Videojet 1710 Operator Manual
Glossary-2
Rev AA
Message Select
The method to select the message from an external source and not through
the keypad. External source like the Programmable Logic Controller (PLC)
or a switch box.
Nozzle
Ink is supplied to the nozzle assembly and pushed through a small orifice.
The nozzle assembly is made to vibrate to break the ink jet into a
continuous stream of small drops of ink.
Parameters
The settings which are applied to the message that is printed. For example,
message width.
Phasing
The microprocessor control system of the printer monitors the data from
the phase detector. This data make sure that there is synchronization
between the charging of small ink drops and their break up.
Photocell
A light activated switch that detects the presence of the product to start
the printing.
Product Delay
The product delay is the time from when the photocell is activated and the
message begins to print.
Quick Start
Quick Start is used if the machine is turned off for only less than 30
minutes. This start mode of the printer is used where the nozzle is not
flushed.
Quick Stop
The Quick Stop is used if the machine will be off for less than 30 minutes.
This type of stop mode of the printer is used where the nozzle is full of
ink.
RS-232
Serial data communications standard which enables the communication
between the printer and other devices.
Satellites
Small additional drops of ink in the ink stream caused by incorrect
modulation settings.
Shaft Encoder
A device that senses the changes in the product speed and enables the
printer to adjust the print width.
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