Roland VS-640i Installation guide

Setup Guide

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This describes the setup tasks and important conditions about the installation

location that must be met in order to enable use of this machine.

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Contents

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Contents .......................................................................................................................1

To Ensure Safe Use ................................................................................................2

Pour utiliser en toute sécurité .................................................................................9

Setup Guide .......................................................................................................................17

1. Installation Environment .........................................................................................18

Deciding on an Installation Site ......................................................................................................................18

Temperature and Humidity ..............................................................................................................................19

Installation Space .................................................................................................................................................19

2. Included Items ........................................................................................................20

3. Assembling and Installing .......................................................................................22

Step 1: Assemble the Stand – Mount the Machine ..................................................................................22

Step 2: Installing the Media Holder ................................................................................................................25

Step 3: Install the Drain Bottle .........................................................................................................................27

Step 4: Remove the Packing Materials .......................................................................................................... 28

4. Connecting the Cables ...........................................................................................29

Connecting the Power Cable and the Network Cable ............................................................................29

5. Installing the Ink Cartridges ....................................................................................30

Filling with Ink for the First Time ..................................................................................................................... 30

6. Installing the Blade .................................................................................................38

7. Network Settings ....................................................................................................40

Introduction ...........................................................................................................................................................40

Step 1: Make the Network Settings for the Computer ............................................................................40

Step 2: Make the Network Settings on the Printer ...................................................................................42

Step 3: Make the Port Settings for the Software RIP ................................................................................44

8. When Not in Use for a Prolonged Period ...............................................................45

Keep Performing Maintenance .......................................................................................................................45

Alarm Feature ........................................................................................................................................................45

9. When Moving the Unit ............................................................................................46

Procedures from Preparing to Move Through Reinstalling ................................................................... 46

This document is the setup guide for four models: VS-640i/540i/300i. This document uses the following nota-

tion to distinguish between the four models where necessary.

VS-640i — 64-inch model

VS-540i — 54-inch model

VS-300i — 30-inch model

Also, most of the gures in this document depict the VS-640i.

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To Ensure Safe Use

Improper handling or operation of this machine may result in injury or damage to property. Points

which must be observed to prevent such injury or damage are described as follows.

About WARNING and CAUTION Notices

WARNING

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or

severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

CAUTION

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or

material damage should the unit be used improperly.

Note: Material damage refers to damage or other adverse eects caused

with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic

animals or pets.

About the Symbols

The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.

The specic meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the

triangle.

The symbol at left means "danger of electrocution."

The

symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden).

The specic thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the

circle.

The symbol at left means the unit must never be disassembled.

The

symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out.

The specic thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the

circle.

The symbol at left means the power-cord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

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Incorrect operation may cause injury.

WARNING

Be sure to follow the operation proce-

dures described in this documentation.

Never allow anyone unfamiliar with the

usage or handling of the machine to

touch it.

Incorrect usage or handling may lead to an

accident.

Keep children away from the machine.

The machine includes areas and compo-

nents that pose a hazard to children and

may result in injury, blindness, choking, or

other serious accidents.

Never operate the machine while tired or

after ingesting alcohol or any medication.

Operation requires unimpaired judgment.

Impaired judgment may result in an ac-

cident.

Never use the machine for any purpose

for which it is not intended, or use the

machine in an undue manner that ex-

ceeds its capacity.

Doing so may result in injury or re.

For accessories (optional and consum-

able items, power cord, and the like), use

only genuine articles compatible with

this machine.

Incompatible items may lead to an accident.

Before attempting cleaning, mainte-

nance, or attachment or detachment of

optional items, disconnect the power

cord.

Attempting such operations while the ma-

chine is connected to a power source may

result in injury or electrical shock.

WARNING

Never attempt to disassemble, repair, or

modify the machine.

Doing so may result in re, electrical shock,

or injury. Entrust repairs to a trained service

technician.

CAUTION

Exercise caution to avoid being pinched

or becoming caught.

Inadvertent contact with certain areas may

cause the hand or ngers to be pinched or

become caught.

Use care when performing operations.

Never attempt operation while wearing a

necktie, necklace, or loose clothing. Bind

long hair securely.

Such items may become caught in the ma-

chine, resulting in injury.

Conduct operations in a clean, brightly

lit location.

Working in a location that is dark or cluttered

may lead to an accident, such as becoming

caught in the machine as the result of an

inadvertent stumble.

Never climb or lean on the machine.

The machine is not made to support a per-

son. Climbing or leaning on the machine

may dislodge components and cause a slip

or fall, resulting in injury.

Caution: cutting tool.

This machine has an internal tool. To avoid

injury, handle the tool with care.

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WARNING

Connect to an electrical outlet that com-

plies with this machine's ratings (for

voltage, frequency, and current).

Incorrect voltage or insufcient current may

cause re or electrical shock.

Side view of

the machine

Ratings

Never use out of doors or in any location

where exposure to water or high humidity

may occur. Never touch with wet hands.

Doing so may result in fire or electrical

shock.

Never allow any foreign object to get

inside. Never expose to liquid spills.

Inserting objects such as coins or matches

or allowing beverages to be spilled into the

ventilation ports may result in re or electri-

cal shock. If anything gets inside, immedi-

ately disconnect the power cord and contact

your authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.

Never place any ammable object nearby.

Never use a combustible aerosol spray

nearby. Never use in any location where

gases can accumulate.

Combustion or explosion may be a danger.

Danger of electrical short, shock, electrocution, or re

WARNING

Handle the power cord, plug, and electri-

cal outlet correctly and with care. Never

use any article that is damaged.

Using a damaged article may result in re

or electrical shock.

When using an extension cord or power

strip, use one that adequately satises

the machine's ratings (for voltage, fre-

quency, and current).

Use of multiple electrical loads on a single

electrical outlet or of a lengthy extension

cord may cause re.

Connect to ground.

This can prevent re or electrical shock due

to current leakage in the event of malfunc-

tion.

Position so that the power plug is within

immediate reach at all times.

This is to enable quick disconnection of the

power plug in the event of an emergency. In-

stall the machine next to an electrical outlet.

Also, provide enough empty space to allow

immediate access to the electrical outlet.

If sparking, smoke, burning odor, un-

usual sound, or abnormal operation oc-

curs, immediately unplug the power cord.

Never use if any component is damaged.

Continuing to use the machine may result in

re, electrical shock, or injury. Contact your

authorized Roland DG Corp. dealer.

Do not use the supplied power supply

cord for other products.

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Important notes about the power cord, plug, and electrical outlet

Never place any object on top or subject to

damage.

Never bend or twist with undue force.

Never pull with undue force.

Never bundle, bind, or roll up.

Never allow to get wet.

Never make hot.

Dust may cause re.

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Ink, cleaning uid, and discharged uid are ammable and toxic.

In the event of ingestion or physical distress

In the event of contact with the eyes, immediately ush with water for at least 15 minutes. If

eye irritation continues, seek treatment by a physician.

In the event of contact with skin, immediately wash with soap. If irritation or inammation

occur, seek treatment by a physician.

In the event of ingestion, do not induce vomiting, and immediately seek treatment by a physi-

cian. Forcibly inducing vomiting may lead to danger of choking.

If odor leads to physical distress, move to a well-ventilated location and rest quietly. If diz-

ziness or nausea persists, seek treatment by a physician.

WARNING

Keep open ame away from the work

area.

Ink and discharged uid are ammable.

Never store ink, cleaning uid, or dis-

charged fluid in any of the following

locations.

Any location exposed to open ame.

Any location where high temperature

may occur.

Near bleach or any other such oxidizing

agent or explosive material.

Any location within the reach of chil-

dren

Fire may be a danger. Accidental ingestion

by children may pose a health hazard.

Never place an ink cartridge in re.

Ink may ow out, catch re, and spread re

to other nearby objects.

Never drink or sniff ink, cleaning uid, or

discharged uid, or allow them to come

in contact with the eyes or skin.

Doing so may be hazardous to the health.

CAUTION

Ensure adequate ventilation for the work

area.

Failing to perform ventilation may result in a

health hazard or danger of combustion due

to ink fumes.

Never allow an ink cartridge to be sub-

jected to impact, and never attempt to

disassemble.

Ink may leak.

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This machine weighs 225 kg (497 lbs). Media weighs 40 kg (88 lbs).

Danger of re, burns, or toxic gas emissions

WARNING

Caution: high temperatures

Areas such as the dryer become hot. Exer-

cise caution to avoid re or burns.

When printing is not being performed,

remove any loaded media or switch off

the power.

The continued application of heat at a single

location may cause the release of toxic

gases from the media or pose a re hazard.

WARNING

Never use media that cannot withstand

heat.

Doing so may degrade the media, or may

result in re or the release of toxic gases.

WARNING

Install the machine in a location that is

level, stable, and able to bear the weight

of the machine.

The total weight may reach over 225 kg

(497 lbs) for the 64-inch model, 190 kg (419

lbs) for the 54-inch model, and 155 kg (342

lbs) for the 30-inch model). Installation in

an unsuitable location may cause a major

accident, including tip over, fall, or collapse.

Unloading and emplacement are opera-

tions that must be performed by 6 per-

sons or more (by 4 persons or more for

the 30-inch model).

Tasks that require undue effort when per-

formed by a small number of persons may

result in physical injury. Also, if dropped,

such items may cause injury.

WARNING

Be sure to lock the stand's casters.

If the machine should begin to topple, a ma-

jor accident may result, including crushing

of the appendages or the body.

When storing roll media, implement

adequate safety measures to ensure

that the stored media will not roll, fall,

or topple over.

Danger exists of becoming pinned under the

media and suffering serious injury.

Handling roll media is an operation that

must be performed by two persons or

more, and care must be taken to prevent

falls.

Attempting to lift heavy media in a manner

that taxes your strength may cause physi-

cal injury.

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Warning labels are afxed to make areas of danger immediately clear. The meanings of these labels

are as follows. Be sure to heed their warnings. Also, never remove the labels or allow them to become

obscured.

Warning Labels

Caution: Pinching Hazard

Be careful not to allow the ngers

to become pinched when loading

media or closing covers.

Caution: High Voltage

Cover removal may pose hazard of

shock or electrocution due to high

voltage.

Caution: Moving Print Heads

The print heads inside the cover

move at high speed and pose a

hazard. Never insert the hand or

ngers into the gap.

Flammable

Ink and discharged uid are am-

mable. Keep away from open

ame.

Ink Is Toxic

Ink and discharged uid are toxic.

Avoid contact with the body. Use

only in a well ventilated area.

Caution: High Temperature

The platen and dryer become hot.

Exercise caution to avoid re or

burns.

Ink Is Toxic

Ink and discharged uid are toxic.

Avoid contact with the body. Use

only in a well ventilated area.

Flammable

Ink and discharged uid are ammable.

Keep away from open ame.

Caution: Moving Print Heads

The print heads inside the front

cover move at high speed and pose

a hazard. Never insert the hand or

ngers into the gap.

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1. Installation Environment

Deciding on an Installation Site

Install in a quiet, stable location oering good operating conditions. An unsuitable location can cause accident,

re, faulty operation, or breakdown.

WARNING

Install the machine in a location that is level, stable, and able to bear the

weight of the machine.

The total weight may reach over 225 kg (497 lbs) for the 64-inch model, 190

kg (419 lbs) for the 54-inch model, and 155 kg (342 lbs) for the 30-inch model.

Installation in an unsuitable location may cause a major accident, including tip

over, fall, or collapse.

WARNING

Never install out of doors or in any location where exposure to water or

high humidity may occur.

Current leakage may cause electrical shock, electrocution, or combustion and

re.

WARNING

Never install close to any ammable object or in a gas-lled location.

Combustion or explosion may be a danger.

WARNING

Install in a clean, brightly lit location.

Conduct operations in a clean, brightly lit location. Working in a location that

is dark or cluttered may lead to an accident, such as becoming caught in the

machine as the result of an inadvertent stumble.

WARNING

Position so that the power plug is within immediate reach at all times.

This is to enable quick disconnection of the power plug in the event of an emer-

gency. Install the machine next to an electrical outlet. Also, provide enough

empty space to allow immediate access to the electrical outlet.

CAUTION

Ensure adequate ventilation for the work area.

Failing to perform ventilation may result in a health hazard or danger of com-

bustion due to ink fumes.

Unsuitable Installation Sites

 Locations subject to large uctuations in temperature or humidity

 Locations subject to shaking or vibration

 Locations where the oor is tilted, not level, or unstable

 Dusty locations

 Locations exposed to direct sunlight

 Locations exposed to direct near air-conditioning or heating equipment

 Locations exposed to water or moving air

 Locations exposed to considerable electrical or magnetic noise, or other forms of electro-

magnetic energy

1. Installation Environment

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Temperature and Humidity

Maintain the specied temperature and humidity even when the machine is not in use. If temperatures are

too high or too low, it may cause malfunction.

Installation Space

The space shown in the gure is required in order to use this machine.

800 mm (31.5 in)

Unit Space

Work Space

2000 mm (78.7 in)

3,600 mm (141.7 in) (64-inch model)

3,400 mm (133.9 in) (54-inch model)

2,800 mm (110.3 in) (30-inch model)

2,600 mm (102.4 in) (64-inch model)

2,400 mm (94.5 in) (54-inch model)

1,800 mm (70.9 in) (30-inch model)

During operation: Temperature 20 to 32˚C (68 to 90˚F), relative humidity 35 to 80% (no condensation)

During non-operation: Temperature 5 to 40˚C (41 to 104˚F), relative humidity 20 to 80% (no conden-

sation)

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2. Included Items

The following items are packed together with the unit. Make sure they are all present and accounted for.

Power cord (1)

Arms (one for right and

left each)

Casters (2)

Stand legs (one for

right and left each)

Stand stay (1) Shafts (2)

Shaft clamps (2) Bolts (38) Hexagonal wrench (1) Pipe (1)

Cable clamp (1)

Media holders / Media

holder retaining screws

(one for right and left each)

Media clamps* (one for

right and left each)

Middle pinch rollers*

(The quantity varies depend-

ing on the model.)**

Blade holder/Blade/Pin

(one for each)

Replacement blades for

separating knife (1)

Drain bottles (2)

SOL INK cleaning car-

tridges (2)

Dummy cartridges (6) Replacement wiper (1)

Replacement felt wiper

(1)

Tweezers (1)

* The media clamps and Middle pinch rollers are installed on the machine.

** 6 pieces are included for the 64-inch model, 5 for 54-inch, and 2 for 30-inch.

2. Included Items

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User's Manual (1)

Setup guide

(this document) (1)

Cleaning liquid (1) Cleaning sticks

INKJET PRINTER MAIN-

TENANCE GUIDE (1)

Software RIP (1)

SPECIAL COLOR INK

GUIDE (1)

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3. Assembling and Installing

Step 1: Assemble the Stand – Mount the Machine

WARNING

Perform this task with all power switches left switched off.

Otherwise sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.

CAUTION

Unpacking and installation must be carried out by six or more personnel

(by four or more personnel for the 30-inch model).

Otherwise the machine or the stand may fall, resulting in injury.

Procedure



Attach the stand legs to the stand stay.

Place the stand legs with its horseshoe-shaped bracket facing inside, and secure them by tightening the

bolts in the order given below. (8 locations in total) Loose bolts may cause the stand to wobble.

Lightly tighten the bolts in the upper 2 locations. (4 locations in total for right and left)

Lightly tighten the bolts in the 2 locations on the side. (4 locations in total for right

and left)

Fully tighten the bolts in the upper 2 locations. (4 locations in total for right and left)

Fully tighten the bolts in the 2 locations on the side. (4 locations in total for right

and left)

Place the leg with the horseshoe-

shaped bracket facing inward.

Place the stand stay as shown in the gure below.

Stand leg

Stand stay

Stand leg

Stand stay

Side view Top view

Make this area

equally spaced.

Align them parallel

to each other

Hexagonal

wrench

Bolts

Hexagonal

wrench

Bolts

Stand stay

Stand leg

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

Attach the casters onto the stand legs.

Attach the casters to the end farther away from the stand stay. The casters have no particular front and rear

orientation. Tighten the bolts securely (8 locations in total). Loose bolts may cause the stand to wobble.

Stand leg

Stand stay

Bolts

Pipe

Caster

Bolts

Hexagonal wrench

Caster

Long

Short

w

Attach the arms to the stand.

Set the stand upright and x the arms by tightening the bolts securely in the order given below (12 loca-

tions in total for right and left). Loose bolts may cause the stand to wobble.

Lightly tighten the bolts in the upper 4 locations. (8 locations in total for right and left)

Lightly tighten the bolts in the 2 locations on the side. (4 locations in total for right

and left)

Fully tighten all the bolts to x the arms completely.

Bolts

Hexagonal

wrench

Arm (left)

Arm

(right)

Bolts

Place the side with the

bolts to the front.

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x

Place the machine on the stand.

Align the holes on the base surface of the machine to the protrusions of the arms. (8 locations in total)

Tighten the bolts securely. Loose bolts may cause the stand to wobble.

Align with the arms.

Bolts

Hexagonal

wrench

Bolts

Hexagonal

wrench

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Step 2: Installing the Media Holder

WARNING

Perform this task with all power switches left switched off.

Otherwise sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.

Procedure



Place the shafts on the stand.

Shafts



Pass the left media holder onto the shaft.

Pass it through from the right edge (as seen from the back of the machine).

Place the media holder hanged

on the rear shaft.

Insert the front shaft into the

media holder.

w

Move the left media holder to the left side of the shafts and attach the retaining screw.

Only light tightening is necessary for the retaining screw.

Retaining

screws

Tighten

loosely.

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x

In the same way as the left media, pass the right media holder onto the shafts and at-

tach the retaining screw.

Only light tightening is necessary for the retaining screw.

Retaining screws

Tighten loosely.

y

Attach the shaft clamps to secure the shafts in place.

Do not place the media holders too close to the edge so that they will not get caught in the shaft clamps.

Hexagonal

wrench

Bolt

Shaft clamp

Hexagonal

wrench

Bolt

Shaft clamp

3. Assembling and Installing

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Step 3: Install the Drain Bottle

WARNING

Perform this task with all power switches left switched off.

Otherwise sudden movement of the machine may cause injury.

Procedure



Remove the bottom plug.

Please be careful as the uid used in the inspection may still remain.

Bottom plug



Install the drain bottle.

Turn the bottle without

applying excessive force.

Leave the drain bottle attached at all times.

Remove it only when you are disposing of collected ink.

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