Parts information is now posted on TechPlanet. See the Engine parts page for details.

The Punch vacuum cup test procedure is now available. This procedure also describes how to replace the vacuum cups. To download this procedure, see the Procedures page.

The MCU parts page has been updated with the cassette location springs and the drawings for the MCU panel kits. See the MCU parts page for details.

The punch parts page has been updated to include BOMs. See the Punch page for details.

Updated versions of the visual reference guide translations have been posted. See the Reference page for details.

This upgrade fixes a flaw in the Magnus VLF bridge where the safety loop can be inadvertently disconnected when someone leans on the front bridge panel. The problem is solved by adding a mechanical latch to the top panel. See the FCOs page for details.

The fan box bracket change is to improve shin panel installation. See the FCOs page for details.

This FCO consists of two parts: Mechanical upgrade and Cable upgrade. See the FCOs page for details.

Two new documents are now available for download:

• MDRC and Plate Funnel Cable Upgrade
• UDRC to MDRC Upgrade

See the Procedures page for details.

See the Troubleshooting page for details.

See the Troubleshooting page for details.

The registration probe assembly on some devices have incorrect registration pins installed—the pins must not be flat and must be pointed as shown in the photo below.

Devices MT169 to MT234 (especially MT200 to MT234) are likely to have the incorrect pins. During the next site visit to the devices listed above, inspect the registration pins. If the wrong pins are installed, replace the registration probe assembly (500-02855A) AND the registration contact block (50-2643A). See the Engine parts page and the Procedures page for details. Devices that are experiencing registration problems must be inspected as soon as possible and the parts listed above replaced if the wrong pins are installed. Also, because service stock was compromised for some time, any devices that have recently had the registration probe assembly replaced must be checked immediately.

The front hood parts page has been updated with the addition of the gas struts. See the Hood parts page for details.

Possible errors caused by this problem include:

• 100160: Workflow timeout
• 40002: CAN BUS communication error

See the Troubleshooting page for details.

This driver enables communication between the workstation and the GMCE board via the USB port. Download it here: GMCE FTDI Driver or from the GMCE Info page under Workstation Changes.

Error #40729: MDHENG2: Drum vacuum timeout. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

A new procedure is available that describes what to look for when inspecting the MCU jackscrew nut for wear or damage. This inspection is not a replacement for the jackscrew nut measurement procedure, but is intended to be a quick inspection until the nut measurement can be done. To download the inspection procedure, see the Procedures page.

Error #35780: Emergency off fuse (SY_&AbortFuse) not detected. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

This FCO is to upgrade devices MT095 and earlier from TH2 carriages to universal carriages. See the FCOs page for details.

Series 3 device information is now available on TechPlanet. See the Overview page for details.

The MCU braked motor upgrade document is now available. The new motor incorporates a brake to prevent the MCU forks from moving downwards if the jackscrew friction is low. See the Procedures page for details.

The MCU parts page has been updated with guide rod and cylinder parts information for both chin type and FPL type MCUs. See the MCU parts page for details.

The MCU jackscrew nut upgrade document has been updated to reflect new tolerance setup procedures. See the Procedures page for details.

The DM Picker parts page has been updated with service-stocked parts. See the DM Picker parts page for details.

The Series 2 X-speed upgrade document has been updated with additional information and photos. See the Procedures page for details.

A steel backup nut has been added to the MCU jackscrew to prevent the MCU forks from falling if the primary nut's threads are worn. A new lubricator has also been added to automatically lubricate the jackscrew for one year. See the FCOs page for details.

The uptime kits for Series 1 and Series 2 devices for SA, CL, and MCU configurations have been updated. New uptime kit options for delicate media picker and TH3 have also been released. See the Maintenance page for details.

The Japanese translations of the Magnus VLF With Multi-Cassette Unit Operator Guide and Magnus VLF With ContinuousLoad Operator Guide are available on the Reference page.

Possible errors caused by this problem include:

• TEC/LEC backbone time out for extend or retract position.
• Locking or unlocking TEC clamps.
• Difficulty with holding or locking backbone in LEC position.
• Vibration of the whole engine during plate loading or unloading.

See the Troubleshooting page for details.

Two new documents are now available for download:

• Replacing a TH2 on a Universal Carriage with Z-stage
• Replacing a TH2 Carriage with a Universal Carriage with Z-stage

An information page for the Gigabit Master Control Electronics (GMCE) board is now available. If you have any GMCE-related questions, submit them to experts listed in the Troubleshooting section of the GMCE page. Also, if you have any GMCE-related troubleshooting cases with problems and solutions, submit them for publishing so that other CSEs can learn from your experience.

See the FCOs page for details.

Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and Spanish translations of the Magnus VLF With Multi-Cassette Unit Visual Reference Guide are available on the Reference page.

Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Dutch, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Polish, and Spanish translations of the Magnus VLF With ContinuousLoad Visual Reference Guide are available on the Reference page.

Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Italian, and Spanish translations of the Magnus VLF With Multi-Cassette Unit Operator Guide are available on the Reference page.

Chinese (Simplified), Chinese (Traditional), French, German, Italian, Polish, and Spanish translations of the Magnus VLF With ContinuousLoad Operator Guide are available on the Reference page.

Training material is now available for the GMCE board on Magnus VLF devices. See the Reference page for details.

The test kit for the MCU jackscrew nut has been updated to include a replacement nut assembly. See the FCOs page for details.

These troubleshooting items have been added:

• 40828: Unload table plate deflector flap is obstructing the backbone
• 03562: The stroke clock is not detected

The following parts page for Magnus VLF has been updated:

• Filter Regulator page: parts information updated for TH2 and TH3 filter regulators.

Two new installation reports have been posted on TechPlanet: National Posters (MT182) and Berryville (MT163). See the Reports page for details.

To allow 63 in. plates to be ejected without being damaged, remove both tape clamps on the ends of the deflector. See the FCOs page for details.

See the FCOs page for details.

See the FCOs page for details.

The following parts pages for Magnus VLF have been updated:

• M33 Chiller page: deadhead pressure settings updated
• M75 Chiller page: deadhead pressure settings updated and kit numbers added

To help CSEs and the RC locate FCOs faster, the FCOs index page has been redesigned and is now grouped by sub-system. See the FCOs Index page.

The installation procedure for the rear panel fan upgrade is now available. To download the procedure, see the Procedures page.

The following parts page for Magnus VLF Autoloaders has been updated:

• Unload table page: added BOM for unload table deflector upgrade kit and part number for series 2 deflector. See also FCO CA08751.

Two installation feedback reports have been posted: One for Heinatz Germany and the other for Jungfer Germany. See the Installation Reports page for details.

In some newer controlled releases, Version Checker may indicate that the board’s BBR version is incorrect. This warning can be ignored because the BBR is not field replaceable and will have no impact on device functionality. BBR firmware can only be installed on a board during board manufacturing and is only used by the device when attempting to reprogram the boot code (for example, when downloading recovery code). All existing BBR versions are sufficient for this purpose.

To solve a safety concern of the rear hood closing unexpectedly if not fully opened, replace the home side strut with a locking strut. See the FCOs page for details.

The installation visual reference guides for Multi-Cassette and ContinuousLoad devices have been updated for series 2 devices. To download the new VRGs, see the Installation page.

A troubleshooting item has been posted for the problem of the Z-stage not going to 0.00 when the safety loop is opened. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

Firmware patches for controlled releases 2.0 and 3.0 have been posted. To download the patches, see the Control/settings page.

The Magnus VLF MCU and Magnus VLF CL specifications have been updated. To download the new specification sheets, see the Overview page.

A new procedure has been posted that describes how to convert a Magnus VLF MCU to a Magnus VLF CL. To download the procedure, see the Procedures page.

The following parts pages for Magnus VLF Autoloaders have been updated:

• MCU page: added service access panel hinges
• Carriage page: series 2 carriages for TH2 and TH3 updated
• Boards page: GMCE information updated
• MCU page: jackscrew BOM and DWG updated
• Motors page: MCU motor FRU added

A new procedure has been posted that describes how to replace the MCU jackscrew brass nut. To download the procedure, see the Procedures page: Replacing the MCU Jackscrew Nut.

This error occurs when you try to move the MCU to the cassette load position to install a new cassette. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

The AC power filter inside the power entry box on series 2 devices with TH3 must be replaced. See the FCOs page for details.

On a Magnus VLF device with GMCE board, the NVS parameter file on the workstation may incorrectly have the read only attribute set. This will prevent the device from updating the file with new parameters. To solve this problem, see the Troubleshooting page for details.

Following a mechanical failure of a MCU fork lift assembly in the field, all CSEs are requested to check the jackscrew nut backlash on all Magnus VLF MCUs in the field. To carry out this check, download the following new document from the Procedures page: Measuring the MCU Jackscrew Nut Backlash. The results of all MCUs checked must be sent back to Vancouver product development for evaluation—see the document for details.

A recent failure of the MCU fork lifting mechanism prompted this safety alert. There are two versions of the safety alert: one for customers and one for service engineers. Ensure that all customers with MCUs get a copy of the customer safety alert. To see the safety alerts, go to the Reference page.

Increased media sensitivity on V- and X-speed devices is normal. Check the CTP media database for the correct drum speed and estimated power setting, then refer to the media tech note for the detailed setup procedure.

For an example, see section 6.3 of the Kodak Thermal Gold Technical Note.

Download the latest CTP Media Imaging Performance Database. For more details on media qualification and settings, see the Media site.

A site about Creo Feature Licensing (CFL) replaces the Creo Feature Licensing page. Click Feature Licensing under Related sites in the side menu to access the CFL site.

The following parts pages for the Magnus VLF Autoloaders have been updated:

• Power entry box page: added parts page.
• Power box page: power box kits added and BOMs and DWGs updated.
• MCU page: power supplies added.

The English Operator Guides and Visual Reference Guides for the Magnus VLF CL and the Magnus VLF MCU have been updated. To download the new documents, go to the Reference page.

The site preparation documents for the Magnus VLF CL and the Magnus VLF MCU have been updated for the installation of series 2 output devices. To download the documents, go to the Installation page.

A MCU cassette does not reach the desired position within the allowable time. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

Install this upgrade if a device is having problems loading 0.008 in. thickness plates. See the FCOs page for details.

The KEB motor controllers are obsolete and must be replaced with new ones. See the FCOs page for details.

The following parts pages for the Magnus VLF Autoloader have been updated:

• Motors page: unload table motor updated

A safety alert has been released that outlines the hazard involving the movement of the leading edge backbone on the Magnus VLF Autoloaders. See the Reference page for details.

The following parts pages for the Magnus VLF Autoloader have been updated:

• Carriage page: common carriage added
• Boards page: GMCE board added
• Cables page: cables added for TH3 devices
• Power box page: power supplies added for TH3 devices

Controlled release 3.0 is now available. See the Control/settings page for details.

A procedure for adding a thermal protector to the MCU motor is now available. See the FCOs page for details.

A procedure for cleaning the drum vacuum holes is now available. See the Planned Maintenance Procedures page (section D) for details.

A procedure to prevent plates from catching on the unload table darts is now available. To download this procedure, go to the Procedures page.

The following parts pages for the Magnus VLF Autoloader have been updated:

• SSR page - BOMs and DWGs added for plunger bar

The installation feedback report from MOR Printing has been posted. See the Installation Reports page for details.

The following new procedures for the MCU are now available:

• Replacing the MCU motor
• Replacing the MCU motor controller

To download these procedures, see the Procedures page.

Theory of operation, procedures, upgrades, and parts information is now available for series 2 devices. See the Series 1 vs Series 2 page for details. New documents include:

• Thermal 3 Head upgrade procedure
• TH3 Head Lifting Crane
• TMCE to GMCE upgrade procedure
• Controlled Release 3.0 Installer procedure
• DM Picker upgrade procedure

The procedure for calculating the drum midpoint and for determining the Mtravel value is now posted. To download this procedure, see the Procedures page.

For all Magnus VLF devices with thermal 2.x heads and TH2 carriages, faulty carriage bearings are causing vertical artifacts during imaging. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

The blower in the UDRC has been changed for one with a wider operational voltage—200 V to 240 V. There are now only two different cabinets: one for 50 Hz and one for 60 Hz. See the Debris Removal page for details.

The side ejector parts page has been updated to reflect both left-eject and right-eject configuration parts. See the Ejector parts page for details.

A chiller page for the Merlin M75 chiller has been added. The Merlin M75 is for use with the Thermal Head 3 only. For parts and other information on the M75 chiller, see the Merlin M75 Chiller page.

Two new installation feedback reports have been posted. The reports are from DC Thomson in Dundee Scotland and Sierra Pacific Packaging in Oroville USA. See the Installation Reports page for details.

This FCO is to prevent the FPL cart home sensor from getting misaligned. See the FCOs page for details.

To download the translated site preparation guides, go to the Installation page.

There are two new documents available on TechPlanet for the side ejector:

• Side Ejector Alignment
• Replacing the Ejector Rail

To download the updated specifications, go to the Overview page.

To download the translated site preparation guides, go to the Installation page.

The lifting jack adapter has been modified to fit the H-frames from a new vendor. This adapter (92-1009B) is part of the installation toolkit 518-00219A. At a minimum, one of the jack adapters from each kit must be replaced, but all adapters should eventually be replaced with the new version B adapters.

See the FCOs page for details on how to install the compactor wrench.

To download the translated site preparation guides, go to the Installation page.

The following parts pages for the Magnus VLF Autoloader have been updated:

• Load Table page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated
• Panels page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated
• Picker page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated
• Power Box page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated
• SSR page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated
• Unload Table page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated

To download the German site preparation guide for MCU devices, go to the Installation page.

The following parts pages for the Magnus VLF Autoloader have been updated:

• Parts/tools page - jig drawings added
• Ejector page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated
• Fetcher page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated
• Hood page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated
• Multi-Cassette Unit page - BOMs and DWGs added or updated

Some MCUs have been assembled without the retaining collar on the drive screw in place. Also, the screw on the top of the drive screw may be incorrectly installed. For details on this safety alert, go to the Reference page.

At some customer sites it may be necessary to remove the MCU panels to get the MCU through the doorways. A draft procedure is now available that shows how to remove, install, and align the MCU panels. To download this procedure, go to the Installation page.

The MCE firmware simulator has been updated to support the latest controlled release 2.0. To download the simulator and for instructions on how to install the simulator, go to the Control/settings page.

The operator training checklists for CL and MCU devices are now available in German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, and Simplified Chinese. To download the translated checklists, go to the Installation page.

The MCU lubricator will no longer be filled with grease. Instead, the ballscrew must be lubricated at six month intervals. See the Planned Maintenance Procedures page for details.

The floor layout drawings have been updated. Changes include:

• New naming convensions (right eject and left eject)
• New foot loading specifications
• New ejector height specification

The Registration system drawing has been updated to reflect the new naming convensions.

The Site Preparation Guides for both MCU and CL configurations have been updated with new floor layout diagrams, registration pin diagrams, dimension specifications, and floor loading specifications.

The Operator Recoverable Error document has been updated and enhanced with video clips. To download the .zip file, go to the Troubleshooting page.

To download the updated visual installation charts, go to the Installation page.

Resolution upgrade procedures are now available for the following resolution changes:

• 1200 dpi to 2400 dpi
• 1200 dpi to 2540 dpi
• 2400 dpi to 2540 dpi
• 2540 dpi to 2400 dpi

To download the procedures, go to the Procedures page.

The virtual center bar loading assembly has been redesigned to reduce binding. These assemblies must be replaced in the field during the next PM visit. For details and procedures, see the FCOs page.

Controlled Release 2.0 for Magnus VLF devices has been tested and released. CR 2.0 is implemented in production on devices MT109 and later. For details on the controlled release, see the Control/settings page.

The FCOs posted on TechPlanet have been updated with device serial numbers where relevant. See the FCOs page.

The contacts in the registration block have been replaced with nickel plated contacts for better reliablity of the electrical connections. For details, see the FCOs page.

The CSC-PSS contact information for CAP has been updated on the Escalation page. The e-mail address has changed and separate phone numbers for Australia and Shanghai are now available.

The system wiring diagrams have been updated to reflect changes in the processor interface and the new drum amplifier board. To download the wiring diagrams, go to the Drawing/photos page.

Two beta sites require a cassette latch upgrade for the flush plate loading (FPL) MCUs: Courier Kendalville (MT049, MM026) and RRD Willard (MT 059, MM033). For details, see the FCOs page.

The Magnus VLF Autoloader unload table parts page has been updated with the following parts:

• 500-00551A
• 55-1255
• 55-1143
• 500-00168A
• 59-3735
• 500-01187A

A corner brace must be rivetted in place to strengthen the SSR cover if the welding has cracked. For details, see the FCOs page.

The speed upgrade procedure for the Magnus VLF and Magnus VLF Autoloader is now available. To download the procedure, see the FCOs page.

The operator training checklists are now available for download. After completing and signing one of these documents, fax it back to the Product Support Manager for Magnus VLF. To download the checklists, go to the Installation page.

A new troubleshooting item is available for errors 40502,40503, and 40504. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

The Magnus VLF Autoloader wiring diagram has been updated. To access the new diagram, go to the Drawings/photos page.

The Magnus VLF 100 labels have been updated. For details, go to the FCOs page.

The Magnus VLF ContinuousLoad User Guide is now available in Japanese. To download this user guide, go to the Reference page.

The Magnus VLF installation report form has been updated. The information returned to product developement on this form will help to improve the quality and operation of the Magnus VLF devices. To access this form, go to the Installation page.

The Installation Test Checklist for customer sign-off has been updated. To access this document, go to the Installation page.

The escalation process and contacts have been updated. See the Escalation page for details.

As per ECO CA04513, the installation toolkits will no longer be shipped with the devices and service logistics will now stock and control them. For details about the installation toolkits, see the Parts/tools page.

This FCO is to upgrade an MCU for flush plate loading capability. See the FCOs page for details.

A safety alert that stresses the dangers of not fully opening the rear hood of Magnus VLF Autoloader devices has been released. See the Safety page for details.

The floor layout drawings are available in .dwg format for customers to use during site preparation. To download the files, go to the Installation page.

A new troubleshooting item is available for errors 40736 and 40737. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

The picker and fetcher do not engage correctly at the fetcher park position or the picker pick position. See the FCOs page for details.

The procedure for connecting an interface cable between the Agfa TP150 processor and the Magnus VLF is now available. To download the procedure, see the Procedures page.

The adjustment height of the unload table suction cups has been changed from 8 mm to 6 mm. To download the updated procedure, see FCO CA05631 on the FCOs page.

The procedure for replacing the MCU jackscrew bearing assembly is now available. To download the procedure, see the Procedures page.

The following new documents are available:

• Troubleshooting item 45220: Slipsheet bin panel not detected
• Operator recoverable errors

The Multi-Cassette Unit Setup Procedure For Flush Plate Loading MCUs is available. To download the procedure, see the Installation page.

The following parts pages have been updated:

• Fuses
• Power box

Adjustment and alignment procedures have been posted for the flush plate loading MCU. Note that these are draft copies and will be updated in the near future. See the Installation page for details.

The lubricating device on some Magnus VLF MCU devices is filled with the wrong grease. It is critical that we track down all of the lubricators with the wrong grease, remove these from the devices, and clean any of the contaminating grease from the system. This check must be done on the next site visit and the results sent back to Martin Wight. See the Procedures page for details on how to perform this check and replace the grease lubricator.

The upgrade procedure for the SSR access panel switch has been posted. This procedure installs a switch protector plate and a new switch mounting bracket. See the FCOs page for details.

Two troubleshooting guides have been posted on the Troubleshooting page:

• Chiller troubleshooting guide
• Error recovery steps

The following FCOs have been posted:

• FCO CA06530: Carriage amplifier upgrade.

The following troubleshooting items have been posted:

• # 40735: Registration continuity check failed.
• # 40727: Registration failed.
• # 40514: Load table failed to register plate.
• # 40243: Load table failed to reach sensor.

A white paper on Magnus VLF throughput has been posted. See the Reference page for this document and the throughput measurement document.

The following parts pages have been updated:

• Fuses
• Cylinders
• Motors

Reference videos, including an overview of MCU device operation and plate registration, have been posted. See the Reference page.

The following FCOs have been posted:

• FCO CA06184: Friction on the SSR access panel rips the plate off the fetcher V-cups.
• FCO CA06338: SSR access panel switch can be damaged when the access panel moves above it.
• FCO CA06264: MCE device firmware no longer requires the use of a dongle.
• FCO CA06314: Fetcher modifications relating to wedgemaster motion.

A new troubleshooting item is posted for error 45902: Unexpected plate at processor. See the Troubleshooting page for details.

The following FCOs have been posted:

• FCO CA05464: Unload table rotator adaptor added for better cup engagement with the plate.
• FCO CA04998: Hole added to the laser shroud for access to the head focus setscrew.
• FCO CA05595: Load table rail extrusion problems caused by incorrect tolerances.
• FCO CA05568: Unload table cable wires changed to Hi-flex type.
• FCO CA05631: Improved cup adjustment for unload table traveller.
• FCO CA05944: FRU replacement part for picker pusher.

The following translated documents have been posted:

• Magnus VLF MCU Operator Guides - German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, and Dutch.
• Magnus VLF MCU Visual Reference Guides - German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, and Dutch.
• Magnus VLF CL Operator Guides - German, Spanish, French, and Italian.
• Magnus VLF CL Visual Reference Guides - German, Spanish, French, Italian, Japanese, Dutch, Chinese Traditional, and Chinese Simple.

The following FCOs have been posted:

• FCO CA05567: Programming the table bottom slipsheet sensor.

The following parts pages have been updated:

• Load table
• Cylinders

The visual installation charts have been updated for the Magnus VLF ContinuousLoad devices. To download, see the Installation page.

The following troubleshooting items have been posted:

• # 45827 - MDH: Open slipsheet bin cover. There is obstruction above SSR rollers.
• # 45810 - Fetcher plenum slipsheet mirror in/out/ timeout: Failed to arrive at sensor.
• # 45809 - Plenum slipsheet mirror expected to be found in the plenum but was not.
• # 45805 - Fetcher slipsheet wedgemaster up/dn timeout:failure to leave sensor.

The following FCOs have been posted:

• FCO CA05641: Changes to ejector track retainer and bearing assembly to solve sticky ejector issues.
• FCO CA04288: Fetcher modifications.
• FCO CA05898: Wedgemaster up sensor tab interferes with up sensor.
• FCO CA05109: Picker Pcups lift capacity does not have enough margin to lift all plates.

The following new procedures have been posted:

• Adjusting the slip sheet bin roller gap.
• Adjusting the belt tension.
• Adjusting the unload table home sensor.

The following parts pages have been updated:

• Fetcher
• Picker
• Motors

The floor layout diagrams for both MCU and CL devices have been posted. To download, see the Installation page.

The visual installation charts have been updated for the Magnus VLF MCU devices. To download, see the Installation page.

Controlled release 1.1 has been released. For details, see the Control/settings page.

The following parts by type pages have been updated:

• Boards page
• Sensors and switches page
• Fuses and circuit breakers page
• Power supplies page

A safety alert has been issued to all customers that have a Magnus VLF MCU configuration. For details, see the Reference page.

Retrofit devices that have the new fetcher deck with the fetcher tab only. Retrofit devices with the old fetcher deck with a new fetcher deck and fetcher tab. For details, see the FCO page.

If burrs exist on the inside of the cassette locator guide rail (usually at the T-shaped strain relief slots) and cause the plate to bind and fall off the p-cups, it is necessary to remove them. The kit contains sandpaper for the removal of the burrs. For details, see the FCO page.

Existing MCU side panel supporting brackets do not have enough stiffness to prevent the panels from sagging. The modified support bracket (252-07193A) provides additional stiffness. For details on implementing this FCO, see the FCO page.

If the MCU cassettes are catching on the plenum rollers and are difficult to load into the MCU, this kit should be installed. For details, see the FCO page.

The speed of the picker up-action must be slowed down for smoother operation. This is done by replacing the air elbow fittings on the cylinder. See the FCOs page for details.

The following documents have been updated:

• Site Preparation Document (see the Installation page).
• Installation Visual Reference Charts (see the Installation page).
• Plate Registration White Paper - 719-00328A (see the Reference page).

The MCE firmware simulator file has been updated and can be downloaded from the Control/settings page.

An updated media calculator has been posted on the Reference page. It Provides imaging performance information (qualification status and imaging parameters) on the thermal CTP media that are either qualified or in beta for use on Creo CTP systems. It includes drum speeds, head power and imaging times.

The plastic cones that the load table rails fit onto have been deforming, preventing the rails from being installed. A kit has been released to change the cones from delrin to metal when they fail (applies to MT003 to MT016 only). See FCO CA04247.

Fittings on the virtual center lock cylinder are leaking at the joint due to a plastic retaining washer. The cylinders on devices MT003 to MT013 should be changed to metal fittings at the next visit. See FCO CA04271.

The latch assembly is loose on the lower center access panel (500-00553A, automatic machines ony). Automatic devices prior to MT016 should be retrofitted at the next PM with the new latch assembly. For parts and contact information, see FCO CA04190.

Some deflection is occurring on the front beam assembly of the load table. It has been redesigned to make it possible to adjust rail elevation and to level or replace the top panel of the beam. The beam has also been made stiffer. EP machines in the field need to be upgraded. See FCO CA03681.

The front plate deflector for the unload table has been redesigned to use steel instead of aluminum, because the aluminum was getting bent and not staying down in place. EP machines 1-4 need to be upgraded. See FCO CA03751.

The Product Training Group has prepared a set of 69 photos showing all the sensors on the Magnus VLF with MCU device. Each photo is labeled with the location and firmware name of the sensor. See the Sensors and Switches page.

Welcome to the new Magnus VLF Autoloader website on TechPlanet. This site contains a general description of the Magnus VLF Autoloader device and its product specifications (under Overview), site preparation guides and installation charts (under Installation), parts information, including BOMs and assembly drawings (under Parts/Tools), and much more. Most of the information relates to the MCU Autoloader, but details of the ContinousLoad option will follow soon.

The beta version of the load table rails involves some jiggling when installing them to get the rails to drop into position. A short description of how to do it, with drawings, is posted on the Procedures page.

An early version of the wiring diagrams for the MCU device is posted on the Drawings/photos page.

Early drafts of the quick reference charts for installation for the Magnus VLF Autoloader are available on the Installation page.