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MIMAKI TS330-3200 DS 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/ D203845-10 Original instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1.3 Connecting a PC to the Product .......... 36 Using a LAN Cable ................ 36 Using a USB Cable................ 37 1.4 System Configuration .............  38 Installing the Mimaki Driver.............. 39 Installing RIP Software ...............  39 Obtaining Color Profiles.............. 39 Setting Up RIP Software.............. 39 1.5 Ink Replacement Method............
  • Page 3 Chapter 2 Printing 2.1 Print Process ................ 48 2.2 Selecting the Platens ..............  51 Holding the platens ................ 51 Selecting cloth media platens .............  52 Selecting paper media platens ............ 54 2.3 Attaching the Ink-Receiving Pan Spacers ...... 56 2.4 Adjusting Print Head Height............  58 2.5 Changing the Wiper ..............
  • Page 4 Chapter 4 Maintenance 4.1 Maintenance Precautions .............  116 4.2 Maintenance Methods ............ 117 Maintenance Items and Timing............ 117 Ink Maintenance ................ 118 Cap Rubber Cleaning ...............  118 Carriage Underside Cleaning ............ 119 Wiper Cleaning .................  120 Flushing Unit Cleaning.............. 122 DAS (Automatic Correction Function) Sensor Cleaning ....
  • Page 5 Chapter 6 Appendix 6.1 Specifications................  172 6.2 Options .................  175...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Adobe, the Adobe logo, Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop, and PostScript are the trademarks or registered trademarks of Adobe Incorporated in the United States and other countries. RasterLink and TxLink are trademarks or registered trademarks of Mimaki Engineering Co. Ltd. in Japan and other countries.
  • Page 7 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 the machine. Use of other cables may cause the product to exceed the restrictions stipulated by FCC regulations.

  • Page 8: To Ensure Safe Use

    To Ensure Safe Use To Ensure Safe Use Symbol Marks This document uses symbol marks to explain precautions when operating the machine. Make sure you fully understand the meaning of each mark to ensure safe and correct use of the machine. Explanation Warning Indicates a potential hazard that may result in death or serious injury...

  • Page 9: Usage Precautions

    To Ensure 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 turn off the breaker. Continuing to use the machine under these conditions may result in failure, electric shock, or fire.

  • Page 10: Power Supply Precautions

    To Ensure Safe Use l Power supply precautions • Do not damage or modify the power cable. Do not place heavy objects on, heat or stretch it. Doing so may damage the cable, leading to electric shock or fire. • Do not use the power cable if it is damaged or broken or if the core wire is exposed. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire.

  • Page 11: Disposing Of The Product

    To Ensure 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.
  • Page 12 To Ensure Safe Use • Please contact your local retailer or service agent. • When disposing of the product yourself, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the product in accordance with local laws and regulations.

  • Page 13: Notes On Handling Ink Or Any Other Liquid Used With The Machine

    Thoroughly read them and make sure you understand the contents. • 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 the machine.

  • Page 14: Ink Specifications

    IC chip read error. • Printing is disabled if a different ink IC chip is used. Ink Specifications Item TS330-3200DS Type Special sublimation transfer ink Sb411,Special sublimation dye ink Sb420(Mimaki Engineering product) Color Blue (BL) Magenta (M) Yellow (Y)

  • Page 15: Installation Precautions

    Installation Precautions Installation Precautions • Do not install the machine in a place close to fire. • Do not place flower vases, pots, cups, containers containing cosmetics, chemicals or water, or small metal items on or close to the machine. If they enter the machine, there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire.

  • Page 16: Installation Space

    Installation Precautions Installation Space Provide the following space around the machine to allow safe and proper replacement of ink and media: l TS330-3200DS Size TS330-3200DS At least 6,500 mm (5,410 mm) Width At least 3,100 mm (1,075 mm) Depth (1,650 mm) Height Weight Main unit: 925 kg, external supply unit: 43 kg...

  • Page 17: Safety Interlocks

    Safety Interlocks Safety Interlocks The machine is equipped with interlocks to ensure safety during use. Printing will abort if you open the covers while printing is underway. The RIP data will need to be resent. • Safety interlock locations...

  • Page 18: Warning Label

    Warning Label Warning Label 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.
  • Page 19 Warning Label Order code Label Details M912523 Indicates dangerous moving parts. M912522 Indicates dangerous moving parts. M903330 Wear safety glasses and gloves while working. M903239 Indicates hot parts. M910931 Beware of opening and closing parts. Injury may result if hands become trapped.
  • Page 20 Warning Label...

  • Page 21: Chapter 1 Before Use

    Using a USB Cable ........3 7 Flushing unit..........26 System Configuration ........3 8 Platen ............27 Installing the Mimaki Driver ......3 9 Platen holder ..........27 Installing RIP Software......... 3 9 Pinch Rollers and Grit Rollers ....27 Obtaining Color Profiles .......

  • Page 22: Part Names And Functions

    Chapter 1 Before Use 1.1 Part Names and Functions Front Name Overview Platen Print area. "Platen"(P. 27) Pinch roller The pinch rollers and grit rollers are used to grip and feed the media. "Pinch Rollers and Grit Rollers"(P. 27) Grit roller Mist exhaust unit Mist generated during printing is discharged from the exhaust unit to an exhaust system or other equipment.
  • Page 23 Chapter 1 Before Use Name Overview 15 Front cover Open the cover for loading the media, performing maintenance on the area around the platen, and for replacing consumable items. Printing and automatic maintenance are not possible while the covers are open. 16 Platen holder Used to store the platen detached when printing on cloth media.

  • Page 24: Rear And Right Side View

    Chapter 1 Before Use Rear and Right Side View Name Overview Clamp lever Linked to the clamp lever at the front. Media Sensor Detects whether media is present. "Media Sensor"(P. 28) Exhaust fan BOX Discharges air for holding down the media. Feeding unit Compatible with 3-inch paper cores.

  • Page 25: Ink Supply Unit

    Chapter 1 Before Use Ink Supply Unit Name Overview Ink Eco-case The ink eco-cases are mounted here. P. 42 Ink lever Push down the lever to remove the ink eco-cases. P. 42 Ink IC chip slot For inserting the ink IC chips provided with the ink. P.

  • Page 26: Carriage

    Chapter 1 Before Use 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. Station The station includes a cap for preventing the print head nozzle surface from drying out, and a wiper required for print head maintenance.

  • Page 27: Platen

    Chapter 1 Before Use Platen Print area. The platen secures the media under vacuum pressure. The platen is used when printing on paper media. The platen is removed when printing on cloth media. (The platen is removable.) Platen Platen holder When printing on cloth media, the platen is removed and stored in the platen holder.

  • Page 28: Media Sensor

    Chapter 1 Before Use Media Sensor The media sensor detects the presence/absence of media. The sensor must be covered by the media to detect the media width. Two sensors are located on top of the pre-cover (at the rear). Media Sensor...

  • Page 29: Power Supply Switch

    Chapter 1 Before Use Power Supply Switch l Main power switch This is located on the right-hand side at the front of the machine. Main power switch USB connector LAN connector • 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).

  • Page 30: Operating Panel

    Chapter 1 Before Use Operating Panel This is used to control the product and make/change settings. xxxx TEST PRINT MENU REMOTE CLEANING Name Overview Display "Display"(P. 31) [SEL] key Selects the function for the corresponding [FUNCTION] key. [FUNCTION] key Used for test printing, head cleaning, and editing settings. "[FUNCTION] key"(P.

  • Page 31: Heater Temperature

    Chapter 1 Before Use Name Overview Illumina A system error (SYSTEM HALT) has occurred. Contact our service office. "SYSTEM HALT"(P. 170) Display SETUP 1 MENU mode <setting type number> Connected cable type Head height Detected media width 1620mm PRINT POST Heater temperature (actual 35°/40°...
  • Page 32 Chapter 1 Before Use [FUNCTION] key This section describes the functions and roles assigned to the [FUNCTION] key. Icon Overview Displays the various menu screens. "Setup"(P. 101) Displays maintenance functions such as test printing and cleaning. Switches from LOCAL mode to REMOTE mode. Displays adjustment functions such as feed adjustment and drop position adjustment.

  • Page 33: Connecting The Power

    Chapter 1 Before Use 1.2 Connecting the Power The machine must not be installed by the customer. Ask a licensed electrician. • Always connect the machine to a switchboard with grounded polarity. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire. All electrical work (Class C grounding work; formerly Type 3 grounding work) must be handled by a licensed electrician.

  • Page 34: Turning On The Power

    Chapter 1 Before Use Turning On the Power Check to confirm that the main power supply is turned on. • If the main power supply switch is not turned on, set to "I". Main power switch Press the [END/POWER] key to turn on power. •...

  • Page 35: Turning Off The Power

    Chapter 1 Before Use Turning Off the Power • Check the following when turning off power: (1) The front cover and maintenance covers are closed. • Leaving any of the covers open will disable the automatic maintenance function (including nozzle clogging prevention function and waste ink draining channel cleaning function). (2) The carriage has returned to the capping station.

  • Page 36: Connecting A Pc To The Product

    Chapter 1 Before Use 1.3 Connecting a PC to the Product Connect the machine to the RIP PC. The following cables can be used: "Using a LAN Cable"(P. 36) (Recommended) "Using a USB Cable"(P. 37) When using the USB cable •...

  • Page 37: Using A Usb Cable

    Chapter 1 Before Use Using a USB Cable Connect a PC to this product using a USB interface cable. • Do not unplug the cable while data is being transferred. • Use RIP software that supports the USB interface. • If the computer has no USB port, contact your local dealer or our service office. When using the USB cable •...

  • Page 38: System Configuration

    Chapter 1 Before Use 1.4 System Configuration Use RIP software to request to print data created using applications like Illustrator or Photoshop. [Ethernet connection] RIP-PC Receiving Print Data Generating RIP Data [Local network] Preparing RIP Data Print request...

  • Page 39: Installing The Mimaki Driver

    Internet. For more information, refer to "Installing Profiles" in the RasterLink Series installation guide. https://mimaki.com/download/software.html [RasterLink Series used] > [Manuals] • Color profiles for Mimaki RIP software (RasterLink) are available on the Mimaki website. https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html [TS330-3200DS] > [Profile] Setting Up RIP Software The explanation here applies to MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink).
  • Page 40 • Available Printers: Select TS330-3200DS connected. • Printer: Enter a name as required. (3) Click [OK]. • A confirmation screen appears. (4) Click [Yes]. • Printer registration starts. • For more information, refer to the RasterLink installation guide. https://mimaki.com/download/ software.html...

  • Page 41: Ink Replacement Method

    Chapter 1 Before Use 1.5 Ink Replacement Method When Ink Near End is Displayed Ink levels are low. We recommend replacing with new ink as soon as possible, because the ink packs are nearly empty. Printing is still possible but continuous printing is not, and some maintenance functions such as cleaning are disabled.

  • Page 42: Replacing Ink

    Chapter 1 Before Use Replacing Ink Ink replacement procedure l Removing Ink Eco-cases Push down the lever on the pedestal, and remove the ink Eco-case. Open the ink eco-case, then remove the ink pack. Remove the ink IC chip.
  • Page 43 Chapter 1 Before Use Wipe off any ink adhering to the ink eco-case opening. • Check to confirm no foreign matter such as dust or paper towel matter is adhered to the opening. If foreign matter is present, this may block the ink path and lead to leakage. •...
  • Page 44 Chapter 1 Before Use Shake the ink pack to the left and right slowly at least 20 times. • Shake the bottle slowly from left to right to ensure that the ink moves inside, holding the ink pack opening with a paper towel. Repeat •...
  • Page 45 Chapter 1 Before Use l Mounting the ink The order of the ink eco-cases to be set varies depending on the ink set you are currently using. Check the ink slot numbers, then insert the correct color ink eco-cases. Ink set Ink positions 4-color (Sb420) 4-color (Sb411)
  • Page 46 Chapter 1 Before Use • Ink IC chips: The marking on the ink IC chip indicates the color information. Marking location Ink Color Marking Magenta (One red circle) Yellow (One yellow circle) Black (One black circle) Blue (One blue circle/one red circle) •...

  • Page 47: Chapter 2 Printing

    Chapter 2 Printing This chapter This chapter describes printing procedures and settings. Print Process ...........48 Setting the Heater Temperature....... 8 8 Selecting the Platens........51 Test Printing ............. 8 9 Holding the platens ........51 Changing the Layout Direction for Test Selecting cloth media platens ....

  • Page 48: Print Process

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.1 Print Process Select the platens. "Selecting the Platens"(P. 51) Attach the ink-receiving pan spacers. "Attaching the Ink-Receiving Pan Spacers"(P. 56) • This is performed when printing on cloth media. Turn on the power. "Turning On the Power"(P. 34) [END/POWER] key Connect a RIP PC to the machine.
  • Page 49 Chapter 2 Printing Adjust the height adjustment lever to suit the media. "Adjusting Print Head Height"(P. 58) Height adjustment lever High Change the wiper. Change the wiper to suit the print head height. "Changing the Wiper"(P. 59) Prepare the tension roller. "Preparing the Tension Roller"(P.
  • Page 50 Chapter 2 Printing Clean the head to clear malfunctioning nozzles. There are three different head cleaning methods. Choose the head cleaning method based on test print results. "Head Cleaning"(P. 91) Adjust the media feed amount. "Feed Correction"(P. 92) Second band Good example Bad example First band...

  • Page 51: Selecting The Platens

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.2 Selecting the Platens The TS330-3200DS supports printing on both cloth media and paper media (decalcomania paper). Select the specific platens to suit the media being used. • Be sure to turn off the main power before switching the platens. •...

  • Page 52: Selecting Cloth Media Platens

    Chapter 2 Printing Selecting cloth media platens If the removable platens are attached, switch to the platens for use with cloth media as follows: l Procedure Open the front cover. Lift up the removable platens. • The removable platens are firmly secured with magnets. Lift up as follows: (1) Insert the two platen removal jigs provided between the main unit and removable platens.
  • Page 53 Chapter 2 Printing After removing, store the removable platens in the platen holder underneath. "Platen holder"(P. 27) "Holding the platens"(P. 51) • Do not leave the platen on the platen holder with the media holder in place. Be sure to remove the media holder.

  • Page 54: Selecting Paper Media Platens

    Chapter 2 Printing Selecting paper media platens l Procedure Open the front cover. Remove the left and right cloth holders (one on each side). • Move toward the maintenance space to remove them. • Remove the ink-receiving pan spacer, if fitted. •...
  • Page 55 Chapter 2 Printing • Do not slide the media holder by holding the part protruding from the platen. The media holder may deform. Push the removable platens L and R up against the rear platen, aligning the edges with the central groove, and securely engage the reference pins in the center into the holes in the ink guard F or platen frame.

  • Page 56: Attaching The Ink-Receiving Pan Spacers

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.3 Attaching the Ink-Receiving Pan Spacers • This is performed when printing on cloth media. • Be sure to attach the ink-receiving pan spacers to prevent the media from being made dirty by the ink mist when printing. l Information about the ink-receiving pan spacers Two types of spacers are provided with differing widths.
  • Page 57 Chapter 2 Printing Guidelines for attaching the ink-receiving pan spacers • Select so that the width of the ink-receiving pan spacers is not narrower than the width of the image being printed. • Adjust the number of spacers to ensure a margin of at least 10 mm from both the left and right edges of the image.

  • Page 58: Adjusting Print Head Height

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.4 Adjusting Print Head Height Adjust the height of the print head according to the thickness of the media you are using. Range Gap between print head and platen Low (recommended) 3.0 mm (default setting) Middle 3.5 mm High 4.0 mm •...

  • Page 59: Changing The Wiper

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.5 Changing the Wiper Change the wiper to suit the print head height. Using the incorrect wiper increases the risk of ejection failures (such as nozzle clogging or deflection) and color mixing. Range Wiper type Low (recommended) Wiper kit (SPC-0843/Rubber color: Blue) Middle High...
  • Page 60 Chapter 2 Printing Mount a new wiper. Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 61: Preparing The Tension Roller

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.6 Preparing the Tension Roller • This is performed when printing on cloth media. Adjusting the torque limiter The tension roller is fitted with a torque limiter. Turn the torque limiter adjustment nut to adjust the force with which the roller turns.

  • Page 62: Attaching The Cloth-Wound Roller

    Chapter 2 Printing Attaching the cloth-wound roller When printing on to coarse cloth, ink remaining on the back of the cloth may adhere to the tension roller and dirty the cloth media. Attaching the cloth-wound roller helps to prevent the cloth media from becoming dirty by removing any ink adhering to the tension roller.
  • Page 63 Chapter 2 Printing Wind cloth around the cloth-wound roller. (1) Align the cloth with the roller. Cloth-wound roller (2) Secure the cloth to the roller with adhesive tape. Tape (3) Wind the cloth around the roller, then secure with adhesive tape.
  • Page 64 Chapter 2 Printing Attach the cloth-wound roller with the cloth wound on it. • Mount the cloth-wound roller in the groove below the tension roller. • Adjust the positions of the bearings at both ends of the cloth-wound roller. Loosen the screws on the bearing, then adjust so that the cloth-wound roller makes contact with the tension roller.

  • Page 65: Preparing The Take-Up/Feed Tension Bars

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.7 Preparing the Take-Up/Feed Tension Bars Counterweights should be attached depending on the characteristics of the media. Up to three sets of counterweights can be attached to the left and right sides of the tension bar respectively. •...

  • Page 66: Loading The Media

    Media l Media handling precautions • Use Mimaki-approved media to ensure consistent high-quality printing. • Assign at least two persons to load roll media. (Assign up to six persons to this task depending on the media weight.) •...

  • Page 67: Take-Up Unit

    Chapter 2 Printing Take-up unit Use the switch on the take-up unit to change the media take-up direction. Manual switch Direction selector switch Name Overview Direction Forward To take up media with printed surface on the outside selector switch Does not operate Backward To take up media with printed surface on the inside Manual switch...
  • Page 68 Chapter 2 Printing Removing the roll media after printing l Procedure Release the lock on the take-up tension bar, then lower the tension bar. Tension bar Lock • Support the tension bar with your hand to keep it from dropping suddenly when the lock is released.
  • Page 69 Chapter 2 Printing Remove the media. Remove the roll holders, then remove the paper core. (1) Unlock the clamping lever. (2) Pull of the roll holder. Clamping lever Roll holder...

  • Page 70: Feeding Unit

    Chapter 2 Printing Feeding unit The switches on the feeding unit can be used to change the media feed direction. Manual switch Direction selector switch Name Overview Direction Forward To feed the media with the printed surface on the outside selector switch Does not operate Backward...

  • Page 71: Loading The Roll Media

    Chapter 2 Printing Loading the Roll Media Load the media on to the feeding unit Insert the media mounting shaft inside the media. Mount the two (left and right) roll holders. (1) Insert the two (left and right) roll holders into the paper core, then lock in place with the clamping levers.
  • Page 72 Chapter 2 Printing Open the AMF covers. AMF cover Mount the media mounting shafts with the media mounted on the feeding unit, then close the AMF covers.
  • Page 73 Chapter 2 Printing Loading Media on to the Printer Main Unit Raise the clamp lever. Select [Feeding&Take-up] for the tension bars used, then press the [ENTER] key. Tension Bar Use Selection ● Feeding&Take-up ○ Feeding Only ○ Take-up Only ○ OFF Raise the feed tension bar to its highest position.
  • Page 74 Chapter 2 Printing Feed the media from the feeding unit through to the printer main unit. Media Loading Check Load media to take-up unit. COMPLETE [ENT] ↑/↓ Media Feed • Insert the media through the return shaft and feed tension bar, then between the pinch rollers and the grit rollers.
  • Page 75 Chapter 2 Printing • Be careful when loading the media. Some types of media may catch on the pinch rollers. Pinch roller Grit roller • If the media catches easily even when loading with care, try the following: (1) Cut the media diagonally. (2) Feed the media into the grit rollers from the pointed end (circled in blue).
  • Page 76 Chapter 2 Printing Lower the clamp lever. • Hold the media with the pinch roller and grit 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. •...
  • Page 77 Chapter 2 Printing • Support the tension bar with your hand to keep it from dropping suddenly when the lock is released. Lower slowly. Sudden drops may damage the parts. Once the media has been loaded into the feed unit, press the [ENTER] key. •...
  • Page 78 Chapter 2 Printing Feed the media from the printer main unit through to the take-up unit. • For cloth media: Pass the media over the tension roller and tension bar, then secure to the take-up unit. [Printing face on outside] [Printing face on inside] Tension roller Take-up unit...
  • Page 79 Chapter 2 Printing Secure the middle of the media to the paper core with adhesive tape, then secure the left and right sides of the media. • Pull the lower edge of the media evenly on both the left and right sides, check to confirm that it is free of sagging and creasing, then affix the tape.
  • Page 80 Chapter 2 Printing Check to confirm that there is no difference in media tension on the left and right for both the feed and take-up sides. • If the tension differs between left and right, reload the media. [Cloth media] Check tension difference Check tension difference [Paper media]...
  • Page 81 Chapter 2 Printing • Do not use the media holders when printing on thicker paper media. • When printing on cloth media, adjust the height of the stainless steel plates to suit the cloth thickness. 1 Remove the cloth holders 2 Loosen the knob screws to adjust the height.
  • Page 82 Chapter 2 Printing • Before cutting the media, either move the tension bar to the standby position and lock in place there or lower the tension bar to its lowest position using the operating panel (with the media untensioned), then cut the media manually using a craft knife or similar tool. •...

  • Page 83: Setting Leaf Media

    Chapter 2 Printing Setting Leaf Media Leaf media such as decalcomania paper can be loaded only with the removable platens fitted into place. • Do not load leaf media when using cloth media (with the removable platens not fitted). Raise the clamp lever. Open the front cover.
  • Page 84 Chapter 2 Printing Secure the media in the media holder. Media holder • Do not use the media holders when printing on thicker paper media. Lower the clamp lever. Close the front cover. Press the [ENTER] key. Press the key, then select [Leaf]. Set Logical Seek.
  • Page 85 Chapter 2 Printing • Media width may not be detected correctly for certain colors or types of media. When media width cannot be detected correctly, set the media width detection method to "MANUAL". • If the media width detection method is set to "MANUAL", set the media width manually ([MENU] >...

  • Page 86: Registering The Media

    Chapter 2 Printing Registering the Media When the clamp lever is lowered with media being loaded, the Select Use Media screen is displayed. Registration is required to use media that is not registered on the machine. Select [Unregistered]. Media selection ●...
  • Page 87 Chapter 2 Printing Select whether or not to register the set information. do you optimize setting? Execute Do not execute • You can change the settings later. "Media Setting Menu"(P. 102) l Media optimization settings Optimizing the settings sets the various items as follows, depending on media type: Settings Default Decalcoman...

  • Page 88: Setting The Heater Temperature

    • Adjust the heater temperature to suit the media type and characteristics. Depending on the type, the media may expand or shrink or become rippled. • 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.

  • Page 89: Test Printing

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.10 Test Printing Print a test pattern to confirm that the ink prints correctly. Perform head cleaning if you observe any ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection). "Head Cleaning"(P. 91) [For Sb411 ink] Head 1 Head 1 Head 2 Head 2 [For Sb420 ink]...

  • Page 90: Ejection Failures

    Chapter 2 Printing Check the print results. Ejection Failures Typical examples of ejection failures (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. Nozzle Deflection Nozzle clogging Ink drips...

  • Page 91: Head Cleaning

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.11 Head Cleaning The following head cleaning methods are available. Choose the method based on test results. Cleaning is not possible when the [Ink Near End] or [Ink End] errors are displayed. Replace with new ink. "Replacing Ink"(P.

  • Page 92: Feed Correction

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.12 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 93 Chapter 2 Printing Press the [ENTER] key. • Print another correction pattern to check. Correcting the Media Feed During Printing You can also correct the media feed amount in REMOTE mode or during printing. Press [ADJUST] in REMOTE mode or during printing. Enter the correction value, then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 94: Correcting The Drop Position

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.13 Correcting the Drop Position Changing the media and print head height and temperature changes around the print head 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.
  • Page 95 Chapter 2 Printing Enter the correction value, then press the [ENTER] key. • Correction value: -40 to 40 • 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.

  • Page 96: Preparing Rip Data

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.14 Preparing RIP data The explanation here applies to MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink). • Prepare suitable image data for printing. Launch RasterLink. • Click the icon on the PC desktop. Select the image data to print. (1) Select [File] > [Open].
  • Page 97 (General Print): Specifies settings like enlargement/reduction and rotation. (Quality): Selects a color profile for the media and ink set loaded in this machine. • For more information, refer to the RasterLink reference guide. https://mimaki.com/ download/software.html Print image data. •...

  • Page 98: Printing

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.15 Printing Check beforehand • Have the platens been switched to suit the media to be used? "Selecting the Platens"(P. 51) • Was the print head adjusted? "Adjusting Print Head Height"(P. 58) • Is media loaded? "Loading the Media"(P. 66) •...

  • Page 99: Starting Printing

    Starting Printing Send the RIP data from the PC. • "Preparing RIP data"(P. 96) • If the message "Attention20A Driver version" appears, install the latest Mimaki driver. https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html Start printing. • Printing starts once RIP data is received. [Number of passes]...

  • Page 100: Stopping Printing (Data Clear)

    Chapter 2 Printing 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. • The receive buffer is cleared.

  • Page 101: Chapter 3 Setup

    Chapter 3 Setup This chapter This chapter describes the [MENU] functions. Media Setting Menu ........102 Function Setting Menu ........1 09 Maintenance Menu ........105 Environment Setting Menu ......1 11 Registering Nozzle Recovery....107 Machine Status Menu........1 13...

  • Page 102: Media Setting Menu

    When "All" is selected, correction patterns will be printed for all resolutions, and the drop position is corrected automatically. * The available resolutions vary according to the model. MAPS: Mimaki Advanced Pass System MAPS This function disperses the boundaries between passes to make feed streaks between passes less visible.
  • Page 103 Chapter 3 Setup Item Setting Details AUTO/ This should normally be set to "AUTO". When set to MAPS MANUAL "MANUAL", the following items are displayed: Speed 50 to 100 % Reducing speed will make streaks less visible. However, printing will be slower. Smoothing 0 to 100 % Increasing smoothing makes streaks less visible.
  • Page 104 Chapter 3 Setup Item Setting Details Continuous ON/OFF • ON: The media is constantly held down under vacuum. Running • OFF: The media is held down by vacuum only when required, such as during printing and feeding. Feed Speed Host/10 to 100 Sets the media feed speed.

  • Page 105: Maintenance Menu

    Chapter 3 Setup 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 Maint. This moves the carriage to allow station and print head maintenance.
  • Page 106 Chapter 3 Setup Item Details Setting • If the warning message "Replace Wasteinktank" appears, the automatic maintenance function is disabled. "Waste Ink Tank Replacement"(P. 154) Refresh 0.5/1.0 h Sets the refresh interval (when a small amount of ink is ejected from the print head nozzles).

  • Page 107: Registering Nozzle Recovery

    Chapter 3 Setup Registering Nozzle Recovery Allows other nozzles to be used for printing if maintenance actions like nozzle washing fail to resolve ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection). • Nozzle recovery can be specified for up to 20 nozzles per row. The time taken for printing remains unchanged even when nozzle recovery is set.
  • Page 108 Chapter 3 Setup Press the [ENTER] key once entry is complete. • Select [Maintenance] > [Nozzle Recovery] > [Test Print], then select "ON" to perform nozzle recovery and test printing. "Test Printing"(P. 89)

  • Page 109: Function Setting Menu

    Sets the stop time after printing. The next data is printed once the set time has elapsed. • The Mimaki RIP software (RasterLink) does not allow the user to specify Print End. If the machine is set to "HOST", the time will be "0".
  • Page 110 Margin/Left Host/-10 to 85 • The Mimaki RIP software (RasterLink) does not allow the Margin/Right 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 111: Environment Setting Menu

    • This can be set when both [DHCP] and [AutoIP] are disabled. Remote Control An application (MRA: Mimaki Remote Access) is required to use the remote control function. MRA is a remote access tool installed on a computer or smartphone that allows viewing of product information and panel operation from a remote location away from the machine (within the same network segment).
  • Page 112 Chapter 3 Setup Item Details Setting PIN code 0000 to 9999 Enter the same PIN code as MRA. The PIN code is used for authentication between the machine and MRA. • When the machine is set to "0000", MRA can access the machine with any PIN code.

  • Page 113: Machine Status Menu

    Chapter 3 Setup 3.5 Machine Status Menu This is used to check machine information. l Menu List Item Details Usage WIPING The number of wiping cycles is displayed. • To reset the number of wiping cycles, press the [FUNC2] key while the level is displayed.
  • Page 114 Chapter 3 Setup...

  • Page 115: Chapter 4 Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance This chapter To ensure years of precise performance, maintain the machine periodically based on frequency of use. Read the maintenance precautions thoroughly before maintaining this product. Maintenance Precautions ......116 Replacement of Consumable Item ....1 33 Consumable Item Replacement Timing..1 33 Maintenance Methods ........117 Wiper Replacement ........

  • Page 116: 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. Carry out maintenance periodically and replace consumable items to prevent quality defects and accidents. • Clean periodically. Debris and dust will accumulate on electrical components when the machine is used for extended periods.

  • Page 117: Maintenance Methods

    Items Required for Maintenance 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). • Do not store consumable items in locations where children may enter.

  • Page 118: Ink Maintenance

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Ink Maintenance If ink constituents are sedimented, the ink density may become uneven. We recommend shaking the ink periodically to keep printing consistent. Once every three days. • Shake taking care that the ink eco-cases do not become detached from the ink supply unit. Ink may leak out if the ink eco-cases become detached.

  • Page 119: Carriage Underside Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Clean the cap rubber. • Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains. • Clean the areas indicated in red in the diagram (the entire interior and exterior of the cap rubber, the tabs, and the mesh retainers).

  • Page 120: Wiper Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Clean around the print head. • Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains. Clean the print head sides and all around the nozzle plate using a cleaning stick. Never touch the nozzles! Clean using a cleaning stick or soft cloth.
  • Page 121 Chapter 4 Maintenance 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.

  • Page 122: Flushing Unit Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Flushing Unit Cleaning Continuing to use the dirty carriage underside will rub dried ink and attached dust on to the media, resulting in contaminated prints. Slowly pour 100 cm of water or maintenance liquid over both the left and right flushing units.

  • Page 123: Ink-Receiving Pan Spacer Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Clean the DAS sensor. • Wipe clean using cotton swabs or a soft cloth. • For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in diluted neutral detergent and thoroughly wrung out. Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Ink-Receiving Pan Spacer Cleaning Remove the spacers and wash them to remove any ink adhering to the ink-receiving pan spacers, for example when replacing the media.

  • Page 124: Ink Slope Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Ink Slope Cleaning • Take care not to allow liquids to get inside the machine. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire. • Do not pour water directly over the ink slope. • For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in diluted neutral detergent and thoroughly wrung out.

  • Page 125: Media Sensor Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the maintenance cover on the right side. (1) Remove the two screws at the bottom of the right maintenance cover. (2) Hold the bottom edge of the maintenance cover, then pull out and forward to remove. Right maintenance cover Screw •...

  • Page 126: Media Holder And Cloth Holder Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Select [Station Maint.] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Maint. Space], then press the [ENTER] key. • The carriage moves to the maintenance space. Open the maintenance cover on the left side. (1) Remove the three screws at the bottom of the maintenance cover. (2) Hold the bottom edge of the maintenance cover, then push on the area circled in blue and pull out and forward to remove.

  • Page 127: Jam Sensor Detecting Plate Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Jam Sensor Detecting Plate Cleaning Continuing to use the dirty carriage underside will rub dried ink and attached dust on to the media, resulting in contaminated prints. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. •...

  • Page 128: Platen And Platen Wire Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Platen and Platen Wire Cleaning 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 ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection).

  • Page 129: Tension Roller Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance • Do not use organic solvents such as acetone and IPA. Doing so may damage the machine. l For grit rollers Open the front cover. Raise the clamp lever. Remove any dirt from the grit rollers by gently brushing several times with a plastic brush. •...

  • Page 130: Cover (Exterior) Cleaning

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Cover (Exterior) Cleaning • Be careful to prevent liquids from getting inside the machine. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire. • For heavy soiling, wipe using a soft cloth soaked in diluted neutral detergent and thoroughly wrung out.
  • Page 131 Chapter 4 Maintenance • Clean the flushing unit. "Flushing Unit Cleaning"(P. 122) On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Maintenance menu is displayed. Select [Station Maint.] > [Custody Wash], then press the [ENTER] key. •...
  • Page 132 Chapter 4 Maintenance Set the exposure time, then press the [ENTER] key. • Cleaning is performed automatically once print nozzle washing has ended. • The cap is filled with maintenance liquid. Open the maintenance cover on the right side. • Check to confirm that there is approximately half a capful of maintenance liquid inside. •...

  • Page 133: Replacement Of Consumable Item

    4.3 Replacement of Consumable Item 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). • Do not store consumable items in locations where children may enter.

  • Page 134: Wiper Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Wiper Replacement The machine maintains a count of the number of wiping cycles. The "Replace Wiper" message appears when a preset count is reached. Replace dirty or warped wipers with new ones. The wiper used will vary depending on the print head height. Range Wiper type Low (recommended)

  • Page 135: Wiper Cleaner Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Clean the wiper slider. • Wipe off any ink and dust adhering using a cleaning stick moistened with maintenance liquid. Wipe off the maintenance liquid. Make sure none remains. Mount a new wiper. Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. •...
  • Page 136 Chapter 4 Maintenance Open the maintenance cover on the right side. (1) Remove the two screws at the bottom of the right maintenance cover. (2) Hold the bottom edge of the maintenance cover, then pull out and forward to remove. Right maintenance cover Screw Remove the fitting.

  • Page 137: Cap Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Reattach the fitting. • Improper attachment may result in leaking maintenance solution. Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Cap Replacement If ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection) remain unresolved even after cleaning, replace with a new cap.
  • Page 138 Chapter 4 Maintenance Remove the cap. • Squeeze the lugs on either side of the cap and pull off. Rinse the cap with the mesh side facing downward in a container filled with maintenance liquid. Remove, then wipe clean the resin part thoroughly. Apply maintenance liquid.

  • Page 139: Replacing The Absorber Around The Station

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Replacing the Absorber Around the Station If the cap absorber or maintenance liquid absorber is very dirty or if ink drips on to the media, replace with a new cap absorber.
  • Page 140 Chapter 4 Maintenance Remove the cap absorbers from the cap cover. Cap absorber • Avoid ink dripping when removing the cap absorbers. Mount new cap absorbers in the cap cover. • Push firmly on to the protrusion. Clean the cap base. Mount the cap cover.
  • Page 141 Chapter 4 Maintenance Remove the maintenance liquid absorber. Wipe away any maintenance liquid from around the slider block. Mount a new maintenance liquid absorber. • Push firmly on to the protrusion. Check to confirm that the absorber is not lifting or curved. Once replacement is complete, manually push the wiper back to the rear.

  • Page 142: Exhaust Fan Filter Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Exhaust Fan Filter Replacement Check the exhaust fan filter condition. Replace if very dirty. Remove the exhaust fan box. • Push the tabs at the front to remove the exhaust fan box. • Replace the very dirty exhaust fan box with new one. Mount a new exhaust fan filter in the exhaust fan box.

  • Page 143: Flushing Unit Absorber Pad Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Flushing Unit Absorber Pad Replacement Replace the absorber pads on the flushing units (one each on the left and right) with new ones if they are particularly dirty. Flushing unit (right) Flushing unit (left) Code Item SPC-0813 Flushing box absorber pad replacement kit •...
  • Page 144 Chapter 4 Maintenance Remove the flushing cover together with the flushing mesh and flushing absorber pad. (Screw ×1) Detach the flushing mesh and flushing absorber pad from the flushing cover. • Slide the flushing mesh in the direction indicated by the arrow in the figure to remove it. •...
  • Page 145 Chapter 4 Maintenance Secure the flushing cover with the flushing absorber pad fitted to the flushing ink-receiving pan. (Screw ×1)

  • Page 146: Pinch Roller Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Pinch Roller Replacement Replace worn or dirty pinch rollers with new ones. • Turn off the main power and unplug the power cable before replacement. Open the front cover. Raise the clamp lever. Remove along with the clamp holder. (Screw ×1) Remove the pinch roller spindle.

  • Page 147: Media Holder And Cloth Holder Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Media Holder and Cloth Holder Replacement If the media holders or cloth holders become deformed and touch the carriage or print head, replace with new media holders or cloth holders. Cloth holder Media holder • Turn off the main power and unplug the power cable before replacement. l For media holders This is the procedure for replacing the left-hand media holder.
  • Page 148 Chapter 4 Maintenance Remove the media holder from the platen. • Push between the red circled areas and slide the left end to remove. • Do not slide the media holder by holding the part protruding from the platen. The media holder may deform.
  • Page 149 Chapter 4 Maintenance Mount the new media holder on to the platen. Push the removable platens L and R the rear platen, aligning the edges with the central groove, and securely engage the reference pins in the center into the holes in the ink guard F or platen frame.
  • Page 150 Chapter 4 Maintenance Loosen the media holder height adjuster screws (x2) and tighten the adjuster screws while the media holder is in contact with the platen F cover. Tighten the adjuster screws with the platen F cover in contact. Platen F cover Media holder Adjuster screw Close the front cover.
  • Page 151 Chapter 4 Maintenance l For cloth holders Open the left and right maintenance covers. (1) Remove the three screws at the bottom of the left maintenance cover. (2) Hold the bottom edge of the maintenance cover, then push on the area circled in blue and pull out and forward to remove.
  • Page 152 Chapter 4 Maintenance • Remove the cloth holders by moving them to the far edge of the rear platens, then lifting up toward you. Rear platen Mount new cloth holders. • Attach the cloth holders by first engaging the hook at the rear of the cloth holders on to the rear platen, and then sliding sideways.

  • Page 153: Ink Supply Unit Ink Absorber Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Ink Supply Unit Ink Absorber Replacement We recommend replacing the ink absorber each time you replace the ink pack, to prevent dirt building up on the pedestal of the ink supply unit. • 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 the machine.

  • Page 154: Waste Ink Tank Replacement

    Chapter 4 Maintenance Waste Ink Tank Replacement The ink used in printing and head cleaning is stored in the waste ink tanks on the right and left sides of the machine. • Continuing to use the product without disposing of the waste ink may result in waste ink overflowing from the waste ink tank.
  • Page 155 Chapter 4 Maintenance • When disposing of ink, maintenance liquid or other liquid used with the product, or the container or paper towel to which ink or other liquid is attached, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the product in accordance with the local laws and regulations.
  • Page 156 Chapter 4 Maintenance...

  • Page 157: Chapter 5 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting This chapter This chapter describes corrective actions for troubleshooting and messages on the display. Troubleshooting..........158 The ink has leaked out....... 1 61 The power does not turn on..... 158 Problems Causing Messages to Appear ..1 62 Printing is not possible.

  • Page 158: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5.1 Troubleshooting For information on troubleshooting, refer to this chapter. Refer to our website (https://mimaki.com/support/) for frequently asked questions (FAQs) about this product and customer support videos. If the recommended corrective action does not resolve the problem, contact your local dealer or our service office.

  • Page 159: Image Defects Occur

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 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). "Media Holder and Cloth streaks occur. Holder Cleaning"(P. 126) "Platen and Platen Wire Cleaning"(P.
  • Page 160 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Print Head Nozzle Washing If ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection) remain unresolved even after head cleaning ( "Head Cleaning"(P. 91)), apply nozzle wash to the print head. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. •...

  • Page 161: The Heater Temperature Does Not Rise To The Specified Value

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Set the exposure time, then press the [ENTER] key. • Cleaning is performed automatically once print nozzle washing has ended. • If ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection) remain unresolved even after washing the nozzles several times, contact your local dealer or our service office. The heater temperature does not rise to the specified value.

  • Page 162: Problems Causing Messages To Appear

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting 5.2 Problems Causing Messages to Appear If a problem arises, the buzzer sounds and a message appears on the display. You can also check the local guidance. "Displaying Machine Information (Local Guidance)"(P. 32) Take the appropriate action in accordance with the content of the message. If a message reappears even after taking the prescribed action, contact your local dealer or our service office.

  • Page 163: Ink Error

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause Corrective action High ambient temp ** ﾟC • Ambient temperatures are • Adjust ambient temperatures to too high. temperatures within the specified range. Optimum print quality may not be Low ambient temp ** ﾟC • Ambient temperatures are possible unless ambient conditions are too low.

  • Page 164: Error Message

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Message Cause Corrective action Check to confirm the ink IC chip was inserted correctly. "Mounting the ink"(P. 45) Turn off the main power and wait a while before turning back on. Wrong Ink IC • An error occurred with the Check to confirm the ink IC chip was inserted correctly.
  • Page 165 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number HDC FIFO OVER • A problem was detected with the print head control HDC FIFO UNDER PCB. Battery Exchange • The internal clock battery • Contact your local dealer or our is spent and must be service office.
  • Page 166 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 Turn off the main power and wait a PCB MAIN ET •...
  • Page 167 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number Feed tension bar • Feed tension bar position Lower the feed tension bar. initialization failed. Check which way the feeding unit rotation direction switch is set. "Feeding unit"(P. 70) Check to confirm the media is loaded correctly.
  • Page 168 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number Media Press • Media retainer detection Check the media loading position. "Loading the Media"(P. 66) failed. Clean the media width sensor. "Media Sensor Cleaning"(P. 125) Vacuum Fan Err • A problem was detected •...
  • Page 169 Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number Thermistor Connect • A problem was detected • Turn off the main power and wait a with the thermistor while before turning back on. connection. "Turning Off the Power"(P. 35) Heater Brk •...

  • Page 170: System Halt

    Chapter 5 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number PCB BaseIO-F** • The Base IO PCB fuse • The fuse must be replaced. Contact blow was detected. your local dealer or our service office. PCB WFIO • A communication error •...

  • Page 171: Chapter 6 Appendix

    Chapter 6 Appendix This chapter This chapter describes the machine specifications. Specifications ..........172 Options ............1 75...

  • Page 172: Specifications

    Chapter 6 Appendix 6.1 Specifications Item TS330-3200DS Print Type On-demand piezo head head Specifications Two staggered heads with 400 nozzles × 8 rows each Resoluti 300 dpi, 600 dpi 600 dpi, 1,200 dpi Ink type Sb420, Sb411 Ink set 4-color BL, M, Y, K (UISS) Media Type...
  • Page 173 Chapter 6 Appendix Item TS330-3200DS *5, 6 *6, 7 Interfac Data transfer Ethernet 1000BASE-T (recommended) , USB 2.0 Hi-speed function Command MRL-V Running flushing Weak: 400 / Standard: 600 / Strong: 800 Languages English, Japanese, Chinese, Turkish, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian Noise During standby Not more than 53 dB (FAST-A, 1 m on all sides)
  • Page 174 Chapter 6 Appendix Item TS330-3200DS Main unit: 925 kg, external supply unit: 43 kg Weight *1. With 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.
  • Page 175 Chapter 6 Appendix 6.2 Options Name Code Reference page 10 kg ink supply unit 2 OPT-J0575 Separate operating manual (D203605-20 onward)
  • Page 176 Chapter 6 Appendix...
  • Page 177 Index Index Air PG ................................ 106 Auto Cleaning ............................... 106 Auto Maint............................ 22, 23, 105 Auto Power-off.............................. 109 Auto Power-on.............................. 109 Auto Remote .............................. 110 Auto-correction (DAS) ..........................  102, 163 Cancel ................................ 30 Cap ............................ 26, 117, 118, 137 Cap absorber.............................. 139 Cap Replacement.......................... 105, 113 Capping Use Days ............................ 113 Carriage........................ 22, 26, 30, 105, 117, 119 Carriage Out .............................. 105 Clamp lever .............................. 22, 24...
  • Page 178 Index Error History .............................. 113 Exhaust fan BOX ............................ 24, 142 FCC .................................. 6 Feed Comp.......................... 32, 50, 92, 102 Feed Speed .............................. 104 Feeding unit.............................. 24, 70 Flushing unit .............................. 22 Front cover .............................. 23 [FUNCTION] key ............................ 30, 32 Function Setting Menu .......................... 109 Grit roller............................ 22, 27, 117 Head Cleaning.............................. 30 Head height .............................. 58 Heater............................ 29, 88, 103, 161...
  • Page 179 Maintenance .............................. 113 Maintenance cover ............................ 22 Maintenance History.............................  113 Maintenance liquid absorber ........................ 139 Maintenance liquid cartridge ..........................  24 Maintenance Menu ............................ 105 MAPS (Mimaki Advanced Pass System) .....................  102 Margin ................................ 110 Media................................ 66 Media cutter.............................. 22 Media feed.............................. 30 Media holder......................... 117, 126, 128, 147 Media Information............................ 103...
  • Page 180 Index MRA (Mimaki Remote Access)........................ 111 Network ................................ 111 NOT-READY mode ............................ 31 Nozzle clogging .............................. 91 Nozzle Deflection ............................ 91 Nozzle Recovery .......................... 105, 107 Nozzle Wash ............................ 105, 160 Operating Panel ............................ 22, 30 Option Roll Unit Select .......................... 109 PIN code............................... 112 Pinch roller .......................... 22, 27, 117, 146 Platen ............................ 22, 27, 117, 128...
  • Page 181 Index Station .............................. 22, 26 Station Maint.............................. 105 Status lamp .............................. 30 Switching hub .............................. 36 Symbol Marks.............................. 8 SYSTEM HALT .............................. 31 Take-up unit ............................. 22, 67 Tension roller............................ 22, 109 Test printing............................ 30, 89, 105 Time Set ............................... 111 Unit Setting .............................. 111 Usage ................................ 113 USB interface cable.......................... 24, 37 USB port ................................. 24 Use Time .............................. 113 Vacuum Fan .............................. 103...
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