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MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Ver. 1.00
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
E-mail: traiding@mimaki. co. jp
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  • Page 1: Maintenance Manual

    MAINTENANCE MANUAL Ver. 1.00 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 E-mail: traiding@mimaki. co. jp D500175 Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
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  • Page 3 FOREWORD This maintenance manual covers items required to be remembered to conduct maintenance works for the JV4 series of color ink jet plotter in the field. Maintenance works have to be carried out by servicemen who have learned disassembly, assembly and adjustment techniques with required tools and measuring apparatues.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW OF MAINTENANCE ........1.1 1-1. Cautions in maintenance ................1.2 1-2. How to use this maintenance manual ............1.3 1-3. Tools required for maintenance works ............1.3 1-4. Names of parts ....................1.4 1-4-1. Front face ....................1.4 1-4-2.
  • Page 5 3-3-3. Cutting failure ..................3.11 3-3-4. Faulty cutter..................3.11 3-3-5. Fan motor .................... 3.11 3-3-6. Abnormal nozzle discharge ..............3.12 3-3-7. Board medium feeding failure ............. 3.12 3-3-8. Abnormal ink discharge ..............3.13 3-3-9. Ink-filling cannot be performed ............3.13 3-3-10.
  • Page 6 4-4-2. PARAMETER DRAW ............... 4.37 4-4-3. ALL PATTERN .................. 4.38 4-4-4. X SERVO ................... 4.39 4-4-5. Y SERVO ................... 4.40 4-4-6. XY SERVO ..................4.41 4-4-7. ACTION TEST .................. 4.42 4-4-8. SENSOR TEST .................. 4.43 4-4-9. PAPER SENSOR ................4-45 4-4-10.
  • Page 7 5-1-4. X-motor assy..................5.6 5-1-5. X-pulley and paper feed roller (Do not disassemble) ......5.7 5-1-6. Y-motor assy., Y-timing long belt and Y-timing belt ......5.8 5-1-7. Head cover, Slider PCB and Linear encoder PCB assy. / scale .... 5.9 5-1-8.
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  • Page 9: Chapter 1 Overview Of Maintenance

    CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW OF MAINTENANCE – 1.1 – Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...

  • Page 10: Cautions In Maintenance

    1-1. Cautions in maintenance Following cautions have to be taken when conducting maintenance works. • Be sure to fully understand precautions given in “For safe operation” in the Instruction Manual for the JV4 series. • Be sure to accurately grasp problems since misoperation can be the cause of the problem. •...

  • Page 11: How To Use This Maintenance Manual

    1-2. How to use this maintenance manual Use the maintenance manual in the following manner. • Check first a phenomenon that is arising to grasp the trouble. • Secondly, grasp the outline of the trouble while referring to error messages given in Chapter 3. •...

  • Page 12: Names Of Parts

    1-4. Names of parts 1-4-1. Front face Name Function Front cover It is opened when setting medium or taking a corrective measure against a medium jam. Power switch It turns on/off the power to the device. IEEE-1394 connector A 400M bps interface connector compatible with IEEE-1394. Parallel connector Bi-directional parallel interface connector (complies with IEEE1284) AC inlet...

  • Page 13: Rear Face

    1-4-2. Rear face Name Function F ink station This station houses up to six ink cartridges. Clamp lever It is made to go up-down the pinch roller for holding medium. Roll holder Roll holder is inserted in the right and left core of roll medium to hold the roll medium.

  • Page 14: Specifications

    1-5. Specifications Item JV4-130 JV4-160 JV4-180 Printing head Method Piezo-electric drop-on demand Specification Six-heads (3 x 2 lines) Nozzle High speed plotting : 360 nozzles for each color Printing speed Two independent plotting : 180 nozzles for each color Resolution...
  • Page 15 Item JV4-130 JV4-160 JV4-180 Medium delivery Take-up device as standerd (inside winding / outside winding selectable) Waste ink tank Bottle type (1,000 cc).Replacement timing is judged visually. Interface IEEE1394 (Max.transmission rate 400 M bps) Bidirectional parallel interface (IEEE1284 compliant), ECP support Command MRL-II (ESC/PV.2 base)
  • Page 16 (SPC-0256∗) (∗ is indicates color code.) JV4 series image quality standard media Glossy white PET specified by MIMAKI(SPC-0111 or SPC-0260) is used as a image quality standard media to perform shipment inspection, maintenance, and adjustment. – 1.8 – Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 17 Variable data involves smaller dots, requring more strict allowing the same dot margin for the dot size and media feed accuracy. condition as MIMAKI- • Plotting with 720 dpi in the 8 pass more or higher is recom- brand Glossy White mended.
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  • Page 19: Chapter 2 Explanation Of Operation

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  • Page 20: Explanation Of Electrical Components

    2-1. Explanation of electrical components 2-1-1. Operations * The slider of the JV4 is provided with six heads with stagger arrangement, with 180 nozzles (at 180dpi intervals) x 2 rows (2 colors) for each head. * The ink in the ink chamber is discharged by vibrating the piezo-electric element of the head. The JV4 uses four different vibration waveform modes: the V1 (Variable1) mode which enables four gradations (without L, M, and S) with 360 dpi resolution, the V2 (Variable2) mode which enables four gradations with smaller dots with 720 dpi resolution, the N1 (Normal1) mode which enables high-speed two...
  • Page 21 Electrical component block diagram +20V/SIG/GND (FPC) +5V/SIG/GND (FPC) +5V/SIG/GND +5V/SIG/GND (FPC) (FPC) +5V/SIG/GND +5V/SIG/GND (FPC) CAP-MOT A.B (FPC) WIP-MOT A.B (FPC) -180 (FPC) +24V/GND +24V/GND (FPC) +24V/GND (FPC) P4-MOT A,B P3-MOT A,B P2-MOT A,B (FPC) P1-MOT A,B (FPC) +5VSIRIAL-SIG/GND (FPC) +5VSIRIAL-SIG/GND (FPC) –...

  • Page 22: Power Supply

    2-1-2. Power supply Input/output of the power supply are as follows: Input: 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz Output: +3.3 V, 3.5 A +5 V, 3.5 A +35 V, 6 A Connector pins layout table and variable resistor numbers Connector Pin No.
  • Page 23 Main PCB block diagram – 2.5 – Downloaded From ManualsPrinter.com Manuals...
  • Page 24 Main PCB connector signals Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks LCD-E SPCK-I2(3) SPLD-I2(3) LCD-RW SPDA-I2(3) CN14 / LCD-D0 SPCK-O3(4) (CN15) LCD-D1 SPLD-O3(4) LCD-D2 SPDA-O3(4) LCD-D3 ID-IN Not used /KEY-E ID-OUT Not used GATE K-LED Not used +35V X-ENCA...
  • Page 25 Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks CN21 UDINO UDINI Not used IFD1 +COVER CN21 IFD4 -COVER IFD7 IFD10 IFD13 CN17 IFD16 IFD19 IFD22 IFD25 IFD28 IFD31 SNLD1(2) SDI1(2) SDRQ1(2) HNINTR1(2) CN18 / REJ1(3) REJ2(4) (CN19) SUB1(3) SUB2(4)

  • Page 26: 1394 Pcb

    2-1-4. 1394 PCB The 1394 (IEEE1394) PCB uses the SH2 (RISC, 28.7MHz) from Hitachi as the CPU and the program stored in the flash memory in the CPU. Therefore, the 1394 CPU is upgraded by downloading the program from the host computer. This PCB supports bi-directional printing. 2-1-5.
  • Page 27 Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks OUTA- +42V OUTA+ HxCOMB CN4 / OUTB- HxCOMB OUTB+ HxCOMB HxNCHGB HxCOMA HxLATB HxCOMA HxCOMA HxCHB +24V HxNCHGA FAN-ON HxLATA H. S-1 HxCHA H. S-2 CN3 / OUTC+ OUTC- OUTD+ OUTD-...

  • Page 28: Hdc-2Head Pcb

    2-1-7. HDC-2Head PCB This board is located under the HDC-4Head PCB in the electrical equipment case. It receives signals from the main PCB, generates the COM signal for driving heads 5 and 6, generates nozzle data, and transfers each data to the slider PCB through the FPC cable. 2-1-8.

  • Page 29: Slider Pcb

    2-1-9. Slider PCB The slider PCB is located on the inner side of the head cover. It relays the head control signal and head driving signal from the HDC PCB to the print heads. It contains the sensor circuit which detects the signal from the thermistor on each head and the signal from the paper- width sensor.
  • Page 30 Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks OUTA- +42V OUTA+ CN20 / HxCOMB OUTB- HxCOMB CN22 / OUTB+ HxCOMB CN24 / CN26 HxNCHGB HxCOMA HxLATB HxCOMA HxCOMA HxCHB CN27 HxNCHGA P-WID-SEN HxLATA CN19 / CN28 KP-SEN CN21 / HxCHA...

  • Page 31: Linear Encoder Pcb

    2-1-10. Linear encoder PCB This board, located on the back of the slider, reads the linear scale. 2-1-11. The KeyBoard PCB A 16 character x 2 line LCD, an LED that indicates +5V supply and 11 tact switches are mounted on the K/B PCB. It is connected to the main PCB via the K/B cable. 2-1-12.

  • Page 32: Ink System

    2-2. Ink system 2-2-1. Definitions Ink system Ink system is the general term of a mechanism specific to ink-jet printing system for protecting a nozzle against troubles such as clogging and recovering it if it should be in trouble. Head capping Head capping is a mechanism for automatically capping the nozzle so as to prevent it from drying.

  • Page 33: Brief Explanation Of The Ink System

    2-2-2. Brief explanation of the ink system The ink system control mainly contains the following functions. • Processing when turning the power on • Processing when starting plotting • Refreshing operation • Standby operation • Ink end monitoring • Head cleaning operation •...
  • Page 34 Processing when power is turned ON If it is anticipated that the ink will have thickened while the power was OFF, and if there is expected to be danger that the uncapped nozzle will be dry when the power is turned ON, then cleaning action is executed to restore the ink ejection condition to what it was originally.
  • Page 35 Head cleaning operation A function that works to remove thickened ink or dust accumulated on the nozzle faces to recover normal ink-discharge. There are the following 3 methods. Cleaning Cleaning Cleaning Remarks method time consumption effect Soft Short Small Small Can deal with minor problems such as failure of ink jet.

  • Page 36: Parameters Related To The Ink System

    3. The running meter parameter is set to its value before the replacement. → ink parameters 1 No. 11, 12, 16 to 22 • The ink system is controlled so that MIMAKI-brand ink be discharged in stable condition. Operation with non-MIMAKI brand ink is not guaranteed.

  • Page 37: Brief Explanation Of Media Size Detection Control

    2-3. Brief explanation of media size detection control Detection of the front ends of a media → Detection by the paper width sensor Detection of the right- and left-side edges of a media → Detection by paper width sensor Brief flow chart of the media width detection processing Edges of the media are detected through the use of the difference in lightness between the media and the platen (cutter slit), based on which the paper width is calculated.
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  • Page 39: Chapter 3 Troubleshooting

    CHAPTER 3 TROUBLESHOOTING It is necessary to isolate, to some extent, the function that is in trouble in prior to trouble- shooting. Troubles can be roughly classified into the following two groups. 1) Troubles only relating to the device • The function in trouble can be determined through various tests. 2) Trouble relating to the connection with the host computer •...

  • Page 40: Troubles For Which Error Messages Are Given On The Lcd

    3-1. Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD General recovering procedures for troubles for which error messages are given on LCD are as follows: 1) Segregation of causes of errors Causes of errors are roughly classified into the following groups. 1) Handling errors on the system side 2) Defective conditions on the system side 3) Defective conditions on the interface cable...

  • Page 41: Error Messages And Corrective Measures

    3-2. Error messages and corrective measures 3-2-1. Error messages for troubles for which error numbers are given on the LCD Corrective measures and Message Description recovering procedures ERROR01 MAIN ROM • The control ROM is in 1) Replace the main PCB with a abnormal conditions.
  • Page 42 Corrective measures and Message Description recovering procedures ERROR20 I/F BOARD • A error occurred in 1) Replace the I/F PCB with a new one. communication between the main PCB and the interface 2) Replace the main PCB with a board. new one.
  • Page 43 Error message Cause Corrective measure • Media detection has not been 1) Make sure that there is no ERROR50 MEDIA SENSE successfully carried out. gap between platen F (aluminum) and the edge of the P cover F rubber. If there is a gap, stick the rubber appressed against the platen.

  • Page 44: Ink-Related Components And Other Components

    3-2-2. Ink-related components and other components Corrective measures and Message Description recovering procedures • The number of absent 1) Install the ink cartridge. <LOCAL> CARTRIDGE ink cartridge is shown. 2) If the error recurs after the ink cartridge has been installed. Conduct sensor tests to find out the cause of trouble.
  • Page 45 Corrective measures and Message Description recovering procedures • If the entire LCD 1) Confirm that the computer is sending display flashes in data. * * REMOTE * * REMOTE mode, it 2) Replace the I/F cable with a new one. indicates that data have 3) Replace the 1394 PCB.

  • Page 46: Troubles For Which Error Messages Are Not Given On The Lcd

    3-3. Troubles for which error messages are not given on the LCD 3-3-1. The device will not be energized. Problems The POWER indicator lamp on the operation panel will not light up even if turning the power switch on. Causes 1) The power cord has come off the receptacle.

  • Page 47: The Device Fails To Perform Plotting

    3-3-2. The device fails to perform plotting Problems The head operates, but the device fails to perform printing. Causes 1) Nozzles on the head are clogged. 2) The main FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected. The HDC FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected. The head FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected.
  • Page 48 If none of the heads or nozzle rows discharges ink, check the following: 1. Check that the head ID is entered correctly. 2. If either nozzle row of the same head does not discharge ink, check the defective section by exchanging the 21-wire FPC (connected to the head) within the same nozzle row (for example, between CN9 and CN10).

  • Page 49: Cutting Failure

    3-3-3. Cutting failure Problems The cutter goes up during paper cutting. Causes 1) HDC FPC has disconnected. Checking procedure 1) Check whether or not the phenomenon occurs at a specific position in terms of the Y-direction. Remedies 1) Replace the HDC FPC cable with a new one. 3-3-4.

  • Page 50: Abnormal Nozzle Discharge

    3-3-6. Abnormal nozzle discharge Problems When checking the nozzle, the nozzle at the enter of the head does not discharge. The head on the R side does not discharge. The edge of the nozzle does not discharge. Causes 1) The amount of wiper contact is large/small. 2) The wiper on the R side does not contact.

  • Page 51: Abnormal Ink Discharge

    3-3-8. Abnormal ink discharge Problems Vertical lines during plotting, square spots, or ink discharged out of range Causes 1) The head FPC cable is in poor contact. 2) The connector of head has bloken. (Metal corrosion) Checking procedure 1) Disconnect the FPC cable and then check the contact surface visually. Remedies 1) Replace the head FPC cable with a new one.

  • Page 52: Plotting Failure

    3-4. Plotting failure 3-4-1. Print is not sharp Problems A line has been omitted from the print. (specified color) A stripe in the scanning direction is partially printed with widened. Characters printed by a specific nozzle are displaced. Causes 1) Nozzles on the head have clogged. Failure of ink jet is generated.

  • Page 53: Abnormal Print

    3-4-2. Abnormal print Problems Abnormal print is produced outside the paper. Causes 1) The main FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected. The HDC FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected. The head FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected. 2) The linear encoder has not read correctly.

  • Page 54: Color Of Print Is Pale

    3-4-3. Color of print is pale. Problems Color of print is pale. Color of print differs from device to device. Causes 1) The head ID has not been properly specified. 2) A media other than exclusive media is used. 3) The temperature sensor is not read correctly. Checking procedure 1) Check the head ID stuck on the head and the ID within #ADJUSTMENT.

  • Page 55: Plotted Dots Or Lines Are Dirty

    3-4-5. Plotted dots or lines are dirty. Problems Plotted dots or lines are dirty. Causes 1) The head height is not adjusted correctly. 2) The head ID is not set correctly. 3) Head/cap positional relations get shifted. 4) Wiper is not cleaned. 5) The media is not a dedicated paper.

  • Page 56: Stripes Are Always Drawn At The Time Of Scanning

    3-4-6. Stripes are always drawn at the time of scanning Problems Black or white stripes are always drawn at the time of scanning. Causes 1) The value of [MEDIA COMP.] is not correct. When the media is changed, perform SETUP and [MEDIA COMP.] to set values which suit the media.

  • Page 57: Black And White Stripes On Reverse Sides

    2) Adjust the dot position with [R/F HEAD ADJUST] to 140µm+-10µm or less for each color. 3) In case of plotting with 720 dpi, perform test using MIMAKI-brand media, Glossy White PET(SPC-0111), and MIMAKI-brand colorant ink. Check that the dot size is 70 to 80µm for the V2 type.

  • Page 58: Stripes Occur

    3-4-9. Stripes occur Problems Stripes (wind repples) occur at each scan. Causes 1) The head is too high. ( The gap is too large.) Checking procedures 1) Lower the head and then make plotting. Remedies 1) If panting is canceled, the accuracy of the device is assumed to be normal. Change the plot mode to [STANDARD] or [FINE].With 360 x 360dpi, change the 2pass mode to the 4pass mode;...

  • Page 59: Chapter 4 Maintenance Mode

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  • Page 60: Maintenance Items

    4-1. Maintenance items The maintenance mode has been prepared for the operations to be conducted for adjustment at the time of delivery of product and for adjustment in maintenance works. This mode is not released to general users. Under the maintenance mode, “#Adjustment” items, “#Test” items and “#Parameter” items are included in functions.

  • Page 61: Entering Into The Maintenance Mode

    4-2. Entering into the maintenance mode The maintenance mode is entitled in two different methods. 4-2-1. Entering into the maintenance mode when actuating the plotter This section explains how to enter into the maintenance mode when turning on the power to the plotter.

  • Page 62: Entering Into The Maintenance Mode By System Parameters

    4-2-2. Entering into the maintenance mode by system parameters It is possible to keep the maintenance mode held released at all times by changing the value for the system parameter No. 62 (SUPPORT). • Upon completion of maintenance works, set the value for the system parameter No.

  • Page 63: Menu Of #Adjust

    4-3. Menu of #ADJUST 4-3-1. PRINTadjust2 This function is used to adjust the relative dot positions between heads after the nozzle BKT has been replaced. [Function] Corrects the dot shot timing between heads into the X and Y directions based on black of the REAR row.
  • Page 64 Select the item to be corrected using the #PRN. adjust2 key. Adjust : Y Si. Start plotting with the key. ENTER #PRN. adjust2 To enter the correction value without performing Adjust : Y Re. plotting, press the key. #PRN. adjust2 When the key is pressed, jogging can be Adjust :...
  • Page 65 If “X DIRECTION” has been selected ) • Be sure to perform this item upon completion of media correction. Press the key to start plotting. ENTER #PRN. adjust2 To enter the correction value without performing SEL. : X DIRECTION plotting, press the key.
  • Page 66 If “FINE” has been selected ) ”FINE” is used to check, or perform fine adjustment of, the X PRINT, Y SINGLE, Y REPEAT, and Y BI-D correction values. Accordingly, perform the “FINE” after the X PRINT, Y SINGLE, Y REPEAT, and Y BI-D corrections have been performed. •...
  • Page 67 Sample plotting of [FINE: FINAL] Y in-coming travel, In-coming X direction travel plot Vertical line; Y going-and-coming travel Y out-going travel Out-going X direction travel plot Paper feed direction Select the “Adjust : FINE”. #PRN. adjust2 Adjust : FINE Press the key.
  • Page 68 If “Y Single” has been selected ) Input the correction value for the Y out-going #PRN. adjust2 travel using the key. Y Si. 1-2 : Enter the correction values between heads 1 and 2, between heads 1 and 3, between heads 1 and 4, between heads 1 and 5, and between colors 1 and If “Y Repeat”...

  • Page 69: Head Adjust

    4-3-2. HEAD ADJUST [Function] Plots a pattern for mechanical adjustment of position shift of each head. (Refer to [6-2-6. Adjustment of the head] P.6-12) [Operation] Select the ADJUSTMENT. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER # ADJUST < ENT > Press the key to select the “HEAD FUNCTION # ADJUST...
  • Page 70 If “R/F HEAD adjust” has been selected ) Move the cursor using the key to #HEAD ADJUST select the color. SELECT : KMc Display the selected color using the key. Press the key. ENTER Press the key to change the position (only X position) to plot.

  • Page 71: Head Wash

    4-3-3. HEAD WASH [Function] The ink that has been filled is ejected, and the tube, damper and head are cleaned with a washing fluid. This process is normally carried out prior to shipment from the factory [Operation] Select the ADJUSTMENT. FUNCTION # ADJUST <...
  • Page 72 Select whether cleaning is to be continued. WASHING To end cleaning, press the key. END < > CONTINUE When the display shown at left appears, set the WASHING SET TRANS TOOL cleaning tool. Suck in the transportation fluid. When the display shown at left appears, WASHING remove the cleaning tool.

  • Page 73: Select Cleaning

    4-3-4. SELECT CLEANING [Function] Specified cleaning is performed. Overview of cleaning operation Cleaning mode Cleaning operation soft normal strong Rubbing Main suction Micro-suction Idle suction * Micro-suction and idle suction include the wiping operation. [Operation] Select the ADJUSTMENT. FUNCTION Press the key.
  • Page 74 Select the cleaning type using the # SELCleaning key. TYPE : normal # SELCleaning TYPE : strong # SELCleaning TYPE : soft Press the key. ENTER CLEANING ACTIVE Now, start the cleaning. ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Upon completion of the cleaning, the indication # ADJUST given in step of procedure 2) will be restored SELcleaning...

  • Page 75: Replace Counter

    4-3-5. REPLACE COUNTER [Function] Number of ink cartridge replacements, number of scanning, draw area and using time are confirmed. The number of times the ink cartridge has been replaced is incremented whenever the ink cartridge is removed. [Operation] Select the ADJUSTMENT. FUNCTION # ADJUST <...
  • Page 76 If “DRAW AREA” has been selected ) When you press the key, the # REPLACE CNT plotting area is displayed for each ink : ∗ m cartridge. Press the key to exit from the ENTER function. If “USE TIME” has been selected ) # REPLACE CNT Display the operating time.

  • Page 77: Default Set

    4-3-6. DEFAULT SET [Function] Parameter settings are reset to initial values. When the “Set parameter” is under execution, the following situation takes place. • The setting items (the drawing method, the number of ink layers etc.) are reset to the initial values.

  • Page 78: Capping

    4-3-7. CAPPING [Function] Capping position is adjusted. (Refer to [6-2-2. Adjustment of the station position] P.6-4) The adjustment value is stored under the system parameter No. 4 to No.8. [Operation] Select the ADJUSTMENT. FUNCTION Press the key. # ADJUST < ENT > ENTER # ADJUST S e l e c t t h e “...

  • Page 79: Ink Setup

    4-3-8. INK SETUP [Function] Changes the ink type mounted. • Use this function only when the selected ink type is different from the mounted ink type, for example, after PCB replacement. Note that selecting a different ink type from the mounted ink type may cause failed plotting. [Operation] Select the ADJUSTMENT.

  • Page 80: Head Id

    4-3-9. HEAD ID [Function] The setting value is issued in the maintenance list at the time of maintenance release. Enter the ID numbers of heads 1 to 6. The input values are stored under system parameters No. 1 to 6. The ID numbers are sealed and stuck on each print head.

  • Page 81: Adjust Edge

    L = 5 mm R = 5 mm (JV4-130 / 160) R = 25 mm (JV4-180) • In this adjustment, the actual measured value is entered, but the value found from the following formula is stored under the system parameter.
  • Page 82 Plot the adjusting pattern using the key. # ADJUST EDGE CLEAR < > DRAW Clear the adjustment value using the key. Press the key to enter a correction value without performing plotting. After the completion of plotting, enter a correction value.

  • Page 83: 500Mmsquare

    4-3-11. 500mmSQUARE [Function] Range accuracy is adjusted. The adjustment value in the Y-direction shall be applied to the detected mediun width. The dimension of the Y-direction for the drawing itself will not be changed. The adjustment values are stored under the system parameters No. 0 and 1. (X-direction = No.
  • Page 84 Plot the adjusting pattern using the key. # 500mm SQUARE CLEAR < > DRAW Clear the adjustment value using the key. Press the key to enter a correction value without performing plotting. After the completion of plotting, enter a correction value.

  • Page 85: Set Quality

    4-3-12. SET QUALITY [Function] Sets the operation mode of the user-defined PRINT MODE-QUALITY.The setting values are stored under the maintenance parameters No. 74 and 79. The settting value is issued in the maintenance list at the time of maintenance release. [Operation] Select the ADJUSTMENT..

  • Page 86: Media Comp2

    The correcting values are stored under the system parameters No. 20. • Make this adjustment only if a problem occurs when the media is normally set and the folowing pattern is plotted using a combination of MIMAKI-brand Grossy White PET(SPC-0111)and MIMAKI-brand colorant ink.
  • Page 87 [Operation] Select the ADJUSTMENT. FUNCTION Press the key. # ADJUST < ENT > ENTER Select the “MEDIA COMP2” pressing the # ADJUST MEDIA COMP2 < ent > key. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER Press the key to enter correction value without performing plotting.

  • Page 88: Test Items

    4-4. #TEST items 4-4-1. CHECK PATTERN [Function] Plots the following patterns with the selected plotting mode to check the machine status. a. Density pattern..... Patterns are drawn for the density of 100%, 50%, 25%, and 6.25% (Colors can be selected.) b.
  • Page 89 a. Plotting a density pattern Select the density pattern using the # CHK PATTERN key and press the key. PATTERN : 100% ENTER Pattern : 100%, 50%, 25%, 6.25% Select the resolution using the # CHK PATTERN and press the key.
  • Page 90 Select the color used for plotting. # CHK PATTERN Shift the cursor using the key to select COLOR : KCMY – – the color to be used. Press the key to select wheter the color is drawned or not. Press the key to finalize the ENTER number.
  • Page 91 Select the print mode using the # CHK PATTERN key and press the key. PLOT : UNI–D 2 pass ENTER Drawing way : BI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pass UNI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pas • Some items cannot be selected depending on the resolution. Select the plotting length in the XandY- # CHK PATTERN direction using the key and press...
  • Page 92 c. Plotting a color chart pattern Select color chart using the # CHK PATTERN PATTERN : COLOR and press the key. ENTER Select the resolution using the # CHK PATTERN and press the key. ENTER : 360X360-N1 Resolution : 360 x 360- N1, 360 x 360- V1 360 x 540- N1, 360 x 540- V1 720 x 720- N2, 720 x 720- V2 1440 x 1440 -V2, 180 x 180- N1...
  • Page 93 After the completion of the plotting, press the key in repetition to return the layers of screens one by one to permit the conditions to be changed. d. Plotting a feed pattern Select “FEED” using the key and # CHK PATTERN press the key.
  • Page 94 Select the plotting length in the X and Y- # CHK PATTERN X = 10 Y = ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ direction using the key and press key. ENTER Length setting: 10mm to the sheet width (in increments of 10mm steps) Select the color to plot.

  • Page 95: Parameter Draw

    4-4-2. PARAMETER DRAW [Function] Setting state of parameters is plotted. [Operation] Select the TEST. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER # TEST < ENT > Select the “PARAMETER DRAW” pressing # TEST key. FUNCTION PARAM. DRAW < ent > Press the key.

  • Page 96: All Pattern

    4-4-3. ALL PATTERN [Function] Collectively plots the following adjustment result. • HEAD ADJUST , SLANT adjust , R/F HEADadjust , HEAD U/ Dadjsut • PARAMETERadjust2 , FAIN , FAINAL , TEST DRAW [Operation] Select the TEST. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER # TEST <...

  • Page 97: Servo

    4-4-4. X SERVO [Function] Continuous outward/inward travel is executed in terms of the X-direction for the purpose of durability test. This test can be executed without placing a media on the plotter. • Execute the test with speed, acceleration and traveling amount set to the initial val- ues.

  • Page 98: Y Servo

    4-4-5. Y SERVO [Function] Continuous outward/inward travel is executed in terms of the Y-direction for the purpose of durability test. This test can be executed without placing a media on the plotter. • Execute the test with speed, acceleration and traveling amount set to the initial val- ues.

  • Page 99: Xy Servo

    4-4-6. XY SERVO [Function] Continuous outward/inward travel is executed in terms of the X- and Y-direction for the purpose of durability test. This test can be executed without placing a media on the plotter. • Execute the test with speed, acceleration and traveling amount set to the initial val- ues.

  • Page 100: Action Test

    4-4-7. ACTION TEST [Function] Performance of the following units is checked. • Rotation of fan motor (LOW/MID/HIGH/L.L./Poff) • Up/down operation of Y-cutter (UP/DOWN) • Turning ON/OFF roll motor. • Turning ON/OFF cooling fan. [Operation] Select the TEST. FUNCTION # TEST <...

  • Page 101: Sensor Test

    4-4-8. SENSOR TEST [Function] The state of the following sensors are checked. • Medium setting lever sensor • Rear paper presence/absence sensor • Y-origin sensor • Capping sensor • Station sensor • Wiper sensor • Front cover sensorrear • X-origin sensor •...
  • Page 102 Press the key. # SENSOR TEST The state of the station cover sensor is shown STATION : OFF on the LCD. The station cover has been opened. OFF: The station cover has not been closed. Press the key. # SENSOR TEST WIPER : OFF The state of the wiping sensor is shown on the...

  • Page 103: Paper Sensor

    4-4-9. PAPER SENSOR [Function] Reading by the paper width sensor is given on the LCD. This test can be executed without placing a media on the plotter. [Operation] Select the TEST. FUNCTION # TEST < ENT > Press the key. ENTER Select the “PAPER SENSOR”...

  • Page 104: Keyboard Test

    4-4-10. KEYBOARD TEST [Function] The key pressed is shown on the LCD. [Operation ] Select the TEST. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER # TEST < ENT > # TEST Select the “KEYBOARD” pressing the KEYBOARD < ent > key. FUNCTION Press the key.

  • Page 105: Display Test

    4-4-11. DISPLAY TEST [Function] Displays various display items in succession. [Operation ] Select the TEST. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER # TEST < ENT > # TEST Select the “DISPLAY TEST” pressing the DISPLAY test < ent > key. FUNCTION Press the key.

  • Page 106: Lcd Test

    4-4-12. LCD TEST [Function] Indication shown on the LCD is changed over at predetermined intervals [Operation] Select the TEST. FUNCTION Press the key. ENTER # TEST < ENT > Select the “LCD TEST” pressing the # TEST key. FUNCTION LCD TEST <...

  • Page 107: Pump Motor

    4-4-13. PUMP MOTOR [Function] Performance of the pump motor is checked. [Operation] FUNCTION Select the TEST. # TEST < ENT > Press the key. ENTER Select the “PUMP MOTOR” pressing the # TEST PUMP MOTOR < ent > key. FUNCTION Press the key.

  • Page 108: Timer Check

    4-4-14. TIMER CHECK [Function] Checks the present date and time. This test is used for the evaluation of the build-in battery. The built-in timer is backed up by a lithium battery. This battery discharges to a voltage level which cannot maintain normal timer operation in about 7 years. [Operation] Select the TEST.

  • Page 109: Memory Check

    4-4-15. MEMORY CHECK [Function] Checking of the following memories is executed. a. SDRAM read/write check b. F-ROM hash check c. S-RAM read/write chec d. I/F board S-RAM read/write check • If an error occurs during any of the memory checks, it becomes impossible for the memory check action to continue.
  • Page 110 a. SDRAM check The indication “SDRAM” is shown on the # MEMORY check LCD. CHECK : SDRAM Press the key. ENTER Use the keys to set the waiting # MEMORY check time after data have been written in until the WAIT TIME : OFF read-in check is performed .
  • Page 111 b. F-ROM check The indication “F-ROM” is shown on the LCD. # MEMORY check CHECK : F-ROM Press the key. The plotter starts ENTER # MEMORY check checking. CNT : 1 F-ROM The number of checks is shown on the LCD. # MEMORY check When an error arises, the error message will h’...
  • Page 112 d. I/F S-RAM check # MEMORY check The indication “I/F S-RAM” is shown on the CHECK : I/ F S-RAM LCD. Press the key. The plotter starts ENTER # MEMORY check checking. CNT : 1 I FRAM (Single check takes about 2 minutes.) # MEMORY check E 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 ∗...

  • Page 113: Skew Check

    4-4-16. SKEW CHECK [Function] Checks the amount of paper shift caused by paper feed. [Operation] FUNCTION Select the TEST. # TEST < ENT > Press the key. ENTER Select the “SKEW CHECK” pressing the # TEST key. FUNCTION SKEW CHECK <...

  • Page 114: Temp Check

    4-4-17. TEMP CHECK [Function] Displays the temperature around the head. [Operation] FUNCTION Select the TEST. # TEST < ENT > Press the key. ENTER Select the “TEMP CHECK” pressing the # TEST key. FUNCTION TEMP CHECK < ent > Press the ENTER Displays the temerature around the head.

  • Page 115: Encoder Check

    4-4-18. ENCODER CHECK [Function] Check linear sensor or linear encoder scale. Based on capping position, indicate value of linear encoder and Y motor encoder when it’s moved an optional position that was specified. [Operation] Select the TEST. FUNCTION Press the key.
  • Page 116 Return to Process No. 3 when press the key. It is normal if value of Y motor encoder and value of linear encoder is indicated approximate. There are appearance of dispersion of linear scale and 2mm to 3mm gaps by stretching, though it isn’t unusual.

  • Page 117: Paramater Items

    4-5. #PARAMATER items 4-5-1. SYSTEM PARAMETER [Function] System parameter values are changed. [System parameters list] Indication Set value Description Remarks Mechanical correction X Adjustment of range COMP.X (in increments of 0.1 mm 500 mm – actual measured value) accuracy If the system parameter Mechanical correction Y value is incrased: COMP.Y...
  • Page 118 Indication Set value Description Remarks X feed pulse correction FEEDadj (in increments of 1 dot) Correction base value for V1 waveform Y direction shuttle movement V1BiADJ (in increments of 1 dot) Correction base value for V2 waveform Y direction shuttle movement V2BiADJ (in increments of 1 dot) Correction base value for N1 waveform Y direction shuttle movement...

  • Page 119: System Parameter

    [Operation] Select the PARAMETER. FUNCTION Press the key. # PARAMETER < ENT > ENTER Select the &SYSTEM PRM” pressing the # PARAMETER key. FUNCTION SYSTEN PRM < ent > Press the key. ENTER Select a parameter item using the # SYSTEM PARAMETER 0 = 0 COMP.

  • Page 120: Ink Parameter

    4-5-2. INK PARAMETER 1 This is not used in the field. Never change the value. 4-5-3. INK PARAMETER 2 This is not used in the field. Never change the value. 4-5-4. MAINTENANCE PARAMETER This is not used in the field. Never change the value.

  • Page 121: Uploading And Downloading Parameters

    4-6. Uploading and Downloading Parameters This host computer and the plotter can be connected through the IEEE1284 or IEEE1394 interface to allow parameter loading the plotter to the host computer and parameter registration from the host computer to the plotter. 1.

  • Page 122: Download (Computer >>> Plotter)

    4-6-2. DOWNLOAD (Computer >>> Plotter) • To realize this function, the following item is required. OS : Windows2000, WindowsNT Cable: IEEE1394 interface cable, Pararel interface cable Tool: F/W Update Tool software [Operation] Connect the plotter and the host computer through the IEEE1394 interface cable or the pararel interface cable.
  • Page 123 Error messages If an error occurs, quit F/W Update Tool software and then turn OFF the poser of the plotter. Error message Cause Remedy Command error Check wheter interface connection is normal. ERROR COMMAND Turn OFF the power and then turn it back ON. POWER OFF Parameter error Check wheter the file selected on the host computeer is for...

  • Page 124: Updating The Firmware

    It is downloaded onto the IEEE1394. 4-7-2. Main unit side firmware version updating file The F/W version updating floppy disc issued by Development Division of MIMAKI contains the following 2 files. 1. JV4.ROM ......This is the F/W version updating file.

  • Page 125: Interface Side Firmware Version Updating File

    You may download F/W version-up file through our Web site on the Internet (URL: http:// www.mimaki.co.jp/). Download one of the following according to your use environment. The “ ∗∗∗ ” in the file name indicates the version number of F/W.

  • Page 126: Updating Procedure

    4-7-5. Updating procedure The procedure is the same on both the mechanical side and the interface side. [Operation] Turn on the power to the plotter. BOOT Press the key while the firm-ware REMOTE/LOCAL version is being shown on the LCD. F / W UPDATING This device will then be placed in the data waiting...
  • Page 127 Error messages when updating the version on the mechanical side Error message Cause Remedy E80 ROM0 ERASE Data stored in the ROM could not be erased. Replace the main PCB with a new one. E81 ROM1 ERASE Data stored in the ROM could not be erased. E82 h ' ∗...

  • Page 128: Maintenance Menu Tree

    4-8. Maintenance menu tree X DIRECTION #ADJUST PRN.adjust2 Y Si. Y Re. Y BI. TST print FINE Y Si. Y Re. Y Bi. FINAL SLANTadjust HEAD ADJUST R/F HEADadj HEAD U/Dadj all, REAR, FRONT WASH all, REAR, FRONT Standard SELECT CLEANING Strong Soft CARTRIDGE (color 1 ~ 12)
  • Page 129 PARAM. DRAW SYSTEM PRM INK PRM.1 INK PRM.2 MAINTE PRM SERVO PRM ADJUST PRM INFO PRM ALL PATTERN. No selective item X SERVO No selective item Y SERVO No selective item XY SERVO No selective item ACTION TEST FAN MOTOR Y CUTTER COOLING FAN ROLL MOTOR...
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  • Page 131: Chapter 5 Disassembling / Assembling Procedure

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  • Page 132: Disassembly And Assembly

    5-1. Disassembly and assembly 5-1-1. Front cover assy., Y cover, SR cover, YR cover and Right cover [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No. 2 for M3 to M5) [Disassembling procedure] Move the left front cover pin and then pull out the front cover. Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the Y cover.
  • Page 133 Rear cover L B3 x6Bk B3x6Bk Y-cover Rear cover R P3x8SMW B3x6Bk Y-cover stay B3x6Ni YR cover P3 x8SMW B3x6Ni B3x6Ni Front cover U P3x8SMW Ni B3x6Ni B3 x6Ni B4 x10Ni Right cover Sub side P3x8SMW Ni p l a t e R assy.

  • Page 134: Keyboard Assy. And Io Pcb Assy

    5-1-2. Keyboard assy. and IO PCB assy. [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No. 2 for M3 to M5) [Disassembling procedure] <Keyboard PCB> 1) Remove the right cover. 2) Remove the keyboard cable assy. 3) Remove the screw (P4 x 6SMW), then remove the keyboard base from right side plate. 4) Remove the screw (TP3 x 8), then remove the keyboard PCB assy.

  • Page 135: Platen Cover F/R, Fan Motor Assy., And Paper Sensor R Assy

    3) Remove the screw (F3 x 8Bk), then remove the fan motor assy. from fan motor BKT. • Note that cables with different lengths are used for the three fan motors (four fan motors with the JV4-180) depending on the mounting position. 4) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the platen cover R.

  • Page 136: X-Motor Assy

    5-1-4. X-motor assy. [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) [Disassembling procedure] 1) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the SL cover. 2) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the YL cover. 3) Remove the left cover.

  • Page 137: X-Pulley And Paper Feed Roller (Do Not Disassemble)

    5-1-5. X-pulley and paper feed roller (Do not disassemble) • Do not remove the X-pulley because it is positioned precisely. Do not loosen the set screws (SSWP4 X 4). • Do not loosen the set screws (SSWP3 X 3) because the two protruded rollers are positioned precisely.

  • Page 138: Y-Motor Assy., Y-Timing Long Belt And Y-Timing Belt

    5-1-6. Y-motor assy., Y-timing long belt and Y-timing belt [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) [Disassembling procedure] 1) Remove the front cover , Y cover, SR cover, YR cover and the right cover. 2) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the SL cover. 3) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the YL cover.

  • Page 139: Head Cover, Slider Pcb And Linear Encoder Pcb Assy. / Scale

    5-1-7. Head cover, Slider PCB and Linear encoder PCB assy. / scale [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) • Phillips screwdriver (No.1 for M2) • Box wrench (opposite side distance: 5.5 mm) • Phillips screwdriver (for removing SP) [Disassembling procedure] 1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using the JOG key.
  • Page 140 Follow the procedure given below to replace the linear encoder PCB assy. • After replacing the linear encoder PCB assy, be careful not to contact the linear en- coder PCB scale. (Refer to the adjustment items.) 1) Remove the harness of the linear encoder PCB assy from the slider PCB. 2) Remove the screw (P3 x 8SMW) on the slider from the L-sensor BKT assy.
  • Page 141 P3 x6SMW Slider stopper L Scale holder H-axis hold shaft B3 x6SMW Slider PCB BKT Scale spring Scale hook B3 x6Ni P3 x6SMW Shaft holder Linear encoder scale assy. CS3 x8SMW SS flat 3 to Slicer PCB assy. CN29 P2 x12 Linear bushing Linear encoder PCB assy.

  • Page 142: Print Head

    5-1-8. Print head [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) • Phillips screwdriver (No.1 for M2) • Nippers (for removing SP) • Box wrench (Bondhus type, opposite side distance: 2.5 mm, polarized) • Small Phillips screwdriver (for removing Damper) [Disassembling procedure] 1) Turn ON the power of the device and then enter the ID of the head to be replaced in advance.
  • Page 143 to Slider PCB assy. to Slider PCB assy. Damper holder Damper holder Print head Print head P2 x 8SMW Adjuster P2 x 8SMW Adjusing spring Angle spring Head adjusing screw Head adjusing screw B3 x 10Bk Adjusing spring Adjuster P4 x 12SMW Head bracket Adjusing spring Angle spring...

  • Page 144: Main Fpc Cable Assy

    5-1-9. Main FPC cable assy. [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) • Phillips screwdriver (No.1 for M2) [Disassembling procedure] 1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using the JOG key.

  • Page 145: Cutter Solenoid Assy. And The Paper Width Sensor Pcb Assy

    5-1-10. Cutter solenoid assy. and the paper width sensor PCB assy. [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) [Disassembling procedure] 1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using the JOG key.

  • Page 146: Cap Assy

    5-1-11. Cap assy. • Do not make mistake on the orientation of the Cap assy. • Do not attach the Cap assy. with the Cap SP removed. [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) • Small slotted screwdriver (for removing the cap housing U) [Disassembling procedure] 1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using the JOG key.

  • Page 147: Station Sensor Assy., Capping Sensor Assy. And Wipersensor Assy

    5-1-12. Station sensor assy., Capping sensor assy. and Wipersensor assy. [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5, L=260 more) • Small slotted screwdriver (for removing the sensor) [Disassembling procedure] <Station sensor assy.> 1) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the SR cover, the YR cover and the right cover.
  • Page 148 <Wiper sensor assy.> 1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using the JOG key. 2) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the SR cover, the YR cover and the right cover.

  • Page 149: Ieee1394 Pcb, Main Pcb, Hdc-4 Head Pcb Assy

    5-1-13. IEEE1394 PCB, Main PCB, HDC-4 Head PCB assy., HDC-2 Head PCB assy. and Power PCB [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) • Box wrench (opposite side distance: 5.5 mm) [Disassembling procedure] <IEEE1394 PCB> 1) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the electrical unit cover.
  • Page 150 <HDC-4 Head PCB assy.> 1) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the electrical unit cover. 2) Remove all of the cables connected to the HDC-4 Head PCB assy. 3) Remove the screw (P3 x 8SMW) and remove the HDC-4 Head PCB assy. Follow the procedure given below to replace the HDC-2 Head PCB assy.

  • Page 151: Ink Supply Tube (Inside Diameter: Ø2Mm)

    5-1-14. Ink supply tube (inside diameter: ø2mm) [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) [Disassembling procedure] 1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using the JOG key.
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  • Page 155: Adjusting Item

    6-2. Adjusting item 6-2-1. Adjustment of the cutter height [The case that needs adjustment] • The case where the cutter assy has been detached [Tools to be used] Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) [Adjusting procedure] 1) Loosen a screw on the cutter assy for the slider. 2) Move the Cutter assy up and down so that the gap between the cutting edge and platen becomes 1.5 to 2mm.

  • Page 156: Adjustment Of The Station Position

    6-2-2. Adjustment of the station position (Forward and backward position of Cap/ Bottom position of Cap/ Capping height/ Wiping Y/ Wiping height) [The case that needs adjustment] • In the case where the station assy is removed from • In the case of ink filling or cleaning is not performed normally •...
  • Page 157 2. Operation adjustment The Capping position adjustment operation is serialized as follows: # ADJUST CAPPING < ent > Make sure that the head is at the bottom position and HEAD height then select [>Yes]. LOW ?< > YES Bottom position of Cap # ADJUST (adjustment value = 250 to 380) LOWER POS.
  • Page 158 Cap Y Adjust Cap Y so that the center of the Cap agrees with the center of the head, using the key. Cap height Adjust the Cap height at which the Cap contacts the head, using the key. The section below the taper section of the Cap is hidden Front view, enlarged...
  • Page 159 Wiping height Adjust the Wiping height so that the top 1mm (±0.5mm) of the wiper contacts the head, using key. Press the key to move the wiper back and forth. 3. Station position check With the power of the device turned ON, set an appropriate media and then move the head on the platen using the JOG key.
  • Page 160 Press the key to enter the flashing mode. Set Shot to 5000000 (maximum value) and then press the key. Flashing operation is performed on the Cap automatically. 1. Return the head 2. Flashing 3. Move the head to on cap. on platen.

  • Page 161: Adjustment Of The Linear Sensor Pcb Assy Height

    6-2-3. Adjustment of the Linear sensor PCB assy height [The case that needs adjustment] • In the case where the Linear sensor PCB assy has been replaced • In the case where the Linear encoder scale has been replaced [Tools to be used] •...

  • Page 162: Adjustment Of The Y-Motor Belt Tension

    6-2-4. Adjustment of the Y-motor belt tension [The case that needs adjustment] • In the case where the Y-motor total assy is removed [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) • Tension gauge (Max. 300gf or more) •...

  • Page 163: Adjustment Of The X-Motor Belt Tension

    6-2-5. Adjustment of the X-motor belt tension [The case that needs adjustment] • In the case where the X-motor total assy is replaced. [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) • Tension gauge (Max. 300gf or more) •...

  • Page 164: Adjustment Of The Head (Head Angle / Head Stagger)

    6-2-6. Adjustment of the head (head angle / head stagger) [The case that needs adjustment] • In the case where the head is replaced [Tools to be used] • Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5) • Phillips screwdriver (No.1 for M2) •...
  • Page 165 Select [#ADJUSTMENT - HEAD ADJUST - FRONT or REAR] and then print the adjustment pattern to glossy media. (Select the side including the replaced head.) Head 1 or 2 Head 3 or 4 Head 5 or 6 Check the head tilt with a magnifying glass and then turn the tilt adjustment screw according to the tilt direction.
  • Page 166 2) Bad condition (Turn the screw clockwise.) 3) Bad condition (Turn the screw counterclockwise.) 2. Stagger adjustment Select [#ADJUSTMENT - HEAD ADJUST - FRONT or REAR (K_M_c)] and then print the adjustment pattern to glossy media. (Print the block including the replaced head.) REAR Head FRONT Head Turn the forward and backward position adjustment screw according to the overlapping...
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