media is positioned with a high resolution media encoder. This ensures
accurate and high quality prints on various core media.
Roll Media Hardware
Component
Function
1) Dual Foot Pedal
Switches
The dual foot pedal switches areused to control
media feed in both forward and reverse direc-
tions. Function varies depending on whether
media is loaded or unloaded.
2) Media Drive Cou-
plers
The couplers keep the media shafts in place and
engaged to the drive motor. In the open (hori-
zontal) position they allow the media shafts to
be removed.
3) Accessory Holder
Convenient storage for tape, cutting blade and
5mm hex key tool.
4) Take-up Media
Shaft
Supports the take-up media roll.
5) Supply Media Shaft
Supports the supply media roll.
6) Media Access Door
Provides access to the supply media for media
loading.
7) Media Cut Guide
Allows easy cutting of the media.
8) Media Tension Bar
Provides tension to ensure steady movement of
the media.
9) Vacuum Platen
Holds the roll media in place while an image is
printed.
10) Gimbal
Maintains alignment of the media on the take-
up shaft.
11) Capstan
Determines the location of the media for print-
ing and provides steady movement of the me-
dia.
NOTE
The capstan must always be clean and
smooth. Clean any kind of debris that
might collect on it, especially UV inks
(See RMO Maintenance section for
cleaning instructions).
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