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TechPlanet DVD Version 7 N.2—10 Jul 2008
02 Jul 2008: Troubleshooting: "The get of 94.487999 from the res motor table failed..." error appears in ThermoFlex Controller More...
The error appears when imaging a TIFF file or calibration test with a resolution of 2400/94.488.
Go to "The get of 94.487999 from the res motor table failed..." under Error messages on the Troubleshooting page.
01 Jul 2008: FCO 512-00511A: Slow motor belt tension for ThermoFlex Mid II devices More...
Install the slow motor belt tension assembly to reduce noisy operation of the clutch system and help prevent the clutch shaft from breaking.
Go to 512-00511A on the FCO page.
24 Jun 2008: FCO 512-00506A: ThermoFlex Controller version 2.03.355.003 for ThermoFlex Mid II devices More...
Install ThermoFlex Controller version 2.03.355.003 to prevent error messages about startup log and calibrating and exposing TIFF files in a resolution of 2400.
Go to 512-00506A on the FCO page.
24 Jun 2008: Release notes for Controller version 2.03.355.003 for ThermoFlex Mid II devices More...
Controller version 2.03.355.003 includes improvements such as support for Omron interlocks, online help, generation of UDRC-related messages, and reduced occurence of startup log-related error messages.
Go to ThermoFlex Controller Version 2.03.355.003 (XP) Release Notes under Release notes on the Reference page.
16 Jun 2008: Troubleshooting: "DDB returned illegal buffer length" message appears on ThermoFlex Mid 4045 and Mid 4048 devices More...
After installing the UDRC sensor and updating the ThermoFlex Controller software version, the error message appears.
Go to DDB returned illegal buffer length under Error messages on the Troubleshooting page.
16 Jun 2008: Updated FCO 512-00425A: UDRC sensor for ThermoFlex Mid and Mid II devices More...
The updated FCO includes instructions on the necessary wiring changes for the L-box for ThemoFlex Mid 4045 and Mid 4048 devices, and a note not to implement this FCO on devices that have a Local2 board.
Go to 512-00425A on the FCO page.
05 Jun 2008: Parts list for loading and unloading Offset and Magnetic Drum options for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid More...
Offset and Magnetic Drum option loading and unloading components are now listed separately to make part finding easier.
Go to Offset and Magnetic Drum loading/unloading components under Loading/unloading on the Parts/Tools page.
06 Mar 2008: FCO 512-0466A: UDRC upgrade for ThermoFlex Mid devices More...
Kodak no longer supplies the Fuchs debris removal system. Discuss the best Universal Debris Removal Cabinet (UDRC) solution with your customer, and then order the required UDRC.
Go to 512-00466A on the FCO page.
04 Mar 2008: Offset upgrade for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid devices More...
ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid platesetters can now be upgraded to image offset plates as well as flexo plates.
Go to Offset Upgrade for ThermoFlex Narrow and Mid II Hybrid Platesetters under Upgrades on the Procedures page.
03 Mar 2008: FCO 512-00477A: Drum driver and distribution board on ThermoFlex Mid and Mid II devices More...
To help resolve the error messages "Drum go to position" or "Speed time out", replace the drum driver and distribution board.
Go to 512-00477A on the FCO page.
TechPlanet DVD Version 7 N.1—15 Feb 2008
12 Feb 2008: FCO 512-00454A: Optic Lens 1:3 on ThermoFlex Mid and Mid II devices More...
The optic lens 1:3 assembly improves image quality and makes calibration easier.
Go to 512-00454A on the FCO page.
20 Dec 2007: FCO 512-00425A: UDRC sensor on ThermoFlex Mid devices More...
In case of a UDRC malfunction, the sensor causes ThermoFlex Controller to generate a warning message. In addition, the sensor helps to reduce the waste of filters. You may need to replace the nozzle to support the UDRC sensor, as described in the previous news item.
Go to 512-00425A on the FCO page.
20 Dec 2007: Replacing the debris removal nozzle assembly on ThermoFlex Mid devices More...
To enable support of the UDRC sensor, replace the earlier debris removal nozzle with the debris removal nozzle assembly that includes anti-collision detectors.
Go to Debris Removal Nozzle Assembly Replacement under Parts replacment on the Procedures page.
12 Dec 2007: Translations of Safety Precautions for Operators More...
The updated translations for Mid II Hybrid and ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid platesetters using flexo, offset, and steel-backed plates now include remote support safety precautions, among other improvements and updates.
Go to the Safety page.
27 Nov 2007: Safety Alert: UDRC Fire Hazard with Flexographic Media More...
A safety alert has been issued that details the background on and required actions for a UDRC fire hazard related to flexographic media.
Go to the UDRC Fire Hazard with Flexographic Media Safety Alert, available from the UDRC Safety page.
05 Nov 2007: Preventive Maintenance: Desired vacuum pressure range for ThermoFlex Mid devices More...
The vacuum pressure (without plate) should be 0.1-0.12 bars (3-3.5 in. of mercury), or 0.82-0.88 bars (24.2-26 in. of mercury) with a plate on the drum.
Go to Detailed Maintenance Procedure on the Maintenance
page.
TechPlanet DVD Version 6 N.3—01 Nov 2007
29 Oct 2007: Download: ThermoFlex Controller software version 2.02.354.005 More...
ThermoFlex Controller software version 2.02.354.005 for ThermoFlex Mid II platesetters with Windows XP operating system is now available.
Go to ThermoFlex Controller 2.02.354.005 under Updates on the Downloads
page.
29 Oct 2007: Download: ThermoFlex Controller software version 1.32.350.004 More...
ThermoFlex Controller software version 1.32.350.004 for ThermoFlex Mid platesetters with Windows 95 operating system is now available.
Go to ThermoFlex Controller 1.32.350.004 under Updates on the Downloads
page.
25 Oct 2007: Troubleshooting: Controller crashes after a software update on ThermoFlex Mid II platesetters More...
After updating software, the message "This program has performed an illegal action..." appears, and ThermoFlex Controller crashes on Mid II devices with the Windows XP operating system.
Go to Controller Crashes After a Software Update on Mid II Devices under Performance on the Troubleshooting
page.
24 Oct 2007: FCO 512-00479A for ThermoFlex Controller version 1.32.350.004 for Windows 95 More...
Version 1.32.350.004 supports the vacuum sensor and reduced minimum
drum speed, in addition to other improvements.
Go to 512-00479A on the FCO
page.
24 Oct 2007: Safety Precautions for Service and for Operators for ThermoFlex Narrow and Mid II Hybrid More...
The updated safety documents now include remote support safety precautions,
and highlight the sources of, means of protection from, and prevention of potential
hazards for hybrid platesetters using flexo, offset, and steel-backed plates.
Each document replaces the four previous documents for ThermoFlex Narrow and
Mid, and Narrow and Mid Offset.
Go to ThermoFlex Narrow and Mid II Hybrid Safety Precautions for Operators and ThermoFlex Narrow and Mid II Hybrid Safety Precautions for Service on the Safety
page.
21 Oct 2007: Release notes for ThermoFlex Controller version 1.32.350.004 for Windows 95 More...
Version 1.32.350.004 includes support for UDRC vacuum sensor, carriage moving
to HP when the top door is opened, and reduced minimum drum speed.
Go to ThermoFlex Controller Version 1.32.350.004 (95) Release Notes under Release notes on the Reference
page.
11 Sep 2007: FCO 512-00464A for ThermoFlex Controller version 2.02.354.005 for Windows XP More...
Version 2.02.354.005 includes support for 24, 32, and 48 beams, reduced minimum
drum speed, and online help for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid.
Go to 512-00464 on the FCO
page.
11 Sep 2007: Release notes for ThermoFlex Controller version 2.02.354.005 for Windows XP More...
Version 2.02.354.005 includes support for 24, 32, and 48 beams, reduced minimum
drum speed, and online help for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid.
Go to ThermoFlex Controller Version 2.02.354.005 (XP) Release Notes under Release notes on the Reference
page.
19 Aug 2007: Troubleshooting: TIFF stops exposing and stop spirals occur on ThermoFlex Mid II platesetters More...
This may indicate a defective Strobe-7 board.
Go to TIFF
stops exposing and stop spirals occur under Exposing on the Troubleshooting
page.
13 Aug 2007: Density to Dot Area Conversion Chart for calibrating ThermoFlex Mid II devices More...
Go to Density to Dot Area Conversion Chart on the Reference page.
TechPlanet DVD Version 6 N.2—01 Jun 2007
06 Jun 2007: Updated: UDRC Filter Replacement on ThermoFlex Mid devices More...
When the filter needs to be replaced, a UDRC vacuum sensor on the ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid nozzle generates a message and eliminates the need to keep track of the imaged area. Go to UDRC Filter Replacement on ThermoFlex Mid and Narrow Devices on the Reference page.
29 May 2007: Translations of the ITPC for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid More...
Find the translations of the Installation Test Procedure Checklist (ITPC) for customers under Acceptance on the Installation page.
15 May 2007: Hybrid-specific parts incorporated into parts lists for ThermoFlex Mid II platesetters More...
The hybrid-specific spare parts have been incorporated into the relevant parts lists. For example, registration pins and pin holders now appear in the loading/unloading parts list, and registration bars now appear in the drum parts list. Find hybrid spare parts under the relevant part list on the Parts/tools page.
13 May 2007: Troubleshooting: Wavy lines appear on the image in the subscan direction on ThermoFlex Mid II platesetters More...
Wavy lines on the image in the subscan direction may indicate that the edge of the V-groove is not at the proper distance from the optic lens, or that the optic lens is defective. Find this item under Imaging on the Troubleshooting page.
08 May 2007: Translations of the ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid Visual Reference Guide More...
Find the VRG translations under User guides on the Reference page.
08 May 2007: Translations of the ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid With Offset Option Safety Precautions Addendum More...
Find the addendum translations under User on the Safety page.
07 May 2007: Translations of the Site Preparation Guide for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid platesetters More...
Find the translations under Site preparation on the Installation page.
30 Apr 2007: Site Preparation Guide for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid platesetters More...
The updated ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid Site Preparation Guide is now available. Find this item under Site preparation on the Installation page.
23 Apr 2007: Training movie: Loading offset plates on ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid platesetters More...
Training Movie: Loading Offset Plates on ThermoFlex Hybrid Platesetters is now available. Find this item under Training on the Reference page.
02 Apr 2007: Replacing the loading table locker spring and bearing on the ThermoFlex Mid II platesetter More...
Replacing the loading table locker spring and bearing helps ensure that the loading table locks into the open position and stays open during full format plate loading. Find this item under Parts replacement/installation on the Procedures page.
02 Apr 2007: Troubleshooting: During loading, the loading table slides toward the drum and does not remain open on the ThermoFlex Mid II platesetter More...
If the ThermoFlex Mid II loading table slides toward the drum during loading, particularly with full format plates, you may need to replace the locker spring or adjust the loading table. Find this item under Loading on the Troubleshooting page.
02 Apr 2007: Troubleshooting: The loading table is stuck and requires force to close on the ThermoFlex Mid II platesetter More...
If the ThermoFlex Mid II loading table is stuck in open position and you need to apply force to close it, you may need to replace the right rear stopper assembly or adjust the loading table. Find this item under Loading on the Troubleshooting page.
01 Apr 2007: Visual Reference Guide (VRG) for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid platesetters More...
The ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid Visual Reference Guide (VRG) is now available. This guide illustrates user operations such as media loading and unloading, and basic maintenance and troubleshooting. Find this item under User Guides on the Reference page.
07 Mar 2007: Troubleshooting: The drum does not rotate during loading or unloading on the ThermoFlex Mid II platesetter More...
If the ThermoFlex Mid II drum does not rotate when you press the Rotate Drum button during loading or unloading, you may need to replace the setscrews in the loading motor gear wheel. Find this item under Drum on the Troubleshooting page.
26 Feb 2007: ThermoFlex Controller version 2.01.354.011 release notes for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid More...
The finalized ThermoFlex Controller Version 2.01.354.011 (XP) Release Notes document for devices with the Windows XP operating system is now available. Find this item under Release Notes on the Reference page.
27 Feb 2007: ITP (Installation Test Procedure) for Service and ITPC (checklist) for Customers for ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid More...
The finalized ITP (Installation Test Procedure) for Service for ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid and Mid II Hybrid and ITPC (Installation Test Procedure Checklist) for Customers for ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid and Mid II Hybrid are now available. These documents are relevant for both Flexo and Offset plates on ThermoFlex Mid II Hybrid devices. The translations of the ITPC will be available in 1-2 months. Find these items under Acceptance on the Installation page.
TechPlanet DVD Version 6 N.1—22 Feb 2007
11 Feb 2007: Replacing the power supply with a different type of power supply on ThermoFlex Mid (all versions) platesetters More...
Replacing the Power Supply with the New Type of Power Supply describes how to replace the 300 W 24-beam power supply with a different power supply. Find this item under Parts replacement/installation on the Procedures page.