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Chapter 1. Overview System Operation The print station software monitors the level of ink stored in the internal tank, which is automatically filled from the external supply as ink is used. Replacing the external supplies can occur without stopping a job. You must monitor the fluid supplies using the print station software and replace the external ink or replenisher container when alerted by a “check external fluid containers” message. System Operation The DS5600 series printing system uses data in the Native Input Command Version 3 (NIC3) format for narrow-format printers (a system with only DH6240 printheads can use IJPDS format data). The controller processes job data and sends image data to the printers and print stations over an RJ-45 Ethernet connection (Figure 1.4). This connection uses a network hub mounted behind the CS150 computer. The CS150 uses setup commands embedded in the NIC3 data to automatically set job parameters. Alternatively, you can enter job setup instructions at the CS150 operator terminal. Figure 1.4 Typical ink-jet printing system CS160 Data source NIC3 Controls and status Data station Bit-mapped data Fiberoptic Controls and status Print Station Umbilical Fluid cabinet Printhead The job parameters and setup at the CS150 are applied to the data to determine which part of the bit-mapped data goes to each printhead. Embedded setup allows jobs to be run without any image positioning at the controller, however, the CS150 software can be used to correct the setup or make changes to it if needed. In a DS5600 system, narrow-format printers operate with the CS150 just like they do in a DS5000 series printing system. The presence of one or two DT3 print stations does not change that relationship. The DT3 print stations operate with the CS150 in the following manner: • The CS150 serves the function of a Kodak Versamark CS220 System Controller Software or Kodak Versamark CS400 System Controller Software in a wide-format printing system such as the DS6240. • The Compact DS Main Board in the DT3 functions as the Kodak Versamark CD120 Data Station or Kodak Versamark CD130 Data Station in a wide-format printing system. • The DT3 print station software operates normally, monitoring all aspects of fluid controller operation. Operating procedures and controls are described in Chapter 2, “Operation.” 16 DS5600 Series Printing Systems
Chapter 2. Operation Operation of a Kodak Versamark DS5600 Series Printing System consists of the following procedures: • System Preparation • Startup Procedures • Controller Operation • Print Station Operation The Kodak Versamark CS150 System Controller Software is used to control the system. The CS150 can be used to control the fluid systems and data systems of narrow-format printers, but not Kodak Versamark DP5600 Series Print Stations. When a DP5600 print station is configured, the Fluid Controller Software that runs on the computer in the DP5600 print station must be used to control that fluid system and printhead. Note: If two DP5600 print stations are configured, each one must be operated using its own operator terminal. The first DP5600 shares the operator terminal of the CS150, but the second DP5600 has a separate operator terminal. The primary reference for all CS150 software procedures is the online Help (see “System Preparation”). Note: Systems ship with the current version of CS150 System Controller software (Version 4.0.2.0 as of publication of this guide). Systems with earlier versions of the software, including all versions called Kodak Versamark Mailscape Software, may not be compatible with the DS5600 series printing systems. Contact technical support for information on software upgrades. Operator Guide 17
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