Oce Arizona 500, User Manual

Page: 149 / 156

7/26/04 C-11
Firmware release version 2.2 for the Océ Arizona 500 contains a number of enhancements designed
to aid in the efficient operation of the printer.
Ink Low Indicator
This latest version of firmware incorporates new intelligent ink use algorithms that enable
the firmware to “learn” the Ink Use patterns of a printer. From the
Ink Menu
, the user can
select the threshold (ink low level) that determines when to alert the operator to check a
specific ink. The factory default is 35%.
When a bottle of ink is replaced, it is important for the operator to scan the bar code on the
new bottle of ink. This will “teach” the printer at what level of activity the ink bottle was
“empty.” Do not reduce the threshold (ink low level) to less than 35% until the printer has
“learned” the levels of all six inks. It will take up to three complete bottles of ink, PER
COLOR, to accurately learn the ink use parameters of a specific printer.
IMPORTANT NOTE: If service is performed on the printer that changes or replaces
the ink pumps, the threshold should be reset to 35% until the printer re-learns the Ink
Use characteristics of the new pump(s).
Blotting Cloth Usage
The Océ Arizona 500 control panel now displays the percentage of Blotting Cloth
Remaining. This will provide information for the operator to accurately judge when to
change the cloth without negatively impacting production.