User’s Guide CMP0006-02 EN
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Copyrights and Trademarks Copyrights and Trademarks No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Seiko Epson Corporation. The information contained herein is designed only for use with this Epson printer. Epson is not responsible for any use of this information as applied to other printers.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Contents Contents From Photoshop/Illustrator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . From other software applications. . . . . . . . . . . Load the T-shirt (media). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Replacing the Platen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Loading on the Platen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Adjusting the Height. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting and Canceling Printing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Contents Help for Users in Malaysia. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Help for Users in India. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97 Help for Users in the Philippines. . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Using the Control Panel Menu Menu Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Starting and Ending the Maintenance Mode Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Menu List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Menu Descriptions. . .
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction ❏ Keep the entire computer system away from potential sources of electromagnetic interference, such as loudspeakers or the base units of cordless telephones. Introduction ❏ Use only the type of power source indicated on the product’s label. Important Safety Instructions ❏ Use only the power cord that comes with this product. Use of another cord may result in fire or electric shock. Read all of these instructions before using the printer.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction ❏ Do not move the print heads by hand; otherwise you may damage this product. Note ❏ Always turn the product off using the Power button on the control panel. When this button is pressed, the Power light flashes briefly then goes off. Do not unplug the power cord or turn off the product until the Power light stops flashing. Operating System Versions In this documentation, the following abbreviations are used.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Printer Parts Front section A Printer cover Open when cleaning the inside of the printer. B Airflow vents Lets out air from the printer. Do not block the airflow vents. C Cartridge cover (left) Open when replacing or shaking ink cartridges. U “Replacing and Shaking Cartridges” on page 58 D Platen A plate for loading T-shirts. In addition to the one supplied with the printer, three more sizes are available as options.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction G Height adjustment lever Adjusts the height of the platen. The height can be selected from nine stages. U “Adjusting the Height” on page 35 H Fixing lever Fixes the height adjustment lever in place. You can adjust the angle of the lever. U “Adjusting the angle of the fixing lever” on page 36 I Cartridge cover (right) Open when replacing or shaking ink cartridges.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Interior A Carriage scale Guides the print head when it is operating. Except when performing maintenance, do not touch this as it could be damaged or soiled which may cause a malfunction. U “Cleaning the scale and replacing the filter” on page 61 B Carriage shaft A metal shaft that supports the carriage. Do not touch this during maintenance and so on; otherwise, a malfunction could occur. C Flushing pad The ink is ejected to here during flushing.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction F Anti-drying caps Caps that close the print head nozzles to prevent them from drying while not printing. Replace it if a message is displayed. U “Replacing the Head Cleaning Set” on page 52 G Suction cap Sucks out the ink during head cleaning to unclog the nozzles. H Wiper unit Wipes the ink from the print head nozzles. The wiper unit is a consumable product. Replace it if a message is displayed.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Rear section A AC inlet Connect the supplied power cable here. B Waste ink outlet (Left) An outlet for the waste ink tube. Waste ink is ejected from here. C Tube clamp A clamp that fixes the waste ink tube to the printer. Use the remaining clamps to secure the cables if necessary. See the Setup Guide for details on attaching and removing the clamp. D Waste ink bottle holder A holder to fix the waste ink bottle to the printer.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction I Data light Indicates the network connection status and data reception by lighting or flashing. On : Connected. Flashing : Receiving data. J Status light Indicates the network transmission speed by the color of the light. Green : 10Base-T Red : 100Base-T K USB port Connect the USB cable here. L Air inlet Lets in the air to cool down the printer. Do not block the air inlet.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Control panel A Plight (Power light) Indicates the printer's operational status by lighting or flashing. On : The power is on. Flashing : The printer is operating such as receiving data, shutting down, or moving the movable base. Off : The power is off. B P button (Power button) Turns the power on and off. C + button (Cancel button) If you press this button after print data has been sent, the Cancel Job confirmation screen is displayed.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction F l button If you press this button while the menu is displayed, you move back a step in the following order: setting value -> setting item -> menu. U “Menu Operations” on page 69 G u/d buttons (Up/Down buttons) When menus are displayed, these buttons can be used to select a setting item or a setting value. U “Menu Operations” on page 69 H Z button If you press this button while a setting value is selected in the menu, the value is set or executed.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction The waste ink bottle status is indicated as follows. Screen View : The height of the indicator corresponds to the remaining capacity. : The waste ink bottle is almost full. Prepare a new waste ink bottle. : The waste ink bottle is full. Replace the waste ink bottle with a new one. F Ink cartridge status Displays the ink cartridge status and the approximate level of ink remaining. The display changes as follows when the ink is low or an error occurs.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction 2 Ink color codes Features WH/CL : White/Cleaning Y : Yellow M : Magenta C : Cyan BK : Black The main features of this printer are described below. High Productivity High-speed printing High-speed printing has been achieved by adopting the MicroPiezoTF head that incorporates high density 360 dpi nozzles, and by optimizing the speed of the carriage and platen.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Achieving high density white printing High density white printing has been achieved by using White ink and pre-treatment liquid developed specially for Epson pigment ink textile printers. Notes on Usage and Storage Ease-of-Use Installation space Easy T-shirt loading and height adjustment The frame fixes the printing surface of the T-shirt securely on the platen. You can also adjust the height by simply moving the lever to the left or right.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction ❏ Do not bend or pull the waste ink tubes. Otherwise ink may leak inside or outside the printer. As well as the following, there are additional points to note when using White ink. Check the following points. ❏ The print head may not be capped (i.e., may not move to the right-hand side) if an error occurs and the printer is turned off without first resolving the error.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction ❏ If you remove an ink cartridge before it is empty, wipe off any ink that is stuck on the ink supply port using the cleaning stick in the supplied maintenance kit. If ink dries on the supply port, it may leak when it is reinstalled. Notes on Handling Cartridges Note the following points when handling cartridges to maintain good print quality. As well as the following, there are additional points to note when using White ink. Check the following points.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction ❏ Wash the ink tubes when a message is displayed to prevent print quality declining due to sedimentation in the tubes. ❏ Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol. ❏ Do not rub the printed surface against vinyl chloride based artificial leather. The colors may transfer to the leather. After washing, auto cleaning is performed to prevent nozzles from clogging. At this time, White ink and color inks are used to clean all of the nozzles.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Using the Software Contents of the Software Disc The supplied Software Disc contains the following software. Install as required. More information can be found in the Network Guide (pdf) and the software's online help. Note: ❏ The printer driver is not stored on the supplied software disc. You need the printer's Garment Creator software or software RIP to print.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Introduction Using EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2 Starting A Turn off the printer, and unplug the interface cable. B Click Programs - Uninstall a program on the Control Panel. C Select the software you want to remove and then click Uninstall/Change (or Change/Remove). Check that Standby is displayed on the printer's screen before starting EPSON LFP Remote Panel 2. Windows Start using one of the following methods.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Basic Printing Overview This section explains the basic workflow from preparing a T-shirt before printing to post-treatment after printing. Operation Item Description Reference Page Preparation Check items required in addition to the printer. U “Necessary Items” on page 25 Pre-treatment When printing with White ink, you need to apply pre-treatment liquid to the T-shirt. If the T-shirt is creased, apply the heat press to remove it.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Post-treatment Fixate the ink to the T-shirt.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Pure water (commercially available) Pure water, such as distilled and purified water, is used to dilute the pre-treatment liquid. Necessary Items To print on a T-shirt using this printer, you also need the following devices and parts. Prepare the necessary items according to your purpose. Pre-treatment liquid roller (option or commercially available) This is used to apply pre-treatment liquid to the T-shirts.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Pre-treatment !Caution: ❏ Always wear protective eyewear and gloves when applying the liquid. If you notice any creases on the T-shirt, use the heat press to iron them out before you start printing. When printing with White ink, apply the pre-treatment liquid. Once this is done, perform the printer preparations.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Disposal method Pre-treatment liquid is classified as industrial waste. Dispose of pre-treatment liquid according to your local laws and statutes such as entrusting it to an industrial waste disposal company. When handing over the pre-treatment liquid to the industrial waste disposal company, make sure you include the safety data sheet. C Remove the cap. D Remove the tap from the bag and check that the hole is visible.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Pouring Remove the cap from the tap, and then turn the lever until the hole is facing down. A If you do not dilute the pre-treatment liquid or make it too strong, the liquid leaves noticeable traces or the printed surface cracks after washing (the washing fastness deteriorates).
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing C B Squeeze the pre-treatment liquid out of the roller by pressing it against the edge of the tray, and apply the liquid evenly. We recommend applying to an area larger than the target print area. D Place the T-shirt on a flat surface, and then spray the pre-treatment liquid evenly over the print surface. We recommend applying to an area larger than the target print area. Fixate the pre-treatment liquid with the heat press.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Pre-treatm ent Liquid Applicatio n Area Temperatu re Time A4 and smaller 170 °C 45 secs. Larger than A4 170 °C 45 to 90*2 secs. B Pressure*1 U “Replacing and Shaking Cartridges” on page 58 4.2 N/cm2 C *1The optimum conditions vary depending on the type of heat press such as the manual adjustment type. Be sure to test the ink fixation result in advance to find the right pressure.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing A: Platen frame Creating and transmitting data B: Top section Printable area When creating an illustration to be printed, we recommend selecting sRGB colors rather than CMYK. sRGB colors are closer to the actual print results. After creating the data, use the printer's "Garment Creator" software to transmit it to the printer. Garment Creator is not stored on the software disc supplied. Type It can be downloaded from the Epson website. http://www.epson.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing From Photoshop/Illustrator Load the T-shirt (media) To print data created in Adobe Photoshop or Adobe Illustrator, open the data you want to print in the respective software and call Garment Creator to print. See the Garment Creator online help for more details. This section explains how to load a T-shirt (media) into the printer. This section explains how to load all platens except for sleeve platens.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing E U “Head Alignment” on page 47 Attach the platen frame again. Loading on the Platen A B Check that the platen is ejected forward. If it is not ejected, press the } button to move the platen forward. Remove the platen's frame. Important: c There may be lint on the T-shirt if you have not applied pre-treatment liquid. Remove the lint using the sticky tape or roller and press the fibers flat using the hard roller.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing G I Pull the T-shirt outside of the frame to remove any creases and slack. Tuck in the T-shirt around the frame so that it does not drape over the movable base. If the height sensor reacts while printing If pre-treatment liquid is not completely dry, under certain printing conditions or with some T-shirt materials, the print surface may swell due to the absorbed ink and the height sensor may react in the middle of printing.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing To adjust the height again, move the height adjustment lever to change the recommended position. Adjusting the Height The optimum height of the platen is one step lower than the position where Platen Height Error is displayed on the control panel. A B Check that the platen is ejected forward. If it is not ejected, press the } button to move the platen forward. Loosen the fixing lever under the platen.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing E Press the } button to move the platen into the printer. F Check that Platen Height Error is displayed on the control panel. If it is not displayed, repeat steps 1 to 5 by moving the height adjustment lever one step to the left to raise the platen. Continue to raise the platen until the error is displayed. G If Platen Height Error is displayed, repeat step 1 to 5 once more by moving the height adjustment lever one step to the right to lower the platen.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing B Starting and Canceling Printing Press the u/d buttons to highlight Yes, and then press the Z button. Printing stops immediately when the button is pressed, and data is deleted. Starting When the printer has finished receiving data, the x light turns on. Check that the T-shirt is loaded, and then press the x button. If the x light is off, the printer does not operate even if you press the x button.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Fixation conditions differ between the heat press and the oven. As the optimum conditions vary depending on the type of heat press or oven being used and the amount of ink, the following values are only a guide. If the ink is not fixated sufficiently, colors may come out in the wash or when rubbing against something. Post-treatment Because the ink has not been fixated after printing, you need a heat press or an oven to fixate the ink.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Basic Printing Type of Oven Conveyor type Temperature 160 °C* Time 3.5 to 4.5 minutes * Temperature of the fixating surface of the T-shirt. Not the internal temperature. If the surface of the T-shirt exceeds 180 °C, the T-shirt and the print surface may change color. Fixating White ink Type of Oven Temperature Time Batch type 160 °C 5 minutes Conveyor type 160 °C* 4.5 minutes * Temperature of the fixating surface of the T-shirt. Not the internal temperature.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Other Printing Methods Save the data in the root folder on the USB memory. If the data is saved in a sub-folder, it is not displayed even if the USB memory stick is connected to the printer. Other Printing Methods Data in the following condition is not displayed even when the USB memory stick is connected to the printer.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Other Printing Methods C Confirm that USB File List is highlighted, and then press the r button. D Confirm that Select Print File is highlighted, and then press the r button. E Press the u/d buttons to highlight the data you want to print, and then press the Z button. F Press the u/d buttons to set the number of copies, and then press the Z button. G Load the T-shirt on the platen, and then press the x button.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Other Printing Methods D Loosen the fixing lever. G Remove the three screws inside the height adjustment lever. Keep the removed screws in a safe place. E Remove the screw that secures the parallel adjustment plate. Keep the removed screws in a safe place. F H Remove the height adjustment lever. I Remove the labeled round part attached underneath the height adjustment lever. Remove the parallel adjustment plate.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Other Printing Methods J K L Tighten the fixing lever, and then secure the height adjustment lever. M Attach the platen. Attach the height adjustment lever. Do not attach the screw removed in step 7. Attach the parallel adjustment plate. Installing the Labeled Round Part Do not attach the screw removed in step 5. Follow the steps for removing the labeled round part in reverse order, and this time attach the round part and secure it with the screw.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Loading paper Maintenance This section explains how to load paper to print a nozzle check pattern. Prepare the following A4 or letter size media depending on the mode being used.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance E F Secure the paper with cellophane tape and so on to keep it in place. Check that the height adjustment lever is at the "P" position on the label. A Check that paper is loaded on the platen. B Press the - button. C Press the u/d buttons to highlight Nozzle Check, and then press the r button. D Press the Z button. E Check that paper is loaded, and then press the Z button again. If it is not at the "P" position, move the height adjustment lever.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance C Head cleaning levels You can select from three levels of head cleaning. Use light or medium for normal cleaning. Use heavy cleaning if you could not clear the clogged nozzle after cleaning with light or medium several times. Press the u/d buttons to highlight the method for cleaning the nozzle row, and then press the r button.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance ❏ Head Alignment (when there are vertical lines or faint text) G ❏ Offset Head Alignment (when you want to fine tune after performing Head Alignment) Check that T-shirt is loaded, and then press the Z button again. The check pattern is printed. H ❏ Feed Adjustment (when there are horizontal lines) This section explains how to visually check the check pattern and use Head Alignment to perform corrections.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Periodic Maintenance Suction cap When a message is displayed U “Cleaning Caps” on page 51 To maintain optimum print quality, as well as adjusting the print head and so on, you also need to clean and replace parts periodically. Scale cleaning When it is time to clean the carriage scale, a message is displayed on the control panel. When cleaning the carriage scale, you also need to replace the air filter.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance ❏ Protective eye-wear (commercially available) !Caution: ❏ Always wear protective eyewear and gloves Protects your eyes against ink and ink cleaner. during periodic cleaning. Should any waste ink or ink cleaner contact your skin or enter your eyes or mouth, immediately take the following actions: ❏ Maintenance kit (supplied with the printer) Necessary for cleaning the caps and around the print head.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance ❏ Do not touch the tip of the cleaning stick with your hand. Oils on your hand may compromise the cleaning ability. C Let the ink cleaner soak into the cleaning stick or cleaning cloth. Make sure that ink cleaner does not drip from the cleaning stick or cleaning cloth. ❏ Do not use water or organic solvents such as alcohol on the caps or the wiper unit and so on. If ink is mixed with water or alcohol, it may solidify.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance E Cleaning Caps When it is time to clean the suction cap, a message is displayed on the control panel. If you continue to use the printer without cleaning, the nozzles may clog and print quality may decline. Even if the message is not displayed, clean the caps if you notice they are soiled. If there is a lump or film of waste liquid stuck to the suction cap, remove it with the supplied pair of tweezers. c ❏Important: Do not rub the cap section hard.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance G I Wipe the outside of the suction cap with a large cleaning stick. Close the printer cover, and then press the Z button. When the print head returns to its normal position, the Settings menu closes. After you finish cleaning, we recommend checking for clogged nozzles. U “Checking for clogged nozzles” on page 44 Replacing the Head Cleaning Set When it is time to replace the head cleaning set, a message is displayed on the control panel.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance A Confirm that the printer is on, and then press the - button. D Place your fingers into the groove at the back of the wiper unit, and raise it a little towards you. E Grip the wiper unit and remove it. F Wrap the old wiper unit in the packaging of the new wiper unit. The Maintenance menu is displayed. B Press the d/u buttons to highlight Head Cleaning Set, and then press the r button. C Press the r button.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Disposal method The wiper unit is classified as industrial waste. Dispose of the wiper unit according to your local laws and statutes such as entrusting it to an industrial waste disposal company. When handing over the pre-treatment liquid to the industrial waste disposal company, make sure you include the safety data sheet. G J Press the lever towards you, and then lift the anti-drying cap to remove it.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance O D Press the u/d buttons to highlight Yes, and then press the Z button. Hold it at an angle and wait until the waste ink stops dripping from the flushing pad. If any waste ink drips into the printer, make sure you clean it up. Press the Z button to move the print head to the flushing pad replacement position. Flushing pad A Open the printer cover. E B Unpack the new flushing pad. C Carefully raise the tab on the flushing pad.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance White ink mode Setting (color) White ink Color Ink New cartridge ❏ White ink x2 ❏ Cleaning liquid x2 ❏ Cyan ink x1 ❏ Magenta ink x1 ❏ Yellow ink x1 ❏ Black ink x1 ❏ Cleaning liquid x4 Color ink mode G Close the printer cover. H Press the Z button. Setting (color) Color Ink When the print head returns to its normal position, the Settings menu closes.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance C Press the d/u buttons to highlight White Ink or Color Ink, and then press the r button. D Press the d/u buttons to highlight Yes, and then press the Z button. H Holding the cartridge with the label side facing out, slide it all the way into the slot. I Close the cartridge cover. J Press the Z button.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance C Replacing and Shaking Cartridges Put your finger into the indentation on top of the ink cartridge and pull it straight out. The printer cannot print unless all installed ink cartridges are available. If an ink low warning is displayed, we recommend replacing the ink cartridge(s) as soon as possible. If an ink cartridge runs out while printing, you can continue printing after replacing the ink cartridge.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance If you need to replace or shake another ink cartridge, repeat steps 3 to 5. White ink Important: c Install ink cartridges into all slots. The printer cannot print unless ink cartridges are installed in all slots. F When replacing Approx. 50 times for per side (for approx. 15 seconds) Disposing of Waste Ink After installing in printer Daily, approx. 25 times per side (for approx.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance !Caution: ❏ Always wear protective eyewear and gloves Note: If you have replaced the waste ink bottle before a message is displayed on the control panel telling you to do so, reset the Waste Ink Counter from the Maintenance menu. when applying the liquid. Should any waste ink contact your skin or enter your eyes or mouth, immediately take the following actions: U “Maintenance” on page 72 - If ink adheres to your skin, immediately wash it off using soapy water.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance B C Remove the waste ink tube from the used waste ink bottle, and insert it into the new waste ink bottle taking care not to spill any waste ink. E Place the caps onto the used waste ink bottle. Press the Z button. If you replace the bottle before the replacement message is displayed on the control panel, press the - button and reset the Waste Ink Counter.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance B Open the printer cover. c ❏Important: Do not pull the carriage scale with excessive force. If it is pulled with too much force, the right section may detach. C Let the ink cleaner soak into the cleaning cloth (one) supplied with the new air filter. U “Using ink cleaner” on page 50 D Use the cleaning cloth soaked in ink cleaner to wipe away ink that has stuck to the carriage scale. (1) Hold down the scale on the left-hand side.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance H Put the old air filter into the bag of the new air filter. Buttons that are used in the following operations U “Disposing of Used Consumables and Optional Parts” on page 50 A I Let the ink cleaner soak into a new, large cleaning stick. U “Using ink cleaner” on page 50 Attach the new air filter. B Insert the two teeth at the end of the filter into the holes in the printer, and then press down until you hear the tab click into place.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance F (1) Wipe the edges at the front and rear of the nozzle surface. After the print head has moved to the maintenance position, place a metal or plastic tray, or paper under the print head. This prevents ink from dripping and soiling the printer. (2) Wipe the parts on the left and right of the nozzle surface. G While looking into the print head below the control panel, clean around the nozzle surface.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance D Cleaning the platen path for the print head Perform this operation when printing is not completed normally, even if you have performed head cleaning. If printing is not performed normally even after performing head cleaning, fibers, such as lint, may be stuck to the platen path for the print head. Important: c Do not apply force to the gears shown below when cleaning. A malfunction may occur.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance E Wipe the border of the metal on the right of the flushing pad. Buttons that are used in the following operations A Confirm that the printer is on, and then press the - button. The Maintenance menu is displayed. F Wipe off areas that were wiped with a wet cloth using a dry, soft cloth. G Close the printer cover. B Press the d/u buttons to highlight Replace White Ink, and then press the r button.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Mode Used White Ink Unused Period Notes Two weeks or more Replace the White ink with a Cleaning cartridge (change to color ink mode) E U “Replacing the waste ink bottle” on page 60 U “Replacing White Ink” on page 66 Color Ink High-speed color One month or more The next time you turn on the printer, follow the instructions on the control panel to install the ink cartridges.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Maintenance Cleaning the Printer To maintain the printer in optimum condition, you need to perform periodic cleaning. Clean the platen and the platen frame using the same procedure. A Check that the platen is ejected forward. If it is not ejected, press the } button to move the platen forward. B Make sure the printer is turned off and the screen has turned off, and then unplug the power cable from the electrical outlet.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Using the Control Panel Menu Menu Operations The steps for displaying the various menus are shown below. * The operation performed when you press the Z button depends on the selected item. Starting and Ending the Maintenance Mode Menu The Maintenance Mode is not displayed by using the menu operations mentioned above. Menu operations after starting are the same as the above. Starting Hold down the + button, and then hold down the P button.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Menu List The items and options available in the menu are described below. See the reference pages for more details on each item. * High-speed color mode is not supported.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Menu Setting Item Printer Status Level U “Printer Status” on page 75 Setting Ink Head Cleaning Set Administrator Menu U “Administrator Menu” on page 76 Firmware Version xxxxxxx,x.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Menu Descriptions USB File List *1 indicates the default settings Setting Item Setting Description x to xxx (1*1) If the data on the connected USB memory stick is supported, the name of the data file is displayed with up to 23 single-byte characters. If data is transmitted to the printer that is connected with the USB memory stick, the data is saved as "Epson_repeat_print.prn" on the USB memory stick.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Setting Item Selected Nozzles Setting Description Execute (Light)*1 Find the number of the patterns with faint or missing areas on the check pattern sheet, specify all rows or specific nozzle rows containing the numbers, and clean the print head. Execute (Medium) All Nozzles Execute (Heavy) Selected Nozzles allows you to select the nozzle rows to be cleaned. All Nozzles cleans all of the nozzles in the print head.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Setting Item Setting Description Prolonged Storage Yes If you do not use the printer for one month or more, replace the ink with Cleaning liquid to prevent print quality from declining due to ink sedimentation. Prepare Cleaning cartridges and waste ink bottles in advance. No*1 U “Prolonged Storage” on page 66 If you do not use White ink for two weeks or more, use Replace White Ink instead of this setting.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Print Logs Setting Item Setting Description Print Job Log Sheet Print Press the Z button to print the job log. See the following for information on loading paper. U “Loading paper” on page 44 Notes on ink consumption This is a simple tool for estimating ink consumption for a given print job. EPSON DOES NOT WARRANT ACCURACY.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Administrator Menu *1 indicates the default settings Setting Item Setting Description Auto*1 Panel Select whether to use DHCP to set the IP address (Auto), or to set the address manually (Panel). When you select Panel, set the IP Address, Subnet Mask, and Default Gateway. Contact your system administrator for these values. Print Prints a list of the current network settings.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Using the Control Panel Menu Setting Item Setting Description Reset All Settings Yes Select Yes to revert all setting values to their default values expect for the following. No*1 ❏ Date & Time ❏ Language ❏ Maintenance Mode Even if you perform a reset, the mode currently being used (White ink mode, Color ink mode, High-speed color mode) is not changed. Maintenance Mode See the following for more information on starting Maintenance Mode.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver Problem Solver What to Do When a Message Is Displayed If the printer displays one of the messages shown below, refer to the solution listed and take the necessary steps. Message What to do Ink Cartridge Error Ink cartridge cannot be recognized. Insert again or replace ink cartridge. ❏ Ink Cartridge Error Ink cartridge cannot be detected. Insert again or replace ink cartridge. ❏ Ink Low The ink is low. Have a new ink cartridge ready.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver Message What to do USB Memory Error Failed to write to USB memory. The USB memory may be in one of the following conditions. ❏ The USB memory is damaged ❏ The USB memory was removed while data was being written ❏ There is not enough free space or the number of saved files has reached the maximum limit U “USB memory requirements” on page 40 Check that the USB memory is not damaged and that there is enough free space.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver Message What to do Call For Service XXXX Error XXXX Power off and then on. If this doesn't work, note the code and call for service. A call for service occurs when: ❏ The power cable is not connected securely ❏ An error that cannot be cleared occurs When a call for service has occurred, the printer automatically stops printing. Turn off the printer, disconnect the power cable both from the outlet and from the printer, and then reconnect.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver You cannot print in the network environment. Troubleshooting You cannot print (because the printer does not work) o Ask your network administrator for the network settings. The printer does not turn on. o o Is there a problem with the power outlet? Make sure your outlet works by connecting the power cable for another electric product. The printer has an error. o The printer is not communicating with the computer.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver The nozzle check pattern is not printed correctly. o Print results are not what you expected Perform head cleaning. Print quality is poor, uneven, too light, or too dark, or there are lines in the prints. The nozzles may be clogged. Clean the print head and print the check pattern again. U “Cleaning the print head” on page 45 Clean the platen path for the print head if performing head cleaning several times does not clear the problem.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver o Are you using old ink cartridges? o The print quality declines if you use old ink cartridges. Replace them with new ones. We recommend using ink cartridges before the expiry date printed on the package (within a year once it is installed in the printer). o As it is difficult to force the ink to remain on the surface of the T-shirt, misalignment appears as lines in Auto (bi-directional) printing depending on the unevenness of the T-shirt surface.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver o Is there any lint or standing fibers on the print surface? o Lint or standing fibers on the print surface may stick to the print head and stain other areas of the T-shirt. Remove any lint with the sticky tape or roller and press the fibers flat with a hard roller when you load a T-shirt on the platen. The temperature of the heat press decreases when you press a T-shirt that has had pre-treatment liquid applied.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver Platen Height Error is displayed while printing o The printer status and log are printed over the edges of the paper Are you printing data over the entire print area that requires a large amount of ink? o The print surface swells when you print data that requires a large amount of ink, and it may trigger the height position sensor. If this occurs, try loading the T-shirt as shown below.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Problem Solver There is a red light inside the printer o This is not a failure. The light is a light inside the printer. I have forgotten the network password o If you have forgotten the password created during network setup, perform Restore Settings from the control panel's menu list.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Appendix Appendix Options and Consumable Products The following options and consumable products are available for use with your printer. (As of December, 2013) For the latest information, see the Epson Web site.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Appendix U “Replacing and Shaking Cartridges” on page 58 Others Product name Product number Explanation Cleaning cartridge T7360 For washing the print head and washing the tubes. Pre-treatment Liquid T7361 20 liters. Dilute before use. U “Using Pre-treatment Liquid” on page 26 Maintenance Kit T7362 The same as the maintenance kit supplied with the printer.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Appendix Notes When Moving or Transporting the Printer Preparing to Move This section explains how to move the printer on the same floor without any changes in the floor level. See the following for instructions on moving the printer to another floor or building. This section explains how to move or transport the printer. U “Transporting the Printer” on page 90 !Caution: ❏ Do not attempt to carry the printer on your Your hands may be soiled by waste ink.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Appendix E Adjust the print head misalignments, and then check the print quality. U “Correcting the print misalignment” on page 46 Transporting the Printer E When transporting the printer, protect the printer from shock and vibration using the protective materials and packing materials used when it was initially delivered after preparing the printer for the move. Insert parts removed during the setup.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Appendix System Requirements Specifications Table The following describes the system requirements necessary to install and use the software for this printer. Printer Specifications Printing method On-demand ink jet Windows Nozzle configuration Operating System (32/64 bit compatible) Windows XP/Windows Vista/ CPU Core 2 Duo 2.0 GHz or better Memory 1 GB or more HDD 32 GB or more available space Interface 2 ports of Hi-Speed USB-Compatible with the USB 2.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Appendix Printer Specifications Ink Specifications Temperature Temperature Operating: 10 to 35 °C Storage (before unpacking): -20 to 60 °C (within 120 hours at 60 °C, within one month at 40 °C) In storage (in package) and after installation in printer: -20 to 40 °C (within 4 days at -20 °C, a month at 40 °C) Storage (after unpacking): -20 to 40 °C (within one month at 40 °C) Humidity (without condensation) Operating: 10 to 35 °C Transporting (in package): -20 to 60 °C
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Appendix Pre-treatment liquid specifications Dimensions (W) 300 x (D) 300 x (H) 300 mm Ink cleaner specifications Expiry date See the date printed on the package (at normal temperature) Temperature Operating: 10 to 35 °C In storage (in package): -20 to 40 °C (within 4 days at -20 °C, a month at 40 °C) Transporting (in package): -20 to 60 °C (within 4 days at -20 °C, a month at 40 °C, 72 hours at 60 °C) Capacity 150 ml Standards and Approvals Safety UL 60950-1 CAN/CSA
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Where To Get Help Where To Get Help Contacting Epson Support Technical Support Web Site Before Contacting Epson If your Epson product is not operating properly and you cannot solve the problem using the troubleshooting information in your product documentation, contact Epson support services for assistance. If Epson support for your area is not listed below, contact the dealer where you purchased your product.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Where To Get Help Help for Users in North America Help for Users in Europe Epson provides the technical support services listed below. Check your Pan-European Warranty Document for information on how to contact Epson support. Internet Support Help for Users in Australia Visit Epson’s support website at http://epson.com/ support and select your product for solutions to common problems.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Where To Get Help ❏ Sales enquiries and product information We encourage you to have all the relevant information on hand when you ring. The more information you prepare, the faster we can help solve the problem. This information includes your Epson product documentation, type of computer, operating system, application programs, and any information you feel is required.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Where To Get Help Bandung Lippo Center 8th floor Jl. Gatot Subroto No.2 Bandung Technical Support Hotline You can also contact our technical staff at the following telephone and fax numbers: Phone/Fax: (62) 22-7303766 Surabaya Hitech Mall lt IIB No. 12 Jl. Kusuma Bangsa 116 – 118 Surabaya Phone:(62) 31-5355035 Fax: (62)31-5477837 Yogyakarta Hotel Natour Garuda Jl. Malioboro No.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Where To Get Help World Wide Web (http://www.epson.co.in) Information on product specifications, drivers for download, and products enquiry are available. Epson India Head Office - Bangalore Phone: 080-30515000 Fax: 30515005 Trunk Line: (63-2) 706 2609 Fax: (63-2) 706 2665 Helpdesk Direct Line: (63-2) 706 2625 E-mail: epchelpdesk@epc.epson.com.ph World Wide Web (http://www.epson.com.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms Software License Terms Bonjour This printer product includes the open source software programs which apply the Apple Public Source License Version1.2 or its latest version ("Bonjour Programs"). We provide the source code of the Bonjour Programs pursuant to the Apple Public Source License Version1.2 or its latest version until five (5) years after the discontinuation of same model of this printer product.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms 1.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms 2.4 Third Party Rights. You expressly acknowledge and agree that although Apple and each Contributor grants the licenses to their respective portions of the Covered Code set forth herein, no assurances are provided by Apple or any Contributor that the Covered Code does not infringe the patent or other intellectual property rights of any other entity.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms 9. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.
SC-F2000 Series User’s Guide Software License Terms 13.2 Relationship of Parties. This License will not be construed as creating an agency, partnership, joint venture or any other form of legal association between or among You, Apple or any Contributor, and You will not represent to the contrary, whether expressly, by implication, appearance or otherwise. 13.3 Independent Development.
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