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1. KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 63 Operator s Guide Saving and Loading Settings and Configurations When to Save Settings e After the first machine startup and the creation of customer configurations e After major modifications of settings and or configurations e At regular intervals such as after a PBL e Prior to the installation of a software update This is recommended because the reloading of the Backup restore is only possible with the same software version Otherwise the database might be destroyed If you are not sure of the software version use Info to check e When you want to copy configurations to other systems Procedure 1 Touch e Settings e Save settings Kodak Professional i Save settings 20 mE 102 mm 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 28 000 Save O ree ona ne ses OA i O rein O iia 2 Select the drive symbol directory arrow A Zip disk is recommended if many data base entries are modified All files of the drive directory a listed on the left side on the right side there are the existing backup files The file name is an indicator for what is saved 3 Select Save or Save as 4 64 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Load Settings 1 Touch e Settings e Load settings Kodak Professional i siop Load settings 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 27 Print co
2. 3 Select Save The cut lengths defined here are offered in the selection boxes of the order configurations 4 20 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings User Interface 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e User interface Kodak Professional i siop User interface settings 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 30 o 0101 01 am English US system 01 01 01 EENI 0 e nno Mmo 3 018199 0 o m Cancel ruins ester ois sum O 2 Select the data for the user specific settings e Language German English French Italian Spanish Japanese etc e Keyboard for the input screen on the touch screen e Beep Touch on off Acoustic signal after a button has been touched Preview freq Movement frequency of the images in preview The fastest possible frequency is preset 3 seconds Measuring system Temperature Decimal sign and Separator Time and Date format After selection of the language the national standards are preset automatically Changes are possible Date and time appear in the indicated format in the timer settings and in the backprint a m p m If a 24 hour format is selected for the time display the buttons for the entry and selection of shortcuts for morning and afternoon a m p m cannot be used e Save Modifications become effective only after they have been saved
3. E Slide open Width Indicators Surface Indicators Paper Width 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 25inch 82 mm E O a oO 3 50 inch 89 mm E o E 3 75 inch 95 mm O E E m 4 00 inch 102 mm E E E Oo 4 75inch 120 mm m a Oo a GLOSSY gO 5 00 inch 127 mm a O Oo E MATTE EE 6 00 inch 152 mm E O o m CUSTOM1 Om 6 50 inch 165 mm O a E O CUSTOM2 OO 7 00 inch 178mm O a oO a 8 00 inch 203 mm O O E m 8 25inch 210 mm O a o m 8 50 inch 216 mm O O oO oO 10 0 inch 254 mm O O oO 11 0 inch 279 mm O o E 12 0 inch 305 mm E o NOTE The table shows the Kodak standard If required a different allocation of the switches to paper widths and surfaces can be defined Each switch combination can only be used once See Paper Configurations on Page 4 44 When the magazine is in place the system recognizes the paper width and the paper surface and offers the corresponding sizes in the print menus for selection KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Operator s Guide Defining Cut Lengths 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e Cut length Kodak Professional i Setting of cut lengths 20 m 102 mm 4 m 162 mm 07 02 02 18 16 Cut length mm New cut length Delete cut length 102 127 162 4R 210 D Save Cancel mne a O rar O i O iiaea O 2 Select New cut length Delete cut length to update the list of created cut lengths The range is 82 to 305 mm
4. OK Select film type T ovine OK Select type of e g config Single Select PpF e g OK Select back n print off 4 8 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings y Select index Adjust e g print off correction off off Select auto e g Select back save off off print off Select border e g new off 10 Adjust correction off Select auto save off e g Front print 1 Select exposure off i By File print from here other config menus Select FF Paper configuration off e g Prestige d 152 Select border new off Select exposure off e g Select FF 200 Paper length off Select FF Paper configuration off Select FF Fit image to adjust to paper KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 9 Operator s Guide Select FF Paper length off Select P Paper Fill print size to configuration off paper O Select FF adjust to Select P Paper length off Adjust shorter side O Adjust longer Select P Paper configuration off side O Select P Paper length off Select P adjust to save as save gt Enter name 4 10 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Settings Settings can only be modified if there is no paper in the transport of the printer and paper processor The Settings menu item is disabled as lo
5. 7 18 Paper Jam in the Lane Distributor cececeeceececeeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeseeetneeeeeeeees 7 19 Paper Jam between the Lane Distributor and Sheet Transfer 0 05 7 20 Paper Jam in the Paper Processor ccceseececceeeeeeeeeeeceeecaeeeeeeeeesecsnnaeeeeees 7 21 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 1 Operator s Guide 7 2 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions System Errors Avoiding Handling Errors CAUTION When shutting down the RP 30 Laser Printer always use the End of Work Shutdown function Never switch off the RP 30 Laser Printer with the main breaker because this may 1 Reduce the service life of the blue green laser considerably because the laser fan does not remain on to cool the laser 2 Cause problems with the main computer The operating system may need to be reinstalled 3 Cause paper jams if not all prints have exited the paper processor Error Messages Error messages can appear in two ways 1 In the Status line These are information or warning messages that do not need to be confirmed Work can continue in some cases but the required operations should be performed without delay for example refilling chemicals or emptying the effluent tank 2 In an Error pop up window The work process is stopped The error must be removed and confirmed by Clear For some system errors the pop up window disappears automatic
6. KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 21 Operator s Guide User Administrator Defining Users and User Rights Enter the settings under User interface first because they are needed for the user specific settings Any number of users can be defined but the following two are required e Administrator with user rights for all functions except service e Service with unlimited rights for all functions including service 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e User manager Kodak Professional User Admin Service German French Italian Spanish rma i O 2 Touch New The next screen opens Test 20 mE 102 mm 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 33 Back Pricing End of work 00 4 22 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Kodak Professional i 2 User manager 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 35 English Beep touch English English U8 ca QO Manual Autoprint Preview Reorder positioning Save Network o7 z File print orders Slide print Contigurat Sevens Machine Edit settings x Pricing Test Cancel omma same O i O o O imn Edit Select the user in the list and touch Edit to change the corresponding settings The next screen opens Password Repeat The password maximum four digits is defined for new users by double entry
7. 2 24 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview e An Info pop up appears to provide additional status information Kodak Professional i Info Printer MBL calibration active Current test print 11 47 18 AM gt 1 e A Query pop up appears to let you avoid potential problems can 000 20 m 102mm 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 48 Question Did you save the machine settings on external media If not the installation will be stopped u KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 25 Operator s Guide Input Screen When you must enter text numbers or special characters the Input screen opens Kodak Professional i 2 Enter name of back print config 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 2154 Backprint 1 Backprint 1 Q e The image of a keyboard includes national special characters in accordance with the selected keyboard allocation For the selection of the keyboard allocation see User Interface in Chapter 4 Touch a button to select the corresponding character e Typed characters appear in the blue field and in the button above the image of the keyboard to let you see how much of the text you enter will appear in the button when you select it from a drop down menu e The OK button is the means for you to terminate your entry and return to the previous menu 2 26 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Numeric Keypad
8. 6 Clean the light barriers with a brush or compressed air spray e Beginning of Line BOL 1 Start of exposure accessible from outside e Beginning of Page BOP 2 Paper tip detection W bA Ko A 8 9 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Operator s Guide 7 Open the belt assembly 8 Remove the paper dust with a vacuum cleaner 9 Close the belt assembly again IMPORTANT Make sure that the transport belts are not shifted 8 10 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Lane Distributor WARNING Be careful to avoid risk of injury caused by toothed belts that may run in the marked area The purpose of this procedure is to avoid transport problems 1 2 3 4 an Loosen the red locking screw 1 Pull out the unit on the telescopic rails Remove the paper dust with a vacuum cleaner Remove the guide plates after opening the quick action locks 2 and the knurled screws 3 Clean all guide plates with a damp cloth Put back the guide plates Check that they sit correctly in the holders and that the quick action locks are locked Clean the transport rollers Push in the unit and tighten the locking screw Vacuum the cabinet KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 11 Operator s Guide Sheet Transfer 1 oa RR Q After pulling the red latch 1 remove the cover 2 of the sheet transfer Hold the sheet transfe
9. Enter number 188 6 00in 186 12 01 in O9 17 02 15 19 Use the numeric keypad in the display to enter the desired number and touch OK to confirm Menu Bar The main menus are always accessible except when either a pop up window is open or the Help screen is open Menu buttons that appear gray indicate that the function is not available The structure of the menus is described in the next subsection Menu Overview KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 27 Operator s Guide Menu Overview Main Menus Kodak Professional i siop 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 18 20 bme O ss O i O i O isse O You can open the following main menus from the menu bar e Print mode e Settings e Test e End of work NOTE Pricing is not available Other screens are available by pressing i and e Status information e Help All menus and associated screens are outlined on the following pages 2 28 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Print Mode Menu Network order Change config Correction for the order configuration Save to file Show Enlarged vie mide configuration TOETAN Image editing print Corrections Network gS revew le Image editing Adjust image order print Crop remap file Digital Autoprint i without preview mage editing i Enter text Manual ps Saved orders positioning iA Select directory Special Text aw Special Border Save to f
10. RP 30 LASER PRINTER OPERATOR S GUIDE KS Operator s Guide KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer P N 6B7444 December 2002 Eastman Kodak Company 2002 All rights reserved Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without permission from Eastman Kodak Company Table of Contents Regulatory and Safety Information ccscccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeees iii Regulatory Compianto 0 0 eee EET RE A AEE AETR R iv Cautionary Symbols and Labels ccccccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeceeneeeeeeenaeeeeeeneeeeeeeaes iv Laser Compliance and Safety cccceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeteneeeeesieeeeeseeeeeeneeeeeeea v Safety Proc attionS eor a ORT ERA OREA viii Handling of Processing Chemicals eesseeseseecerrresrirresrrrrasrrnnesennneerinnnesrennas ix Warranty Ermat ma aa EA E R R xi Chapter 1 Introduction sssri susieina naaseda Vaas aiana eanan 1 1 Using the Documentatii serieren aE EET EAO RA 1 3 SAY PreCaUtlOmS miserior anA E IAAT TRE AATA 1 4 Storage of Chemicals and Paper sssessssreeerrrsssrrrnesesrneerinnesrennnsinenneaennneani 1 4 Chapter 2 OVervi W iciccccscsvessvccsenececveecesveccvceeexcesevenscxcesussaseveasevescvineresexcnsrss 2 1 GOmMponentS iruren en enaa atena oa ae are a a neta 2 3 Switching On the Equipment eccececceceeeeeeeeeeeceeeeeeeeeeseseteaeeeeeeeeneeees 2 10 Ead o WOPK eniin isthe A ieee eee ede tee 2 14 Operating Controls
11. 20 mG 102 mm 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 18 41 omna sume O 1 Select End of work in the menu bar 2 Touch Shutdown Kodak Professional i Shutdown 20 m 102 mm 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 24 Pricing End of work D Startup Information Automatic Startup of Date Time x on omna sas O a O ri O iiie 3 Change the start information in the display if necessary e Change Timer Change the date time for the next start in the opening screen e Next Login Select the user for the next switch on NOTE Changes to the start time and user are only valid for the next start Permanent changes are only possible by way of the equipment settings 2 16 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview 4 Perform the daily maintenance procedures see Daily Maintenance in Chapter 8 5 If unprocessed orders exist answer the query as to whether they should be saved Orders that are not saved are lost The equipment is now shut down and switched off Emergency Reset CAUTION The main circuit breaker is for emergency reset only If you switch off the printer with the main circuit breaker the laser cooling fan turns off and the service life of the laser is reduced if you do not immediately restore power If the computer is not responding and the printer cannot be switched off with eith
12. Here is some additional information about some of the parameters Print date time is printed for the formats selected under Machine settings User interface Color density corrections prints the corrections of the correction configuration plus the manual corrections Because of this data in the backprint exact reorders are possible The corrections are entered in the Production balance menu Digital is considered a basic balance for the File print mode Since these corrections have no effect on individual prints of the order they are not included in the backprint Because there are only five positions available in the backprint for corrections abbreviations are necessary for the values from 9 to 9 Correction 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 Jo 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Backprint G F JE D C IB JA IN 1 2 3 4 5 J6 7 8 9 The corrections are shown in sequence for e Color density corrections e Sharpness edges e Saturation e Sharpness grain e Detail contrast For example C 2 4 N 1 would indicate the following corrections e Color density 3 e Sharpness edges 2 e Saturation 4 e Sharpness grain 0 e Detail contrast 1 4 48 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Correction Configurations The options the RP 30 Laser Printer offers to improve the image can be combin
13. 3 Touch Save KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 25 Operator s Guide Calendar Defining Off Days 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e Startup e Edit calendar Kodak Professional i Calendar 20 mM 102mm 40m is2 mm O7 14 02 19 38 MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN 0000000 0000000 0000000 0000000 000 o BUBB Cancel sams O stm O r O i O iiae Select year month with the arrow keys Define off days for example company holidays e Black for workdays e Blue for off days Touch OK 4 26 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Installing the Software 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e Install software Kodak Professional i Install software 20m 102mm 40m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 48 Select Software PASSPORT INDEX STATISTIC SAVE Preversion PRICING Load CD install un e enssieon mm see 2 Touch Load CD 3 Touch Install Check if the settings were saved on an external data carrier If No the operation is stopped If Yes the input screen opens Enter the serial number The software is installed and enabled Then a new start is enforced w 4 Update the system software If the system does not function correctly afterwards restore the status before the update with the previous version KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 27 Operator s Gu
14. KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Preparation of the Print Configuration Settings Machine 4 I Settings Settings l B Paper Machine 4 surfaces 1 Settings eeenoeed n Define user Settings of cut lengths Perform MBL PBL with laser point Print settings KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 5 Operator s Guide Settings 1 Machine 4 1 Settings 8 d edit new gt ee Set change switch Change PFDF surface Set switch for cassette coding e g Switch 5 Swithe O Select e g PFDF fine grained surface Enter name e g fine grained new KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Select paper Set switch for width in mm cassette Set switch for cassette coding Settings of cut Return lengths 5 Select paper width in mm e g Swith1 O Switch 2 coding Switch 3 Switch 4 Save as Enter paper e g width in mm 152 Enter paper e g width in mm 200 Perform MBL PBL with laser point KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 7 Operator s Guide Select configuration Select film mask Select film type Select type of config Select film mask Select PpF Settings ee l Print settings edit new gt Select film mask e 9 Se Flie print
15. Validate the setting with OK or Cancel af ON Use Reset Crop to go back to the complete image information 6 22 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Image Improvement After touching Improvement modify the following parameters e Sharpness edges e Saturation e Sharpness grain e Detail contrast e Touch OK or Cancel to return to the preview images or the enlarged view See Correction Configurations in Chapter 4 The parameters are described there in detail Special Text 1 10 11 12 13 14 Touch Special The button is shown in the preview with four images and in the enlarged view Touch Text in the next screen Touch Enter text This opens a screen for text input Type your text select OK Touch Format text A new screen opens Select text color and font Select the font style a Touch B for bold I for italic and or U for underline b Touch the symbol for left justified centered or right justified Select the font size by touching the symbol for reducing or enlarging Touch OK to return to the Position text screen Define the Text position by touching the direction arrows Touch Place text to rotate the text in steps of 90 Touch OK The Special screen appears again Touch Border Enter the Width Touch Color and select a color in the next screen or create a new one modify the color components Touch OK The Special screen appears
16. An Old password of an existing user can be changed in the same way Language Keyboard Preview frequency Beep touch The entries made in the User interface are displayed see the previous page These general settings can be adjusted for each individual user NOTE The passwords entered for the system cannot be read or reset anywhere outside this menu If you forget your password the corresponding settings cannot be changed KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 23 Operator s Guide User rights The administrator can combine the user rights listed in the following table individually for each user in order to create a user profile Rights Button Description Print modes File print Image files of an order loaded from data carriers Preview File print with preview Network orders Network orders from a Workstation Settings Configurations Create modify order configurations including sub configurations Machine settings Change the settings Test Test MBL PBL Remote Save Only shown when the screen is opened using Edit Save as User name maximum 20 characters special characters not allowed po NeL Jee ge eS ee NOTE Modifications become effective only after the next user login 4 24 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Startup Defining the Start Time Standard User Timer 1 Touch e Settings e Ma
17. NAMe S escerai leeks sane le aeei ii anei i 4 12 Entering NUMDOS sarera tenaire E Laen AEEA A edie ee ae 4 13 Machine Settings eoira nena anO anea An ENIKA RANIO ANANA EEA anaa a Sana ak 4 14 Types OF Settings reier E Ne eh ete eet 4 14 G piguratoi ea a tae canada ie A 4 14 MaGHING zaroan n aA a a a eet 4 15 DehiMING SUTMACES ar aA ATIE TORT EOT OREI EOT 4 16 Defining Paper Seting Sarnen n aT R OOE ETO 4 17 Coding the Paper MagaZine a sasir tarara ana O RRA 4 19 Defining Cut LON Gt eorna ATR A TERE ORE TAT 4 20 User Imena E aan a A E T 4 21 User Administrator Defining Users and User Rights eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneene 4 22 Startup Defining the Start Time Standard User Timer 4 25 Calendar Defining Off DAYS seier rantan AER 4 26 Installing the SOPWALE sidari etie iani A TAA TERRE ARR 4 27 Punter Seunias aoei rna AOT AOA 4 28 Paper Processor Settings cjccc cide te dae ee ie lage eeu dhada ti nade cee tlie eeaaecdeenndedeiien 4 29 Setting the Replenishment Rates ccccccceeeeeesteeeeeeeeneeeeeteieeeeetneeeereaa 4 29 Replenishment Rates ccccccceeeesececceceeeeeeeeeeeneeceeeeeeeeeseunaeeeeeeeeeeeees 4 30 Production Balance Digital ce ececeeeceeeeee een eeeeeeeeeeeeesneeeeetneeeersneeeeerss 4 30 IMPACE sted len es ete ado vies es Maced ee ea 4 32 Sharpness Of EGES noraini intao onde Maia Atte vine ies 4 33 Saturation aei o elles dine eA ade hands Haneda idee tas eee 4 33 Sharpness of Grain
18. Red 2 300000 0 950000 Green 2 220000 1 000000 Blue 2 050000 0 910000 Select the desired paper from the drop down list and adjust the Max Density and Color Balance as needed Click Save and then Close The values shown above are for KODAK PROFESSIONAL Digital III Papers Different values will be required for new paper types as they are introduced Activate the box with Laser point Upon first calibration of a paper the PBL is automatically printed with laser point if the cassette code indicates that a paper is used for the first time KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 5 5 Operator s Guide Printing an MBL Test When it is necessary to print an MBL test follow these instructions Kodak Professional i siop 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 18 39 Service Remote service Maintenance Control strip Start MBL 0 0 000 Start PBL Start Piko ae a Touch Pricing O e Test e Start MBL An Info screen opens during the test If the master paper is not inserted when an MBL is started you are prompted to insert the master paper You can use the Settings menu see Chapter 4 to set up how often the automatic MBL should be repeated if the values continue to be out of tolerance after retries The number of retries can be from 1 to 10 5 6 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Tests Procedure for the Firs
19. Transport Unit 1 Unlock the transport unit and pull it out on the telescopic rails Open the transport unit Remove the paper dust with a vacuum cleaner Clean the sensors with a brush Clean the transport rollers oa F WN Push in the transport unit and lock it 8 6 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Single Sheet Buffer and Sheet Bridge 1 Unlock the transport unit and pull it out on the telescopic rails 2 Pull up the quick action lock 1 Pull the cover plate of the single sheet buffer slightly to the front and remove it Hold the sheet bridge on the left side and fold it open to the right 4 Remove the paper dust with a vacuum cleaner Set the sheet bridge back to its initial position 3 and snap it into the locked position 6 Push the cover plate of the single sheet buffer SR into the holding brackets 2 at the back and fasten it at the front by snapping in the quick action lock 7 Push in the transport unit and lock it KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 7 Operator s Guide Print Engine 1 Open the locking mechanism 1 of the print engine 2 Pull out the print engine 2 on the telescopic rails 3 Press down the toggle on guide plate 1 press up on guide plate 2 and remove the two guide plates 4 Remove the paper dust with a vacuum cleaner Insert both guide plates again 8 8 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance
20. e CD Internet Upload Normal If one or more of these fields is selected the stored image files in the corresponding order file are marked This marking allows an automatic further processing of the files by way of the programs connected with the PDM such as writing to a CD 3 Select Save or Save as 4 54 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Front Print Configurations Front print configurations let you expose free text on the front of the print 1 Touch e Settings e Print configurations e Front print e New or Edit Kodak Professional Front print configuration FRONTPRINT1 Font jJ Top left comer Free text d France 2001 Print mode Settings Test Font colour Font colour Background colour _ Background colour Pricing 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 1402 21 46 Save as wa eum 2 Select Font Size and Position 3 Touch Font color or Background color KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Operator s Guide Kodak Professional i Select colour 20 m 102 mm _40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 36 0000000 3 000000 on 0000000 d 0000 000000 000000 A O EO A Eaa 4 Select the color and press OK or Select the color and press New Modify the red green blue color pa
21. production balance communication with other equipment remote orders Definition of paper widths and surfaces and Cut lengths corresponding coding of the paper magazines definition of cut lengths Machine Settings Machine settings User interface Printer MBL retries Paper Processor replenishment rates Productions balance digital Network orders Creating a user with password language user rights Settings Machine settings User manager Creating sub configurations Settings Print configurations Paper Backprint Correction Autosave Front print Combining sub configurations to order configurations Single Package Settings Print configurations Order Creating a backup copy of the settings and configurations Settings Save settings KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Operator s Guide Operator Operator actions Logon preparing the equipment test and order editing User Logon Button or Action Shutdown Change user Select a name for the operator Enter the Password Touch Login Preparing the RP 30 Laser Printer for an order Prepare paper magazines insert paper code magazine and insert them Testing the paper and the equipment Test IMPORTANT Use MBL paper for the 1st PBL PBL MBL Order handling Print modes with preview or Network order with preview and image edition File print only for File print
22. 0 00 min Temperatures DEV BX STB DRY Measurement MAPS 390 C 374 C t6 0 C Back Target 0 C 30 C 37 0 C 5 0 C The Info Paper Processor screen is a graphic representation of the solution tanks and the dryer and shows the number of prints currently in the processor This screen displays e Order numbers for the orders in the paper processor e Time remaining until the last print is exited e Nominal and actual temperatures of the solutions and the dryer When an error occurs the corresponding component of the paper processor is shown in red To return to the main Info screen touch Back 2 36 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Info Order Kodak Professional i Info Order 20 m 102mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 22 06 Type of order No of orders Unfinished APS reord Network restoring Backup 1 The Info Order screen displays the number of orders not yet printed including network orders and orders stored for file prints backup To return to the main Info screen touch Back KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 37 Operator s Guide Version Info Kodak Professional Version Info MAIN PACKAGE GabbaGabba hey pate SCS VipsinterfaceDLL 104 Serial number Scanner na Printer na Paper Processor na Licence ID WIT WW RABS The Version Info screen shows 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 22 08 Firmware Modules Version filmdr
23. L KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 3 5 Operator s Guide Bleach Fix You can mix the working bleach fix tank directly from the two part concentrates Use two EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 75 units to supply the two bottles of each of the two concentrate solutions CAUTION Be careful to avoid contamination of the developer with bleach fix Add 12 7 L water to the tank Add the entire contents of two bottles of bleach fix concentrate Part A labeled BX A Add the entire contents of two bottles of bleach fix concentrate Part B labeled BX B The total volume in the tank is 18 0 L Developer IMPORTANT To obtain good performance it is important to take special care in mixing the developer tank Add 15 9 L water to the tank Slowly add the entire contents of two bottles of developer concentrate labeled CD Add 900 mL EKTACOLOR RA Developer Starter CAT No 102 6681 The total volume in the tank is 18 5 L Inserting the Chemical Filters Take the chemical filters out of the accessory pack Rinse the filters in water to remove loose fibers and attach the filters to the holders Put them in the appropriate tanks corresponding to the colored stickers It may be necessary to turn the filter rods slightly so that the filters sit correctly 3 6 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chemicals Installing the Racks and Bringing the Tank Solutions to Temperature When you fill the tanks
24. Laser Printer Production Saving Digital Orders 1 Touch Save order 2 Enter the name in the next screen and Save NOTE Orders that you print immediately and do not save explicitly are automatically stored in a backup directory on the hard disk This lets you later edit frames of a finished order without much additional work composing the image files again from the data carriers directories If required you can print again When the memory is full you must manually delete backup files that are no longer needed Loading Saved Digital Orders 1 Touch Saved orders in the File print screen 2 Check the orders that are not needed any more in the next screen Mark them and Delete 3 Select the order to be edited and Load Return to the File print screen All files belonging to the loaded order are listed in the selection list 4 Add all files to transfer the complete order to the selection list 5 If necessary touch the current configuration and select a different configuration from the list or Change configuration for this order 6 If necessary change the order number 7 Activate deactivate dTFS 8 Activate deactivate Preview KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 19 Operator s Guide Printing File Prints without Preview With preview deactivated the image files are printed without any other operator intervention because everything has been preset and automated There are no operations in
25. Open the cover 2 Open the rack locking lever KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 21 Operator s Guide CAUTION Chemical splashes may stain the covers Use the splash guard 1 or remove splashes immediately with water 3 Remove the CD Color Developer feed unit the tank crossovers and the squeegee unit 4 The CD solution must not be contaminated by bleach fix Therefore put the splash guard 2 on the CD rack 5 Open the rack locks Lift the racks SB1 to SB4 and let the chemical solution drip from the racks 6 Lift the BX bleach fix rack far enough so that the hinged holding plate can rest on the metal bracket to let the chemical solution drip from the rack 7 22 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chapter 8 Maintenance Contents Maintenance Schedule and Maintenance Intervals cccsssseeeeseeteeeeeeeeeeeenees 8 3 Daily Maintenance cccccssscceceeseeeeeeeeenseeeseeneeeeseneeenseeneesesseeneeeaseeneeeaseeneesasesneeenees 8 4 Performing a Process Control for the Paper Processor 8 4 Weekly Maintenance ccccccssseceseseeeeeeesneeeeeesneeeeeeseeseseseaeseseseeaeeeseseaeeeeeseanseeseeaes 8 6 Removing Paper Dust from the Printer Sections 00 0 eeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenteeeeeees 8 6 Transport UNI aiet tea ee a Aea ee aa ea da E aa eE wee Saeed 8 6 Single Sheet Buffer and Sheet Bridge 0 ccceeceeeeeeeeneeeeeeseeeeeeeeseeeeeeaes 8 7 PrintiEngines 5 ian R a te WAG t
26. Orders Settings in Chapter 4 The individual images of the order can be edited on the equipment and printed immediately Or the selection list can be saved and printed later 1 Open e Print mode e File print When the screen is opened the defined standard configuration is automatically set Touch the appropriate drive symbol e Floppy disk e DVD CD ROM e Zip e Folder of a workstation e PCMCIA If required select the directory and the sub directory Transfer the files in the current sub directory to the previous screen with OK The files available on the selected drive directory are displayed Select the files a Add all double arrow or mark single frames and add arrow All files or individual files can be removed again from the selection list b To enter all image files of an order in the selection list select other media directories one after the other and add the desired files if any If files with the same name are included in the list they are numbered continuously for example tower tower 2 tower 3 Touch Start print or Save order The order can be printed at once with or without preview or it can be saved and handled at a later time Also see the following sections e Saving Digital Orders on Page 6 19 e Loading Saved Digital Orders File Prints on Page 6 19 e Printing File Prints without Preview on Page 6 20 e Printing File Prints with Preview on Page 6 21 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30
27. RP 30 Laser Printer 5 7 Operator s Guide Daily Calibration With the MBL The MBL should be printed directly after system start as soon as the chemicals have reached their nominal temperatures and should be repeated once or twice during the day For an MBL the master paper must always be inserted If an Auto MBL is to be printed after system start the master paper must be inserted the night before The MBL calibrates the master paper again and all other paper styles are adapted according to the master correction In the following print operation the MBL is the means to keeping the production stable and uniform This provides consistent every day compensation for chemical fluctuations and or changes in the paper process e Before running a PBL on a paper for example because of a new emulsion perform an MBL on the master paper In other words only print a PBL ina calibrated system e Perform an MBL with the old emulsion if the emulsion is still available e f there were changes in the master paper emulsion run a PBL without laser point Daily Calibration Without the MBL NOTE Daily calibration without the MBL is the exception For the respective paper that is needed a PBL is printed or repeated if necessary This can always be a PBL without new laser point calibration with the exception of the first time Daily calibration without the MBL is possible e When using paper styles at the same time which are quite di
28. a a For more information see e Automatic Switch On on Page 2 10 e Reset with the ON Button or Stop Button on the Screen in Chapter 7 2 18 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Touch screen Monitor The operation of the equipment is menu driven by a touch screen monitor You activate the functions by touching the touch sensitive buttons on the screen Specifications e 15 inch LCD screen e SVGA resolution 1024 x 768 pixels e Screen refresh frequency gt 75 Hz For more information see Screen Structure on Page 2 20 Touch sensitive Buttons on Page 2 23 and Menu Overview on Page 2 27 Keyboard and Mouse You can connect a standard keyboard and mouse on the left panel and use them as an alternative to the touch screen monitor to select and activate the buttons in the menus KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 19 Operator s Guide Screen Structure Kodak Professional Autoprint with preview File print NOTE This operator s guide refers to the touch sensitive fields of the touch screen monitor as buttons The screen is divided into different areas Information area Fixed buttons i and Stop Status line Active screen Buttons Pop up window if available not shown in the above example 7 Menu bar with five main menus oar wn The areas 1 2 3 and 7 are always displayed However the menu bar 7 cannot always be used When certain errors occur it is d
29. and corrugated material in your recycling bin Follow all material preparation instructions from the recycler If local recycling is not an option dispose of the empty bottles and the package with your normal solid waste Assistance from Kodak For more information on waste management and recycling visit www kodak com go kes KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer ix Operator s Guide Safety Precautions for the Handling of Chemicals WARNING Be certain to follow these guidelines for the safe handling of chemicals in the equipment working area General Guidelines e Be sure that all persons operating the equipment have a complete set of instructions for the handling of dangerous substances e Be sure that all persons operating the equipment have training on the handling of dangerous substances at least once a year e Check for sufficient room ventilation in the working area The air should be exchanged at least eight to ten times per hour Skin and Eye Protection Photographic solutions contain substances that may irritate the skin the mucous membranes or the eyes They may also cause allergic skin reactions For all procedures where photographic processing solutions may splash for example preparing and filling in chemical solutions or cleaning processing racks follow these guidelines e Avoid skin contact especially with developer solutions e Wear protective gloves and change them every day if possible It may b
30. and make a selection e Start interrupt or stop an action e Select the desired configurations images and text in displayed selection windows e Perform tests by way of the keyboard shown on the screen All screens and associated buttons are explained in detail in this guide Additionally the online help feature which you initiate when you press provides a detailed explanation for each screen Drop down Menus When you touch a button that lets you make a selection a drop down menu opens If there are more entries than the display can show arrow keys appear for scrolling For example when you select a paper width configuration a drop down menu appears with all configurations that you can select for the inserted paper width KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 23 Operator s Guide mm 40 m 22 35 Load files File print 152x114_Fill 152x114 Fill 162x102_Fit Repro_1 m O sso O e O ii O ia O 1 Select the desired configuration from the list 2 Touch OK Pop up Windows Pop up windows open on the active screen if you must make a confirmation or perform an action e A Reset pop up appears when you must execute a reset to resolve an error e An Error pop up appears when either incorrect or inconsistent entries or system errors occur You must remove these errors before work can continue Kodak Professional 2 nm 07 14 02 21 46 e A Warning pop up appears if a risk of data loss occurs
31. automatic printing that require a lot of computing time e Changing to the print mode with preview is not possible e Other actions on the main computer for example access to digital images are not possible 1 Touch Start print The digital order is printed automatically During this time the next order can be prepared 2 Touch Finish order Manual end of order is only required if the function Automatic order end is deactivated see Machine Settings Other settings in Chapter 4 3 Touch Prepare order The screen to load image files from data media or stored orders is displayed again NOTE It is not possible to switch to file print with preview while an order is running 4 After printing a Pack the prints and data medium if requested in an order envelope b Take the prints from the sorter c Take the data medium from the drive DVD CD ROM Zip 6 20 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Printing File Prints with Preview With preview active a large number of functions are offered for image correction and image enhancement The edited images can be saved on data carriers 1 Touch Start print Up to four images are shown at the same time The corrections of the selected configuration are taken into consideration You can modify these corrections for each individual image in the display Information about the current configuration is shown on the side of the buttons Because of capacity limit
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33. in the error list touch the message to display the complete text below the error list e To delete the message from the list mark the message and touch Remove selection e Touch Back to return to the Info screen The error list and error removal are described in Chapter 7 Correcting System Conditions KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 39 Operator s Guide Help You can access Help from every screen that has a in the information area see Screen Structure on Page 2 20 NOTE For operations requiring significant computing time the Help window is not displayed immediately A pop up window opens with the following options e Waiting or e Cancel Help text displays for the screen in which you touched The display includes links to the Help texts To go to the relevant section in the Help text touch the area concerned such as the button field or list Touch A to go back Other buttons are provided on the right side of the Help window e Help Index Touch a key word in the alphabetic listing to see the associated Help text e Error Help Index This index is an alphabetic listing of the error messages e Documentation Touch this button to view the Operator s Guide e Touch Close to return to the screen where you touched NOTE In the Help window i and Stop are accessible however the menu bar is not accessible 2 40 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chapter 3 Chemicals Conte
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36. of the package and push the core through the roll 3 Put the paper in the magazine and observe the winding direction see the figure below 4 Pull the leading paper edge through the two brackets on the magazine outlet Pull the paper slightly out of the magazine Hold the paper with one hand and close the magazine with the other hand IMPORTANT Avoid fogging of the leading paper edge 6 Rewind the paper after closing the magazine by rotating one of the gears on the side of the magazine opening until the magazine latch locks KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 5 Operator s Guide Coding the Paper Magazine Set the paper magazine coding to the desired paper width and surface as indicated on the sticker The coding is defined in the table below Oo Slide closed a Slide open Width Indicators Surface Indicators Paper Width 1 2 3 4 5 6 3 25 inch 82 mm a Oo a O 3 50 inch 89 mm oO a E 3 75inch 95 mm m E E E 4 00 inch 102 mm a a E m 4 75inch 120 mm a E m E GLOSSY 0 5 00 inch 127 mm E o o E MATTE n 6 00 inch 152 mm a o O o CUSTOM1 Om 6 50 inch 165 mm oO a E Oo CUSTOM2 OO 7 00 inch 178mm Oo a Oo E 8 00 inch 203 mm oO Oo E E 8 25inch 210 mm o E o o 8 50 inch 216 mm O O Oo oO 10 0 inch 254mm o O Oo E 11 0 inch 279 mm O o a 12 0inch 305mm a a oO NOTE The table shows the Kodak standard If
37. preview is pressed load image data from data carrier Enter a number If the number already exists you receive an inquiry as to whether to overwrite the order The number you enter is incremented for each order that follows Automatic Order Number The first order always starts with 1 The entered number is automatically incremented for each order that follows The number cannot be changed KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 9 Operator s Guide End of Order Automatic Manual The orders are completed by end of order The sorter moves so that the prints are separated in the trays according to the orders If an image file is loaded after order end this new order receives a new order number either automatically or manually Exceptions e The sorter moves on without an end of order if an order exceeds the capacity of one bucket e Splices in the paper rolls are cut separately and the respective pieces of paper are deposited in the print order stack An automatic end of order occurs e When you change to another print mode e When the film Stop key on the screen is touched Touch the End of order button to initiate a manual end of order KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Print Modes With the RP 30 Laser Printer you will use one of two print modes Kodak Professional i 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 18 38 Slide Network order File print m Manual pam posit
38. print including free text correction autosave front print IX240 and selection of type of adjustment For package configurations index layout autosave back print including free text 6 16 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production If Change configuration is opened after Stop button in the print modes with preview or in the enlarged view of an image the modifications only hold for the current image Selection of another matching configuration No modification is available for print size or backprint settings Return to the initial screen by touching OK or Cancel Selecting a Different Configuration 1 Touch the indicated configuration The order configurations printable on the inserted paper are marked in the list by an AP marks the package configurations 2 Select the desired configuration from the list 3 Touch OK Changing the Order Number You can change the order number only if Manual order number has been selected under Machine settings Other settings 1 Touch the Change Button 2 Enter the desired order number by way of the numeric keypad in the display and confirm with OK KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 17 Operator s Guide Loading Image Files from Data Carriers Image files loaded from data carriers are combined in an order The image files can be loaded from data carriers or from a shared folder in a workstation connected to the equipment See Digital
39. print size The quality of the prints depends on the relationship between resolution and print size The minimum acceptable resolution is approximately 100 pixels per cm 200 pixels per inch IMPORTANT For images created with Adobe Photoshop e Save files in tif bmp or jpg formats e Use a Gamma value of 1 8 e Convert CMYK additive colors to RGB subtractive KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production dTFS The dTFS function is used to compensate for the different characteristics of digital cameras for example to correct color casts analog to negative film Activate this function only if at least five exposures were made with the same camera The exposures are combined in a series similar to film and the dTFS determines the color and density corrections for every image The gray condition does NOT apply 100 100 100 must no longer result in a gray print Gray condition In contrast to negatives the image files have an absolute color allocation 0 0 0 black 100 100 100 gray 255 255 255 white 255 0 0 extreme blue etc Deactivate dTFS the respective information should be recorded at order input for e Manipulated artificially modified digital exposures e Images created with graphic programs e Images with unknown type of creation e Images taken with different cameras e Images with real white areas for example business cards e Orders with less than 5 frames Activate dTFS fo
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41. status as it was before the ON button was pressed 7 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions Error Handling General 1 Remove errors if the cause is known 2 Touch Clear if this button is shown 3 If required touch the Stop button on the screen wait until the paper transport of the printer is empty and touch Yes to initiate a reset The screen remains gray during the reset procedure The duration is approximately 3 minutes 4 Ifthe message Reset successful appears the work can be continued If not other actions must be taken Unresolved Errors 1 Touch the i button to open the error list All error messages shown in the status line are saved The list shows the error messages along with the date and time of occurrence 2 Ifan error in the paper processor has not been removed mark the error message and touch Cancel selection 3 Messages of the printer mainly refer to paper that must be removed Remove the paper 4 Deactivate Show all errors so that only active errors are displayed Remove and delete all active errors from the list with Cancel selection 5 Ifthe system still does not perform a reset automatically exit the error list and touch Stop to reset the system manually 6 Ifthe reset is unsuccessful open one of the two front doors This makes all relevant error messages visible again The large error pop up windows are displayed again 7 Ifthe loop constantl
42. switched off by way of the main circuit breaker e The supply voltages have not been interrupted such as by fuses or circuit breakers or by a power failure Automatic Switch On To prepare the equipment to start automatically by way of the timer set the timer to workdays starting times and off days according to the instructions provided in Startup Defining the Start Time the Standard User Timer in Chapter 4 2 10 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Manual Switch On 1 Switch on the main circuit breaker 1 2 Press the ON button 2 if necessary The ground fault interrupter GFI switch below the main circuit breaker always remains on KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Operator s Guide System Start After automatic or manual switch on the equipment heats the solutions and the dryer to nominal temperatures During this phase the monitor displays e The progress of the startup heating up in percent e The remaining time until the machine is ready to operate e Any error messages e The Stop button to shut down the equipment correctly any time during the start up process The equipment is ready for operation after the solutions and the dryer have reached nominal temperatures Readiness for Operation User Login After the equipment has been switched on and heated up the Login screen appears where you enter y
43. the bracket with the feed roller set on the rack 9 Check the smooth movement of the rack by turning the handle 4 see previous Figure 10 Push the dryer rack in the dryer cabinet and fasten it with the knurled screw 11 Put back the covers Turn the locks through 90 push them in up to the locking point KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 31 Operator s Guide Cleaning the Paper Cleaning Replacing the Air Filters NOTE The filter with holder is mounted on the fan that is next to the densitometer Access after opening the flap on the paper outlet 1 Remove the front cover of the paper outlet 1 Loosen the screw 2 2 1 i E S Remove the holder 1 from the fan housing Wash the filter mat if it is not very dirty Replace very dirty air filters GO RO UN Put the filter in the holder and insert the holder again 8 32 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Guide with the Feed Chute 1 Unscrew 1 the guide plate 2 and lift it with the feed chute out of the supporting brackets 2 Wipe the rear guide plate and the removed plate with a damp lint free cloth 3 Put the guide plate in the supporting brackets push it down and fasten it 1 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 33 Operator s Guide Cleaning the Rubber Transport Belts CAUTION Only clean the rubber transport belts and the rollers in the paper outlet un
44. the system to modify the colors density for the whole production It is effective for all color density corrections i e in all screens with regulators for yellow magenta cyan and density These corrections do not show in the backprint IMPORTANT The correction effect should only be changed once in order to adjust the fine grading or the extent of the correction to personal requirements Seasonal changes color dominant greens and whites should be compensated only by the corrections themselves not by the correction effect Shifting all 3 colors by the same extent and in the same direction has no effect 4 32 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Sharpness of Edges Kodak Professional i siop Digital production Balance 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 41 J o Sharpn edges MU Sharpn grain 0 Detail contrast Yellow O lon amp 0 Density 0000 m O mna i O rar O i O irise O This parameter is used for the correction of light dark transition along edges such as a window in a building e Shifting towards The light dark transition is emphasized the edge appears sharper e Shifting towards The edge appears softer The impression of sharpness depends on the print size and the paper surface a special correction configuration should be set up for each print format and surface e Sharpening Only effective if there is
45. to the main computer 2 Printer prepares and transports the paper size to be printed and uses a laser to print the digital image on paper 3 Paper processor includes a connected sorter and a deposit tray for the prints KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 3 Operator s Guide ie j G i 1 Print engine with laser fiber and laser module 2 Touch screen monitor Main computer 4 Wet section with racks crossovers and chemical filters 5 Paper outlet with integrated densitometer Dryer Order sorter iy i x ASKOK Main switch ground fault indicator GFI switch Drain valves for the chemical overflow Right hand paper magazine Lane distributor Transport unit Left hand paper magazine 2 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Product Description The RP 30 Laser Printer provides convenient and quick printing of digital images The image files are transferred to the RP 30 Laser Printer from either e Network workstation or e Data carriers diskette ZIP disk CD ROM or Smart Media card by way of PCMCIA adapter NOTE It is the customer s responsibility to provide for a network and or a workstation and to provide for its connection Image Editing The RP 30 Laser Printer offers a variety of image editing options e Color and density corrections e Cropping e Image enhancement area and detail contrast sharpness s
46. unit towards you Open the levers 2 and hold against the unit as the bottom part of the transport releases Pull the flap 3 up and slowly lower the bottom part CAUTION When you return the flap 3 to the operating position it must be flush to the side of the transport before you close the lever 2 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 11 Operator s Guide 5 Remove the jammed paper from the paper transport Paper Transport at the Top With the print engine pulled out the locking mechanism opened and transport unit pulled out 1 Lift the top guide plate on the shafts marked red and fold it up 2 Remove the jammed paper from the top paper transport Al ON LEAN KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions Sheet Bridge to Transport Unit With the print engine pulled out the locking mechanism opened and transport unit pulled out 1 Open the guide plate for the sheet transport and remove the paper KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 13 Operator s Guide Transfer Takeover Sections between Transport Unit and Print Engine Always pull out the print engine first 1 Open the left hand side door 2 Actuate the two levers 1 and open the locking mechanism 3 Pull out the print engine 2 completely For paper jammed in the print engine 1 Remove the guide plate at the top 1 and or the bottom 2 pres
47. 1 50 File print C Select order configuration 162x114 Fill 8 162x102_Fit s Package P Q New w omme ea li O i O isie The configuration types are identified in the list by letters S Single P Package R Reproduction The standard configuration is always shown in the first line in all configuration lists Black and White and Sepia Prints Automatic conversion of color information in the original to black and white or sepia is not possible The original file must be converted outside the RP 30 Laser Printer using Photoshop or a comparable program 4 62 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Defining a Configuration as the Standard Configuration One of the previously created Single and Package order configurations can be defined as the Standard configuration This standard configuration is shown at the top of the configuration list and is used automatically e After the start e After changing the print mode Kodak Professional i Order configuration Package 20 m 102mm 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 46 Package Film mask Select configuration Selected configurations PpF File print 162x114 Fill 152x114 _Fill 1 amah i 482x102_Fit d File print Contig type Package k Save cue sent ons m e O rr O i Oie Activate Standard in the desired configuration near the bottom of the screen Autosave
48. 14 02 21 24 Digital Backprints Choose BACKPRINTT Back Pricing Exit 00 00 m e O i 2 Select File print from Filmmask 4 46 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Kodak Professional i 2 Backprint Configuration 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 25 BACKPRINT1 Primma N Digital Backprints Choose Length Sort Selected Order Number 3 File Name 2 Number of Print 3 Print Date 8 Corrections 8 Print Time 6 om oO Save Crop Location 7 in g Save As Presto N holiday austria 1 bmp 12 31 02 12 59 EAA AEA AAAA 4 Caneel Printmode Settings Tost Pricing Exit Here the meaning of the term Film mask is image source For the RP 30 Laser Printer the image source File print is fixed and cannot be changed 3 Create backprint text with a combination of the machine generated parameters and additional operator comments a Add gt or Remove parameters b If Free text was selected touch the field of the same name and enter the text The preview of the backprint text and the indication about still available blanks are constantly updated 4 Sort the selection list with the arrow keys Mwb This determines the order in the backprint text 5 Select Save or Save as If the total length of 80 characters is exceeded a message is displayed KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 47 Operator s Guide
49. 8019 8 gt x 577 21 6 x 176 835 6297 883 5910 10 x 288 25 4 x 88 898 7034 107 0523 191 6816 10 x 577 25 4 x 176 831 0930 838 3432 866 7743 11 x 288 27 9 x 88 846 6740 864 9865 109 2105 11 x 577 27 9 x 176 870 5204 823 1730 832 1770 12 x 288 30 5 x 88 171 5127 192 2434 Zini mMm Zini mMm Zin mMm zZz n m Zin m mn m Zin zin m zin m mn m zim zini m mnm 800 5670 8 40 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Rochester New York 14653 U S A Kodak and Kodak Professional are trademarks of Eastman Kodak Company eo Eastman Kodak Company 2002 Printed in U S A _ B a a _ m Se EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Kodak Professional Division eee eN Eastman Kodak goiprotes 2002 TM Kodak Kodak Professional P N 6B7444
50. AL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions Paper Jam in the Lane Distributor 1 Open the right hand printer door Open the locking fastening screw and pull the lane distributor out towards you Pull each of the two push buttons 1 to open them Remove the guide plates OV oO IN Remove the paper KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 19 Operator s Guide Paper Jam between the Lane Distributor and Sheet Transfer 1 Remove the red fastening screw 1 Remove the cover 2 Hold the sheet transfer by the handle 3 Lift and remove the sheet transfer Remove the paper Verify that all belts are positioned correctly oa F ON Mount the unit again Be careful of the two locking bolts 4 on the right hand side wall CAUTION If the paper is damaged torn squeezed when it is pulled out mechanical damage cannot be ruled out 7 20 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions Paper Jam in the Paper Processor WARNING Risk of injury is possible if the wet section cover is unlocked unintentionally when PUSH is pressed e When opening the cover Check that the cover lock fully engages in vertical position e When closing the cover Support the cover with one hand Press the unlocking lever PUSH and close the cover e Wear protective gloves and goggles when removing jams in the paper processor Pull out the racks to remove the jammed paper 1
51. AOTA 5 9 Calibration of New Paper Emulsion Changes Master Paper 5 9 Completion of the New Calibration 0 cccccccecseccececeeeeeeecenecaeceeeeeeeeeesnaeees 5 9 Testing the Paper ProCeSSot ccssscccsssenceeeseeeeeeeeeenseeeeseeeseseseeeseeeseanseseseenseeeeeaes 5 10 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 5 1 Operator s Guide 5 2 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Tests Introduction Before the start of production the printer and paper processor must be carefully calibrated to produce only the highest quality prints The purpose of the printer calibration is to align the individual elements of the KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer print engine paper and paper processor with respect to each other The result of a successful calibration is the neutral appearance of the grayscale on the last test print You can perform tests for the RP 30 Laser Printer before or during production For example a Paper Balance PBL test is required when paper with a new emulsion number is inserted This chapter provides details about these tests Printer Tests Overview MBL The Master Balance MBL is the means to keep the production stable and uniform This provides consistent every day compensation for chemical fluctuations and or changes in the paper process The MBL is printed on the master paper which is the paper that is used most frequently in the lab The MBL then calibrates
52. DAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Preparing the Equipment for Different Orders Preparing the Paper Magazine Paper widths in the paper magazines are 216 to 305 mm 3 25 to 12 in The paper magazine must be adjusted to the paper width in use to ensure correct paper transport in the paper magazine 1 Open the empty magazine and remove the core 2 Remove the screw for the paper guide holder with a Phillips screwdriver 3 Insert the four fingers of the paper guides in the notches corresponding to the paper width Check that all four fingers are in the correct notch oo ho N i y oh Ngo go N OO NN ONAY i nooo AN 00N OF eere rre rO0o OOOr reo rer AN i i i i i on ro NA KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 3 Operator s Guide 4 Loosen the guide screws on the magazine exit 5 Move the guides to the correct width 6 Adjust the guides in the other section of the magazine in the same way NOTE If several paper types are used we recommend preparing several magazines for each paper width 6 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Putting Paper in the Magazine Photographic paper must always be stored in a cool and dry place The best storage temperature is 2 10 C 36 50 F 1 Take the paper out of the cool storage at least 24 hours before use so that any condensation on the paper dries 2 Inthe darkroom take the paper roll out
53. Do not open the drain valves in the vertical position on the right side They are used to empty the processing tanks CD BX and SB1 to SB4 for example when a completely new tank preparation has to be filled into single or all tanks e Check the pan 2 If it is full although the customer emptied the tanks always in time a technician must be called The hose systems could be defective 8 38 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Consumables Chemicals Air Filters Other Consumables Chemicals CAT No KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing 528 3345 Cartridge 75 KODAK EKTACOLOR RA Developer 102 6681 Starter Air Filter CAT No Annual Air Filter Kit 849 3678 Consumable CAT No Chemical Filters 113 3453 Backprinter Cartridges 826 0739 KODAK PROFESSIONAL Pro 129 8587 Strips for Process RA 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Operator s Guide KODAK PROFESSIONAL Digital Ill Paper Rolls in x ft Rolls cm xm Surface Catalog No 3 lo x 577 8 9x 176 871 5989 896 8570 4x577 10 2 x 176 892 4664 180 0036 855 1392 5x577 12 7 x 176 855 6276 115 3006 6 x577 15 2 x 176 178 8710 178 3380 8 x 262 20 3 x 88 828 5041 802 9134 860 6014 8 x577 20 3 x 176 886 1064 889 7290 804 3499 8 4 x 262 21 x 80 894 0223 895
54. IONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Introduction Using the Documentation Structure This Operator s Guide contains information about Safety precautions Machine settings Print configurations Production Maintenance Text Styles In this guide bold print indicates screen or button designations Examples Touch OK to validate the displayed text and close the Input screen Touch Network print to process network orders Italic print indicates cross references Example Also see the paragraphs under Safety Precautions on the following page Notices The following notices are used in this manual and on equipment labels NOTE Contains parenthetical information only material This is the least urgent type of notice IMPORTANT Contains information essential to correct operation of the equipment CAUTION Indicates the potential for damage to or from the equipment WARNING Indicates the potential for injury to persons operating the equipment DANGER INDICATES THE POTENTIAL FOR SEVERE INJURY TO PERSONS OPERATING THE EQUIPMENT KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 1 3 Operator s Guide Safety Precautions See the Regulatory and Safety Information in the front of this guide for details about e Electrical precautions e Operation of the equipment e Disposal of the equipment e Handling and storage of processing chemicals e Laser safety Follow all safety regulations wa
55. Photoshop or shots artificially falsified The image files of an order are printed without the automatic image improvement and without image size adaptation so that the prints correspond precisely to the original If there is a difference between image and print size the result will be a border or loss of image information Print without The configuration cannot be changed The image is printed in the preview middle of a large size 400 dpi for applications such as CD inlays Using Autosave to Save Processed Images without Printing To save image files without printing use the order configuration including autosave configurations All image files of a file print order are stored on the defined local or external drive or sent to the server PC for further processing 1 Select the order configuration with the required autosave configuration storage method 2 Set the number of prints to zero Black and White or Sepia Prints Automatic conversion of color information in the original to black and white or sepia is not possible You must convert the image file externally using a PC and a program such as Photoshop KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 15 Operator s Guide Changing the Configuration and the Order Number Displaying the Current Configuration Touch Show configuration Kodak Professional amp Show configuration 20m 102mm 40m Ois2 mm 07 14 02 22 32 162x114 Fill AUTOSAVE1 Correction Off Fil
56. PpF number of prints per frame The default value is 1 Enter the Border size from 4 to 60 mm or 0 for borderless variable One side of the digital image is adjusted to the paper width either the shorter side or the longer side 8 Select Save or Save as KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Operator s Guide Creating a Package Configuration You can use any combination of order configurations If a configuration with more than two paper widths is used for printing you may be asked to change the paper magazine Kodak Professional i 2 s op Order configuration Package 20 m 102mm _ 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 46 Package Filmmask N Select configuration Selected configurations PpF File print 152x114 Fill 152x114_Fill 1 s2rt02 Fit File print Package J ona cusmr Change PpF Save Back print on Save as Autosave l Standard hone ian 1 Select Film mask and Film type In the RP 30 Laser Printer both terms correspond to the term Image source Test Pricing 2 Set the Configuration type to Package 3 Select sub configurations or set to OFF 4 Select Change PpF number of prints per frame The default value is 1 5 Select either Off or On for Index Backprint and Autosave The settings made here are applied The settings in the single configurations on which they are based are ignored 6 Select Configurat
57. Remote order print mode are stored and can be accessed by the RP 30 Laser Printer Access by way of Q When File print Remote orders is start the specified computer drive ed the system automatically connects to e Computer name Enter the name or the IP address of a workstation in the network e Resource name A shared folder on the specific computer The folder must be shared on the PC where the folder is located Password protection must not be activated Enter the enable name as Resource actual name of the folder is not used name on the RP 30 Laser Printer The KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 35 Operator s Guide Remote Order Autosave Defines an external storage location within the network where to the RP 30 Laser Printer copies and saves the image files if the Autosave function is activated e Computer name See Remote Order File Print above e Resource name See Remote Order File Print above Network Orders These parameters allow automatic printing of network orders in print breaks no activity by the operator within a certain adjustable time The RP 30 Laser Printer automatically switches to the print mode Network orders and prints the orders waiting there 000 20 m 102 mm 40 m amp 152 mm 07 14 02 21 46 Network Orders On Off S min Kodak Professional Remote Orders settings Remote order File print Computer name Autom printin
58. a Oae peaa ia aaia 2 11 System AT aE EAEE EAEG 2 12 Readiness for OQperatiOM siia aae e eaa i aas a 2 12 Usor LOGIN ionene EA E E ienuiettaaredeedeaeteeee 2 12 Stal SCree Mee nee aa a a a a A aa Ea aaa a Eaa 2 13 End f WOfkK oisinn anaiari aae reve sine dna iaaa a aaa Aaa SANESE 2 14 Changing USErS aaeeeiai eainiie anana eldedivendededibeduedevlueadi OES EEE 2 14 Shoting DOWN sacccsscceectvastetestatecteasdelaceebiasteces altadeasdidustybaadiucueaatetes fata deavbeliscdies 2 15 Automatic Shutdown aeia ab ierea tt Acts a a a aaa a aaa 2 15 Manual SRUtHOWN Seisei aaia a a a aAa 2 16 Emergency R6SCtiii i testi iucctece dh beathdchegs thad a E EER 2 17 Switching Off the Machine Partially Sleep Mode 2 17 Operating Controls wiec cccciceeciesttecseesscesesvesceceevendeedtensncesesvseeceeevenceedtestiesseesteeeetesnecens 2 18 Button and Lamp on the Main Computer 0 cccccceceeeceeeeeeeseeeeeseeeeeeees 2 18 Touch screen Monitor 2 cececccccececeeeeeeecceeaeeeeeeeeeeeceaeaeeeeeeeeeeeeecenieeeeeeeeeeees 2 19 Keyboard and MOuUSC 22 iccscheacetecedsccettuse sheeted goastvaed EEA 2 19 Serem SUP Cte vic sncdevescin sss decend e ceenseneees del cepa vemacwdaieececss ewesuantotemedversesenudiueeeeess 2 20 Information AC as aiea eaaa a a e a a aS 2 21 Touch sensitive Buttons cccccceceeeeeeeecneceeceeeeeeeseeaeaeceeeeeseseecaaeeeeeeeeetenes 2 23 Drop down MENUS sitron ae a a E aeaa aaa 2 23 Pop Up WINJOWS eini era a n
59. again Touch OK to return to the preview images or the enlarged view KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 23 Operator s Guide Saving Processed Images as Files 1 Touch Save The button appears in the Image editing and Special screens 2 Select File format Resolution and the Drive symbol Edited single images or complete orders can be saved on a diskette a Zip disk the hard disk or in an external directory File formats are jpg or bmp with the desired resolution 3 The File names are allocated automatically for example image3 jpg Changes to the file names are possible 4 Touch OK Images in the Network Image data is sent to an external computer or workstation by way of the RP 30 Laser Printers Ethernet interface and from there by way of a data network such as the Internet Conversely image data from customers can be received from the external workstation and sent to the RP 30 Laser Printer to be printed provided suitable software is installed 6 24 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Network Orders RP 30 Laser Printer can be connected with several workstations in the lab by way of a PDM server These workstations can send completely prepared orders to the equipment for printing at any time Every one of these orders consists of the corresponding image files and an order description file containing information about the back print text print size number of prints image
60. ally after the error has been cleared KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 3 Operator s Guide Reset with the ON Button or Stop Button on the Screen There are two methods for resetting the system e Pressing the ON button on the main computer or e Touching the Stop button on the screen The advantage of using the Stop button is that the laser does not need to be started Touch the Stop button to initiate a software reset if the system stops responding to operator actions 1 Transport the paper out and the cancel the current order 2 Touch the Stop button The reset pop up window opens with Yes and No buttons displayed 3 Wait until the paper transport in the printer is empty and all prints are in the paper processor Otherwise there will be a risk of a paper jam 4 Touch Yes to initiate the reset The system initializes the main assemblies and deletes information concerning previous orders for example reorder lists Press the ON button to reset the system when e The whole system must be initialized for example when touching the Stop button has no effect e The selected actions are not executed lock up e An undefined operating status has occurred ill ee Se ee 1 ON button 2 Timer lamp The database is saved automatically prior to a reset After the reset the system starts up again and loads the last consistent backup The customer does not lose data The system is in the same
61. amp 36 std Back Laser 35 std OD EO MO O MO e To open the Info Printer and Info Paper Processor screens touch the black circle on the touch screen for either the printer left side of illustration or the paper processor e To open the Order Info Version Info or Error list screens touch the buttons with the respective names e To close the Info screen touch Back NOTE When an error occurs the name of the module in question appears in red Touch the button on the module to localize the error more precisely 2 34 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Info Printer Kodak Professional i Info Printer 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 22 09 Paper magazines left right Surface 10 in DIN E 42 in OMI E z Width 10 00 in 12 01 in Length OT ft 195 Tt The Info Printer screen is a graphic representation of the paper transport and shows the number of prints at the individual stations in the printer This screen also contains the width surface and residual length for each of the two paper magazines When an error occurs the corresponding component of the printer is displayed in red To return to the main Info screen touch Back KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 35 Operator s Guide Info Paper Processor Kodak Professional i siop Info Paper Processor 20 mM 102mm 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 22 09 Orders Remaining time for the last print
62. an a a e aed eel ane ee ae 2 24 Input Screens r a aa ie he a dead a aa 2 26 Numere Keypad oesrerida a nai eid E T ide ine ead ee 2 27 Menu Bara fnneier ea a a a a ea e aed 2 27 Meny OVE O r a ea er r e a Ea a A a A ea a eaa eaaa E Ea aaa Aao anA ea 2 28 Main M nus nissa ana ea a a a a a a E T 2 28 Print Mode Men s sisa aaa atea aa aaa aa E a da a arsaa iai 2 29 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 1 Operator s Guide Settings Menu without Machine Settings 0 ce eeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeeeenneeeeeenaes 2 30 Settings Menu with Machine Settings 2 0 0 eceeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeenteeeeeeneeeeeeaas 2 31 ESU MON cee es eener ied aa e a aee roa a a e uaaa 2 32 End 0f Work Ment denha eraa e a i e a a E 2 33 Status Information Help MenuS ssssssnesensseenennrensseerrrnrrnnssesrrnnnrnnsersrrennrn 2 33 Additional Scree Sisirin o dda Se even daa fe eet 2 34 WAT TATT L AT ATT 2 34 Info aE E E E E E E AEA 2 35 Into Paper Processor enaner aei tect itis Meee ERr 2 36 nfo Orderan feed Heaters nah ee n eer e ae a ei oan 2 37 V rsion NfO nesine rata er a a a eas a reae 2 38 Error Sts menmanna a ei A tases rack cane teats eaters ee pae 2 39 E E A P T 2 40 2 2 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Components The KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer consists of three main components 1 Main computer controls the complete program and generates print data A touch screen monitor is connected
63. apers other than the master paper After manipulations on the laser module or after changing the chemicals a new calibration is recommended 1 Print a PBL with laser point on the master paper 2 Print an MBL 3 Immediately print a PBL with laser point for all papers other than the master paper KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 5 9 Operator s Guide Testing the Paper Processor To maintain or restore optimum processing quality the chemicals of the paper processor should be checked every day by means of the pre exposed control strips Prerequisites e The following working temperatures must have been reached DEV 40 C BX 38 C STB 37 C Dryer 65 C e There is no order in process e Use KODAK PROFESSIONAL Pro Strips for Process RA 4 Catalog No 129 8587 1 Check that the processing temperatures have been reached 2 Unlatch and remove the control strip box 1 from the lane distributor 3 In the darkroom insert a chemical control strip into the control strip box 1 Control strip box 2 Emulsion side photographic layer e With the handle of the control strip box to the right and the emulsion side 2 down first insert the trailing end of the control strip end that comes out last goes in first The end of the control strip should be flush to the end of the box e f the control strip was accidentally inserted upside down the emulsion is on top the processed control strip
64. ations the images in the display have many fewer pixels than the print will have Lack of sharpness is therefore difficult to discover in the preview The preview continues automatically at the preset speed If the active image on the extreme right advances without operator action it is printed with the preset configuration 2 If necessary stop the automatic cycle by touching Stop and edit the active image 3 Touch Enlarged view on The current frame is shown twice for comparison e Original small e Edited version enlarged If there are modifications the display is refreshed with the function Image editing or Special 4 Touch Rotate display To show an enlarged picture upright always by 90 cw 5 Enlarged view off returns to the normal view of the four images The same buttons are offered in the view of four images and the enlarged view e Change PpF Change the number of prints per frame e Image editing and Specially Also see Image Editing and Specially in All Print Modes with Preview below e Hold All corrections etc except the enlarged view are kept for all other prints of the order up to the next modification e Print amp Stop The current frame is printed It remains marked so that other modifications and further prints can be made KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 21 Operator s Guide e Autoprint after Stop The current image is printed and disappears from the display The preview
65. aturation e Special features colored text borders These modifications are calculated on the image processing board The image in the display refreshes immediately Kodak Professional Image editing 20 mO 102mm _ 40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 46 ee crac mm i E KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 5 Operator s Guide Functional Procedure The RP 30 Laser Printer performs the following functions to process print orders e Loads the image information e Cuts the paper e Transports the paper e Edits the images if necessary e Exposes the images e Distributes the paper to the appropriate lane to the processor e Processes the images e Deposits the prints in the sorter These functions are described in the following Printing Sequence section Printing Sequence Main Computer The main computer by way of the integrated image processing board processes image data corrections and the operator entered image manipulations into a printable image and sends the image to the printer ee mei 2 6 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Printer The printer transports the cut paper 1 to the print engine 2 exposes the paper to the laser beam and advances it through the transport unit 3 up to the lane distributor 4 The back print 5 is applied in the lane distributor The lane distributor transports the print
66. aved You can view a list of the messages by touching i then Error list Below is an example of an error list Date 1215 00 42445100 412115100 12114100 424100 12 14 00 Kodak Professional Error list 20 m 102 mm_ 40 m 162 mm 12 27 00 1056 Text of selected item Printer calibration terminated Result in tolerance New LUT saved and loaded Type Text Info Printer calibration terminated Into Printer calibration error Error PP Densitometer Less than 5 values Error PR Printer front door open D Error PR Polygon has no rated speed Eror PR Communication error PO Eror PR Communication error PO Ve Error PR Communication error PO Warning Internal RS232 protocol violation recognised D m w G For more information see Correcting System Conditions Chapter 7 2 22 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Touch sensitive Buttons NOTE Only one screen is active It is not possible to open several windows at the same time The buttons in areas of the screen other than the information line i and Stop change with the functions of the associated menu Kodak Professional Image editing 20 m 102 mm _40 m 152 mm 07 14 02 Colourfdens corrections Red eyes correction oo im PEO Print mode Touch the buttons to initiate the desired action such as to e Select a submenu from the main menu bar e Open a drop down menu
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69. ch Digital II E 10inch Digital Ill E Delete 3 Sinch Digital II F D m O i w w ii 4 44 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Kodak Professional i siop Selector 128 t 6 00in 94120 in 09 13 02 14 22 3 5inch Digital Ill E Resulting paper magazine switches Switch 6 Switch 6 Switch 1 Switch 2 m cue R ona oma e GD r O i O iiie O 2 Select from the Paper Settings and the Paper Surfaces The paper settings and surfaces created before in the Machine settings are now offered Switch 3 000 e Switches for the paper magazine change e Switches 1 to 4 define the paper width e Switches 5 and 6 define the surface e The switch positions are defined under Settings Machine settings Surfaces and Paper settings They cannot be modified here IMPORTANT Each switch combination of the magazine switches may only be used ONCE 3 Touch Save or Save as KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 45 Operator s Guide Backprint Configurations Settings apply to the print mode File print For Network orders the backprint is part of the image individual order data The print field is 2 x 40 characters Positions not used are filled with points 1 Touch e Settings e Print configurations e Backprint e New or Edit rok Profesional 000 Backprint Configurations 20 m 102mm 4 m 162 mm 07
70. chapter J This is a Class 1 laser product The laser beam cannot strike the operator when the machine is operated under normal conditions even when the machine doors are open WARNING Never remove or open covers to the laser modules A laser beam of class 3B may be accessible after the removal of covers There are no user serviceable parts in the laser module of the RP 30 Laser Printer CAUTION Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure Labels on the equipment identify the laser and the laser module KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer v Operator s Guide Certification Labels Kodak Professional RP 30 Laser Printer PRINTER SERIAL NUMBER EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Rochester NY 14650 Made in Germany DATE OF PRINTER SERVICE MANUFACTURE A cope 3809 P N 258898 This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired Operation This class A digital apparatus complies B with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num rique de la classe A est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada CRS This product complies with 21 CFR N1 37 TUV Chapter Subchapter J EASTMAN KODAK COMPANY Rocheste
71. chine settings e Startup Kodak Professional i siop Startup settings 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 36 Start Sleep mode shutdown Standard Login i n E Automatic TUE 06 00 on Login S No opel ontlone WED 06 00 on Printer w 06 00 on Standby after 16 min Shutdown FRI 06 00 on when no action 3 std i 3 O la Edit SUN on of calendar Save Caneel Print mode Settings Test Pricing End of work 2 Define e Automatic Start When you enter the start times allow approximately one hour to preheat the solutions and dryer to the correct operating temperature Set Off for off days Sleep mode Shutdown In sleep mode the system is shut down with the Shutdown option in the End of work menu The main computer remains on for checking statistics It is then switched off automatically at the indicated time Entering this switch off time activates the Sleep mode Standard Login Select a user in the user list to be logged in at the beginning of work Automatic Login Specify whether the user should be logged in automatically after switch on or whether he must identify himself by a password No operator actions Shutdown when no operator action If no entry is made for x hours 3 hours is the default setting directly after the start the machine switches off automatically Edit calendar See Calendar Defining Off Days on the next page
72. configuration etc Supported formats are e PFDF Photofinishing Data Format for the complete orders e jpg bmp or tif for the single images of a complete order Because the image editing is already done on the workstation the orders are automatically printed on the equipment without preview The workstation can send orders at any time The time when the order is to be printed is specified in the Machine settings The RP 30 Laser Printer uses idle times If you do not perform any operations during a preset time span the waiting orders are processed in the order of their arrival Orders requiring a different paper width are skipped You can start the printing of network orders NOTE A file print configuration with the required paper width must be created beforehand so that the network order can be printed Operator Controlled Start 1 Touch e Print mode e Network orders The screen shows an overview of the waiting orders in chronological order Marking the oldest order is standard You can change the order of processing by selecting a different order in the list It is possible to mark several orders at the same time 2 Mark an order 3 Touch Start Print KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 25 Operator s Guide Automatic Start With this setting and after the preset time without operator action has expired a query window appears asking whether the digital orders should be printed You can either ignore
73. continues e Skip The current image is not printed and is not shown any more The next image moves in from the left e Preview off Changing to Autoprint without preview is possible while an order is running The preview disappears and the remaining images of the order are printed with the preset configuration Image Editing and Special in All Print Modes with Preview In print mode File print with Preview digital images can be edited prior to printing by means of the functions available under Image editing and Special and saved as image files with Save Image Editing Touch Image editing The button is shown in the preview with four images and in the enlarged view The opposite screen is displayed The current image is shown twice for comparison e Original small e Edited version enlarged The display is automatically refreshed if modifications are made Color Density Corrections 1 Set Corrections The magnified view is refreshed after changing to another slide for example from Yellow to density and 0 2 seconds after a slide has been operated and no other modification was entered afterwards 2 Touch OK or Cancel Return to the previous screen with without validation of the modifications Cropping 1 Make the Crop selection A box is shown for the crop selection The aspect ratio corresponds to the paper size The box can be positioned anywhere in the image Select Crop position Enter Crop size in percent
74. d See Creating a Package Configuration on Page 4 60 e Reproduction This order configuration switches off all functions of the image enhancement so that the prints correspond exactly to the original This also refers to the computing of the print size The printed image corresponds precisely to the original For deviating sizes there is a border or loss of image information Application example Prints created with programs such as Photoshop or shots artificially falsified 4 58 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Creating a Single Configuration Fitimage Off to paper Fill print size Adjust Shorter side tin FRONTPRINTY Longer side o o rui OW Single PpF 0000 Standard Kodak Professional i 2 siop Order configuration 20m 102mm 40 m 182 mm O7 14 02 21 44 152x114 Fill File print Index 152 229 Neut Prestige d 152 Co File print BACKPRINTI 114 cue na cusmr Set the Configuration type to Single Select Film mask File print Select sub configurations or set to OFF Specify Paper configuration and Cut length NO a FF ON ZR Select a crop a Fit image to paper standard The image remains unchanged and the border is added b Fill print size Center cropping some image information is lost Adjust shorter side longer side The image is kept the cut length is Select
75. d unit remove it and put it in the lab basin 8 14 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Removing the Tank Crossovers Working from left to right put each of the 5 tank crossovers in the lab basin 1 Grasp the tank crossovers by the tabs 2 Remove the crossover 3 Set the crossover in the lab basin ett KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 15 Operator s Guide Removing the V Wiper and Squeegee Unit NOTE The squeegee unit consists of a guide section and a holder for the V wiper The holder must be unlocked on both sides to remove it 1 Grasp the squeegee unit by the tabs and remove it 2 Unlock the holder for the V wiper on both sides and lift it out of the squeegee unit Put both parts in the lab basin 4 Close the paper processor cover Cleaning Clean the CD feed unit tank crossovers and the squeegee unit and V wipers before starting to work after the weekend 1 Clean the CD feed unit and tank crossovers a Clean the rollers in the lab basin with a soft brush b Clean the paper slide surfaces with a lint free cloth 8 16 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance CAUTION Do not damage the wiper edges of the V wiper Check for damage 2 Clean the squeegee unit and V wipers a Clean the rollers of the squeegee unit with a soft brush b Clean the paper guide surfaces of the squeegee unit and the holder with a lint free cloth 3 Re
76. dividual tank fillings The chemicals can be mixed directly in the machine tanks CAUTION To prevent contamination of the chemistry always fill the tanks in the following order SB gt BX gt CD Thoroughly rinse the containers used for the preparation with cold water after each preparation of a solution LA AA AH Jih Rinsing the Tanks Open the paper processor cover Fill the replenisher tank with water until the lower level sensors are covered to avoid the request for the connection of an EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge Fill all machine tanks with hot water Let the equipment run for a short while to rinse the circulation system and remove any chemical residues Switch off the equipment and completely drain the cleaning water Check that all drain valves are closed correctly Check the hose positioning Make sure the hose has no e Leaks e Sharp bends e Crimps e Air bubbles 3 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chemicals Mixing the Tank Solutions The instructions assume that you are mixing the fresh tank solutions directly in the processor tank CAUTION Use cold water when you mix solutions to prevent you from unnecessary exposure to fumes that can be released at higher temperatures Handle all chemicals carefully When you mix solutions wear goggles or a face shield a protective rubber apron and protective gloves made with either neoprene or nitrile rubber Clean prot
77. e necessary to also wear a rubber apron during some maintenance operations e Rinse all solutions that get on the skin with plenty of running water e Wear protective goggles If splashes do get into the eyes wash them immediately with plenty of water lifting the eyelids away from the eyes Then consult an eye doctor if irritation occurs Storage and Disposal IMPORTANT Follow the guidelines for Disposal of Chemicals and Containers on Page ix e Store chemicals and processing solutions in a safe place e Collect drained chemicals immediately and dispose of the solutions observing the above provisions e Use cold water to rinse chemical residue from the KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 75 cartons before disposing of them x KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Regulatory and Safety Information Warranty Information The following warranty information pertains to equipment that is installed in the United States only For equipment installed in countries other than the United States the terms and conditions of the new equipment warranty are provided by the Kodak company in the country in which the sale is finalized or by a Kodak appointed distributor in those countries where Kodak does not have direct sales representation Warranty Period Kodak warrants new equipment to function properly for 90 days from the date of initial installation This warranty covers the purchaser of the equipment as well as anyone else who
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79. e holder and insert the holder again KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 25 Operator s Guide Changing Chemical Filters WARNING Risk of injuries exists if the cover of the wet section unlocked accidentally or carelessly See the Warning under Cleaning the Paper Processor on Page 8 13 Wear protective gloves and goggles when performing this procedure 1 Open the paper processor cover and let it lock in the vertical position Remove the chemical filters and put them in a lab tray Pull the used filter cartridges off the shaft and install the new filter cartridges Rinse the filters to remove loose fibers OB nN Reinstall the chemical filters in the color marked order L 8 26 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Processing Racks Purpose To ensure optimum processing quality WARNING Wear protective gloves a rubber apron and goggles when you clean the processing racks CAUTION Chemical splashes may stain the covers Use the splash guard 1 or remove splashes immediately with water 1 Remove the CD Color Developer feed unit the tank crossovers and the squeegee unit 2 Put the splash guard 2 on the CD rack to prevent the CD solution from being contaminated by BX 3 Open the rack locks Lift the racks SB1 to SB4 and let the excess chemical solution drip from the racks KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Print
80. e is not installed For more information see User Administrator Defining Users and User Rights in Chapter 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 13 Operator s Guide End of Work Changing Users Kodak Professional i siop 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 18 41 ba e O l O l OQ O To change users you must first log out 1 Select End of work in the menu bar 2 Touch Change user 3 Touch Logout 2 14 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Work can continue only if a user follows these steps to log in again Kodak Professional Q Change user Login 20 m 102mm 40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 22 13 1 Select the name of the next user 2 Enter the password four numbers 3 Touch Login If a different language is allocated to the new user in the machine setup all text is displayed in this language Shutting Down The two methods of shutting down the RP 30 Laser Printer are e Automatically by way of the integrated timer the preferred procedure e Manually by selecting End of work on the menu bar the alternate procedure Automatic Shutdown The equipment switches off automatically if you enter no input within a preset time period after system start To define the preset time period see Machine Settings Startup in Chapter 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 15 Operator s Guide Manual Shutdown Kodak Professional i s op
81. e print bmp File print Bitmap Single Diskette 1 Yes 12 0 0x0 Dill E Pea BACKPRINTI Pe ag aie FRONTPRINTI File name Arial Black Print date Print time tod Top left corner Index 152_229_Neut SS Ea C_60 dig Prestige d 152 mm Close omme e re O res D esse O e All details about the current configuration and associated sub configurations as well as all other settings are listed e Modifications are not possible in this screen Changing the Current Configuration The selected configuration can be changed temporarily for the current order The modifications are not saved in the configuration NOTE It is not possible to make modifications to an order that is processing Modifications can only be entered before the next order is started The modifications become effective only after you leave the screen that was opened with Change Config 1 Touch Change Config or select a different configuration in the selection box see the next title Selecting a Different Configuration 2 Change the settings as desired and confirm with OK They are not saved but only apply to the current order image There are different options depending on how the screen Change configuration is opened e f the screen is opened before the beginning of an order modifications hold for all images of the order Other settings for prints per frame and border selection of other matching configurations back
82. e printer section any sheets in front of the print engine will not be transported any further Behind the jam position all sheets in or behind the print engine are automatically transported into the paper processor Remove sheets that are jammed in the printer The location and the number of sheets can be opened on the screen touch i and touch the respective module in the graphic Assembly groups that must be pulled out of the printer to remove the jam are not energized The printer will automatically be ready for printing again once you have removed the jammed sheets and either cleared the error message or initiated a reset KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 9 Operator s Guide Paper Jam in the Transport Unit CAUTION If a paper jam occurs always withdraw the print engine first before pulling out the transport unit Pull out the print engine 1 Open the left hand side door 2 Actuate the two levers 1 and open the locking mechanism 3 Pull out the complete print engine 2 hy A in T E a D NIN Paper jams may occur in three positions in the transport unit e Paper transport at the bottom e Paper transport at the top e Sheet bridge KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions Paper Transport at the Bottom With the print engine pulled out 1 2 3 4 Actuate the two levers 1 and open the locking mechanism Pull out the transfer
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84. eadily IMPORTANT There should always be a cartridge in the docking station to reduce oxidation Once the LED is turned off the cartridge may be removed and replaced by a full one Alternatively the empty cartridge may remain in the machine until you get a message to insert a new cartridge The replenishers are mixed automatically by the integrated electrically driven mixers A preparation is sufficient for about 75 m 807 ft of color negative paper equivalent to approximately 1400 8 x 10 in 20 x 25 cm prints Other Operations to be Performed Prior to Production Start 1 Set the reference values See Paper Processor Settings in Chapter 4 Adjust the equipment to the operators needs national settings and to the production requirements configurations See Settings Chapter 4 Test the chemistry See Testing the Paper Processor in Chapter 5 Calibrate the machine See Tests Chapter 5 3 8 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chapter 4 Settings Contents From the Order Receipt to the Finished Print eeeceeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeesees 4 3 AGMiIniStrator coecciceit evened atin niie raia eiri ie eri alae evbands 4 3 Operator sciiacaei Meee eal ii teed ie tee tee he 4 4 Preparation of the Print Configuration ccccssseecesseneeeseeeeeeseeeeeeseeneeeneeeeeeenes 4 5 Setting S ccssics ctsseeeciesstenscesscieetessteneevsseeeteevestinedessieneevsiiseebesstens a 4 11 Entering
85. ective clothing after use to remove any chemical residue that can cause contamination For more information about potential health hazards and safe handling of specific Kodak chemicals see the label and the Material Safety Data Sheet MSDS for the chemical Consult the MSDS for regional contact information MSDS copies are available at the Kodak website http www kodak com US en corp hse prodSearchMSDS jhtml IMPORTANT To make sure that no chemistry splashes on the equipment fasten the plastic covers from the accessory pack on the equipment Open two KODAK EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge 75 cartons and remove the four bottles from each carton When you remove the cap of a bottle the label printed on the seal identifies the bottle as either the developer bottle CD one of the two bleach fix bottles BX A or BX B or the stabilizer bottle SB You will need e Two bottles of each part to make up the fresh tank solutions e A solution measuring device such as a graduated cylinder that can accurately measure volumes up to 900 mL e The ability to measure up to 10 L of water For the developer you will need KODAK EKTACOLOR RA Developer Starter CAT No 102 6681 Stabilizer 1 Add 10 3 L water to the first tank 2 Add one half the contents approximately 72 mL of one bottle of stabilizer concentrate labeled SB 3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2 for each of the three remaining stabilizer tanks The total volume for each tank is 11
86. ed in special configurations named and saved for certain subject groups snow shots or certain customers Correction configurations are only effective in the File print mode 1 Touch e Settings e Print configurations e Corrections e New or Edit Kodak Professional i siop Correction Configurations 20 mE 102mm 4m Ois2 mm 07 14 02 21 28 Digital Choose CORRECTION DIGITAL am O i O 2 Enter the Corrections 9 to 9 for e Sharpness edges e Saturation m O a e Sharpness grain e Detail contrast e Yellow Magenta Cyan Density color density corrections KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 49 Operator s Guide Kodak Professional Q Correction configuration 35 m 127 mm 24m 305 mm 09 12 02 12 37 CORRECTION_DIGITAL File print Area 4 contrast Detail contrast Sharpn edges 0 Saturation Save SAT Yellow 9 Magenta 0 Cyan Density For explanations of the function of these corrections see Production Balance Digital on Page 4 30 These corrections appear in the backprint if backprint text was selected See Backprint Configurations on Page 4 46 4 50 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Autosave Configurations Autosave configurations are used to save image files on a data carrier The aspect ratio is kept A folder is set up for every order on the data carrier e The fold
87. ed text will appear in the button when you select it from a list or drop down menu Press OK to enter the displayed text for the active screen 4 12 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Entering Numbers If entry of numbers is required the numeric user password for example the numeric keypad opens automatically co 000 Enter number Enter the value and press OK KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 13 Operator s Guide Machine Settings Types of Settings To open touch e Settings e Machine settings Kodak Professional i siop 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 04 Machine settings Configuration cums Surtace User interface ORES User manager Scanner Startup PP Replenishm Production balance E Combiprint Layout Indexprint PP Temperature O O Layout O Pumps oO ase aM MO O The machine settings are divided into two sections Configuration and Machine The configuration settings are saved and loaded together with the print configurations Configuration e Surface and Paper settings Set the switches according to the paper magazine coding for the surfaces 5 6 and the paper widths 1 4 Cut length KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Machine User interface for the national settings User manag
88. er the automatic or the manual method you can use the main circuit breaker to switch off the printer 1 Switch off the main circuit breaker 2 Wait 10 seconds 3 Switch on the main circuit breaker Switching Off the Machine Partially Sleep Mode It is possible to switch off parts of the general system so that only the main computer is running This Sleep mode allows for statistical checks locally or by remote control before the equipment is switched off completely While in Sleep mode e The printer and paper processor are OFF e The main computer is ON You can activate the Sleep mode for the desired weekdays and enter the switch off time of the main computer Once the Sleep mode has been activated the switch off time of the main computer is indicated on the monitor For more information see Machine Settings in Chapter 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 17 Operator s Guide Operating Controls Button and Lamp on the Main Computer There is one button and one lamp on the main computer e ON button 1 If the system is shut down by End of work Shutdown it remains in the timer mode until the next automatic startup If you must switch on the system before the next automatic startup time press the ON button The system will then start up Additionally you can press the ON button to initiate a reset e The timer lamp 2 lights if the system is in the timer mode after Shutdown be o ee a
89. er 8 27 Operator s Guide 10 11 12 13 14 15 Lift the BX rack far enough so that the hinged holding plate can rest on the metal bracket to let the chemical solution drip from the rack Remove the dripped racks put them in the tray supplied as accessory and take them to a lab basin Remove the splash guard from the CD rack Then repeat the above procedure with the CD rack In the lab basin rinse the racks first in cold water then in warm water maximum 40 C Clean the rollers and gears on the outside with warm water and a soft brush remove any crystal deposits that may stick to the lateral drive gears Dismount the guide elements to clean the inside rollers For this press together the bearings clipped into the side parts at the catches and take them out On the CD and BX racks dismount in addition the four styrodur displacers mounted in holders on both sides Clean the rollers with a soft brush Clean the guide elements with a lint free cloth and warm water Let the racks drip dry Mount the guide elements clip the bearings of the guide elements safely into the plates Mount the displacers and fasten them safely in the holders Check the smooth movement of the racks by turning the drive gear Check the drains at the back of the tanks Remove any crystallization that may be there Insert the cleaned racks slowly into the tanks in the correct order Clean the CD feed unit the crossovers and t
90. er name order name_date time for example 001_0208051130 e The files copied into this folder are named as follows File name_internal image number format for example Testprint_0001 bmp 1 Touch e Settings e Print configurations e Autosave e New or Edit Kodak Professional i Autosave configurations 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 46 Select configuration Autosave 1b Autosave_for WHS AUTOSAVEt New etme sm Dre rss GD esses O 2 Select the type of Autosave configuration The three types exclude each other As a result only the selection box belonging to the selected type is active KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 51 Operator s Guide Autosave fixed Kodak Professional x Invalid Scanner message received Autosave configuration 20 m 102mm 40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 46 AUTOSAVE1 Autosave Autosave fixed quality POM Ca bmp Bitmap L Diskette amp Presoiston N h Size image 120 x 80 Imagesimedium cancel omna lasses e rises O erm e File format In this mode the files are always saved in the format bmp e Drive Selection of a local drive floppy disk e Quantity Enter the number of image files that are to be saved on the selected medium As the storage capacity of the selected medium cannot be changed the resolution of the image is automatically adapted to fit the desired number on the medium Hig
91. er to create users with name password and rights of access Settings for the automatic Startup like workdays with start times first user calendar holidays company holidays Settings for the printer and paper processor Settings for the printer and paper processor Production balance Impact sharpness edges saturation sharpness grain detail contrast color density corrections Network orders Settings to receive and send remote orders file print Autosave and network orders Install Software Updating of system software Set date time Other settings Lab name ID for the backprint settings for the automatic end of order and the automatic order number and settings to prevent excess prints in case of input errors KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 15 Operator s Guide Defining Surfaces 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e Surface e New Kodak Professional i siop Surfaces 188 6 00in 94 12 01 in 09 13 02 14 14 Switch 5 Matt amp i e O mna i O Test Pricing End of work Select PFDF surface This is a list of the standard PFDF surfaces important for network orders such as Glossy F Matte N or Lustre E Activate Switch The switches 5 and 6 define the name of the paper surface See Coding the Paper Magazine on Page 4 19 Select Save as Enter the name of the new surface configuration Save is only disp
92. ervice Remote service Maintenance Control strip gt Start MBL Start PBL C Start Piko PBL for Paper Perform PBL configuration 2 32 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview End of Work Menu Enter number Change timer Help screen Info Paper Processor Info Order Version Info KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 33 Operator s Guide Additional Screens Info These screens are accessible at any time They are displayed when e Configurations can be modified on demand with the button Display Config e Text inputs user names back print text are required by touching the respective field e Number inputs order numbers passwords are required by touching the respective field e Errors occur that require resolution before work can continue e You must make a decision You can access the Info screen from any other screen that has an iin the information area see Screen Structure on Page 2 20 The Info screen displays the operating hours of the scanner lamp and the laser You can reset the counter for the operating hours of the scanner lamp in the Test Maintenance menu For all other information a separate screen opens Kodak Professional ay 2 Status Information 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 22 06 Eject Zip Order Info Version Into Error list J Operating hours Scanner l
93. ess than 5 m KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Operator s Guide e At the first system startup or after the RP 30 Laser Printer has not been used for some days you must enter an initial value Touch Activate normal repl After 5 operating days the replenishment will be in accordance with the throughput Replenishment Rates Solution Time in seconds Replenishment rates Developer 33 60 mi m Bleach fix 33 100 mi m Stabilizer 69 60 mi m 140 ml m water Production Balance Digital 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e Productions Balance e Digital Kodak Professional Select production Balance Colour negative Digital rum sun w 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 40 w eurea Pricing 2 Enter the required information for general machine settings such as detail contrast sharpness edges and saturation NOTE Changes in the production balance should only be made if after a longer observation period and sufficient production experience it is clear that the complete production must be corrected in one direction 4 30 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Changes in the parameters shifts the printed results into one direction For this reason only experienced operators should modify parameters e The settings influence all orders e Modifications are only effective a
94. fferent for example paper styles of different manufacturers In this case the MBL corrections cannot show exactly the same effect for all papers e Only very few paper channels are used e If the required conditions for working with the MBL cannot be met 5 8 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Tests Calibration of New Paper Emulsion Changes or Correction of a Paper Channel Not Master Paper 1 Print an MBL This provides for a calibrated condition of the system 2 Print the PBL right after the MBL e With laser point for new papers other than the master paper or e Without laser point if there was an emulsion change only Calibration of New Paper Emulsion Changes Master Paper 1 Print the MBL on the previous old emulsion This provides for a calibrated condition of the machine 2 Immediately print a PBL without laser point on the new master paper NOTE If the old emulsion was used up before an MBL could be printed the calibration of the new paper can only be started with a PBL calibration However in this case be sure that the equipment is calibrated Otherwise there may be a deviation between the master paper and all other papers If this is the case perform a complete new calibration Completion of the New Calibration If there is too much deviation in the paper styles a new calibration is recommended 1 Print an MBL on master paper 2 Immediately print a PBL without laser point for all p
95. fter a new start e These settings are not considered in the backprint as the productions balance defines the basic balance 0 value Correction values entered later for example by way of correction configurations or for image improvement are added to this 0 value up to 9 maximum and can be included in the backprint For color and density corrections the weighing depends on the entered correction impact see Impact IMPORTANT Always leave all parameters in the production balance on 0 Define necessary corrections only by way of the correction configurations which also lets you select the set values for the backprint KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 31 Operator s Guide Impact Changes in the correction effect only influences the color and density regulators e Presetting 100 e Range 10 to 200 Kodak Professional Digital production Balance 20 m 102 mm_ 40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 41 Sharpn 0 edges u cin Saturation Magenta oyan Density Sharpn 0 grain 0 Detail contrast o w e ma i O i O rit O iiae O The presetting of 100 should result in a correction density step of about 0 01D and a color step of about 0 03D to 0 04D on the paper always depending on the paper gradation The parameter changes are linear a value of 50 halves the effect and a value of 200 doubles the effect Basic setting of
96. g Popup to start network orders appears after Resource name testi Popup stays active for imin Remote order Autosave PDM Computer name PDM address dlab_mi or name 10 5 241 232 POM Port no Resource name 00 bilder Save O A O e Automatic printing On Off e Time span without operator action after which the pop up for digital orders is to be displayed 5 minutes is the default value Test Pricing e Duration of the pop up display after which the printing of digital orders is started automatically if no operator action takes place 1 minute is the default value 4 36 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings PDM D Bridge Information about the PC PDM Server on which the PDM Software is installed required for network orders e Address or name Name or IP address e Port no Standard is 5001 or pfdmcom if the corresponding input in the SERVICES file exists PFDF Photofinishing Data Format is a standardized format for order data to be used in networks The PDM PFDF Data Manager manages the order files It saves digital orders images and PFDF information until a receiving station such as the RP 30 Laser Printer calls them In network connections with several input devices the D Bridge should be installed on a PC that is only responsible for this task prerequisites 32 Bit WINDOWS PC WINDOWS 2000 operating sy
97. h number low resolution Low number high resolution 4 52 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Autosave quality Kodak Professional A Invalid Scanner message received Autosave configuration 20 m 102 mm _40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 46 AUTOSAVE1 Autosave save fixed quality POM Co jpg High quality Auto Remote 30002000 rofessional fave Caneel Print mode Settings Test Pricing End of work e File format bmp or jpg with various compression factors 0 0O Size image Images medium e Drive Selection of a local drive floppy or external drive The folder defined and shared in the menu Settings Machine settings Network orders Remote orders Autosave is offered e Resolution Four different resolutions are offered KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 53 Operator s Guide PDM D Bridge Kodak Professional a Invalid Scanner message received Autosave configuration 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 46 AUTOSAVE1 Autosave 7 Autosave fixed quality POM Preston N bmp Bitmap L Diskette 7 cc Co 0 0 m Size image 120 x 80 Imagesimedium ona ne sas O i O rcs O iia e Resolution and File format as in Autosave quality The address of the PC where the PDM server D Bridge is installed has been defined before See Network Orders on Page 4 36
98. he Cutter Unit 1 Remove the cover 1 2 Wash the filter mat in water Replace the cutter unit air filter if it is too dirty 3 Reinstall in the filter mat NOTE Observe the correct position The smooth side should point to the grid 4 Mount the cover J Door to Print Engine NOTE The filter is mounted on the housing of the exposure gap fan on the inside of the print engine door The filter holder is fastened to the housing by 2 black locking screws 1 1 Loosen the locking screws 1 and remove the filter holder 2 2 Ifthe filter mat is not excessively dirty wash it in warm water CAUTION Do not bend or wring the filter mat Broken fibers may be blown into the print engine 3 Remove all water and insert the dry filter in the filter holder 4 Ifthe air filter is extremely dirty replace it 5 Fasten the filter holder again KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 23 Operator s Guide 8 24 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Right hand Side Wall Dryer and AC Power Supply of the Paper Processor NOTE The air filters 1 and 2 are mounted in holders of perforated metal To remove the holder lift it by the handle and pull it out to the front 1 Blow out the air filters from the inside with compressed air or wash them in warm water if they are very dirty 2 Replace very dirty air filters together with the holder 3 Put the air filter in th
99. he Solution Temperatures 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e PP temperature 2 Set the reference temperatures for the solutions and the dryer if necessary DEV 40 C 0 3 BX 38 C 2 STB 37 C 2 Dryer 65 C 3 Calibrate the temperature sensors a Touch Readjust xxx A window with a numeric keypad opens The temperature of the selected solution is indicated in the first line of the input field b Remove the chemical filter Using a calibrated thermometer measure the current temperature of the processing solution through the free opening of the filter holder c Enter the current temperature value via the numeric keypad The sensor will be calibrated after pressing OK NOTE The Reset reference and Reset calibration buttons are used to enter the standard values of the database Kodak Professional Paper Processor temperature settings 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 02 02 18 13 Reference temperature Sensor calibration Readjust 40 0 C DEV Readjust BX Readjust 370 C 8TB Dryer J 66 0 C Reset reference Reset calibration Back m eseme m O i m 8 22 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Cleaning Replacing the Air Filters CAUTION Let washed filters and filter mats dry well before reinstalling them Do not wring bend or press filters and filter mats Do not let filters and filter mats dry in the sun Below t
100. he squeegee unit and put them back 8 28 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance 16 Before mounting the squeegee unit put back the protective plate underneath 17 Close the processor cover Arrow white Hinged holding plate on the CD and BX racks KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 29 Operator s Guide Cleaning the Dryer Rack Necessary tools are e Screwdriver or coin e Lint free cloth and warm water 1 Remove the dryer cover Use a coin to turn the lock by 90 2 Loosen the locking screw knurled screw 1 of the dryer rack Pull out the rack on the telescopic rails 3 Remove only the feed roller set after unscrewing the knurled screw 2 and put it in water over the weekend CAUTION If the rollers are not mounted prior to the automatic start after the weekend be sure to deactivate the automatic MBL Master Balance in order to prevent a paper jam On Monday before starting to work wipe off all deposits on the feed rollers and the feed plate with a damp cloth 4 Clean the guide roller behind the feed rollers with a damp cloth 5 Check all foam plastic rollers 3 for damages and replace them if necessary 8 30 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance 6 Clean the hinged guide grids see Figure with a damp cloth to remove all chemical deposits crystalline sheet bridge deposits 7 Carefully mount clip in the guide grids 8 Finally mount
101. hic layer e With the handle of the control strip box to the right and the emulsion side 2 down first insert the trailing end of the control strip end that comes out of the control strip bag last goes in first The end of the control strip should be flush to the end of the box e f the control strip was accidentally inserted upside down the emulsion is on top the processed control strip usually shows typical dirt marks 1 Touch e Test e Control strip e Chemical control strip You receive a prompt to insert the chemical control strip 2 Place the control strip box in the holder provided for this in the lower area of the lane distributor 8 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance 3 Close the printer door and touch e Continue to transport the control strip into the paper processor or e Cancel to terminate the operation 4 Evaluate the process control strips KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 5 Operator s Guide Weekly Maintenance Removing Paper Dust from the Printer Sections The necessary tools are e Vacuum cleaner e Brush e Isopropyl alcohol for plastic coated and rubber rollers CAUTION Isopropyl alcohol is a flammable liquid It can cause eye irritation and dry skin Wash your hands with soap and water after you perform maintenance procedures Refer to the manufacturer s material safety data sheet MSDS for additional safe handling and first aid information
102. ide Printer Settings 1 Touch Settings Machine settings Printer Kodak Professional i Printer settings 20m 102mm 40m Oisz mm 07 14 02 19 39 Overlapping Auto MBL H MBL max rep 6 m wm ii PBL max rep bawe O i O J u 2 Enter the required information Overlapping Indicate by how many percent the digitized image is calculated greater than the paper to be exposed The range is 0 to 10 Master Paper Define the paper used most frequently as master paper The MBL is performed on this paper Activate deactivate Auto MBL MBL maximum repetitions If Auto MBL has been activated enter how often the MBL test should be repeated automatically if the result is not within tolerance The range is 1 to 10 PBL maximum repetitions Enter how often the PBL test should be repeated automatically if the result is not within tolerance The range is 1 to 10 4 28 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Paper Processor Settings Setting the Replenishment Rates NOTE It is not possible to modify the individual replenishment rates The rates for Color Developer Bleach Fix and Stabilizer can only be increased or reduced together at the same ratio If one of the replenishment rates is changed the values of the other two solutions are changed in proportion If possible do not change the preset default values Modified values
103. ile Enter name gt i Reorder Autoprint Print mode KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 29 Operator s Guide Settings Menu without Machine Settings Save settings Load settings Pricing settings Machine settings Print con figurations Settings 0000A Save settings Load settings Machine Settings Order configurations List Paper configurations Back print configurations Correction configurations Autosave configurations Front print configurations Print configurations Order configuration configuration Package configuration Correction configuration Autosave configuration Front print configuration Enter free text 2 30 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Settings Menu with Machine Settings configurations 2g 2 eS a i f Setting of cut Paper settings lengths User interface settings Enter name User manager Enter number Calendar Startup settings Save Enter number settings Machine Load settings Pricing Machine settings Machine Printer settings settings Print con PP figurations Replenishment Productions Select Digital Balance Productions Productions Balance Balance Network orders settings Install software Set date time Other settings KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 31 Operator s Guide Test Menu S
104. install the holder of the V wiper and let it snap in 4 Rinse the crossovers again in running water before mounting them NOTE Observe the attached color markings numbering when reinstalling the tank crossovers and the squeegee unit Check that the latches of the units snap in and are flat against the housing KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 17 Operator s Guide Checking the Solution Levels Purpose To compensate for evaporation also required with the automatic evaporation compensation Check the solution levels in the paper processor and top up with water once a week before starting production If the level drops considerably 1 Adjust the settings of the water replenishment to the required level 2 Replace defective level switches service technician 3 Search for leaks service technician WARNING The risk of fire exists if the level switches become defective Have defective level switches replaced immediately Do NOT attempt to repair them Cleaning the Chemical Filters Purpose To ensure uniform circulation of the processing solutions by regular cleaning of the filters Clean chemical filters 1 Remove the chemical filters once per week and clean with warm water and a soft brush 2 Reinstall the chemical filters in the color marked order 8 18 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Filters in ASTOR and Water Inlets IMPORTANT Close the water tan
105. ioning Reorder D j Autoprint D be DQ e i D essen e File Print image files jpg bmp tif are loaded from mobile data carriers and printed on the RP 30 Laser Printer with or without a preview The following drives are provided on the main computer Diskette DVD CD ROM Zip and PCMCIA card e Network orders Digital orders completely prepared on a workstation are sent by way of a network to the RP 30 Laser Printer to be printed The start is either automatic during times when there is no operator action or operator initiated NOTE Only one print mode can be used at a time It is not possible to open several windows concurrently for different print modes KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 11 Operator s Guide Printing File Print Prerequisites The RP 30 Laser Printer only accepts jpg bmp and uncompressed tif file formats Save any files created with Adobe Photoshop to one of these formats Digital cameras have Gamma values between 1 8 and 2 2 The RP 30 Laser Printer prints with a Gamma of 1 8 The maximum single file size is 110 MB tif bmp jpg unpacked Larger files will not print Adjust the print size to the aspect ratio of the image indicated by x pixels For extreme deviations which the program can no longer process the system displays the error message File print parameter range violated Types of image paper adjustment Fit image to paper Fill
106. ions Only order configurations are offered that match the selected image source film mask and are not packages themselves the latter cannot be packed any further and in which PpF is not zero Add configurations to the selection list with gt or with 7 Select Save or Save as For the Standard button see Defining a Configuration as the Standard Configuration on Page 4 63 4 60 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Reproduction Order configuration for image files that are to be printed without automatic image improvement Printing is without preview The configuration cannot be changed The image is printed in the middle of a large size 400 dpi e g for CD Inlays Kodak Profesional 000 Order config reproduction 20 m 102mm 4 ek Dd ee Prim nase N File print Dill E cme File print BACKPRINTI 127 Reproduction Standard Save as uu O sain o o O Set Film mask and Film type on File print Set Configuration type to Reproduction Select Backprint or set to OFF Select PpF number of prints per frame The default value is 1 Specify Paper configuration and Cut length oa a fF N gt Select Save or Save as KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 61 Operator s Guide Configuration Types in the Order Configuration List Kodak Professional i 2 Order configurations List 20m 102mm 4m Oisz mm 07 14 02 2
107. isabled until the errors are removed 2 20 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Information Area The Information area includes the fixed buttons i and Stop and the status line 1 1 Kodak Professional 1 1 1 1 a Image editing 20 m 102mm 40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 46 C l G Print mode Settings Tost Because the fixed buttons are always accessible you can open the Info and Help screens at any time For more information see Info on Page 2 34 and Help on Page 2 40 The fixed buttons are described below i Status information Context related help function for all screens and error messages Stop Ifthe system does not respond to operator entries you can use this button to initiate a software reset The entire RP 30 Laser Printer is stopped orders are interrupted and all major assemblies are reset For more information see Resetting the Equipment if an Error Occurs in Chapter 7 The display in the status line includes e Information warnings and requests e Error messages The messages in the status line require different actions e Some messages let you continue working without confirmation or action e Some messages can be ignored several times until the system forces you to act e Error messages must be resolved so that the work can be continued KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 21 Operator s Guide All error messages are s
108. it while the transport is switched off Necessary tools are e Lint free cloth and warm water e Vacuum cleaner e Soft brush Purpose To ensure reliable paper transport Rubber transport belts for poster sizes 1 above the densitometer Clean the visible part of the transport belts with a damp cloth 8 34 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Paper transport on the output side for standard sizes 1 Remove the deposit tray for the larger size prints 2 Clean the visible part of the transport belts with a damp cloth 1 3 Unlock the quick action locks on the guide plate 1 in front of the output rubber rollers Remove the guide plate 4 Clean the dust in the output area with a vacuum cleaner Clean the four light barriers in front of the output rubber rollers with a brush Put back the guide plate and fasten it safely with the quick action locks KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 35 Operator s Guide Transport belt of the print chute Clean the transport belt 1 with a damp cloth 8 36 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Maintenance When Required Changing the Ink Ribbon on the Back Printer When the printing on the back of the prints gets too faded the ink ribbon must be replaced 1 2 3 4 5 Unscrew the locking screw 1 red of the lane distributor Pull out the unit on the telescopic rails Unscrew the knurled scre
109. ity will use on site waste management procedures for example silver recovery units for silver bearing effluents contact the municipal sanitary sewer authorities for the discharge requirements and permit application procedures as applicable If you will manage silver bearing effluents off site contact your local solid waste or hazardous waste authorities to obtain regulatory and permit guidance Because it is customary practice to discharge the non silver bearing effluents to the sanitary sewer system contact the sewer authorities about proper treatment at your local municipal treatment facility Chemical Concentrates Certain concentrates may be considered hazardous waste and require special attention If you must dispose of chemical concentrates as waste material contact your local solid waste or hazardous waste authorities to obtain disposal information Chemical Filters When you clean the chemical filters for the silver bearing working solutions collect the rinse water and direct it to a silver recovery unit for treatment or collect it for treatment at an off site facility Container Recycling and Disposal IMPORTANT Use cold water for rinsing all containers In most regions it should be possible to participate in your local community recycling program Check with the program authorities to determine if the packaging materials are eligible for local recycling If they are eligible disassemble the package and place the bottles
110. ive not installed printer 123452 B paper processor 78 91 48 _12 12 VIPS Driver Version 0 VIPS DSP Version 0 e Current versions of the installed software and firmware e Serial number of the hardware e License ID of the machine To return to the main Info screen touch Back 2 38 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Error List All error messages shown in the status line are saved Touch i then Error list to view the error messages The list shows the error messages with the date and time of occurrence Kodak Professional Q sin Error list 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 12 27 00 1056 Text Printer calibration terminated 4215 00 10 27 Into Printer calibration error 12115100 10 27 Error PP Densitometer Less than 5 values 12 1400 16 63 Error PR Printer front door open D 1214900 16 50 Error PR Polygon has no rated speed 12 1400 16 48 Error PR Communication error PO 1241400 15 13 Error PR Communication error PO ve 121400 14 57 Error PR Communication error PO 12 14 00 10 40 Warning Internal RS232 protocol violation recognised D Text of selected item Caneel Printer calibration terminated selection Result In tolerance New LUT saved and loaded Show all Ba errors w ome ee B mss ex e Disable Display all errors if the error list only shows the errors encountered since the last start or reset e f the complete error message is not displayed
111. k cover 3 before beginning this procedure 1 Close the drain valves on the top of the 3 inlets 2 Unscrew the cap nuts 1 and 2 and carefully remove them NOTE The cap nuts are full of liquid 3 Remove the filters and rinse them in running water 4 Reinstall the filters IMPORTANT Do not mix up the ASTOR filters with the water filters 5 Open the drain valves again KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 19 Operator s Guide Cleaning the Densitometer Calibration Plate The densitometer is mounted in the paper outlet 1 Loosen the screw 2 and remove the front cover of the paper outlet 1 1 2 i ca 2 Loosen the knurled screws 1 on the right and left side on the guide plate of the densitometer unit 3 Turn the densitometer unit 2 over and clean the calibration plate with a damp cloth 4 Clean the guide plates with a damp lint free cloth Fasten the densitometer unit again with the knurled screws Fasten the cover of the paper outlet CAUTION Have a service technician replace any damaged calibration plates 8 20 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Transport Belt of the Print Chute Use a cloth and warm water 1 Clean the transport belt 1 with a damp cloth 2 Wipe the print chute 2 with a damp cloth KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 21 Operator s Guide Monthly Maintenance Checking t
112. layed if the screen was opened using Edit KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Defining Paper Settings 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e Paper settings Kodak Professional i Paper settings 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 02 02 18 14 Select configuration 82 420 Edit l Back Pricing End of work 00 00 m O e O l O 2 Touch New to create a new paper width 3 Select a configuration from the list and click Edit KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 17 Operator s Guide Kodak Professional i O Paper settings 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 02 02 18 15 82 mm E n O m ruins lis vate Orme O 4 Activate the appropriate Switches The switches 1 to 4 define the paper width See Coding the Paper Magazine on the next page 5 Select Save as Enter the name of the new paper setting Save is only displayed when the screen was opened using Edit The total number of paper widths usable without modification is 16 A maximum of four different surfaces can be used in the same way for all widths 4 18 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Coding the Paper Magazine The paper magazine is coded for the paper width 1 4 and the surface 5 6 in use The meaning of the coding is described below Oo Slide closed
113. n PE LD TU xx Number of the light barrier 1 Remove the paper from the printer Make sure to do this first or consecutive errors may occur 2 Touch Clear For messages such as e Shutter not reached MR ML e SG_LS01 not reached MR ML Magazine RHS LHS SG Sheet Gear 1 Pull back the magazine lever check the paper for correct position in the magazine and push in the magazine again 2 Touch Clear Other Error Situations The system stops without displaying a message or the menus cannot be exited 1 Touch the Stop button on the screen 2 Wait until there is no paper in the printer 3 Press reset Help in Case of Error Messages Help texts for the error messages can be displayed as follows e Touch the button to open the Help screen e Touch the Error Help Index button to open the alphabetic list of the error messages e Select the error message and its associated help text KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 7 Operator s Guide Removing Paper Jams WARNING To avoid injury be careful when working around the toothed belts sharp corners and sharp edges in the printer area o OL When a paper jam occurs 1 Remove the paper from the indicated position To see the location of the jam touch i and the desired module in the graphic 2 If you cannot find the jam location do these steps in order a Open the bottom transpo
114. n figurations Pricing Q Load O m e000 End of work m sm Qe O i O 2 Mark the desired information by checking the box 3 Select a medium if necessary a directory and a file name 4 Select Load KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 65 Chapter 5 Tests Contents INTO UCI ON soseen noi eoeteccctnetes nveuneeeztneaes cu ckastne ce teseeeedia eens ct egies cdeuatoee eaestees theese 5 3 Printer TeSts cscs E E ceed case stencteg cc vaueasaacee checuecueven sted soacietueaevansectesessuevenseeys 5 3 OVENVIEW i peste tectt te els tees ah neces ented wack eed aa eon ee aerated 5 3 MB BAE E E E E TAE EO SAH eee Sees ae vos fees E nate eae eae 5 3 PBL ematea a ects oles et edn cata toe a ES ed ol TEN 5 3 Prerequisites for MBL and PBL Calibration 0 cccccccccecceceeeeeeeeetceeeeeeeeees 5 4 Printing a PBL T Stiis fecahsceyit chet einen a e etn a 5 4 PBL Test with Laser Point 0 ceccceeccececeeeeeeeeeaeceeeeeeeeeesenaeeeeeeeeeeeeenaeees 5 5 Printing am MBL TOS steric aa AETA T TOT 5 6 Procedure for the First Machine Operation or After New Software Installation 5 7 Daily Calibration With the MBL s seisear reinan ea Aea EnaA iaaa ERE RaR Ai 5 8 Daily Calibration Without the MBL 0 eccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeaeeeeeeeaeeeeeeaaes 5 8 Calibration of New Paper Emulsion Changes or Correction of a Paper Channel Not Master P apar harrie aaa TA AT OT
115. necessary change the switch allocation for the paper widths and surfaces See Paper Widths Not Yet Coded on the following page A maximum of four different surfaces can be used equally for all widths This concerns only the surface names and the coding Chemically the surfaces need not be equal for the different paper widths because the PBLs are created and saved independently of each other for each single combination of all 6 switches When the magazine is in place the system recognizes the paper width and paper surface and offers them for selection in the print menus For more information see Defining Surfaces and Defining Paper Settings in Chapter 4 6 6 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Paper Widths Not Yet Coded NOTE If there is no free magazine code available for a paper width not yet coded use the code of an unused paper width we recommend using 82 mm To change the code 1 Delete the width in configurations with width 82 select Settings Machine Settings Paper Settings 2 Use New to store the old code of the 82 mm paper for the new paper width Create configurations with the new paper width for example with a cut length of 171 mm KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 7 Operator s Guide Changing the Paper Magazine IMPORTANT To let the paper to rewind into the magazine always wait 30 seconds after the last print procedure before removing the magazine The LED in fro
116. ng as paper runs through the equipment When all prints of the current order are in the paper processor you can touch Stop to stop the running operation The Settings menu will then be available To open the Setting screen touch Settings on the menu bar Kodak Professional i 20 m 102 mm_ 40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 18 39 Save settings Load settings Pricing settings Machine settings Print con figurations e PO The following options are available 0000 Pricing eure Print configurations For creating print configurations for production with all associated sub configurations Machine settings For adjusting the equipment to user needs and lab requirements Save settings For saving all machine settings and print configurations Recover settings For reloading saved settings and or configurations KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 11 Operator s Guide Entering Names If entry of names is required the Input screen opens automatically Enter name of back print config 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 54 owns e O Dram Derm O Names of configurations have a maximum length of 30 characters Special characters are possible with the exception of quotation marks Characters that are typed appear in the blue field and in the button above the image of the keyboard This lets you see immediately how much of the enter
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118. nt of the magazine indicates if the magazine may be removed Green yes Red no 1 Remove the paper magazine a Push the locking lever to the side b Pull out the paper magazine 2 Mount the paper magazine a Open the Printer door b Put the paper magazine on the guide rails and push it in until it locks audibly IMPORTANT n order to avoid paper transport problems due to an incorrectly cut paper tip confirm the prompt in the next step when e You have inserted a new paper roll or e There is a paper jam 3 If necessary confirm the prompt for a paper cut If the cut is confirmed the equipment cuts the paper tip 4 75 in and transports it through the paper processor IMPORTANT Whenever a magazine is inserted the system checks the paper length by moving the paper to the cutter and back To prevent the paper from becoming fogged make sure the middle printer door remains closed during this procedure 6 8 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Order Processing Order Number Automatic Manual Order numbers are allocated either automatically or manually See Machine Settings Other Settings in Chapter 4 Manual Order Number Kodak Professional Enter number The first order always starts with 1 An order number is displayed for every print screen The number can be changed e As long as the Change button is shown under the order number e Until Start print with without
119. nts CONTENU ETE TETT TTT 3 1 Preparation Of Chemicals maisina ipep neier aaaea aaa aoe eE haaa ENEE 3 3 RINSING the TANKS araor a ETE N E A T N E EAA TAE 3 4 Mixing the Tank Solutions areire ie RE EEA AE EAT ARKEN EEE 3 5 olie etll PAE E E E T T EE T ed cad ncaa eatees eee 3 5 eilet te a Fixe NEA 2 hare cick eee E AA A E T A atts 3 6 Developer t Finnan Ate re eat ae aan aE ee ce E aias 3 6 Inserting the Chemical Filters ssseeerrnirreserrneeirrrrsnrinnisrnresiruneeieanisraianieaneas 3 6 Installing the Racks and Bringing the Tank Solutions to Temperature 3 7 Preparing Replenishe ccccccccccccceceeeeeeeeeeeaececeeeeeseeecaeceeeeeeesessinaeeeeeeeees 3 7 Other Operations to be Performed Prior to Production Start eeeee 3 8 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 3 1 Operator s Guide 3 2 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chemicals Preparation of Chemicals CAUTION A risk of injury is possible if the wet section cover is unlocked PUSH is pressed unintentionally The lock engages only in the vertical position To open the cover Carefully lift the cover until the lock engages To close the cover 1 Support the cover with one hand 2 Press the unlocking lever PUSH and carefully close the cover KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 3 3 Operator s Guide A water temperature of approximately 30 C 86 F is recommended for the preparation of the in
120. o automatic correction for PpF Max PpF Maximum number of prints per frame that will be printed without a warning display Backprint Activation of the backprint for the File print mode If this parameter is inactive no backprint can be selected for the order The backprint in the print mode Network order is always controlled by the order data created at an external Workstation independent of the status of the Backprint parameter in this menu dTFS Preselection Presetting of the use of dTFS in the File print mode If the parameter is activated dTFS is available for selection in the order menu otherwise it is not available KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 39 Operator s Guide Print Configurations 1 Touch e Settings e Print configurations Kodak Professional siop 20 m 102 mm 4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 18 39 settings Machine settings Print con figurations m Print mode Test Pricing End of work Kodak Professiona l i Print configurations 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 02 Order Correction Paper Autosave Back print Front print Indexprint Combiprint same O stm O fre rin O iiae Enter the required information 4 40 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings All the settings required for creating the desired print size for example 9 x 13 including further options Such as backp
121. on an Existing One 1 Touch a similar configuration in the list 2 Touch Edit and enter the settings in the next screen that differ from the basic configuration 3 Enter Save as and a new name 4 42 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Editing a Configuration 1 Touch the configuration 2 Touch Edit and modify the settings in the next screen 3 Save Deleting a Configuration 1 Touch the name in the configuration list and touch Delete 2 Ifthe configuration is used in a main configuration you do not have to delete the main configuration Instead select another configuration to replace the deleted one e Sub configuration used in the order configuration e Order configuration Single used in the order configuration Package 3 To exit the screen without modifications touch Cancel KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 43 Operator s Guide Paper Configurations A paper configuration consists of a paper setting for each width and a surface The cut length of the paper is kept independent of the paper configuration and it can be assigned to an order configuration in the Order menu Creating a Paper Configuration 1 Touch e Settings e Print configurations e Paper e New or Edit Kodak Professional i 2 Paper configurations 188 tO 5 00 in 94A 1201 in 094302 14 18 Select configuration inch Digital II E Ginch Digital IlI E New e D Tinch Digital II E 8in
122. our user name and password four numbers The user name is preset if you have been defined as the first user who must enter a password After you enter the user name if required and password the Start screen appears The Start screen appears immediately after warm up if the first user is logged in automatically the system does not check for a password The Start screen also appears after a new user has logged in KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Start Screen Kodak Professional 20 m 102 mm 40 m 152 mm 07 14 02 18 20 mana ean O rns O oven Oi After you log in the menu bar with the five main menus appears e Print mode offers all functions for image editing and printing see Production Chapter 6 e Settings lets you create the print configurations and enter machine specific parameters see Settings Chapter 4 e Tests lets you test the equipment prior to the production start and during production see Tests Chapter 5 e End of work lets you shut down the machine completely or partially Sleep mode A different user can also log in from this menu e Pricing is not available In the Start screen and in all screens that follow only the functions that correspond to the user profile are displayed Functions that are not available appear in gray If a function is not available either e The logged in user does not have permission to use this function e The softwar
123. owns it during the warranty period Warranty Repair Coverage If this equipment does not function properly during the warranty period a Service and Support Field Engineer from Kodak will repair the equipment without charge during Kodak s normal working hours usually 8 00 a m to 5 00 p m Monday through Friday Such repair service will include any adjustments and or replacement of parts required to maintain your equipment in good working order Supply items are billed as required How to Obtain Service Before you call please know your printer s K Number For service and support e In the United States call Eastman Kodak Company at 1 800 356 3253 1 800 3KODAK3 e Outside the United States contact your local Kodak representative KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer xi Operator s Guide Limitations Warranty service is limited to areas within Kodak s established marketing centers in the contiguous United States the island of Oahu in Hawaii and some areas of Alaska This warranty does not cover circumstances beyond Kodak s control it does not cover service or parts for any attachments accessories or alterations not marketed by Kodak or to correct problems resulting from their use Damage caused by failure to meet the electrical specification in this manual is not covered under the warranty to service agreement claim Kodak makes no other warranties express implied or of merchantability for this e
124. quipment Repair or replacement without charge is Kodak s only obligation under this warranty Kodak will not be responsible for any consequential or incidental damages resulting from the sale use or improper functioning of this equipment even if loss or damage is caused by the negligence or the fault of Kodak Such damages for which Kodak is not responsible include but are not limited to loss of revenue or profit downtime costs loss of use of the equipment cost of any substitute equipment and facilities or services of claims of your customers for such damages This limitation of liability does not apply to claims for injury to persons or damage to property caused by the sole negligence or fault of Kodak or by persons under its direction or control xii KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chapter 1 Introduction Contents Using the Documentation cccccecseenceceeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeenseeeseeeseeeseenseseeseenseeseaes 1 3 DUCTUS sieniin ncbiceseels E E tale cea tabdaeesthandenitaamtievtiale cde deh Atha 1 3 TEPS VES a aaa cub aetecentateceteanartecat tes 1 3 NOICE S neeesa a a nites dh R tate cnttete bettie 1 3 Safety Precautions ssesusseenunrennnnnunnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn nnmnnn 1 4 Storage of Chemicals and Paper sssssusseennnnennnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnnn 1 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 1 1 Operator s Guide 1 2 KODAK PROFESS
125. r e Images taken with one camera for example if the storage medium of the camera is used e Orders with at least 5 exposures below 5 exposures the dTFS has no effect e Images with amateur like characteristics e File Print KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 6 13 Operator s Guide Selecting the Configuration Type for an Order Three types of order configurations are available for file prints They are represented by a letter in the list of order configurations S Single P Package R Reproduction Kodak Professional i 2 siop Order configurations List 20m 102mm 4m Oisz mm 07 14 02 21 50 File print Select order configuration 162x114 Fill 8 162x102_Fit s Package P Q New om mna soe w ruin A Single or Package To print an order as single or package select the order configuration of the respective type In the list of order configurations those types are marked as S or P Single All prints of the order are printed in the same format Package A package has several single order configurations combined so that different formats are printed of every image file of an order KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Production Reproduction To print a reproduction select an order configuration of the reproduction type In the list of order configurations this type is marked as R Reproduction For images created with programs like
126. r NY 14650 L Made in Germany P N 7E9008 Kodak Professional RP 30 Laser Printer SERVICE PROCESSOR DATE OF PROCESSOR cope 3809 umeeR MANUFACTURE AC 220 360 V 230 400 V 240 415 V S060Hz 16A 3W N PE AC 200 210 220 230 240 V 50 60Hz 25A 3W PE AC 200 210 220 230 240 V 50 60Hz 32A 2W PE or 1W N PE Non interlocked Panel Label Aperture Label vi KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Regulatory and Safety Information Laser Source Label LASER RADIATION AVOID DIRECT EXPOSURE F TO BEAM LASER 100 mW MAX OUTPUT at 430 690 nm CLASS Illb LASER PRODUCT Locations of Laser Safety Labels B C side N e hk Se rca KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer vii Operator s Guide Safety Precautions Legal Notice The RP 30 Laser Printer is designed for operation in conformance with all local safety regulations Follow all safety regulations warnings and instructions on machine labels Failure to observe these regulations may result in personal injury or damage to the equipment and working area The manufacturer and service provider will not assume any responsibility for accidents and damage resulting from incorrect operation General Precautions e Never modify or rewire electrical circuits e Do not circumvent or disable the integrated safety devices e Do not modify preset values of safety components e Replace fuse
127. r by the handle 3 and lift the sheet transfer out of the holder Set the sheet transfer down Remove the paper dust with a vacuum cleaner Clean the rollers and transport belts with a lint free cloth Mount the unit again Note the two locking bolts 4 on the right hand side wall Mount the cover by holding the latch in the open position and lowering the cover NOTE Make sure that the transport belts are not shifted KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Paper Processor CD Feed Unit Tank Crossovers and Squeegee Unit and V Wipers WARNING Risk of injury is possible if the wet section cover is unlocked unintentionally when PUSH is pressed e When opening the cover Check that the cover lock fully engages in vertical position e When closing the cover Support the cover with one hand Press the unlocking lever PUSH and close the cover IMPORTANT To prepare for cleaning put the crossovers in a lab basin filled with water over the weekend CAUTION To avoid damage to the rollers and paper guide surfaces do not stack the crossovers KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 13 Operator s Guide Li Il CH p Removing the CD Color Developer Feed Unit 1 Open the paper processor cover and let it lock in the vertical position 2 Fasten the splash guard at the front to protect the tank area from chemical splashes 3 Release the tabs and grasp the CD fee
128. rint are stored in the print configurations For this the following configurations are defined e Paper e Backprint e Correction e AutoSave e Front print e Order Single Package Reproduction Order configurations are combined on the basis of the other configuration types For this reason these sub configurations must be created first A sub configuration can be used in any number of order configurations KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 41 Operator s Guide Creating Editing and Deleting Configurations The various configuration lists contain all related sub configurations Creating a New Configuration 1 Touch New A screen appears with the existing preset values In some configuration menus the Film mask field is displayed Here the meaning of this term is image source For the RP 30 Laser Printer only one image source can be set up which is File print This parameter has a fixed allocation and cannot be changed Kodak Professional Order configurations List 20 m 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 21 50 File print Select order configuration 162x114 Fill 8 162x102_Fit s Package P Q New Edit o m om O i 2 Enter the settings w m liime 3 Touch Save as and enter a meaningful name in the input screen e Maximum of 30 characters e Permissible special characters 1 1 _ amp and blanks Creating a New Configuration Based
129. rnings and instructions that are on equipment labels and in the guide Storage of Chemicals and Paper Consumable Storage Requirements Chemicals Store and prepare chemicals according to the manufacturer s specifications Photographic Paper Store all color paper in a cool and dry location Storage Temperature 2 10 C 35 50 F Relative Humidity for open packages 50 60 IMPORTANT To avoid visible changes in the photographic paper do not store the paper at temperatures above 30 C 86 F NOTE You can store photographic paper at 20 C 68 F for several days KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chapter 2 Overview Contents COMPOMENUS oi 5 EET TE T E O 2 3 Product Description maiera estaire or ea a e A a EAA Eai 2 5 Image Edinge ee E E A EEE AE 2 5 Functional Procedure iii ee eaaa aaa aa ae eaaa aa a ae 2 6 Printing SeguGGE o geaen E a a A a 2 6 Mali COMPUTER aps ea a aa ra a tect a tied aaa aaa 2 6 AE E T E E Macca E habiiante i reathanatbadit ake 2 7 Paper Processor enrete recess 2 exavevnatereckacdeanden sands seetee nha aeara a da 2 7 Ee AL A AAAA E EE E A A A A naan aate 2 8 D nsitomete irasom eenaa RA eaea eea TEA Ta PaE ne eek e Weed aA 2 9 Switching On the Equipmentl c c eeeeceeeeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeeeesenseeaneeeeeeenseesseeneeseeeees 2 10 Automatic SWiteh OMsire da a a a a a aai aa aE ia aaa aa AEA 2 10 Manual Switch OMe ea aa ae a e
130. rt unit Wind out up to three prints by hand some of them from the turnaround roller at the entrance of the transport unit In the switching gear before the transport unit lift the guide plate if required and turn the drive roller by hand to check if there is still a cut paper in the switching gear In the upper transport unit lift the guide plate and check if paper is underneath Check the entrance and exit of the print engine Check the lane distributor and transfer from the lane distributor to the sheet transfer Check if the paper jam is still reported Pull out the sheet transfer Check the print drum in the print engine Take out the top guide plate and turn the print roller forward by hand to move out any paper that may still be inside 3 When you locate the paper jam always try to pull the paper out in the direction of the paper advance 7 8 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions Special Case When a paper jam occurs during a system shutdown or reset the paper jam is only reported when the system is started again During this time the Info function is not available If the paper is not found and cannot be removed do these steps 1 Confirm the error message about 5 times The main menu appears 2 Touch ito open the Info function 3 Touch the modules in the graphic one at a time to find the locations Paper Jam in the Printer Section If a paper jam occurs in th
131. rts in the next screen to create the desired color and press OK twice 5 Select Save or Save as 4 56 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Order Configurations As the sub configurations are accessed in the order configurations they must always be created first A created sub configuration can be used in any number of order configurations 1 Touch e Settings e Print configurations e Order e New or Edit Kodak Professional i ee Order configurations List 20 m 102 mm_40 m 152 mm 07 14 02 21 46 eae Select order configuration 162x114 Fill 162x102_Fit s Package P Q New Edit Repro_2 R oO rama li O 2 Select Film mask u nO A The software is used for configuration with and without a scanner The term Film mask in the RP 30 Laser Printer stands for Filter The associated configurations previously created are listed KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 57 Operator s Guide ca 000 Order config reproduction 20 m 102 mm_ 40 m 162 mm O7 14 02 21 49 D sso re O 3 Select the Configuration type e Single A single order configuration See Creating a Single Configuration on the next page e Package Several single order configurations are combined in one package to print different sizes from one Image file in one step This means that single order configurations must be created before a package can be create
132. s only with the same type of fuse amp value switch off characteristics When Operating the Equipment WARNING Do not operate the equipment without the covers and panels Persons who open or remove covers expose themselves to dangerous voltages and other risks of injury e Do not cover or block the vent openings in the housing This may lead to overheating of components e Do not allow objects or liquids to enter the equipment through the vent openings This may cause fire or electrical shock e Do not allow the power cable to be squeezed or crimped Install the power cable so that it will not cause someone to step on or trip over it e Avoid the excessive generation of dust This may damage the components in the machine When Disposing of the Equipment The RP30 contains a small amount of lead in circuit boards and mercury in the backlight of the LCD monitor Disposal of these materials may be regulated due to environmental considerations For disposal or recycling information please contact your local authorities or in the USA visit the Electronics Industry Alliance website at www eiae org viii KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Regulatory and Safety Information Handling of Processing Chemicals Disposal of Chemicals and Containers Effluent Management IMPORTANT Regulations and requirements regarding the proper disposal of photographic processing effluents vary by region and by locality If your facil
133. should be reset to standard if required CAUTION 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e PP replenishment Kodak Professional Replenishment settings Chemicals Normal replenishm Chemicals Water miim miim bL Ol Chemicals Water Factor miim Increased replenishm 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 02 02 Maximum replenishm Chemicals Factor 18 12 Water miim lu Bx 000 b STB _ O Increased repl at lt m 10 Max repl at lt m 0 Normal repli at m 0 206 Average throughput in 6 days 0 0 m mn see O Test Pricing ona cussteon oK Enter the required information The replenishment rates chemicals water for the normal replenishment are indicated in the top part of the screen More chemicals water is replenished to keep up the production stability in case of below average throughput This means that the normal replenishment rates are increased by the entered factor for the increased or the maximum replenishment The replenishment rates to be used depend on the production The software calculates daily the average throughput of the last 5 days and sets the appropriate replenishment automatically Increased replenishment is activated for a throughput of less than 10 m and the maximum replenishment is activated for a throughput of l
134. sing the toggle of the guide plate down 1 or up 2 2 Remove the paper 7 14 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions For paper jammed in the transport unit 1 Leave the transport unit in the printer Do not pull it out 2 Remove the paper Low sy ae a Y4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 15 Operator s Guide Paper Jam in the Print Engine 1 Pull out the print engine a Open the left hand side door b Open the locking mechanism using the two 2 levers 1 c Pull out the print engine 2 completely KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions 2 Turn the transport belt pulley of the stepper motor for the print drum 3 Unlock 2 the bottom belt assembly 1 and fold it down 4 Remove the paper from the print roller 3 5 Verify that all belts of the lower belt assembly and the print drum sit correctly KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 17 Operator s Guide Paper Jam between the Transport Unit and the Lane Distributor 1 Open the right hand printer door 2 Open the locking mechanism fastening screw and pull the lane distributor out towards you 3 Turn the hand wheel 1 at least 10 turns to advance the sheet into the lane distributor 4 Remove the guide plate 1 Pull the 2 push buttons to open them 5 Remove the paper 7 18 KODAK PROFESSION
135. st 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 or her own expense CE Compliance 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 Cautionary Symbols and Labels Hot Surface Symbol CAUTION Hot surface Allow the surface to cool before you touch it Electrical Hazard Symbol CAUTION Risk of electrical shock To avoid shock do not remove the panel iv KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Regulatory and Safety Information Mechanical Hazard Symbol CAUTION Moving parts Avoid contact Keep your hands hair loose clothing and jewelry away from moving parts Laser Compliance and Safety The KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer is equipped with an Argon lon Laser of Class 3B To prevent damage caused by the laser beam the laser is encapsulated Because the laser is encapsulated the entire RP 30 Laser Printer is classified as a Class 1 Laser Device This product complies with 21 CFR Chapter I Sub
136. stem at least 700 MHz at least 128 MB RAM at least 20 GB hard disk For information about the current PDM Software D Bridge please contact Kodak KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 37 Operator s Guide Other Settings 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e Other settings Kodak Professional ENEAS i siop Other Settings 20 mE 102 mm_40 m 162 mm 07 14 02 20 15 Ln Name 123 Assign Order Nr Long Films Automatic Orderend Automatic Max APS Coples Check APS Autocopy Check PPF IIE a Backprint dTFS Preselect J ona me e O rr O l WH l O Enter the following information required for the production e Lab ID Equipment specific identification number within a laboratory Can be included in the backprint Permissible range 160 to 169 e Lab name Free name Can be included in the backprint e Order no Manual The order number displayed for the operator can change the printing of an order in File print mode Automatic The order number in the File print mode is assigned by the system and cannot be changed by the operator 4 38 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings e Check PpF If this parameter is activated a warning message will be displayed as soon as the number of prints PpF entered for an order exceeds the value defined in the Max PpF field Work continues as soon as the warning is confirmed There is n
137. sufficient contrast If it is increased too far the result may be artifacts for example thin white lines on dark branches appear artificial digital Blurred and unsharp exposures are not improved Soft focus effect For portrait pictures it may be beneficial to set up a correction configuration with reduced sharpness 2 to 4 for example to improve skin blemishes Saturation This regulator is used for color prints to change the color saturation A slight increase in the color saturation may be an advantage for some prints such as for pictures with many colored areas However for faces an increase would exaggerate the saturation For a normal mixed production a value of 0 is the best setting KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 4 33 Operator s Guide Sharpness of Grain Kodak Professional i siop Digital production Balance 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 19 41 J o Sharpn edges 0 an O Sharpn 0 grain 0 Detail contrast an w lon O w 0000 m m O a i O i O iiaa O This parameter has a similar effect as Sharpness of edges however on smaller structures lt 1mm such as on hair in portraits or on grass e Shifting towards Fine structures appear sharper Shifting towards Fine structures appear softer Fine structuring If the value is increased fine details become even sharper such as highlights in the nigh
138. t but homogenous areas show noise effects e Unsharpness When this value is reduced the noise is reduced and the grain structure disappears but details are less sharp and highlights are eliminated Grain reduction only with values lt 0 for example 4 Detail Contrast This parameter influences the sharpness in medium structures mm to cm such as faces e Shifting towards Structures appear sharper e Shifting towards Structures appear softer Corrections YMCD e Color density corrections e Value range 9 to 9 The effect of the correction input depends on the setup of the Impact parameter 4 34 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Settings Digital Order Settings 1 Touch e Settings e Machine settings e Network orders Kodak Professional Remote Orders settings Remote order File print Computer name ae Resource name testi Remote order Autosave Computer name Resource name bilder 00 mne e Test 20 m 102 mm_40 m 152 mm 07 14 02 21 46 Network Orders On Off 5 min Autom printing Popup to start network orders appears after Popup stays active for imin PDM address orname 10 6 241 232 POM Port no pidfcom Save 2 Enter the required information Remote Order File Print Defines an external storage location withi n the network where image files for the File print
139. t Machine Operation or After New Software Installation 1 Use the predefined paper configurations or set up configurations as required see Chapter 4 2 Define the master paper This is the paper style most frequently used in the lab Touch Settings Machine settings Printer IMPORTANT Another paper might be entered as the master After a new software installation or data transmission from a previous version the first PBL defines the master paper by default If the master paper is changed an MBL will be printed automatically 3 Printa PBL calibration e The PBL MUST be printed on the master paper this is the most frequently used paper in the lab It is used for the MBL e Activate with Laser point Print an MBL if this was not done automatically as described above 5 Print a PBL for all other paper styles to be used This should be printed immediately after the MBL is printed because the conditions for printer and paper processor during these tests should be the same The PBL is automatically printed with laser point if the cassette code indicates that a paper is used for the first time 6 The printer is now calibrated for all paper styles You can now start the production process 7 After the PBL has been printed for all paper types make a database backup so that the values can be loaded back into the equipment if needed See Save Load Settings and Configurations in Chapter 4 Settings KODAK PROFESSIONAL
140. ter inlets Clean densitometer calibration plate Print chute Clean transport belt Check solution temperatures Clean air filters Below cutter units Door to print engine Paper processor right hand side wall dryer and AC supply Replace the chemical filters Clean processing racks Clean dryer rack Clean paper outlet Clean replace air filter Clean slide plate with feed chute Clean rubber transport belts Change back printer ink ribbon Empty effluent tanks WARNING Be sure to observe the safety precautions on all equipment labels and in the Regulatory and Safety section of this manual Do not clean while the drive is switched on To avoid risk of injury be careful when working around the toothed belts sharp corners and edges in the printer area KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 3 Operator s Guide Daily Maintenance Performing a Process Control for the Paper Processor Before performing process control make sure e The nominal processing temperatures of the solutions have been reached e There is no order in process e You use KODAK PROFESSIONAL Pro Strips for Process RA 4 Catalog No 129 8587 1 Unlatch and remove the control strip box 1 from the lane distributor 2 In the darkroom insert a chemical control strip into the control strip box 1 Control strip box 2 Emulsion side photograp
141. tests approximately 3 m 40 in Check that the chemical solutions are at nominal temperature Printing a PBL Test When it is necessary to print a PBL test follow these instructions EO Kodak Professional i siop 20 m 102 mm _4 m 162 mm 07 14 02 18 39 Service Remote service Maintenance Control strip Start MBL Start PBL 0 0 0 000 Start Piko ruin euor 1 Touch e Test e Start PBL Select the paper configuration for which the PBL test is to be printed Touch PBL to print the test Enter in the next screen e Emulsion no only for information not assessed e Tolerance Step width 0 1 mm Possible input of the manually measured deviation of the paper from the coded width useful for border prints Activate deactivate with Laser point Touch Start 5 4 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Tests You can use the Settings menu see Chapter 4 to set up how often the automatic PBL should be repeated if the values continue to be out of tolerance after retries The number of retries can be from 1 to 10 PBL Test with Laser Point The laser point is used to set the exposure levels required to produce the desired D max value of the paper being tested NOTE You can press Alt F1 to set the D max for a paper The PapersData dialog box appears ii PapersData x File Help Max Density Color Balance Sin DIN F
142. the master paper directly Based on the changes determined on the master paper between the last and the current MBL all other paper styles are adapted Therefore any change in the MBL influences all paper configurations PBL The Paper Balance PBL test compensates for the differences among the various paper types and widths and provides for uniform rendering of the colors on all paper emulsions in use The PBL calibration only applies to the paper on which the PBL is printed Other paper styles are not affected Every paper configuration for example every individual cassette code used for production must be calibrated The PBL consists of two steps 1 The working point of the laser and the maximum densities are determined for the paper Usually this step is only required once when the PBL is determined for the first time For this purpose the test print s graded densities and halo print are exposed 2 The PBL test print is used to adjust a neutral grayscale Several cycles are usually required KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 5 3 Operator s Guide Prerequisites for MBL and PBL Calibration Before printing the MBL and PBL calibration 1 2 Check that there are no print orders pending Use the Information i button to check that no paper is in the paper transport of the printer and the paper processor for the MBL and the PBL calibration Check that there is enough paper in the magazine for the two
143. this request or respond e Respond to the request No Print digital orders later Yes Print digital orders immediately e Ignore the Request The query window is displayed for a certain adjustable amount of time If there is no response the digital orders are printed in the order of their arrival Orders for which another paper width would have to be inserted are skipped Printing Network Orders Each order is printed with the settings in the order description file without operator action At the same time a pop up with the Stop button is displayed Printing can be stopped at any time while the running order is still finished The order just being processed is marked in the order list As soon as all associated images have been printed it is automatically cleared from the hard disk and the order list Finishing Print Orders After printing is completed pack the prints and data medium if requested in an order envelope 1 Take the prints from the sorter 2 Take the data medium from the drive DVD CD ROM Zip 6 26 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chapter 7 Correcting System Conditions Contents System lf 0 nn aaya NaN a ka ENAA EKE anay NAERAA NAAN ENa aaay NaRa 7 3 Error MessageSieeniereii Aaii tarnii ia EEr vanes on Maid eel ncaa ees andes ENA E e fends 7 3 Reset with the ON Button or Stop Button on the Screen eceeereeeees 7 4 Error Handling escoa tecevis cade tee ctee coed beds NE EaI Ea E
144. to the paper processor Paper Processor The exposed paper advances through the processing solutions 1 which include the developer bleach fix and stabilizer The paper then advances through the dryer 2 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 7 Operator s Guide Sorter After drying the prints exit from the print chute 1 into the sorter 2 where they are sorted by orders and stacked in trays e f a print order exceeds the capacity of one tray a maximum 43 prints the sorter automatically switches to the next tray without terminating the print order e Splices in the paper rolls are cut separately and the respective pieces of paper are deposited in the print order stack e Large prints are deposited on the large print deposit tray 3 2 8 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Overview Densitometer The built in densitometer 1 above the dryer automatically measures the test print KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 2 9 Operator s Guide Switching On the Equipment IMPORTANT Before switching on the equipment insert the paper magazines which are loaded with the appropriate size paper The two methods of starting the RP 30 Laser Printer are e Automatically by way of the integrated timer the preferred procedure e Manually by pressing the ON button the alternate procedure The conditions for switching on the equipment are e The equipment was not previously
145. ual Order NUMDE c cccceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenaeeeeeeaeeeeeeeaeeeseeaaeeeeeenaeeeeneaes 6 9 Automatic Order NUMDEM cccecceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneaeeeseeeeeeeeseeaeeseeeeaeees 6 9 End of Order Automatic Manual ccccceeeeseeeeeeseeeeeeeenaeeeeeeenaeeeeeenaeeeeeeaas 6 10 Print MOGG S iio cctccecs Sececistaceg cone teeevabecde eens ENTE EARN ARARA steeds AA EN AAEE rA E Ea aa 6 11 Printing File Prini a elev e aAa a sted de ma ae a a aa d araa aas 6 12 PREREQUISITES E E E EA 6 12 EDE S E E A E E E A EEE E TAEA 6 13 Selecting the Configuration Type for an Order 0 cccceeeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenteeeeees 6 14 Single OF PAKANE ie aE E AE A A TE ER 6 14 lareo o 01er 01n EEA FT EE E A ES 6 15 Using Autosave to Save Processed Images without Printing 0 c ee 6 15 Black and White or Sepia Prints 0 cccccceeceeeccnececeeeeeseceneaeeeeeeeeeseesnaeeneees 6 15 Changing the Configuration and the Order Number c eeeeeeeeeeeeeteeeees 6 16 Displaying the Current Configuration cc ceceeeeeeeeenteeeeeeeneeeeeeeneeeeeeaas 6 16 Changing the Current Configuration 0 cccceeeeieeeeeeeeeeeeencieeeeeenieeeeeenas 6 16 Selecting a Different Configuration ccccceeeeeteeeeeeeneeeeeeenneeeeeeneeeeeeaas 6 17 Changing the Order Number ccceeeeeeeeeee een eeeeeeteeeee tenses teeeeeeetiaeeeeeeaa 6 17 Loading Image Files from Data Carriers 0 ccceeeeeeeeeeereeeeeeieeeeeeeneeeeee
146. uipment for Different Orders c ccceceeeeeeeeesecteeeeees 6 3 Order Processing siesicieniians ea eae aie iahine lane 6 9 Print MOS ekiccteeets chit enti ieee tone aes oa 6 11 Printing File Printe cca ee tee nA ate dale 6 12 Network Orders 2 05 2g cise Sessa aaa Has cccsbaate Git delet 6 25 Finishing Print Ord6rs 2 c ecceecccsehestteseten a e a a ee 6 26 Chapter 7 Correcting System Conditions 0 cceceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeeeeeees 7 1 Syston EMOTE iis ii ea Ade ea tee tn ie dee at anlees 7 3 Error Handling cei eaca a tenninausdin aetna ede ie 7 5 Removing Paper Jams nse eirinen de aed iin deal 7 8 Chapter 8 Maintenance cccccceeeeeee eens eens eeeeeeeeeeeeeeneeeneeeneeeneeeneeeneeeeneees 8 1 Maintenance Schedule and Maintenance Intervals cceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 8 3 Daily Maintenance eiga r E TEE ica eden 8 4 Weekly Maintenance aneen rai aiie ra EEEE ERE se idee achieved 8 6 Monthly Mamtenan omineen a AEE EEA EREE IE ARS 8 22 Maintenance When Required cccccceceeceeceeeeeeeeeeceeaeeeeeeeeesessnnneeeees 8 37 Consumables siiettactee a a a a eittertanledtedss 8 39 ii KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Regulatory and Safety Information Contents Regulatory Compliance ccccccceceeeseeeeeeeeeeeeeenseceeeeenseeneeeeseeeeeeeseeeeeeeseseeeneseneees iv EMG Compliance eenias eaaa a aa da indent a a aa eaaa aaa iv CE Com pliatiCe yiircdesiecebtandites thes a a aa fects sad
147. usually shows typical dirt marks KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Tests 4 Touch e Test e Control strip e Chemical control strip You receive a prompt to insert the chemical control strip 5 Place the control strip box in the holder provided for this in the lower area of the lane distributor 6 Close the printer door 7 Touch e Continue to transport the control strip into the paper processor or e Cancel to terminate the operation 8 Evaluate the process control strips KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 5 11 Operator s Guide 5 12 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Chapter 6 Production Contents Preparing the Equipment for Different Orders ceeceeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeees 6 3 Preparing the Paper MagaZine ccccceeecceceeeeeeeeeeee entree eeeeneeeeeenaeeeeeeenieeeeeeaes 6 3 Putting Paper in the Magazine eccecceeeseeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeenaeeeeteneeeeeeaes 6 5 Coding the Paper Magazine eccceeccceeeeeteeeeeeeeieeeeeenneeeeeeneeeeeeeneeeeeeaes 6 6 Paper Widths Not Yet Coded cccccceeeeeeececeeceeeeeeeeeeeacaeceeeeeeesensneaaeees 6 7 Changing the Paper MagaZine ccccceeceeeeeeeseeeeeeeeeneeeeeseneeeeesieeeeertieeeeeeaa 6 8 Order ProCeSSInng sioiias innir ankay anaana N ana ceseeneetessseaesdessecereveesiiess 6 9 Order Number Automatic Manual seseseeeeeeeeeeeseeerreserrrsserrrssrerrssrinrrssrernssnt 6 9 Man
148. with the new mixes they will appear only partially filled When you reinstall the racks in the tanks the racks will displace more solution volume to fill the tanks 1 Install each rack by slowly lowering it into the tank the rack will displace additional volume to fill the tank and partially mix the solution 2 When you have reinstalled all the racks verify that all tanks are filled with solution 3 Restore power to the equipment Starting the recirculation pumps will complete the mixing of the solutions 5 Let the processor come up to operating temperature Tank Temperature C Developer 40 0 0 3 Bleach Fix 38 2 Stabilizer 37 3 Preparing Replenisher 1 Fill 7 L 1 8 gal of water in the Astor tank 1 2 Fill the water tank until the upper one of the two float sensors is activated or the overflow indicator sticks out of the tank 3 Prior to the first paper transport water must be used to wet the foam rollers of the squeegee unit 2 Otherwise the wet paper could stick to the dry rollers ZAWA HH AR 7 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 3 7 Operator s Guide 4 5 Put the EKTACOLOR Processing Cartridge in the docking station with the sticker facing up The preparation of the replenishers starts as soon as the docking station is closed During this procedure the door is locked mechanically and the LED on the left side of the docking station illuminates st
149. ws 2 and remove the top cover of the back printer Remove the ink ribbon cartridge by slightly pushing in both sides 3 Prepare the new ink ribbon cartridge If present remove the foil strip on the ink ribbon The ink ribbon must be tight in the cartridge if necessary tighten by the knob 4 note the direction indicated by the arrow Insert the ink ribbon cartridge Slightly turn the knob 4 on the cartridge until the cartridge locks in audibly Push in the lane distributor unit and tighten the locking screw KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 8 37 Operator s Guide Emptying the Effluent Tanks WARNING Wear protective gloves a rubber apron and goggles when you empty the effluent tanks As soon as one of the effluent tanks is full a message appears on the screen advising that this tank must be emptied NOTE Itis possible to touch Clear to suppress the message and to continue the work for a while When the message appears for the third time it can no longer be cleared Empty the full tank 1 Open the front door at the bottom left of the paper processor Position 1 marks the drain valves to be opened to empty the effluent tanks 2 Puta bucket under the respective drain valve Open the valve and empty the tank Close the valve Perform the same procedure with the adjacent second valve e CAUTION Do not open both valves at the same time The volume of both tanks is 20 L IMPORTANT e
150. y unresolved errors cannot be interrupted press the ON button Gray Screen After Reset If the screen remains gray for more than 3 minutes after a reset push the ON button KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer 7 5 Operator s Guide Image Processing Errors It is possible to have several images that cannot be printed However only the last image is shown Touch Clear The types of adjustment for file print are e Fill print Center crop image information getting lost e Fit image to paper The complete image information is shown and a border is added If Fill print is selected the aspect ratio of the frame must approximately correspond to that of the print size If there are larger differences the error message Parameter range violation appears The image can then only be printed with Fit image to paper Paper Processor Errors Some errors cause the printer to stop If paper is still in the transport area of the printer it must be removed before the work can be continued If an error occurs during a reset a message appears indicating unresolved errors These active errors must be cleared from the error list 1 Deactivate the option Show all errors to display only active errors 2 Perform a reset 7 6 KODAK PROFESSIONAL RP 30 Laser Printer Correcting System Conditions Printer Errors For messages such as e Paper in the Printer e nn_LSxx not reached e nn_LSxx not free e TU2 not ready n

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