Hitachi RX2 - User Manual

HITACHI Printer
Instruction Manual
INK JET PRINTER FOR INDUSTRIAL MARKING
Model RX2
Thank you for purchasing the Hitachi IJ Printer Model RX2.
This printer employs a noncontact, ink-jet method to print onto a print target.
This instruction manual describes the basic operating procedures, maintenance procedures, and other detailed
handling procedures of the Hitachi IJ Printer Model RX2.
If the printer is improperly handled or maintained, it may not operate smoothly and may become defective or
cause an accident. It is therefore essential that you read this manual to gain a complete understanding of the
printer and use it correctly.
After thoroughly reading the manual, properly store it for future reference.
IF you changed the language of the screen by mistake, see Chapter 7.8 "Selecting Languages".

Summary

Safety Precautions

Safety Precautions (Continued)

Mercury Warning

Contains mercury, recycle or dispose according to environmental laws.

1. Usage Precautions

Ink and Makeup Replenishment

Explains automatic ink/makeup replenishment system and low level alarms.

Ink Periodic Replacement

Describes periodic ink replacement due to deterioration from air exposure.

1.3 Print Head Cleaning

1.4 Shutdown (No-Cleaning Stop)

2. Component Names and Functions

2.1 External Views

Identifies external parts of the printer, including front and rear views.

2.2 Main Body Internal Parts Arrangement

2.3 Print Head

Details the components and structure of the printer's print head.

3. Basic Operation

3.1 Start Operation

Guides through the process of starting the printer and initial checks before operation.

3.1.2 Error Handling During Startup

Procedures to follow when errors occur during printer startup.

3.2 Shutdown Operation

3.3 Basic Operation

3.3.1 Operating Scheme Overview

3.3.2 Printer Status Indicators

Describes the various operational states of the printer displayed on the screen.

3.3.3 Changing Settings

Explains the basic methods and examples for changing printer settings.

4. Creation and Printing of Messages

4.1 Print Description Screen Overview

Explains the initial print description screen, its layout, and available functions.

4.2 Editing Messages and Print Formats

Covers editing current messages and understanding different print format types.

4.3 Calling and Printing Saved Messages

4.6 Saving Created Messages

Details the process of saving created messages and their storage capacity.

4.7 Fixed Layout Print Format

4.7.1 Selecting Print Items

4.7.2 Setting Number of Print Lines

4.7.3 Adding and Deleting Print Items

4.7.4 Setting Dot Matrix, Spacing, and Other Parameters

Explains how to set dot matrix, inter-character space, bold font, and line spacing in fixed layout.

4.7.5 Printing Bar Codes (RX2-S)

4.8 Free Layout Print Format

4.8.1 Selecting Print Items

4.8.2 Setting Print Item Coordinates

4.9 Printing Characters

4.9.1 Printing Fixed Characters

4.10 Calendar Function

4.10.1 Printing Calendar Characters

4.13 Count Function

Explains how to use the count function for sequential printing.

4.13.1 Printing Count Characters

Details setting count values, ranges, increments, and skips for count characters.

4.14 Print Specifications

Covers settings for character height, width, orientation, and ink drop usage.

4.14.1 Character Height, Width, and Orientation

Guides on setting character height, width, and print orientation.

4.14.2 Print Start Delay and Speed Matching

4.14.4 Fine Adjusting Print Specifications

Guides on fine-tuning print parameters like character height, width, and print start delay.

5. Maintenance

5.1 Functions Overview

5.1 Confirm Unit Information

5.2 Monitor Operational Status

Explains how to view operational status like ink time, print count, and temperature.

6. Environment Setup

6.1 Functions Overview

6.1 Setting the User Environment

Covers settings related to repeat print modes and character orientation.

7. Auxiliary Functions

7.1 Functions Overview

7.1.1 Managing Stored Messages

Explains how to manage existing stored messages, including selection methods.

7.2 Managing Groups

7.2.1 Managing Groups

7.3 Creating User Patterns

Covers creating and saving custom dot matrix patterns.

7.3.1 Creating and Saving User Patterns

Guides on creating dot matrix patterns with fixed or free sizes.

7.5 Backing Up Data to USB Memory

Instructions for backing up print data, standard characters, and user patterns to USB.

8. Ink and Makeup Replenishment

Handling Ink and Makeup Precautions

Provides critical safety warnings and cautions for handling ink and makeup.

8.1 Replenishing Ink

Step-by-step guide for refilling the ink reservoir.

8.2 Replenishing Makeup

Step-by-step guide for refilling the makeup reservoir.

9. When Warning or Fault Was Generated

9.1 Displaying Warnings and Faults

Explains how warning and fault messages are displayed on the screen and indicated by lamps.

9.2 On-Screen Message Descriptions

Lists and explains various fault messages that cause ink stoppage.

9.2.2 Warning Messages

Lists and explains various warning messages and their remedies.

9.4 Remedial Actions for Printing Failures

Provides solutions for common printing issues like chipped prints and character variations.

10. Troubleshooting Guide

11. Emergency Procedures

Hitachi RX2 Specifications