the screen shown in the figure appears.
OPEN FRONT
COVER

FINISHED?
Open the front cover.
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
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2. Replace the blade.

Remove the blade holder.

Press this pin
Remove the old blade.
Blade holder
Old blade

Install a new blade.
Pin
Blade holder
New blade

Reinstall the blade holder.
If installed without supporting the screw
in this way, cutting quality may become
poor.
Insert until
the collar is
flush with the
surface.
Screw
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
Tighten the screw.
Tug the blade holder upward to make
sure it does not come loose.
3. Quit the blade replacement mode.

MAINTENANCE
REPLACE KNIFE
Close the front cover.
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Replacing the Separating Knife
If the separating knife becomes dull, replace it with the included replacement knife.
CAUTION
Be sure to perform operations as specified by these instructions,
and never touch any area not specified in the instructions.
Sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.
CAUTION
Never touch the tip of the separating knife with your fingers.
Doing so may result in injury.
1. Enter the blade replacement mode.

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
Press
Press
.
.
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
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE KNIFE
Press
Press
.

NOW PROCESSING..
Press
.
OPEN FRONT
COVER
The cutting carriage moves to a location where blade replacement is possible, and then the screen shown in the figure
appears.

several times.
Open the front cover.
Preparations are complete when this screen appears.
FINISHED?
2. Replace the separating knife.

Remove the separating knife.
 Loosen the screw until it slips out.
 Grasp the screw portion, and slowly

pull it out in the direction of the arrow.
When doing this, do not pull it back
toward you.


Magnet
Install a new knife.
The knife is secured in place by the
magnet.
Positioning groove

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Slowly insert it into the groove.
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
Tighten the screw.
Take care to ensure that the knife
does not slip out of position at
this time.
3. Quit the blade replacement mode.

MAINTENANCE
REPLACE KNIFE
Close the front cover.
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
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4-5 Adjustment of White Ink
When white ink is used, dot drop-out or other problems that impede normal ink discharge may occur
even when powerful cleaning or manual cleaning of the print heads has been performed. This can occur
because the ingredients in white ink tend to settle, and may harden if allowed to stand for a lengthy
time. If this happens, carry out the operations described below.
These operations require two SOL INK cleaning cartridges.
Procedure

MENU
INK RENEWAL
Press
Press
.
several times.

CHECK
DRAIN BOTTLE
Press
.

Number 5 and 6 flashes.
Discard the discharged fluid and attach the emptied bottle.
Press
.
 Remove the ink cartridges from slots 5 and 6.
 Insert SOL INK cleaning cartridges into slots 5
and 6.
Number 5 and 6 flashes.

REMOVE CL‑LIQUID
123456
Number 5 and 6 flashes.
RENEWING INK . . .
>>>>>>>>>>>>

SET CARTRIDGE
123456
Remove the SOL INK cleaning cartridges from slots
5 and 6.
Carry out steps  and  as many times as indicated by the
on-screen messages.
Insert the ink cartridges into slots 5 and 6.
Number 5 and 6 flashes.
RENEWING INK . . .
>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
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
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
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4-6 When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period
Keep Performing Maintenance
Switch on the power once every two weeks.
Switch on the sub power once every two weeks. When you turn on the power, the machine automatically performs some operations such as those to keep the print heads from drying out. Allowing the
machine to stand completely unused for a prolonged period may damage the print heads, so be sure
to switch on the power to perform these automatic operations.
Keep at a Constant Temperature and Relative Humidity
Even when the machine is not in use, keep it at a temperature of 5 to 40˚C (41 to 104˚F) and a relative
humidity of 20 to 80% (with no condensation). If temperatures are too high or too low, it may cause
malfunction.
Alarm Feature
This feature is to remind you to switch on the sub power once a month. When
the machine remains unused for about one month, this screen appears and a
warning beep sounds. If this screen appears, switch on the sub power. When
maintenance operations finish, switch off the sub power.
PRESS THE POWER
KEY TO CLEAN
This feature operates when the printer's main power is turned on. We recommend leaving on just the
main power to the printer even when the machine is to remain out of use for a prolonged period.
Important Note on Draining Ink
This machine has features for draining internal ink and for performing washing using SOL INK cleaning cartridges, but they should never be used except in special cases. Allowing the machine to stand
without ink for a prolonged period may damage the heads, even if internal washing is performed. Once
ink has been filled, then as a rule the ink should never be drained.
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4-7 When Moving the Unit
Procedures from Preparing to Move Through Reinstalling
To move the machine, you must completely drain all ink inside the machine and secure the print heads
in place with packing materials to protect them. Attempting to move the machine without first doing
this may result in damage to internal components due to leaking ink or damage to the heads.
This operation requires four unused SOL INK cleaning cartridges. Have these on hand before you
start.
For information on how to remove and attach the various items, refer to the Setup Guide.
Important Notes on Moving
Be sure to use SOL INK cleaning cartridges. Use of any other type may result in
breakdown.
Once the preparations for moving are complete, move the machine and fill it with
ink with as little delay as possible. Allowing the machine to stand without ink may
damage the print heads.
When moving the machine, keep it at a temperature between 5 to 40˚C (41 to 104˚F)
and at relative humidity between 20 to 80% (with no condensation). Failure to do so
may result in breakdown.
Handle the machine with care when moving, keeping it level (not tilted at an angle)
and preventing it from striking other objects.
1. Drain the ink and wash the interior.

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
INK CONTROL
Press
Press
.
twice.

INK CONTROL
HEAD WASH
Press
Press
.
twice.

CLEANING LIQUID
IS REQUIRED
Press
.
Make sure the cleaning fluid is ready.

CHECK
DRAIN BOTTLE
Press
.
Discard the discharged ink in the drain bottle.
Be sure to discard the discharged ink.

Press
.
Thereafter, follow the on-screen instructions to carry out the operations.
After cleaning has finished, the sub power is automatically switched off.
 P. 64, "Disposing of Discharged Ink," p. 141, "Draining Ink and Performing Internal Washing"
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2. Secure the print heads in place.

Remove the drain bottle and detach the drain-bottle stand. Then attach the
drain-tube cover.




Detach the blade holder.
Raise the loading lever.
Secure the print heads in place using the packing material.
Lower the roll media from the printer and detach the shafts.
If necessary, also detach the dancer roller, rail slider, and stand legs etc.
The machine is now ready to be moved.
3. Immediately move the machine and fill it with ink.
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
Once the preparations are complete, move the machine with as little delay as
possible.

Immediately reinstall the machine and fill with ink.
Referring to the Setup Guide, reinstall the machine and carry out ink-filling and other preparations. When filling with ink, you use the SOL INK cleaning cartridges again. The ink mode cannot
be changed.
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5-1 Pausing or Canceling Output
Canceling Output Before It Finishes
Procedure



Press
Hold down
.
for one second or longer.
Stop sending output data from the computer.
Description
pauses output. Pressing
a second time here resumes printing, but a horizontal stripe
is produced at the location where printing was stopped. We do not recommend resuming printing.
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5-2 Setting the Print-start Position
Setting the Print-start Position
Procedure

Use
to move the cutting carriage.
Align the center of the blade with the new print-start position.
Printing area
Print-start
position
Scan-direction
start position

W 600mm
B
Feed-direction
start position
Press
.
This indicates that the printing-start position has been set.
Feed-direction
Scan-direction
Description
You can set the print-start position at any location you want. Note, however, that this setting returns
to its default value after printing, and so it needs to be set separately for each page. When the start
location has been set,
lights up and screen displays the character “B” together with the print-
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possible width at the position.
This feature is also available when you're printing or cutting various test patterns, and can help you
use media with less waste. Note, however, that the left and right positions are not restored to their
defaults for test patterns.
Also, never use
in the following cases.
When you're using the media take-up system
The media take-up system may pull the media with undue force, resulting in an error or malfunction.
Before or after executing feed correction
Slackness in the roll media can make it impossible to obtain reliable correction results. Also, slackness in the roll media after feed correction may cause slippage in the media's movement distance
during printing, resulting in horizontal stripes.
 P. 111, "Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Bands and the Like"
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Using Transparent Media
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

EDGE DETECTION
ENABLE
DISABLE
Press
Use
twice.
to select "DISABLE."
Press
to enable the setting.

The settings are changed and the screen shown in the figure
appears.
Description
This setting enables or disables detection of the leading and trailing edges of the media. It is normally
set to "ENABLE." When transparent media is loaded, set it to "DISABLE." When this is set to "DISABLE,"
the "ROLL" and "TU" selections are available during media setup.
When [EDGE DETECTION] is set to "DISABLE," printing operation does not stop when the media runs out.
If media runs out while printing is in progress, immediately press
to quit printing. Otherwise,
there is a chance that the platen or the like may become soiled by ink or that ink may get inside and
damage the machine.
Default Setting
[EDGE DETECTION]: ENABLE
Preventing Media from Coming Loose
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.

SUB MENU
VACUUM POWER
Press
Press
.
.

VACUUM POWER
AUTO
90%
Press
Use
Press
.
several times.
to set the value.
to enable the setting.
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
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
The platen uses suction to grip the media and keep it stable. When media comes loose from the platen
because it is warped or wrinkled, increasing the suction force may help correct the problem. Conversely,
when the media is flimsy and cannot move smoothly, reducing the suction force may help.
When set to "AUTO," the suction force is automatically adjusted to the optimal level for the media
width.
You can also make this setting on the computer. When you have made the setting on the computer,
the computer's setting is used and the printer's setting is ignored.
Default Setting
[VACUUM POWER]: AUTO
Speeding Up Printing for Narrow Media
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
FULL WIDTH S
Press
Press
.
several times.

FULL WIDTH S
FULL
OFF
Press
Use
Press
.
to select "SHEET" or "OFF."
to enable the setting.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
This shortens printing time by reducing the width of the print-head movement range to the minimum
necessary. This is effective when the width of the media or the printing data is narrow.
"FULL" sets the movement range of the print heads to the maximum width of loadable media.
"SHEET" matches the range of print-head movement to the width of the media.
"OFF" matches the range of print-head movement to the printing data. Movement is limited to the
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minimum amount necessary, and this can be expected to yield the fastest printing.
Note, however, that the range of print-head movement is limited to the maximum scanning width that
is printed. Also, the maximum scanning width printed is reset every time printing of a page finishes.
Range of print-head movement
when set to "OFF"
Next print-start position
Print-end position
Feed direction
Print-start position
Scan direction
Printing area
Print-head movement range
Default Setting
[FULL WIDTH S]: FULL
Preventing Soiling of the Media and Dot Drop-out During Printing
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
PERIODIC CL.
Press
Press
.
several times.

PERIODIC CL .
NONE
10 min
Press
.
Use
to select a value from "5 min" to
"990 min," or "PAGE."
Press
to enable the setting.
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
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
Ink tends to collect on the surface of the heads when you use media prone to buildup of static charge,
when the ambient temperature is low, or when the head height is set to “HIGH.” Under some conditions,
this ink may be transferred to the media or cause dot drop-out. Use this feature at such times. The ink
buildup is removed as printing is performed.
When this is set to "PAGE," automatic cleaning is performed every time before printing starts.
When this is set to a value from "5 min" to "990 min," automatic cleaning is performed when the cumulative printing time reaches the value you set here.
When this is set to "NONE," no automatic cleaning is performed.
Using "PAGE" or a value from "5 min" to "990 min," results in longer printing times. Also, when this is set
to a value from "5 min" to "990 min," printing pauses and so colors may be uneven.
 P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness"
Default Setting
[PERIODIC CL.]: NONE
Printing Media That Warps Easily
Procedure
1. Change the setting for the [MEDIA CLAMP] menu item to [LONG].
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
MENU
MEDIA CLAMP
Press
Press
.
several times.

MEDIA CLAMP
SHORT
LONG
Press
Use
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
to go back to the original screen.
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to select "LONG."
to enable the setting.
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2. Replace the short media clamps with the long ones.

Remove the short media clamps.
Push here.

Pull back while holding down the area.
Attach the long media clamps.
Insert until it clicks
into place.
Description
When you want to hold the media in place more securely, such as when you're printing media that warps
easily, use the long media clamps to secure the edges of the media in place. Note that when you're attaching the long media clamps, be sure to make the setting described above so that the media-cutoff
operation cannot be performed. Performing media cutoff with the long media clamps installed may
cause the long media clamps to touch the separating knife, resulting in damage or malfunction. When
the [MEDIA CLAMP] menu item is set to [LONG], media cutoff is not performed.
 P. 42, "Cutting Off the Media"
Default Setting
[MEDIA CLAMP] : LONG
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How to Load Sheet Media
To load and use sheet media, follow the steps below.
1. Load the sheet media.

Measure the thickness of the sheet media.
If the measured value is 0.5 millimeters or more, increase the height of the print heads.
 P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness"

Detach the rear cover.
Rear cover



If roll media is loaded, then remove it.

Attach the rear cover.
Remove both shafts.
Pass the sheet media through the machine.
Engage.
Rear cover
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

Open the front cover.
Align the end of the sheet media with the location shown in the figure.
Sheet media

Align here
Pull back the loading lever.
The sheet media is secured in place.
Loading lever

If you're performing printing, attach the media clamps.
However, if the thickness of the sheet media is 0.5 millimeters or more, leave the media clamps
unattached. Otherwise the print heads may strike the media clamps, resulting in malfunction
or other problems.
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2. Make sure that media feed is stable.
If any of the situations described below takes place, problems such as the print heads striking
the sheet media may occur, resulting in malfunction or the like. Reload the sheet media. If the
problem persists, the sheet media cannot be used.
 The sheet media does not pass through the media discharge port.
 The sheet media wrinkles or comes loose from the platen.
 The sheet media touches the rear cover.
 P. 156, "Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable," p 164, "Conditions for usable Media"
Not OK
OK
OK
Not OK
Not OK
The media does not pass through the
media discharge port.
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The media
wrinkles or comes
loose.
Not OK
The media
touches the rear
cover.
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
Press and hold
.
Hold down until the print-end position reaches the platen.
For media that passes through the media discharge port of ①, be sure to comply with the
following. Otherwise problems such as the print heads striking the sheet media may occur,
resulting in malfunction or the like.
 Never use the media clamps.
 Increase the height of the print heads.
 P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness"

Press and hold
.
Hold down until the end of the sheet media reaches the location shown in the figure.
Sheet media
Align here
3. Get ready to receive the data from the computer.


Close the front cover.
SETUP SHEET
PIECE
Use
Press
.
to select "PIECE."
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Executing Environment Matching Automatically
Procedure

MENU
CUTTING MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

CUTTING MENU
AUTO ENV. MATCH
Press
Press
.
.

AUTO ENV. MATCH
ENABLE
DISABLE
Press
Use
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
to select "ENABLE."
to enable the setting.
Description
This setting enables or disables the feature for automatic adjustment to optimize the state of the machine
to the environment where it is used (temperature and humidity). Performing automatic adjustment can
reduce misalignment in the scanning direction (the direction of carriage movement) during printing
or cutting. It is normally set to "ENABLE."
Default Setting
[AUTO ENV. MATCH]: ENABLE
Determining What Happens When Ink Runs Out
Procedure
102

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
INK CONTROL
Press
Press
.
twice.

EMPTY MODE
STOP
CONT.
Press
Use
Press
twice.
to make the setting.
to enable the setting.
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
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
This lets you change, according to your purpose, the operation that takes place when an ink cartridge
is empty.
"STOP" immediately pauses operation when a cartridge becomes empty. Because pausing printing in
progress may make colors uneven, it is best to ensure a sufficient amount of remaining ink before you
begin printing.
"CONT." (continue) is a mode in which operation is not automatically stopped. When a cartridge becomes empty, a warning beep sounds but printing doesn't stop. To replace the cartridge, you must
either wait until printing ends or press
to pause printing. Note that operation does not stop
even if ink runs out completely.
Default Setting
[EMPTY MODE]: STOP
Setting the Interval until Activation of the Sleep Mode
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
SLEEP
Press
Press
.
several times.

INTERVAL
30min
Press
Use
Press
twice.
to make the setting.
to enable the setting.

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SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
15min
Default Setting
[INTERVAL]: 30min
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Deactivating the Sleep Mode
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
SLEEP
Press
Press
.
several times.

SLEEP
SETTING
Press
Press
.
.

SETTING
ENABLE
Press
Use
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
DISABLE
to select "DISABLE."
to enable the setting.
Default Setting
[SETTING]: ENABLE
Changing the Menu Language and the Units of Measurement
Procedure



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Hold down
Use
language.
Press
LENGTH UNIT
INCH
mm
TEMP. UNIT
C
F
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Use
for length.
Press
and switch on the sub power.
to select the display (menu)
.
to select the measurement unit
.
Use
to select to the measurement unit
for temperature.
Press
.
5-4 Changing How the Printer Operates
Description
This sets the language and units of measurement displayed on the printer's screen.
Default Setting
[MENU LANGUAGE]: ENGLISH
[LENGTH UNIT]: mm
[TEMP. UNIT]: ˚C
Returning All Settings to Their Initial Values
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

SUB MENU
FACTORY DEFAULT
Press
Press
Press
.
several times.
to execute.
Description
This menu item returns all settings to the same as their factory defaults. However, the settings for [MENU
LANGUAGE], [LENGTH UNIT], and [TEMP. UNIT] are not returned to the factory defaults.
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Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness
Procedure

MENU
HEAD HEIGHT
Press
Press
.
several times.

HEAD HEIGHT
LOW
LOW
Press
.

Open the front cover.
Move the lever to adjust the height of the head.
Moving the lever to "HIGH" makes a warning beep sound twice. Moving it to "LOW" makes the
warning beep sound once.
HIGH
HIGH
LOW
LOW
Height-adjustment lever
Move firmly, until it stops.
Height-adjustment lever
Move firmly, until it stops.

MENU
HEAD HEIGHT
Close the front cover.

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SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
The print heads return to their original position and the screen
shown in the figure appears.
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
Depending on the media, the media may be thick, or may wrinkle or come loose from the platen during printing, increasing the chance of contact with the print heads. When you're using such media, set
[HEAD HEIGHT] to "HIGH."
Printing quality when [HEAD HEIGHT] is set to "HIGH" may be coarser or otherwise lower than when
set to "LOW." If this happens, refer to the pages indicated below.
 P. 95, "Preventing Soiling of the Media and Dot Drop-out During Printing," p. 107, "Correcting for Misalignment
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in Bidirectional Printing," p. 108, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing More Precisely"
Default Setting
[HEAD HEIGHT]: LOW
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing
Procedure
1. Print a test pattern.

MENU
ADJUST BI-DIR
Press
Press
.
.

ADJUST BI-DIR
TEST PRINT
Press
Press
.
to start printing.
2. Read the correction values from the test pattern.
Test pattern
Choose the value that produces the least misalignment.
Simple
Current correction value
Correction-value scale
3. Enter the correction values that you read.

ADJUST BI-DIR
SIMPLE SETTING
Press
.

SIMPLE SETTING
-6
0
Press
Use
Press
.
to set the correction values.
to enable the setting.
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4. Go back to the original screen.
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
The bidirectional-printing mode (in which the heads perform printing during both their outbound pass
and return pass) offers the advantage of being able to shorten printing times, but subtle misalignment
occurs during the outbound and return passes. The procedure to correct this and eliminate misalignment
is bidirectional correction. This misalignment varies according to the head height and the thickness of
the media, so we recommend performing correction to match the media you're using.
This settings also serves to correct for misalignment of the printing and cutting positions. In such cases,
check or adjust this setting.
 P. 120, "Correcting Misalignment of the Printing and Cutting Positions," p. 126, "Correcting Misalignment for
Printing and Cutting When Using Crop Marks"
Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing More Precisely
Procedure
1. Print a test pattern.
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
MENU
ADJUST BI-DIR
Press
Press
.
.

ADJUST BI-DIR
DETAIL SETTING
Press
Press
.
.

DETAIL SETING
TEST PRINT
Press
Press
.
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2. Read the correction values from the test pattern.
Test pattern
LEC-330
H6
H5
H4
H3
H2
H1
NO.4
H6
H5
H4
LEC-300A
H3
H2
H3
H1
NO.3
H2
H6
H1
NO.4
H5
H3
H4
H2
H3
H1
H2
NO.3
H1
NO.2
H3
H2
H6
H1
H5
NO.2
H4
H3
H3
H2
H2
H1
H1
NO.1
NO.1
Choose the value that produces
the least misalignment.
H1
NO.1
Correction-value
scale
Current correction value
If the Printing-test Results Are Difficult to Interpret
Examine the results from different angles in a well-lighted location. Take advantage of
reflected light to enable visual checking. We recommend performing the printing test
on transparent or silver-colored media.
3. Enter the correction values that you read.
Enter the corresponding correction values for H1 through H6 (H1 through H3 on LEC-300A).

DETAIL SETTING
SETTING NO.1

H1
0
H2
0
Press
H3
0
Only LEC-330
H4
0
H5
0
H6
0
.
Press
.
Use
to select. Use
to
set the correction value.
Press
to finish making the settings for
[SETTING NO.1].
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
DETAIL SETTING
SETTING NO.2

H1
0
H2
0
Press
H3
0
Only LEC-330
H4
0
H5
0
H6
0

DETAIL SETTING
SETTING NO.3

H1
0
H2
0
Only LEC-330
H4
0
H5
0
H6
0

DETAIL SETTING
SETTING NO.4

H1
0
H2
0
H3
0
H5
0
H6
0
.
Press
.
Use
to select. Use
to
set the correction value.
Press
to finish making the settings for [SETTING NO.3].
Press
Only LEC-330
H4
0
Press
.
Use
to select. Use
to
set the correction value.
Press
to finish making the settings for [SETTING NO.2].
Press
H3
0
.
.
Press
.
Use
to select. Use
to
set the correction value.
Press
to finish making the settings for [SETTING NO.4].
4. Go back to the original screen.
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
This corrects, for each head, the minute misalignment that occurs in the bidirectional-printing mode.
When further correction is required, such as when adjustment made using [SIMPLE SETTING] does not
enhance printing, use [DETAIL SETTING] to make corrections for each head.
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Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Bands and the Like
Procedure
1. Print a test pattern.

MENU
CALIBRATION
Press
Press
.
several times.

CALIBRATION
TEST PRINT
Press
Press
.
to start printing.
2. Read the correction values from the test pattern.
In the printing example shown below, "-0.40" becomes the correction value.
Choose the one that has the smallest
gap and the least amount of overlap.
Test pattern
Current correction value
Gap present
Overlap
3. Enter the correction values that you read.
SETTING
0.00%
- 0.40%
Press
.
Press
.
Use
to make the setting for the correction value.
Press
to enable the setting.
4. Go back to the original screen.
W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
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Description
The movement distance of media experiences subtle changes due to the thickness of the media . When
the movement distance becomes discrepant, horizontal stripes are more likely to occur during printing. We recommend performing correction to match the media you're using. Also, perform the actual
printing in an operating environment identical to that used for the test pattern.
To make the setting for the correction value even more accurate, we recommend carrying out the following before printing the test pattern.
After loading the media, use
to feed out the media by about one meter.
Set the print-start position near the center of the media.
 P. 91, "Setting the Print-start Position"
Print-start position
Approx. 1 m
Note, however, that you can also make this setting on the computer (by, for example, choosing the
media type in the software RIP you are using). When you have made the setting on the computer, the
computer's setting is used and the printer's setting is ignored.
Default Setting
[SETTING]: 0.00%
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Performing Distance Correction During Cutting
Procedure

MENU
CUTTING MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

CUTTING MENU
CALIBRATION
Press
Press
.

FEED SETTING
0.00%
0.00%
Press
twice.
Use
to make the setting for the correction value.
Press
to enable the setting for [FEED SETTING].

CALIBRATION
SCAN SETTING
Press
Press

SCAN SETTING
0.00%
0.00%
Press
.
Use
to make the setting for the correction value.
Press
to enable the setting for [SCAN SETTING].

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
twice.
.
.
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
The movement distance for the media changes subtly depending on the media's thickness. This means
that the length of a line when cut may differ from the length setting in the data. You enter a correction
value when you want to align the lengths of cut lines precisely.
When performing printing followed immediately by cutting, be sure to set this to "0.00."
Default Setting
[FEED SETTING]: 0.00%
[SCAN SETTING]: 0.00%
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Making the Cutting Conditions Set on the Machine Take Precedence
Procedure

MENU
CUTTING MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

CUTTING MENU
CUTTING PRIOR
Press
Press
.

CUTTING PRIOR
COMMAND MENU
Press
Use
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
several times.
to select "MENU."
to enable the setting.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
You can also make the settings for the cutting conditions using the computer. By default, the settings
made with the computer take priority. To make the cutting conditions set on the machine take priority,
either turn off the settings of the computer or make the setting described above.
Default Setting
[CUTTING PRIOR]: COMMAND
Fine-tuning the Cutting Conditions
Procedure


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FORCE
50gf
60gf
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ROLL
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Press
.
Use
you want to set.
Use
to choose the cutting condition
to enter the value.
Press
to enable the setting and go back to
the original screen.
5-6 Making Various Adjustments for Cutting
Description
This enables you to check and verify the settings for the cutting conditions using cutting-test results.
 P. 52, "Performing a Cutting Test"
[FORCE]: This sets the force (pressure) of the blade.
[SPEED]: This sets the speed of cutting.
[OFFSET]: This makes the blade-offset setting for the blade. Enter the listed offset value for the blade.
(The offset value for the included blade is 0.25 mm.)
[UP-SPEED]: This sets the blade's up speed during cutting (the speed at which the blade travels when it
moves to the next cutting line after cutting one cutting line). If the media comes loose during no-load
feed and the blade damages the surface of the media, reduce the speed.
Evaluating the Results of a Cutting Test

Check the shape of the test pattern.
The cut shape is distorted.
Reduce the cutting speed.

Peel off circle 1.
Rectangle 2 also peels off.
Increase the blade force.
Circle 1
Some uncut areas remain.
Reduce the cutting speed.
Rectangle 2

Peel off rectangle 2.
The blade should leave faint traces on the backing paper.
The blade trace is indistinct.
Increase the blade force.
The blade trace is too deep and cuts into the backing paper.
Reduce the blade force.

Check the shape of rectangle 2.
A. The shape is correct.
B. The corners are rounded.
Increase the amount of blade offset.
A
B
C
C. The corners have "horns."
Reduce the amount of blade offset.
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Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount
Min. 0 mm
Max. 2.5 mm
When you want to perform accurate and fine
adjustment of the cutting-in amount, such as
when cutting media with thin carrier paper, you
can obtain good results by adjusting the tip of the
Amount blade. Turn the cap portion of the blade holder
of blade
to adjust the amount of blade extension. Each
extension
indicator tick corresponds to 0.1 millimeters, and
adjustment for 0.5 millimeters can be made by
rotating the cap one full turn.
Rough Estimate for the Amount of Blade Extension
Use the following dimension as a rough estimate for setting the amount of blade extension.
Amount of blade Thickness of the
=
+
extension
material portion
Thickness of the
carrier paper
2
Holder
Material portion
Carrier-paper portion
Blade
Half of the carrier paper
Amount of blade extension
is approximately equal to
the cutting-in amount.
Note that making the amount of blade extension too small may cause the end of the
cap for the blade holder to touch and damage the printed surface. It's important to
be especially careful about this when you're using media that has poor ink-adhesion
properties.
Adjusting for When Cutting the Printed Surface
Procedure
1. Decide on the starting position for cutting-test printing.

Load the media.
 P. 35, "Loading Media," p. 98, "How to Load Sheet Media"
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
Use
to move the cutting carriage.
You can perform cutting-test printing at any location you want.
Print-start position
Scan-direction
start location

Press
Feed-direction start location
.
2. Execute the [CUT TEST PRINT] menu item.

MENU
CUT TEST PRINT
Press
Press
.
.

PERFORMING
TEST PRINT
Press
.
Printing like that shown in the figure is performed.
Cutting-test printing
MENU
CUT TEST PRINT
3. Perform a cutting test overtop the cutting-test print pattern.
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4. Check the results of the cutting test and make adjustments.


Open the front cover.

Close the front cover.
Check the results of the cutting test and make adjustments.
 P. 114, "Fine-tuning the Cutting Conditions," p. 116, "Adjusting the Cutting-in Amount"
5. Check the results of the cutting test and make adjustments.
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
Use

Press
.

Press
.


Open the front cover.
to move the cutting carriage.
Align the center of the blade with a location where you can perform a cutting test overtop the
cutting-test print pattern.
Check the results of the cutting test.
Adjustment is complete when optimal results are obtained. If further adjustment is needed, go
back to step 4.- and fine-tune the adjustment.
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Description
Hardened ink is thick. This means that the cutting conditions when you're cutting a printed surface
are different from the cutting conditions when you're cutting a surface that hasn't been printed. When
you're cutting a printed surface, use this [CUT TEST PRINT] to adjust the cutting conditions.
Note: These adjustments are general suggestions. Their accuracy is not assured.
Preventing Pulling of the Media with Undue Force When Performing Cutting Only
Procedure

MENU
CUTTING MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

CUTTING MENU
PREFEED
Press
Press
.

PREFEED
DISABLE
Press
Use
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
ENABLE
several times.
to select "ENABLE."
to enable the setting.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
When you're performing cutting only, it may be convenient to set this feature to "ENABLE." This feeds
out media according to the size of the data sent from the computer before performing cutting. This
makes it unnecessary to turn the media flanges by hand to feed out media every time you perform
cutting. Note, however, that this feeds out media even when you're performing printing only, so set it
to "DISABLE" when not needed.
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Correcting Misalignment of the Printing and Cutting Positions
Procedure
1. Check the setting for the [AUTO ENV. MATCH] menu item.
Make sure the [AUTO ENV. MATCH] menu item is set to "ENABLE."
 P. 102, "Executing Environment Matching Automatically"
2. Execute the [ADJUST BI-DIR] menu item.

Load the media.

Perform bidirectional adjustment.
 P. 35, "Loading Media," p. 98, "How to Load Sheet Media"
 P. 107, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing," p. 108, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing More Precisely"
3. Print a test pattern and cut it.

MENU
CUTTING MENU
Press
Press
.
several times.

CUTTING MENU
PRINT - CUT ADJ.
Press
.

PRINT - CUT ADJ.
TEST PRINT
Press
Press
.
.
The test pattern is printed at three locations: at the two edges
and in the center.
When adjustment is needed, go on to the steps below.
Cutting
position
Cutting
position
Printing
position
Printing
position
Cutting position and printing
position are misaligned.
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4. Print and cut a test pattern for setting the correction values.
PRINT - CUT ADJ.
TEST PRINT 2
Press
Press
.
to execute
5. From the test pattern, read the value at the location.
Test pattern
Check the value on
the [SCAN] side.
Cutting line
Correction-value scale
Scan direction
Check the value on
the [FEED] side.
Cutting line
The point where the cutting line
intersects the correction-value
scale is the correction value. In this
figure, the value is "-0.3." Use the
same method to read the value on
the [FEED] side.
6. Enter the correction value you read.

PRINT - CUT ADJ.
SETTING
Press

F :- 0.30
S : 0.00
Press
.
Use
to set the correction value for [F]
(the feed direction).
Use
to set the correction value for [S]
(the scanning direction).
Press
to enable the setting.

PRINT - CUT ADJ.
SETTING
- 0.30mm
- 0.20mm
Press
.
.
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7. Check the results of adjustment.
Press
Press
PRINT - CUT ADJ.
TEST PRINT
.
to execute.
If the printing and cutting lines are aligned, adjustment is
complete.
If further adjustment is needed, go back to step and finetune the adjustment.
6.
Cutting position
Printing position
Cutting position and printing position are aligned.
Description
You perform this when printing followed immediately by cutting yields positioning for printing and
cutting that is slightly misaligned. You print alignment marks, perform detection of the printed marks,
and correct the discrepancy.
Subtle misalignment between the printing and cutting positions may occur due to the thickness of the
media or the head height. We recommend making correction to match the media you're using.
Default Setting
[F] (feed direction): 0.00 mm
[S] (scanning direction): 0.00 mm
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To Perform Printing and Cutting Separately
When you remove printed media and then reload it and perform cutting, you carry out alignment to
prevent misalignment of the printing results and the cut lines. You do this at times such as when, for
example, you perform lamination or other processing after printing, then reload the media and perform
cutting. At such times, you perform printing with crop marks. You can perform automatic alignment
with detection of the printed crop marks when you perform cutting.
Printing with Crop Marks
Use your software RIP to make the settings for printing crop marks. For information on how to make the
setting, refer to the documentation for the software RIP you're using. Alignment marks and symbols
drawn using a graphics program cannot be used as crop marks.
The crop marks are printed as shown in the figure.
Crop Mark
(Align point 3)
Crop Mark
(Align point 1)
Crop Mark
(Align point 2)
Crop Mark
(Base point)
Media Sizes Allowing Automatic Crop Mark Detection
When you are printing with crop marks, set a margin of at least 90 mm (3.5 in.) before the next printstart position.You can set the margin value with the software RIP you're using. For information on how
to make the setting, refer to the documentation for the software RIP you're using.
Crop marks
The actual size where
output is possible
1.5 mm (about 0.06 in.)
Pinch rollers
Where to cut the media off
90 mm (3.5 in.) or
more
1.5 mm (about 0.06 in.)
22.5 mm (0.89 in.)
22.5 mm (0.89 in.)
80 mm (3.2 in.) or more
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Aligning Automatically and Cutting
When you make the setting for reading crop marks when sending cutting data from the computer,
alignment is performed with the presence or absence of crop marks determined automatically. For information on how to make the setting, refer to the documentation for the software RIP you're using.
Procedure

Load the media.
Crop marks
Blade protection
Angled no more than 5 degrees.
Otherwise alignment becomes impossible.
5 degrees or more
5 degrees or more

Send the cutting data.
Alignment is performed automatically, then cutting starts.
If Automatic Alignment Cannot Be Performed
CROPMARK ERROR
NOT FOUND

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If the machine fails to detect the crop marks, the screen shown in the
figure appears and operation stops. If this happens, press
, then
take action as follows.
Reload the media, then send the data again.
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
If this does not resolve the problem, then perform alignment manually.
 P. 125, "Aligning Manually and Cutting"
If the crop marks cannot be detected easily because of the effects of media warping or the like, then
perform alignment manually. When you want to perform automatic alignment with lengthy media, we
recommend performing output with the data separated into sizes that are as short as possible. With
large sizes, error due to warping and the like increases, making smooth detection impossible.
To Quit Detection and Start Cutting


CANCEL CROPMARK
DETECTION?
Press
Press
.
Crop-mark detection stops. Depending on the content of the
data, some time may pass before detection actually stops.
.
This stops detection and starts cutting.
Note: After pressing
in step  , resuming detection or canceling output is also possible.
 P. 90, "Pausing or Canceling Output"
Aligning Manually and Cutting
Depending on the type of media, it may not be possible to detect crop marks automatically. When crop
marks cannot be detected automatically, you perform alignment manually.
1. Set the base point.


Use
tion shown in the figure.
to align the center of the blade with the loca-
Press
.
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2. Set the align points.


Use
tion shown in the figure.
SETTING
ALIGN POINT 1

to align the center of the blade with the loca-
Hold down
for one second or longer.
The number of the align point you set is automatically determined.
Press
.
This indicates that the base point
and align point 1 have been set.


Repeat steps  through  to specify other align points as required.
Send the cutting data and perform cutting.
About Align Points
The numbers for align points are determined with reference to the location of the base point. You cannot set an align point unless you specify a base point. Redoing the setting for the base point clears any
align points that have been set.
Correcting Misalignment for Printing and Cutting When Using Crop Marks
Procedure
1. Check the setting for the [AUTO ENV. MATCH] menu item.
Make sure the [AUTO ENV. MATCH] menu item is set to "ENABLE."
 P. 102, "Executing Environment Matching Automatically"
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2. Execute the [ADJUST BI-DIR] menu item.

Load the media.

Perform bidirectional adjustment.
 P. 35, "Loading Media," p. 98, "How to Load Sheet Media"
 P. 107, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing," p. 108, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional Printing More Precisely"
3. Print a test pattern and cut it.

MENU
CUTTING MENU
Press
Press
.

CUTTING MENU
PRINT - CUT ADJ.
Press
Press
.
.

CROP - CUT ADJ.
SETTING
Press
Press
.
.
several times.
Cutting position
Cutting position
Printing position
Printing position
Cutting position and printing
position are misaligned.
Cutting position and printing
position are aligned.
When adjustment is needed, go on to the steps below.
4. Print and cut a test pattern for adjustment.
PRINT - CUT ADJ.
TEST PRINT 2
Press
Press
.
to execute.
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5. From the test pattern, read the correction value at the location.
Test pattern
Check the value on
the [SCAN] side.
Cutting line
Correction-value scale
Check the value on
the [FEED] side.
Scan direction
Cutting line
The point where the cutting line
intersects the correction-value
scale is the correction value. In this
figure, the value is "-0.3." Use the
same method to read the value on
the [FEED] side.
6. Enter the correction value you read.

CROP - CUT ADJ.
SETTING
Press

F :- 0.30
S : 0.00
Press
.
Use
to set the correction value for [F]
(the feed direction).
Use
to set the correction value for [S]
(the scanning direction).
Press
to enable the setting.

CROP - CUT ADJ.
SETTING
- 0.30mm
- 0.20mm
Press
.
.
7. Check the results of adjustment.
CROP - CUT ADJ.
SETTING
Press
Press
.
to execute.
If the printing and cutting lines are aligned, adjustment is
complete.
If further adjustment is needed, go back to step6. and finetune the adjustment.
Cutting position
Printing position
Cutting position and printing position are aligned.
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Description
Depending on the composition of the media, the positioning of printing and cutting may be misaligned
even when you're using crop marks. Make corrections for misaligned printing and cutting for the media
you're using.
Default Setting
[F] (feed direction): 0.00 mm
[S] (scanning direction): 0.00 mm
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5-8 Gloss Ink Features and Printing Methods
Features of Gloss Ink
The ECO-UV Gloss ink that this unit uses can impart a glossy feel to the printed item, as well as enhancing weatherability and robustness*. Also, depending on the printing settings, you can even deliberately
eliminate glossiness and produce a matte finish, or perform fill overprinting using gloss ink to raise the
printed surface and create an embossed finish.
*Glossiness, weatherability, and robustness may vary depending on the media used, the environment,
and other printing conditions.
Methods of Printing Using Gloss Ink
Using gloss ink requires making settings in the included software raster image processor (RIP) and
elsewhere. For detailed information on matters such as how to make the settings, refer to the White
and Gloss Ink Guide.
You can also perform dual-pass printing, in which media printed in color is pulled back to its original
location, then fill-overprinted with gloss ink. Please note that in such cases, the media must be pulled
back, and so a take-up unit cannot be used.
 "White and Gloss Ink Guide," p. 56 "Operating Conditions for the Media Take-up System"
Use of the Middle Pinch Rollers in Dual-pass Printing
When the media is pulled back in the course of dual-pass printing or the like, the middle pinch rollers
may scratch the media slightly. This scratching is especially noticeable on transparent media. In such
cases, secure the media using only the left pinch roller and the right pinch roller.
 P. 35 "Loading Media"
Installation Environment
The characteristics of gloss ink make any dust that adheres to the ink plainly visible. Install and use this
unit in a location that has little dust.
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Features of White Ink
The ECO-UV white ink that this unit uses achieves high density and concealment, and is capable of
providing attractive results when white and CMYK inks are overprinted. This ink is suited to printing on
transparent media, and lets you create results intended to be viewed from the back (the side opposite
the printed surface) by reversing the image and changing the sequence in which the white ink and
CMYK inks are printed. You can use this to create items for shop interiors and displays, PET bottles and
other packages, decals, and more.
Methods of Printing Using White Ink
Using white ink requires making settings in the included software raster image processor (RIP) and
elsewhere. For detailed information on matters such as how to make the settings, refer to the White
and Gloss Ink Guide.
 "White and Gloss Ink Guide"
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5-10 Saving the Printer Settings to Match the Media
Saving Optimized Media Settings As Preset Values
Procedure

Press
.

Press
Press
.
.

Press
.
Use
to select any one from "NAME1"
to "NAME8."
Press
to save.
MENU
PRESET
The present menu settings are saved in the preset you chose
in step.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
Using the [PRESET] menu lets you easily change a wide variety of settings to optimize them for the
media.
Making changes for each menu item every time you change the media can be troublesome. That's why
it can be useful to save the menu-item settings optimized for an often-used type of media as a preset.
The next time you use the media, you can change the menu-item settings to the optimal values for
the media simply by loading the preset you saved. Menu items that can be saved in presets are listed
below.
Menu Item
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[EDGE DETECTION]
P. 93, "Using Transparent Media"
[VACUUM POWER]
P. 93, "Preventing Media from Coming Loose"
[FULL WIDTH S]
P. 94, "Speeding Up Printing for Narrow Media"
[ADJUST BI-DIR SIMPLE SETTING]
P. 107, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional
Printing"
[ADJUST BI-DIR DETAIL SETTING]
P. 108, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional
Printing More Precisely"
[CALIBRATION]
P. 111, "Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal Bands and the Like"
[CALIBRATION] (in the [CUTTING MENU])
P. 113, "Performing Distance Correction During Cutting"
[FORCE], [SPEED], [OFFSET], [UP-SPEED]
P. 114, "Fine-tuning the Cutting Conditions"
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[PRINT-CUT ADJ.]
P. 120, "Correcting Misalignment of the Printing and
Cutting Positions"
[CROP-CUT ADJ.]
P. 126, "Correcting Misalignment for Printing and Cutting When Using Crop Marks"
Up to eight types of presets can be saved. You can assign a name to each one. Using media names for
these may aid recognition and clarity.
 P. 133, "Loading a Saved Preset," p.133, "Assigning a Name to a Preset"
Loading a Saved Preset
Procedure

MENU
PRESET
Press

LOAD
NAME1
Press
twice.
Use
to select the name of a preset
you want to load.

Press
.
to load.
The settings are changed and the screen shown in the figure
appears.
Description
This loads a saved preset. You can select any one of eight types of presets. (When no names have
been assigned, you select from among NAME1 through NAME8.) If you load a preset while
is
illuminated,
goes dark. To start printing, press
once more and redo the preparations
for printing.
Assigning a Name to a Preset
Procedure

PRESET
NAME
Press
Press
Press
.
.
twice.

NAME
NAME1
Press
Use
to NAME8.
.
to select any one from NAME1
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
NAME
S_
Press
Use

NAME
SAMPLE_
Press
.
Use
to enter the next character.
Enter the following characters in the same way.
When you're finished entering text, press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to enter a character.
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
This assigns a name to a saved preset. Using media names may aid recognition and clarity.
The characters you can enter are "A" through "Z," "0" through "9," and the "-" character. You can enter
up to 15 characters, including spaces.
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5-11 Making the Network Settings
Setting the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Etc.
Procedure

MENU
SYSTEM INFO.
Press
Press
.
several times.

SYSTEM INFO.
NETWORK
Press
Press
.
.

NETWORK
IP ADDRESS
Press
.
Use
to choose the item whose setting
you want to make.

IP ADDRESSS
000 . 000 . 000 . 000
Press
Use
twice.
to select the address number.

IP ADDRESS
192 . 000 . 000 . 000
Press
.

IP ADDRESS
192 . 168 . 000 . 003

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Repeat and  to set all the address numbers.
When you have finished making the setting, press
.
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
Description
Make sure the machine is connected to the network by an Ethernet cable.
For detailed information about the settings, consult your network administrator.
[IP ADDRESS]: IP address
[SUBNET MASK]: Subnet mask
[GATEWAY ADDR.]: Gateway address
[MAC ADDRESS.]: MAC address
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Displaying the Amount of Media Remaining
Procedure

MENU
SHEET REMAIN
Press
Press
.
several times.

SHEET REMAIN
SET LENGTH
Press
Press
.
.

SET LENGTH
0.0 m
25.0 m
Press
Use
maining.
Press
.
Press
to go back to the original screen.

W 736 mm
L 25.0 m
to set the amount of media re-
to enable the setting.
This display is updated.
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
L 25.0 m
If setup has not been performed, the set value flashes.
Description
You can display how much of the media in use is left. Once you set the amount of media remaining,
the amount remaining is displayed at the top menu until it reaches zero. If you cancel the setup such
as by removing the media, the amount remaining at that time flashes on the screen.
The amount of media remaining is not updated automatically when you change the media. Redo the
setting whenever you change the media. Note, however, that when sheet media is loaded (that is,
when [SETUP SHEET] is set to "PIECE"), the setting for the amount of remaining media is made automatically.
You can also make the setting display this menu automatically whenever you change the media. See
the next section, "Verifying the Setting for the Amount Remaining Every Time the Media Is Changed."
Note: The remaining amount that is displayed is only an estimate, and its accuracy is not assured.
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Verifying the Setting for the Amount Remaining Every Time the Media Is Changed
Procedure

MENU
SHEET REMAIN
Press
Press
.
several times.

SHHET REMAIN
AUTO DISPLAY
Press
Press
.
twice.

AUTO DISPLAY
DISABLE
ENABLE
Press
Use
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
to select "ENABLE."
to enable the setting.
Description
Setting this to "ENABLE" automatically displays [SHEET REMAIN] whenever you change the media and
finish setup. This makes it impossible to go on to the next operation unless you redo the setting for
the amount remaining. This can be useful for keeping you from forgetting to redo the setting when
you change the media. When you set this to "ENABLE," however, be sure also to set the [EDGE DETECTION] menu item to "ENABLE." When [EDGE DETECTION] is set to "DISABLE," then [SHEET REMAIN] is
not displayed automatically, regardless of the setting for [AUTO DISPLAY].
 P. 93, "Using Transparent Media"
Also, when sheet media is loaded (that is, when [SETUP SHEET] is set to "PIECE"), the setting for the
amount of remaining media is made automatically, and so this menu is not displayed.
Default Setting
[AUTO DISPLAY]: DISABLE
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Printing the Amount of Remaining Media
Procedure

MENU
SHEET REMAIN
Press
Press
.
several times.

SHHET REMAIN
PRINT MEMO
Press
Press
.
to perform printing.

W 736 mm
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
L 25.0 m
Description
This prints the amount of media remaining that is displayed at the top menu. You use this when you
want to make a record of the remaining length of the media now in use. Printing the amount of media
remaining before you change the media enables you to refer to the printed record and use the value
to make the setting for the remaining amount the next time you use the media.
Note, however, that continuing by performing the next print starts the print on top of the portion
where the amount of remaining media is printed. After printing the amount remaining, then before
you perform the next output operation, we recommend cutting off the media.
Printing a System Report
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.

SUB MENU
SYSTEM REPORT
Press
Press
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
to go back to the original screen.
several times.
several times.
to start printing.
Description
This prints system information, including a list of setting values.
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Viewing the Serial Number, Firmware Version, and Other Information
Procedure

MENU
SYSTEM INFO.
Press
Press

SYSTEM INFO.
SERIAL NO.
Press
.
Use
want to view.

SERIAL NO.
ZS00001
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
.
several times.
to choose the information you
to go back to the original screen.
Description
You can view the following information.
[MODEL]: Model name
[SERIAL NO.]: Serial number
[INK]: Ink type
[FIRMWARE]: Firmware version
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Viewing the Network Settings
Procedure

MENU
SYSTEM INFO.
Press
Press
.

SYSTEM INFO.
NETWORK
Press
Press
.
.

NETWORK
IP ADDRESS
Press
.
Use
want to view.

IP ADDRESS
192 . 168 . 000 . 003
Press
.

W 736mm
SETUP SHEET
ROLL
Press
Press
.
Description
You can view the following information.
[IP ADDRESS]: IP address
[SUBNET MASK]: Subnet mask
[GATEWAY ADDR.]: Gateway address
[MAC ADDRESS]: MAC address
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several times.
to choose the information you
to go back to the original screen.
5-13 Performing Maintenance
Draining Ink and Performing Internal Washing
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.

SUB MENU
INK CONTROL
Press
Press
.

INK CONTROL
HEAD WASH
Press
Press
Press
.
several times.
twice.
twice.
to execute.
Description
This drains the ink inside the printer and washes the interior using cleaning SOL INK cartridges as a
preliminary procedure for moving the printer or conducting maintenance. This operation requires four
unused cleaning SOL INK cartridges. The screen displays information such as instructions to insert and
remove SOL INK cartridges. Follow these instructions to carry out the procedure. After finishing washing, the sub power is automatically switched off.
You do not need to carry this out as part of your daily maintenance activities.
Draining Ink Remaining Inside the Machine
Procedure

MENU
SUB MENU
Press
Press
.

SUB MENU
INK CONTROL
Press
Press
.

INK CONTROL
PUMP UP
Press
Press
Press
.
.
several times.
twice.
to execute.
Description
This removes ink inside the printer as a preliminary procedure for performing maintenance. The screen
displays information such as instructions to insert and remove cartridges. Follow these instructions to
carry out the procedure. After finishing the procedure, the sub power is automatically switched off.
You do not need to carry this out as part of your daily maintenance activities.
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Main Menu
Press
To the [CUT TEST PRINT] menu
MENU
PRESET
To the [NAME] menu
PRESET
LOAD
To the [NAME8] menu
LOAD
NAME1
LOAD
NAME2
LOAD
NAME3
LOAD
NAME4
LOAD
NAME5
LOAD
NAME6
LOAD
NAME7
LOAD
NAME8
To the [NAME1] menu
To the [NAME8] menu
SAVE
NAME1
PRESET
SAVE
SAVE
NAME2
SAVE
NAME3
SAVE
NAME4
SAVE
NAME5
SAVE
NAME6
SAVE
NAME7
SAVE
NAME8
To the [NAME1] menu
Continued
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Continued
Continued
Continued
To the [NAME8] menu
PRESET
NAME
NAME
NAME1
NAME
_
NAME
NAME2
NAME
_
NAME
NAME3
NAME
_
NAME
NAME4
NAME
_
NAME
NAME5
NAME
_
NAME
NAME6
NAME
_
NAME
NAME7
NAME
_
NAME
NAME8
NAME
_
To the [LOAD] menu
To the [DETAIL SETTING] menu
MENU
ADJUST BI-DIR
To the [NAME1] menu
ADJUST BI-DIR
TEST PRINT
ADJUST BI-DIR
SIMPLE SETTING
SIMPLE SETTING
0
0
ADJUST BI-DIR
DETAIL SETTING
DETAIL SETTING
TEST PRINT
To the [SETTING NO.4] menu
To the
[TEST PRINT] menu
DETAIL SETTING
SETTING NO.1
DETAIL SETTING
SETTING NO.2
DETAIL SETTING
SETTING NO.3
DETAIL SETTING
SETTING NO.4
To the [TEST PRINT] menu
To the [SETTING] menu
MENU
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
TEST PRINT
CALIBRATION
SETTING
SETTING
0.00%
0.00%
To the [TEST PRINT] menu
Continued
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Continued
MENU
HEAD HEIGHT
HEAD HEIGHT
LOW
LOW
MENU
SUB MENU
SUB MENU
EDGE DETECTION
EDGE DETECTION
ENABLE
ENABLE
SUB MENU
VACUUM POWER
VACUUM POWER.
AUTO
AUTO
SUB MENU
FULL WIDTH S
FULL WIDTH S
FULL
FULL
SUB MENU
PERIODIC CL.
PERIODIC CL.
NONE
NONE
To the [MAINTENANCE] menu
SUB MENU
FACTORY DEFAULT
To the [SETTING] menu
SUB MENU
SLEEP
SLEEP
INTERVAL
INTERVAL
30min
30min
SLEEP
SETTING
SETTING
ENABLE
ENABLE
To the [INTERVAL] menu
SUB MENU
SYSTEM REPORT
To the [HEAD WASH] menu
SUB MENU
INK CONTROL
INK CONTROL
EMPTY MODE
EMPTY MODE
STOP
STOP
INK CONTROL
PUMP UP
INK CONTROL
HEAD WASH
To the [EMPTY MODE] menu
To the [DRAIN BOTTLE] menu
SUB MENU
MAINTENANCE
To the
[EDGE DETECTION] menu
MAINTENANCE
CLEANING
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE WIPER
MAINTENANCE
REPLACE KNIFE
MAINTENANCE
DRAIN BOTTLE
To the [CLEANING] menu
Continued
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Continued
To the [NETWORK] menu
MENU
SYSTEM INFO .
MODEL
LEC-330
SYSTEM INFO .
MODEL
MODEL
LEC-300A
SYSTEM INFO .
SERIAL NO .
SERIAL NO .
ZS00001
SYSTEM INFO .
INK
INK
ECO-UV C M Y K Gl W
SYSTEM INFO .
FIRMWARE
FIRMWARE
Ver.1.00
SYSTEM INFO .
NETWORK
NETWORK
IP ADDRESS
To the [MAC ADDRESS] menu
IP ADDRESS
255 . 255 . 255 . 255
IP ADDRESS
255 . 255 . 255 . 255
NETWORK
SUBNET MASK
SUBNET MASK
255 . 255 . 255 . 255
SUBNET MASK
255 . 255 . 255 . 255
NETWORK
GATEWAY ADDR.
GATEWAY ADDR.
255 . 255 . 255 . 255
GATEWAY ADDR.
255 . 255 . 255 . 255
NETWORK
MAC ADDRESS
MAC ADDRESS
000086148C5F
To the [MODEL] menu
To the [IP ADDRESS] menu
MENU
MEDIA CLAMP
MEDIA CLAMP
SHORT
SHORT
MENU
INK REMAINING
1
5
MENU
SHEET REMAIN
SHEET REMAIN
PRINT MEMO
2
6
3
4
To the [AUTO DISPLAY] menu
Continued
SHEET REMAIN
SET LENGTH
SET LENGTH
0.0 m
0.0 m
SHEET REMAIN
AUTO DISPLAY
AUTO DISPLAY
DISABLE
DISABLE
To the [PRINT MEMO] menu
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Continued
To the [TEST PRINT 2] menu
To the [AUTO ENV. MATCH] menu
MENU
CUTTING MENU
CUTTING MENU
PRINT-CUT ADJ.
PRINT-CUT ADJ.
TEST PRINT
(*1)
PRINT-CUT ADJ.
SETTING
㧲㧦㧗㧜㧚㧟㧜‫ޓ‬㧗㧜㧚㧟㧜㨙㨙
㧿㧦㧙㧜㧚㧠㧜‫ޓ‬㧙㧜㧚㧠㧜㨙㨙
PRINT-CUT ADJ.
TEST PRINT 2
To the [TEST PRINT] menu
To the [TEST PRINT 2] menu
CUTTING MENU
CROP-CUT ADJ.
CROP-CUT ADJ.
TEST PRINT
CROP-CUT ADJ.
SETTING
㧲㧦㧗㧜㧚㧟㧜‫ޓ‬㧗㧜㧚㧟㧜㨙㨙
㧿㧦㧙㧜㧚㧠㧜‫ޓ‬㧙㧜㧚㧠㧜㨙㨙
CROP-CUT ADJ.
TEST PRINT2
To the [TEST PRINT] menu
To the [SCAN SETTING] menu
CUTTING MENU
CALIBRATION
CALIBRATION
FEED SETTING
FEED SETTING
0.00%
0.00%
CALIBRATION
SCAN SETTING
SCAN SETTING
0.00%
0.00%
To the [FEED SETTING] menu
CUTTING MENU
PREFEED
PREFEED
DISABLE
CUTTING MENU
CUTTING PRIOR
CUTTING PRIOR
COMMAND COMMAND
CUTTING MENU
AUTO ENV. MATCH
AUTO ENV. MATCH
ENABLE
ENABLE
DISABLE
To the [PRINT-CUT ADJ .] menu
MENU
INK RENEWAL
(*2)
MENU
CUT TEST PRINT
To the
[PRESET] menu
(*1)
Holding down
,and pressing
displays this menu.
(*2)
This is not displayed when "CMYKGlGl" (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, gloss, gloss) is selected as
the ink mode. (Only LEC-330)
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Language and Unit Menu
Hold down
and switch on the sub power.
MENU LANGUAGE
ENGLISH
LENGTH UNIT
mm
mm
TEMP UNIT
C
C
Cleaning Menu
Press
.
To the [POWERFUL CL.] menu
CLEANING
NORMAL CL.
NORMAL CL.
AB
NORMAL CL.
ABC
CLEANING
MEDIUM CL.
MEDIUM CL.
AB
MEDIUM CL.
ABC
CLEANING
POWERFUL CL.
POWERFUL CL.
AB
POWERFUL CL.
ABC
To the [NORMAL CL.] menu
Hold down
for one second or longer.
Head cleaning for all groups
 P. 47, "When you want to clean all heads simultaneously"
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Cutting Configuration Menu
Press
.
FORCE
50 gf
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SPEED
30 cm/s
30 cm/s
OFFSET
0.250 mm
0.250 mm
UP SPEED
30 cm/s
30cm/s
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6-1 The Machine Doesn't Run
The Printer Unit Doesn't Run
Is the power switched on?
Switch on the printer's main power, then press the
sub power switch and make sure the sub power
switch lights up.
Is
illuminated?
Printing is not performed when
is not illuminated. Pull back the loading lever, close the front
cover, and press
.
Is the front cover open?
Close the front cover.
Is the top menu displayed?
If the top menu isn't displayed, printing doesn't start
even when data is sent from the computer. To go to
the top menu, press
, then press
.
lighted, it means that a correct connection to the
network has not been made. Make sure the network
routing is suitable. Try connecting the computer and
the machine to the same hub, or connecting them
directly using a crossover cable. If this makes it possible to perform printing, it means the problem is in
the network itself.
Are the network settings correct?
If printing is not possible even though the Link LED
is lighted, check to make sure the IP address and
other such settings are correct. The settings on both
the machine and the computer must be appropriate. Redo the settings, checking to ensure that the
IP address doesn’t conflict with the IP address for
another device on the network, that the port setting
for the software RIP specifies the IP address set on the
machine, that the settings have no typing errors, and
for other such problems.
 P. 44, "Getting Ready to Receive Data from a Computer"
Is
When
sume, press
resumes.
Link LED
illuminated?
lights up, operation is paused. To re.
goes dark and printing
Has ink run out?
When printing data is
sent while the screen
shown in the figure is
displayed, a message appears and a warning beep
sounds. At the same time, operation pauses. When
the ink cartridge is replaced with a new one, printing starts.
 Setup Guide
 P. 48, "If Ink Runs Out"
Is the temperature of the room too low?
1
2
3
4
5
6
 P. 102, "Determining What Happens When an Ink Runs
Out"
Is a message displayed on the screen?
 P. 158, "If a Message Appears"
 P. 159, "If an Error Message Appears"
Is the power cord connected?
Connect the power cord securely.
Is the Link LED lighted?
If the Link LED for the Ethernet connector is not
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 P. 135, "Setting the IP Address, Subnet Mask, Etc."
Did the software RIP end abnormally?
Make sure the software RIP is running correctly, then
switch the sub power switch off and back on.
Use the machine in an environment where the temperature is 20 to 32˚C (68 to 90˚F).
The Media Take-up System Doesn't Run
Is the take-up unit cable connected?
Connect the take-up unit cable to the machine. To
perform take-up automatically during printing, also
make the setting for the AUTO switch.
 Setup Guide
 P. 35, "Loading Media"
6-2 Attractive Printing Is Impossible
Printed Results Are Coarse or Contain Horizontal Stripes
Carry out a printing test and make sure no dot dropout occurs. If dot drop-out is present, perform head
cleaning.
When you are performing bidirectional printing,
use the [ADJUST BI-DIR] menu item to carry out
correction. The optimal adjustment value may vary,
depending mainly on the thickness of the media.
Set or select an adjustment value that is suited to
the media.
 P. 45, "Printing Tests and Cleaning"
 P. 107, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional
Do the print heads show dot drop-out?
 P. 67, "When Head Cleaning Is Not Effective"
 P. 84, "Adjustment of White Ink"
Is the head height appropriate?
Printing when the [HEAD HEIGHT] menu item is set
to "HIGH" is coarser than when set to "LOW." Keep this
set to "LOW" except when changing it is necessary,
such as when you're using thick media.
 P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness"
Have you carried out feed correction?
Large misalignment in the amount of feed of the
media may result in printing that seems coarse or contains horizontal stripes. Either make the setting on the
computer to match the type of media you're using, or
make the setting for correction on the printer.
 P. 111, "Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal
Bands and the Like"
Did the media become slack during feed
correction?
Slackness of the media during feed correction makes
accurate correction impossible. Carry out feed correction with the media pulled taut.
 P. 111, "Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal
Bands and the Like"
After feed correction, was the media pulled
back?
Never pull the media back after carrying out feed
correction. Doing so may cause the correction results
not to be applied properly and result in horizontal
stripes.
 P. 111, "Performing Feed Correction to Alleviate Horizontal
Bands and the Like"
Have you carried out bidirectional correction?
Printing"
 P. 108, "Correcting for Misalignment in Bidirectional
Printing More Precisely"
Is the print mode suitable?
Try a higher-quality print mode. Depending on the
media, uneven colors may occur in high-quality print
modes, and the results are also greatly affected by
the settings of the software RIP (such as the selected
color profile). Make settings suited to the media
you're using.
Is the printer installed in a level and stable
location?
Never install the machine in a location where it is
tilted or where it may wobble or experience vibration.
Also make sure that the print heads are not exposed
to moving air. These factors may lead to missing dots
or reduced printing quality.
Is the printer installed in a location out of
direct sunlight?
Never install in a location exposed to direct sunlight.
Doing so may result in dot drop-out or other problems with reduced printing quality, or may even result
in malfunction.
Is the media loaded and set up correctly?
If the media is not loaded and set up correctly,
media feed may not be smooth, or printing may be
adversely affected.
 P. 156, "Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable"
Are the settings for the [PRESET] menu item
appropriate?
If the settings selected with the [PRESET] menu item
are not suitable for the type of media, printing may
be adversely affected. Choose settings optimized to
the media you're using.
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6-2 Attractive Printing Is Impossible
 P. 132, "Saving Optimized Media Settings As Preset
Values"
 P. 133, "Loading a Saved Preset"
Colors Are Unstable or Uneven
wind or blown air. These factors may lead to missing
dots or reduced printing quality.
Is the printer being used in a location subject to severe changes in the operating
environment?
Did you shake the ink cartridges gently
before installing them?
Large fluctuations in temperature or humidity while
printing is in progress may cause the colors to change
partway through. When you're performing printing,
use the machine in a location where temperature and
humidity are stable.
Is the media wrinkled?
Are the settings for the [PRESET] menu item
appropriate?
Before you install a new ink cartridge, gently shake
the cartridge.
If the media is wrinkled and comes loose from the
platen, colors may be uneven or printing quality
may suffer.
 P. 156, "Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable"
Is the media sagging?
Performing printing using sagging roll media makes
uneven colors more likely.
Was printing paused partway through?
When printing is paused, the coloring at the seam
may be altered when printing resumes. Avoid pausing printing. With the factory-default settings, printing pauses when an ink cartridge runs empty. Before
you perform lengthy printing, check the amount of
ink remaining in the ink cartridges. Printing may
also pause when data is not sent from the computer
quickly enough.
Are the operating parameters set to appropriate values?
Depending on the settings for such menu items as
[FULL WIDTH S] and [PERIODIC CL.], uneven colors
may occur. If the settings have been changed, try
restoring them to their default values.
 P. 94, "Speeding Up Printing for Narrow Media"
 P. 95, "Preventing Soiling of the Media and Dot Drop-out
During Printing"
Is the printer installed in a level and stable
location?
Never install the machine in a location where it is
tilted or where it may wobble or experience vibration.
Also, ensure that the print heads are not exposed to
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If the settings selected with the [PRESET] menu item
are not suitable for the type of media, printing may
be adversely affected. Choose settings optimized to
the media you're using.
 P. 132, "Saving Optimized Media Settings As Preset
Values"
 P. 133, "Loading a Saved Preset"
The Media Becomes Soiled When Printed
Do the print heads contact the media?
The height of the print heads may be too low. Also, if
the media is not loaded and set up correctly, it may
wrinkle or come loose and strike the heads.
 P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness"
 P. 156, "Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable"
Are the print heads dirty?
The following may cause ink to drip on the media
during printing.
• Buildup of fibrous dust (lint) around the
heads.
• Ink transferred to the heads due to rubbing
against the media.
If this happens, clean the heads using the cleaning kit. We recommend carrying out periodic head
cleaning.
 P. 70, "Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit"
Are the pinch rollers or media clamps
dirty?
6-2 Attractive Printing Is Impossible
Perform cleaning periodically.
 P. 66, "Cleaning"
Setting [AUTO ENV. MATCH] to "ENABLE" performs
matching to the environment to correct for misalignment.
 P. 102, "Executing Environment Matching Automati-
Cutting Is Misaligned or Skewed
Is the media loaded and set up correctly?
If the media is not loaded and set up correctly, or
media feed is not smooth, cutting may be adversely
affected. Make sure the media is loaded and set up
correctly.
 P. 156, "Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable"
Are the settings for the cutting conditions
appropriate?
cally"
Are the settings for the [CALIBRATION]
menu item (in the [CUTTING MENU] menu
item) correct?
When you're performing printing followed immediately by cutting, go to [CUTTING MENU] and set the
[CALIBRATION] value to "0.00."
 P. 113, "Performing Distance Correction During Cutting"
Misalignment or skewing may occur if the cutting
speed is too fast or the blade force is too high. Try
changing the cutting conditions. With media having
a strong adhesive layer, the adhesive layer reattaches
to itself immediately after cutting. However, if a cutting test shows that the peeling of the media and
the blade traces on the backing paper are optimal,
then the media is being cut properly. Be careful not
to make the blade force too high.
Is the length of printing too long?
For printing followed immediately by cutting in particular, the longer the page length (that is, the longer
the distance the media is returned after printing), the
greater is the chance of misalignment occurring. It is
a good idea to keep the size of each single page to
the minimum necessary.
Are you using media that exhibits large
expansion and contraction?
When you're performing printing followed immediately by cutting, misalignment occurs if the media
expands or contracts. If this happens, try performing printing with crop marks, then setting the base
point and one or more align points and performing
cutting. This corrects for expansion and contraction
of the media.
Is [AUTO ENV. MATCH] set to the "DISABLE"
setting?
The printing and cutting positions may become
misaligned due to ambient temperature or humidity.
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6-3 The Media Jams
The Media Jams
If an error message is displayed because
the media has jammed, immediately correct
the problem. Failure to do so may damage
the print heads.
 P. 161, [MOTOR ERROR TURN POWER OFF]
Is the media warped or wrinkled?
Many factors can cause warping or wrinkling. Refer
to the following and correct the problem.
 P. 156, "Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable"
Is the height of the print heads too low?
Try raising the heads higher. Media may inevitably
warp or wrinkle slightly, so adjust the height of the
heads to take this into account.
 P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thickness"
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6-4 The Media Cannot Be Taken Up Smoothly
The Media Cannot Be Taken Up Smoothly
Is media feed unstable?
Various factors can make media feed unstable. Refer
to the following and correct the problem.
 P. 156, "Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable"
Is the paper tube installed correctly?
Securely insert the paper tube onto the end caps. If
the paper tube is not attached correctly, it may spin
without traction and fail to take up the media.
 Setup Guide
Is the paper tube bent or sagging?
Media cannot be taken up smoothly when the paper
tube is bent or sagging.
Are you using the included paper tube?
For the paper tube, use the included item. Using
something other than the included item may result
in spinning without traction or other problems that
impede media take-up.
 P. 57, "About the Paper Tube"
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6-5 Media Wrinkles or Shrinks, or Feed Is Unstable
A variety of problems can occur if the media
feed is not smooth. This can cause such
problems as poor printing quality, contact
with the media by the print heads, misaligned
positioning, or media jams. Take action as
follows.
Media Wrinkles or Shrinks
Is the media loaded and set up straight and
securely?
Feed is not smooth when the media is not straight or
is tensioned unevenly on the left and right. Reload
the media.
Are the media clamps mounted?
When you're performing printing, be sure to attach
the media clamps.
Media Feed Is Not Straight
Is the media loaded and set up straight and
securely?
Feed is not smooth when the media is not straight or
is tensioned unevenly on the left and right. Reload
the media.
Media Feed Is Not Smooth
Do the media or the shafts strike some other
object?
Make sure the media and the shafts do not touch
anything else. This may affect output, even when
feed appears to be smooth.
Is the media too thick?
Media that is too thick may not only cause unstable
feed, but may scrape the print heads, resulting in
malfunction. Never use such media.
Are the grit rollers dirty?
Check to make sure the grit rollers are free of buildup
of foreign material such as media scraps.
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6-6 The Print Heads Stopped Moving
If the print-head carriage stops over the
platen, take action immediately to prevent
the heads from drying out.
What to Do First
Switch the sub power off, then back on again. (If the
media is jammed, then also remove the media.) If the
print-head carriage move to the standby position (the
right side of the main unit), it means the operation
has ended successfully.
If the print-head carriage did not move, try switching
off the main power, then again switching on the main
power, followed by the sub power.
6. Make the guides at the edges of the print heads
line up with the guides at the edges of the cap unit.
Turn the tool further to bring the cap unit near the
heads.
*The figures in this document depict the
LEC-330.
If the Heads Still Do Not Move
If the heads still do not move, carry out the following
emergency response measure, then contact your
authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
1. Switch off the main power.
2. Open the front cover.
3. Detach the side cover.
4. Gently move the print heads by hand as far as the
standby position.
7. When the heads make contact with the cap unit,
turn the tool one or two turns more.
Make sure the print heads are capped tightly.
5. Insert the head-unit tool into the hole at the bottom of the machine and turn gently. The cap unit
rises.
Head-unit tool
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6-7 If a Message Appears
These are the main messages that appear on
the machine's display to prompt correct operation. They do not indicate any error. Follow
the prompts and take action accordingly.
[INSTALL DRAIN BOTTLE]
[1n 2n 3n 4n ...]
Only a small amount of ink remains. Replace the
cartridge indicated by the flashing number with a
new cartridge.
This appears when a certain amount of discharged
fluid collects in the drain bottle. To clear the message, press
. If this screen appears, go to the
[DRAIN BOTTLE] menu and discard the discharged
fluid in the bottle.
[PRESS POWER KEY TO CLEAN]
 P. 64, "Disposing of Discharged Ink"
This appears when the machine has been unused for
about one month.
This feature is to remind you to switch on the sub
power once a month.
 P. 86, "When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period"
[SET CARTRIDGE.]
Insert the ink cartridge indicated by the flashing
number. This message appears at times such as during ink cartridge replacement.
[REMOVE CARTRIDGE.]
Remove the ink cartridge indicated by the flashing
number. This message appears at times such as during ink cartridge replacement.
[SET CL-LIQUID]
Insert the SOL INK cleaning cartridge indicated by
the flashing number. This message appears at times
such as during head cleaning.
[REMOVE CL-LIQUID]
Remove the SOL INK cleaning cartridge indicated by
the flashing number. This message appears at times
such as during head cleaning.
[END OF THE SHEET]
The trailing edge of the media was detected during
operation. Press any button on the operation panel
to clear the message. Load new media.
[SHEET NOT LOADED PRESS SETUP
KEY]
Load media and press
. This message appears when an attempt to perform a printing test
was made while no media was loaded.
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Check whether the drain bottle is installed. Install the
drain bottle, then press
.
[CHECK DRAIN BOTTLE]
[CLOSE THE COVER (FRONT COVER, SIDE
COVER or MAINTENANCE COVER]
Close the front cover, side cover, maintenance cover.
For safety, the carriage does not operate while a
cover is open.
[SET HEAD HEIGHT TO xxx]
The height of the print heads is lower than the height
specified on the computer. The heads move to a location where you can operate the height-adjustment
lever. Adjust to the displayed height, then press
.
[TIME FOR MAINTENANCE]
It is time to clean the heads using the cleaning kit.
After verifying, press
.
 P. 70, "Cleaning Using the Cleaning Kit"
[TIME FOR WIPER REPLACE]
It is time to replace the wipers. After verifying, press
.
 P. 76, "Replacing the Wipers"
[CIRCULATING INK]
The white ink is being circulated inside the machine.
This is automatically carried out to prevent settling
of the white ink. Wait until the displayed message
changes.
6-8 If an Error Message Appears
This describes the error messages that may
appear on the machine's display, and how
to take action to remedy the problem. If the
action described here does not correct the
problem, or if an error message not described
here appears, contact your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.
[ALIGN POINT POSITION INVALID]
without correcting this, press
. At this time,
the data is output without printing the crop marks.
To stop output, stop sending data from the computer,
then hold down
for one second or longer.
Change the size of the data, then send the data again.
There is no limitation in the size of the data in the
media-feed direction.
[CROPMARK ERROR NOT FOUND]
An attempt was made to set an align point
at a location where the setting cannot be
made.
Automatic detection of crop marks could
not be accomplished.
No align point can be set when the angle of the base
point and the align point is too large. Reload the
media correctly, so that the angle is minimized, then
set the base point and the align point again to match
the crop marks.
Load the media at the correct position and perform
detection of crop marks again. If repeating automatic
crop-mark detection results in an error again, then
perform manual crop-mark detection. Depending
on the media, it may not be possible to detect crop
marks automatically.
 P. 124, "Aligning Automatically and Cutting"
 P. 125, "Aligning Manually and Cutting"
[CARRIAGES ARE SEPARATED]
The cutting carriage and the printing carriage were improperly disconnected.
A problem such as a media jam occurred, impeding
correct operation. Operation cannot be continued.
Switch the sub power off, then back on.
[CAN'T PRINT CROP CONTINUE?]
The size of the data including the crop marks
is larger than the printing or cutting area of
the loaded media.
To continue performing output without correcting
this, press
. At this time, the portion extending beyond the printing or cutting area and the crop
marks are not printed. To stop printing, stop sending
data from the computer, then raise the loading lever.
Make the printing or cutting area wider, such as by
replacing the media with a larger piece of media or
by changing the positions of the pinch rollers, then
send the data again.
TEMPERATURE IS TOO HIGH **°C]
The temperature of the location where the
machine is installed has risen above the
ambient temperature at which the machine
can operate.
Operation cannot be continued. Switch off the sub
power. The displayed temperature is the current
ambient temperature of the installation location.
Bring the installed location to a temperature at
which operation is possible (20 to 32°C) and allow
the machine to come to room temperature, then
turn on the power.
[SERVICE CALL xxxx]
An unrecoverable error occurred, or part
replacement that must be performed by a
service technician is required.
Note the number displayed, then switch off the sub
power. After you switch off the power, inform your
authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer of the number
that appeared on the display.
The size of the data being output is too
small.
Make the scanning-direction size of the data at least
65 mm (2-9/16 in). To continue performing output
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6-8 If an Error Message Appears
[SHEET TOO SMALL CONTINUE?]
The size of the data is larger than the printing or cutting area of the loaded media.
To continue performing output without correcting
this, press
. At this time, the portion extending beyond the printing or cutting area is not output.
To stop output, stop sending data from the computer,
then hold down
for one second or longer.
Make the printing or cutting area wider, such as by
replacing the media with a larger piece of media or
by changing the positions of the pinch rollers, then
send the data again.
[SHEET SET ERROR SET AGAIN]
was pressed even though no media
is loaded.
Press any key to clear the error. Load media and pull
back the loading lever, then press
.
[EDGE DETECTION] is set to "ENABLE," but
transparent media was loaded.
Raise the loading lever, set the [EDGE DETECTION]
menu item to "DISABLE," then reload the media.
 P. 93, "Using Transparent Media"
The loaded media is too small.
Press any key to clear the error. Replace with media
of usable size.
[HEAD HEIGHT ERROR]
The height-adjustment lever for the print
heads was operated improperly.
Operation cannot be continued. Switch the sub
power off, then back on. To change the head height,
use the [HEAD HEIGHT] menu.
 P. 106, "Adjusting Head Height to Match Media Thick-
can operate.
Operation cannot be continued. Switch off the sub
power. The displayed temperature is the current
ambient temperature of the installation location.
Bring the installed location to a temperature at
which operation is possible (20 to 32°C) and allow
the machine to come to room temperature, then
turn on the power.
[DATA ERROR CANCELING...]
Output was stopped because a problem was
found in the data received.
Operation cannot be continued. Check whether the
data contains errors. Also, check for a problem with
the connector cable or the computer, and redo the
operation from the step of loading the media.
[PINCHROLL ERROR LOWER PINCHROLL]
was pressed without first lowering
the pinch rollers.
Press any key to clear the error. Pull back the loading
lever, then press
.
The pinch rollers were raised while
was illuminated.
The error is cleared automatically after a short wait.
Never move the loading lever while printing is in
progress.
[PINCHROLL ERROR INVALID RIGHT
POS]
The right pinch roller is positioned at a location where it does not pinch the media.
Raise the loading lever and move the right pinch
roller to the correct location.
 P. 42, "Cutting Off the Media"
ness"
[PINCHROLL ERROR INVALID LEFT POS]
[TEMPERATURE IS TOO LOW **°C]
The temperature of the location where the
machine is installed has fallen below the
ambient temperature at which the machine
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The left pinch roller is positioned at a location where it does not pinch the media.
Raise the loading lever and move the left pinch roller
to the correct location.
 P. 35, "Loading and Cutting Off Media"
6-8 If an Error Message Appears
[WRONG CARTRIDGE]
A ink cartridge that cannot be used was
installed.
Remove the ink cartridge to clear the error. Use a
cartridge of the specified type.
[AVOIDING DRY-UP TURN OFF POWER]
The print heads were forced to standby position to prevent them from drying out.
Operation cannot be continued. Switch the sub
power off, then back on. Opening the front cover
while printing is in progress causes an emergency
stop. Never allow the print heads to remain in this
state.
[MOTOR ERROR TURN POWER OFF]
A motor error occurred.
Operation cannot be continued. Switch off the sub
power. Next, eliminate the cause of the error, then immediately switch on the sub power. If the machine is
allowed to stand with the error uncorrected, the print
heads may dry out and become damaged.
This error may be caused by such factors as a mistake
in loading the media, a media jam, or an operation
that pulls the media with excessive force.
[CANCELED FOR MOTOR PROTECTION]
Continuous operation made the pump
motor become hot, and so operation was
paused.
Press any key to clear the error. Allow the machine to
stand for approximately 40 minutes before resuming
operation.
[LONG MEDIA CLAMP IS INSTALLED]
Media cutoff was attempted even though
[MEDIA CLAMP] is set to “LONG.”
To prevent malfunction or damage to the machine,
media-cutoff operations are not performed when
[MEDIA CLAMP] is set to “LONG.” Use
to go
back to the original screen, then either detach the
media clamps, or replace them with short media
clamps and set [MEDIA CLAMP] to “SHORT.”
 P. 42, "Cutting Off the Media"
[CANCELED FOR MOTOR PROTECTION]
An unusable print head is installed.
Switch off the sub power. After you switch off the
power, inform your authorized Roland DG Corp.
dealer.
The media has jammed.
Carefully remove the jammed media. The print heads
may also be damaged. Perform head cleaning, then
perform a printing test and check the results.
The media was pulled with excessive
force.
Excessive tension was applied to the media, and
additional action is necessary to recover from this
state. First, move the loading lever to the rear and
adjust the media to create a small amount of slack,
then switch on the sub power.
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Specifications
163
7-1 Usable Media
Conditions for Usable Media
Media width
182 to 762 mm (7.2 to 30 inches)
A) Cuttable media thickness
0.08 to 0.22 mm (3.2 to 8.6 mil)
(depending on media composition)
A
B
D
B) Maximum media thickness (including backing paper)
Printing only: 1.0 mm (39 mil)
When performing cutting: 0.4 mm (15 mil)
C) Roll outer diameter
Maximum 180 mm (7.1 inches)
C
The side of the roll media.
D) Paper tube (core) inner diameter
50.8 mm or 76.2 mm (2 inches or 3 inches)
Roll weight
20 kg (44 lb.)
Other conditions
Media such as the following cannot be used
Media whose end is attached to the paper tube (core)
Media which is severely warped or which has a strong tendency to reroll
Media that cannot withstand the tensioning of the media take-up or feed system
Media whose paper tube (core) is bent or crushed
Media that bends under its own weight when loaded
Media having an inward curl (i.e., media whose print surface is on the inner side of the roll)
Media on a sagging roll
Media that is rolled unevenly
Media that has an electrostatic charge
This machine cannot necessarily print every kind of media. When selecting media, be
sure to carry out testing in advance to make sure that satisfactory printing quality is
obtained.
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7-2 Printing or Cutting Area
Maximum Area
The printing or cutting area along the horizontal plane (the direction in which the carriage moves) is
determined by the position of the pinch rollers.
Media
Max. 24,998 mm (984 in.)
10 mm 1.5 mm
Pinch roller (left)
(0.4 in.) (0.1 in.)
210mm
(8.3 in.)
Max. 736 mm (29 in.)
Printing or
cutting area
1.5 mm 10 mm
(0.1 in.) (0.4 in.)
Pinch roller (right)
75 mm*
(3 in.)
75 mm*
(3 in.)
If "EDGE" or "PIECE" is selected in
the [SETUP SHEET] menu.
Origin point for printing or
cutting coordinates (0,0)
If "EDGE" or
"PIECE" is selected in the [SETUP
SHEET] menu.
*Margin length required by the media take-up and feed systems is approximately 1,100 mm (43 in.).
Maximum Area When Using Crop Marks
When crop marks are used, the printing or cutting area is reduced from the maximum area by an amount
equal to the crop marks.
12.5 mm (0.5 in.)
10 mm (0.4 in.)
12.5 mm (0.5 in.)
10 mm (0.4 in.)
Printing or cutting area
10 mm (0.4 in.)
10 mm (0.4 in.)
12.5 mm (0.5 in.)
12.5 mm (0.5 in.)
Maximum area
Crop mark
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7-2 Printing/Cutting Area
Media-cutoff Location During Continuous Printing
When a media-cutoff command is sent from the computer, the cutoff location on the media is as shown
in the figure below.
Second page
75mm (3 in.)
Location where
separated
Margin (setting on the
computer)
First page
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Chapter 7 Specifications
7-3 About the Blade
The cutting conditions and the service life of the blade change according to the media and the operating environment, even when using identical blades. The service life also differs according to the type
of blade. A rough guide is shown below.
Media
Blade force
Amount of
blade offset
Blade life*
(general guide)
ZEC-U1005
General signage vinyl
50 to 150 gf
0.25 mm
8000 m
ZEC-U5025
General signage vinyl
Fluorescent vinyl
Reflective vinyl
30 to 100 gf
120 to 200 gf
100 to 200 gf
0.25 mm
0.25 mm
0.25 mm
4000 m
4000 m
4000 m
Blade
When uncut areas remain even when the blade force is increased to a value that is higher by 50 to 60
gf than the values shown in this chart, then replace the blade.
*The values for "Blade life" are estimates for when cutting media of identical type.
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7-4 Locations of the Power Rating and Serial Number Labels
Serial Number
This is required when you seek maintenance, servicing,
or support. Never peel off the label or let it get dirty.
Power Rating
Use an electrical outlet that meets the requirements for
voltage, frequency, and amperage given here.
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7-5 Specifications
Printing/cutting method
A c c e p t a b l e Width
media
Thickness
Roll outer diameter
Roll weight
Core diameter
Printing/cutting width (*1)
Ink cartridges Types
Colors
Ink-curing unit
Printing resolution (dots per inch)
Acceptable tool
Cutting speed
Blade force
Blade offset compensation
Software resolution (when cutting)
Distance accuracy (when printing)
(*2)
Distance accuracy (when cutting)
Repetition accuracy (when cutting)
(*3)
Alignment accuracy for printing and
cutting (*4)
Alignment accuracy for printing and
cutting when reloading media (*5)
Media take-up
system
Roll outer diameter
Roll weight
Interface
Power-saving function
Power requirements
P o w e r c o n - During operation
sumption
Sleep mode
Acoustic noise During operation
level
During standby
Dimensions (with stand) (*6)
Weight (with stand)
LEC-300A/330
Piezo ink-jet method/media-moving method
182 to 762 mm (7.2 to 30 in.)
Maximum 1.0 mm (39 mil) with liner, for printing
Maximum 0.4 mm (16 mil) with liner and 0.22 mm (9 mil)
without liner, for cutting
Maximum 180 mm (7.1 in.)
Maximum 20 kg (44 lb.)
50.8 mm (2 in.) or 76.2 mm (3 in.)
Maximum 736 mm (29 in.)
ECO-UV 220-cc cartridge
Six colors (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, white, and gloss)
Dual UV LED Lamp
Maximum 1440 dpi
Roland CAMM-1 series compatible
10 to 600 mm/s (10 to 300 mm/s in media-feed direction)
30 to 300 gf
0.000 to 1.500 mm (0 to 0.0591 in.)
0.025 mm/step (0.000984 in./step)
Error of less than ±0.3% of distance traveled, or ±0.3 mm,
whichever is greater
Error of less than ±0.4% of distance traveled, or ±0.3 mm,
whichever is greater
When distance correction has been performed (when the
setting for [CUTTING MENU] - [CALIBRATION] has been made):
Error of less than ±0.2% of distance traveled, or ±0.1 mm,
whichever is greater
±0.1 mm or less
±0.5 mm or less
Error of less than ±0.5% of distance traveled, or ±3 mm,
whichever is greater
Maximum180 mm (7.1 in.)
Maximum 20 kg (44 lb.)
Ethernet (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX, automatic switching)
Automatic sleep feature
AC 100 to 240 V ±10%, 4.2A, 50/60 Hz
Approx. 370 W
LEC-300A : 14.4 W
LEC-330 : 15.3 W
64 dB (A) or less
40 dB (A) or less
2200 (W) × 820 (D) × 1260 (H) mm (86.6 (W) × 32.3 (D) ×
49.6 (H) in.)
177 kg (390.2 lb.)
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7-5 Specifications
Environment
Power on
Power off
Accessories
Temperature: 20 to 32ºC (68 to 90ºF) (22ºC [72˚F] or more
recommended) , Relative humidity: 35 to 80% (no condensation)
Temperature: 5 to 40˚C (41 to 104˚F), Relative humidity: 20
to 80% (no condensation)
Exclusive stands, power cord, blade, blade holder (XD-CH2),
media clamps, replacement blade for separating knife, cleaning kit, software RIP (Roland VersaWorks) , User's Manual,
etc.
*1
The length of printing or cutting is subject to the limitations of the program.
*2
With Roland PET film, print travel: 1 m
Temperature: 25°C (77°F),relative humidity: 50%
*3
The following conditions must be met:
 Media type: Media specified by Roland DG Corp.
 Roll media must be loaded on the shaft.
 [PREFEED] menu item must be set to "ENABLE."
 Side margins: 25 mm or more for both the left and right margins
 Front margin: 35 mm or more
 Excluding expansion/contraction of the media
Range for assured repetition accuracy
 Length 3,000 mm
*4
 Provided that media length is under 3,000 mm
 Temperature: 25°C (77°F)
 Excluding possible shift caused by expansion/contraction of the media and/or by reloading the
media.
*5
 Media type : Roland PET film
 Data size: 1,000 mm in the media-feed direction, 736 mm in the carriage-movement direction
 No lamination
 Automatic detection of crop marks at 4 points when media is reloaded.
 During cutting, [PREFEED] menu item must be set to "ENABLE."
 Temperature: 25°C (77°F)
 Excludes the effects of slanted movement and of expansion and contraction of the media.
*6
During operation of the media take-up system, an operating range of approximately 80 millimeters
back from the front edge of the dancer roller is required.
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