Roland SP540i print problems, help?

[Robert Lambie]

Hi George

I would first guess at cleaning the encoder strip.
Simple to do, just follow the manual instructions for cleaning that carefully. Then try printing again.
If the fault improves a bit, try cleaning again.

alternatively,
Are you having the same problem printing other files?
If not, try saving the file again and sending a fresh version of it.

Also, sounds daft, but the old… Reboot the machine from scratch. Power off, PC off, bring in a fresh file and try printing.

Anything is worth a shot before the dreaded technician call out.

[Jeff]

i would also think the encoder strip or change the file to a different job and see if the same happens.

[George Elsmore]

Hi does anyone know where I can buy a new roland sp540i encoder strip

[Jamie Wood]

You could try:
Digiprint Supplies https://www.digiprint-supplies.com
or maybe
Josero Spares https://www.joserospares.com

[Robert Lambie]

Do you definitely need a New Encoder strip, George?
Could it not just be dirty, a smear or whatever, on the strip?

If you do need a new one, I would try Jamie, suggestions.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QaPCxVSoxi0

[George Elsmore]

Hi I have cleaned the encoder strip several times and there is a small scratch on it god knows how so I am going down the road of changing it thanks for all th ehelp

[George Elsmore]

hi All, changed encoder strip but still getting blocks of yellow printining down middle of print like this. any ideas anyone?

[Jamie Wood]

Possibly an electrical issue, which may mean a new head, or one of the boards.

[Colin Crabb]

I’m not familiar with the machine, but does look like a communication error – check trailing cables & ribbon cables to head carriage for damage.