Do you have a question about the JV100-160 and is the answer not in the manual?
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gerald otey
April 16, 2025
when rebooting machine light come on reading mimaki system.
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Mr. Anderson
May 8, 2025
When the Mimaki JV100-160 displays a "Mimaki system" message during reboot, it indicates that the printer is starting up and initializing its internal system. This message is part of the normal boot process.
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Cartridge-ink model You can also download the latest manual from official website. MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. https://mimaki.com/ D203528-11 Original instructions...
TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction .................. 5 For safe use.................. 7 Symbols .................... 7 Usage Precautions ................ 8 Ink or any Other Liquid Used with the Machine ...... 12 Ink Specifications................ 13 Restrictions concerning the product ........... 13 Installation Precautions.............. 14 Installation Space ................
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2.3 Loading the Media .............. 51 Media .................... 51 Loading the Roll Media ............... 51 2.4 Setting the Heater Temperature .......... 57 2.5 Test Printing................ 58 Changing the Layout Direction for Test Printing ......... 58 Printing Defects .................. 59 2.6 Head Cleaning ................ 60 2.7 Feed Correction ..............
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Use of this machine 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 machine. Use of other cables may cause the machine to exceed the restrictions stipulated by FCC regulations.
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.
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 this machine under these conditions may result in failure, electric shock, or fire.
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For safe use l Power supply precautions • Use the included power cable. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire. Do not use the power cable with other electronic devices. • Always grasp the plug when unplugging the power cable. Pulling on the power cable itself may damage the cable and result in failure, electric shock, or fire.
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For safe use l Caution regarding moving parts • Keep parts of the body such as the face and hands away from moving parts. Also keep clothing (e.g., loose clothing and accessories) that may impede work away from the machine. Failure to do so may result in injury.
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For safe use • Keep children away from this 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.
Ink or any Other Liquid Used with the Machine • Printing is disabled if a different ink IC chip is used. Ink Specifications Item Details Type Special solvent ink (MIMAKI product) Color Cyan (C) Magenta (M) Yellow (Y) Black (K)
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. •...
Installation Precautions Installation Space Provide the following space around the machine to allow safe and proper replacement of ink and media: Item JV100-160 At least 3,775 mm (2,775 mm) Width At least 2,700 mm (700 mm) Depth (1,392 mm) Height...
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 this happens, the RIP data will need to be received again. • Safety interlock locations...
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...
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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. M903239 Indicates hot parts. M903330 Wear safety glasses and gloves while working. M906144 Indicates hot parts. M903405 Beware of the cutter.
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 ......
Chapter 1 Before Using This Product 1.1 Part Names and Functions Front Name Outline Platen Print area. The platen is fitted with a heater. Helps prevent ink bleeding. Adjust the temperature setting to suit the type of media used. "Platen"(P. 22) "Setting the Heater Temperature"(P.
Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Rear and Right Side View Name Outline Clamp lever (rear) Linked to the clamp lever at the front. Media sensor Detects whether media is present. "Media sensor"(P. 24) Blowing fan Blows air to dry ink after printing. Preheater Preheats the media before printing to suppress rapid temperature change.
Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Carriage The carriage includes a print head for ejecting ink, and a jam sensor for stopping the carriage when media clogs. Printing occurs as ink is ejected while traversing left and right. Platen The platen features a large number of holes used to secure the media under vacuum pressure. This also features a cutting slot for cutting the media.
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.
Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Color Status Outline Illuminated One of the following errors has occurred: Printing is not possible. • INK END • The ink IC chip is not inserted. • Other ink errors Flashing Printing is not possible. •...
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product l Main power supply switch This is located on the right-hand side of the product. Main power supply switch Heater power switch • Do not turn off the main power supply. Turning off the main power supply will disable the automatic maintenance function (including nozzle clogging prevention function and ink discharge channel cleaning function).
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 Outline 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]...
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Display MENU mode <setting type number> Connected cable type LOCAL<SETUP 1> Head height Detected media width 1620mm PRINT POST Heater temperature (actual temperature/ 35°/40° 40°/40° setting) Ink status Orange: Heating to the set temperature Green: Reaches the set temperature TEST PRINT Function name assigned to [FUNCTION] key...
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product [FUNCTION] key This section describes the functions and roles assigned to the [FUNCTION] key. Icon Outline Displays the various menu screens. "Settings"(P. 71) 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.
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Displaying Machine Information (Local Guidance) Press the [ENTER] key on the 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% ...
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. •...
Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Press the [END/POWER] key to turn on power. • The firmware version appears on the display, and the initial operation is executed. LOCAL mode is then set and the machine is ready for use. [END/POWER] key Turn on the power for the connected PC.
USB Connection Precautions l When connecting more than one JV100-160 to a PC The JV100-160 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.
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product • The PC used to transfer print data must be located on the same network as this product. This product cannot be connected via a router. • Use a 1000BASE-T compatible computer or switching hub. Printing requires 1000BASE-T support. Switching hub l Checking the LAN connection Check the display on this product.
1.4 System Configuration Use RIP software to request to print data created using applications like Illustrator or Photoshop. Print data sent Print request Preparing the Driver Download the MIMAKI driver from our website. • https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html [JV100-160] > [Drivers/Utilities] Install the MIMAKI driver.
The explanation here applies to MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink). Launch “Profile Update”. (1) From the Start menu, select [Mimaki RasterLink7] > [Profile Update]. (2) Click [Next]. Select the JV100-160 being used.
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].
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Register JV100-160. (1) Click [Add]. (2) Set the specifics for JV100-160. • Model: Select the model. • Color: Select the ink set filled. • Output port: Select the cable connected. • Available Printers: Select JV100-160 connected.
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 pack 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 cartridge needs to be replaced, press the [ENTER] key on the LOCAL mode screen.
Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Replacing Ink • When replacing with a new 600 ml ink cartridge case, register the case weight. "Replacing with a New Ink Cartridge"(P. 82) l Replacing Ink Pack Remove the ink cartridge. • When disposing of this machine, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the product in accordance with the local laws and regulations.
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Remove the remaining claw while pushing down on the lid. Remove the old ink pack. Place a new ink pack inside the 600 ml ink cartridge case. • Push the ink pack connector into the 600 ml ink cartridge case slot with the double-sided tape attached side facing down.
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product Attach the lid. • Engage the claw on the ink IC chip side, and fit the lid in the case. • Be careful to avoid catching your hands or fingers. Attach a new ink IC chip. Good example Bad example No gap...
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product ★Ink Color☆ Marking Magenta (One red circle) Yellow (One yellow circle) Black (One black circle) Light cyan (Two blue circles) Light magenta (Two red circles) Light black (Two black circles) Orange (One orange circle) •...
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Chapter 1 Before Using This Product • Fully push in the eco-case. Otherwise, ink may not be fed properly.
Chapter 2 Printing This chapter This chapter describes printing procedures and setting methods. Print Process ...........46 Head Cleaning..........6 0 Adjusting Print Head Height ......49 Feed Correction..........6 1 Feed Correction Procedure......6 1 Loading the Media ...........51 Media ............51 Correcting the Drop Position ......
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.
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Chapter 2 Printing This machine can be used with roll media. "Loading the Media"(P. 51) Take-up unit Core Setting the Heater Temperature "Setting the Heater Temperature"(P. 57) Check the state of the print head nozzles. "Test Printing"(P. 58) Good example Bad example Deflection Nozzle clogging...
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Chapter 2 Printing "Correcting the Drop Position"(P. 63) Media feed direction The drop position correction value here will be “+4.0”. Printing RIP Data "Printing RIP Data"(P. 65) Cutting the Media "Cutting the Media"(P. 69)
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 • Be sure to correct the dot position after altering the print head height. "Correcting the Drop Position"(P.
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Chapter 2 Printing Retighten the carriage cover screws. • Do not touch the height adjustment lever. Once adjustment is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.
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 media.
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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...
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Chapter 2 Printing Lower the clamp lever. • Hold the media with the pinch rollers and grid rollers. 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. •...
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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.
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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. •...
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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)
Adjust the temperature setting to suit the type of media used. The temperature can be altered while printing is in progress, but this may cause color variations to occur. • The temperature setting in the RIP software takes precedence. If you are using the Mimaki RIP software (RasterLink), the recommended values are stored in the color profile.
Chapter 2 Printing 2.5 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. 60) Head 1 Head 1 Head 2 Head 2 Check beforehand •...
Chapter 2 Printing Printing Defects Typical examples of print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection) are as shown below. In order to prevent printing in such a state, check whether the ink has been properly ejected regularly before printing. Deflection Nozzle clogging Ink dropping Mist Mixing in air...
Chapter 2 Printing 2.6 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)
Chapter 2 Printing 2.7 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.
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Chapter 2 Printing • 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.
Chapter 2 Printing 2.8 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 •...
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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. 49) Enter the correction value in the same way for pattern 2 and subsequent patterns.
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 JV100-160 in “Printer name”.
Chapter 2 Printing Select the image data imported. • The image is displayed in the tab for JV100-160 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.
Starting Printing Send the RIP data from the PC. • "Preparing RIP Data"(P. 65) • 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.
Chapter 2 Printing Press [REMOTE]. • Printing resumes. • No other functions can be used when printing is paused. Stopping Printing (Data Clear) On the LOCAL mode screen, select [DATA CLEAR]. LOCAL width:1340mm ADJUST DATA CLEAR Press the [ENTER] key to clear the received data. •...
Chapter 2 Printing 2.10 Cutting the Media On the LOCAL mode screen, press • The Origin Setup screen appears. Press to feed the media to the position required for cutting. Select [CUT], then press the [ENTER] key. • The media is cut.
Chapter 3 Settings This chapter This chapter explains the various functions of [MENU]. Setup Menu .............72 Machine setup menu ........7 9 Changing the name of a setting type ..74 Registering and Correcting a 600 ml Ink Cartridge ............8 2 Maintenance menu ..........75 Event Email Function Settings .....
Chapter 3 Settings 3.1 Setup Menu Print conditions (settings 1 to 4) can be saved in advance for specific media. l Menu List The user can select to prioritize the settings on the machine or the settings on the PC. Setting individual menus to “HOST”...
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HOST/0.0 to Sets the time to stop the carriage each time the carriage 9.9 sec scans. • In the MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink), it is indicated as the “drying time after each scan”. PRINT END HOST/0 to Sets the stop time after printing. After the set time passes, the 120 min next data is printed.
Set when the external heater is used. For more information, refer to the operation manual for the small relay box. MAPS4 MAPS: Mimaki Advanced Pass System • This function disperses the boundaries between passes to make feed streaks between passes less visible.
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 Menu List Item Details Setting Station This moves the carriage to allow station and print head maintenance. Carriage Out Move To Cleans around the station, including the cap, wiper, and NCU.
Chapter 3 Settings Item Details Setting • Cleans the print head. This will help prevent nozzle clogging. Cleaning Type Normal/Soft/ Sets the cleaning type for head cleaning. Hard Waste ink tank Resets or corrects the waste ink tank usage count. "Waste Ink Tank Replacement"(P.
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Chapter 3 Settings Enter the “nozzle number” for nozzle recovery, then press the [ENTER] key. • Select the entry number before entering the nozzle number. • Nozzle recovery is set. Head2-D No.1 No.2 Nozzle number No.3 Entry number 1 to 10 No.4 No.5 <<...
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Chapter 3 Settings Judgement result Judgement result Judgement result Judgement result HEAD1-A HEAD1-B HEAD1-C HEAD1-D Head number - nozzle row Number of nozzles that cannot be recovered Press the [ENTER] key once entry is complete.
Chapter 3 Settings 3.3 Machine setup menu This is used to set various operations to ensure optimal machine performance. l Menu List Item Details Setting Auto Power-off None/5 min to Sets the time until the power is automatically turned off. 15 min to 600 Auto Power-on Sets the time to automatically turn on the power.
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Chapter 3 Settings Item Details Setting – When using media that cannot be detected using AUTO, set to "MANUAL". At Startup ON/OFF The medium is detected automatically when the clamp lever is lowered after the machine starts up. Set to “OFF” if auto detection is not required.
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Chapter 3 Settings Item Details Setting • This can be set when both [DHCP] and [AutoIP] are set to “OFF”. 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.
Chapter 3 Settings Item Details Setting Pass Word Sets the password used for authentication (not to exceed 15 alphanumeric characters or symbols). • This can be set when [Authentication] is not set to “OFF”. POP3 Sets the POP server. Address •...
Chapter 3 Settings Select [600cc cartridge] > [Case Weight], then press the [ENTER] key. Select the required ink slot, then press the [ENTER] key. • The selected slot is highlighted. Enter the measured weight of the 600 ml ink cartridge case, then press the [ENTER] key. •...
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• 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.
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Chapter 3 Settings Error code Likely cause Corrective action • Check the APOP settings. • Check the authentication method. 10013 No SMTP server could be • Check the SMTP server address. found. or the DNS server 10014 • Check if the network setup allows this machine to use could not be accessed.
Chapter 3 Settings 3.4 Nozzle check menu This is used to check if the nozzles are clogged before printing. 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 less than the set value...
Chapter 3 Settings 3.5 Information menu This is used to check machine information. l Menu List Item Details Usage Wiping Displays the wiping count. • To reset this count, press the [FUNC2] key while the count is displayed. Waste ink Displays the approximate level of waste ink in the waste ink tank as a percentage.
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 03 Wiper Replacement ........1 03 Maintenance Items and Timing .......91 Wiper Cleaner Replacement ......
Chapter 4 Maintenance 4.1 Maintenance Precautions • This machine includes parts that must be replaced periodically. We therefore recommend taking out a maintenance contract. We also recommend cleaning this machine and replacing consumable items to prevent quality defects and accidents. •...
Cleaning Stick for Head Surrounding SPC-0527 Swab 6-axis "S" A101438 BEMCOT M-3 A101437 KIMWIPE S-200 SPA-0207 Maintenance cloth SPC-0574 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.
Chapter 4 Maintenance 4.3 Maintenance Procedure Ink Maintenance If ink constituents are sedimented, the ink density may become uneven. We recommend shaking the Ink cartridge periodically to keep printing consistent. Solvent ink: once a month. Orange ink: once a week. l Orange Ink This machine counts the time elapsed after stirring the orange ink.
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Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the front cover. Remove the wiper. • Hold the lug at the rear of the wiper bracket, then pull out the wiper. Clean the wiper and bracket. • Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance liquid.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Reattach the wiper at the original position. • Do not remove the absorbent material in the absorbent material case. Doing so may result in leaking ink. Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Cap Rubber Cleaning The cap prevents the print head nozzle surface from drying out.
Chapter 4 Maintenance • If the cap slider is tilted, move the slider block to the left or right to correct the tilt. Close the front cover, then press the [ENTER] key. NCU Cleaning The NCU uses a sensor to monitor the ink droplets ejected from the print head nozzles. Continuing to use the dirty NCU may prevent the nozzle check function from operating correctly.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Carriage Underside Cleaning The underside of the carriage becomes coated with ink wiped off by the wiper. Continuing to use the dirty carriage underside will rub dried ink and attached dust on to the media, resulting in contaminated prints. The print head uses an extremely delicate mechanism.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Automatic Correction Sensor (DAS) Cleaning The DAS sensor is located on the carriage underside. If dust or debris accumulates on the sensor, an error may occur in the automatic correction function (Automatic correction of drop position). On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. •...
Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the front cover. • Check to confirm that the cap is filled with maintenance liquid. • If not, 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.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Clean the media sensor. Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Media Holder Cleaning • Turn off the main power and unplug the power cable before carrying out maintenance. • Do not allow liquids to get inside the product. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire.
Chapter 4 Maintenance • For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in dilute detergent and thoroughly wrung out. Cover (Exterior) Cleaning • Do not allow liquids to get inside the product. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire.
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Chapter 4 Maintenance • Close the front cover. The cap cannot be filled with maintenance liquid unless the front cover is closed. This is also true if the maintenance liquid cartridge is empty. Open the front cover. • Check to confirm that the cap is filled with maintenance liquid. •...
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Chapter 4 Maintenance • Do not turn off the main power supply. Turning off the main power supply will disable the automatic maintenance function (including nozzle clogging prevention function and ink discharge channel cleaning function). This will increase the risk of print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection).
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 this machine, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the product in accordance with the local laws and regulations.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Mount a new wiper. Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. • The wiper usage count is reset. Wiper Cleaner Replacement Replace with a new wiper cleaner once a year. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. •...
Chapter 4 Maintenance Mount a new wiper cleaner. • Slide backward to attach. Attach the fitting. • There is a risk of maintenance liquid leakage if not correctly mounted. Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Cap Replacement If print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection) remain unresolved even after cleaning, replace with a new cap.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Remove the cap. • Squeeze the lugs on either side of the cap and pull off. Apply maintenance liquid. • Use a syringe to apply two or three drops of maintenance liquid to the hole at the front. Mount a new cap.
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Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the front cover. Remove the cap absorber. • Push up the two tabs at the front to remove the cap absorber. Cap absorber • Avoid ink dripping when removing the cap absorber. Clean the carriage base. Cap base Mount a new cap absorber.
Chapter 4 Maintenance Close the front cover, then turn on the power. • Check to confirm that the carriage returns to the station. Blowing Fan Filter Replacement Replace the blowing fan filter if it is dirty. Remove the fan filter cover. •...
Chapter 4 Maintenance • Turn off the main power and unplug the power cable before replacing the pinch rollers. Open the front cover. Raise the clamp lever. Remove the O-ring retaining the pinch rollers. O-ring • The pinch rollers are small. Be careful to avoid dropping them into the product interior. Remove the pinch rollers.
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Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the maintenance covers. Remove the side screw, and detach the media holder stopper. Remove the media holder. Remove the sliders from the media holder. • Be careful to avoid misplacing the sliders. Mount the sliders on to the new media holder. •...
Chapter 4 Maintenance Mount the new media holder on to the platen. Secure the media holder stopper with the screw. Close the maintenance covers. Media Cutter Replacement Replace cutters when blades are chipped or blunt. • Avoid touching the cutter blade. Failure to do so may result in injury. •...
Chapter 4 Maintenance Replace the media cutter. (1) Unscrew the cutter screw. Screw (2) Remove the cutter. (3) Mount a new cutter. (4) Tighten the screw to clamp the cutter. Close the carriage cover hatch, then retighten the screw. Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. •...
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Chapter 4 Maintenance When “Check Waste Ink Tank” message appears The “Check Waste Ink Tank” message appears on the display. Check the waste ink levels in the waste ink tank. • If you note any discrepancies from actual levels, proceed to the next step. •...
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Chapter 4 Maintenance Hold the handle on the waste ink tank and slide out. Attach the cap to the removed waste ink tank, and use tape to prevent leakage of waste ink. • When disposing of this machine, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the product in accordance with the local laws and regulations.
Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems This chapter This chapter explains procedures for troubleshooting and addressing messages on the display. Troubleshooting..........116 The ink has leaked........1 19 The power does not turn on..... 116 Problems indicated by messages....1 20 Printing is not possible.
Are you using a LAN cable approved Check the LAN cable type. "Using a LAN Cable"(P. 32) by Mimaki? 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.
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).
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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 Print Head Nozzle Washing If printing defects (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection) remain unresolved even after head cleaning ( "Head Cleaning"(P.
Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems • If not, use a syringe to draw up some maintenance liquid and fill until it almost overflows from the cap. Close the front cover. Set the exposure time, then press the [ENTER] key. • Print nozzle washing starts. The elapsed time is displayed on the display. •...
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.
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Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Message Cause Corrective action • Clean the media sensor. "Media Sensor Cleaning"(P. 98) Please load media. • No media is loaded, or the • Load the media. "Loading the sensors are faulty. Media"(P. 51) No media detected •...
Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Ink error Message Cause Corrective action INK END • The ink has run out. • Replace with new ink. "When Ink End is Displayed"(P. 38) • If you use UISS, you may perform cleaning. INK NEAR END •...
Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Message Cause Corrective action Remove the lid on the ink cartridge and fold the ink pack. "Replacing Ink"(P. 39) INK LVL LOW (2nd time) • The ink remaining in the Remove the ink cartridge, and measure the weight.
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Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Error Message Cause Corrective action number HD THERMIS [1234] • A problem was detected • Turn off the power on the machine with print head and turn it on after a while. temperature control. "Turning Off the Power"(P. 31) HD CONNECT [1234] •...
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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 USB INIT ERR •...
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Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Error Message Cause Corrective action number CLAMP UP • The clamp lever is lifted. • Lower the clamp lever. MEDIA JAM • The media jam sensor Remove the media in contact with the carriage and reload with fresh media. was triggered.
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Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Error Message Cause Corrective action number Remove the lid on the ink cartridge and fold the ink pack. "Replacing Ink"(P. 39) INK LVL LOW (2nd • The ink remaining in the Remove the ink cartridge, and measure the weight.
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Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Error Message Cause Corrective action number Ink level 0 • The ink level is now 0 ml. • Replace with new ink. "Replacing Ink"(P. 39) NCU error • The function cannot be • Turn off the power on the machine executed due to an error.
Chapter 5 Dealing with Problems Error Message Cause Corrective action number BaseIO PCB Vpow-s • A problem was detected • Turn off the power on the machine with the Base IO PCB and turn it on after a while. BaseIO PCB V24 power supply.
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Chapter 6 Appendix This chapter This chapter explains the specifications of this machine. Specifications ..........132 Drying Fan Unit (OPT-J0351)......1 36 About the Relay Box........135 LICENSE Library ..........1 37...
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: 600 dpi, 900 dpi, 1,200 dpi Ink set 4-color C, M, Y, K (UISS functions on all)
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Chapter 6 Appendix Item Details UV unit 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) levels Continuous Not more than 65 dB...
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Chapter 6 Appendix Item Details 166 kg (205 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.
2. • The JV100-160 allows only one relay box (OPT-J0370 or OPT-J0407) to be connected. • The optional connection relay cable (OPT-J0512 drying fan connection kit) is required when using a relay box.
Chapter 6 Appendix 6.3 Drying Fan Unit (OPT-J0351) • The optional connection relay cable (OPT-J0512 drying fan connection kit) is required when using the drying fan unit. l Outline The drying fan unit switches the drying fan on and off automatically in conjunction with machine operation. •...
Chapter 6 Appendix 6.4 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/...
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Index Index Numerical 600cc cartridge ............................... 80 AC inlet ................................ 21 Adjust Waste Ink Volume .......................... 113 Auto Cleaning .............................. 73 Auto Correct ............................ 97, 121 Auto Correct .............................. 72 Auto Maint.............................. 75 Auto Nozzle Recovery ............................ 86 Auto Power-off.............................. 79 Auto Power-on.............................. 79 Auto Remote .............................. 82 Blowing fan ............................. 21, 108 Cancel ................................ 26 Cap .............................. 91, 94, 105...
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when rebooting machine light come on reading mimaki system.
When the Mimaki JV100-160 displays a "Mimaki system" message during reboot, it indicates that the printer is starting up and initializing its internal system. This message is part of the normal boot process.
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