Roland XC 540 User Manual

2-1 Switching the Power On and Off
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The Power-saving Feature
This machine is provided with a power-saving feature that switches to a low-power sleep mode when a fixed interval
passes with no operation. The factory default for the time after which the machine switches to the sleep mode is 30
minutes.
You can change the setting for the time of the shift to the sleep mode. You can also switch off the power-saving feature.
 P.92 Setting the Interval until Activation of the Sleep Mode,...

30Chapter 2 Operation
2-2 Loading and Cutting Off Media
How to Load Media
CAUTIONLoad roll media correctly.
Otherwise the media may fall and cause injury.
CAUTIONRoll media weighs about 30 kg (67 lb.). To avoid injury, handle with care.
CAUTIONNever load media that weights more than 30 kg (67 lb.).
The machine may fail to withstand the weight and tip over or cause the media to fall.
1.Load the media onto the roll shaft.
Open the front cover.
Move the media clamps to the sides.
Attach the media flanges...

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off Media
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Pass the media between the pinch rollers and
the grit rollers, bringing the end of the media as
far as the platen.
2.Align the media.
Position so that both edges of the media are aligned above the grit rollers, and move the pinch
rollers to position them above the grit rollers.
Move the entire roll media to perform positioning.
The pinch rollers cannot be lowered at any position other than above the grit rollers. You can vary the number of
middle...

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off Media
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Secure the stoppers in place in alignment with the width of the media.
The stoppers number four in total. Tighten all screws.
Important!
Make sure the media flanges are straight. Correct media feed is impossible if either of the media flanges is at an
angle.
3.Load the media so that it is without slack.
Pull out the media.
Hold the media at the center and pull it out, being
sure to keep it straight.
Make sure all areas of the media are taut.
Pull...

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off Media
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4.Set the media clamps and close the front cover.
Set the media clamps.
The media clamps have dixtinct left and right sides.
Install them like shown in the figure.
Line up the hole with the end of the media
Close the front cover.
Use  to select [ROLL].
Press 
 .
Press .
Important Note When Using the Media Clamps
Insert the media clamps firmly all the way until they engage with an audible click, and make sure they will not come
loose. Incorrect...

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off Media
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Position the pinch rollers over the grit rollers.
If the following message appears when you close the front cover, open the front cover and check the positioning of the
pinch rollers. These must be placed over the grit rollers.
Placement of the Pinch Rollers
Position the pinch rollers at locations that are not overly close to the edges of the media.
Remove when not using roll media.
If roll media is allowed to stand unused in a loaded state for an...

2-2 Loading and Cutting Off Media
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How to Cut Off Media
Procedure
Open the front cover.
Detach the media clamps.
Close the front cover.
Make sure the  lights up.
Hold down  for one second or longer.
Cut-off Operations
Before you perform cutoff, be sure to detach the media clamps. .
Performing cutoff with the media clamps remaining attached may cause the operation to be interrupted due to detec-
tion of the media clamps.
When youre performing cutoff, never use the  to pull the...

36Chapter 2 Operation
2-3 Settings of the Media Heating System
What Is the Media Heating System?
This machine is equipped with a media heating system that warms the media. You use this mainly to improve ink
adhesion and dry the ink. You can adjust the temperature settings to match the type of media and the printing speed.
WARNINGCaution: high temperatures.
The platen and dryer become hot. Exercise caution to avoid fire or burns.
WARNINGRemove any loaded media or switch off the sub power when printing is...

2-3 Settings of the Media Heating System
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General Guide for the Preset Temperatures
The optimal temperature for the media heating system varies according to such factors as the type of media and
differences in the print mode. Use the following as a general guide and adjust accordingly.
General Guide for Adjustment
Preheater
Set this to a temperature that is the same as or lower than the temperature of the print heater.
You use the preheater mainly to heat media gradually. This is...

2-3 Settings of the Media Heating System
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Examples of Preset Temperatures
➢These are only rough estimates. Make adjustments to match the media youre using.
➢Using the media heating system does not necessarily make it possible to apply ink to every kind of media. Be
sure to test in advance.
➢Results may vary greatly depending on the print mode and other factors. Make settings suited to the media.
➢When suggested settings for temperature, print mode, and other values are given, use the...