Screen Sets are on the Media page.
Site Preparation is on the Installation page.
Documentation is on the Reference page.
Training is on the Reference page.
Release Notes are on the Reference page.
Assemblies are on the Parts/Tools page.
Technical Notes are on the Troubleshooting page.
Parts are on the Parts/tools page.
Software is on the Downloads page.

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.

This internal self study guide is for Kodak personnel who have already participated in the Thermoflex Hybrid classroom course, and will be installing and supporting the ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid series 300 device.
Go to ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid Series 300 Self Study Guide under Training on the Reference page.

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.

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.

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.

The updated FCO includes instructions on the necessary wiring changes for the L-box for ThemoFlex Narrow 2630, and a note not to implement this FCO on devices that have a Local2 board.

Go to 512-00425A on the FCO page.

The updated and improved installation guide now includes instructions on checking focus stopper location, setting database parameters, calculating scale factors, and selecting screen settings, and is relevant for all ThermoFlex Narrow versions, including S300.

Go to ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid Installation Guide under Installation procedures on the Installation page.

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.

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.

ThermoFlex Narrow 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.

The optic lens 1:3 assembly improves image quality and makes calibration easier.

Go to 512-00454A on the FCO page.

Go to User guides on the Reference page.

Go to Site preparation on the Installation page.

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.

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.

The updated translations for ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid and Mid II 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.

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.

Go to ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid Site Preparation Guide under Site preparation on the Installation page.

The vacuum pressure (without plate) should be 0.13-0.17 bars (3.8-5 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.

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.

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.

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.

Adjust the encoder index to enable offset plate support.
Go to Sawtooth pattern appears on offset plates under Imaging on the Troubleshooting page.

Replace the top door solenoid locking assemblies to enable the top door to open automatically from ThermoFlex Controller.
Go to 512-00455A on the FCO page.

Version 2.02.354.005 includes support for 24, 32, and 48 beams, and reduced minimum drum speed.
Go to 512-00464 on the FCO page.

Version 2.02.354.005 includes support for 24, 32, and 48 beams, and reduced minimum drum speed.
Go to ThermoFlex Controller Version 2.02.354.005 (XP) Release Notes under Release notes on the Reference page.

Go to Interlock-related Messages Appear under Error Messages on the Troubleshooting page.

Go to Density to Dot Area Conversion Chart on the Reference page.

Go to ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid User Guide on the Reference page.

Go to ThermoFlex Narrow Hybrid Site Preparation Guide on the Installation page.

When the filter needs to be replaced, a UDRC vacuum sensor on the ThermoFlex Narrow 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.

Find the translations of the Installation Test Procedure Checklist (ITPC) for customers under Acceptance on the Installation page.

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.

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.

To enable working with offset plates, perform the Replacing the Registration Bar and Installing the Registration Pin Holder procedure. Find this item under Parts replacement/installation on the Procedures page.

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.

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 Narrow Hybrid devices. The translations of the ITPC will be available in 1-2 months. Find these items under Acceptance on the Installation page.

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.