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MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1638UH Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 VJ-1638UH VJ1638UHE-A-05...
  • Page 3 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Important Notice For Users in Europe The CE marking is a mandatory European marking for certain product groups to indicate conformity with the essential health and safety requirements set out in European Directives. By affixing the CE marking, the manufacturer, his authorized representative, or the person placing the product on the market or putting it into service ensures that the item meets all the essential requirements of all applicable EU directives and that the applicable conformity assessment procedures have been applied.
  • Page 4 • The product and the contents of this publication may be changed without prior notification. • MUTOH INDUSTRIES LTD. has made the best efforts to keep this publication free from error, but if you find any uncertainties or misprints, please call us or the shop where you bought this equipment.
  • Page 5 This manual explains the operation procedure when you start the printer for the first time. Operation Manual (this manual) Purpose and Target Readers This manual explains preparations before use and operation procedures for MUTOH Full Color Ink Jet Printer VJ-1638UH. This manual is prepared for the owners and operators of this printer.
  • Page 6 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Manual Configuration Section Description This chapter explains warning terms, safety precautions and warning labels on the product that 1 Safety instructions operators and people who install this product need to know. 2 Product overview This chapter explains the features of the printer along with the names and functions of each part. 3 Before using This chapter explains necessary steps before using the printer.

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety instructions Types and meanings of warnings ....... 14 Important safety instructions .
  • Page 8 Table of Contents VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.5.6 Setting media type..........95 3.5.7 Media Type Change Procedure from Media Type Menu.
  • Page 9 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Table of Contents Panel setup menu Sleep mode menu ......... . . 228 5.1.1 Sleep Mode Start menu .
  • Page 10 Table of Contents VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Maintenance Wearing the gloves and goggles ....... 286 6.1.1 How to wear the supplied gloves .
  • Page 11 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Table of Contents Appendix Product specifications........368 8.1.1 Printer specifications .
  • Page 12 Table of Contents VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL...

  • Page 13: Safety Instructions

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 1 Safety instructions Safety instructions This chapter explains warning terms, safety precautions and warning labels on the product that operators and people who install this product need to know. WARNING • When installing and operating this printer, be sure to follow the directions and warnings in this book.

  • Page 14: Types And Meanings Of Warnings

    1 Safety instructions VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Types and meanings of warnings The warnings in the Operation Manual and the warning labels attached to the printer are categorized into three stages. Understand the meanings of the following warning terms and follow the contents (instructions) in this manual.

  • Page 15: Important Safety Instructions

    It could lead to an electric shock or fire. Immediately turn OFF the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the electric socket, and contact your local MUTOH dealer. Wire the various cords as directed in the Operation Manual. Mistaken wiring could cause fire.
  • Page 16 1 Safety instructions VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Take power for the printer directly from the power socket (AC 100-120 V or AC 200-240 V). Do not use multiple plugs on the same socket. This could generate heat and might cause fire. Be sure to use a dedicated power socket with earth wire for the power supply, and connect it to the earth wire.
  • Page 17 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 1 Safety instructions When cleaning the cleaning wiper • Do not touch the cleaning wiper and head cap unit. Head cleaning may not be performed correctly because of oil from your hands. • Make sure to use a dry Cleaning stick to wipe off. Using a wet Cleaning stick may cause the Print head to be clogged.
  • Page 18 1 Safety instructions VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL • Shake the ink cartridge before use. • Shake the ink cartridges periodically. Otherwise, the ink inside the cartridges settles or coagulates and may cause poor print quality or a malfunction. To continue the sleep mode for seven days or longer, when seven days have passed, perform the following: •...

  • Page 19: Warning Labels

    • Use cloth, water and mild detergent for removing dirt from the warning label. Avoid either organic solvents or gasoline. • It is necessary to replace the labels if they are damaged, lost or illegible. If the warning labels have to be replaced, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 1.3 Warning labels...

  • Page 20: Location And Type Of Warning Labels

    1 Safety instructions VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 1.3.2 Location and type of warning labels Pasting locations of the warning labels are shown in the following figure. Front side Types of warning labels 1.3 Warning labels...
  • Page 21 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 1 Safety instructions Types of warning labels 1.3 Warning labels...
  • Page 22 1 Safety instructions VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Types of warning labels NOTICE: Minimise exposure to eyes or skin. 1.3 Warning labels...
  • Page 23 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 1 Safety instructions Rear side Types of warning labels 1.3 Warning labels...
  • Page 24 1 Safety instructions VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL NOTE The following marks are for China’s safety standards. Dan hab yungh youq gij digih haijbaz 2000m doxroengz haenx ancienz sawjyungh. Dan hab yungh youq gij dienheiq diuzgen mbouj dwg diegndat haenx ancienz sawjyungh. 1.3 Warning labels...

  • Page 25: Product Overview

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview Product overview This chapter explains the features of this printer along with the names and functions of each part.

  • Page 26: Features

    2 Product overview VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Features This section explains the main features of the printer. (1) Adopting UV curing ink UV curing ink (Ultraviolet curable ink) has improved the operability as it is cured and fixated immediately after printing. Ink fixation on various materials has also improved. (2) Supporting thick media Height adjustment mechanism of the print head now supports rigid media of up to a thickness of...

  • Page 27: Names Of Parts And Functions

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview Names of parts and functions This section explains the names and functions of each part. 2.2.1 Front section Name Function Connector Used to install the optional spectrophotometer (SPECTROVUE VM-10). Pressurizing rollers Installed inside of the front cover. Press and hold the media when printing.
  • Page 28 2 Product overview VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Name Function Front cover Used for preventing a user from coming in contact with the driving mechanism during the printer operation. Opened and closed when media is set or jammed. It is normally closed. Printer operation panel Operation condition setting, printer display and various function settings are performed.

  • Page 29: Rear Section

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview 2.2.2 Rear section Name Function Roll media holders Used to load the roll media. Include flanges where roll media is attached, and the levers that fix the roll media holders. Rear media loading lever Used for fixing or releasing the media.

  • Page 30: Operation Panel

    2 Product overview VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2.2.3 Operation panel Used for setting operation conditions, display of printer status and various functions. Names of each operation key (Switch) and status display along with the functions are explained. •Refer to the following for details regarding the operation method of the operation panel. 4.3 Menu setups on the operation panel •When performing menu setting from the printer operation panel: 4.4 Operating from the operation panel...
  • Page 31 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview (1) Operation keys NOTE • The operation keys are assigned with different functions and names depending on printer status (Normal or Setup menu display). For details about printer status, refer to “ ”. 2.3 Printer status •...
  • Page 32 •When an error requiring a restart (fatal malfunction for the printer operation) occurs, all lamps blink with an alarm. 7.2.5 Error requiring restart •If the error persists even when the malfunction is fixed, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 2.2 Names of parts and functions...

  • Page 33: Indicator Display

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview 2.2.4 Indicator display Indicator to indicate the status of the ink or cartridges is displayed on the LED panel in the following situations: • In the Normal operation 2.3.2 Normal • During printing • To display ink or cartridge errors 7.2.2 Error message display and remedies Name...
  • Page 34 2 Product overview VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Slot numbers for the ink cartridges are printed under the indicator, showing the following colors. For six colors: VA VA WH WH Slot No. Ink color Black (K) Magenta (M) Cyan (C) Yellow (Y) Varnish (VA) Varnish (VA) White (WH)
  • Page 35 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview 2.2.4.1 Estimated Ink level graphic Indicator to display the conditions of ink/cartridges Remaining ink amount : More than 80%, less than 100% Remaining ink amount : More than 60%, less than 80% Remaining ink amount : More than 40%, less than 60% Remaining ink amount : More than 20%, less than 40%...

  • Page 36: Printer Status

    2 Product overview VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Printer status This chapter explains printer status. 2.3.1 Number of colors to be used You can select the number of ink colors to set to this printer at the time of initial ink charging. Each ink set has the following features: •...

  • Page 37: Changing Printer Status

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2 Product overview 2.3.4 Changing printer status Follow the procedure below and change printer status. (1) Normal → Setup menu display Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel when the printer is Normal. • “Menu 1: Sleep Mode>” is displayed on the operation panel and the display shifts to the Setup menu. NOTE For details regarding the Setup menu, refer to “...
  • Page 38 2 Product overview VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2.3 Printer status...

  • Page 39: Before Using

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using Before using This chapter explains necessary steps before using the printer.

  • Page 40: Power Cable Connection

    • Do not route the power cable near heating appliances. NOTE • Contact your local MUTOH dealer in case of power cable damage. • This product is also designed for IT power distribution system with phase-to-phase voltage 230V. 3.1 Power cable connection...
  • Page 41 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using Follow the procedure below to install the power cable. 1. Make sure that the printer is turned OFF. NOTE The power is ON when the [Power] key of the operation panel is pressed in. Press the key once again to turn OFF the power.
  • Page 42 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Insert the power cable plug firmly in the socket. WARNING • Do not pull out or insert the power plug with a wet hand. This could lead to an electric shock. • Make sure to use only the specified power supply (AC 100-120 V or AC 200-240 V). If a power supply other than the specified voltage is used, it could cause an electric shock and fire.
  • Page 43 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using NOTE • Contact the retail outlet of purchase if the earth connection cannot be established, or if the earth connection is not given. • When the power supply of the printer is ON, do not pull out the power cable from the power socket. Whenever the plug is pulled out from the power socket, allow one minute or more before inserting the plug in the power socket again.

  • Page 44: Turning The Power On/Off

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Turning the power ON/OFF This section explains how to turn the printer ON/OFF. 3.2.1 Turning the power ON Follow the procedure below to turn the power ON. 1. Press the [Power] key on the operation panel to turn ON the printer. •...

  • Page 45: Turning The Power Off

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.2.2 Turning the power OFF WARNING • Use the printer with its power turned permanently on. When you are not using the printer, always leave the power on and put the printer into the sleep mode. If you do not put the printer into the sleep mode, the ink in its interior could settle out and/or coagulate, causing poor image quality or printer failure.

  • Page 46: Sleep Mode

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Sleep mode If you set the printer’s sleep mode, the printer performs the following operation. • Vacuum fan stops. • All Lamps turn off except for Power lamp. • Some of the ink inside the printer is circulated (every three and a half hours). •...

  • Page 47: Set Sleep Mode On The Printer

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.3.1 Set sleep mode on the printer 1. Make sure that the printer’s operating condition is as follows: • Printing or other operation is not in progress. • Operation panel display is in the Normal condition. •...
  • Page 48 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “Restart -> ENTER” is displayed on Operation panel. • The printer goes into sleep mode. NOTE • If you press the [Enter] key during sleep mode, the printer returns to the Normal condition. •...

  • Page 49: Recover The Printer From Sleep Mode

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.3.2 Recover the printer from sleep mode 1. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • The printer returns to the Normal condition. 3.3 Sleep mode...

  • Page 50: Initial Ink Charging

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Initial ink charging Head cleaning and the initial ink charging are required before you use this printer. NOTE This operation takes about 40 minutes (excluding the time to remove or attach the ink cartridges). Outline of the procedure is as follows.
  • Page 51 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3. Remove cleaning cartridges from the printer. Name Cleaning cartridge • The printer performs Head cleaning. 4. Shake the ink cartridges. • Turn the ink plug upward and wait for 3 seconds. • Next, turn the ink plug downward and wait for 3 seconds. •...
  • Page 52 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Insert the ink cartridges into Ink cartridge slots. Name Ink cartridge Ink cartridge slots • The printer fills the ink. 3.4 Initial ink charging...

  • Page 53: Details Of Initial Ink Charging

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.4.1 Details of initial ink charging Follow the procedure below to perform initial ink charging. WARNING • Store ink cartridges in a cool and dark place avoid direct sunlight. • After opening the aluminum package, put the cartridge back in the opened package to store.
  • Page 54 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Follow the steps below to install cleaning wiper. • Slide the rear side of the cleaning wiper into its slot. • Press the wiper hook down until it clicks into place. Name Cleaning wiper Cleaning wiper hook 4.
  • Page 55 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 6. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “Start Ink Charge -> E” is displayed on Operation panel. 7. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “Ink Comb.: 4Color” is displayed on Operation panel. 8.
  • Page 56 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 9. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “Empty WasteInk ->” is displayed on Operation panel. NOTE If this message is displayed during operation, check Waste fluid tank and remove any waste fluid. If there is waste fluid inside the tank, the cleaning liquid is wasted.
  • Page 57 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 11. Prepare the cleaning cartridges. • Number of the cleaning cartridges required: 8 12. Insert cleaning cartridges into all Ink cartridge slots. Name Cleaning cartridge Ink cartridge slots • Keep the arrow of Cleaning cartridge facing up and insert it into the printer. •...
  • Page 58 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 13. Remove all Cleaning cartridges. • “Busy-Washing” is displayed on Operation panel and the printer starts Head cleaning. • After Head cleaning is complete, “Check waste fluid” is displayed on Operation panel. • Check Waste fluid tank. Name Cleaning cartridge 14.
  • Page 59 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using (2) When using 6-color set • Cyan (C): 1 • Magenta (M): 1 • Yellow (Y): 1 • Black (K): 1 • Varnish (VA): 2 • White (WH): 2 16. Shake ink cartridge. • Turn the ink plug upward and wait for 3 seconds.
  • Page 60 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL (1) When using 4-color set 4 colors 4 colors slot 1 slot 2 slot 3 slot 4 slot 5 slot 6 slot 7 slot 8 Name Ink cartridge Ink cartridge slots (2) When using 6-color set 6 colors 6 colors slot 2...
  • Page 61 • If there is no improvement in the print result even after performing “Little Charge”, leave the printer unused for an hour or more. Then, perform “Little Charge” again and check the print result. If there is still no improvement, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 3.4 Initial ink charging...

  • Page 62: Setting Media

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Setting media 3.5.1 Installing Media-feed table When using rigid media on this printer, use Media-feed table (optional). Follow the procedure below to install Media-feed table. The following items are required for installing Media-feed table: •...
  • Page 63 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 2. Loosen retaining screws of Media-feed table, and slowly level the table. Name Media-feed table Leveling screw 3.5 Setting media...
  • Page 64 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Tighten the leveling screws of Media-feed table (2 places, both sides), and fix the table. NOTE When fixing the leveling screws, hold the frame while pressuring the rubber foot, and then turn the screw until it doesn’t turn any further.
  • Page 65 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 4. Insert the positioning guide of Media-feed table into the square hole of Paper guide R. • If the height of the positioning guide does not match the square hole, turn the screw of Media- feed table’s caster, and adjust the height.
  • Page 66 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6. Place the level at the edge of printer’s platen, and check the position of the air bubble. Name Level Platen 7. Place the level on the frame of Media-feed table. Place the level on the same side as when you placed it on the printer. Name Level Frame of Media-feed table...
  • Page 67 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 8. Turn the screw of Media-feed table’s caster (the one further from the printer) with a spanner, and adjust the slant. • Make sure that the position of the level’s air bubble is at the same position as when you place it on the printer.
  • Page 68 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.5.1.2 Front side 1. Loosen retaining screws of Media-feed table, and slowly level the table. Name Media-feed table Leveling screw 3.5 Setting media...
  • Page 69 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 2. Tighten the leveling screws of Media-feed table (2 places, both sides), and fix the table. NOTE When fixing the leveling screws, hold the frame while pressuring the rubber foot, and then turn the screw until it doesn’t turn any further.
  • Page 70 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Insert the positioning guide of Media-feed table into the square hole of Paper guide F. • If the height of the positioning guide does not match the square hole, turn the screw of Media- feed table’s caster, and adjust the height.
  • Page 71 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 5. Place the level at the edge of printer’s platen, and check the position of the air bubble. Name Level Platen 6. Place the level on the frame of Media-feed table. Place the level on the same side as when you placed it on the printer. Name Frame of Media-feed table Level...
  • Page 72 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7. Turn the screw of Media-feed table’s caster (the one further from the printer) with a spanner, and adjust the slant. Make sure that the position of the level’s air bubble is at the same position as when you place it on the printer.

  • Page 73: Loading Rigid Media

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.5.2 Loading rigid media NOTE You can load the following rigid media on this printer: • Maximum width: 1,625 mm • Minimum width: 182 mm • Maximum depth: 1,200 mm • Minimum depth: 200 mm •...
  • Page 74 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Raise Front media loading lever (lower Rear media loading lever). • Media-feed table is excluded from the illustration for simplicity. Name Front media loading lever Rear media loading lever 4. Open the front cover. Name Front cover 3.5 Setting media...
  • Page 75 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 5. Loosen the rail retaining screw on Media-feed table (rear side), and widen the rails to the sides so that you can place the rigid media. Move the rigid media toward the origin of the printer and place it there. Name Rail Rail retaining screws...
  • Page 76 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7. Place the rigid media on Media-feed table (front side) in the same way, and fix the rails at where there is a 5 mm gap between the stoppers on both sides and the media. Name Rigid media Stopper...
  • Page 77 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 9. If the right edge of the roll media goes further right from the loading mark when seen from the front, adjust the position of Media-feed table’s rails. Loading mark is not used for deciding where the right edge of the media should be placed. There should be no problem if the media is placed away from the line, as long as it does not go beyond the line.
  • Page 78 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 10. If the both edges of the media do not cover more than half of Pressurizing rollers, adjust the position of Media-feed table’s rails. When loading the rigid media so that it does not cover more than half of Pressuring rollers, make sure that the both edges of the media does not cover Pressurizing rollers.
  • Page 79 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 12. Close Front cover. Name Front cover 13. Press down the [-] key on Operation panel for a while, and check that the rigid media can be fed no problem. • Perform checking on the whole surface of the rigid media. 3.5 Setting media...
  • Page 80 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 14. When feeding does not go smoothly, turn the screws of the front and back casters of Media-feed table (4 places each) with a spanner and raise the height slowly to adjust the position for smoother feeding. Name Caster Screw...
  • Page 81 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 17. Use a spanner and tighten the hexagon nuts of the caster’s height adjuster (4 places) toward the Media-feed table side. • The height of the caster is fixed. Name Caster height adjuster Hexagon nut NOTE After fixing the caster height, even when Media-feed table is removed, you do not need to adjust Media-feed table’s height in the following situation.

  • Page 82: Removing Media-Feed Table (Optional)

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.5.3 Removing Media-feed table (optional) This section explains how to remove Media-feed table. When Media-feed table (optional) is installed on the printer, remove it before using the roll media. Follow the procedure below to remove Media-feed table. 1.
  • Page 83 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using b. Loosen the leveling screws (2 places, both sides), and fold Media-feed table. Name Media-feed table Leveling screws c. Tighten the vertical retaining screws and fix Media-feed table. Name Media-feed table Leveling screws 3.5 Setting media...
  • Page 84 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2. Remove Media-feed table on the rear side of the printer. a. Pull Media-feed table forward, and remove the positioning guide from the hole of Paper guide R. NOTE When removing Media-feed table, make sure that you do not damage the printer with the positioning guide.

  • Page 85: Loading Roll Media

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.5.4 Loading roll media This section explains how to load roll media. Put the roll media in the center. NOTE The following roll media can be attached to the scroller supplied with this unit. •...
  • Page 86 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2. Tighten the fixing lever on the left of Roll media holder, and fix the Roll media holder (Left). Name Roll media holder (Left) Fixing lever 3. Set the roll media to the roll media holder (Left). Name Roll media holder (Left) Roll media...
  • Page 87 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 4. Set the roll media to the roll media holder (Right) and fixed the fixing lever. Name Roll media holder (Right) Roll media Fixing lever 5. Loosen the fixing levers of the right and left roll media holders, move the roll paper toward the product origin and tighten the fixing lever.

  • Page 88: Setting Roll Media

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.5.5 Setting roll media This section explains how to set roll media. Follow the procedure below to set roll media. 1. Turn the unit ON. CAUTION • Do not operate the media loading lever during initial operation and printing. The print head portion may touch the pressurizing roller portion, and cause a malfunction.
  • Page 89 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3. Raise Front media loading lever (lower Rear media loading lever). Name Front media loading lever Rear media loading lever • “Lever Up” is displayed on the operation panel. 4. Open the front cover. Name Front cover 3.5 Setting media...
  • Page 90 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Set the roll media to the media feed slot. NOTE If the end of the roll media is not wound tightly, wind it tightly again, and then load it. Name Roll media Media feed slot 6.
  • Page 91 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 7. Rewind the roll media a little by rolling the flange on the roll media holder while holding the edge of the media, and eliminate any slack or slant. NOTE • If you rewind the roll media too much, the roll media may come off from Media feed slot and may fall on the rear side of the printer.
  • Page 92 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL NOTE When setting the roll media, set both sides of the media at least 5 mm away from the edge of the pressurizing roller. Slippage or creases may occur during printing. Name Roll media Pressurizing rollers 3.5 Setting media...
  • Page 93 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 8. If the edge of the roll media is set less than 5 mm from the edge of the pressurizing roller, follow the procedure below to adjust the position of the roll media. a. Loosen Fixing levers ( ) of the right and left Roll media holders, and move the roll media to left or right ( b.
  • Page 94 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 9. Lower Front media loading lever (raise Rear media loading lever). Name Front media loading lever Rear media loading lever NOTE • Push Front media loading lever down and lower it firmly. For Rear media loading lever, push it up firmly. If the lever is not firmly lowered or raised, the media may not be detected.

  • Page 95: Setting Media Type

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.5.6 Setting media type This section explains how to set the media type. Follow the procedure below to set the media type. NOTE After changing the media type, reset the media feed adjustment. 1. Turn ON the printer and load media. 2.
  • Page 96 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. NOTE If the following operations are performed in the media type setup menu, the printer starts media initial operation with the media type displayed on the panel. •...
  • Page 97 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 6. To change value of the head height, press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel. NOTE • When using rigid media with a soft printing surface, the head height value displayed on Operation panel may differ from the actual media thickness.
  • Page 98 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “Media Initial” is displayed on the operation panel. • Media initial operation restarts. • After media initial operation is complete, “Ready to Print” is displayed on the operation panel and the display shifts to Normal.

  • Page 99: Media Type Change Procedure From Media Type Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.5.7 Media Type Change Procedure from Media Type Menu This chapter describes the procedure to change the media type from the media type menu. Check the media thickness detection setting for the User type you want to use, and then read the appropriate procedure.
  • Page 100 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Press the [>] key on the operation panel. • “User: Type 1” is displayed on the operation panel. 4. Press the [+] key or [–] key on the operation panel to select the user type to use. 5.
  • Page 101 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using NOTE When the same media type as last time is selected, “**>1: Print Mode” is displayed on the operation panel. Exit this procedure, and then the setting of user media can be specified. 5.2.2 Various settings of User type 6.
  • Page 102 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.5.7.2 When the media thickness detection is OFF If the media thickness detection is set to OFF, follow the procedure below. 1. Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel. • “Menu 1: Sleep Mode>” is displayed on the operation panel. 2.
  • Page 103 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 4. Press the [+] key or [–] key on the operation panel to select the user type to use. 5. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • When the media type is changed to a different media type (contents of user media is already set), “Warning! *.*mm ->”...
  • Page 104 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6. Check if the media thickness displayed on the operation panel is same as the specified media thickness. • If the thickness is correct, move to Step a. • If you want to measure the correct media thickness, move to Step 8 - b. a.
  • Page 105 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 8. Select whether to detect the media thickness. a. To skip the media thickness detection, press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • The printer performs media initialization. (The media thickness will not be detected.) •...
  • Page 106 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL •The total amount of the head height setting value (thickness) and the input adjustment value (adjustment) is displayed in “ *.*” . •When you press the [>] key on the operation panel, the setting value (*.*) and the input adjustment value ( . ) are each displayed, as in “Thick.
  • Page 107 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 10. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “Media Initial” is displayed on the operation panel. • Media initial operation restarts. • After media initial operation is complete, “Ready to Print” is displayed on the operation panel and the display shifts to Normal.

  • Page 108: Individually Canceling Pressurizing Rollers

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.5.8 Individually Canceling Pressurizing Rollers The pressurizing rollers incorporated in this printer can be individually disabled. Once the roller is canceled, it does not hold the media when the media setting lever is in the DOWN position.
  • Page 109 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 2. Open the front cover. Name Front cover 3. Cancel the pressurizing rollers. • To cancel the roller, fully slide back the slide lock of the roller. • When printing on the media, evenly cancel the rollers. •...
  • Page 110 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4. Close the front cover. 5. Lower Front media loading lever (raise Rear media loading lever). 6. Perform Media feed adjustment. 4.2.7 Media feed adjustment NOTE When disabling the rollers to prevent smears on the media, it is recommended to equally cancel the rollers on both sides.

  • Page 111: Test Print

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using Test print Follow the procedure below to perform Test printing to confirm that the printer works correctly. 1. Turn ON the printer and load the roll media. 3.5.5 Setting roll media 2. Confirm that the printer functions normally. 3.
  • Page 112 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL c. Press the [>] key on the operation panel. • “Test1: Nozzle Check” is displayed on the operation panel. • The display shifts to the Test print menu. 5.4 TestPrint Menu 4. Press the [+] key or [–] key on the operation panel to select an item for printing from the following items.
  • Page 113 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using NOTE • When “Graphics 1” or “Graphics 2” is set in the Print Mode menu, “PalettePrint” is not displayed in the Test Print menu. 5.4 TestPrint Menu • When using the 4-color set, the item for “Nozzle check B” is not displayed. 5.

  • Page 114: Nozzle Check

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.6.1 Nozzle check It is used to check whether there are any clogged heads, or missing or blurred prints. NOTE If the nozzle check result indicates that the checked points are blurred or missing, clean the head. 6.5.3 Head cleaning Perform the nozzle check once again at the end of the work.

  • Page 115: Nozzle Check B

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.6.2 Nozzle check B This is nozzle check for white ink. The background of the nozzle check pattern will be colored so that white ink can be seen. NOTE • “Nozzle Check B” will only appear in the menu if 6-color is set. •...

  • Page 116: Mode Print

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.6.3 Mode print Used to confirm the following printing conditions. • Print Mode • Effect • Adjustment value Refer to the following for printing procedure. 3.6 Test print 2016/03/01 0:00 Q4(720x1440 16Pass Bi)- i-Weave UV/Micro Change: 0.00% 3.6 Test print...

  • Page 117: Setup Print

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.6.4 Setup print Used to check the current setup of the printer. NOTE Keep the created print setup parameters at hand. Refer to the following for printing procedure. 3.6 Test print Setup List 2016/03/01 0:00 <Information>...
  • Page 118 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL <Media Type List> User Type Type 1 Type 2 Type 3 Type 4 Type 5 Print Mode Graphics 2 Graphics 2 Graphics 2 Graphics 2 Graphics 2 Print Mode > Effect i-Weave UV i-Weave UV i-Weave UV i-Weave UV i-Weave UV...

  • Page 119: Palette Print

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.6.5 Palette print Palette print is executed for the color demonstration. NOTE When “Graphics 1” or “Graphics 2” is set in the Print Mode menu, “PalettePrint” is not displayed in the Test Print menu. 5.4 TestPrint Menu Refer to the following for printing procedure.

  • Page 120: Color Verify

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.6.6 Color verify The “Color Verify” feature can be utilized to aid the printer operator in checking for and isolating potential color reproduction variations before they become a visual detriment. 14 color patches are printed and then measured by using the optional Spectrophotometer (SPECTROVUE VM-10).
  • Page 121 • The optional SPECTROVUE VM-10 is required to perform this function. For more information about the SPECTROVUE VM-10, contact your local MUTOH dealer. • Before performing this function, make sure to print the nozzle check pattern to check if there is no missing nozzle.
  • Page 122 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Display the Test Print menu on the operation panel. a. Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel. • “Menu 1: Setup>” is displayed on the operation panel. • The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display. b.
  • Page 123 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 4. Press the [+] key or [–] key on the operation panel to select “ Test6 : Color Verify”. 5. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • The printing of following items starts. a.
  • Page 124 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6. Press the [Enter] key. • “Wait for a while...” is displayed on the operation panel. • The print head moves to the left. • “Open left mainte. cover.” is displayed on the operation panel. 7.
  • Page 125 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 8. Firmly pinch the tabs on both sides of the connector cap with your fingers, pull the connector cap toward left to remove it from the print head. Name Connector cap Tabs Print head section 9.
  • Page 126 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 10. Press the [Enter] key. • “Wait for a while...” is displayed on the operation panel. • The printer checks the connection between the printer and spectrophotometer. • “Set white plate then close left maintenance cover.” is displayed on the operation panel. 11.
  • Page 127 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 12. Close the maintenance cover. Name Maintenance cover • The print head moves to the right. • “Wait for a while...” is displayed on the operation panel. 13. When “Start measurement [ENTER]” is displayed on the operation panel, press the [Enter] key. •...
  • Page 128 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 14. Press the [Enter] key. • “Wait for a while...” is displayed on the operation panel. • The print head moves to the left. • “Open left mainte. cover.” is displayed on the operation panel. 15.
  • Page 129 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 16. While holding down the release buttons on both sides of Spectrophotometer, pull it toward left and remove it from the print head. Name Spectrophotometer Release buttons Print head section 17. Firmly pinch the tabs on both sides of the connector cap with your fingers, and install it to the connector at the print head.
  • Page 130 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 18. Press the [Enter] key. • “Wait for a while...” is displayed on the operation panel. • “Remove white plate then close mainte. cover.” is displayed on the operation panel. 19. Remove the white reference plate from the plate installation place, turn it over so that the black side faces up, and install it back to the original place.
  • Page 131 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 20. Close the maintenance cover. Name Maintenance cover • The printing of following items starts. • Date • Serial Number • Color Difference (dE) C o l o r V e r i f i c a t i o n 2011/11/01 15:25 Serial No.
  • Page 132 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 21. Check the color difference (dE). Followings are the commonly recognized indications of color difference (dE). • dE < 1.0: No discernable difference in color. • dE < 3.2: Minimally discernable color difference for colors viewed side-by-side. •...

  • Page 133: Head Adjustment

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.6.7 Head adjustment You can print out the adjustment pattern in this menu to check the misalignment of the print head, and then adjust it. Adjustment methods for this printer are as follows. Adjustment Description Reference method...
  • Page 134 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.6.7.1 Standard head adjustment Adjustment is performed only for the print mode set by the current User Type. 1. Turn ON the printer and load the roll media. 3.5.5 Setting roll media 2. Display the Head adjustment menu on Operation panel. a.
  • Page 135 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using c. Press the [>] key on Operation panel. • “Test1: Nozzle Check” is displayed on Operation panel. d. Press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel to select “Test7: HeadAdjust>”. e. Press the [>] key on Operation panel. •...
  • Page 136 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL • Starts head adjustment printing. • The confirmation pattern will be printed (The illustration below is an example of the 4-color set pattern). Pattern Name Q3/Q4/G1/G2 B1/B2 Print mode name currentry set NOTE Either D or E confirmation pattern is printed based on the print mode set in the current user type settings.
  • Page 137 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 5. Pattern*: 4 (refer to the chart below for *) is displayed on Operation panel. • The pattern name indicated by * differs depending on the set print mode. Print modes and corresponding pattern names are listed as follows. Print mode Pattern name Quality 1, 2...
  • Page 138 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • The setting value is fixed. • “HeadAdj.1: Standard” is displayed on Operation panel. 3.6 Test print...
  • Page 139 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.6.7.2 Custom head adjustment Perform adjustment for A to F patterns. All print modes will be adjusted. This menu consists of the following menus. Adjustment Description Reference Fine Ptn. ALL Print out the confirmation patterns A to F, and then adjust all patterns.
  • Page 140 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL b. Press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel to select “Menu4: Test Print>”. c. Press the [>] key on Operation panel. • “Test1: Nozzle Check” is displayed on Operation panel. d. Press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel to select “Test7: HeadAdjust>”. e.
  • Page 141 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using f. Press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel to select “HeadAdj. 2: Custom”. 3. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “Fine Ptn. ALL” is displayed on Operation panel. 4. Press the [+] key or [-] key to select the pattern to be adjusted. •...
  • Page 142 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • Starts micro adjustment printing. • When “AdjustALL” is selected, six micro adjustment patterns A to F will be printed. • When you have selected one of “Adjustment Pattern A” to “Adjustment Pattern F”, the micro adjustment pattern for the selected pattern is printed (The illustration below is an example of the 4-color set pattern).
  • Page 143 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 6. Select the most aligned number from 1 to 7. • 6 is selected in the next printing sample. Not good Good Not good NOTE • “4” represents the current setting value. • When the line is aligned, the bold line on its left side does not have a white vertical line. 7.
  • Page 144 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 9. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • The setting value is fixed. • When you have selected “AdjustALL” in step 4, Pattern*: 4 (refer to the chart below for *) is displayed on Operation panel. Check the print result of the relevant pattern, and set the number that is most aligned in the same way as steps 6 to 9.

  • Page 145: Adjust Print

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using Adjust print It is used for optimizing the quality of image prints. Adjustment methods for this printer are as follows. Adjustment Description Reference method Standard Adjustment is performed only for the print mode used by the 3.7.1 Standard print current User Type.

  • Page 146: Standard Print Quality Adjustment

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.7.1 Standard print quality adjustment Adjusts only the print mode in the user type setting which is currently set. This menu consists of the following menus. Menu name Description Reference Adj. Print1 : Confirm ptn. Print out the confirmation pattern and 3.7.1.1 Standard confirmation Standard...
  • Page 147 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.7.1.1 Standard confirmation pattern Print out the confirmation pattern of the print mode in the user type setting which is currently set. 1. Turn ON the printer and load the roll media. 3.5.5 Setting roll media 2.
  • Page 148 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL c. Press the [>] key on the operation panel. • “User: Type XX” (XX is a number between 1 and 15) is displayed on the operation panel. d. Press the [+] key or [–] key on the operation panel to select the user type to use. e.
  • Page 149 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using • The selected media (Type 1 to 15) is displayed in **. 5.2.1 Type menu • If you set the User type different from the previous time when the Media detection is set to On, “Change Media Thickness?”...
  • Page 150 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL h. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “Adj.1: Confirm Ptn.” is displayed on Operation panel. • The display shifts to Adjust Print menu. 5.2.2.2 Adjust Print menu 3. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. •...
  • Page 151 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 4. Confirm that the confirmation pattern print result is as follows. Q3/Q4/G1/G2 B1/B2 a. When the print result is “OK”: You do not need perform Adjustment. The procedure for Adjustment is complete. b. When the print result is “Bad”: You need to perform Adjustment.
  • Page 152 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.7.1.2 Standard rough adjustment pattern Perform rough adjustment when the degree of misalignment is large. Print rough adjustment pattern and register the set values. 1. Display the Standard Adjust Print menu on Operation panel in the same way as step 2 of 3.7.1.1 Standard confirmation pattern 2.
  • Page 153 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using NOTE Either D or E rough adjustment pattern is printed based on the print mode set in the current user type settings. • For the rough adjustment pattern, the same patterns will be printed on both sides and center of the media.
  • Page 154 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Press the [+] key or [–] key to enter the number that you selected in Step 4. NOTE When you press the [Cancel] key on Operation panel, the display returns to “Adj.2: Rough Pattern”. 6.
  • Page 155 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.7.1.3 Standard fine adjustment pattern Perform micro adjustment when the degree of misalignment is small. Print micro adjustment pattern and register the set values. 1. Display the Standard Adjust Print menu on Operation panel in the same way as step 2 of 3.7.1.1 Standard confirmation pattern 2.
  • Page 156 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL NOTE Either D or E fine adjustment pattern is printed based on the print mode set in the current user type settings. • For the fine adjustment pattern, the same patterns will be printed on both sides and center of the media.
  • Page 157 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 5. Press the [+] key or [–] key to enter the number that you selected in Step 4. NOTE When you press the [Cancel] key on Operation panel, the display returns to “Adj.3: Fine Pattern”. 6.

  • Page 158: Custom Print Quality Adjustment

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.7.2 Custom print quality adjustment Perform adjustment for all patterns (A to F). All print modes will be adjusted. This menu consists of the following menus. Menu name Description Reference Adj. Print2 : Confirm ptn. Print out the confirmation patterns (A to 3.7.2.1 Custom confirmation Custom...
  • Page 159 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using NOTE • Perform micro adjustment if the printer is not fully adjusted after rough adjustment. • In adjustment patterns, there are “Rough adjustment pattern ALL”, “Fine adjustment ALL” in which you can adjust all patterns, and “Rough adjustment pattern A to F” and “Fine adjustment patterns A to F”...
  • Page 160 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL c. Press the [>] key on Operation panel. • “User: TypeXX” (XX is a number between 1 and 15) is displayed on Operation panel. d. Press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel to select the user type setting. e.
  • Page 161 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using g. Press the [>] key on Operation panel. • “Adjust print1: Standard” is displayed on Operation panel. h. Press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel to select “Adj Print2: Custom”. i. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. •...
  • Page 162 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • A confirmation pattern will be printed. Four confirmation patterns of A to F will be printed (The illustration below is an example of the 4-color set pattern). Bi-dir high speed small drop family...
  • Page 163 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 4. Confirm that the confirmation pattern print result is as follows. • Check each of the confirmation patterns A to F. Bi-dir high speed small drop family Printing Print head 1 information Print head 2 Bi-dir normal speed large drop family...
  • Page 164 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.7.2.2 Custom rough adjustment pattern Perform rough adjustment when the degree of misalignment is large. Print rough adjustment pattern and register the set values. Menu name Description Reference Adj. Print2 : Rough Ptn. ALL All confirmation patterns (A to F) will be 3.7.2.2.1 Rough Ptn.
  • Page 165 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using • A rough adjustment pattern will be printed (The illustration below is an example of the 4-color set pattern). ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ ・ Bi-dir high speed small drop family ・ ・ ・ ・...
  • Page 166 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4. For print head 1, check the print results on both sides and center of the media and select the number that looks most aligned between 1 and 21. • “12” is selected in the following pattern A. ・...
  • Page 167 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 6. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • Determines the setting. 7. Follow the same procedure to adjust print head 2. 8. Enter the values for patterns B to F in the same way. •...
  • Page 168 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.7.2.2.2 Rough PatternA to F Print one rough adjustment pattern from A to F and register the set value. The following describes how to adjust pattern A only. 1. Display the Custom Adjust Print menu on Operation panel in the same way as Step 2 of 3.7.2.1 Custom confirmation pattern 2.
  • Page 169 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using • “PatternA1: 11” is displayed on Operation panel. 4. For print head 1, check the print results on both sides and center of the media and select the number that looks most aligned between 1 and 21. •...
  • Page 170 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • Determines the setting. • “Adj.3: Rough Pattern A” is displayed on Operation panel. 7. Follow the same procedure to adjust print head 2. 3.7 Adjust print...
  • Page 171 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.7.2.3 Custom fine adjustment pattern Perform fine adjustment when the degree of misalignment is small. This menu consists of the following menus. Menu name Description Reference Adj. Print2 : Fine Ptn. ALL All confirmation patterns (A to F) will be 3.7.2.3.1 Fine Ptn.
  • Page 172 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL • A fine adjustment pattern will be printed. For Adjust print pattern printing, six adjust print patterns (A to F) are printed (The illustration below is an example of the 4-color set pattern). Bi-dir high speed small drop family Print head 1...
  • Page 173 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 6. Press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel to enter the number that you selected in Step 4. NOTE When you press the [Cancel] key on Operation panel, the display returns to “Adj.9: Adj. PatternALL”.
  • Page 174 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.7.2.3.2 Fine PatternA to F Print one fine adjustment pattern from A to F and register the set value. The following describes how to adjust pattern A only. 1. Display the Custom Adjust Print menu on Operation panel in the same way as Step 2 of 3.7.2.1 Custom confirmation pattern 2.
  • Page 175 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 4. For print head 1, check the print results on both sides and center of the media and select the number that looks most aligned between 1 and 7. • “6” is selected in the next printing sample. B i-dir normal speed large drop family...
  • Page 176 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • Determines the setting. • “Adj10: Adj. PatternA” is displayed on Operation panel. 8. Follow the same procedure to adjust print head 2. 3.7 Adjust print...

  • Page 177: Connecting The Printer To Pc

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using Connecting the printer to PC This section explains how to connect the printer and a PC. 3.8.1 System requirements The operating systems with which this printer is compatible are as follows. Operating system Windows 10, Windows 8/8.1, Windows 7, Windows Vista NOTE •...

  • Page 178: Preparing Cables

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.8.3 Preparing cables The printer is equipped with a network interface for connecting with a PC. You need a network interface cable to connect a PC with this printer. Prepare the cable depending on the PC that it will be connected to. 3.8.4 Connecting a network interface cable •About connecting a network interface cable, refer to “...

  • Page 179: Setting The Ip Address

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.8.5 Setting the IP address This section explains how to set the IP address of the printer side. Follow the procedure below to set the IP address. 1. Confirm that the printer is turned ON. 3.2.1 Turning the power ON 2.
  • Page 180 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Press the [+] key or [-] key on Operation panel to select “Initial3: IP Address” 6. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “192.168.1.253” (default) is displayed on the operation panel. 7. Press the following keys on the operation panel and set the value. •...
  • Page 181 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 8. After setting is completed, press the [Cancel] key on the operation panel. • The display enters the previous menu. 9. Reboot the printer. NOTE After setting the IP address, be sure to reboot the printer. When the printer is not rebooted after setting the IP address, the setting value may return to the default.

  • Page 182: Setting Subnet Mask

    3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.8.6 Setting subnet mask This section explains how to set the subnet mask of the printer side. Both the printer and the network connecting the printer must have the same subnet mask setting. Configure the subnet mask following the procedure below. 1.
  • Page 183 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 5. Press the [+] key or [-] key to select “Initial4: Subnet Mask”. 6. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “255.255.255.0” (default) is displayed on the operation panel. 7. Press the following keys on the operation panel and set the value. •...
  • Page 184 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 8. After setting is completed, press the [Cancel] key on the operation panel. • The display enters the previous menu. 9. Reboot the printer. NOTE After setting the subnet mask, be sure to reboot the printer. When the printer is not rebooted after setting the IP address, the setting value may return to the default.

  • Page 185: Gateway Setting

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 3.8.7 Gateway setting This section explains how to set the gateway on the printer side. Both the printer and the gateway connecting the printer must have the same setting. Follow the procedure below to set the gateway. 1.
  • Page 186 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4. Press the [>] key on the operation panel. • “Initial1: Language” is displayed on the operation panel. 5. Press the [+] key or [-] key to to select “Menu 5: Gateway”. 6. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. •...
  • Page 187 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3 Before using 7. Press the following keys on the operation panel and set the value. • [+] key: increases the setting value. • [–] key: decreases the setting value. • [Enter] key and [>] key: change the setting for the next segment. 8.
  • Page 188 3 Before using VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3.8 Connecting the printer to PC...

  • Page 189: Handling The Printer

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer Handling the printer This chapter explains how to handle the printer.

  • Page 190: Print Flow Chart

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Print flow chart The following flow chart illustrates the procedure to perform printing with the printer. Refer to each section as required. 1. Create print data. Create print data with application software. ↓ 2.
  • Page 191 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer CAUTION • Before performing work, make sure to read the safety data sheet (SDS). • Ventilate the workplace. The flumes from UV ink could adversely impact your health. If you experience headache, fatigue or dizziness, immediately get to fresh air. If nausea persists, seekmedical advice.

  • Page 192: Media

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Media This section explains details of available media for this printer. 4.2.1 Loadable media <Rigid media> You can load the following rigid media *1 on this printer: • Maximum width: 1,625 mm • Minimum width: 182 mm •...

  • Page 193: Recommended Media

    Select the appropriate media according to the usage. NOTE • For details of the recommended media, contact your local MUTOH dealer. • If failures or malfunctions of the printer occur by the use of media that is not dedicated: • The printer will not be covered by the warranty and repair expenses will be paid by the customer.

  • Page 194: Cautions On Handling Media

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4.2.3 Cautions on handling media Note the following points when handling the media. NOTE • Use recommended media under an appropriate environment. The appropriate temperature and humidity for printing are as follows. Temperature Humidity Guaranteed range of printing accuracy 22°C to 30°C...

  • Page 195: Printing Area

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4.2.5 Printing area The printable area of this printer is as follows. Printable Area Printable Area for rigid media for roll media a=Max. 5mm (When layer printing: 30mm) a=Max. 15mm (When layer printing: 40mm) b=5mm to 80mm (a*= from the second pages onwards c=Max.

  • Page 196: Head Height Adjustment

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4.2.6 Head height adjustment Printing with high printing rate or using strongly-curved media can cause print heads to rub. Adjusting the distance from the print head surface to media (head height) may allow you to avoid head rub.
  • Page 197 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer g. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “Change: *.* mm –>” is displayed on the operation panel. The correction value for the head height value detected in media detection is displayed in “ *. *” 2.

  • Page 198: Media Feed Adjustment

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4.2.7 Media feed adjustment This section explains the Media feed adjustment. The feeding length depends on the media type. The following or similar results may be seen in prints. • Printed images overlap. •...
  • Page 199 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 2. Performs initial adjust print. a. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “Feed Length: 250 mm” is displayed on the operation panel. • The length of media that is fed (feeding length) for initial adjustment printing is normally set at 250 mm. •...
  • Page 200 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL d. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • The initial adjustment value is saved. • “PF2: Initial Change” is displayed on the operation panel. 5. Performs Confirm Print. a. Press the [+] key or [–] key on the operation panel to select “PF3: Confirm Print”. b.
  • Page 201 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 6. Measure the distance between the two pluses in the confirmation adjustment print using a ruler. Then, confirm that the distance matches the feeding length when printing. a. If the distance does not match the feeding length, follow the procedure from Step 1 to Step 5 and readjust.
  • Page 202 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 9. Sets up Micro Adjustment Change. a. Press the [+] key or [–] key to select “PF5:Micro Change”. b. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “Micro Change: 0.00%” is displayed on the operation panel. c.

  • Page 203: Installing Media Holder Plates

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4.2.8 Installing media holder plates When you use thin media (with a thickness of less than 0.5 mm) such as roll media, warpage may occur on both edges of the media depending on the media type or use conditions, resulting in damage to the media by the print head surface.
  • Page 204 • Using the printer with deformed media plates may damage the grid roller or print heads. Contact your local MUTOH dealer. NOTE If there is interference with the media as it is fed through the printer after the media holder plates have been installed, the media holder plates should not be used.
  • Page 205 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 6. If the plates are not used, return the plates to their initial positions as shown in the following figure. Name Roll media Media holder plate 4.2 Media...

  • Page 206: Menu Setups On The Operation Panel

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Menu setups on the operation panel 4.3.1 Panel setup menu overview This sub-section explains the Panel setup menu of the printer. There are the following items in the Panel setup menu. Setup item Description Sleep Mode menu Activate Sleep mode.

  • Page 207: Menu Setup Procedure

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4.3.2 Menu setup procedure Follow the procedure below to configure each setup menu. 1. Confirm that the operation panel is Normal. 2. Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel. • “Menu1: Sleep Mode>” is displayed on the operation panel. •...
  • Page 208 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. When there are multiple setting items, press the [+] or [-] key on Operation panel to select the item. 6. Press the [Enter] key. • Confirm the setting items to be changed. •...
  • Page 209 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 8. To save the changed setting, press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • The setting is saved and the next setup item is displayed. NOTE If you press the [Cancel] key, [+] key or [.] key without pressing [Enter] key after changing a setting, the change will not be saved.

  • Page 210: Operating From The Operation Panel

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Operating from the operation panel This section explains various functions that can be operated from the operation panel. 2.2.3 Operation panel For names and functions of each key, refer to “ ”. 4.4.1 Feeding media You can feed roll media at a position that you want.

  • Page 211: Stopping Printing Operation

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4.4.2 Stopping printing operation If you want to stop printing for some reason, operate as follows. 1. Stop sending printing data from the computer to the printer. 2. Press the [Cancel] key more than 2 seconds. •...
  • Page 212 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Open the front cover. Name Front cover 4. Place a razor blade on the media cut groove on the media guide, and cut the roll media. CAUTION • Pay attention to the following points when you cut roll media. Mishandling the razor blade may cause a cut on your finger or hand.

  • Page 213: Changing And Confirming Settings While Printing

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4.4.4 Changing and confirming settings while printing While the printer is operating, you can change or confirm settings for the Panel setup menu. 4.4.4.1 Procedure for changing and confirming settings while printing Follow the procedure below to change or confirm settings for the Panel setup menu. 1.
  • Page 214 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4.4.4.2 Settings that can be changed or confirmed while printing NOTE • When you change a setting during operation, be sure to select “Backup” to save the setting that you changed. If the printer returns to Normal without “Backup” being selected, the changed setting is not saved. •...

  • Page 215: Pausing Printing

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4.4.5 Pausing printing It is possible to pause to print during printing. Follow the procedure below to pause or restart printing. NOTE If the printing is paused, the print quality will not be guaranteed. 1.

  • Page 216: Normal Display While Printing

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4.4.6 Normal Display while Printing The remaining length and remaining time to complete the currently printing data can be displayed by an easy operation. NOTE • The values displayed in this function are just standard values, not guarantee the accuracy. •...
  • Page 217 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 3. Press [-] key on the operation panel to display [Remain Time]. • The remaining length of data currently printing will be displayed. 4. Press [-] key on the operation panel to display [Roll Remain]. •...

  • Page 218: Using Spectrophotometer (Spectrovue Vm-10)

    4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Using Spectrophotometer (SPECTROVUE VM- The optional spectrophotometer (SPECTROVUE VM-10) can be attached to print and measure the color target. Use SPECTROVUE VM-10-compliant RIP software when performing color calibration or color profiling for the printer to achieve accurate color printing. Follow the instructions below.
  • Page 219 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 4. Set up the media type. 3.5.6 Setting media type • Once media type setting and media initial operation are complete, “Ready to Print” is displayed on Operation Panel. 5. Launch RIP software and start printing and measuring Color target. NOTE For the settings and operating instructions on RIP software, refer to the instruction manual of RIP software.
  • Page 220 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7. Open Maintenance Cover on the left side of the printer. • “Remove connector cap and attach instrument. [ENTER]” is displayed on Operation Panel. Name Maintenance Cover NOTE After a certain period of time without opening Maintenance Cover, Print Head moves back to the right side of the printer for head protection.
  • Page 221 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 9. While holding down the release buttons on both sides of Spectrophotometer (SPECTROVUE VM- 10), install it on the connector of Print Head. Name Spectrophotometer Release button Print Head Connector NOTE Make sure that Spectrophotometer is not installed obliquely and that there is no gap between Connector and Spectrophotometer.
  • Page 222 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 11. Remove White reference plate from the plate mounting position, turn it over so that the white side is facing up, and install it back to the original position. Name White reference plate Plate mounting position NOTE Before measuring Color target, make sure that the white side of White reference plate is facing up.
  • Page 223 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 13. When “Start measurement [ENTER]” is displayed on Operation Panel, press [Enter]. • Spectrophotometer starts measuring Color target. • “Measuring…” is displayed on Operation Panel. • When measuring is complete, “Detaching instrument [ENTER]” is displayed on Operation Panel.
  • Page 224 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 15. Open Maintenance cover on the left side of the printer. • “Remove connector cap and attach instrument. [ENTER]” is displayed on Operation Panel. Name Maintenance Cover 16. While pinching Release buttons on both sides of Spectrophotometer, pull Spectrophotometer toward left to remove it from Print Head.
  • Page 225 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4 Handling the printer 17. While strongly pinching the tabs on both sides of Connector cap, install it to Connector of Print Head. Name Connector cap Tabs Print Head Connector 18. Press [Enter]. • “Wait for a while…” is displayed on Operation Panel. •...
  • Page 226 4 Handling the printer VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 19. Remove White reference plate from the plate mounting position, turn it over so that the black side is facing up to install it to the original position. Name White reference plate Plate mounting position NOTE To prevent the white reference plate from getting dirty, turn the white reference plate upside down when the color measurement is not performed.

  • Page 227: Panel Setup Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Panel setup menu The section explains the Setup menu of the printer. Setup item Description Sleep mode menu Activate Sleep mode. 5.1 Sleep mode menu User Type menu Media is configured. 5.2 User Type menu Setup menu Various settings of the printer are configured.

  • Page 228: Sleep Mode Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Sleep mode menu Activate Sleep Mode. Because this minimizes the operation, you can reduce power consumption. For detailed operation, check “ ”. 3.3.1 Set sleep mode on the printer WARNING • Use the printer with its power turned permanently on. When you are not using the printer, always leave the power on and put the printer into the sleep mode.

  • Page 229: Sleep Mode Start Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.1.1 Sleep Mode Start menu Activate Sleep Mode. • During Sleep Mode, “Press Enter to restart” will be displayed in the operation panel. Pressing [Enter] key will return the printer to normal operation. NOTE •...

  • Page 230: User Type Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL User Type menu 5.2.1 Type menu Sets the user type setting for printing. You can set up to 15 different user settings as “Type 1 to 15” depending on the media type. Setup item Setting Description User...

  • Page 231: Various Settings Of User Type

    • End detection of roll media cannot be performed, etc. The problems caused by the use of user media will not be covered by the warranty and repair expenses will be paid by the customer. For details, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Setup item Setting...
  • Page 232 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Setup item Setting Description Type 1 to 15 Media Width (width check) • If the media width detection at media initialization is set to OFF, enter the media width between the loading mark and the left end of the media.
  • Page 233 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.2.2.1 Print mode menu Settings for print quality (print mode) are set according to the usage of print data or print speed. NOTE When “Graphics 1”, “Graphics 2” is set in the Print Mode menu, “PalettePrint” is not displayed in the Test Print menu.
  • Page 234 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.2.2.1.1 Effect menu Sets up the Effect menu. Set up this menu when you want to improve print quality by adjusting the set print mode. NOTE The print quality may not be improved depending on the printing condition. Setup item Setting Description...
  • Page 235 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.2.2.2 Adjust Print menu Sets up when adjusting the printer for the optimum quality of image print. NOTE • This printer was adjusted at the factory shipment so that it obtains the optimum printing quality. Adjust the quality if the print quality changes after the installation environment or the media is changed.
  • Page 236 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Custom Adjust Print menu Perform adjustment for all patterns from A to F. All print modes will be adjusted. Setup item Setting Description Adj. Print2 : Custom Confirm ptn The test patterns of A to F will be printed for Adjust print. Check before adjusting.
  • Page 237 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.2.2.3 PF Adjust menu Sets up various settings on the Media feed adjustment. After changing the media, perform media feed adjustment. Setup item Setting Description PF Adjust Initial Print Performs initial adjust print. •...
  • Page 238 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.2.2.3.2 Init.Adj. Change menu Sets up Initial Adjust Change. If the initial print result shows that the setting value differs from the actual length, enter the adjustment value (the actual length measured in the initial print). Setup item Setting Description...
  • Page 239 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.2.2.3.4 Micro Adj. Print menu Performs Micro Adjustment Print. Performs more detailed adjust print than the initial adjust print. Setup item Setting Description Micro Print Printing Prints the following PF pattern (micro adjustment) with a focus on the micro adjustment value.
  • Page 240 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.2.2.5 Thickness menu Functions of media thickness menu differ depending on the media thickness detection settings. • If the media thickness detection menu is set to Off, use this to enter and set the media thickness. 5.2.2.5.1 Thickness menu •...
  • Page 241 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.2.2.6 Thickness Adj. menu Adjusts the media thickness. Adjust the head height in accordance with the actual media thickness. Setup item Setting Description Adjust Media thickness to media Change the media thickness adjustment setting value by thickness + 1.5 mm operating the following keys.
  • Page 242 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.2.2.7.1 Media Init.1 (Media thickness detection) Setup item Setting Description Height Media thickness is not detected during media initialization. Set the media thickness in the media thickness menu. 5.2.2.5 Thickness menu <On> Media thickness is detected during media initialization. —...
  • Page 243 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.2.2.7.2 Media Init.2 (Media top / width edge detection) Setup item Setting Description Media The media width and top edge are not detected during media initialization. Set the media width in the media width menu. 5.2.2.8 Media Width / Width check menu Top&Width Detect the media width and top edge during media...
  • Page 244 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.2.2.8.1 Media Width menu NOTE If a larger value than the actual media width is set in the Media Width menu, the ink may be leaked on the media or printer during printing. Setup item Setting Description...
  • Page 245 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.2.2.10 Rigid/Roll menu Set which of roll media or rigid media will be used. NOTE When Rigid/Roll menu is set as “Roll” and if you print on heavy rigid media, it may cause an error during printing.
  • Page 246 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.2.2.11 Show Edges menu With this setting, you can check the printing area (print start position and data width) with the LED pointer before printing to pre-check the following situations; • Whether the printing area and media position are misaligned •...
  • Page 247 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu NOTE • With take-up system, the LED pointer indicates the points more ahead of the actual print start position. Use this function as reference of the data width. • When Step is selected: 1.
  • Page 248 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.2.2.13 Add Y Layer menu (available in 6-color set) This function is available in 6-color set. When “Add Y Layer” is set to ON, the yellow layer is added underneath of the White-underlay or Three-layer print data to preserve the color of the white layer and the color layer overlaid.
  • Page 249 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.2.2.14 UserCopy menu Copies the setting values of the user type currently selected to a different user type collectively. The following setting values are copied. • Print mode • Effect • Adjustment value for the adjustment print •...

  • Page 250: Setup Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Setup menu Various settings of the printer are configured. Setup item Description Side Margin Specifies the right and left margins of printed media. • [Enter] key: shifts to the sub menu. 5.3.1 Side Margin menu Take-up Set the operation of the optional take-up unit.
  • Page 251 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Setup item Description Life Times Displays the operational life time of each part. • [Enter] key: shifts to the sub menu. 5.3.14 Life Times menu Header Dump Sets whether to print the following information (damp data) when printing. •...

  • Page 252: Side Margin Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.1 Side Margin menu Set up the right and left margins (side margins) while printing. NOTE • When the Spitting menu is set to “On Media”, the maximum printable media width becomes 16 mm shorter.

  • Page 253: Take-Up Menu

    When the take-up unit is not installed, do not set the take-up unit menu to “On”. By doing so, the product will be unable to function properly. For details about the optional take-up unit, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Setup item...

  • Page 254: Media Location

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.3 Media Location Set the media loading position manually if you are using the media that cannot be detected, such as transparent media. NOTE • This menu is only available when the media width/top edge detection (media initial 2) is set to Off or “Width”.
  • Page 255 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Setup item Setting Description Media Location Side edge: • Side edge: set the right edge position of the media. -0 mm to +1,625 mm The higher the entered value, the further toward the Top edge: opposite of the origin side Print head moves.

  • Page 256: Origin Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.4 Origin menu Sets the beginning of printing (origin) of the print data. Set this when you want to print on the margin areas of the media that is already printed on, or when you want to print on the object that is set on the jig.
  • Page 257 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu <Enter the origin position> Setup item Setting Description Origin • X (media feeding distance): Change the print head position and media feeding distance 15.0 mm to 999.9 mm with the following keys. • Y (print head transferring •...

  • Page 258: Head Travel Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.5 Head Travel menu Sets up the range that Print head moves while printing. Setup item Setting Description Distance Data Print head moves the range of the print data width. The printing speed will be improved since the moving range of Print head is optimized.
  • Page 259 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.3.6.1 Layer Multi Strike menu You can set the number of multi strikes for each layer when performing layer printing. NOTE Layer printing depends on the function of the RIP software supported. Setup item Setting Description Layer Multi Str.
  • Page 260 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.6.1.1 Color Layer menu Shifts to the Multi strike settings for Cyan (C), Magenta (M), Yellow (Y), and Black (K). Setup item Setting Description Color 1 cnt to 9 cnt Sets up the number of Multi strike. —...

  • Page 261: Slant Check Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.3.7 Slant Check menu Sets up slanting detection during media loading. Setup item Setting Description Media Slant <Off> Slant Check is not performed. Slant Check is performed. — • [Enter] key: saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu.

  • Page 262: Nozzle Select Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.9 Nozzle Select menu You can set whether to reduce the print head nozzles to half for printing. This menu is only available when there are 4 colors of ink. Print speed will be decreased, but the image quality will be improved. NOTE •...

  • Page 263: 5.3.10 Roll Length Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.3.10 Roll Length menu Select the setting for the roll media length you are using. Setup item Setting Description Roll Kind <Off> Roll Length is not used. • [Enter] key: saves the setting and shifts to the previous menu.
  • Page 264 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.10.2 Print Stop menu You can set whether or not to display “Roll Remain Error” and pause printing when the length of the roll media that is counted inside the printer becomes 0. NOTE •...

  • Page 265: 5.3.11 Front Interlace Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.3.11 Front Interlace Menu This menu is used to set media edge treatment menu. Select Auto under normal condition. Setup item Setting Description FrontInterlace <Auto> Performs media edge treatment automatically when required. Media edge treatment is not performed. —...

  • Page 266: 5.3.13 Ink Status Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.13 Ink Status menu Displays the various information about ink cartridge. NOTE • To display the Ink Status menu, use the genuine ink cartridge. If you use an ink cartridge other than the genuine one, ink status is not displayed correctly. •...

  • Page 267: 5.3.14 Life Times Menu

    (20%). CR Motor • The part should be changed when all of the asterisks have disappeared, and “Change” is displayed. PF Motor Contact your local MUTOH dealer to ask for replacing parts. C Pump UV Lamp L UV Lamp R —...

  • Page 268: 5.3.15 Header Dump Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL NOTE When replacing a part that its operational life has ended, • No charge for replacing within the warranty period or under the contract. • You are liable for the cost of repairs under conditions other than mentioned above. •...

  • Page 269: 5.3.16 Exhaust Fan Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.3.16 Exhaust Fan menu Sets up exhaust fan operation. Ventilates the inside of the printer to stabilize the parts performance. It also decreases the contamination by ink mist inside the printer. We recommend that you use exhaust fan, especially when printing for a long time.

  • Page 270: 5.3.18 Start Feed Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.3.18 Start Feed menu In the Start Feed menu, you can change the margin setting between images. Setup Item Description Setup Item Start Feed -10 mm to <0 mm> to • Value over 0: The margin setting between images will be 500 mm wider than when setting “0”.

  • Page 271: 5.3.20 Spitting Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.3.20 Spitting menu Sets up the spitting operation while printing. NOTE • When Spitting is set to “Off”, Nozzles will become easily clogged because spitting is not performed. In such a case, print quality cannot be guaranteed. •...
  • Page 272 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Setup item Setting Description Spitting <On> Every time Print head moves back and forth for the set number of times, Print head performs the spitting operation at Spitting 5.3.20.1 Spitting box. Set the number of shuttles in “ Pass Count menu ”.
  • Page 273 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Example of spitting operation Spitting setting Return Count setting Operation 1 cnt Print head performs the spitting operation on Flushing box every time Print head returns to the origin position. Spitting operation is not performed over the media. 5 cnt Performs the spitting operation on Flushing box on the origin side every five times Print head returns to the origin position.

  • Page 274: Testprint Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL TestPrint Menu Performs nozzle check of the print head and setup list. NOTE • When “Graphics 1” or “Graphics 2” is set in the Print Mode menu, “PalettePrint” is not displayed. 5.2.2.1 Print mode menu •...

  • Page 275: Cleaning Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Cleaning menu Perform Head cleaning. Head cleaning can be operated when the printer is Normal. Refer to the following for operation procedures. 6.5.3 Head cleaning Setup item Description Short Discharges smaller amount of ink compare to “Normal”. •...

  • Page 276: Menu Option Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Menu Option menu Sets up the contents of the Setup menu. You can make setup items that you do not normally use invisible. Switch the setting “On (displayed)” to “Off (undisplayed)” using the [<] key or [>] key on the operation panel.
  • Page 277 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu Setup item Setting Description Life Times <On> Sets up whether to display the Life Times menu. Header dump <On> Sets up whether to display the Header dump menu. Exhaust Fan <On> Sets up whether to display the Exhaust Fan menu. White Maint.

  • Page 278: Maintenance Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Maintenance menu Performs ink discharge and maintenance of the adapter’s plug in high-capacity pack adapter. Setup item Setting Description Maintenance Ink Discharge Discharges the ink in the printer. This operation is performed before moving the printer. 5.7.1 Ink Discharge menu Plug Life Check and initialize the lifetime counter of the adapter’s plug...

  • Page 279: Version Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.7.2.1 Plug Life confirmation menu Setup item Setting Description Confirmation Slot1 to Slot8 Check each adapter’s plug lifetime counter. [Enter] key: displays the lifetime counter for each slot. [*]: the number of [*] shows the adapter’s plug lifetime. If it reaches the end of its lifetime, “Change”...

  • Page 280: Initial Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Initial menu Display language or unit for LCD is configured. IP addresses are also configured. Setup item Setting Description Initial Language Sets the language used in the menu items displayed on LCD monitor of Operation panel. 5.9.1 Language menu Length Displays the length in centimeters or inches.

  • Page 281: Language Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.9.1 Language menu Sets the language used in the menu items displayed on LCD monitor of Operation panel. Setup item Setting Description Language <English> Displays the menu items in English. Japanese Displays the menu items in Japanese. —...

  • Page 282: Subnet Mask Menu

    5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.9.4 Subnet Mask menu Sets the subnet mask of the printer. Use this menu when using printer connecting the network. NOTE Be sure to set the subnet mask after consulting the network administrator. Setup item Setting Description...

  • Page 283: 5.10 Job Status Menu

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5 Panel setup menu 5.10 Job Status Menu Various information of previous print will be displayed. The length of printed data and if the print is completed will be displayed. When the print is canceled, the information how much the print is completed will be displayed. Setup item Setting Description...
  • Page 284 5 Panel setup menu VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5.10 Job Status Menu...

  • Page 285: Maintenance

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance Maintenance This chapter describes daily maintenance of the product.

  • Page 286: Wearing The Gloves And Goggles

    6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Wearing the gloves and goggles Skin or eye contact with UV curable ink may cause skin inflammation or allergic reaction. Wear protective gloves, goggles and/or face shield, and clothing while using of the printer. Especially when performing any of the following operations, be sure to wear the supplied gloves (or solvent resistant gloves) and goggles.

  • Page 287: Shaking Ink Cartridges

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance Shaking ink cartridges To maintain color stability, you need to shake all ink cartridges before operation every day. Also, when the following error message is displayed on Operation panel, shake the ink cartridge in the corresponding ink slot.
  • Page 288 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Follow the procedure below to shake ink cartridges. 1. Check that the printer is turned ON. 2. Wear the supplied gloves and remove ink cartridges from Ink cartridge slots. Name Ink cartridges 3. Using the paper towel provided with the printer to wipe off the ink attached to the printer plug of Ink cartridge.
  • Page 289 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 4. While holding the printer plug with a paper towel, shake the ink cartridge. • Turn the ink plug upward and wait for 3 seconds. • Next, turn the ink plug downward and wait for 3 seconds. •...

  • Page 290: Before Using Sleep Mode For A Long Time

    6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Before using sleep mode for a long time • Perform daily maintenance. 6.5.4 Daily maintenance CAUTION • To continue the sleep mode for one week or longer, when one week has passed,　 perform the following: •...

  • Page 291: Replacing Consumable Components

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance Replacing consumable components This section describes when and how to replace the ink cartridges, roll media and flushing-box sponges. 6.4.1 Replacing ink cartridges CAUTION • Store ink cartridges in a cool and dark place avoid direct sunlight. •...
  • Page 292 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL NOTE • [*******] in the messages for ink cartridge replacement indicates the color that is almost empty or running out, using the slot number. <When using 6-color set> • 1: Black (K) • 2: Magenta (M) •...
  • Page 293 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance (2) Type For details about ink cartridge, contact your local MUTOH dealer. NOTE Use genuine ink cartridges for replacement. This printer is designed to use genuine ink cartridges. If you use an ink cartridge that is not a product of the original manufacturer, •...
  • Page 294 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 1. Confirm that the printer is turned ON. NOTE Do not replace ink cartridges when the printer is turned OFF. The remaining ink may not be detected correctly, causing abnormal printing. 2. Wear the supplied gloves and remove the ink cartridge from the ink slot. Name Ink cartridge 3.
  • Page 295 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 3 sec. 3 sec. x 10 Name Ink cartridge 4. Insert the ink cartridges into Ink cartridge slots. • Insert the ink cartridges all the way in ink cartridge slots. Name Ink cartridge 5. Confirm that Operation panel is back to the Normal condition. NOTE If ink cartridge is replaced during printing, printing resumes.

  • Page 296: Replacing Roll Media

    6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6.4.2 Replacing roll media This sub-section describes when and how to replace roll media. (1) Replacement time Replace roll media in the following situations. a. When the roll media loaded in the printer runs out. •...
  • Page 297 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 3. Turn the flanges of the roll media holders and take up roll media. Name Flanges Roll media 4. Loosen the lever of the right roll media holder and remove the media. Name Roll media holder (Right) Fixing lever Roll media 6.4 Replacing consumable components...
  • Page 298 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Take the same procedure as in step 4, remove the roll media from the left roll media holder. Name Roll media holder (Left) Fixing lever Roll media 6. To load another roll media, refer to the following. 3.5 Setting media •For loading roll media, refer to “...

  • Page 299: Replacing The Flushing-Box Sponges

    When ink clumps have accumulated on the flushing-box sponges beyond the flushing-box frame. When to replace Name Ink clump Flushing-box frame (2) Type For types and details of the flushing-box sponge, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 6.4 Replacing consumable components...
  • Page 300 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL (3) Replacing steps Follow the steps below to replace the flushing-box sponges. CAUTION • For this operation, be sure to wear the supplied gloves (or solvent resistant gloves) and goggles to prevent ink from contacting your eyes or skin. •...
  • Page 301 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance b. Press the [+] or [-] key on Operation panel to select “Menu3: Setup”. c. Press the [>] key. • “Set 1: Side Margin” is displayed on the operation panel. d. Press the [+] key or [–] key to select “Set 12: CR Maintenance”. 6.4 Replacing consumable components...
  • Page 302 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL e. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “CR Maint.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel. • The display enters the CR Maintenance menu. 5.3.12 CR Maintenance menu 3. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. •...
  • Page 303 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 5. Open Maintenance cover on the right side of the printer. Name Maintenance cover 6. While holding the flushing box from above, lift the flushing-box sponge hook and release the hook. Then, remove the flushing-box sponge holder. Name Flushing-box sponge hook Flushing-box sponge holder...
  • Page 304 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7. Install the new flushing-box sponge holders to each flushing box. Name Flushing-box sponge holder Flushing boxes 8. Close the maintenance cover. Name Maintenance cover 6.4 Replacing consumable components...
  • Page 305 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 9. Close the front cover. Name Front cover 10. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • The print head returns to its original position. • “CR Maint.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel. 11.

  • Page 306: Replacing The Cleaning Wiper

    The cleaning wiper is an essential part to make printing consistent. (1) Replacement time Every six months (2) Type For types and details of the cleaning wiper, contact your local MUTOH dealer. (3) Replacing steps Follow the steps below to replace the cleaning wiper. CAUTION •...
  • Page 307 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 2. Display the CR Maintenance menu on the operation panel. a. Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel. • “Menu 1: Sleep Mode>” is displayed on the operation panel. • The operation panel shifts to the Setup menu display. b.
  • Page 308 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL d. Press the [+] key or [–] key to select “Set 12: CR Maintenance”. e. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “CR Maint.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel. • The display enters the CR Maintenance menu. 5.3.12 CR Maintenance menu 6.4 Replacing consumable components...
  • Page 309 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 3. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • Maintenance starts. • The print head moves to the left. • “CR Maint.: End” is displayed on the operation panel. 4. Open Maintenance cover on the right side of the printer. Name Maintenance cover 6.4 Replacing consumable components...
  • Page 310 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Lift the cleaning wiper hook and release the hook. Then, remove the cleaning wiper. Name Cleaning wiper Cleaning wiper hook 6. Follow the steps below to install new cleaning wiper. • Slide the rear side of the new cleaning wiper into its slot. •...
  • Page 311 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 7. Close the maintenance cover. Name Maintenance cover 8. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • The print head returns to its original position. • “CR Maint.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel. 9.

  • Page 312: Replacing The Adapter's Plug In High-Capacity Ink Pack Adapter

    6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6.4.5 Replacing the Adapter’s plug in High-capacity ink pack adapter When the high-capacity ink pack adapter is inserted/removed in a certain number of times, the adapter’s plug should be replaced. If it reaches the end of its lifetime, “[*] Change Plug” appears on the panel (*: displays the slot number to be replaced).

  • Page 313: Cleaning The Printer

    It could lead to an electric shock or fire. Immediately turn OFF the power switch, disconnect the power plug from the electric socket, and contact your local MUTOH dealer. CAUTION • When cleaning the areas other than the print head and wiper, be sure to turn OFF the power and disconnect the power plug.

  • Page 314: Cleaning The Inside Of The Printer

    6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6.5.2 Cleaning the inside of the printer (1) Time for cleaning Once a month. (2) Cleaning procedures Follow the procedure below. 1. Raise Front media loading lever (lower Rear media loading lever). Name Front media loading lever Rear media loading lever 2.
  • Page 315 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 3. Remove paper powder and dust attached to the pressurizing rollers using a soft brush. NOTE Do not blow paper powder inside the printer using tools such as an air duster. It may cause an abnormal noise from the inside of the printer. Name Pressurizing rollers 4.
  • Page 316 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 5. Apply a damp and tightly squeezed soft cloth to wipe off the dirt of the unpainted (silver color) area in the center of the grid roller. Name Grid roller 6.5 Cleaning the printer...

  • Page 317: Head Cleaning

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6.5.3 Head cleaning If printed data is blurred or lacks part of it, clean the print head surface and nozzle (Head cleaning). Follow the procedure below to perform Head cleaning. NOTE • Remove media when cleaning. Cleaning with media loaded may lead to contact between the print head and media.
  • Page 318 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4. Press the [Cleaning] key on the operation panel for at least 2 seconds. • Start Head cleaning. • “Cleaning **%” is displayed on the operation panel. • After Head cleaning is complete, the operation panel shifts to Normal. NOTE •...

  • Page 319: Daily Maintenance

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6.5.4 Daily maintenance This section explains how to perform daily maintenance. CAUTION • While cleaning, remove the print head cap. Do not leave the print head without the cap for a long time. This operation should be done within 5 minutes. 6.5.3 Head cleaning •...
  • Page 320 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6.5.4.1 Put printer in CR Maintenance state 1. Display the CR Maintenance menu on the operation panel. a. Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel. • “Menu 1: Sleep Mode>” is displayed on the operation panel. •...
  • Page 321 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance d. Press the [+] key or [–] key to select “Set 12: CR Maintenance”. e. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. • “CR Maint.: Start” is displayed on the operation panel. • The display enters the CR Maintenance menu. 5.3.12 CR Maintenance menu 2.
  • Page 322 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Open Maintenance cover on the right of the printer and remove it. Name Front cover CAUTION • When cleaning the Cleaning wiper: • Do not touch Cleaning wiper and Head cap unit. Head cleaning may not be performed correctly because of oil from your hands. •...
  • Page 323 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6.5.4.2 Cleaning the cleaning wiper unit Follow the procedure below to clean the Cleaning wiper. NOTE • Use the Cleaning stick to clean the Cleaning wiper. For Cleaning stick, refer to 8.3 Options/Supply list • If it is hard to remove the stain, perform “Short” Head cleaning, and then clean again. 6.5.3 Head cleaning 1.
  • Page 324 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL b. Right side of Cleaning wiper: Use the wiper in front-back direction to wipe off. Name Cleaning wiper right side surface Cleaning stick c. Cleaning wiper unit right side surface: Use the wiper in front-back direction to wipe off. Name Cleaning wiper right side surface Cleaning stick...
  • Page 325 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6.5.4.3 Cleaning the circumference of the cap NOTE • Use the cleaning stick to clean the circumference of the cap. • If it is hard to remove the stain, perform “Short” Head cleaning, and then clean again. 6.5.3 Head cleaning Follow the procedure below to clean the circumference of the cap.
  • Page 326 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL CAUTION • When cleaning the circumference of the cap: • Do not touch Cleaning wiper and Head cap unit. Head cleaning may not be performed correctly because of oil from your hands. • Make sure you use a dry Cleaning stick to wipe off. A wet Cleaning stick may cause Print head to clog.
  • Page 327 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 2. Check if any foreign objects such as dust or ink clumps are adhered to the following places. • Circumference of the Print head (Silver metal parts) • Head guide part (Plastic parts) Name Circumference of the Print head (Silver metal parts) Head guide part (Plastic parts) 3.
  • Page 328 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL CAUTION • When cleaning around Print head: • Never touch the nozzle surface of the Print head. Doing so may damage Print head. • Do not touch the tip of Cleaning stick. Print head may be damaged because of oil from your hands. •...
  • Page 329 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 6.5.4.5 Cleaning the UV-LED lamp NOTE Use the paper towel to clean the UV-LED lamp. Follow the procedure below to clean the UV-LED lamp. 1. Using a paper towel, wipe off ink stains or ink deposits on and around the UV-LED lamp emitting windows.
  • Page 330 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 2. Attach the maintenance cover on the left of the printer and close it. • Close the cover firmly until it is locked. Name Maintenance cover 3. Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. •...

  • Page 331: Disposal The Waste Fluids

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance Disposal the waste fluids The timing and method for the disposal of waste fluid are described below. (1) Disposal timing Dispose the waste fluids in the following cases: a. When the waste fluid tank is more than half full. b.
  • Page 332 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 3. Press on the absorbent material tray of the waste fluid valve to store it. Name Waste fluid tank holder Absorbent material tray 4. Open the waste fluid valve, and transfer the waste fluid to the container. NOTE When pouring the waste fluid to the empty container, the waste fluid may splash, therefore put the container close to the waste fluid valve.
  • Page 333 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 5. After pouring the waste fluid to the empty container, close the waste fluid valve securely. Name Waste fluid valve 6. Wipe the opening of the waste fluid valve with a cloth, etc. 7. Pull out the absorbent material tray. Name Absorbent material tray 8.

  • Page 334: Transporting The Printer

    When transporting the printer, it is necessary to pack in the same condition as purchased using protective and packing materials to protect the printer from vibration and shocks. NOTE When transporting the printer, consult the MUTOH product dealer at your point of purchase. 6.7 Transporting the printer...
  • Page 335 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance (2) Reinstalling After transporting the printer, follow the procedure below to set it ready for use. 1. Select a suitable place for installation. Installation manual 2. Move and install the printer to the location. 3. Attach cables, such as the power cable. 3.1 Power cable connection 3.7 Adjust print 4.

  • Page 336: How To Carry Out Initial Ink Charging After Ink Discharge

    6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6.7.2 How to carry out initial ink charging after ink discharge After transporting the printer, perform initial charge before printing. Because cleaning using the cleaning liquid is not required, the procedure is partially different from 3.4 Initial ink charging Follow the procedure below to perform initial ink charging at the time of recovery.
  • Page 337 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 3. Follow the steps below to install cleaning wiper. • Slide the rear side of the new cleaning wiper into its slot. • Press the wiper hook down until it clicks into place. Name Cleaning wiper Cleaning wiper hook 4.
  • Page 338 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “Start Ink Charge -> E” is displayed on Operation panel. 7. Press the [Enter] key on Operation panel. • “Empty WasteInk -> E” is displayed on Operation panel. •...
  • Page 339 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6 Maintenance 9. Prepare ink cartridges. • The type and quantity of the ink cartridge to be used differ depending on the set number of colors to be used. (1) When using 6-color set • Cyan (C): 1 •...
  • Page 340 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 11. Install ink cartridge into Ink cartridge slot on the rear side of the printer. NOTE Note that the ink colors and corresponding ink cartridge slots differ depending on the number of ink colors you are using. (1) When using 6-color set 6 colors 6 colors...
  • Page 341 • If there is no improvement in the print result even after performing “Little Charge”, leave the printer unused for more than an hour. Then, perform “Little Charge” again and check the print result. If there is still no improvement, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 6.7 Transporting the printer...
  • Page 342 6 Maintenance VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 6.7 Transporting the printer...

  • Page 343: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting This chapter describes possible troubles during the use of this product and countermeasures. If the error in any items of this section occurs, contact your local MUTOH dealer. NOTE If you want to receive product warranty, prepare the warranty certificate.

  • Page 344: Malfunctions And Failures

    7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Malfunctions and failures This section describes undisplayed malfunctions and failures of the printer, possible causes and countermeasures. 7.1.1 Problems in installation and introduction (1) Cannot perform the initial ink charge Possible cause Remedy Reference Is Front cover open, or Front media loading Close Front cover, and lower Front media 3.5 Setting lever raised (Rear media loading lever...

  • Page 345: Cannot Print At All

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 7.1.2 Cannot print at all (1) Does not work at all after power activation Possible cause Remedy Reference Is the power cable connected to the plug? Connect the power cable. 3.1 Power cable connection Does the AC power supply provide the Connect the cable to another outlet.
  • Page 346 7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL (3) When data is sent from the computer, an error occurs at the printer and nothing is printed Possible cause Remedy Reference Is the type of printer selected correctly at the Check that the printer type settings on the 3.8 Connecti computer? computer side and printer side are the same.

  • Page 347: Media-Related Troubleshooting

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 7.1.3 Media-related troubleshooting (1) The media slips or is torn during initialization NOTE If the media is jammed or torn, remove it according to “ ”. 7.3 The media is jammed Possible cause Remedy Reference Are you using the recommended media? Use the recommended media.
  • Page 348 7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL (2) The media is crumpled during initialization NOTE If the media is jammed or torn, remove it according to “ ”. 7.3 The media is jammed Possible cause Remedy Reference Are you using the recommended media? Use the recommended media.
  • Page 349 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting (4) Media jams frequently occur NOTE If media other than the recommended one is used, correct media feeding cannot be assured. Possible cause Remedy Reference Are you using the recommended media? Use the recommended media. 4.2.1 Loadab le media Is the media used in an environment other...

  • Page 350: Printing-Related Troubleshooting

    7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7.1.4 Printing-related troubleshooting (1) Printing is partially stained or incomplete NOTE Proper print quality may not be obtained with the media other than the recommended one. Possible cause Remedy Reference Does the media include moisture? Replace it with new media.
  • Page 351 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting (4) White or black lines appear on printed media Possible cause Remedy Reference Are you using the recommended media? Use the recommended media. 4.2.1 Loadab le media Is the roll media set correctly? Set the roll media correctly. 3.5.4 Loadin g roll media Is the nozzle in good condition?

  • Page 352: Error Messages

    7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Error messages This section describes messages displayed during normal printer operation or when errors occur, and solutions to the messages. 7.2.1 Status messages This section describes messages displayed during printer normal operation. When the product is operating correctly, each operation status is displayed on the operation panel as below.
  • Page 353 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting Display Description Reference Installed Wiper ? No Install the cleaning wiper. 3.4.1 Details of initial ink charging Installed Wiper ? Yes After installing the cleaning wiper, press the 3.4.1 Details [Enter] key. of initial ink charging Start Ink Charge ->E Ink charging starts.
  • Page 354 7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Display Description Reference <E>Skip, <CAN> Detect • Press the [Enter] key to skip the media 3.5.6 Setting thickness detection. media type • Press the [Cancel] key to detect the media 3.5.7.2 When thickness. the media thickness detection is OFF Roll Remain Error...
  • Page 355 End the Color Verify. Press the [Enter] key. 4.5 Using [ENTER] Spectrophotomet (SPECTROVUE VM-10) • The value of the Authorization Code may be displayed for the display of the option function. • For details, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 7.2 Error messages...

  • Page 356: Error Message Display And Remedies

    The waste fluid tank is full. Dispose of waste fluid. 6.6 Disposal (Stops operation) the waste fluids Life Times The operational life of the Contact your local MUTOH [Head*] print head has almost expired. dealer. — (Continues operation) Life Times...
  • Page 357 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting Display Description Remedy Reference Life Times The life CR motor is almost Contact your local MUTOH [CR Motor] expired. dealer. — (Continues operation) Life Times The operational life of the PF Contact your local MUTOH [PF Motor] motor has almost expired.
  • Page 358 [Cancel] key to stop the beep. cycle. You cannot operate the 2. Turn off the power and printer from the operation contact your Mutoh dealer to panel until replacing the replace the CirculationPump. pump. • In this stage, the automatic ink maintenance will no longer work.
  • Page 359 • Start printing and measuring the color target again. • If you still have problems, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Measurement Error Colorimeter has been Remove Colorimeter. 4.5 Using (Illegal Operation)

  • Page 360: Data Error Display And Solutions

    7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Display Description Remedy Reference Shake ALL Cartridge Shake all ink cartridges. Shake the Black (K), Magenta 6.1 Wearing (M), Cyan (C), and Yellow the gloves and (Y) ink cartridges. goggles Shake KMCYWCartridge Shake the Black (K), Cyan Shake the Black (K), Cyan 6.1 Wearing (C), Magenta (M), Yellow...

  • Page 361: Command Error Display And Remedies

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 7.2.4 Command error display and remedies This section describes command errors and remedies. A command error is displayed if a certain failure occurs during analysis of the command data sent from your PC to the printer. If a command error occurs, the following error message appears on the operation panel of the printer and operation stops.

  • Page 362: Error Requiring Restart

    For an error requiring restart, operation will return to normal after removing the cause of the error and restarting the printer. If the same error continues to be displayed, contact the your local MUTOH dealer. Be sure to tell us the code no. of the error message when you contact us.

  • Page 363: The Media Is Jammed

    The media is jammed When the set media is jammed, follow the procedure below to remove it. 7.3.1 Removing Rigid Media If rigid media becomes jammed, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 7.3.2 Removing Roll Media 1. Turn OFF the power of the printer.
  • Page 364 7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 4. Raise Front media loading lever (lower Rear media loading lever). Name Media loading lever 5. Pull the media to your side, and cut the torn part with cutting tools such as a razor blade. Name Razor blade Roll media...
  • Page 365 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7 Troubleshooting 6. Turn the flanges of the roll media holder and take up the roll media. Name Flanges Roll media 7. If paper dust or pieces of paper remain inside the printer, remove them. 7.3 The media is jammed...
  • Page 366 7 Troubleshooting VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 7.3 The media is jammed...

  • Page 367: Appendix

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 8 Appendix Appendix This chapter describes specifications and optional componets with this printer.

  • Page 368: Product Specifications

    8 Appendix VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Product specifications 8.1.1 Printer specifications Item Specification Model name VJ-1638UH Printing method On-demand piezo drive system Drive system Firmware servo/DC motor drive Media feed system Multipoint pressurizing grid roller system Media fixing system Pressurization roller down system by manual lever Media feed/ejection Roll media: Rear feeding/Front ejecting Rigid media: Rear feeding/Front ejecting...
  • Page 369 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 8 Appendix Item Specification Environmental Operating condition Temperature: 20°C to 32°C condition Humidity: 40% to 60%, No condensation Printing accuracy Temperature: 22°C to 30°C coverage Humidity: 40% to 60%, No condensation Change rate Temperature: within 2°C per one hour Humidity: within 5 % per one hour Archiving condition Temperature: –20ºC to 60ºC...

  • Page 370: System Configurations

    Main functions: • Status monitor • Remote panel ValueJet Club server Connect to the ValueJet Club. https://valuejetclub.mutoh.co.jp/mutoh/guser Internet *1 ValueJet Club VSM Mobile This Web service provides free useful contents to ValueJet users. Status check and remote control Have user registration done to use various services.

  • Page 371: Interface Specification

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 8 Appendix Interface specification This section describes each type of interface specifications supported by this product. 8.2.1 Network interface specification Item Specification Network type Ethernet IEEE802.3 Network I/F 100BASE-TX/100BASE-T Automatic transfer type (RJ-45 Connector twist pair cable) MDI/MDI-X Automatic transfer Corresponding protocol TCP/IP...

  • Page 372: Options/Supply List

    8 Appendix VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Options/Supply list For more information about the options and the supply items, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 8.3 Options/Supply list...

  • Page 373: Setup Menu Diagram

    VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 9 Setup menu diagram Setup menu diagram For details of the Setup menu configuration diagram, refer to the followings. NOTE • For details of each setup item, refer to followings: • Setup menu diagram (Ready to Print): 5 Panel setup menu •...
  • Page 374 9 Setup menu diagram VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Setup menu diagram (Ready to Print) (1/4) Sleep Mode Start To Setup menu diagram User Type (Ready to print)(2/4) Setup <5mm> to 80mm Side Margin Take-up <Off> Media Location Side Edge Top Edge Media Width Origin <Off>...
  • Page 375 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 9 Setup menu diagram Setup menu diagram (Ready to Print) (2/4) User Type {To Setup Menu Diagram(Ready to Print)(1/4)} None <Type1> to Type15 Print Mode Quality1 Effect <i-Weave UV> Quality2 Quality3 <Quality4> Graphics1 Graphics2 Banner1 Banner2 Confirm Pattern Standard Adjust Print Rough Pattern...
  • Page 376 9 Setup menu diagram VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Setup menu diagram (Ready to Print) (3/4) To Setup menu diagram(Ready to print)(1/4) Test Print Nozzle Check Nozzle Check Ｂ(for 6-color set) Mode Print Setup List Pallete Color Verify Head Adjust Cleaning Short Normal Long Little Charge...
  • Page 377 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL 9 Setup menu diagram Setup menu diagram (Receiving/Converting/Printing) PF Micro Adj. -5.00% to <0.00%> to 5.00% Backup Job Status To Do Length Done Remain Remain Time...
  • Page 378 VJ-1638UH OPERATION MANUAL Revision History General Information Date Version Manual code Supported Firmware 2016.2 VJ1638UHE-A-00 V.1.00 2016.3 VJ1638UHE-A-01 V.1.00 2016.4 VJ1638UHE-A-02 V.1.01 2016.8 VJ1638UHE-A-03 V.1.01 2016.10 VJ1638UHE-A-04 V.1.02 2017.3 VJ1638UHE-A-05 V.1.03 or later...

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