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MIMAKI JV5-320DS Operation Manual

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COLOR INKJET PRINTER
OPERATION MANUAL
CAUTION
This machine is a color ink-jet printer for high quality printing realizing
printing on fabric media (for soft sign), based on the JV5-320S.
To use this machine safely and effectively, thoroughly read "Dedicated
Operation Manual of JV5-320DS (this manual)" and attached "JV5-
320S Operation Manual" and fully understand their contents.
MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.
TKB Gotenyama Building, 5-9-41, Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0001, Japan
Phone : +81-3-5420-8671
Fax : +81-3-5420-8687
URL : http://www.mimaki.co.jp/
D202100-10
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  • Page 1 (for soft sign), based on the JV5-320S. To use this machine safely and effectively, thoroughly read “Dedicated Operation Manual of JV5-320DS (this manual)” and attached “JV5- 320S Operation Manual” and fully understand their contents. MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.
  • Page 2 Congratulations on your purchase of MIMAKI color ink jet printer “JV5-320DS” . The JV5-320DS is a color ink-jet printer for high quality printing realizing printing on fabric media (for soft sign) with sublimation transfer ink (4-color and 6-color), based on the color ink-jet printer JV5- 320S.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 Safety Precautions Types of media that can be used ..............1-2 Basic specifications ..................1-3 Specifications for ink ..................1-5 CHAPTER 2 Before Use Configurations and Functions ..............2-2 Front side of machine (left side)...............2-2 Rear ......................2-3 Relationships between ink station and head row........2-4 Operation Panel ....................2-5 Operation to set function menus ..............2-6 How to make setting ................2-6...
  • Page 4 CHAPTER 4 Daily Care Routine Maintenance ..................4-2 Notes on cleaning solution...............4-2 Cleaning of platen sheet metal/platen sheet metal holder .......4-2 Cleaning the media sensor (2 places) .............4-2 Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] ..................4-3 Other maintenance functions................4-4 Changing the time for issuing warning of flushing Box filter replacement. [FILTER EXC.
  • Page 5 Invoking NCU functions................6-25 List of functions ..................6-25 Setting a NCU functions.................6-25 Outline of the NCU functions ..............6-26 DISPLAY setting ...................6-28 Applied settings of functions ..............6-29 Settings of heaters .................6-29 Detailed settings of heaters ..............6-30 How to operate function menus..............6-32 Functions related to print quality..............6-33 Correcting media feed during printing [FEED COMPENSATION.] ..6-33 Functions related to ink ................6-34 When ink sets (4-color, 6-color) are to be changed ......6-34...
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  • Page 7: Chapter 1 Safety Precautions

    CHAPTER 1 Safety Precautions This chapter describes the precautions to be taken for safe use of the printer. Types of media that can be used ...........1-2 Basic specifications ..............1-3 Specifications for ink ..............1-5 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 8: Types Of Media That Can Be Used

    1 Safety Precautions Types of media that can be used You can use only the roll media with this machine. Leaf media cannot be used. The types and sizes of media that can be used with the printer are explained below. Types of media that can be used Transfer paper Fabric (for soft sign graphics)

  • Page 9: Basic Specifications

    Basic specifications Basic specifications Item Specification Print head Method Drop-on-demand piezoelectric print heads Specification 4-heads Staggerds Drawing mode (scan x feed) 720 x 540dpi 540or720 x 720dpi 540 x 900dpi 540or720 x 1080dpi 720 x 1440dpi 1440 x 1440dpi Usable inks Sublimation transfer ink :4 colors (Y.M.Bl.K) / 6 colors (Y,M,Bl,K,LBl,Lm) Ink supply Automatic switching between two ink cartridges integrated as one unit...

  • Page 10: Safety Precautions

    1 Safety Precautions Item Specification Recomended Environment Available temp. 20 °C to 35 °C Humidity 35 to 65 % Rh (No condensation) Guaranteed temp. 20 °C to 25 °C Temperature change ± 10 °C / h or less Dust Equivalent to normal office level Weight Main unit 1200 kg...

  • Page 11: Specifications For Ink

    Specifications for ink Specifications for ink Item Supply Dedicated sublimation transfer ink cartridge Color Black ink cartridge Blue ink cartridge Magenta ink cartridge Yellow ink cartridge Light blue ink cartridge Light magenta ink cartridge Ink capacity 440 cc per cartridge Shelf life 1 year from the date of manufacture (at room temperature) Storage temperature Storage...
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  • Page 13 CHAPTER 2 Before Use This chapter describes the names of parts and how to use the operation panel. Configurations and Functions ..........2-2 Front side of machine (left side) ..........2-2 Rear ....................2-3 Relationships between ink station and head row ......2-4 Operation Panel ..............2-5 Operation to set function menus ..........2-6 How to make setting ..............2-6 Outline of menu hierarchy ............2-8...

  • Page 14: Configurations And Functions

    2 Before Use Configurations and Functions This chapter explains name of each part and the operation panel of this machine. Here, only different in point from the JV5-320S are explained. For other names and functions, refer to the JV5-320S Operation Manual. Front side of machine (left side) Ink tray When drawing on coarse-textured...

  • Page 15: Rear

    Configurations and Functions Rear Media setting position NG label Counter weight attaching arm This is the guide for setting the media. Make the edge sur- Attach the weight to adjust the face of the media do not enter within the black area of the weight of the take-up/feeding ten- label (otherwise, the media press does not function).

  • Page 16: Relationships Between Ink Station And Head Row

    2 Before Use Relationships between ink station and head row The carriage mounts four heads each with eight rows of nozzles. One color ink is applied to each row of nozzles. Remember these relationships when checking the heads for clogged nozzles, replacing ink cartridge and replenishing inks.

  • Page 17: Operation Panel

    As this machine is not equipped with the print heater, lamps related to the print heater does not light. In addition, the temperature of the print heater is not displayed on the screen in the waiting status. These do not light for the JV5-320DS. Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 18: Operation To Set Function Menus

    2 Before Use Operation to set function menus To set a function menu, press the [FUNCTION] key in LOCAL mode and press [ ], [ ], [ ] or [ ] or [ENTER] key as appropriate. If the printer is not in LOCAL mode, press the [REMOTE] key once. How to make setting As an example of setting procedure, that for [SET UP] →...
  • Page 19 Operation to set function menus Press the [ ] or [ ] key to set ON/OFF of automatic cleaning. Press the [FUNCTION] key again if the setting of [CLEANING INTERVAL] and [CLEAN- ING TYPE] is needed. This setting is permitted only when automatic cleaning [ON] is selected. Press the [FUNCTION] key to go to the lower level of hierarchy and press the [ ] or [ ] key to input [CLEANING INTERVAL].

  • Page 20: Outline Of Menu Hierarchy

    2 Before Use Outline of menu hierarchy Function menu Press the [FUNCTION] key to invoke the function menu. Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 21 Operation to set function menus Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 22 2 Before Use Direct keys Pressing direct keys will easily invoke frequently used functions. 2-10 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 23: Setting Values In Function Menus

    Operation to set function menus Setting values in function menus The menus contain the following functions. SET UP functions Function name Sub function Setting value Function MEDIA FEED COMPENSATION -255 to 255 Draws a pattern to compensate the (Refer to P.6-5 in feeding amount of the media and this manual.) compensates.
  • Page 24 2 Before Use Function name Sub function Setting value Function Print. MAINTE. CLEANING CLEANING 0.1 to 100.0 mm Cleans the print heads automatically (Refer to P.6-10 in Press [FUNC- INTERVAL every completion of printing. TION] key to set this manual.) CLEANING SOFT, NORMAL, HARD items on the right.

  • Page 25: Maintenance Functions

    Operation to set function menus MAINTENANCE functions For functions that are not explained in detail in this manual, related items are indicated in gray. Function name Sub function Setting value Function ST.MAINTE- CARRIAGE OUT Move the carriage when cleaning the NANCE (Can be selected directly by pressing inside of the station and replacing...
  • Page 26 2 Before Use Function name Sub function Setting value Function HD.MAINTE- FILL UP INK The heads are charged with ink. NANCE Use this function if nozzles are not Refer to the Chapter 3 of the JV5-320S unclogged by [CLEANING] and Operation Manual.
  • Page 27 Operation to set function menus Function name Sub function Setting value Function SLEEP SET UP REFRESH REFRESHinter- OFF, 1 to 168 h While the power switch is off, the printer performs refreshing opera- Refer to the Chapter tion at fixed intervals to prevent ink 4 of the JV5-320S clogging or the like.
  • Page 28 2 Before Use MACHINE SET functions Function name Sub function Setting value Function REAR MIST FAN STOP TIMER CONTINUE, 0 ~ 240mm Sets the operation of the mist fan in (Refer to P.6-17 in the rear of the machine. this manual.) [STOP TIMER] sets the time until the fan stops after drawing is com- RENEW...
  • Page 29 Operation to set function menus Function name Sub function Setting value Function INFORMATION ERROR HISTORY Displays the history of the errors the Display various information. (Refer to P.6-21 in this manual.) printer has developed up to now. The items in [INFORMATION] can (Can be selected directly by pressing Two or more errors, if any, can be be set individually by pressing the...
  • Page 30 2 Before Use NCU functions NCU functions are displayed only when the machine is equipped with the optional nozzle check unit (OPT-J0218). Function name Sub function Setting value Function NOZZLE CHECK (Refer to P.6-26 in this manual.) ON, OFF Set whether or not to perform nozzle missing detection.
  • Page 31 CHAPTER 3 Printing This chapter describes a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of printing. Adjusting the head gap ............3-2 Setting the media on the printer ..........3-3 Attaching/removing platen sheet metal ........3-4 Setting position for fabric media ..........3-6 Setting media ................3-7 Setting the media using the roll holder ........3-15 How to operate the take-up device ...........3-16...

  • Page 32: Adjusting The Head Gap

    3 Printing Adjusting the head gap Set the head gap (height from the media to the nozzle plane of the heads). When the carriage is to move above the platen for printing or maintenance, it moves while keeping the head gap at the preset value.

  • Page 33: Setting The Media On The Printer

    Setting the media on the printer Setting the media on the printer This printer can be used with roll media and cut sheet media. Use the media recommended by MIMAKI. (Refer to “Sizes of media that can be used (P.1-2)” ) Leaf media cannot be used with this machine.

  • Page 34: Attaching/Removing Platen Sheet Metal

    3 Printing Attaching/removing platen sheet metal When using transfer paper for the media, attach the platen sheet metal. When using fabric media, remove the platen sheet metal. There are two types of platen sheet metal; with or without projection. When using it, set the platen sheet metal with projection on the right side of the machine making the projection in front and set the one without projection on the left side.
  • Page 35 Setting the media on the printer Check that the height of the platen sheet metal is Platen sheet metal L Platen sheet metal R same as that of the platen sheet metal holder. If the platen sheet metal is higher, the reasons may be: •...

  • Page 36: Setting Position For Fabric Media

    3 Printing Setting position for fabric media When setting fabric media (platen sheet metal is not used), be careful about the setting position for the media. Depending on the setting position for the media, the media press cannot be used. A black and white label is pasted on the rear of this machine (back of heavy media feed- ing machine) (media setting position NG label).

  • Page 37: Setting Media

    Set the media press (Refer to P.3-13 in this manual.) Set the media press on both edges of the media. Detect the media width (Refer to P.3-10 in this manual and the JV5-320S Operation Manual.) This manual explains unique operation for JV5-320DS. Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 38 3 Printing [4] Adjust the media (Supplementation/ notes) Procedures for fixing media on heavy media take-up machine When fixing media on the paper core, use adhesive tape etc. and pay attention to the next points to avoid folds: • Make intervals of adhesive tape within 500mm. •...
  • Page 39 For details of looping method, refer to the “JV5-320S Operation Manual”. Setting method of media press The media press of the JV5-320DS differs from that of the JV5-320S. Set the media press depending on the media to be used. ( P.3-13 “[6]Set the media press”)
  • Page 40 3 Printing If the media cannot be detected automatically In some cases, the media cannot be detected automatically depending on the set media. In this case, detect the media by following procedures below: STEPS: Set the “MEDIA DETECT” in the setting function to “MANUAL”. Set this by referring to P.6-3.
  • Page 41 Setting the media on the printer Press the [ ] [ ] keys to move the carriage to the Drawing origin arrow right edge of the media and press the [ENTER] key. Align the drawing origin arrow of the head cover with the right edge of the media.
  • Page 42 3 Printing [5]Adjusting the counter weight To keep the proper tension of the media and to take up stably, attach the counter weight to the take-up ten- sion bar and the feeding tension bar after setting media. Please note that the counter weight attached may slack off the media on the ink receiver and soil the media.
  • Page 43 Setting the media on the printer [6]Set the media press This machine has two types of media press depending on the media type. The media press is very edged. Be careful about its handling. When setting media, be sure to set the media press on the proper position. The media press of this machine also functions as the detection plate to detect the media width.
  • Page 44 3 Printing For transfer paper Prepare the media press for transfer paper. Paste the media press on both edges of the media. Make arrow marks of the media press match the edge surface of the media. Arrow marks 3-14 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 45: Setting The Media Using The Roll Holder

    Set the media press (Refer to P.3-13 in this manual.) Set the media press on both edges of the media. Detect the media width (Refer to P.3-10 in this manual and the JV5-320S Operation Manual.) This manual explains unique operation for JV5-320DS. 3-15 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 46: How To Operate The Take-Up Device

    3 Printing When [MEDIA RESIDUAL] of [MAINTENANCE] function has been set to ON STEPS: Detection is completed, and the carriage returns to the station. Input a value of the media length using the [ ] or [ ] key and press the [ENTER] key. Input of MediaLength MEDIA LENGTH = 50 m However, only press the [END] key when the value to be input is identical with the...

  • Page 47: Notes On Media Edge Surface And Pinch Roller

    Setting the media on the printer Notes on media edge surface and pinch roller If you press the media edge surface with the pinch roller when you moved down the clamp lever, the media may not be fed properly. If the pinch roller is on the media edge surface, make the pinch roller on the media edge surface be lifted using the attached clamp fixing spacer (x 30).

  • Page 48: Effective Plotting Area

    3 Printing Effective Plotting Area The printer has an area where printing is not permitted, for mechanical reasons. This area is called “non-printing area”. 0 mm Effective Left dead space Right dead space printing area Media feeding direction 150 mm Roll media The default value of dead spaces in the right and the left differs depending on the media detection method or the media type to use.

  • Page 49: Establishing The Origin

    Establishing the Origin Establishing the Origin Establish the origin for printing the data on the media loaded on the printer. When printing requires an area other than that defined by the established origin, set the origin at another point by following the origin setting procedure again. STEPS: Once the media detection is completed, move the carriage and media using the JOG keys [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ] so that the carriage is located at the position where the...

  • Page 50: Other Notes

    3 Printing Other notes Handling of media after drawing The drawn media will be taken up with the take-up machine located in the rear of the machine. If the media taken up will be left on the floor etc. for long hours as it is in roll status, it may set off due to the media’s own weight.

  • Page 51: When Cutting Media

    Other notes When cutting media After drawing, if you wish to cut the media with scissors etc., be careful about the following point: If you cut the media with scissors etc., the media may drop into the ink tray and be blot- ted.

  • Page 52: Use Method Of Rear Surface Dryness Fan

    3 Printing Use method of rear surface dryness fan When drawing on the fabric media, ink broke through to the rear side of the media may impact on the drawing surface after take-up because ink does not get dry. In this case, use the rear surface dryness fan to dehydrate ink on the rear surface.
  • Page 53 CHAPTER 4 Daily Care This chapter describes the recovery procedure for ink clogging and the cleaning pro- cedure for each section. Routine Maintenance .............4-2 Notes on cleaning solution ............4-2 Cleaning of platen sheet metal/platen sheet metal holder ..4-2 Cleaning the media sensor (2 places) ........4-2 Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] ..............4-3 Other maintenance functions ..........4-4...

  • Page 54: Routine Maintenance

    4 Daily Maintenance Routine Maintenance Notes on cleaning solution Use the cleaning liquid dedicated for the ink being used. Sublimation transfer ink Cleaning Liquid Bottle Kit A29 (SPC-0137) [Sold separately] Water-based Cleaning Liquid Cartridge (SPC-0259) [Sold separately] Cleaning of platen sheet metal/platen sheet metal holder Wipe dust on the platen sheet metal with soft brush, dry cloth or paper towel.

  • Page 55: Setting Periodical Operations In Stand-By Mode [Routine Setup]

    Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] Setting periodical operations in stand-by mode [ROUTINE SETUP] While the printer is waiting for the next printing job, it can perform various operations at fixed intervals to prevent ink clogging or the like. The [ROUTINE SETUP] function is available for the following items: Set the interval at which refreshing operation is to be per- REFRESH...

  • Page 56: Other Maintenance Functions

    4 Daily Maintenance Other maintenance functions Changing the time for issuing warning of flushing Box filter replacement. [FILTER EXC. LV.] The filter on the flushing BOX could be stained, depending on the use environment and working conditions, earlier than the standard time for replacement. This function makes it possible to accelerate the time for replacement of the filter earlier than the standard.
  • Page 57 Other maintenance functions With [ ] key, select [FILTER EXC. LV.], and press [ENTER] key. When the warning for flushing BOX cleaning or error has not been issued. 1 time FLUSHING BOX FLUSHING BOX BOX EXCHANGE LV <ent> FILTER EXC. LV. <ent>...

  • Page 58: Cleaning The Flushing Tray

    4 Daily Maintenance Cleaning the flushing tray Each time when the power is put on, the following messages are indicated. Perform the cleaning of the ink tray. The ink tray of the Flush. BOX is cleaned INK TRAY CLEANING CANCEL < >...
  • Page 59 Cleaning the flushing tray Close the maintenance cover, and press the [ENTER] key. An ink tray is removed and cleaned. INK TRAY CLEAN. COMPLETED : ent The operation will return to the local mode. * Being Initialized * L.1> [JV5-01] PLEASE WAIT width : ****mm Clean the ink on the flushing tray every day.

  • Page 60: Replacing F-Box Filters

    4 Daily Maintenance Replacing F-Box filters When the following warning message is indicated, quickly replace the filters on the suction fan box. The message below is displayed only when the machine is equipped with the optional nozzle check unit. L.1> [JV5-01] !NearExcg.
  • Page 61 Replacing F-Box filters With [ ] key, select [FILTER EXCHANGE], and press [ENTER] key. The carriage moves off the station. 1 time Sub-INK MAINTE. FILTER EXCHANGE <ent> Open the maintenance cover and remove the F-BOX filter from F-BOX filter base. F-BOX filter F-BOX fil- ter base...

  • Page 62: Replace The Filter Of Exhaust Fan In The Rear

    4 Daily Maintenance Replace the filter of exhaust fan in the rear To maintain the drawing quality, replace the filter of exhaust fan in the rear periodically. (SPC-0629/ exhaust fan filter set [sold separately]) It is recommended to replace the filter per 1000m drawing.

  • Page 63: Replace The Filter Of The Slider Fan

    Replace the filter of the slider fan. Replace the filter of the slider fan. Replace the filter periodically to maintain the performance of the slider fan. (SPC-0630/head fan filter set [sold separately]) It is recommended to replace the filter per 1000m drawing.
  • Page 64 4 Daily Maintenance Fasten the knurled screws fixing the filter. Fasten the knurled screws Be careful about the attaching direction of the filter plate. If the direction is wrong, you cannot fasten it with the knurled screws. Close the front cover, and press the [ENTER] key. After performing the initial operation, the printer returns to LOCAL mode.

  • Page 65: Cleaning Of Ink Tray/Ink Tray Sheet Metal

    Cleaning of ink tray/ink tray sheet metal Cleaning of ink tray/ink tray sheet metal Clean the ink tray and the ink tray sheet metal when replacing media. STEPS: Wipe the ink tray and the ink tray sheet metal to the direction indicated with an arrow. If ink is hardened, wipe with paper towel immersed in cleaning liquid for maintenance.

  • Page 66: If Ink Is Hardened And It Cannot Be Wiped Off With Paper Towel

    4 Daily Maintenance If ink is hardened and it cannot be wiped off with paper towel If ink in the ink tray is hardened and it is hard to clean it with paper towel, use the JV5- 320DS ink tray clean kit (A102879/SPC-0637) to perform cleaning. Prepare two tanks for drain (commercial product of polyethylene resin tanks).

  • Page 67: Chapter 5 In Case Of Trouble

    CHAPTER 5 In Case of Trouble This chapter describes the actions to be taken when the printer develops any trouble. Warning errors newly added ..........5-2 Error messages newly added ..........5-2 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 68: Warning Errors Newly Added

    5 In Case of Trouble Warning errors newly added Here, warning messages that are newly displayed in the JV5-320DS are explained. For other warning messages, refer to the JV5-320S Operation Manual. Warning message Cause Remedy Time to replace the filter of the flush- Replacing the filter is recommended.
  • Page 69 CHAPTER 6 Operation for Functions This chapter describes the operating procedure for frequently used functions from the printer function menu, showing sample messages on the display. Functions Invoked by [FUNCTION] Invoking NCU functions ......6-25 Key ............6-2 List of functions ........6-25 Setting a NCU functions ......6-25 Invoking SET UP functions ....

  • Page 70: Functions Invoked By [Function] Key

    6 Operation for Functions Functions Invoked by [FUNCTION] Key The following five types of functions can be invoked by pressing the [FUNCTION] key. Page in this Function name Description manual SET UP Make various settings concerning print quality. P.6-3 Maintenance functions are to be executed to keep the printer in good condi- MAINTENANCE P.6-12 tion.

  • Page 71: Invoking Set Up Functions

    Invoking SET UP functions Invoking SET UP functions Registering printing conditions in a lump (type registration) FUNCTION mode provides 16 setup functions. The setting value of each of the 15 functions other than SETUP RESET can be registered as any of the fol- lowing four types.
  • Page 72 6 Operation for Functions Settings of the setup functions The operation described below on the operation panel is required to execute the setup functions. STEPS: Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [SET UP] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 73: Outline Of The Setup Functions

    Invoking SET UP functions Outline of the setup functions MEDIA FEED Set particulars related to media feed. The table below shows the setting items. COMPENSATION Compensates the feeding amount of the media. SPEED SWITCHING Sets the media feed rate. COMPENSATION Compensates the feeding amount of the media when you replaced the media type or when you changed the heater temperature without fail.
  • Page 74 6 Operation for Functions FINE quality Set a desired print quality in FINE mode (720 dpi resolution in the Y-axis direction). Available setting values: [STD., FINE, FAST] Press the [FUNCTION] key while the quality item is selected. Then the printer permits setting the number of passes for every resolution and setting high-speed printing ON/OFF.

  • Page 75: Drying Time

    Invoking SET UP functions LOGICAL SEEK Set LOGICALseek ON / OFF. Available setting values: [ON, OFF] UNI-DIRECTIONAL BI-DIRECTIONAL Movement of heads when LOGICALseek is OFF UNI-DIRECTIONAL BI-DIRECTIONAL Movement of heads when LOGICALseek is ON INK LAYERS Set the number of layers in which ink is applied. Available setting values: [1 to 9 layers] The setting values for each user type are stored separately from those for other user types.

  • Page 76: Left Margin

    6 Operation for Functions PRE-FEED Set whether or not to feed the media back and forth before printing to prevent the media from sticking to the platen. Available setting values: [ON, OFF] The setting values for each user type are stored separately from those for other user types. MARGIN Set a non-printing area along the right and left edges of the media Left margin...

  • Page 77: Color Pattern

    Invoking SET UP functions COLOR PATTERN Sets whether you draw the nozzle missing check pattern on both edges of the media respectively. Available setting values for right edge: [ON, OFF] When the pattern is to be printed, the printing location of image data is shifted by 18 mm from the origin in the scanning direction.

  • Page 78: Maintenance While Printing

    6 Operation for Functions PRIORITY Concerning the following setup functions, select whether priority is given to the settings made on the printer or to the designation from the host. [MEDIA COMP.] , [HEATER] , [PRINT MODE] , [INK LAYERS] , [DRYING TIME] , [PRE-FEED] , [MARGIN] , [COLOR PATTERN] , [REFRESH] , [FD.SPEED] Available setting values: [INDIVIDUALLY, ALL HOST, ALL PANEL] The setting values for each user type are stored separately from those for other user types.
  • Page 79 Invoking SET UP functions (See P.3-2) HEAD GAP Set the head gap (height from the media to the nozzle plane of the heads). Available setting values: [1.5 mm ~ 5.0 mm] (In steps of 0.1 mm / Default: 1.5 mm) The upper limit of the head gap varies with media thickness.

  • Page 80: Invoking Maintenance Functions

    6 Operation for Functions Invoking MAINTENANCE functions The maintenance functions described here are to be executed to keep the printer in good condition. To carry out maintenance of the printer, select [MAINTENANCE] from the FUNCTION menu and make the necessary settings. The maintenance of the station can be performed independently by pressing the [ST.MAINT] key.

  • Page 81: Setting A Maintenance Function

    Invoking MAINTENANCE functions Setting a maintenance function Take the following steps on the operation panel to execute a maintenance function. STEPS: Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key once.

  • Page 82: Make Setting Of The Media Remaining Amount Display Function [Media Residual]

    6 Operation for Functions Make setting of the media remaining amount display function [MEDIA RESIDUAL] Set ON/OFF of the media remaining amount display function. (Normally OFF) With the media remaining amount display function set to ON, the media remaining amount is displayed in REMOTE mode.

  • Page 83: Moving The Printer Safely [Beforemovingit.]

    Use this function to lock the station when the printer is to be moved. Use this function when the printer is to be moved in such a way that some vibration is expected. However, when the printer is to be moved, be sure to contact your dealer or an office of MIMAKI. STEPS: Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MAINTENANCE] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 84: Invoking Machine Setup Functions

    6 Operation for Functions Invoking MACHINE SETUP functions List of functions This section describes briefly the machine setup functions and their setting values. Page in this Name Function manual REAR MIST FAN Set the mist fan in the rear of the machine. P.6-17 For heavy-duty feeding / take-up device, set whether to use or not to Feeding/TakeUP...

  • Page 85: Setting A Machine Setup

    Invoking MACHINE SETUP functions Setting a MACHINE SETUP The operation described below on the operation panel is required to execute machine setup functions. STEPS: Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode, and then select [MACHINE SETUP] using the [FUNCTION] key and press the [ENTER] key. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key once.

  • Page 86: Dryness Feed

    6 Operation for Functions DRYNESS FEED Set whether or not to perform feeding for media drying. Available setting values: [ON, OFF] With DRYNESS FEED set to ON, the printer feeds the media up to the location of the post-heater where the media is dried.

  • Page 87: Unit Setup

    Invoking MACHINE SETUP functions UNIT SETUP Set the units of measure to be used with the printer. Temperature Set the unit of temperature. Available setting values: [°C ( Centigrade) , °F ( Fahrenheit) ] Length Select the unit system for the units of length and area. Available setting values: [mm , inch] Unit system Units...

  • Page 88: Test Draw Arrange

    6 Operation for Functions CART. PRIORITY You can select the cartridge status to use first with the double cartridge function of ink supply. Available setting values : [INK LEVEL, EXP. DATA] (Default: INK LEVEL) When INK LEVEL is selected First use the cartridge of less remaining amount of ink. When EXP.

  • Page 89: Error History

    Invoking MACHINE SETUP functions ERROR HISTORY History of errors and warnings that have occurred up to now are displayed. (ONLY ERROR, ONLY WARNING, ALL) Using the [ ] or [ ] key, the errors and warnings can be displayed one by one in the order of occurrence. Display: Date and time (YY, MM, DD, hh, mm) of occurrence, Description of error or warning MAINTE.
  • Page 90 6 Operation for Functions Settings of the setup functions (grouped for each user type) Settings of the maintenance functions 6-22 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
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  • Page 92 6 Operation for Functions VERSION Displays version information of the equipment. Item Display Remarks Model JV5-320DS ∗ . ∗∗ Main F / W Version ∗ . ∗∗ NCU F / W Version I / F type USB I / F USB 2.0...

  • Page 93: Invoking Ncu Functions

    Invoking NCU functions Invoking NCU functions This function is available only when the machine is equipped with the optional nozzle check unit (OPT- J0218). List of functions This section describes briefly the NCU functions and their setting values. Page in this Name Function manual...

  • Page 94: Outline Of The Ncu Functions

    6 Operation for Functions Outline of the NCU functions The NCU functions consist of operations concerning the nozzle missing detection function. Setting Make settings of the function that monitors nozzle missing with the nozzle check unit. Nozzle check Set whether or not to perform nozzle missing detection. Available setting values: [ON, OFF] (Default: ON) NG ACTION (*1) NG ACTION [DURING THE DRAW] (*1)
  • Page 95 Invoking NCU functions NG ACTION [AFTERtheDRAWend] (*1) Set the operation of the printer after completion of printing of one file in case a preset number of missing nozzles or more are detected and thus NG judgment is made. (*2) NG (*1): Bad nozzle condition. NG (*2): One or more bad nozzles have been located on print head.

  • Page 96: Display Setting

    6 Operation for Functions DISPLAY setting Set a language to be used with the printer. Language Japanese English German French Spanish Italian Portuguese The setting is reflected on the indications on the LCDs. 6-28 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 97: Applied Settings Of Functions

    Applied settings of functions Applied settings of functions Initial settings can be changed, as required. Settings of heaters Setting items for heaters The items that can be set for the three heaters are as described below. SET TEMP. Set temperature for each of the two heaters. Set the temperature of the pre-heater.

  • Page 98: Detailed Settings Of Heaters

    6 Operation for Functions Detailed settings of heaters Make settings of the pre-heater and post-heater built in the platen. The temperatures of heaters can be adjusted even during printing so that optimum temperatures can be obtained. However, it takes a heater a few minutes to more than ten minutes to reach the set temperature depending on the ambient temperature.
  • Page 99 Applied settings of functions Setting the temperatures and standby time of heaters Set the temperatures and standby time of heaters by the following procedure: STEPS: Make sure that the printer is in LOCAL mode. If it is in REMOTE mode, press the [REMOTE] key once. L.

  • Page 100: How To Operate Function Menus

    6 Operation for Functions How to operate function menus The following pages show the operating procedures and the messages displayed on the LCDs, using the fol- lowing icons. For detailed information of operation procedures, refer to the relevant pages. Icon Description This icon means pressing the [FUNCTION] key once.

  • Page 101: Functions Related To Print Quality

    Functions related to print quality Functions related to print quality With function menus of the printer, the print quality can be checked and setting can be changed to improve the print quality. Correcting media feed during printing [FEED COMPENSATION.] With the [MEDIA FEED-COMPENSATION] function, as already described, operation is executed in LOCAL mode.

  • Page 102: Operation For Functions

    6 Operation for Functions Functions related to ink When ink sets (4-color, 6-color) are to be changed L. ∗ > [JV5-01] width : ∗∗∗∗ mm MAINTENANCE <ENT> ST.MAINTENANCE <ent> HD.MAINTENANCE <ENT> FILL UP INK <ent> DISCHARGE&WASH <ent> Being discharged Ink discharge. PLEASE WAIT Remove cartridges.
  • Page 103 Functions related to ink When ink sets (4-color and 6-color) are to be changed (continued) It'sBeingDischarged. Remove all washing PLEASE WAIT liquid cartridges. Remove the cleaning liquid cartridge. ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ------------------------------ 1234 5678 9ABC DEFG Processing Check the completed condition Please select according...

  • Page 104: Function Flowchart [Boot]

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  • Page 106: Function Flowchart [Local Mode]

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  • Page 110: Function Flowchart [Remote Mode]

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  • Page 112: Function Flowchart [Function Key]

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