NovaJet PRO 600e
18 Quick Start
Printing the color test
Printing the color test verifies a proper manual prime and that pressure is set properly.
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To print the color test
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Be sure media is loaded in the printer.
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Select Utility Menu/Service Menu/Diagnostics/Color Test.
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Change the color test percentage to 100% and press OK.
The test prints.
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Verify that all bands print a solid pattern. This indicates that the cartridges
were properly primed. If it doesn't print a solid pattern, run the color test
again.
Printing the prime pattern
Before printing and at regular intervals during printing, the printer wipes the ink cartridge
jets at the service station. This function is user selectable during printing or between
prints. Still, ink cartridge jets can become clogged, especially with prolonged exposure to
the air or with non-use. Printing the Prime pattern helps to clear the jets and to check that
the ink cartridges fire properly. ENCAD recommends that you print the prim pattern daily
to ensure the best possible print quality.
The printer includes a feature called Open Jet Detection and Compensation. This feature
helps maintain optimal print quality and gives you the confidence to print long, unat-
tended jobs. During multi-pass printing, the printer will automatically compensate for jets
found to be electrically damaged. The only intervention needed is to verify that there are
no clogged jets and then choose which print mode is most appropriate for your needs.
This is done by printing the Prime test pattern and then setting the print mode accord-
ingly.
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To print the prime pattern
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With media loaded, press Utility/Prime.
A test pattern prints. It should be smooth with no obvious banding.
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If the printed results are unsatisfactory, run the test several more times to
unclog the inkjet nozzles.