FujiFilm Printer 4500N User Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

DIGITAL IMAGE PRINTER

PICTROGRAPHY 4500N

UC Type

First Edition

PP3-B506E

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the Pictrography 4500N.

The Pictrography 4500N consists of the machine main body, photosensitive material (donor), and

receiver (paper). It is an easy-to-operate full-color digital printer which provides very high image

quality.

The Pictrography 4500N allows high-quality color prints to be produced by simple operations,

employing a laser-exposure, thermal processing transfer system with digital image data received

from the host computer.

The Auto Calibrator provides consistently high print quality.

• This instruction manual explains the operating procedures and precautions for the Pictrography

4500N and the Auto Calibrator.

•

To correctly use and obtain optimum performance from the Pictrography 4500N, it is essential

that you read this manual thoroughly before using the machine.

Store this manual at a predetermined place near the Pictrography 4500N so that you can readily

refer to it regarding specific operating or handling procedures.

UNITED STATES OF AMERICA (FCC)

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.

FCC WARNING: Changes or modification not expressly approved by the party responsible for compli-

ance could void the user’ s authority to operate the equipment.

CANADA (ICES-003)

This Class A digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing Equipment

Regulations.

Cat apprarail numé rique de la classes A respectte toutes les exigences du Rè glement sur le maté rial

brouilleur du Canada.

1. Reproduction of this manual in whole or in part is expressly prohibited without

written permission from Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd.

2. The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice.

Laser Radiation Safety

Notes on Laser Safety

This product is a Class I laser device for which biological hazards have not been established. Heed all

warnings that appear in device labels or in the Instruction Manual.

Laser Radiation Specifications

Class

III b

Semiconductor laser

670 nm

III b

Semiconductor laser

750 nm

III b

Semiconductor laser

810 nm

Laser

Wavelength

Max. Output

4 mW

5 mW

6.6 mW

CAUTION

The use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein

may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

CAUTION

The doors (front, front lower, right side lower, left side upper, left side lower) of this device are provided

with safety interlocks which work to stop laser radiation when the doors are opened. Do not press the

safety interlock while the door open, as laser emissions may occur, resulting in serious hazards.

The protective housing labels and their positions as required by the Section J of Chapter 1 of the 21 CFR,

issued by the U.S. FDA, are shown on the following pages.

REFERENCE

FDA (Food and Drug Administration) is the U.S. govemment agency which retains authority over major radiological product safety.

Laser Warning Labels

Label #1

Visible and invisible laser

radiation when open.

AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE

TO BEAM

Label #2

Visible and invisible

laser radiation when

open and interlock

defeated.

AVOID DIRECT

EXPOSURE TO BEAM

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

● Operations to be performed by the operator are indicated by step numbers 1, 2, 3, and so on,

whereas operations carried out by the machine are marked ●.

[Example]

1. Operate the Host Computer to start printing.

● The message changes to "Data Busy".

● The mark ( ) used in "Turn the power switch ON ( )." in this manual indicates that the ( ) side

of the power switch should be pressed. The mark ( ) in the like manner indicates that the

( ) side of the power switch should be pressed.

SECTION 1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

SECTION 2 COMPONENT NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

SECTION 3 OPERATING PROCEDURES

SECTION 4 HOW TO USE THE OPERATION PANEL

SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE

SECTION 6 DONOR/RECEIVER JAM CLEARING PROCEDURES

SECTION 7 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE

MAJOR SPECIFICATIONS

APPENDIX

Contents

SECTION 1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS..............................................................................

1.1 Operating Environment.........................................................................................

1.2 Room Conditions ..................................................................................................

1.3 Installation Space .................................................................................................

1.4 Electrical Hookup..................................................................................................

1.5 Donors and Receivers ..........................................................................................

1.6 Duplication Restrictions ........................................................................................ 11

SECTION 2 COMPONENT NAMES AND FUNCTIONS ...................................................... 13

2.1 Overview............................................................................................................... 14

2.2 Operation Panel .................................................................................................... 16

2.3 Alarm .................................................................................................................... 18

2.4 Printing Mechanism .............................................................................................. 20

2.5 Power Saving Mode.............................................................................................. 21

SECTION 3 OPERATING PROCEDURES ........................................................................... 23

3.1 Connecting Other Devices.................................................................................... 24

3.2 Machine Startup ................................................................................................... 25

3.3 Printing ................................................................................................................. 26

3.3.1

Communication Error Display (for ONLINE operation) ............................. 26

3.4 Donor Magazine Replacement ............................................................................. 27

3.5 Receiver Magazine Replacement......................................................................... 32

3.6 Water Replacement .............................................................................................. 35

3.7 Refuse (Used Donor) Disposal ............................................................................. 38

3.8 Turning OFF the Power......................................................................................... 41

SECTION 4 HOW TO USE THE OPERATION PANEL ......................................................... 43

4.1 Menu..................................................................................................................... 44

4.2 How to Use the Keys ............................................................................................ 48

4.3 Changing the Print Size ........................................................................................ 49

4.4 Changing the Power Saving Mode Timer Setup ................................................... 50

4.5 Changing the Resolution (dpi) .............................................................................. 51

4.6 Alarm ON/OFF...................................................................................................... 52

4.7 Fine Adjustment of Print Image Position............................................................... 53

4.8 Checking the Remaining Consumables................................................................ 55

4.9 Setting the Consumables Counters ...................................................................... 57

4.10 Setting the Remaining Quantity of Consumables for Alarms................................ 58

4.11 Pictrography 4500 Color Adjustment .................................................................... 60

4.12 Color Adjustment Procedures............................................................................... 61

4.13 Calibration (Standard Color Condition Setup) ...................................................... 62

4.14 Color Control Adjustment Procedures .................................................................. 64

Contents

4.15 Network Setting .................................................................................................... 68

4.15.1 Setting Using the Operation Panel ............................................................ 68

4.15.2 Setup Using Utility ..................................................................................... 72

SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE................................................................................................ 83

5.1 Regular Maintenance Program............................................................................. 84

5.2 Side Air Filter Replacement .................................................................................. 85

5.3 Water Filter Replacement ..................................................................................... 86

5.4 Auto Calibrator White Board Cleaning .................................................................. 89

5.5 Scanner Cover Glass Cleaning ............................................................................ 90

SECTION 6 DONOR/RECEIVER JAM CLEARING PROCEDURES................................... 91

6.1 Clearing Donor/Receiver Jams............................................................................. 92

6.2 Jamming at Location "1" ....................................................................................... 94

6.3 Jamming at Location "2" ....................................................................................... 98

6.4 Jamming at Location "3" ....................................................................................... 99

6.5 Jamming at Location "6" ....................................................................................... 101

6.6 Jamming at Locations "7 and 8" ........................................................................... 103

6.7 Jamming at Locations "4 and 5" ........................................................................... 104

6.8 Jamming at Locations "5 and 9" ........................................................................... 105

6.9 Jamming at Location "10" ..................................................................................... 107

SECTION 7 TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE.......................................................................... 109

7.1 When a Problem Occurs....................................................................................... 110

7.2 Error Code Display ............................................................................................... 111

MAJOR SPECIFICATIONS .................................................................................................... 113

APPENDIX.............................................................................................................................. 115

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SECTION 1 GENERAL PRECAUTIONS

1.1 Operating Environment.................................................... 2

1.2 Room Conditions ............................................................. 4

1.3 Installation Space ............................................................ 5

1.4 Electrical Hookup............................................................. 6

1.5 Donors and Receivers ..................................................... 7

1.6 Duplication Restrictions ................................................... 11

Before using this product, read and understand this section thoroughly.

Safety precautions include WARNING and CAUTION. Supplementary explanations for operations

are indicated as IMPORTANT or NOTE.

WARNING: Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in death or serious injury to

personnel.

CAUTION: Indicates a situation which, if not avoided, may result in a minor or somewhat

more serious injury to personnel. It also indicates a situation which may cause

physical damage to the product.

IMPORTANT:

Indicates an item which may degrade the machine’ s performance or cause a

machine breakdown should the operator do something wrong.

NOTE: Indicates a machine/consumable handling precaution or a supplementary explanation for

an operation.

1.1 Operating Environment

General Precautions

● Follow the instructions provided in this manual only.

WARNING: ● Use the indicated voltage only.Do not use an extension cord with an insufficient

power rating or serially connected extension cords as fire or electrical shock

may result.

● A 2-pin outlet cannot be grounded. In case of leakage, electrical shock may

result.

● Do not scratch, damage, or physically alter the power cord. Do not place a

heavy object on the power cable. Do not forcibly pull or bend the power cable.

Such acts may damage the power cable resulting in fire or electrical shock.

● Do not touch the power plug with wet hands. An electrical shock may result.

● Do not modify the product. Fire or electrical shock may result. The product

contains semiconductor lasers. If modified, the user may be exposed to laser

light.

● Do not remove covers or parts tightened with screws. This may cause injury

or electrical shock to personnel.

● Do not place metal objects or receptacles containing water, such as a flower

vase, potted flower, or water glass on the machine. If water should fall inside

the machine, fire or electrical shock may result.

● If you notice smoke rising from the machine, a high frame temperature, strange

odors or abnormal sounds, immediately turn the power switch OFF ( ), unplug

the power cable and contact your local dealer. If the machine is used in such

a condition, fire or electrical shock may result.

CAUTION: ● Do not place the machine on an unstable surface, such as an unsteady table

top or a tilted place.The machine may drop or fall, causing injury to personnel.

● Once the machine is installed, lock the casters. Otherwise, the machine may

move or fall down, causing injury to personnel.

● Before moving the machine, always unplug the power cord from the outlet.

Otherwise, the cable may be damaged, causing fire or electrical shock.

● When you unplug the power cord, always hold the plug. Pulling the power

cord may expose wires or cause wires to break, causing fire or electrical

shock.

● When cleaning the machine cabinet, do not use a spray cleaner containing

flammable materials. A fire may be caused.

● Do not press the open/close switch of a door on the machine when it is open.

The switch is for protection.The machine may assume the door is closed and

start operating, causing injury to personnel.

1.1 Operating Environment

CAUTION: ● Do not drink water in the water bottle or give it to animals.

● When clearing a jam, do not touch the thermal processing unit after opening

it. The thermal processing unit is very hot.

● When the machine is not to be used for a long time (as during a vacation),

unplug the power cord for safety.

IMPORTANT:

● Do not use solvents such as benzine or thinner to clean the machine cabinet.

Wipe with water or a mild detergent.

● Do not drop foreign material such as paper clips, or staples into the machine.

● Do not lean against the machine or sit on it.Do not place heavy objects on the

machine or subject it to a large impact.

● Use Fuji-recommended parts for repairs. If other parts are used, Fujifilm will

not ensure the quality of the machine.

● The water used in the machine should have the total hardness of under 100

ppm and a residual chlorine content of under 1 ppm. Distilled water is

recommended.

1.2 Room Conditions

For normal and safe operation, install the machine in the following environment.

● Temperature: 15°C to 28°C (Free from moisture condensation)

If the temperature in the room is over 28°C or under 15°C, proper printing quality may not be

assured. At low temperatures, the machine takes a long time to start printing or errors may

occur.

When a cold room is warmed rapidly, water droplets are formed inside the machine (moisture

condensation), causing donor/receiver jamming or print quality deterioration. Use the machine

in a place not subject to sharp changes in the temperature.

● Humidity: 30%RH to 70%RH

If the humidity in the room is over 70%RH, a transfer error may occur in the donor or receiver, or

the receivers may become damp, causing print quality deterioration. Do not install the machine

in a place near a water tap, boiler, humidifier, air conditioner, or heater. And always keep the

room humidity at 30%RH to 70%RH.

● Ventilation

Make sure the installation site is well-ventilated and not dusty.

IMPORTANT:

A dusty environment may cause spotting* on the picture surface.

● If the machine, donor, or receiver magazine is subject to direct sunlight, light from electronic

flash, or strong reflected light, use curtains or blinds to avoid this.

NOTE: A strong light may cause fogging**.

● The installation site must be free of ammonia, formalin, and sulfurous acid vapor. Such vapors

will cause a deterioration in printing quality and rust on the machine.

● Do not place volatile combustibles, such as thinner or alcohol, near the machine.

● Make sure the installation room floor is level, stable, capable of withstanding the machine weight,

and not subject to strong vibration. Each caster can withstand a weight of about 30 kg.

Spotting: White dots

** Fogging: Print discoloration caused by extraneous light on the photo-sensitive material (donor).

1.3 Installation Space

Secure the amount of space shown below to ensure the proper operation, replacement of

consumables, and maintenance of the machine.

IMPORTANT:

There is a vent at the rear of the machine. Provide a minimum clearance of 8

in. (20 cm) between the vent and the wall.

Unit: mm

8in.(200mm)

17in.(430mm)

21in.(530mm)

56in.

(1416mm)

23in.(580mm)

62in.(1565mm)

1.4 Electrical Hookup

● Connect the power plug directly into a 120V ±10V, 60 Hz grounded outlet (3-pin) which has a

power rating of 15 A or more.

WARNING: ● DO NOT USE a two-pin power outlet which is not grounded, as an electrical

shock may result when short circuiting occurs.

● Use the indicated power supply voltage only. Never use an extension cord

with an inadequate rating. If such a cord is used, abnormal heat generation,

smoke or other abnormal phenomena may occur.

● Perform the following checks on a periodic basis.

●

Make sure the power plug is properly inserted into a dedicated power outlet.

●

Check the power plug and cable for abnormal heat generation.

●

Make sure the power cable is not cracked or damaged.

1.5 Donors and Receivers

● Use the donors and receivers specified below.

Donors

Name

Abbreviation

PZ-D ER

Size

Remarks

323 mm x 92 m

Base: Paper

(Equivalent to 182 Double Letter Wide sheets)

305 mm x 92 m

(Equivalent to 194 Double Letter size sheets)

Pictro

262 mm x 92 m

(Equivalent to 266 10 x 12 size sheets)

135 mm x 92 m

(Equivalent to 422 5R size sheets

or 479 4R size sheets)

Receivers

Name

Pictro

Abbreviation

Size

Remarks

PZ -SG ER 315 mm x 60 m

Standard thickness, glossy,

(Equivalent to 129 Double Letter Wide sheets) with backprinting

279 mm x 60 m

Standard thickness, glossy,

(Equivalent to 138 Double Letter size sheets) with backprinting

254 mm x 60 m

Standard thickness, glossy,

(Equivalent to 196 10 x 12 size sheets)

with backprinting

127 mm x 60 m

(Equivalent to 337 5R size sheets)

Standard thickness, glossy,

with backprinting

102 mm x 60 m

Standard thickness, glossy,

with backprinting

(Equivalent to 394 4R size sheets)

PZ-SM ER

315 mm x 60 m

Standard thickness, semi-glossy,

(Equivalent to 129 Double Letter Wide size sheets) with backprinting

279 mm x 60 m

Standard thickness, semi-glossy,

(Equivalent to 138 Double Letter size sheets) with backprinting

254 mm x 60 m

Standard thickness, semi-glossy,

(Equivalent to 196 10 x 12 size sheets)

with backprinting

102mm x 60 m

Standard thickness, semi-glossy,

with backprinting

(Equivalent to 394 4R size sheets)

PZ-LG ER

PZ-LM ER

279 mm x 77 m

Lightwight paper, glossy,

(Equivalent to 178 Double Letter size sheets) without backprinting

102 mm x 77 m

Lightwight paper, semi-glossy,

without backprinting

(Equivalent to 506 4R size sheets)

1.5 Donors and Receivers

● When storing the donor (the donor magazine) or receiver (the receiver magazine), place it in a

horizontal position. If stored in an upright position, the donor/receiver roll may become loose

and impossible to pull out of the magazine.

IMPORTANT:

If a sealed donor magazine/receiver magazine is left in a room for a long period

or in a hot and damp place, good printing quality may not be obtained. The

magazine must be stored in a cool, dark place not exposed to direct sunlight. If

the magazine will be stored for longer than one month, storage at

10°C, 60%RH or less is recommended.

● When unsealing the donor (or the donor magazine), make sure that it is not exposed to direct

sunlight.

● After a magazine is unsealed, it must not be placed on the floor or in a dusty location as

deterioration in print quality may result.

● If the inner door of the donor magazine compartment (see (13) in 2.1) is open, the donor leading

edge will be exposed to extraneous light.

● After a magazine is unsealed, it should be immediately inserted into the machine. If a donor

magazine is left in a bright place for extended periods of time, the donor will be exposed to

extraneous light and become unusable.

● Prepare a magazine for each size of donor and receiver used. The donor is photosensitive.

Once a donor roll is inserted in a magazine, it cannot be replaced with another donor roll. It is

also recommended that the receiver not be replaced after insertion into a magazine, otherwise

deterioration in print quality may result.

IMPORTANT:

● To assure good print quality, it is recommended that the donor/receiver be

used within one month after unsealing.

● If the machine is not to be used for a period of longer than one week, take the

donor and receiver magazines out of the machine and store them in a cool

dark place. Also empty the water bottle.

1.5 Donors and Receivers

● When storing an unsealed magazine (D or R), place it in a cool dark place.

It is recommended that the donor/receiver leading end be retained with a

rubber band to prevent it from being wound into the magazine. Do not tape

down the donor/receiver leading edge because residual tape adhesive may

adhere to the edge, contaminating the donor/receiver and causing a malfunc-

tion.

Rubber band

● When using donor magazine/receiver magazine stored under refrigeration, allow it to rise to

room temperature before taking it out of the inner bag to prevent moisture condensation.

● Use the donor/receiver before the expiration date.

● When the donor is replaced or is used for more than one month, the print color balance and

density may change. You should therefore, perform a calibration (see page 61).

The production number and

expiration date are indicated here.

● The refuse (used donor) retains negative images. Any refuse containing confidential data should

be shredded and properly disposed of as industrial waste (see page 38).

● When storing finished prints, keep them out of direct sunlight.

● The quality of the prints is affected by various environmental conditions (heat, humidity, light,

and air pollution).

Recommended storage conditions

●

Store with good ventilation at 25°C, 30%RH to 60%RH

●

Store at 10°C or less, 30%RH to 50%RH when storing for long periods

● When stacking prints, use care to prevent the image surfaces coming into contact with each

other because color dye transfer may occur.

1.5 Donors and Receivers

● Image quality is guaranteed over the entire sheet except for a 0.2- in. (5-mm) boarder along

each sides (0.24 in, (6 mm) in the case of Double Letter wide sheets).

0.2in. (5mm)

(0.24in. (6mm) for Double Letter wide sheets)

0.2in. (5mm)

(0.24in. (6mm) for Double Letter wide sheets)

● The trailing end of the receiver has an end-detection hole. Therefore, the last print produced at

the end of a receiver roll may have a hole in it. Such a print is not included in the guaranteed

number of prints.

● Prints containing the cut edge at the start of the receiver roll or the end-detection hole at the end

of the roll are not included in the guaranteed number of prints.

1.6 Duplication Restrictions

The possession of duplication equipment does not automatically entitle the owner to make copies.

There are cases where legal restrictions are enforced.

CAUTION: ● There are items whose duplication is prohibited by law. DO NOT duplicate

such items, or make duplicates that may be used for illegal purposes.

● In order to copy materials that are protected by copyrights, you must first

obtain permission from the copyright owner. Reproduction without such

permission constitutes an infringement of the law.

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SECTION 2

COMPONENT NAMES AND FUNCTIONS

2.1 Overview.......................................................................... 14

2.2 Operation Panel ............................................................... 16

2.3 Alarm ............................................................................... 18

2.4 Printing Mechanism ......................................................... 20

2.5 Power Saving Mode......................................................... 21

2.1 Overview

PO2F001J

2.1 Overview

Number

Name

Function

Front Door

Is opened to replace magazine or water, or to clear a donor/receiver

jam.

Water Bottle

Contains the water to be applied to the donor.

Receiver Magazine Compartment Contains the receiver magazine.

Water Filter

Removes any foreign matter from the water.

Operation Panel

Operation keys and indicator lamps are located here

(see pages 16 and 17).

Auto Calibrator

Reads the density reference pattern and performs the calibration

(standard color condition setup). (See page 61.)

Right-hand Side Upper Door

Thermal Processing Unit

Is opened to clear a donor/receiver jam.

Transfers an image to the receiver. The door of this unit is opened

to clear a donor/receiver jam.

Power Switch

Turns the Power ON ( )and OFF ( ).

Inner Door Lock Lever

Locks the inner door. Also releases the nip roller for donor

transport.

Thermal Processing Unit

Release Lever

Opens the thermal processing unit. Also opens the thermal unit

door to clear a donor/receiver jam.

Front Lower Door

Is opened to replace the donor magazine or to clear a donor/receiver

jam.

Inner Door/Donor Magazine

Compartment

Contains the donor magazine.

Refuse Compartment

Casters

Is opened for refuse removal.

Two casters are provided at both the front and rear for moving the

machine.

Left-hand Side Lower Door

Left-hand Side Upper Door

Side Air Filter

Is opened to clear a donor/receiver jam.

Cleans the air drawn in by the fan to cool the interior of the machine.

Finished prints are discharged into this tray.

Three-pin grounded plug

Print Tray

Power Plug

Power Cable

Connects the machine to a power outlet.

Connects the Ethernet cable to the main body.

Interface Connector

2.2 Operation Panel

ON LINE

DATA

Number

Name

Transfer Monitor

Function

Indicates by LEDs the processing state of the donor and receiver.

Alsming and errors related to the donor, receiver, water, and water

filter.

ONLINE indicator lamp

ONLINE indicator key

Message Display

Lights when the machine is online and goes off when it is offline.

Turns the machine online or offline.

Indicates the machine status, the size of the donor, and the type of

receiver used. The donor size is indicated as follows.

Indication

Size of donor

323 mm (Double Letter wide,etc.)

305 mm (Double Letter and Letter)

262 mm (10 x 12 and 10 x 8)

135 mm (4R,etc.)

Also indicates the key(s) that may be used.

2.2 Operation Panel

ESC

SEL

Number

Name

Function

+ key / – key

Press to enter the value for each parameter, including print

size and color control.

MODE key

PREV key:

NEXT key:

ESC key:

SEL key:

Press to return to the previous menu.

Press to proceed to the next menu.

Press to go up one menu.

Press to go down one menu.

EXEC key

DATA lamp

Press to execute the selected menu.

Indicates that data is being received through an external interface.

2.3 Alarm

● An alarm sounds under the following conditions.

● The type of alarm depends on the machine condition.

Alarm sound

Machine condition

● The machine has accepted a key entry.

Beep-beep-beep-beep, beep-beep-beep-beep, ● The donor/receiver is jammed.

Beep (a single short beep)

... (four successive short beeps, repeated)

● The loaded donor or receiver is used up.

● Water replacement is needed, or the water level is low.

● The refuse compartment is filled with discharged refuse.

● The water filter needs to be replaced.

● No magazine is set in position.

Beep, beep, ...

● An E error occurred.

(a single long beep, repeated)

NOTE: ● The alarm stops when the door is opened.

● If "Alarm OFF" is selected in advance with the configuration function, no alarm will sound (except for

E errors).

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