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MIMAKI CJV200-160B Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 Bottle-ink model You can also download the latest manual from official website. MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. https://mimaki.com/ D203857-11 Original instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1.3 Connecting a PC to the Product .......... 33 Using a LAN Cable ................ 33 Using a USB Cable................ 34 1.4 System Configuration .............  35 Installing the Mimaki Driver.............. 36 Installing RIP Software ...............  36 Obtaining Color Profiles.............. 36 Setting Up RIP Software.............. 36 1.5 Ink Replacement Method............
  • Page 3 2.4 Loading the Media .............. 54 Media .................... 54 Take-up unit.................. 55 Feeding unit .................. 57 Loading the Roll Media ...............  59 Setting Leaf Media................ 64 Registering the Media.................  67 2.5 Setting the Pressure and Number of Pinch Rollers to Use.. 69 2.6 Setting the Heater Temperature ..........
  • Page 4 4.2 Creating Register Marks ............ 104 Register Marks..................  104 Register Mark Size ................ 105 Spacing Between Register Marks.............  106 Reading Range of Register Marks............  107 No-Plotting Areas Around Register Marks........ 108 Combined Operations of Printing and Cutting ........ 109 4.3 Setting Mark Detection Conditions ........ 110 4.4 Detecting the Position of the Register Mark Origin....
  • Page 5 6.3 Replacement of Consumable Item ........ 148 Consumable Item Replacement Timing.......... 148 Wiper Replacement ................ 149 Cap Replacement ................ 150 Replacing the Absorber Around the Station ........ 151 Pinch Roller Replacement .............. 153 Media Holder Replacement ..............  153 Media Cutter Replacement ...............  155 Waste Ink Tank Replacement............

  • 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 is a trademark or a registered trademark 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 unplug the power cable. 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 • Use the power cable provided. Otherwise there is a risk of failure, electric shock, or fire. The power cable provided is exclusive for the machine, and must not be used for other electrical equipment.
  • Page 11 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: Disposing Of The Product

    To Ensure Safe Use • The underside of the media may be soiled depending on how the printed media has been stored (due to weight when laying printed media rolls horizontally, for example) and the media type. Perform a test beforehand to check that the media does not transfer ink to the underside of the adjacent media.

  • 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

    • Printing is not possible when different types of ink IC chips are used. • If the ink bottle mounted on the machine is dented, it may still be used. Ink Specifications Item Details Type Special solvent ink (Mimaki Engineering product) Cyan (C) Color Magenta (M) Yellow (Y) Black (K)

  • Page 15: Restrictions Concerning The Expiration Date Of Ink Used In The Machine

    Notes on Handling Ink or any Other Liquid Used with the Machine Restrictions Concerning the Expiration Date of Ink Used in the Machine Example: When the expiration date is April 20xx • May 20xx: Replace with new ink or use up as quickly as possible. Printing is possible. •...

  • Page 16: Installation Precautions

    Installation Precautions Installation Precautions • Do not install the machine in a place close to fire. Doing so may result in inflammation of solvent ink. • Do not place flower vases, pots, cups, containers containing cosmetics, chemicals or water, or small metal items on or close to the machine.

  • Page 17: Installation Space

    Installation Precautions Installation Space Provide the following space around the machine to allow safe and proper replacement of ink and media: l JV200 Bottle-ink model Size At least 3,770 mm (2,770 mm) Width At least 2,748 mm (748 mm) Depth (1,403 mm) Height Weight...

  • Page 18: 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 Interlocking cover...

  • Page 19: 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. 5 (only CJV)
  • Page 20 Warning Label Order code Label Details M907833 Indicates dangerous moving parts. M903239 Indicates hot parts. (The TS200 series is affixed to the platen cover FL only.) M903330 Wear safety glasses and gloves while working. M906144 Indicates hot parts. (This label is not affixed to the TS200 series.) M903405 Beware of the cutter.

  • Page 21: Chapter 1 Before Use

    Using a USB Cable ........3 4 Carriage ............. 24 System Configuration ........3 5 Station ............24 Installing the Mimaki Driver ......3 6 Platen ............24 Installing RIP Software......... 3 6 Pinch Rollers and Grit Rollers ....25 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. 24) The platen is fitted with a heater to prevent ink bleeding. Adjust the temperature setting to suit the type of media used. "Setting the Heater Temperature"(P.

  • Page 23: 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. 25) Preheater Preheats the media before printing to suppress rapid temperature change. Adjust the temperature setting to suit the type of media used.

  • Page 24: 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. Illustration: CJV200 Station The station includes caps for keeping the print head nozzle surface from drying out, a wiper required for print head maintenance, and an NCU (option) for monitoring print head nozzle conditions.

  • Page 25: Pinch Rollers And Grit Rollers

    Chapter 1 Before Use Pinch Rollers and Grit Rollers The pinch rollers and grit rollers are used to grip and feed the media. CJV200 shown here Pinch roller Grit roller When the machine is not in use, raise the clamp lever to separate the pinch rollers from the grit rollers.

  • Page 26: Power Supply Switch

    Chapter 1 Before Use Power Supply Switch l Main power switch This is located at the rear on the right-hand side of the product. Main power switch Heater power supply 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).

  • Page 27: 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. 28) [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 28 Chapter 1 Before Use Display SETUP 1 MENU mode <setting type number> Connected cable type Head height Detected media width 1620mm PRINT POST Heater temperature (actual 35°/40° 40°/40° temperature/temperature setting) Ink status TEST PRINT Function name assigned to MENU REMOTE CLEANING [FUNCTION] key l Heater temperature...
  • Page 29 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. 113) 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 30: Connecting The Power Cable

    Chapter 1 Before Use 1.2 Connecting the Power Cable Check to confirm that the main power supply is turned off. Connect the cable band to the machine. Connect the power cable to the inlet of the machine. Secure the power cable to the cable band. •...

  • Page 31: Turning Off The Power

    Chapter 1 Before Use Hold down the [END/POWER] key to turn on power. (Press the key until the red LED on the upper right side illuminates.) • The firmware version appears on the display, and the initial operation is executed. The machine will then enter the Media Select mode, and is ready for use.
  • Page 32 Chapter 1 Before Use • 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 increases the risk of ejection failures (such as nozzle clogging or deflection).

  • Page 33: 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. 33) (Recommended) "Using a USB Cable"(P. 34) When using the USB cable •...

  • Page 34: Using A Usb Cable

    Chapter 1 Before Use Color Status Overview Green Illuminated Connected via 1000BASE-T Connected via a network other than 1000BASE-T • 1,000 Mbps is not supported if only the orange lamp is illuminated or flashing. Check the specifications for the PC, peripheral devices, and cable.

  • Page 35: 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 36: 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 [(Example: CJV200-160)] > [Profile] Setting Up RIP Software The explanation here applies to MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink).
  • Page 37 • Available Printers: Select CJV200-160 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 38: Ink Replacement Method

    Chapter 1 Before Use 1.5 Ink Replacement Method Messages informing the user of the ink levels When Ink Near End is Displayed Ink levels are low. We recommend replacing with new ink bottles as soon as possible, because the ink bottles are nearly empty.

  • Page 39: Replacing Ink

    Chapter 1 Before Use Replacing Ink l Remove the Ink bottle Rotate the lever on the tank section from left to right. • Never attempt to rotate the ink bottles. Doing so may result in leaking ink. Lift the ink bottles vertically. Light-blocking cover •...
  • Page 40 Chapter 1 Before Use Wipe off any ink on the ink bottle caps with the recommended non-woven fabric. • Check to confirm that there is no foreign matter, such as non-woven fabric scraps or dust, adhering to the ink bottle caps. Continuing to use it when it is dirty may result in foreign matter blocking the ink channels, causing ink leakage.
  • Page 41 Chapter 1 Before Use Remove the ink bottle lid. If the mouth of the ink bottle is fitted with a seal • Cut the seal open using a craft knife. There is a risk of ink leakage if parts of the seal remain.
  • Page 42 Chapter 1 Before Use Use the tightening jig to tighten the ink bottle caps in place. Tightening tool [SPA-0232] Good example Bad example Position the upper arrow within this range! [SPA-0328] Good example Bad example Position the upper arrow within this range! •...
  • Page 43 Chapter 1 Before Use Mount the ink bottles. • Rotate the lever from the left to the right end, then mount the ink bottle. Lever • You may apply the maintenance liquid onto the O-ring of the ink bottle caps so that the ink bottle can be inserted easily.
  • Page 44 Chapter 1 Before Use • Do not discard the ink IC chip. This is required to rewrite ink registration information to the ink IC chip. • If a warning message appears, refer to the following and take appropriate action. Message Cause Corrective action Color: Magenta...
  • Page 45 Chapter 1 Before Use • Insert the ink IC chip included in the package with the ink. The ink IC chip stores information such as the ink color, remaining amount, and expiration date. Printing is not possible if an incorrect ink IC chip is inserted.
  • Page 46 Chapter 1 Before Use...

  • Page 47: Chapter 2 Printing

    Chapter 2 Printing This chapter This chapter describes printing procedures and settings. Print Process ...........48 Test Printing ............. 7 1 Changing the Layout Direction for Test Adjusting Print Head Height ......51 Printing ............7 1 Adjust the Pinch Roller Positions....52 Ejection Failures ..........

  • Page 48: Print Process

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.1 Print Process Turn on the power. "Turning On the Power"(P. 30) Connect a RIP PC to the machine. "Using a USB Cable"(P. 34) "Using a LAN Cable"(P. 33) Setting Up RIP Software "Installing RIP Software"(P. 36) (required first time only) "Obtaining Color Profiles"(P.
  • Page 49 Chapter 2 Printing Loading the Media This machine can be used with roll media and leaf media. "Loading the Media"(P. 54) Paper core Take-Up Unit Adjust the number and pressure of pinch rollers to use. Set an appropriate pressure for the set media. "Setting the Pressure and Number of Pinch Rollers to Use"(P.
  • Page 50 Chapter 2 Printing Adjust the media feed amount. "Feed Correction"(P. 75) Second band Good example Bad example First band Adjust the drop position for bi-directional printing. "Correcting the Drop Position"(P. 77) Media feed direction In this case, the drop position correction value will be "+4.0". Preparing RIP data "Preparing RIP data"(P.

  • Page 51: Adjusting Print Head Height

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.2 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) 1.5 mm (default setting) High 2.0 mm •...

  • Page 52: Adjust The Pinch Roller Positions

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.3 Adjust the Pinch Roller Positions. • This setup applies to CJV200 series models. Adjust the pinch roller positions to suit the width of the media being used. Choose the grit rollers capable of holding down the media at equal intervals. CJV200 shown here Pinch roller Grit roller...

  • Page 53: Mm Size

    Chapter 2 Printing 1,600 mm Size Set the right edge of the media so that it falls within this range. Choose the GR based on media width. GR11 GR10 1577 ~ 1620mm 1446 ~ 1514mm 1212 ~ 1272mm 1032 ~ 1092mm 732 ~ 792mm 576 ~ 644mm 364 ~ 424mm...

  • Page 54: 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. Disregarding this precaution may result in low back pain due to the weight of media.

  • Page 55: Take-Up Unit

    Chapter 2 Printing Take-up unit Use the switch on the take-up unit to change the media take-up direction. ON/OFF button Direction selector switch Name Overview Direction selector To take up media with printed surface on the inside switch Down To take up media with printed surface on the outside ON/OFF button Press the button to start/stop the take-up unit.
  • Page 56 Chapter 2 Printing Adjusting the Torque Limiter The left and right take-up units are fitted with a torque limiter. Turn the torque limiter adjustment nut to adjust take-up tension. When adjusting the torque limiters, be sure to adjust to the same torque for both the left and right take-up units. Mid (recommended) Adjustment nut Torque scale...

  • Page 57: Feeding Unit

    Chapter 2 Printing Feeding unit Using the Media Stopper When pulling out a fixed length of media by hand, the roll holder locks, stopping the media from being pulled out. l Lock the media stopper Push the side pin while pressing on the media stopper. Releasing the media stopper in this state locks the roll holder.
  • Page 58 Chapter 2 Printing Roll Holder Setting Position Loosen the knob screw on the rear left roll holder, then move it. l For JV200 The leg stay has a label showing roll holder mounting positions. Use it as a reference to move the roll holder, then secure using the knob screw.

  • Page 59: Loading The Roll Media

    Chapter 2 Printing Loading the Roll Media Raise the clamp lever. Move the rear left roll holder to the roll setting position. • Unscrew the roll holder retaining screw, move the roll holder, then retighten the retaining screw. "Roll Holder Setting Position"(P. 58) Insert the paper core of the roll media on to the rear left roll holder.
  • Page 60 Chapter 2 Printing Lock the media stopper. • "Using the Media Stopper"(P. 57) Move to the front of the machine, raise the clamp lever and pull out the media. • Make sure the media does not fall to the rear. •...
  • Page 61 Chapter 2 Printing Check how far the media was pulled out. • Pull the front edge of the media gently at several points to confirm that the media was pulled out by the same amount. Lower the clamp lever. • Do not pull the media when the clamp lever is lowered (the media is clamped). Doing so may damage the machine.
  • Page 62 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 63 Chapter 2 Printing • Move the take-up unit to the left or right when it is not in use. Print quality may be affected if the front edge of the media hits the take-up unit.

  • Page 64: Setting Leaf Media

    Chapter 2 Printing Setting Leaf Media • This setup applies to CJV200 models. • Move the take-up unit out of the way to the left and right when it is not in use. Print quality may be affected if the front edge of the media hits the take-up unit. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] >...
  • Page 65 Chapter 2 Printing Adjust the position of the right media edge. • Set the media straight so that the media does not lie beyond the slit line on the platen. First three grit rollers from the right end on the front of the machine •...
  • Page 66 Chapter 2 Printing Select the media to be used. Media selection ● PVC 1300 mm ○ Tarpaulin 1600 mm ○ Unregistered ○ Unregistered • To use unregistered media, select [Unregistered] to register the media. "Registering the Media"(P. 67) Detect the media width. •...

  • Page 67: 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 68 Chapter 2 Printing Enter the name to be displayed. • If you do not register the name, press the [ENTER] key. Media Name Change Media 3 will be changed (maximum 10 characters) Select whether or not to register the set information. do you optimize setting? Execute Do not...

  • Page 69: Setting The Pressure And Number Of Pinch Rollers To Use

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.5 Setting the Pressure and Number of Pinch Rollers to Use • This setup applies to CJV200 models. Set the pressure and number used to hold media based on the tool and media being used. Incorrect pinch roller pressure settings may result in media skew or leave pinch roller marks on the media.

  • Page 70: 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 71: Test Printing

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.7 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. 73) Check beforehand • Was the print head adjusted? "Adjusting Print Head Height"(P.

  • Page 72: Ejection Failures

    Chapter 2 Printing 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 Mist...

  • Page 73: Head Cleaning

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.8 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 74: Auto Correction

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.9 Auto Correction The auto-correction function (DAS: Dot Adjustment System) detects a correction pattern with the sensor and automatically corrects the drop position. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [ADJUST]. LOCAL 0.0mm ADJUST ADJUST LOCAL Select [Auto-correction], then press the [ENTER] key. Select a setting item, then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 75: Feed Correction

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.10 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 76 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 during printing.

  • Page 77: Correcting The Drop Position

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.11 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 78 Chapter 2 Printing • If the lines do not coincide when the correction value is within the range -40 to 40, the print head height may have been improperly adjusted. Adjust the print head height. "Adjusting Print Head Height"(P. 51) Enter the correction value in the same way for pattern 2 and subsequent patterns.

  • Page 79: Preparing Rip Data

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.12 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 80 (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 81: Printing

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.13 Printing Check beforehand • Was the print head adjusted? "Adjusting Print Head Height"(P. 51) • Were the pinch roller positions adjusted? "Adjust the Pinch Roller Positions."(P. 52) • Is media loaded? "Loading the Media"(P. 54) • Was the pinch roller pressure adjusted? "Setting the Pressure and Number of Pinch Rollers to Use"(P.

  • Page 82: Starting Printing

    Starting Printing Send the RIP data from the PC. • "Preparing RIP data"(P. 79) • 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 83: 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 84: Cutting The Media

    Chapter 2 Printing 2.14 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]. Press the [ENTER] key. • The media is cut. When the machine is not in use, raise the clamp lever to separate the pinch rollers from the grit rollers.

  • Page 85: Chapter 3 Cutting

    Chapter 3 Cutting This chapter This chapter describes how to adjust cutting. Adjustments apply to CJV200 models. Cutting Process ..........86 Test Cutting ............9 7 Installing Cutting Tools ........88 Cutting the Cutting Data ........9 8 Using the Cutter ......... 88 Changing the origin........

  • Page 86: Cutting Process

    Chapter 3 Cutting 3.1 Cutting Process Turn on the power. "Turning On the Power"(P. 30) Connect this machine to the PC on which the cutting software is installed. "Using a USB Cable"(P. 34) "Using a LAN Cable"(P. 33) Adjust the Pinch Roller Positions. Adjust the pinch roller positions to suit the width of the set media.
  • Page 87 Chapter 3 Cutting Cutting the Cutting Data "Cutting the Cutting Data"(P. 98) Cutting the media "Cutting the media"(P. 84)

  • Page 88: Installing Cutting Tools

    Chapter 3 Cutting 3.2 Installing Cutting Tools This machine can be used with the following tools: • Cutter (for cutting media) Used to cut the printed image on media or to cut characters with the cutting sheet. "Using the Cutter"(P. 88) •...
  • Page 89 Chapter 3 Cutting Adjusting the Cutting Blade Protrusion Length Adjust the cutting blade protrusion length (0.2 to 0.5 mm). • If the base paper is thicker than the label film: (label film thickness + base paper thickness)/2 Label film Cutting blade Cutting depth protrusion Base paper...

  • Page 90: Installing The Cutter Holder

    Chapter 3 Cutting Installing the Cutter Holder On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Cutting], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Cutting menu is displayed. Select [Tool Change], then press the [ENTER] key. • The cutter unit moves to the maintenance space. •...
  • Page 91 Chapter 3 Cutting Using the Included Cutter Holder (SPA-0001) Loosen the lock nut of the cutter holder and extract the adjusting knob. • Turn in the direction indicated by the arrow in the picture. Lock nut Adjusting knob Insert the cutter into the adjusting knob. •...

  • Page 92: Using A Pen

    Chapter 3 Cutting Using a Pen Installing a Refill Cartridge for a Ballpoint Pen in the Pen Holder The image quality can vary depending on the type of refill cartridge. Recommended: SXR-5 (Mitsubishi Pencil Co., Ltd.) Remove the cap from the pen holder. •...
  • Page 93 Chapter 3 Cutting Installing a Ballpoint Pen in the Pen Adapter Use a ballpoint pen with a diameter of 8 to 9 mm. The ballpoint pen type may affect image quality. Recommended: K105-GA (Pentel Co., Ltd.) • Do not use ballpoint pens as shown below. Some types of ballpoint pens may tilt. Pens with shafts that change thickness Pens with protrusions or bumps on the shaft midway...
  • Page 94 Chapter 3 Cutting Remove the cap. Installing a Pen On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Cutting], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Cutting menu is displayed. Select [Tool Change], then press the [ENTER] key. • The cutter unit moves to the maintenance space. •...
  • Page 95 Chapter 3 Cutting Secure the pen holder or pen adapter. • Turn the knob screw to secure the holder presser. Failure to secure firmly may result in lower quality. After installing the pen, press the [ENTER] key to finish the process.

  • Page 96: Setting The Cutting Conditions

    Chapter 3 Cutting 3.3 Setting the Cutting Conditions You can set the cutting speed and pressure to match the type of media and tools in use. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [TOOL]. LOCAL width:1340mm TOOL TEST CUT Set the conditions. •...

  • Page 97: Test Cutting

    Chapter 3 Cutting 3.4 Test Cutting Execute test cutting to confirm that the tool conditions are set appropriately. Increase pressure as the cutter blade grows dull with wear. This is only a temporary measure. We recommend replacing the cutter blade to maintain cutting quality. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [TEST CUT].

  • Page 98: Cutting The Cutting Data

    Chapter 3 Cutting 3.5 Cutting the Cutting Data Check beforehand • Was the head height adjusted? "Adjusting Print Head Height"(P. 51) • Were the pinch roller positions adjusted? "Adjust the Pinch Roller Positions."(P. 52) • Is media loaded? "Loading the Media"(P. 54) •...

  • Page 99: Pausing Cutting

    Chapter 3 Cutting Pausing Cutting Press [LOCAL] while cutting is in progress. • Cutting is paused. • If data is being sent from a PC, data transmission is paused at the PC. Press [REMOTE]. • Cutting resumes. • No other functions can be executed while printing is paused. Stopping Cutting (Data Clear) On the LOCAL mode screen, select [DATA CLEAR].
  • Page 100 Chapter 3 Cutting...
  • Page 101 Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks This chapter This chapter describes the requirements for creating register marks and provides basic information. Adjustments apply to CJV200 models. Process for Cutting Data with Register Marks Setting Mark Detection Conditions ....1 10 ..............102 Detecting the Position of the Register Mark Creating Register Marks........104...

  • Page 102: Chapter 4 Cutting Data With Register Marks

    Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks 4.1 Process for Cutting Data with Register Marks Create data with register marks. "Creating Register Marks"(P. 104) This machine can detect the following three types of register marks: Type 1 Type 2 Zero margin register mark Print printing data with register marks.
  • Page 103 Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks Cut the data. "Cutting the Cutting Data"(P. 98) Cutting the media "Cutting the media"(P. 84)

  • Page 104: Creating Register Marks

    Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks 4.2 Creating Register Marks Printing image data with "register marks" can increase cutting accuracy and quality. There are some limitations to register marks. Read the following thoroughly before creating register marks. • Trimming register marks cannot be used with the machine. Register Marks The following three types of register marks can be used with this machine: Type 1...

  • Page 105: Register Mark Size

    Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks Media and Register Mark Color We recommend using white media and black register marks. The machine may fail to detect register marks in other colors. Blurred Register Marks Ensure that printed register marks are not blurred. If the register marks are blurred, the mark origins may be incorrectly identified, or the machine may fail to detect the register marks.

  • Page 106: Spacing Between Register Marks

    Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks Register mark size (A) Register mark length (B) Line width 501 to 1,000 mm 15 mm 1.0 mm 1,001 to 2,000 mm 25 mm 2,001 mm or more 35 mm • If the "Fill around the registration marks" function of the RIP software is enabled, the register mark length (B) should be 10 mm or more.

  • Page 107: Reading Range Of Register Marks

    This machine can detect register marks in the range shown below. If the margin is small, the edge of the media may be incorrectly identified as a register mark. When copying data with MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink), leave a space of at least 210 mm from the rear edge of the media.

  • Page 108: Plotting Areas Around Register Marks

    : Media : Media • For more information, refer to the ID Cut Guide. https://mimaki.com/download/software.html No-Plotting Areas Around Register Marks Do not plot data around register marks. The mark origins may be identified incorrectly, or the machine may fail to detect the register marks.

  • Page 109: Combined Operations Of Printing And Cutting

    Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks Combined Operations of Printing and Cutting When printing and cutting with MIMAKI software (RasterLink, FineCut), please note the following: • The mark size and mark shape settings configured in the machine will be disregarded. Software settings take precedence.

  • Page 110: Setting Mark Detection Conditions

    Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks 4.3 Setting Mark Detection Conditions Set the conditions of the printed register marks. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Cutting], then press the [ENTER] key. • The Cutting menu is displayed. Select [Mark Detect], then press the [ENTER] key.

  • Page 111: Detecting The Position Of The Register Mark Origin

    Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks 4.4 Detecting the Position of the Register Mark Origin On the LOCAL mode screen, select [TEST CUT]. LOCAL width:1340mm TOOL TEST CUT Select [Mark Detection], then press the [ENTER] key. • The machine switches to MARK DETECT mode. •...

  • Page 112: Id Cut Process

    Chapter 4 Cutting Data with Register Marks 4.5 ID Cut Process Create data with ID Cut. • For more information, refer to the ID Cut Guide. https://mimaki.com/download/software.html Print printing data with ID Cut. "Print Process"(P. 48) Prepare for cutting. "Cutting Process"(P. 86) (Steps 4 to 8) Register the information for the printed register marks.
  • Page 113 Chapter 5 Setup This chapter This chapter describes the [MENU] functions. Media Setting Menu ........114 Environment Setting Menu ......1 25 Maintenance Menu ........117 Machine Status Menu........1 27 Registering Nozzle Recovery Manually ... 120 Cutting Menu ..........1 28 Nozzle Check (Option) ......

  • Page 114: Chapter 5 Setup

    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. MAPS4: Mimaki Advanced Pass System MAPS4 This function disperses the boundaries between passes to make feed streaks between passes less visible.
  • Page 115 Chapter 5 Setup Item Setting Details 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. Make Level (Color) separate settings for color and spot color (white). Smoothing Level (Spot) Heater...
  • Page 116 Chapter 5 Setup Item Setting Details • Setting to 100 % or more reduces the time required to complete printing but may affect print quality due to insufficient drying time. Media Name You can change the name of a setting type. The name can Change include alphanumeric characters or symbols.

  • Page 117: Maintenance Menu

    Chapter 5 Setup 5.2 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 118 Chapter 5 Setup Item Details Setting Printing Check ON/OFF Performs nozzle clogging detection before printing starts. Check Interval Sets the nozzle clogging detection timing. Length 0.1 to 30.0 to Performs nozzle clogging detection after the length set is reached 100.0 m and before the next print starts.
  • Page 119 Chapter 5 Setup Item Details Setting Type Normal/Soft/ Sets the cleaning type for head cleaning. Hard Cleaning Check ON/OFF Sets whether nozzle checking is performed after head cleaning is completed. Interval Wiping OFF/3 to 255 Wiping starts when the set print time is exceeded. Refresh Weak/ Select the refresh (flushing) time during printing.

  • Page 120: Registering Nozzle Recovery Manually

    Chapter 5 Setup Registering Nozzle Recovery Manually 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 121: Nozzle Check (Option)

    Chapter 5 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. 71) Nozzle Check (Option) This is used to check for nozzle clogging before printing starts. Sets whether to perform maintenance functions automatically if nozzle clogging is detected.

  • Page 122: 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 123 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 124 Chapter 5 Setup Item Details Setting Case Weight Registers the weight of the 600 ml ink cartridge case which is installed with the ink IC chip.Correct the ink cartridge weight Cartridge Weight Registers the weight of the 600 ml ink cartridge where the ink pack is set.Correct the ink cartridge weight *1.

  • Page 125: 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 126 Chapter 5 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 127: Machine Status Menu

    Chapter 5 Setup 5.5 Machine Status Menu This is used to check machine information. l Menu List Item Details Usage WIPING The number of wiping cycles is displayed. Waste Ink Displays the approximate level of waste ink in the waste ink tank as a Tank percentage.

  • Page 128: Cutting Menu

    Chapter 5 Setup 5.6 Cutting Menu For setting the various cutting function operations These settings apply to CJV200 models. l Menu List Item Details Setting Mark Detect Enter the conditions of the printed register marks. Detect ON/OFF Set this to ON to cut cutting data with register marks. Form Type1/Type2/ Select three types of register mark shapes.
  • Page 129 Chapter 5 Setup Item Details Setting Cut Mode Normal/ Sets the cutting quality. HighSpd/ • Normal: Normally, use this setting. Quality • HighSpd: This cuts media in a short period of time. This is not suitable for use with heavy media. •...

  • Page 130: Copying The Last Data

    Chapter 5 Setup Item Details Setting Corner Cut ON/OFF Performs over cutting at corners other than the start and end point. "Preventing Uncut Media"(P. 131) Curve Mode Fast/Slow If the cut line becomes twisted, set this to "Slow". This can prevent twisting but decreases cutting speed.

  • Page 131: Preventing Uncut Media

    • With the following data, only one sheet can be cut, regardless of the number of copies specified. (1) Data received from MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink). (2) Data for which "Sheet Feed Origin Renewal" has been selected in the MIMAKI cutting software (FineCut).
  • Page 132 Chapter 5 Setup...

  • Page 133: Chapter 6 Maintenance

    Chapter 6 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 ......134 Replacement of Consumable Item ....1 48 Consumable Item Replacement Timing..1 48 Maintenance Methods ........135 Wiper Replacement ........

  • Page 134: Maintenance Precautions

    Chapter 6 Maintenance 6.1 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 135: 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 136: Ink Maintenance

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Ink Maintenance If ink constituents are sedimented, the ink density may become uneven. We recommend shaking the Ink bottle periodically to keep printing consistent. Solvent ink: once every month l Shake the Ink bottle Shake the Ink bottle to the left and right slowly at least 20 times. •...

  • Page 137: Carriage Underside Cleaning

    Chapter 6 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 (the entire interior and exterior of the cap rubber and the tabs) in the diagram.

  • Page 138: Wiper Cleaning

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Open the maintenance cover (left side). 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 using a cleaning stick. Never touch the nozzle surface! Clean using a cleaning stick or soft cloth.
  • Page 139 Chapter 6 Maintenance Open the maintenance cover (right side). Remove the wiper. • Hold the lugs on both sides 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 140: Cleaning The Ncu (Option)

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Reattach the wiper at the original position. • Do not remove the absorber pad in the pad case. Doing so may result in leaking ink. Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. Cleaning the NCU (Option) The NCU uses a sensor to monitor the ink droplets ejected from the print head nozzles.

  • Page 141: Das (Automatic Correction Function) / Sheet Width Sensor Cleaning

    Chapter 6 Maintenance • Insert the cleaning stick as far as the line shown in the illustration. Once cleaning is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. DAS (automatic correction function) / Sheet width sensor cleaning The DAS sensor is located on the carriage underside. If dust or debris accumulates on the sensor, DAS (Media Setting Menu) may not function.

  • Page 142: Ink Discharge Channel Cleaning

    Chapter 6 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, press the [ENTER] key. Close the maintenance cover (left side), then attach the maintenance cover (upper left side).

  • Page 143: Media Sensor Cleaning

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Media Sensor Cleaning There is a media sensor located on the rear cover. The media cannot be detected correctly if dust or debris accumulates on the sensors. Remove any debris using cotton swabs or a soft cloth. Rear of product Media Cutter Cleaning Continuing to use a dirty media cutter may cause dust to collect on the head nozzle surface or the cutter...

  • Page 144: Media Holder Cleaning

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Clean both sides of the media cutter. • Wipe off any adhesive paste, ink and dust adhering using a cleaning stick moistened with industrial alcohol. Wipe off any industrial alcohol so that none remains. Return the media cutter to its original position. •...

  • Page 145: Jam Sensor Detecting Plate Cleaning

    Chapter 6 Maintenance • 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 146: Cover (Exterior) Cleaning

    Chapter 6 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 147 Chapter 6 Maintenance 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. • The carriage moves over the platen. Open the maintenance cover (right side).

  • Page 148: Replacement Of Consumable Item

    6.3 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 149: Wiper Replacement

    Chapter 6 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. "Replace Wiper" appears on the display. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] >...

  • Page 150: Cap Replacement

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Mount a new wiper. Once replacement is complete, close the cover, then press the [ENTER] key. • The wiper usage count is reset. 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 151: Replacing The Absorber Around The Station

    Chapter 6 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.
  • Page 152 Chapter 6 Maintenance Select [Station Maint.] > [Carriage Out] > [Move To Platen Right End], then press the [ENTER] key. • The carriage moves over the platen. Open the maintenance cover (right side). Remove the cap absorber. Cap absorber • Avoid ink dripping when removing the cap absorbers. Clean the station cover.

  • Page 153: Pinch Roller Replacement

    Chapter 6 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. Raise the clamp lever. Remove the O-ring retaining the pinch rollers. [JV] [CJV] O-ring O-ring...
  • Page 154 Chapter 6 Maintenance Remove the maintenance cover (upper left side). Maintenance cover (upper left side) Remove the side screw, and detach the media holder stopper. Remove the media holder. Mount the new media holder on to the platen.

  • Page 155: Media Cutter Replacement

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Secure the media holder stopper with the screw. Attach the maintenance cover (upper left side). Media Cutter Replacement Replace cutters when blades are chipped or blunt. • Avoid touching the cutter blade. Failure to do so may result in injury. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] >...

  • Page 156: Waste Ink Tank Replacement

    Chapter 6 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. Check the position of the media cutter. • Lift up the media cutter by hand if it has dropped down. Good example Bad example Once replacement is complete, press the [ENTER] key.
  • Page 157 Chapter 6 Maintenance • For a 2-liter tank, the preset level is 80 % (1.6 L). • Continuing to use the product without disposing of the waste ink may result in waste ink overflowing from the waste ink tank. Visually check ink levels in the waste ink tank about once a week.
  • Page 158 Chapter 6 Maintenance Pull the waste ink tank stopper forward. 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 ink, maintenance liquid or other liquid used with the product, or containers or non-woven fabric contaminated with ink or other liquid, contact an industrial waste disposal operator or dispose of the product in accordance with the local laws and regulations.

  • Page 159: Cutter For Cutting Machine (Cjv200 Only)

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Close the waste ink tank stopper. Press the [ENTER] key. • The waste ink level will be reset. Cutter for Cutting Machine (CJV200 Only) Replace cutters when blades are chipped or blunt. • Avoid touching the cutter blade. Failure to do so may result in injury. •...
  • Page 160 Chapter 6 Maintenance Attach double-sided tape in the platen slot. • Peel off the base paper from the double-sided tape. Attach the pen line on the double-sided tape. • Make sure the pen line lies flat.

  • Page 161: Ink Bottle Cap Replacement

    Chapter 6 Maintenance Ink bottle cap replacement Replace them after about one year. For the replacement method, refer to Replacing Ink. • 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. Leaking ink may adhere to the skin or get into the eyes or mouth.
  • Page 162 Chapter 6 Maintenance...

  • Page 163: Chapter 7 Troubleshooting

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting This chapter This chapter describes corrective actions for troubleshooting and messages on the display. Troubleshooting..........164 The ink has leaked out....... 1 68 The power does not turn on..... 164 Cutting Related (CJV200 Only)....1 68 Printing is not possible......164 Problems Causing Messages to Appear ..

  • Page 164: Troubleshooting

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7.1 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 165: Image Defects Occur

    NITOFLON tape provided on the platen. Be careful not to cover the vacuum holes. For more information, refer to the description on transporting media on the platen. https://mimaki.com/download/inkjet.html Image defects occur. Symptom Corrective action White streaks, blurriness, and dark Remove any paper scraps or other debris adhering to areas over which the head passes (e.g., media holders).
  • Page 166 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Symptom Corrective action Is the machine installed in a location Increase the humidity by installing a humidifier or similar equipment. with low humidity? When printing continuously, also increase the refresh level during printing ( 117) or perform regular test printing to check for nozzle clogging.

  • Page 167: The Heater Temperature Does Not Rise To The Specified Value

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Print Head Nozzle Washing If ejection failures (e.g., nozzle clogging or deflection) remain unresolved even after head cleaning (Head Cleaning), apply nozzle wash to the print head. On the LOCAL mode screen, select [MENU] > [Maintenance], then press the [ENTER] key. •...

  • Page 168: The Ink Has Leaked Out

    "Investigating the Cause of Cutting Failures"(P. 169) The print and cut positions are Use the MIMAKI RIP software (RasterLink) to print a correction pattern. misaligned. Check the correction pattern and input correction values manually. "Adjusting to Correct Misalignment Between Printing and Cutting"(P. 170) The print and cut positions are Print the correction pattern to perform automatic correction.
  • Page 169 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Register the information corresponding to the printed register mark conditions. • "Setting Mark Detection Conditions"(P. 110) Press [ENTER] to start the detection operation. • The machine automatically detects the lines in the X and Y directions (automatic detection operation: plus X direction >...
  • Page 170 Adjusting to Correct Misalignment Between Printing and Cutting In the procedure described below, Mimaki RIP software (RasterLink) is used to print a correction pattern. When printing and cutting, correction is required for each resolution in the scan (Y) direction. (The corrected value is saved for each resolution.) Print a pattern for each resolution, then input the correction value.
  • Page 171 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting • Note that the input units vary depending on whether or not register marks are used. Without register marks Click [OK] to print a correction pattern. On the REMOTE mode screen, select [Adjust]. Select [PC Origin Offset], then press the [ENTER] key. •...
  • Page 172 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Select [TP Offset], then press the [ENTER] key. • The register marks are detected, and a correction pattern is cut. Detach the cut part of the pattern and check the adjustment values. Input the numerical value of the position with the lowest vertical misalignment. •...

  • Page 173: Problems Causing Messages To Appear

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting 7.2 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) 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 174 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Message Cause Corrective action Media Undetected • The media width has not • Detect the media width. "Loading been detected. the Media"(P. 54) Wiper Move Failure • The wiper is not operating • Turn off the main power and wait a correctly.

  • Page 175: Ink Error

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Ink error Message Cause Corrective action Ink End • The ink has run out. • Replace with new ink. When Ink End is Displayed • If you use UISS, you may perform cleaning. Ink Near End • Ink levels are low. •...

  • Page 176: Error Message

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Cartridge (600 ml) related Message Cause Corrective action Ink Level Low • The ink level in the 600 ml Remove the ink cartridge and weigh it. Correct the ink cartridge weight ink cartridge is less than 60 ml. Enter the measured weight into the machine.Correct the ink cartridge weight INK NEAR-END...
  • Page 177 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 PCB MAIN ET •...
  • Page 178 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number Turn off the main power and wait a while before turning back on. "Turning Off the Power"(P. 31) Motor X • The X motor was Check to confirm the media is loaded correctly.
  • Page 179 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number Check Media With • A problem was detected Check the media loading position. "Loading the Media"(P. 54) Sensor with media width detection. Clean the media width sensor. "DAS (automatic correction function) / Sheet width sensor cleaning"(P.
  • Page 180 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number Ink Type • The ink type registered on • Insert an ink IC chip for the correct the IC chip is different ink type. "Replacing Ink"(P. 39) from the ink type filled. Set Eco-cases •...
  • Page 181 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number Heater Temp Error • A problem was detected • This error will be automatically with the heater resolved. If the error is not resolved, temperature. turn off the main power and wait a while before turning back on.
  • Page 182 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number DataTooBig • The received data is too • Change the data size. big for multiple sheet cutting. Sheet Size • The sheet is too short in • Use a longer sheet. the feed direction.

  • Page 183: System Halt

    Chapter 7 Troubleshooting Error Message Cause Corrective action number COM VOLT[1] • A problem was detected with the main PCB voltage. PCB MAIN-F* A fuse has blown on the main PCB. Main PCB V05U A problem was detected with the main PCB 5V power supply.
  • Page 184 Chapter 7 Troubleshooting...

  • Page 185: Chapter 8 Appendix

    Chapter 8 Appendix This chapter This chapter describes the machine specifications. Specifications ..........186 LICENSE Library ..........1 90...

  • Page 186: Specifications

    Chapter 8 Appendix 8.1 Specifications l Bottle model Item JV200-160B CJV200-160B Print head Type On-demand piezo head Specifications One head with 400 nozzles × 8 rows each Resoluti 600 dpi, 900 dpi, 1,200 dpi 600 dpi, 1,200 dpi Ink set...
  • Page 187 Chapter 8 Appendix Item JV200-160B CJV200-160B Media heater PRE, PRINT, POST (Independent control) NCU (Nozzle clogging detection) Options DAS (Automatic correction Provided function) Interior lighting UV unit *7, 8 *8, 9 Interface Data transfer Ethernet 1000BASE-T , USB 2.0 Hi-speed...
  • Page 188 Chapter 8 Appendix Item JV200-160B CJV200-160B 140 kg (172 kg) Weight...
  • Page 189 Chapter 8 Appendix *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. 3 inch only for high-speed printing. *5. Excluding media size variation and initial loading fluctuations. *6.

  • Page 190: License Library

    Chapter 8 Appendix 8.2 LICENSE Library Mimaki printer Firmware Copyright @2020 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO.,LTD. All rights reserved. This product contain open source software listed in the tables below. Component License StarterWare for ARM® based TI Sitara Processors BSD-TI The following license terms and conditions shall apply to the open source software listed in the table above: BSD-TI Copyright (C) 2010 Texas Instruments Incorporated - http://www.ti.com/...
  • Page 191 Operation manual April, 2025 MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO.,LTD. 2182-3 Shigeno-otsu, Tomi-shi, Nagano 389-0512 JAPAN D203857-11-22042025...
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