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Gerber Technology MP+ Series User Manual

Gerber Technology MP+ Series
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FOR MP+ PLOTTERS
TECHNICAL GUIDE
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Gerber Technology MP+ Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGerber Technology
ModelMP+ Series
CategoryPlotter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction to Printing

General

Explains cartridge deck, printheads, and speed modes for printing.

HP45 Technology

Details HP45 cartridge technology, picoliter ink drops, and resolution modes.

Calibration

General

Steps for achieving good print appearance with cartridge placement.

Nozzles Check

Test for checking cartridge and nozzle condition.

Angle

Adjusting the angle between deck and beam for a straight vertical line.

Offset

Adjusts the distance between two cartridges in the X axis.

Overlap

Adjusts the distance between two cartridges in the Y axis.

Paper Advance

Corrects deviation in paper feed for gapless/overlap-free swaths.

Angle - Fine Adjust

Fine adjustment for angle with all installed cartridges.

Parallelism

Ensures deck height is level across measurement points (9.7-9.8mm).

Bidirectional

Adjusts print height for misalignment in bidirectional printing.

Print Data Flow

CAD

Describes vector file input formats (*.plt, *.hpgl, *.iso).

User Manager

Manages incoming plotter files and backups.

Server Manager

Processes files via INCOMING and RASTER FILE.

Schematics

General Electrical Schematics

Overview of electrical diagrams with options and spare parts.

Detailed Electrical Schematics

In-depth view of Master Board and 4 Heads PCBs connection.

Troubleshootings

Plotter Firmware

Main issues during working and startup related to firmware.

No Power Up

Steps to diagnose and resolve a plotter with no power.

Firmware Startup Sequence

Lists messages and actions during plotter firmware startup.

Plotter Movement Alerts

Troubleshooting for main issues in plotter movements.

Overspeed

Addresses print head traction system slippage and theoretical speed.

Overload

Identifies causes for motor overload conditions.

Motors Driver Failed

Issues with corrupted or missing driver firmware.

Encoder Error

Resolving X encoder errors, checking strip and reader.

Movement Failed

Diagnosing failures in motor, encoder, or mechanical parts.

Paper Jam

Resolving issues where paper movement doesn't match encoder.

Cutter Jam

Troubleshooting mechanical blockages in the cutter option.

Software Errors on Printing

Diagnosing main errors when printing a file.

Error Starting Directories

Program access issues to working folders.

Raster Error

User Manager unable to add files to the queue.

Error in Preview the File in User Manager

Issues with CAD file format interpretation in preview.

Wrong Printed File Dimensions

Correcting incorrect obtained dimensions after printing.

Error Starting Server

Problems with server configuration or queue recovery.

Plotter Sensors

Troubleshooting main plotter sensors.

Cartridge Not Detected 4PH

Steps to resolve cartridge detection issues.

Printing Quality

Main issues related to print quality.

Mechanical Issues

Typical mechanical problems encountered with the plotter.

Sensors

Output Roll Diameter Sensor

Infrared sensor for output roll diameter detection.

Rewinder Full

Indicator for output paper bar reaching its limit diameter.

RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) Sensor

Reads RFID tags for option installation and activation.

Ink Level (Antennas) Sensor

Controls ink level using RFID technology on cartridges.

No Pens

Plotter does not detect any available cartridge.

Front Cover Sensor

Detects the position of the plotter cover.

Paper Encoder Reader

Reads paper movement for marker length assurance.

Paper Width Sensor

Infrared sensor detecting paper presence for Edge Finder option.

Paper End Sensor

Detects input paper roll movement to stop printing.

Preventive Maintenance

Every Week

Visual inspection of the Service Zone.

Every Month

Visual inspection of drive components and encoder strip.

Every Paper Change

Inspect and clean brakes.

Every Paper Type & Grammage Change

Verify printed file size calibration.

Every Cartridge or Ink Change

Verify with cartridge calibration (Head Align).

Service Notes

FFC Flat Flexible Cable - Replacement

Process for replacing the FFC cable for better reliability.

Keyboard Membrane - Replacement

Procedure to replace the keyboard membrane without electronics change.

Encoder Strip - Replacement

How to replace the encoder strip.

Carriage Electronic Board - Replacement

How to replace the PH board.

Master Board Replacement & Firmware Installation

Procedure for installing firmware on the master board.

Which Type of Plotter Do You Have?

Before Replacing a Masterboard (Just in Case of MP):

Download setting file to the computer before replacement.

MP+ Firmware Installation Scenarios

No Firmware / Old Firmware

Steps for plotters not booting or in DFU mode.

Default Firmware

Procedure for replacing the board or for non-booting machines.

X.X.X Firmware

Standard update situation for firmware.

MP Firmware Installation

Procedures for installing firmware on MP plotters.

MP+ SD Card Firmware Installation

Installing firmware via SD card for MP+ plotters.

MP+ Server Manager Firmware Installation

Installing firmware using Server Manager for MP+ plotters.

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