Step 2: Setting the Heater Temperature

The print heater and dryer temperatures can be set as needed.

Setting the temperature of the print heater appropriately improves ink adhesion and inhibits smudging.

Setting the temperature of the dryer appropriately also makes the ink dry fast.

  • With the default settings, the temperature rises to the Standby Heater Temperature when the power turns on. On completion of media setup, the temperature rises to the set value.

  • Depending on the usage environment, the temperature of the dryer may become higher than the set temperature, but this does not represent a problem.

Procedure
  1. Check that the Heater Power check box is selected.

    VG3_Panel_HeaterPower_on
  2. Tap AP-640_Panel_Icon_MINUS or AP-640_Panel_Icon_PLUS to set the Print Heater or Dryer temperature.
    If the ink forms lumps or smudges, raise the temperature. Note, however, that a temperature that is too high may degrade the media or cause it to wrinkle.
  3. Tap Save and Proceed.
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    • Default setting:
      • Print Heater: 40°C (104°F)
      • Dryer: 50°C (122°F)

    • You can also make this setting in the software RIP. When you have made the setting in the software RIP, the software RIP's setting is used.