MIMAKI JV3-75SPII Operation Manual

MIMAKI JV3-75SPII Operation Manual

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OPERATION MANUAL
MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.
TKB Gotenyama Building, 5-9-41, Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0001, Japan
Phone: +81-3-5420-8671
Fax: +81-3-5420-8687
URL: http://www.mimaki.co.jp/
E-mail: trading@mimaki.jp
D201090-15

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  • Page 1 OPERATION MANUAL MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. TKB Gotenyama Building, 5-9-41, Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0001, Japan Phone: +81-3-5420-8671 Fax: +81-3-5420-8687 URL: http://www.mimaki.co.jp/ E-mail: trading@mimaki.jp D201090-15...
  • Page 3: Foreword

    Foreword Congratulations on your purchase of a MIMAKI "JV3-75SPII/130SPII" model of color ink jet printer. The JV3-75SPII/130SPII is a color ink-jet printer applicable to high quality printing with solvent ink. The printer can be set up in one of the three ink settings. The four-color setting uses four ink cartridges (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, 2 each).
  • Page 4 FCC Statement (USA) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS Foreword ..........................i How to read this Operation Manual .................. vii Display on the LCD and Indication of the Keys ................vii Pictorial signs used in this manual ..................... viii Example of pictorial signs ......................viii Structure of this Operation Manual ....................ix Features ..........................
  • Page 6 Setting the media on the device ..................2.8 Changing the drier fan angle ..................... 2.8 Setting a roll holder ........................2.9 Setting roll media on the device ....................2.11 Operating the lock pin (JV3-130SPII) ..................2.16 Switching the direction of winding of the media ..............2.17 Setting the torque limiter ......................
  • Page 7 CHAPTER 5 Maintenance Maintenance of the device ....................5.2 Invoking a maintenance function ....................5.2 Setup functions ......................... 5.3 Cleaning the station interior [STATION]-[CARRIAGEout] ..........5.4 When the message [REPLACE WIPER] is displayed [STATION]-[WIPER EXCHANGE] ..5.5 Ink discharge way cleaning [STATION]-[Disway WASH] ..........5.7 When not in use the plotter over the long term [STATION]-[CUSTODYwash] ....5.9 When media thickness is changed [PRINT ADJUST] ...........
  • Page 8 Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD ..........6.6 Errors accompanied by warnings ....................6.6 Error messages ......................... 6.9 APPENDIX Basic specifications ......................A.2 Specification for ink ......................A.4 Function Flowchart ......................A.5 - vi -...
  • Page 9: How To Read This Operation Manual

    How to read this Operation Manual The following documents have been attached to JV3-75/130SPII: Setup Guide (separate volume) “Setup Guide” explains how to install JV3-75/130SPII. Operation Manual (this document) “Operation Manual” explains how to operate JV3-75/130SPII. Request for daily care (separate volume) “Request for daily care”...
  • Page 10: Pictorial Signs Used In This Manual

    Pictorial signs used in this manual Pictorial signs are used in this Operation Manual for safe operation of and in prevention of damages to the device. Pictorial signs and their meanings are given below. Read and fully understand before reading the text. •...
  • Page 11: Structure Of This Operation Manual

    Structure of this Operation Manual This manual consists of the following seven chapters to describe the handling of the device. Chapter 1 Before Use This chapter describes the name and function of each section of the device as well as ink and media. Chapter 2 Operations This chapter describes a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of plotting.
  • Page 12: Features

    Features The features of the device are described below. Together with the method of operation of the device explained in this manual, they help you understand how to use the device properly. Newly developed high-reliability high-coloring solvent ink The newly developed solvent ink allows the use of raw tarpaulin or other commercially available media, realizing high quality plotting with a low running cost.
  • Page 13 Drier fan The fan provides cold air to reduce the drying time after printing and prevent color staining during the media take-up process. Indication of the INK Remains Since the amount of ink that remains can be checked even during operation of the device, you can use the ink and media without waste.
  • Page 14: For Safe Operation

    For safe operation Pictorial signs Pictorial signs are used in this Operation Manual for safe operation of and in prevention of damages to the device. Pictorial signs and their meanings are given below. Read and fully understand before reading the text. •...
  • Page 15 WARNING • Be sure to setup the appropriate air-moving system in case of using the device in a closed room or a room with bad ventilation. • Be sure to use the device with the power supply specifications indicated. • To avoid fires or electrical shocks, the two power cables must be plugged to separate receptacles that are grounded separately.
  • Page 16: Precautions In Use

    As a criterion, wait at least 30 minutes since you turn off the power of the heater. The device can be moved within the same floor without steps. When moving it to a different place, contact representative of Mimaki Engineering. • The pack of the device is as heavy as approximately 350 kg.
  • Page 17: Cautions And Notes

    CAUTIONS and NOTES Front cover and lever Handling of ink cartridges • Never open the front cover and/or lever during • Use the JV3 genuine ink. Remember that the printing. Opening the cover or lever will abort user shall be charged for a repair to correct any printing.
  • Page 18: Position Of The Warning Label

    Position of the warning label This device is adhered with the warning label. Be sure to fully understand the warning given on the labels. In the case where any of the warning label has become so soiled that the warning message is illegible or has come off, purchase a new one from your local distributor or our office.
  • Page 19 CHAPTER 1 Before Use This chapter describes the name and function of each section of the device as well as ink and media. Table of contents Moving the device ..................1.2 Where to install the device ................1.2 Precautions in installation .................1.2 Moving the device ...................
  • Page 20: Moving The Device

    About 120kg (About 130 kg)* JV3-130SPII 2390 mm 750 mm 1240 mm About 165kg (About 175 kg) * The exhaust unit is available as an option for JV3-75SPII. 500 mm 500 mm JV3-75SPII 2850 mm JV3-130SPII 3390 mm Working environmental temperature This equipment should be used at 20-35 C to implement a stable print.
  • Page 21: Moving The Device

    Moving the device • When moving the device to a different place, contact local representative of Mimaki Engineering. If you move it, failure of damage may occur. Be sure to request a specialist to move the device. When moving the device by necessity within the same floor without steps, perform the following procedure.
  • Page 22: Configuration And Function

    The Front 12 * 11 * * This drawing illustrates fan unit set to the plotter. As for JV3-75SPII, this unit is option. Name Function Front cover It is opened when setting media or taking a corrective measure against a media jam.
  • Page 23: The Rear

    Each cartridge contains ink of a specific color. Cartridge protection cover * This cover is protect injuries, etc. due to protrusion of 440cc cartridge. (In the case of JV3-75SPII, 220cc cartrige is recommended and this cover sold separetely.) Voltage selector switch Switches between 100-120 V and 200-240 V according to the power voltage used.
  • Page 24: Operation Panel

    Operation Panel The operation panel that is used to operate the device. Display Displays a set item, a guidance error, etc. POWER lamp JOG keys [ ] [ ] [ ] [ ] It lights up (in green) when the They are used to shift the carriage power to the device is turned on.
  • Page 25: Heater Panel

    Heater panel The platen has heater built-in for printing and pre-printing. Turns on/off the power of the heaters and displays their statuses with LED indicators. When the power switch of the device is turned off, the power of the heaters is also turned off. CONSTANT indicator Heater power switch HEAT indicator...
  • Page 26: Carriage

    Carriage The carriage is provided with ink heads for printing, a cutter unit for cutting off media, etc. It is also provided with a lever for adjusting the head height according to the thickness of the media used. Page 2.6 Adjusting lever Cutter Unit Heater...
  • Page 27: Capping Station

    Capping station • When cleaning the capping station, be sure to wear the supplied goggle and gloves since you may get ink in your eyes. The capping station consists of ink caps, wipers for cleaning the heads, etc. : It covers the nozzle so as to prevent the head nozzle from drying up. Wiper : It is used to clean the head nozzle.
  • Page 28: Media Sensor

    Media sensor The media sensor detects the presence of the media and the media length. There is a media sensor on the platen. • Set up media to cover media sensor at the back side of platen absolutely. If the part of media is not on media, the media con not be detected. Media sensor Cutter blade and cutting line The carriage is provided with a cutter unit for cutting off the media that has been plotted on.
  • Page 29: Precautions In Handling The Ink Cartridge

    Precautions in handling the ink cartridge • Ink is organic solvent. If ink settles on the skin or clothes, immediately wash it off with soap and water. If you get ink in your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with a lot of clean water for at least 15 minutes.
  • Page 30: Precautions In Handling The Media

    Precautions in handling the media Carefully observe the following when handling the media. • Use media recommended by MIMAKI for stable, high-quality plotting. • Heater temperature setting according to media characteristics Set the temperature of the preheater and print heater according to the type and characteristic of the media used.
  • Page 31: Types Of Media That Can Be Used

    The types and sizes of media that can be used with the device are explained below. Types of media that can be used • Tarpaulin • FF (Flexible Face) • PVC Sizes of media that can be used Media Size JV3-75SPII JV3-130SPII Maximum 810 mm 1371 mm Minimum 210 mm...
  • Page 32: Setting The Heater Voltage

    • The heater temperature will not rise to the set temperature if it is plugged to a 100-120V source while the voltage selector is set to 220V. Connecting to a 100-120V source (As for JV3-75SPII, set the two voltage selectors.) Connecting to a 200-240V source (As for JV3-75SPII, set the two voltage selectors.)
  • Page 33: Menu Mode

    MENU mode There are the following four mode in this device. Each of the four modes is explained below. NOT-READY mode This is the mode before the media detector. The keys other than the [REMOTE] key are effective. LOCAL mode This is the mode after the media detection.
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  • Page 35: Operation

    CHAPTER 2 Operation This chapter describes a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of plotting. Table of contents Operation ....................... 2.2 Switching on the power supply ..............2.3 Turning the power on ..................2.3 Front cover /Maintenance cover ..............2.4 Opening/closing the front cover and maintenance cover ........
  • Page 36: Operation

    Operation The following shows a series of operations and settings, ranging from power-on to end of plotting. For details on each item, refer to the reference page. Turn on the power on P. 2.3 Check the head height P. 2.6 Set the media P.
  • Page 37: Switching On The Power Supply

    Switching on the power supply The device is provided with the following two different power switches. Main power switch : Located on the rear face of the device. Normally, leave this switch turned on. If this switch is left turned off, the head nozzles may be clogged. Nozzle clogging may not be recovered depending on the symptom.
  • Page 38: Front Cover /Maintenance Cover

    Front cover /Maintenance cover Opening/closing the front cover and maintenance cover • Keep the front cover and maintenance cover closed during plotting opera- tion. Opening the cover during plotting interrupts image plotting and disables continuous processing. If you open the cover during plotting, the carriage will stop for safety, resulting in abortion of plotting.
  • Page 39: Relationships Between Ink Station And Head Row

    Relationships between ink station and head row The carriage mounts four heads each with two rows of nozzles. One color ink is applied to each row of nozzles. Remember these relationships when checking the heads for clogged nozzles, replacing ink cartridge and replenishing inks.
  • Page 40: Adjusting The Head Height

    Adjusting the head height The head can be adjusted in height in two different stages, upper and lower, according to thickness of a media used for plotting. This adjusting function enables the device to respond to light-weight media such as paper and film and heavy-weight media such as tarpaulin as thick as 1.0 mm.
  • Page 41 3. Adjust the height adjusting lever according to the media to be used. • Set the height adjusting lever to the highest stage or the lowest stage. Setting it to the intermediate height, a plotting fault can result. 4. Keeping the height adjusting lever held at the aforementioned position, tighten the two screws.
  • Page 42: Setting The Media On The Device

    Setting the media on the device The media that can be used with the device are roll media and leaf media. Use the media commended by MIMAKI. • If a transparent media is set, the following message appears on the LCD and the media may not be detected.
  • Page 43: Setting A Roll Holder

    Setting a roll holder • Attach the roll holder with two people. The attachment position (height) of the roll holder can be set in three steps. Depending on the media, change the attachment position of the roll holder by reducing or increasing the heater contact time.
  • Page 44 4. Fit the roll assembly. Fit the roll assembly so that the horseshoe-shaped section at the end of the roll base fits the roll guide rail. - 2.10 -...
  • Page 45: Setting Roll Media On The Device

    Setting roll media on the device The procedure for setting roll media on the device is described below. • The roll media is heavy in weight. Take care not to drop it on your foot. STEPS: 1. Pull up the clamp lever at the back of the device.
  • Page 46 6. Insert the right-hand roll holder into the core of the roll media. After inserting the roll holder completely into the core of the roll media, fix it with the screw. 7. Pull the clamp lever at the front of the device. 8.
  • Page 47 10. Push the clamp lever at the back of the device. The clamp lever on the front face is lowered to hold the media. (for temporary setting) When the roll holder is attached at the top or bottom position, it is necessary to use the lock pin. page 2.16 11.
  • Page 48 14. Hold midium with a media press lightly. • When using a leaf media, set it so that it does not run off to the right of the pinch roller at the right end. • When using a thick media, remove the media press from the media before plotting.
  • Page 49 18. Fix the media to the empty paper tube using an adhesive tape. • Check that there is no slack or wrinkle, caused by uneven tension, on the roll media in the range between the roll holder and the platen. While pulling the roll media from side to side evenly, clamp the lever.
  • Page 50: Operating The Lock Pin (Jv3-130Spii)

    Operating the lock pin (JV3-130SPII) Use the lock pin attached to the roll holder when it is attached to the top or bottom position. • Be sure to pull out the media on the platen before using the lock pin. Once unlocked, resetting of the media is necessary.
  • Page 51: Switching The Direction Of Winding Of The Media

    Switching the direction of winding of the media The take-up device is mounted with a switch that specifies the direction in which a media is wound. Switch LEVER lower part (FORWARD) : The take-up device winds the media Torque limiter with its plotting face faced out.
  • Page 52: Setting Cut Sheet Media On The Device

    Setting cut sheet media on the device Unlike roll media, the cut sheet media need not be fixed onto the roll holders. • When using cut sheet media, take care that it is set straight forward. STEPS: 1. Open the front cover. 2.
  • Page 53 • When using a leaf media, set it so that it does not run off to the right of the pinch roller at the right end. 4. Push down the clamp lever. 5. Close the front cover. 6. Press the [ENTER] key. ( COVER OPEN ) PRESS <...
  • Page 54: Heater-Temperature Control

    Heater-Temperature control To store the Heat temp., set the [HEATER] of the FUNCTION mode. page 4.6 FUNCTION mode - SET UP - TYPE - HEATER This section describes how to adjust the Heat Temp., which has been stored at FUNCTION mode beforehand.
  • Page 55: In Case Of Faultiness With Heater

    3. Press the [ENTER] key. 40° 40° C Print 35° 35° C The cursor is shown up on the LCD display, then can change the Temp. of Pre-Heater. 4. Select the temperature by pressing the JOG 40° 45° C keys [ ] and [ ]. Print 35°...
  • Page 56: Checking And Solving Nozzle Clogging (Test Plotting)

    Checking and solving nozzle clogging (TEST plotting) Make test plotting to check whether there is nozzle clogging or other plotting failures. If the finished test pattern shows any sign of abnormal conditions, carry out the cleaning function. • To perform the test plot on a cut sheet media, use a media whose size is A4 or larger with placed in landscape configuration.
  • Page 57 If a failure occurs...(Cleaning) STEPS: TEST & 1. Press the [TEST&CLEANING] key twice. CLEANING CLEANING HEAD SEL 2 . 3 4 CLEANING 2. Press the Jog key [ ][ ][ ][ ] to select the HEAD SEL – – . 3 4 head for cleaning.
  • Page 58: Correcting The Media Feed Rate [Media Comp.]

    Correcting the media feed rate [MEDIA COMP.] When the media type or heater temperature is changed, the amount of media feed changes. Be sure to correct dot positions. If the correction value is not appropriate, stripes may occur in the plotting, disturbing neat plotting.
  • Page 59 5. Press the [ENTER ] key. TYPE. 1 MEDIA COMP. < ent > 6. Press the [ENTER] key. TYPE. 1 PRINT START : ent 7. Press the Jog key [ ] or [ ] to enter a correc- TYPE. 1 tion value from the output pattern.
  • Page 60: Plotting An Image From Source Data

    Plotting an Image from source data Starting the plotting operation The following describes the mode selection for data reception from the computer and LCD display during plotting. For various function settings necessary for plotting, refer to “CHP4 Setting Function”. • When in use of a roll media, make sure the back side of roll media is not loosened before executing plotting.
  • Page 61: Interrupting The Plotting Operation

    Interrupting the plotting operation To interrupt the plotting operation, stop the carriage and erase (the receive data) from the device. STEPS: < LOCAL > 1. Press the [REMOTE] key to stop the plotting width : 1272 mm operation. 2. If data is being transmitted from the computer to the device, stop the data transmission.
  • Page 62: Display Detailed Plotting Information

    Display detailed plotting information On plotting the data received from the computer, the detailed plotting information can be displayed on LCD. While plotting, the more detailed plotting information can be obtained with the information displayed on LCD during plotting. When not plotting (REMOTE/LOCAL mode), the latest plotting information is displayed. When not plotting once since turning on the power of the plotter, there is no plotting infor- mation.
  • Page 63: Cut Off The Media By Hand [Media Cut]

    Cut off the media by hand [MEDIA CUT] Cutting off the media at the end of the plotting operation is explained below. • Do not turn off the main power switch on the rear face. If the main power switch is turned off, the nozzle will be clogged. •...
  • Page 64: When [Near End] Or [Ink End] Appears

    When [NEAR END] or [INK END] appears If ink in the cartridge comes to an empty, the corresponding message appears. Plotting can be continued but ink may run out during plotting. Immediately put a new ink cartridge. • In case [NEAR END] is indicated on the LCD, replace a ink cartridge in good time.
  • Page 65: Turning The Power Off

    Turning the power off When plotting is completed, push the power switch on the front face to turn the power off. To turn the power off, check first whether or not there is data received and there remains data that has not yet been output in the device. Also make sure that the head rests at the capping station.
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  • Page 67 CHAPTER 3 Daily cleaning This chapter describes daily cleaning. Table of contents Routine Maintenance ................3.2 Notes on cleaning ................. 3.2 Cleaning the platen ................3.3 Cleaning the media sensor ..............3.3 Maintenance for frame components ............3.3 Cleaning the wiper and ink caps ............3.4 Cleaning the head sides ..............
  • Page 68: Routine Maintenance

    Routine Maintenance Be sure to conduct maintenance works for the device when necessary or periodically so as to use the device for a long time while keeping its plotting accuracy. Notes on cleaning • When using the maintenance cleaning fluid RS, be sure to wear the protec- tive glasses.
  • Page 69: Cleaning The Platen

    Maintenance for frame components If the frame components of the device have stained, dampen a piece of soft cloth with water or neutral detergent diluted with water, squeeze it and wipe the frame components clean. Cleaning the platen • Clean the platen after the platen cools down. The platen may be stained by lint or dust since the media is cut on it.
  • Page 70: Cleaning The Wiper And Ink Caps

    Cleaning the wiper and ink caps The ink cap prevents clogging of the head nozzle caused by dried nozzle. The wiper wipes out ink adhered to the head nozzle. As the device is used to plot images, the wipers and ink caps gradually become stained with ink and dust.
  • Page 71 8. Remove the ink at the wiper and the bracket using a swab dampened with cleaning fluid RS. • If dirt of curl is serious, replace the wiper with a new one. At the time of replacement, be sure to terminate the plotter operation and follow the wiper replacement procedure.
  • Page 72: Cleaning The Head Sides

    Cleaning the head sides As the device is used to plot images, the head sides gradually become stained with ink and dust. Open the maintenance cover, and wipe the head sides with a swab. STEPS: 1. Turn off the power to the device. Page 2.3 2.
  • Page 73: Use The Cleaning Kit

    Use the cleaning kit In case the internal section is dirty or if nozzle missing cannot be resolved even after clean- ing ( page 2.23, 4.10), use the cleaning kit. The cleaning kit contains the following items. Do not use alcohol or water. When using the supplied maintenance cleaning fluid, be sure to wear the supplied protec- tive glasses.
  • Page 74: Cleaning The Nozzle [Nozzle Wash]

    Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH] • If nozzle clogging cannot be resolved even after cleaning several times, execute the [FILL UP INK] and [HEAD WASH] functions. page 5.18, 19 If this error cannot be resolved with these functions, contact your dealer. •...
  • Page 75 10. Holding the projections at both ends, insert the wiper which has cleaned into place. 11. Press the [ENTER] key. Fill the Liquid. COMPLETED :ent 12. Fill the cap with the cleaning fluid using a dropper. 13. Close the front cover, STATION 14.
  • Page 76: When The Waste Ink Tank Becomes Full

    When the waste ink tank becomes full Waste ink used for cleaning the heads will gather in the waste ink tank. When the waste ink has gathered to exceed the marker line on the tank, immediately replace the tank with a new waste ink tank. STEPS: 1.
  • Page 77 CHAPTER 4 Setting Function This chapter describes operations and setting necessary for plotting. Table of contents Basic operations of menus ................4.2 Function mode ....................4.4 Registering a type ................... 4.4 Changing the type ................... 4.4 Setup functions ....................4.5 Setting suitable heater temperature ............4.11 Setting exhaust fan and drier fan ..............
  • Page 78: Basic Operations Of Menus

    Basic operations of menus This section describes how to change over the operation modes and how to operate the menus. The following gives the key operation flow to invoke menus. For detailed menu configuration, refer to Appendix. REMOTE < LOCAL > ∗...
  • Page 79 1. Select the LOCAL mode. Ascertain first that the device does not perform printing under the REMOTE mode, then press the [REMOTE] key to enter the LOCAL mode. 2. Select the FUNCTION mode. Press the [FUNCTION] key, and the device will enter the FUNCTION mode. The FUNCTION mode is divided into two: the setup function and maintenance function.
  • Page 80: Function Mode

    Function mode The FUNCTION mode consists of 18 items. The 18 items can be registered for each of the following four types. If the type has been registered for each media type, it becomes easy to change plotting conditions when the media type is changed. Example) Type1 For Tarpaulin 1...
  • Page 81: Setup Functions

    Setup functions The following describes the overview of and settings for each function. Name Function MEDIACOMP. Correct the amount of feed for media P.4-6, A.6 HEATER Set the printer heater condition P.4-6, A.6 PRINT MODE Set the plot quality, plot direction, and logical seek P.4-7, A.6 INK LAYERS Set the number of over writing...
  • Page 82 MEDIACOMP. P. 2.24, A.6 When the media type or heater temperature is changed, be sure to correct the amount of feed according to the media thickness. (-255-255) HEATER P. 2.20, 4.12, A.6 Sets the printer heater and preheater built in the platen. PRE HEAT : Sets the temperature of the preheater.
  • Page 83 PRINT MODE P. A.6 Sets the plot quality, plot direction, and logical seek. QUALITY : Select the quality image from three items. (STANDARD, FINE, FAST) DIRECTION : Specifies the head movement direction along which plotting is made. [UNI-D] specifies that plotting is made while the head is moving to the left. [BI-D] specifies that plotting is made while the head is moving to the left and right.
  • Page 84 INK LAYERS P. A.6 Sets the number of overwriting if ink coloring is poor. (1-9 times) DRYING TIME P. A.6 This function sets an ink drying time. It sets the function for drying ink. The drying time is the wait time by scanning and the time interval between the instant at which the plotting operation is completed and the instant at which the media plotted is cut off.
  • Page 85 PRE-FEED P. A.6 Media that require high heater temperature for plotting, or other types of media that have a soft surface, sometimes stick to the platen or rise from the platen. This will cause a feed problem and a service call may be necessary. When such a problem is anticipated, set PRE-FEED to ON.
  • Page 86 MEDIA SET P. A.7 This function sets the method of media detection. SELECT : During the initial operation, the device displays a menu for selection of “roll media” or “cut sheet media”. When “roll media” is selected, only the width of the media is detected. When “cut sheet media”...
  • Page 87: Setting Suitable Heater Temperature

    Setting suitable heater temperature The following describes the procedure for setting the suitable heater temperature at the time of heater temperature depends on the media type and ambient temperature. page 2.20 Set a temperature which is suitable for each media. Non-coated media and media with a long ink drying time improve the ink fixing and drying characteristics.
  • Page 88: Setting Exhaust Fan And Drier Fan

    Setting exhaust fan and drier fan The following sets up the rotational operation of the exhaust fan which lets out the order of ink and the drier fan which used to provide cool air for drying the media after plotting. STOP TIME Stops rotation of the exhaust fan and the drier fan at the specified period of time inter- val after plotting.
  • Page 89: Effective Plotting Area

    Effective Plotting Area The device has an area which cannot perform printing, due to mechanical reasons. This area is called “ dead space”. 0 mm 110 mm Effective Effective 15 mm 15 mm 15 mm 15 mm printing printing area area Media feeding...
  • Page 90: Establishing An Origin

    Establishing An Origin Establish an origin in terms of data on media loaded on the device. In the case of printing with the unspecified origin, set the origin again. STEPS: 1. After the media detection is completed, move <LOCAL> Width : 1272 mm the carriage to the position at which to estab- lish an origin by pressing the JOG keys [ ], [ ], [ ] and [ ].
  • Page 91: Correcting The Media Feed Rate During Operation

    Correcting the media feed rate during operation In the “MEDIA COMP.”, operations are in a LOCAL mode. The following describes the procedures altering the media feed rate during operation or in the REMOTE mode. ( [MEDIA COMP.] page 2.24). STEPS: 1.
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  • Page 93 CHAPTER 5 Maintenance In order to keep the plotter in good operating condition, it is necessary to carry out maintenance of the device periodically. This chapter describes the functions that help solve the problem of deteriora- tion in image quality and replace a worn cutter blade. The device needs maintenance when it is left out of operation for a long period of time.
  • Page 94: Maintenance Of The Device

    Maintenance of the device The term “maintenance” as used herein refers to the operation that has to be performed to keep the device in good operating condition. To carry out maintenance of the device, select [MAINTENANCE] from the FUNCTION menu and make the necessary settings. Invoking a maintenance function In order to execute any of the maintenance functions, it is necessary to perform the follow- ing operation on the operation panel.
  • Page 95: Setup Functions

    Makes setting to move up the wiper replacement warning depending on the operating environment. page 5.26 USE 440cc Enabling the use of 440cc cartridge with JV3-75SPII. page 5.27 TIME SET Sets the date and time of the built-in calender of the device.
  • Page 96: Cleaning The Station Interior [Station]-[Carriageout]

    Cleaning the station interior [STATION]-[CARRIAGEout] Move the carriage when cleaning the station interior and replacing the consumable parts. • Do not move the carriage out of the capping station by hand. Select the [STATION]-[CARRIAGEout] to move the carriage. For the [STATION] function, there are two following items. CARRIAGEout : Move the carriage for maintenance of the station interior.
  • Page 97: When The Message [Replace Wiper] Is Displayed [Station]-[Wiper Exchange]

    When the message [REPLACE WIPER] is displayed [STATION]- [WIPER EXCHANGE] The wipers are consumable parts. When the following message is displayed, replace the wipers with new ones. < LOCAL > REPLACE WIPER At the same time, clean the ink at the bottom of the slider. •...
  • Page 98 7. Clean the wiper guide shaft using a cotton bud or cloth. If dirt is hard to remove, use a cotton bud of cloth dampened with water. 8. Close the front cover. 9. Press the [ENTER] key. INITIALIZING The menu returns to the LOCAL mode. PLEASE WAIT <...
  • Page 99: Ink Discharge Way Cleaning [Station]-[Disway Wash]

    Ink discharge way cleaning [STATION]-[Disway WASH] The ink discharge way may become clogged by coagulated ink. It must be cleaned at regular intervals to avoid clogging. Ink discharge way: Tubing between the cap and the waste ink tank • When cleaning the ink station and head, be sure to wear the supplied goggle and gloves since you may get ink in your eyes.
  • Page 100 5. Open the front cover. 6. Remove cleaning fluid RS with a dropper. During the suction pause period, drop cleaning fluid RS until just before it overflows from the cap. Repeat at all other caps. 7. Close the front cover. 8.
  • Page 101: When Not In Use The Plotter Over The Long Term [Station]-[Custodywash]

    When not in use the plotter over the long term [STATION]-[CUSTODYwash] When not in use the plotter over a week, perform “CUSTODYwash” function to clean the head nozzle and ink discharge way. After performing the function, store the plotter. Cleaning tools •...
  • Page 102 7. Remove the ink at the wiper and the bracket using a swab dampened with cleaning fluid RS. • If dirt of curl is serious, replace the wiper with a new one. At the time of replacement, be sure to terminate the plotter operation and follow the wiper replacement procedure.
  • Page 103 14. Press the [ENTER] key. INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT Perform the nozzle cleaning. After completing the nozzle cleaning, the head moves on the STATION platen. COMPLETED : ent 15. Open the front cover. 16. Fill the cap with the cleaning fluid using a pipette.
  • Page 104: When Media Thickness Is Changed [Print Adjust]

    When media thickness is changed [PRINT ADJUST] When the media thickness, head height, ink type is changed, the dot position is subtly different. This function corrects the dot positions to ensure that the accurate plotting result is obtained. The dot positions are corrected by comparing the ink dropping positions on each of the seven test patterns between the two plotting directions.
  • Page 105 5. Press the [ENTER] key. MAINTENANCE PATTERN 2 = 0. 0 6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 to correct the dot posi- MAINTENANCE tions on Patterns 2 to 7. PATTERN 3 = 0. 0 Select the correct dot positions on each of the patterns. MAINTENANCE Enter the dot position correction value on Patterns 1 to 7 and PATTERN 4...
  • Page 106: Regular Wiping Function [Int.wiping]

    Regular wiping function [INT.WIPING] In case of setting for heaters at high temperature, or setting too much amount of ink per unit (high concentration, render set, etc.) on the plotter, “spray”, “mass of ink”, or “nozzle- out” phenomena may happen due to evaporation of the solvent media that may condense on a print-head surface resulting inferior image quality.
  • Page 107 7. Press the [ENTER] key. INT.WIPING TEMP.DIFF. = 20 ° C 8. Press the jog key [ ] or [ ] to select the num- INT.WIPING ber of the scanning for the regular wiping. TEMP.DIFF. = 25 ° C • INT.WIPING function is effective in case the outside temperature is lower than the print heater temperature setting, and the temperature...
  • Page 108: Routine Cleaning [Routine Cln]

    Routine cleaning [ROUTINE CLN] To prevent clogging while not plotting, ink is ejected from the head at regular intervals. The head itself must be cleaned also at regular intervals which are set as shown below. • This function is not performed when the error message relating to ink is displayed on LCD.
  • Page 109: Sleep Cleaning [Sleep Clean]

    Sleep cleaning [SLEEP clean] To prevent clogging while the power switch has been turned off, ink is ejected from the head at regular intervals. The head itself must be cleaned also at regular intervals which are set as shown below. STEPS: 1.
  • Page 110: If Nozzles Are Clogged Even After The Cleaning Function Is Executed

    If nozzles are clogged even after the cleaning function is executed If nozzle clogging is resolved after HEAD CLEANING ( page 2.23) and NOZZLE WASH ( page 3.8) perform the following functions. FILL UP INK : The device is charges ink. HEAD WASH : Cleans the head, tube, and damper with the dedicated cleaning fluid (option).
  • Page 111: [Head Wash]

    [HEAD WASH] • The washing liquid is separately available from your local distributor. STEPS: 1. Select the [HEAD WASH]. MAINTENANCE page 5.2. HEAD WASH < ent > 2. Press the [ENTER] key. HEAD WASH HEAD SEL 2 . 3 4 3.
  • Page 112 9. When the display shown on the right appears, WASH REMOVE TOOL remove the cleaning cartridge. Cleaning fluid is discharged to the waste ink tank. When one step have been completed, the HEAD WASH display shown on the right appears. E N D <...
  • Page 113: Reduce Printing Time Of Narrow Image [Scan Width]

    Reduce printing time of narrow image [SCAN WIDTH] This function allows you to reduce the printing time by set to OFF. However nozzle out may occurs. Therefore it is recommended set to ON. When it is set to ON, scan operation is performed 60cm/23.6 inch in width (selectable) regardless of data or media width.
  • Page 114: Switching The Ink From Ss To Ss2 [Ss2< >Sschg]

    Switching the ink from SS to SS2 [SS2< >SSCHG] Switching the ink from SS to SS2, or the other way around, make sure to perform these procedure as follows. • Changing the ink sets (4 colors/6 colors/8 colors) is not available on this function.
  • Page 115: Drawing Setup Conditions [List]

    Drawing setup conditions [LIST] This function outputs the current settings of the device. They are useful in carrying out maintenance of the device. SET UP : Indicates a value that is specified with the FUNCTION. PRINTadjust : Indicates a correction value for dot position. REPLACE COUNTER : Indicates the number of times the ink cartridges are replaced.
  • Page 116: Plotting Hex Code [Data Dump]

    Plotting HEX CODE [DATA DUMP] Use the function when command error or parameter error ( Page 6.9) occurs. This function plots data commands received from the computer, in HEX code. The HEX code is an alphanumeric representation of plotting commands. By using this code, it is possible to check if there are any abnormal data commands.
  • Page 117: Wiper Life Warning [Wipe Level]

    Wiper Life warning [WIPE LEVEL] The wipers are consumable parts. The head becomes dirty easily on dusty locations. The head cannot be cleaned adequately with a curled or worn wiper. This setting moves up the wiper replacement warning depending on the operating environ- ment.
  • Page 118: When Use The 440Cc Ink Cartridges [Use 440Cc]

    When use the 440cc ink cartridges [USE 440cc] In case of JV3-75SPII, 440cc cartridges and protection cover are optional items. When 440cc cartridges is used on JV3-75SPII, the following steps are required. • The protection cover is separately available from your local distributor.
  • Page 119: Setting Time [Time Set]

    Setting time [TIME SET] The device incorporates a calender. [TIME STAMP] function of the FUNCTION mode displays the date and time depending on this setting. page 4.10 • Only Time can be set. Date cannot be set. STEPS: 1. Select the [TIME SET] and then press the [EN- MAINTENANCE TIME SET <...
  • Page 120: Displaying Device Information [Information]

    Displaying device information [INFORMATION] Displays the firmware version, serial number, and dealer number of the device. If trouble occurs, please inform the dealer of the contents of the trouble as well as this information. This can make solution quicker. STEPS: 1.
  • Page 121: Replace The Cutter Blade

    Replace the cutter blade Cutter blades are consumables. When the cutter blade has became blunt, replace the cutter blade with a new one (SPA-0107). • The blade tip is sharp. Take care to prevent possible personal injury. • Store the cutter blades in a place that is out of the reach of children. Be sure to dispose of the worn-out cutter blades according to the relevant national and local ordinances in which the device is used.
  • Page 122: Ink Exchanging Procedure

    Ink exchanging procedure The current ink set can be altered. Change from 4-color ink set to 6-color or 8 color ink set. Change from 6-color ink set to 4-color or 8 color ink set. Change from 8-color ink set to 4-color or 6 color ink set. 4-color ink set Two ink cartridges of the same color can be placed per head for fast and high-quality printing.
  • Page 123 STEPS: 1. Select the [HEAD WASH]. MAINTENANCE page 5.2. HEAD WASH < ent > 2. Press the [ENTER] key. HEAD WASH HEAD SEL 2 . 3 4 3. Press [ ][ ][ ][ ] key to select the head for HEAD WASH HEAD SEL –...
  • Page 124 9. When the display shown at right appears, WASH remove the cleaning cartridge. REMOVE TOOL Cleaning fluid is suctioned up. When one step have been completed, the HEAD WASH display shown on the right appears. E N D < > W A S H If you want to wash the head again, press the [ ] key to go to the step 6.
  • Page 125 13. Place the ink cartridges in the ink stations. S e t a S o l - I N K A beep sound is heard when the ink cartridge is placed c a r t r i d g e correctly.
  • Page 126: Using The Small Amount Of Remaining Ink In The 440Cc Ink Cartridge

    Using the small amount of remaining ink in the 440cc ink cartridge For the 440cc ink cartrige, when [NEAR END] or [INK END] is displyed some ink may remain in the ink cartridge. At this time it is possible to use remaining ink by selecting the amount.
  • Page 127: Using Further Remaining Ink In The Ink Cartridge

    5. Press the Jog key [ ] or [ ] to select the Example of adding 20cc amout of ink you want to use (in 10cc incre- ADD REMAIN ments). + 0 cc + 20 cc * Maximum ink amount can be used for this function is 30cc. Current Value Total Value 6.
  • Page 128 3. To use the remaining ink, reinsert the ink car- ADD REMAIN ? - K - - - - - - tridge. ADD REMAIN 4. Press the [ENTER] key. Yes : ent No : end If press the [END] key, it cancel the operation and return to the LOCAL mode.
  • Page 129 CHAPTER 6 When abnormal conditions are encountered Chapter 6 describes corrective measures to be taken in the case where an abnormal phenomenon arises on the device and where an error message is given on the display. Table of contents Before taking a phenomenon as a sign of failure .......... 6.2 The device cannot be energized ..............
  • Page 130: Before Taking A Phenomenon As A Sign Of Failure

    Before taking a phenomenon as a sign of failure Corrective measures against troubles in the case where no error message is given on the LCD are described in this section. Be sure to take the following measures before taking the trouble as a sign of failure. If the measures fail restore the device to the normal state, contact your local MIMAKI distributor or MIMAKI office to call for service.
  • Page 131: Paper Jamming Arises/Media Is Soiled

    Paper jamming arises/media is soiled A jam of the media or a stained media is considered to occur when an unsuitable media is used or the media is set improperly. Use media specific to the device. Are you using media specific to the device? Avoid media that has curls or Are you using media that has...
  • Page 132: If Image Quality Declines

    If image quality declines Corrective measures against troubles in the case where satisfactory image quality is not provided are described in this station. Take measures in accordance with actual state of the picture. If the measures fail restore the device to the normal state, contact your local MIMAKI distributor or MIMAKI office call for service.
  • Page 133: Ink Cartridge Trouble

    The menu will return to the LOCAL mode automatically when no trouble exists. Color of INK KKMMCCYY WRONG CARTRIDGE KKMMCCYY Expiration KKMMCCYY NO CARTRIDGE KKMMCCYY NOT Use 440 cc KKMMCCYY Indicated only in the case of JV3-75SPII - 6.5 -...
  • Page 134: Troubles For Which Error Messages Are Given On The Lcd

    Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD If something is wrong with the device, the buzzer sounds and a corresponding error mes- sage is given on the LCD. Take an appropriate corrective measure in accordance with the message. Errors accompanied by warnings These errors arise on the ink-related components.
  • Page 135 Protection cover is available at KKMMCCYY (Indicated only the case of our nearest dealer. After fixing JV3-75SPII.) the protection cover on JV3- 75SPII, carry out the setting of [USE 440cc]. page 5.33 The plotter is going to plot at...
  • Page 136 Warning message Cause Corrective measure The preheater or print heater Press the [HEATER] key to <LOCAL> HEATER has failed. display the details of the error. width: xxxxx mm Check the error. ∗ REMOTE ∗ HEATER TYPE. 1 0.0 0 m Turn on the power of the The power of the heater is Heater Power OFF...
  • Page 137: Error Messages

    Error messages Error messages indicates error numbers. If any error message is given on the LCD, turn off the power to the device and turn it on after a while. If the same error message appears again on the LCD, contact your local MIMAKI distribu- tor or MIMAKI office to call for service.
  • Page 138: Error Message

    Error message Cause Corrective measure HOST I/F Timeout error has Check to be sure that the cable ERROR 23 HOST I / F arisen during communication is securely connected to the between the host computer host computer and interface and interface board. board.
  • Page 139: Appendix

    APPENDIX This appendix describes the specifications and components the device, function menu structure. Table of contents Basic specifications ..............A.2 Specification for ink ..............A.4 Function Flowchart ..............A.5 - A.1 -...
  • Page 140: Basic Specifications

    Basic specifications Item JV3-75SPII JV3-130SPII Printing head Method Piezo-electric drop-on demand Specification 4-heads Inlines Nozzle 360 nozzles for each color Resolution 360, 540, 720, 1440 dpi Drawing mode 4-color ink set 360 x 360 dpi : 1 / 2 / 4 passes, Unidirection / bidirection...
  • Page 141 Item JV3-75SPII JV3-130SPII Roll Media Maximum 810 mm 1371 mm size Minimum 210 mm 210 mm Thickness 1.0 mm or less 1.0 mm or less Roll outside diameter * Ø 180 mm or less Ø 180 mm or less Roll weight *...
  • Page 142: Specification For Ink

    Specification for ink Item Specifications Color Black ink cartridge Cyan ink cartridge Magenta ink cartridge Yellow ink cartridge Light cyan ink cartridge Light magenta ink cartridge Special color ink cartridge • White • Other (Scheduled for release aftertime) Contents of ink 220 cc / 440 cc per cartridge Shelf life One year from the data of manufacture (at room temperature)
  • Page 143: Function Flowchart

    Function Flowchart In Media Fitting < > <LOCAL> Detevting MEDIA ** MEDIA ** MEDIA SELECT PLEASE WAIT Y=xxxx X=xxxx ROLL< >LEAF <LOCAL> width:xxxxmm How to set origin < > <LOCAL> ORIGIN SETUP ORIGIN SETUP width:xxxxmm ** ORIGIN ** ------- FUNCTION HEATER Key : HEATER ENTER...
  • Page 144 FUNCTION Key : FUNCTION > FUNCTION ENTER ENTER ENTER ENTER <LOCAL> FUNCTION SET UP TYPE. TYPE. PRINTING TYPE. width:xxxxmm SET UP <ENT> SELECT :TYPE.1 MEDIACOMP. <ent> PRINT START PLEASE WAIT ADJUST TYPE.1~4 -255~255 ENTER ENTER TYPE. TYPE. TYPE. HEATER <ent> PRE HEAT <ent>...
  • Page 145 Following Following ENTER TYPE. TYPE. FUNCTION COLOR PTN. <ent> COLOR PTN. : OFF SET UP <ENT> ON, OFF ENTER TYPE. TYPE. REFRESH <ent> REFRESH : LEVEL3 LEVEL1~3 ENTER TYPE. TYPE. MEDIA SET <ent> :SELECT SELECT, WIDTH ENTER TYPE. TYPE. VACUUM <ent>...
  • Page 146 Following Following ENTER ENTER FUNCTION MAINTENANCE PRINTING MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE PRINT START :ent PLEASE WAIT PATTERN1 = 0.0 MAINTENANCE<ENT> PRINTadjust <ent> PATTERN1~7 -40.0~40.0 > FUNCTION ENTER ENTER INT.WIPING MAINTENANCE INT.WIPING SCAN COUNT = INT.WIPING <ent> SCAN COUNT <ent> 0 ~ 9990 FUNCTION ENTER INT.WIPING...
  • Page 147 Following Following ENTER FUNCTION MAINTENANCE * REMOTE * MAINTENANCE<ENT> DATA DUMP <ent> ** DATA DAMP ** FUNCTION ENTER MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WIPE LEVEL <ent> WIPE LEVEL :1/10 10/10 ~ 1/10 FUNCTION ENTER When 440cc cartridges in used on JV3- MAINTENANCE Set a cover ? USE 440cc <ent>...
  • Page 148 Reproduction of this manual is strictly prohibited. All Rights Reserved. Copyright © MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. 2008.6 D201090-15-20062008 A.10...
  • Page 150 Printed in Japan © MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. FW: 7.5...

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