Printing on a Cylindrical Object
The rotary axis unit is used to print on a cylindrical object (media) while it is rotated.
If the media has a small diameter, reduce the number of nozzles (the feed length) to use. Measure the diameter of the media in advance.Depending on the model you are using, this setting may be disabled.
Procedure
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Perform the operation shown below according to what is being set.
- Job: Double-click the job to open the Job Settings window.
- Queue folder: Click
for the queue folder.
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Click
.
- Select Rotary for Media Type.
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Click
.
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Use Rotary Controls to set the number of nozzles to use in printing.
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Click OK.
- Any changes made in Job Settings will be applied.
- When changes are made in Queue Properties:
- A message that printing settings will be overwritten appears. Click Yes.
- To apply the changes to a job already in the queue folder, select the job and click
. The changes are reflected in the layout area of the top window.
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Click
.
Processing by the RIP and printing are performed.