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MIMAKI UJV100-160 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 You can also download the latest manual from official website. MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. https://mimaki.com/ D203466-13 Original instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword.................. 5 For safe use.................. 7 Symbols .................... 7 Usage Precautions ................ 8 Ink or any Other Liquid Used with the Machine ...... 11 Ink Specifications................ 12 Restrictions concerning the product ...........  12 Installation Precautions.............. 13 Installation Space ................ 14 When Relocating This Machine ............
  • Page 3 2.4 Test Printing................ 59 Changing the Layout Direction for Test Printing .........  59 Checking White Ink Ejection ...............  60 Printing Defects ..................  60 2.5 Head Cleaning ................  61 2.6 Feed Correction .............. 62 Feed Correction Procedure .............. 62 2.7 Correcting the Drop Position...........  64 Drop Position Correction Procedure ...........
  • Page 4 4.3 Maintenance ................ 92 Items Required for Maintenance............ 92 Ink Maintenance .................  92 White Ink Maintenance ...............  93 Wiper Cleaning ...................  93 Cap Cleaning .................. 95 NCU Cleaning.................. 96 Carriage Underside Cleaning .............  97 Print Head Nozzle Washing.............. 98 Ink Discharge Channel Cleaning ............ 100 Media Sensor Cleaning ..............

  • Page 5: Foreword

    © 2020 MIMAKI ENGINEERING Co., Ltd. l Disclaimers • Mimaki Engineering accepts no liability for damages arising directly or indirectly from the use of the UJV100-160 (“this machine” hereinafter), whether or not the product is faulty. Mimaki Engineering rejects all liability for damages, direct or indirect, resulting from the use of this machine.
  • Page 6 Use of this product in residential areas may cause harmful interference. If so, the user is responsible for rectifying such interference. • Use only the cables recommended by Mimaki Engineering when connecting to this product. Use of other cables may cause the product to exceed the restrictions stipulated by FCC regulations.

  • Page 7: For Safe Use

    For safe use For safe use Symbols In this manual, the symbols indicate and explain precautions. Make sure you fully understand the meaning of each symbol and use the machine safely and correctly. Explanation Warning Indicates a potential hazard that may result in death or serious injury if handled improperly or if instructions are disregarded.

  • Page 8: Usage Precautions

    For safe use Usage Precautions l In the event of abnormal conditions • In the event of abnormal conditions such as smoke or unusual odor, turn off the main power immediately and unplug the power cable. Continuing to use the product under these conditions may result in failure, electric shock, or fire.
  • Page 9 For safe use • Do not handle the power plug with wet hands. Disregarding this precaution may result in electric shock. • Plug the power cable plug into a grounded power outlet. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire. •...
  • Page 10 For safe use l Ultraviolet light (UV) and the UV-LED unit • Do not place flammable materials under the UV-LED unit or cover the UV-LED unit with paper or cloth Disregarding this precaution may result in fire or smoldering. • Small amounts of ultraviolet light may leak from the UV-LED unit. Wear UV safety glasses, face shields, masks, gloves, and long-sleeved clothing to protect the eyes and skin from ultraviolet light.

  • Page 11: Ink Or Any Other Liquid Used With The Machine

    • Be sure to read the safety data sheet (SDS) before use. https://mimaki.com/supply/sds/ • Pay close attention to ventilation and be sure to wear safety glasses, gloves, and a mask when handling ink, maintenance liquid, waste ink, or other solutions used with this machine. Leaking ink may adhere to the skin or get into the eyes or mouth.

  • Page 12: Ink Specifications

    • Printing is disabled if a different ink IC chip is used. • There is no problem with the ink bottles used with this machine, even if they are dented. Ink Specifications Item Details Type UV curing ink (MIMAKI product) Color Cyan (C) Magenta (M) Yellow (Y) Black (K)

  • Page 13: Installation Precautions

    Installation Precautions Installation Precautions • Do not install this machine in environments where flammable substances are present (e.g., gasoline, flammable spray, alcohol, thinner, lacquer, or powder). This machine is not explosion- proof. The product poses a risk of explosion. • Do not install this machine in locations where open flames are present. The ink may ignite. •...

  • Page 14: Installation Space

    Installation Precautions Installation Space Provide the following space around the machine to allow safe and proper replacement of ink and media: Item UJV100-160 At least 3,775 mm Width (2,775 mm) At least 2,700 mm (700 mm) Depth *1, *2 (1,475 mm)

  • Page 15: Safety Interlocks

    Safety Interlocks Safety Interlocks This machine is equipped with interlocks to ensure safety during use. Printing will abort if you open the covers while printing is underway. If so, you will need to resend the RIP data. • Safety interlock locations...

  • Page 16: Warning Labels

    Warning Labels Warning Labels Make sure you fully understand the details indicated on the various warning labels. If any of the warning labels becomes dirty and illegible or peel off, contact your local dealer or our service office to request new warning labels. Carriage Maintenance space...
  • Page 17 Warning Labels Order code Label Details M910931 Beware of opening and closing parts. Injury may result if hands become trapped. M907833 Indicates dangerous moving parts. M903330 Wear safety glasses and gloves while working. M903405 Beware of the cutter. M907935 Indicates dangerous live parts. M905811 Indicates dangerous moving parts.
  • Page 18 Warning Labels...

  • Page 19: Chapter 1 Before Using This Product

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product This chapter This chapter describes various parts and provides important information. Read this chapter before using the product. Part Names and Functions ......20 Connecting a PC to the Product....... 3 2 Front............20 Using a USB Cable ........3 2 Rear and Right Side View ......

  • Page 20: Part Names And Functions

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product 1.1 Part Names and Functions Front Name Summary Platen Print area. "Platen"(P. 22) Pinch rollers The pinch rollers and grid rollers are used to grip and feed the media. "Pinch Rollers and Grid Rollers"(P. 23) Grid rollers Capping station Includes caps, wipers, and an NCU for monitoring print head nozzle...

  • Page 21: Rear And Right Side View

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Rear and Right Side View Name Summary Clamp lever (rear) Linked to the clamp lever at the front. Media sensor Detects whether media is present. "Media sensor"(P. 23) Ink wipe filter Filter for soaking up ink droplets from special ink bottle caps Feed unit Holds the roll media before printing.

  • Page 22: Carriage

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Carriage The carriage includes a print head for ejecting ink, a UV-LED lamp for curing UV ink, and a jam sensor for stopping the carriage when media clogs. Printing occurs as ink is ejected while traversing left and right. •...

  • Page 23: Pinch Rollers And Grid Rollers

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Pinch Rollers and Grid Rollers The pinch rollers and grid rollers are used to grip and feed the media. Pinch roller Grit roller • When this product is not in use, raise the clamp lever to separate the pinch rollers from the grid rollers.

  • Page 24: Take-Up Units

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Take-up units Use the switch on the take-up unit to change the media take-up direction. ON/OFF button Direction selector switch Name Summary Direction selector To take up media with printed surface on the inside switch Down To take up media with printed surface on the outside...
  • Page 25 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product l [END/POWER] key The [END/POWER] key is the key normally used to turn the power on and off. [END/POWER] key • Close the front cover and maintenance covers. Leaving any of the covers open will disable the automatic maintenance function (including nozzle clogging prevention function and ink discharge channel cleaning function).

  • Page 26: Operating Panel

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Operating panel This is used to control the product and make/change settings. xxxx width:1340mm TEST PRINT MENU REMOTE CLEANING Name Summary Display "Display"(P. 27) [SEL] key Selects the function for the corresponding [FUNCTION] key. [FUNCTION] key Used for test printing, head cleaning, and editing settings "[FUNCTION]...
  • Page 27 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Display MENU mode <setting type number> Connected cable type LOCAL<SETUP 1> Head height Detected media width 1620mm Ink status TEST PRINT Function name assigned to [FUNCTION] MENU REMOTE CLEANING Menu Modes Four menu modes are available. Name Summary LOCAL mode...
  • Page 28 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product [FUNCTION] key This section describes the functions and roles assigned to the [FUNCTION] key. Icon Summary Displays the various menu screens. Displays maintenance functions such as test printing and cleaning. Used to switch from LOCAL mode to REMOTE mode. Displays adjustment functions such as feed adjustment and drop position adjustment.
  • Page 29 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Displaying Machine Information (Local Guidance) Press the [ENTER] key in LOCAL mode screen to display the following information. Item Outline Display Ink information Displays ink type, remaining ink Ink type xxx-xxx xxx-xxx levels, and ink errors. 1.  100％  No error 5.  100％   ...

  • Page 30: Connecting The Power Cable

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product 1.2 Connecting the Power Cable Check to confirm that the main power supply is turned off. Insert the cable band to the machine. Plug the power cable into the inlet of the machine. Secure the power cable to the cable band. •...

  • Page 31: Turning Off The Power

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Press the [END/POWER] key to turn on power. • Once the power is turned on, the firmware version will appear on the display, and the initial operation will execute. • The local mode is set, and the machine is ready for use. [END/POWER] key Turn on the power for the connected PC.

  • Page 32: Connecting A Pc To The Product

    • If your PC does not have a USB port, contact your local dealer or our service office. USB Interface Precautions l When connecting more than one UJV100-160 to a PC The UJV100-160 may not be correctly recognized. If the PC has more than one USB port, try connecting to a different USB port to check whether the product is correctly recognized.
  • Page 33 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product l Checking the LAN connection Check the display on this product. • Local guidance can be used for checking. "Displaying Machine Information (Local Guidance)"(P. 29) • Printing is not possible if “100Mbps”, “10Mbps”, or “No Connect” is displayed. Event email can be used.

  • Page 34: System Configuration

    Driver Setup (When Using USB Cable) Install the USB driver. • Execute [mkcdmenu.exe] contained on the Driver software CD provided. • The driver can also be downloaded from the following URL: https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html [UJV100-160] > [Drivers/Utilities] • The driver installation guide is provided within the installer.

  • Page 35: Installing Rip Software

    The explanation here applies to MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink). Launch “Profile Update”. (1) From the Start menu, select [Mimaki RasterLink6Plus] > [Profile Update]. (2) Click [Next]. Select the UJV100-160 being used.

  • Page 36: Setting Up Rip Software

    Profile Manager. https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html Setting Up RIP Software The explanation here applies to MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink). Launch RasterLink. • The [Printer Management] screen appears. • To add a new model, launch RasterLink, then select [Environment] > [Printer Management].
  • Page 37 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Register UJV100-160. (1) Click [Add]. (2) Set the specifics for UJV100-160. • Model: Select the model. • Color: Select the ink set filled. • Output port: Select the cable connected. • Available Printers: Select UJV100-160 connected.

  • Page 38: Ink Replacement Method

    Chapter 1 Before Using This Product 1.5 Ink Replacement Method When Ink Near End is Displayed Ink levels are low. We recommend replacing with new Ink bottle as soon as possible. Printing is still possible, but cleaning and continuous printing are not possible. Note that ink may run out during printing. To check which Ink bottle needs to be replaced, press the [ENTER] key on the LOCAL mode screen.
  • Page 39 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Lift the ink bottles vertically. Light-blocking cover • Check to confirm that the light-blocking cover is closed when removing ink bottles. Close the light-blocking cover by hand if it is open. If the light-blocking cover is left open, the ink may harden, resulting in printer failure.
  • Page 40 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Wipe off any ink on the special caps with paper wipes. • Check to confirm that there is no foreign matter, such as paper towel scraps or dust, adhering to the special cap. Continuing to use it when it is dirty may result in foreign matter blocking the ink channels, causing ink leakage.
  • Page 41 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product • If the mouth of the ink bottle is fitted with a seal, cut this open using a craft knife. Be careful not to drop the seal into the bottle. Attach the special cap to the ink bottle. •...
  • Page 42 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product l Mounting Ink Bottles The order of Ink bottle to be set depends on the ink set you are currently using. Check the ink slot numbers, then insert the correct color Ink bottle. Ink set Ink layout 4-color 4-color, W...
  • Page 43 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product l Registering the Ink IC Chip Printing is not possible unless the ink IC chip has been registered. • Do not touch the metal parts of the ink IC chips. Static electricity may damage the ink IC chip, and dirt or damage may make the ink IC chip unreadable.
  • Page 44 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Message Cause Corrective action Ink Expiration Over • The ink is two months • Replace with new ink. Printing is not past its expiration date possible. "When Ink End is and cannot be used. Displayed"(P.
  • Page 45 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product • “---” will appear if no ink IC chip is registered or if no ink remains. If “---” appears, a new ink IC chip can be registered. Ink IC Chip Reg. info. Y   ： 2020/01/01 C  ...
  • Page 46 Chapter 1 Before Using This Product...

  • Page 47: Chapter 2 Printing

    Chapter 2 Printing This chapter This chapter describes printing procedures and setting methods. Print Process ...........48 Feed Correction..........6 2 Feed Correction Procedure......6 2 Adjusting Print Head Height ......51 Correcting the Drop Position ......6 4 Loading the Media ...........53 Drop Position Correction Procedure ....

  • Page 48: Print Process

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.1 Print Process Turn on the power. "Turning On the Power"(P. 30) [END/POWER] key Connect a RIP PC to the machine. "Using a USB Cable"(P. 32) "Using a LAN Cable"(P. 32) Setting Up RIP Software "Installing RIP Software"(P. 35) (required first time only) "Obtaining Color Profiles"(P.
  • Page 49 Chapter 2 Printing This machine can be used with roll media. "Loading the Media"(P. 53) Take-up unit Core Check the state of the print head nozzles. "Test Printing"(P. 59) Good example Bad example Deflection Nozzle clogging Clean the head to clear malfunctioning nozzles. There are three different head cleaning methods.
  • Page 50 Chapter 2 Printing Printing RIP Data "Printing RIP Data"(P. 66) Cutting the Media "Cutting the Media"(P. 70)

  • Page 51: Adjusting Print Head Height

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.2 Adjusting Print Head Height Adjust the print head height to suit media thickness. Range Gap between print head and platen 2 mm (default setting) High 2.5 mm • The print head height should normally be set to 2.0 mm. With inkjet printers, if the gap between the print and media increases, the ink droplets may vaporize before they reach the media.
  • Page 52 Chapter 2 Printing Use the height adjustment lever to adjust the height. • Set the height adjustment lever so that the desired height is at the top. If the lever is not set to the correct position, problems such as media jamming and misting may occur, resulting in impaired print quality.

  • Page 53: Loading The Media

    Media l Media handling precautions • Use Mimaki-approved media to ensure consistent high-quality printing. • Assign at least two people to load roll media. Otherwise there is a risk of back injury due to the weight of the roll media.
  • Page 54 Chapter 2 Printing Move the rear left roll holder to the roll setting position. • Unscrew the roll holder retaining screw before moving. Position the roll holder so that the reference position is Setting position for 3-inch roll within the following range: 3 Inch Roll Media Roll Holder 3 Inch Roll Media...
  • Page 55 Chapter 2 Printing Lower the clamp lever. • Hold the media with the pinch roller and grid roller. Move to the front of the machine and open the front cover. Raise the clamp lever and pull out the media. • Make sure the media does not fall to the rear. •...
  • Page 56 Chapter 2 Printing Lower the clamp lever. Secure the media in the media holder. Media holder • Do not use the media holder when printing on thicker media. Press , then select “Roll”. • This starts media width detection. • If the setting for [Machine Setup] > [Media Detect] > [Detection Type] is “MANUAL”, the area for printing must be determined manually.
  • Page 57 Chapter 2 Printing Secure the media to the take-up unit. (1) Press to feed the media until it reaches the core on the take-up unit. (2) Secure the middle of the media with adhesive tape. (3) Secure the media on the right and left in the same way. •...
  • Page 58 Chapter 2 Printing Adjusting the Torque Limiter The take-up unit is fitted with a torque limiter. Turn the torque limiter adjustment nut to adjust take-up tension. The torque limiter is initially set to “Medium” when shipped. Adjustment nut Torque scale 50 % of maximum torque 100 % of maximum torque l Increase tension (clockwise)

  • Page 59: Test Printing

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.4 Test Printing Print a test pattern to confirm that the ink prints correctly. Perform head cleaning if you observe any print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection). "Head Cleaning"(P. 61) Head 1 Head 1 Head 2 Head 2 Check beforehand •...

  • Page 60: Checking White Ink Ejection

    Chapter 2 Printing Checking White Ink Ejection The following two methods are available for checking white ink: • Print on clear film. • Print the background for the test pattern using black ink. l White Ink Confirmation Test Pattern In LOCAL mode screen, select [TEST PRINT/CLEANING] > [Test Print], then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 61: Head Cleaning

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.5 Head Cleaning The following head cleaning methods are available. Choose the method based on test results. Item Details Soft If the print shows a bent line (deflection) Normal If the print shows a missing line (nozzle clogging) Hard If soft cleaning and normal cleaning fail to resolve print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection)

  • Page 62: Feed Correction

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.6 Feed Correction Changing the media may affect the feed amount due to various factors, including the weight and thickness of the media and whether the take-up unit is used. Correct the drop position to suit the type of media used. Image defects (e.g., dark or light streaks) will result if the feed is not properly corrected.
  • Page 63 Chapter 2 Printing Press the [ENTER] key. • Print another correction pattern to check. • Once adjustment is complete, the medium will be fed to the print origin. Sagging may occur in the rear roll medium. Rewind roll media by hand to eliminate any sagging. Correcting the Media Feed During Printing You can also correct the media feed amount in REMOTE mode or while printing.

  • Page 64: Correcting The Drop Position

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.7 Correcting the Drop Position Changing the media and print head height will also alter the drop positions. Correct the drop position to suit the type of media used. Image defects (e.g., overlaid lines or blurred images) will result if the drop position is not properly corrected. Check beforehand •...
  • Page 65 Chapter 2 Printing • If the lines do not coincide when the correction value is within the range -40 to 40, the print head height may have been improperly adjusted. Adjust the print head height. "Adjusting Print Head Height"(P. 51) Enter the correction value in the same way for pattern 2 and subsequent patterns.

  • Page 66: Printing Rip Data

    Launch RasterLink. • Click the icon on the PC desktop. Select the image data to print. (1) Select [File] > [Open]. (2) Select the desired image data, then click [Open]. • If multiple printers are registered, select UJV100-160 in “Printer name”.

  • Page 67: Changing The Origin

    Chapter 2 Printing Select the image data imported. • The image is displayed in the tab for UJV100-160 selected in “Printer name”. Check the settings and alter as necessary. • Specify the following settings by clicking the function icons shown on the right-hand side of the screen: (normal printing): Specifies settings like enlargement/reduction and number of copies.

  • Page 68: Starting Printing

    Starting Printing Send the RIP data from the PC. • "Preparing RIP Data"(P. 66) • When the message “Attention20A Driver version” appears, install the latest Mimaki driver available from: https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html Start printing. • Printing starts once RIP data is received.

  • Page 69: Stopping Printing (Data Clear)

    Chapter 2 Printing Press [REMOTE]. • Printing resumes. • No other functions can be used when printing is paused. Stopping Printing (Data Clear) In LOCAL mode screen, select [DATA CLEAR]. LOCAL width:1340mm ADJUST DATA CLEAR Press the [ENTER] key to clear the received data. •...

  • Page 70: Cutting The Media

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.9 Cutting the Media In LOCAL mode, press • The Origin Setup screen appears. SET ORIGIN Press to feed the media to the position required for cutting. Select [CUT], then press the [ENTER] key. • The media is cut.

  • Page 71: Chapter 3 Settings

    Chapter 3 Settings This chapter This chapter describes the various setting procedures. Setup menu .............72 Nozzle check menu .......... 8 5 Setup Menu List ......... 72 Nozzle Check Menu List ......8 5 Maintenance Menu ..........75 Information menu ..........8 7 Maintenance Menu List ......

  • Page 72: Setup Menu

    Chapter 3 Settings 3.1 Setup menu Print conditions (settings 1 to 4) can be saved in advance for specific media. l Setup menu screen LOCAL SETUP MENU SETUP ●SETUP1 > > ○SETUP2 MAINTENANCE width:1340mm > > ○SETUP3 MACHINE SETUP Select “SETUP 1 to 3” or “Tempotary” > >...
  • Page 73 This eliminates the risk of printing on top of the media holder. • The Mimaki RIP software (RasterLink) does not allow the user to specify margins. If the machine is set to “HOST”, the offset value will be “0 mm” for the left and right margins.
  • Page 74 • NoPrint: Turns on the UV-LED lamp without printing. (Not used under ordinary conditions) MAPS4 MAPS: Mimaki Advanced Pass System • This function disperses the boundaries between passes to make feed streaks between passes less visible. • Altering MAPS may alter the color. This function may be less effective with certain types of images.

  • Page 75: Maintenance Menu

    Chapter 3 Settings 3.2 Maintenance Menu This menu is used for maintenance actions. It also lets the user perform nozzle recovery if nozzle clogging persists even after cleaning and nozzle washing. l Maintenance Menu Screen LOCAL MAINTENANCE MENU SETUP STATION >...
  • Page 76 Chapter 3 Settings Item Details Setting Nozzle Recovery Allows other nozzles to be used for printing if maintenance actions like nozzle washing fail to resolve print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection). Print Prints a pattern to check nozzle condition and register the nozzle. "Registering nozzle recovery"(P.
  • Page 77 Chapter 3 Settings Select “Print Start”, then press the [ENTER]. • Print a nozzle recovery pattern. • The Select Entry Nozzle screen appears once printing is complete. H1-D K H1-A M H1-C Y Ink Color H1-B C No.203 Nozzle row number H1-A M Head number Approx.
  • Page 78 Chapter 3 Settings Enter the desired printing conditions. Judgement Condition 720 x 720 Resolution PASS Scan Speed NORMAL MAPS 4 > OVER PRINT Press the [FUNC2] key. • The judgment result is displayed. No good Judgement result Judgement result Judgement result Judgement result HEAD1-A HEAD1-B...

  • Page 79: Machine Setup Menu

    Chapter 3 Settings 3.3 Machine setup menu This is used to set various operations to ensure optimal machine performance. l Machine Setup Menu Screen LOCAL MENU SETUP > MAINTENANCE width:1340mm > MACHINE SETUP > NOZZLE CHECK > INFORMATION > TEST PRINT times MENU REMOTE CLEANING...
  • Page 80 Chapter 3 Settings Item Details Setting • Temporary: The take-up unit operates only while the button is pressed. The unit stops when the button is released. Media Remain ON/OFF The remaining roll media amount can be displayed and printed out in REMOTE mode.
  • Page 81 Chapter 3 Settings Item Details Setting Default Gateway Sets the machine’s default gateway. • This can be set when both [DHCP] and [AutoIP] are set to “OFF”. DNS Address Sets the machine’s DNS server address. • This can be set when both [DHCP] and [AutoIP] are set to “OFF”. Sub Net Mask Sets the number of subnet mask digits used by this machine.
  • Page 82 • Internet communication charges for email notifications, etc. are the responsibility of the customer. • Event emails may not be delivered if problems arise with the Internet setup or equipment. Mimaki rejects all liability for damages resulting from delivery failure or delay.
  • Page 83 Chapter 3 Settings • Emails may not necessarily be delivered even if they have been sent. Check the terminal receiving the email for spam email filters. • For more information on server settings or other topics, contact your network administrator or service provider.
  • Page 84 Chapter 3 Settings • If the error persists, wait a while before retrying.

  • Page 85: Nozzle Check Menu

    Chapter 3 Settings 3.4 Nozzle check menu This is used to check if the nozzles are clogged before printing starts. Sets whether to perform maintenance functions automatically if nozzle clogging is detected. [Printing Check] The nozzles are not checked. Nozzle check (nozzle clogging detection) [Judgment Condition] setting for nozzle clogging detection If <...
  • Page 86 Chapter 3 Settings Item Details Setting Judgment OFF / 1 to 10 Set the number of nozzles per row to be detected as clogged before to 100 “nozzle clogging” is detected. Condition nozzles The next print will not start if “nozzle clogging” is detected during continuous printing.

  • Page 87: Information Menu

    Chapter 3 Settings 3.5 Information menu This is used to check machine information. l Information Menu Screen INFORMATION LOCAL MENU USAGE SETUP > > VERSION MAINTENANCE > width:1340mm > ERROR HISTORY MACHINE SETUP > > LIST NOZZLE CHECK > > INFORMATION > four TEST PRINT MENU REMOTE...
  • Page 88 Chapter 3 Settings...

  • Page 89: Chapter 4 Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance This chapter To ensure years of precise performance, maintain this product periodically or based on frequency of use. Read the maintenance precautions thoroughly before maintaining this product. Maintenance Precautions ........90 Consumable Item Replacement ..... 1 06 Wiper Replacement ........1 06 Maintenance Items and Timing .......91 Cap Replacement ........

  • Page 90: Maintenance Precautions

    Chapter 4 Maintenance 4.1 Maintenance Precautions • This machine includes parts that must be replaced periodically. We therefore recommend taking out a maintenance contract. Maintain this machine and replace consumable items to prevent quality defects and accidents. • Clean periodically. Debris and dust will accumulate on electrical components when this machine is used for extended periods.

  • Page 91: Maintenance Items And Timing

    Chapter 4 Maintenance 4.2 Maintenance Items and Timing Timing Item Before starting the Perform white ink maintenance. "White Ink Maintenance"(P. 93) week's work At the end of the Clean the wiper and wiper bracket. "Wiper Cleaning"(P. 93) work week Clean the cap rubber. "Cap Cleaning"(P.

  • Page 92: Maintenance

    Safety glasses Gloves For more information on other consumable items, refer to our website. https://mimaki.com/supply/inkjet.html • Avoid storing this product in locations accessible to children. Ink Maintenance If ink constituents are sedimented, the ink density may become uneven. We recommend shaking the Ink bottle periodically to keep printing consistent.

  • Page 93: White Ink Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance l Shaking the Ink bottle Shake the Ink bottle to the left and right slowly at least 20 times. • Tighten the ink bottle lid securely, then shake the bottle slowly from left to right to ensure that the ink moves inside, holding the ink bottle lid with a paper towel.
  • Page 94 Chapter 4 Maintenance On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Maintenance menu is displayed. Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End ], then press the [ENTER] key. •...

  • Page 95: Cap Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Wipe away any ink or dust adhering to the wiper slider. • Wipe off any ink adhering with a clean stick moistened with maintenance liquid. • Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains. Reattach the wiper at the original position. •...

  • Page 96: Ncu Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the front cover. Clean the cap rubber. • Wipe off any ink adhering with a clean stick moistened with maintenance liquid. • Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains. Cap rubber Check to confirm that the cap slider is not tilted once cleaning is complete. •...

  • Page 97: Carriage Underside Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End ], then press the [ENTER] key. • The carriage moves over the platen. Open the front cover. Wipe away any ink or dust adhering to the NCU. •...

  • Page 98: Print Head Nozzle Washing

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the maintenance cover. Clean the underside of the UV-LED lamp. • Wipe off any ink adhering to the UV-LED lamp underside using a cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. • Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains. Clean around the print head on the underside of the carriage.
  • Page 99 Chapter 4 Maintenance On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Maintenance menu is displayed. Select [Station] > [Nozzle Wash], then press the [ENTER] key. • The carriage moves over the platen. Open the front cover.

  • Page 100: Ink Discharge Channel Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Ink Discharge Channel Cleaning Clean the ink discharge channel regularly to prevent clogging of the ink discharge channel below the cap. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Maintenance menu is displayed. Select [Station] >...

  • Page 101: Automatic Correction Sensor (Das) Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance l Cleaning the carriage underside sensor On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Maintenance menu is displayed. Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Maint. Space], then press the [ENTER] key. •...

  • Page 102: Media Holder Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Clean the DAS sensor. Once cleaning is complete, close the maintenance covers, then press the [ENTER] key. Media Holder Cleaning • Turn off the main power and unplug the power cable before carrying out maintenance. Continuing to use the dirty platen will prevent proper feeding of the media. It will also cause dried ink and attached dust to rub against the head nozzle surface and lead to print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection).

  • Page 103: Cover (Exterior) Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Continuing to use the dirty platen will prevent proper feeding of the media. It will also cause dried ink and attached dust to rub against the head nozzle surface and lead to print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection).
  • Page 104 Chapter 4 Maintenance Select [Station] > [Custody Wash], then press the [ENTER] key. • The carriage moves over the platen. Open the front cover. Clean the wiper and bracket. • "Wiper Cleaning"(P. 93) Press the [ENTER] key once cleaning is complete. •...
  • Page 105 Chapter 4 Maintenance Fill the cap with maintenance liquid. • Use a syringe to draw up some maintenance liquid and fill until it almost overflows from the cap. Close the front cover, then press the [ENTER] key. • Pump tube (ink discharge channel below the cap) washing starts. •...

  • Page 106: Consumable Item Replacement

    To order replacement consumable items, contact your local dealer or our service office. For more information on consumable items, refer to our website. https://mimaki.com/supply/inkjet.html • When disposing of the product, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the product in accordance with the local laws and regulations.

  • Page 107: Cap Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Wipe away any ink or dust adhering to the wiper slider. • Wipe off any ink adhering with a clean stick moistened with maintenance liquid. • Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains. Insert a new wiper. Once replacement is complete, close the front cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 108 Chapter 4 Maintenance Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End ], then press the [ENTER] key. • The carriage moves over the platen. Open the front cover. Remove the cap. • Squeeze the lugs on either side of the cap and pull off. Apply maintenance liquid.

  • Page 109: Cap Absorber Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Cap Absorber Replacement If the cap absorber is very dirty or if ink drips on to the media, replace with a new cap absorber. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. •...

  • Page 110: Waste Ink Tank Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Attach a new cap absorber. • Push the tabs on the cap absorber into the slits at the rear of the C slider, and clip in the tabs at the front. Cap absorber Claw Push in to engage tabs. Once replacement is complete, move the wiper back to the rear by hand.
  • Page 111 Chapter 4 Maintenance On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Maintenance menu is displayed. Select [Waste ink tank], then press the [ENTER] key. • “Replace Wasteinktank Level: 80% (1.6L)” appears on the display. Select [Adjust Waste Ink Volume], then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 112: Pinch Roller Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Attach the cap to the removed waste ink tank, and use tape to prevent leakage of waste ink. • When disposing of the product, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the product in accordance with the local laws and regulations. Insert a new waste ink tank.

  • Page 113: Media Holder Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Raise the clamp lever. Remove the O-ring retaining the pinch rollers. O-ring Remove the pinch rollers. Pinch roller Attach new pinch rollers, and secure them using the O-ring. Close the front cover. Media Holder Replacement If the media holder becomes deformed and touches the carriage or print head, replace with a new media holder.
  • Page 114 Chapter 4 Maintenance Remove the side screw, and detach the media holder stopper. • If there is no media stopper, remove the screw shown in the figure. Remove the media holder. Remove the sliders from the media holder. • Be careful to avoid misplacing the sliders. Attach the sliders to the new media holder.

  • Page 115: Media Cutter Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Insert the new media holder into the platen. Secure the media holder stopper with the screw. • If there is no media stopper, secure the screw in the screw hole shown in the figure. Close the maintenance covers. Media Cutter Replacement Replace cutters when blades are chipped or blunt.

  • Page 116: Led Glass Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the front cover. • The carriage can be moved by hand. Move the carriage slowly to a position allowing easy access for replacing the cutter. Unscrew the screw, then open the carriage cover hatch. Replace the media cutter. (1) Unscrew the cutter screw.
  • Page 117 Chapter 4 Maintenance On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Maintenance menu is displayed. Select [Station] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Maint. Space], then press the [ENTER] key. • The carriage moves to the maintenance space. Open the maintenance cover.
  • Page 118 Chapter 4 Maintenance...
  • Page 119 Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems This chapter This chapter explains procedures for troubleshooting and addressing messages on the display. Troubleshooting..........120 Problems indicated by messages....1 23 The power does not turn on..... 120 Warning messages ........1 23 Printing is not possible......120 Ink errors (local guidance) ......

  • Page 120: Chapter 5 Dealing With Problems

    Cable"(P. 32) Are you using a LAN cable approved Check the LAN cable type. "Network Connection by Mimaki? Precautions"(P. 33) Is the status lamp on the operating An error has occurred. Check the message on the display. panel illuminated or flashing red? "Operating panel"(P.

  • Page 121: Image Defects Occur

    Attach the tape, taking care not to block the vacuum hole. For more information, refer to the description on transporting media on the platen. https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html Image defects occur. Symptom Corrective action White streaks, blurriness, and dark Remove any paper scraps or other debris adhering to areas over which the head passes (e.g., media holders).

  • Page 122: Ink Leakage Occurs

    Attach the tape, taking care not to block the vacuum hole. For more information, refer to the description on transporting media on the platen. https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html The white image is offset in the Perform the procedure described in "Feed Correction"(P. 62).

  • Page 123: Problems Indicated By Messages

    Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems 5.2 Problems indicated by messages If a problem occurs, the buzzer will sound, and a message will appear on the display. You can also use local guidance when checking. "Displaying Machine Information (Local Guidance)"(P. 29) Take appropriate measures based on the message.
  • Page 124 Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Message Cause Corrective action Printing not possible/ink IC • An unusable ink IC chip is • Replace with new ink and a new ink IC used. chip. Shake the white ink bottle • White ink is more easily •...

  • Page 125: Ink Errors (Local Guidance)

    Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Ink errors (local guidance) Message Cause Corrective action Ink end • The ink has run out. • Replace with new ink. "When Ink End is Displayed"(P. 38) INK NEAR END • Ink levels are low. •...

  • Page 126: Error Messages

    Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Message Cause Corrective action Ink Type • A different ink type is • Insert an ink IC chip for the correct ink registered on the ink IC type. "Registering the Ink IC chip. Chip"(P. 43) Ink Color •...
  • Page 127 RIP software. parameters that do not allow printing. Driver version • Printing is not possible • Install the latest Mimaki driver because the Mimaki driver available from: version is old. https://mimaki.com/download/ inkjet.html Check the USB cable connection.
  • Page 128 Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Error Message Cause Corrective action number MCFD File IF Error • A problem was detected • Turn off the power on the machine while accessing print and turn it on after a while. parameter data. "Turning Off the Power"(P.
  • Page 129 Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Error Message Cause Corrective action number Wrong Ionizer • The ionizer internal circuit • Turn off the power on the machine is defective, or an and turn it on after a while. abnormal discharge "Turning Off the Power"(P. 31) occurred.

  • Page 130: System Halt

    Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Error Message Cause Corrective action number InkHeater Thr • A problem was detected • Turn off the power on the machine with the ink heater and turn it on after a while. InkHeater Tmp thermistor. "Turning Off the Power"(P.

  • Page 131: Chapter 6 Appendix

    Chapter 6 Appendix This chapter This chapter explains the specifications of this machine. Specifications ..........132 LICENSE Library ..........1 35...

  • Page 132: Specifications

    Chapter 6 Appendix 6.1 Specifications Item Details Print head Type Drop-on-demand piezoelectric print heads Specifications Two staggered heads with 420 nozzles × 4 rows each Resolution Y: 360 dpi, 720 dpi, 1,200 dpi X: 900 dpi, 1,200 dpi Ink set 4-color C, M, Y, K 4-color, W...
  • Page 133 Chapter 6 Appendix Item Details NCU (Nozzle clogging Provided detection) UV unit Air-cooled LED UV emitters x2 Image buffer SD-RAM: 1GB Interface Data transfer USB 2.0 Hi-speed, Ethernet 1000BASE-T function Email function Ethernet 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX/1000BASE-T Commands MRL-V Languages English, Japanese, Chinese Noise At standby Not more than 58 dB (FAST-A, 1 m on all sides)
  • Page 134 Chapter 6 Appendix Item Details 167 kg (214 kg) Weight *1. Setup menu margins set to the minimum (5 mm) on either side *2. External diameter and weight after winding media *3. Free of sagging due to weight *4. High-speed printing is possible only with 3-inch. *5.

  • Page 135: License Library

    Chapter 6 Appendix 6.2 LICENSE Library Mimaki printer Firmware Copyright @2020 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO.,LTD. All rights reserved. This product contain open source software listed in the tables below. Component License StarterWare for ARM® based TI Sitara Processors BSD-TI The following license terms and conditions shall apply to the open source software listed in the table above: BSD-TI Copyright (C) 2010 Texas Instruments Incorporated - http://www.ti.com/...
  • Page 136 Chapter 6 Appendix...
  • Page 137 Index Index AC inlet ................................ 21 Auto Cleaning .............................. 73 Auto Correct ........................... 72, 101, 124 Auto Maint.............................. 76 Auto Nozzle Recovery ............................  85 Auto Power-off.............................. 79 Auto Power-on.............................. 79 Auto Remote .............................. 82 Cancel ................................ 26 Cap .............................. 91, 95, 107 Cap absorber.............................. 109 Capping station ............................ 20, 22 Carriage............................ 20, 22, 91, 97 Carriage movement ............................
  • Page 138 Index FCC regulations ............................... 6 Feed Comp........................... 28, 49, 62, 72 Feed Speed .............................. 73 Feed unit ................................ 21 Feeding Before Cut ............................ 82 [FUNCTION] key ............................ 26, 28 Grid rollers .............................. 20, 23 Head cleaning ............................ 26, 61 Head height .............................. 51 Height adjustment lever.......................... 52 Information menu ............................ 87 Ink discharge channel ..........................
  • Page 139 Index LAN port ................................. 21 LANGUAGE .............................. 80 List .................................. 87 Local guidance ............................... 29 LOCAL mode............................ 26, 27 Logical Seek .............................. 73 Machine setup menu ............................ 79 Main power supply switch ........................ 21, 24, 30 Maintenance covers ............................ 20 Maintenance menu ............................ 75 MAPS ................................ 74 Margin ................................ 73 Media................................ 53 Media Detect .............................. 80...
  • Page 140 Index Power outlet .............................. 30 Power plug .............................. 30 Power supply switch ............................ 24 Print Area ............................... 87 Print Length .............................. 87 Print origin .............................. 67 Printing Check .............................. 85 Pump tube cleaning.......................... 75, 100 RasterLink ........................ 35, 36, 37, 66, 67, 73 Receive buffer .............................. 69 Reference guide ............................ 37, 67 REMOTE mode ............................ 26, 27 Replace Waste ink tank..........................
  • Page 141 Index Usage ................................ 87 USB driver .............................. 34 USB interface cable............................ 32 USB port ................................. 21 Use Time ................................ 87 UV Lamp ................................ 87 UV mode ................................ 74 UV-LED lamp ............................ 91, 98 Vacuum ................................ 73 Version ................................ 87 View Feed .............................. 80 Warning Labels .............................. 16 Waste ink tank .......................... 20, 87, 91, 110 White ink................................. 60 Wiper .............................. 91, 93, 106 Wiping ................................ 87...
  • Page 142 MEMO...
  • Page 143 Operation manual November, 2020 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO.,LTD. 2182-3 Shigeno-otsu, Tomi-shi, Nagano 389-0512 JAPAN D203466-13-10112020...
  • Page 144 © MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.2020 FW : 3.0...

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