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User's Guide ValueJet 1204
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Eco-Solvent
Ultra Printer
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AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011

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  • Page 1 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 User’s Guide VJ-1204 Eco-Solvent Ultra Printer FOR EUROPE ONLY! AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011...

  • Page 2: User's Guide Valuejet 1204

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011...

  • Page 3: Contents

    This document may not be reproduced by any means, in whole or in part, without written permission of the copyright owner. This document is furnished to support the Mutoh ValueJet 1204 printer. In consideration of the furnishing of the information contained in this document, the party to whom it is given, assumes its custody and control...
  • Page 4 The product and the contents of this publication may be changed without prior notification. • MUTOH Belgium nv has made the best efforts to keep this publication free from errors, but if you find any uncertainties or misprints, please call us or the reseller from which you bought this equipment.

  • Page 5: Ap-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011

    Purpose and Target Readers Thank you for purchasing a Mutoh ValueJet 1204 printer! This guide explains preparations before use and operation procedures for MUTOH’s Full Colour Inkjet printer VJ-1204. This guide is prepared for the owners and operators of this product.

  • Page 6: User's Guide Valuejet

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011...

  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ......................... 9 ............................ 10 NTRODUCTION ....................... 10 ARNINGS CAUTIONS AND NOTES ....................... 10 MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ..........................13 ARNING LABELS ......................15 PERATION PROCEDURE LABELS PRODUCT OVERVIEW ........................... 17 ............................18 EATURES ....................
  • Page 8 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011...

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS NTRODUCTION ARNINGS CAUTIONS AND NOTES MPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ARNING LABELS 1.4.1 Handling the operation procedure labels 1.4.2 Locations and types of warning labels PERATION PROCEDURE LABELS 1.5.1 Handling the operation procedure labels 1.5.2 Locations and types of warning labels AP-75740 –...

  • Page 10: Introduction

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview 1.1 INTRODUCTION This chapter explains about the printer installation, warning terms which the operator needs to know, caution items and warning labels stuck on the printer main unit. Caution • When performing installation and operation of the printer, be sure to follow the directions and warnings mentioned in this document.
  • Page 11 Immediately switch off the power, disconnect the power plug from the electric socket, and contact your local MUTOH dealer. While installing optional items, be sure to switch OFF the power of the printer and pull out the power plug.
  • Page 12 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview Caution Pay attention to the following points, while handling the power cable. Do not place or keep heavy objects on the power cable. • Do not bend, twist or pull the power cable by force. •...

  • Page 13: Warning Labels

    • It is necessary to replace the labels if they are damaged, lost or illegible. If the warning labels have to be replaced, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 1.4.2 Locations and types of warning labels N°...
  • Page 14 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011...

  • Page 15: Operation Procedure Labels

    • It is necessary to replace the labels if they are damaged, lost or illegible. If the operation procedure labels have to be replaced, contact your local MUTOH dealer. 1.5.2 Locations and types of warning labels N°...
  • Page 16 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011...

  • Page 17: Product Overview

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview 2 PRODUCT OVERVIEW EATURES AME OF THE PARTS AND FUNCTIONS 2.2.1 Front section 2.2.2 Rear section 2.2.3 Operation panel RINTER MODE 2.3.1 Normal mode 2.3.2 Menu mode 2.3.3 Changing the printer mode AP-75740 –...

  • Page 18: Features

    3) Vibrant colour reproduction ValueJet 1204 utilizes Mutoh’s latest generation Eco-Solvent Ultra inks for indoor and outdoor applications. This printer uses 220 ml of eco solvent ink cassettes with a dedicated IC chip. The ink level inside of the ink...

  • Page 19: Name Of The Parts And Functions

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview 2.2 NAME OF THE PARTS AND FUNCTIONS In this section, the names and functions of each part are explained. 2.2.1 Front section N° Name Function Media hold lever To fix and release media. Operation panel To make all printer related settings.

  • Page 20: Rear Section

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview 2.2.2 Rear section N° Name Function AC inlet To connect the power cable. Network interface To connect the network interface cable. connector USB connector To connect the USB cable. Scroller receiver To install the scroller with roll media. Media feed slot To insert roll media.

  • Page 21: Operation Panel

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview 2.2.3 Operation panel This section explains the name and the function of each operation key and status light. Notes Refer to the following for details regarding the operation method of the operation panel. •...
  • Page 22 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview (1) Operation keys in the Normal mode N° Key Function [Menu] Changes to Menu mode. [Enter] [Cleaning] Cleans the printer head when pressed for two seconds or more. During printing: Printing is terminated and the remaining data is deleted. During receiving/analysis: All data received and analysed data is already [Cancel] deleted and the currently received data of the next print file is ignored.
  • Page 23 When an error requiring a restart (fatal malfunction of the printer operation) occurs, all lights will blink. • Contact your local MUTOH dealer if the malfunction cannot be solved. • For more information please refer to: “Error requiring a restart”.

  • Page 24: Printer Mode

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 2: Product Overview 2.3 PRINTER MODE This section explains the printer modes of the printer and how to change them. 2.3.1 Normal mode The printer is ready to print. • The media is loaded and the media type is set. •...

  • Page 25: Installing The Unit

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit 3 INSTALLING THE UNIT NTRODUCTION NSTALLATION SPACE NSTALLATION PROCEDURE OWER CABLE CONNECTION 3.4.1 Important notes and cautions 3.4.2 Connection procedure WITCHING THE POWER ON 3.5.1 Switching the power ON 3.5.2 Switching the power OFF NSTALLING INK CASSETTES FOR THE FIRST TIME 3.6.1 Replacing ink cassettes...

  • Page 26: Introduction

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit 3.1 INTRODUCTION This section explains how to fully install the assembled printer. For further information on how to assemble your ValueJet printer, please refer to the Installation Guide. 3.2 INSTALLATION SPACE Install on a level floor which meets the following conditions.

  • Page 27: Installation Procedure

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit 3.3 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Installation procedure when using the network connection Starting point: ASSEMBLED VALUEJET ↓ Step Action Reference Connect the power cable. Power Cable Connection Install the ink cassettes. Installing ink cassettes for the first time Connect the printer to the PC.

  • Page 28: Power Cable Connection

    • Contact your local Mutoh technician, when the earth connection cannot be established, or when the earth connection is not given. AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011...

  • Page 29: Connection Procedure

    If the power cable is damaged, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Notes • If you cannot use earth terminals nor find any of them, contact your local Mutoh distributor. • Do not unplug the power cable when the printer is on. If the power cable has been unplugged, leave the printer for at least 1 minute before plugging the cable in again.

  • Page 30: Switching The Power On / Off

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit 3.5 SWITCHING THE POWER ON / OFF 3.5.1 Switching the power ON Press the [Power] key to switch ON the printer. Step 1 : • The Power indication light lights green. •...

  • Page 31: Switching The Power Off

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit 3.5.2 Switching the power OFF Before powering off, be sure that: Step 1 : • Printing or other operations are stopped or finished. • The printer (and operation panel) is in normal mode. •...
  • Page 32 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit Notes • If there is a problem during the Power off sequence, the printer displays a message and may stop operating. In case operation stops, refer to “Troubleshooting” and deal with the problem. •...

  • Page 33: Installing Ink Cassettes For The First Time

    Notes • When filling ink in the machine, use Mutoh original Eco-Solvent Ultra inks only. This printer has been fine tuned for use of genuine ink cassettes. In case of using non original ink cassettes. Printing might become blurred and the end of ink in the cassette might no longer be correctly detected.
  • Page 34 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit Take out the cleaning cassette from the solvent resistant blister. Step 2 : Install the cleaning cassette into the ink cassette slot. Step 3 : • Keep the ▲ mark of the cleaning cassette facing up and insert it into the slot of the printer. •...
  • Page 35 If the quality of the printed image did not improve after performing the head cleanings, leave the printer idle for more than one hour. After that, perform another head cleaning and check the printed image. If the quality still did not improve, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Notes •...

  • Page 36: Replacing Ink Cassettes

    RJ80U-22-YE Notes • Only use Mutoh original ink. This printer is developed for use of genuine ink cassettes. In case of using non genuine ink cassettes, : printing might become blurred and the end of ink in the cassette might no longer be correctly detected.
  • Page 37 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit (3) Replacement steps Caution • When handling ink cassettes, be careful not to get ink into your eyes or on your skin. However, if this happens, flush immediately with water. Otherwise, your eyes may become inflamed slightly.
  • Page 38 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit Unpack the new ink cassette(s). Step 3 : Notes • Open the solvent resistant cassette blister just before inserting the ink cassette into the cassette slot. Leaving the ink cassette open for a long time may result in an abnormal printing. •...

  • Page 39: Connecting The Printer To The Pc

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit 3.7 CONNECTING THE PRINTER TO THE PC 3.7.1 System requirements For details about the system requirements, please refer to the documentation of the RIP software of your choice. 3.7.2 Selecting cables The printer is equipped with a network interface and a USB interface to connect it with a PC.
  • Page 40 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit Secure the network interface cable with the cable clip. Step 3 : N° Name Network interface cable Cable clip Plug the other end of the network interface cable into your PC. Step 4 : Notes •...

  • Page 41: Transfer And Transportation

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit 3.8 TRANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION Caution • Transfer the printer maintaining the horizontal position. • Do not place the printer on a slope or vertical position, nor keep the printer upside down. This to avoid ink leaks inside the printer.
  • Page 42 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit Verify that the power light faints when the ink rejection operation is finished. Step 8 Dispose the waste fluid. Step 9 Remove the scroller. Step 10 Remove all cables. Step 11 Open the front cover and fix the CR belt in the centre section of the printer by fastening the CR Step 12 belt clip around.

  • Page 43: Pack The Machine

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit 3.8.1 PACK THE MACHINE Step 1 Loosen the butterfly bolts securing the printer to the stand. N° Description Butterfly bolts Step 2 Lift the printer main body with the hand grips; be careful not to break off the rubber feet underneath the printer.
  • Page 44 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit Step 3 Unlock the two casters at the front side of the stand. Step 4 Remove the book holder at the right side of the stand. N° Description Leg (right) Book holder Step 5 Loosen the hexagon head cap screws with the hexagonal wrench and demount the central beam.

  • Page 45: Steps After Transfer

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 3: Installing the Unit Loosen the 2 hexagon head cap screws to detach the right support from the caster section. Step 6 N° Description Right support Caster lock Caster section Hexagon head cap screws Step 7 Detach the left leg from the stand in the same way as the previous step. Step 8 Now that every component is detached, repack everything in the original packing box before transporting the machine.

  • Page 47: Handling The Printer

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4 HANDLING THE PRINTER NTRODUCTION AKING THE PRINTER READY PRINT SING MEDIA 4.3.1 Media type 4.3.2 Cautions on handling media 4.3.3 Precaution on storing media 4.3.4 The printing area 4.3.4.1 Roll media 4.3.4.2 Sheet media ANDLING AND INSTALLING...
  • Page 48 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.15.1 Roll Length menu 4.8.16 Head Wash menu 4.8.17 CR Maintenance menu 4.8.18 Initialization menu 4.8.19 Life Times menu 4.8.20 IP Address menu 4.8.21 Subnet Mask menu 4.8.22 Gateway menu PERATING FROM THE OPERATION PANEL 4.9.1 Feeding media 4.9.2...

  • Page 49: Introduction

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.1 INTRODUCTION This section describes how to make the fully-installed printer “ready-to-print”. For details on how to obtain a fully installed printer, see chapter “Installing the unit” 4.2 MAKING THE PRINTER READY-TO-PRINT Starting point: FULLY- INSTALLED VALUEJET ↓...

  • Page 50: Using Media

    The following are the recommended media for the printer. Select the appropriate media for your purpose. Notes • For more information about the recommended media, contact your local MUTOH dealer. • Problems that occur due to use of media other than those recommended are not guaranteed.

  • Page 51: Precaution On Storing Media

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.3.3 Precaution on storing media When storing media, pay attention to the following. Notes • Do not store media in high temperature, high humidity, or direct sunlight. • Store sheet media in the original bag after unpacking. •...

  • Page 52: Handling And Installing Media

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.4 HANDLING AND INSTALLING MEDIA Notes • Refer to “General info on usable media” for details on media handling. • It is recommended to use tested and compatible media for this printer. 4.4.1 Installing roll media Notes •...
  • Page 53 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Put the roll media on the scroller. Step 3 : Printable side outside Push the roll media on the scroller and slide it over the fixed flange. Step 4 : N° Name Fixed flange Roll media...
  • Page 54 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Move the movable flange over the scroller and firmly press the flange inside the roll media core. Step 5 : Movable flange Roll media Put the scroller on the printer’s scroller receiver so that the fixed flange is facing the ink cassette Step 6 : slot side.

  • Page 55: Loading Roll Media

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.4.2 Loading roll media Power ON the printer. Step 1 : Caution • Do not use the media hold lever during printer initialization. If the carriage and the pressure rollers touch each other, the printer might break down. Push the media hold lever backward.
  • Page 56 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Notes • Make sure the roll media is properly wound up on the media core. • If the front edge of the roll media is not straight, cut it straight on beforehand. •...
  • Page 57 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Notes • If the front edge of the roll media is not straight, cut it straight. Close the front cover. Step 7 : N° Name Front cover Result: The operation panel displays the Media setup menu. Notes •...

  • Page 58: Setting Media Type

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.4.3 Setting media type Introduction: When loading the media in a ValueJet, you’ll have to set the media type. The Media setup menu is displayed after the media hold lever is pushed from the backward position to the forward position. (= lever down) N°...
  • Page 59 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Step 2 : Press the [Setting value +] key or [Setting value-] to select the correct media type. Step 3 : Press the [Enter] key to confirm your choice. Result: • The media type is determined •...

  • Page 60: Head Height Adjustment

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.4.4 Head height adjustment When used? Use the head height adjustment feature to prevent the print head from touching the media, when printing at high speeds or when using strongly curved media. Notes •...

  • Page 61: Media Feed Compensation

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Close the front cover. Step 3 : N° Name Front cover 4.4.5 Media feed compensation After every printed swat, the media is fed a certain distance. Depending on the kind of media (weight, backing) another media feed compensation has to be set.
  • Page 62 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Step 2 : Perform the initial adjust print. • Press the [Enter] key. The operation panel displays "Feed Length: 250 mm". Notes • The length that media is fed (feeding length) for initial adjustment printing is normally set at 250 •...
  • Page 63 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Notes • The length that media is fed (feeding length) for confirmation printing is set at 250 mm. • If you make the feeding length longer, the accuracy of the Media feed compensation improves. If you want to change the feeding length, press the [+] or [–] key and change the set value.
  • Page 64 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Perform Micro adjustment printing. Step 7 : • Display the Media feed compensation menu as in step 1. • Press the [+] or [–] key to select "PF4: Micro Adj. Print". •...

  • Page 65: Replacing Roll Media

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Set up the Micro Adjustment Change. Step 9 : • Press the [+] or [–] key to select "PF5: Micro Adj.Change". • Press the [Enter] key. The operation panel displays "Micro: 0pulse". •...
  • Page 66 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Lift both ends of the scroller and gently rewind the media. Step 3 : N° Name Roll media Scroller Remove the scroller from the scroller receiver, and place it on a horizontal surface. Step 4 : N°...
  • Page 67 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Remove the roll media from the scroller. Step 6 : N° Name Roll media Scroller 2. Install the new roll media Notes • For loading the roll media, refer to Handling and installing media •...

  • Page 68: Test Print

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.5 TEST PRINT 4.5.1 Overview and functions of the test prints Testplot Function Action to be performed when needed Nozzle Check To check the head nozzles. Perform a head cleaning. Mode print To check the print conditions.
  • Page 69 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Step 4 : Press the [>] key. Result: • The operation panel displays “Test1: Nozzle Check”. • The display enters the Test Print menu Step 5 : Press the [+] or [–] key to select the item you want to print and press the [Enter] key. Submenus: ·...

  • Page 70: Nozzle Check

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.5.3 Nozzle check Used to check whether there are any heads clogging, missing nozzles or misfiring nozzles. Notes • If the nozzle check result indicates that the checked points are blurred or missing, clean the head.

  • Page 71: Setup Print

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.5.5 Setup print Notes • User media and print mode lists are printed only when "ALL Set List" is selected. • For the printing procedure, refer to “Performing a test print”. AP-75740 –...

  • Page 72: Palette Print

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.5.6 Palette print Used to compare pen colours used on the computer to the printing colours. Notes • When “Banner 1” or “Banner 2” is set in the Print Mode menu, “PalettePrint” is not displayed on the Test Print menu.

  • Page 73: Adjust Print

    Used to align the print head. Notes • This printer is adjusted for optimum print quality before shipment at the Mutoh factory. • Align the print head when the print quality decreases after the installation environment or the media has been changed.
  • Page 74 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Step 6 : Press the [>]. The operation panel displays "Adj.1: Confirm" and enters the Adjust Print menu. Step 7 : Press the [Enter] key. A confirmation pattern is printed. After the confirmation pattern is printed, the operation panel displays "Adj.1: Confirm". AP-75740 –...
  • Page 75 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Check that the confirmation pattern printing result is as follows. o When the printing result is O: You do not to need perform Alignment. o When the printing result is X: You need to perform Alignment.
  • Page 76 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Step 11 : Check the "Bi-D Quality" pattern printing and select the number corresponding to the lines that are most closely aligned. "4" is selected in the following printing sample. Step 12 : Press the [+] or [–] key to enter the number that you selected. Step 13 : Press the [Enter] key.

  • Page 77: Menu Setup On The Operation Panel

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.7 MENU SETUP ON THE OPERATION PANEL 4.7.1 Menu setup procedure Step 1 : Verify that the printer is in Normal mode. Step 2 : Press the [Menu] key. Result: • The printer is in Menu mode.

  • Page 78: Panel Setup Menu Overview

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer Step 4 : To save the changed setting, press the [Enter] key. Result: The setting will be saved and the next setup item will be displayed. Notes • After changing the setting, press the [Cancel] key when the settings do NOT have to be saved. Step 5 : Press the [Menu] key or [Cancel] key to exit the setup menu.

  • Page 79: Setup Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8 SETUP MENU The complete menu structure and its function: Setup item Description MediaType Set up the media type for printing. Effect Set up the Effect menu. Flushing Set up the Flushing operation while printing. Side Margin Set up the right and left margin when printing.
  • Page 80 End detection of roll media cannot be performed, etc. • The problems caused by the use of non-compatible will not be covered by the warranty and repair expenses will be paid by the customer. For details, contact your MUTOH local dealer. Setup item Setting Value Description...
  • Page 81 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.1.2 Print Mode menu Set up the printing quality (print mode) according to the used to print data or print speed. Setup item Setting Value Description Mode Quality 1 Set up the print mode. •...

  • Page 82: Init.adj.print Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.1.4 Init.Adj.Print menu Perform the initial adjust print. Setup Item Setting Value Description Feed Length 100 mm to <250 mm> to 500 mm Change the length (feed length) of the media feed direction for the initial adjust print.
  • Page 83 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.1.9 Pre Heater menu Set up the Pre Heater temperature. Set up to acclimatize and preheat the media before printing. Notes • The temperature to be set for the Pre Heater varies depending on the media which is used. For recommended temperature settings of Pre Heater, refer to the "Recommended media list".
  • Page 84 User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.1.11 Dryer menu Set up the After Heater temperature. Set this menu to dry the print. Notes • Temperature to be set for the after Heater varies depending on the media which is used for recommended temperature settings of the after Heater;...

  • Page 85: Effect Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.2 Effect menu Set up the Effect menu. Use this menu to improve the print quality by means of intelligent interweaving print algorithms (i²) Setup Item Setting Value Description None 1 The Effect function is not used.

  • Page 86: Side Margin Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.3.1 Flushing return count menu Set the frequency (flushing return count) that the print head returns to the original flushing box when setting "On Media" in the Flushing menu. Notes • When increasing the flushing return count, clogging may occur while printing continuously.

  • Page 87: Media Width / Media Width Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.6 Media Width / Media Width menu If media detection is switched OFF, the media width menu allows you to manually enter the media width. 4.8.6.1 Media Width menu Notes • Setting a larger value than the media width set in the Media Width menu may cause ink to be fired onto the printer.

  • Page 88: Origin Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.7 Origin menu Set this menu when reprinting on the margin, when the printing data position is changed to the position of the already printed media. Setup Item Setting Value Description Origin Change the print head position and media feeding distance •...

  • Page 89: Ink Status Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.10 Overwrite Cnt menu Set up the Overwrite Cnt per line. Setup Item Setting Value Description Overwrite Cnt <once> to 9 times Set the overwrite count. — • [Enter] key: Save the setting and shift to the previous hierarchy.

  • Page 90: Head Wash Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer — • [Cancel] key: Shift to the previous hierarchy. 4.8.15 Roll Length menu Set up the roll media length. Setup Item Setting Value Description Roll media <Off> Roll Length is not used. Roll1 Set up the roll media length.

  • Page 91: Ip Address Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.17 CR Maintenance menu Clean the wiper. Setup Item Setting Value Description CR Maintenance Start Clean the wiper. • [Enter] key: The print head moves to centre. The wiper moves forward. Cleaning the wiper is complete.

  • Page 92: Subnet Mask Menu

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.8.21 Subnet Mask menu Notes • Be sure to set the subnet mask after consulting your network administrator. Setup Item Setting Value Description Subnet Mask 000.000.000.000~ Use following keys to change the subnet mask: <255.255.255.000>~ •...

  • Page 93: Operating From The Operation Panel

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.9 OPERATING FROM THE OPERATION PANEL This section describes various functions which can be operated from the operation panel. 4.9.1 Feeding media Verify that the printer is in Normal mode. Step 1 : Check that the media hold lever is positioned to the front side (lever down).

  • Page 94: Stop Printing

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.9.2 Stop printing To stop printing: • Press the [Cancel] key on the operation panel. Result: The printer will operate as follows: Result: The printer will operate as follows: Printer Status Operation with the [Cancel] key pressed Printing Terminates printing and deletes the non printed data.

  • Page 95: Cutting Media

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.9.3 Cutting media Caution • When a print is finished, wait until the media guide is cooled off before cutting. This to let the ink dry and not to burn yourself. Regarding the operating condition of the printer, check the following: o Printing or other operations are not performed.

  • Page 96: Changing And Confirming Settings On The Fly

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.9.4 Changing and confirming settings on the fly While the printer is operating, you can change or confirm settings for the Panel setup menu. 4.9.4.1 Procedure for changing and confirming set settings while printing Confirm that the printer is in one of the following situations.

  • Page 97: Pause Printing

    User’s Guide ValueJet 1204 Chapter 4: Handling the printer 4.9.5 Pause printing It is possible to pause during a printing operation. Follow the procedure below to pause or restart printing. Notes • If the printing is paused, the print quality is not guaranteed. Step 1 Check that the printer is operating normally.

  • Page 99: Periodical Maintenance

    5 PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE ....................100 ONE BY END USER 5.1.1 Cleaning the outer case ................. 100 5.1.2 Cleaning inside the printer ................101 5.1.3 Head cleaning ....................102 5.1.4 Cleaning the wiper ..................104 5.1.5 Replacing waste fluid box ................106 5.1.6 Replacing the spitting box absorbent .............

  • Page 100: Done By End User

    Clean the pressure rollers Replacing waste fluid tank ***: Please contact your local Mutoh reseller for ordering parts. 5.1.1 Cleaning the outer case Instruction: Use a soft cloth to wipe off the dust and possible dirt from the outer case.

  • Page 101: Cleaning Inside The Printer

    5.1.2 Cleaning inside the printer Open the front cover. Step 1 : N° Name Front cover Remove paper powder and dust from the pressure rollers, using a soft brush. Step 2 : N° Name Pressure rollers Notes • Do not blow paper powder and dust from the pressure rollers, remove media while cleaning. Wipe off paper powder and ink from the platen using a dust-free and soft cloth slightly damped Step 3 : with water.

  • Page 102: Head Cleaning

    Wipe off the dirt of the grid roller’s unpainted (silver colour) area with damp and a tightly Step 4 : squeezed soft cloth. N° Name Grid roller 5.1.3 Head cleaning When to perform? If the prints become blurred or are incomplete. How to perform? Notes •...
  • Page 103 Press the [Cleaning] key for at least 2 seconds. Step 4 : Result: The operation panel displays “Cleaning **%. Start the head cleaning. Step 5 : Notes • Pressing the [Cleaning] key again after the first head cleaning is done to perform a strong cleaning.

  • Page 104: Cleaning The Wiper

    5.1.4 Cleaning the wiper 5.1.4.1 Cleaning time Once a week or when blurs or incompleteness in printing remain after head cleaning. 5.1.4.2 Cleaning steps Notes • Use the poly-knit wiper when cleaning the wiper. If the printer is switched ON, make sure that: Step 1 : •...
  • Page 105 Use the poly-knit wiper, and remove the ink and dust on the wiper. Step 4 : Wiper front side: Wipe horizontally. N° Name Cleaning wiper Poly-knit wiper Head cap unit Wiper back side: Wipe vertically. N° Name Cleaning wiper Poly-knit wiper Head cap unit Press the [Enter] key.

  • Page 106: Replacing Waste Fluid Box

    Press the [Cancel] key. Step 6 : • The printer enters normal status. • Cleaning the wiper is complete. 5.1.5 Replacing waste fluid tank 5.1.5.1 Replacement time Replace the waste fluid tank if… …"NearFullWasteInkTank" is displayed. • The waste fluid tank shortly will become full. •...
  • Page 107 5.1.5.3 Replacement steps Verify that the printer is switched ON. Step 1 Pull out the waste fluid tank. Step 2 N° Name Waste fluid box Result: No Waste fluid tank" is displayed. Notes • Put used waste fluid tank in a vinyl bag or bag used for this kind of waste. Disposal of a waste fluid tank must be done in compliance with the regulations and instructions of the local authorities.

  • Page 108: Replacing The Spitting Box Absorbent

    5.1.6 Replacing the spitting box absorbent 5.1.6.1 Pre- transport procedure Replace the spitting box absorbent in the following situations. • When the spitting box absorbent becomes deformed. • When smears of ink appear on the media • Two months after replacement. 5.1.6.2 Type Notes...
  • Page 109 Close the front cover. Step 5 N° Name Front cover • Spitting box absorbent replacement is complete. AP-75740 – Rev 1.2 – 6/07/2011...

  • Page 110: Done By Authorized Mutoh Technician

    This section describes the periodical part replacements and the periodical inspections required for this printer. These periodical services ensure the stable printing quality of the printer. 5.2.1 Periodical replacement of parts An authorized Mutoh technician must execute these replacements. These replacements are necessary to ensure the best printing quality output. Part Timing...

  • Page 111: Troubleshooting

    6 TROUBLESHOOTING ............112 ALFUNCTION AND FAILURE OF THE PRODUCT 6.1.1 Problem at installation and introduction ............112 6.1.2 Cannot generate graphics................112 6.1.3 Media-related troubleshooting ................ 113 6.1.4 Printing-related troubleshooting ..............114 ....................116 RROR MESSAGES 6.2.1 Status messages ................... 116 6.2.2 Error message display and remedies .............

  • Page 112: Malfunction And Failure Of The Product

    If the error is not included in any items of this section, then refer to Error messages and contact your local MUTOH dealer. Notes • When you have to receive product service within the warranty period, verify you have a warranty certificate.

  • Page 113: Media-Related Troubleshooting

    6.1.2.4 Cannot use the computer in online mode via LAN Possible cause Remedy Is the network interface cable connected correctly? Connect the network interface cable correctly. Is network setting configured correctly? Configure network settings correctly. Are the printer’s network settings correctly Match this product's network settings with the configured? computer side environment.

  • Page 114: Printing-Related Troubleshooting

    6.1.3.5 Media jams frequently occur. Notes • If non compatible media is used, correct media feeding cannot be assured. Possible cause Remedy Are you using compatible media? Use the compatible media. Is the media used in a place other than the specified Use the media in a dedicated environment.
  • Page 115 6.1.4.5 Printing lines are not straight. Possible cause Remedy Is the ink cassette within the validity period? Use a new ink cassette. Are you using compatible media? Use compatible media. Is the printer correctly aligned? Perform alignment. Performed Media feed compensation Perform media feed compensation 6.1.4.6 Printing lines are duplicated or are patchy.

  • Page 116: Error Messages

    6.2 ERROR MESSAGES 6.2.1 Status messages This section describes the display during the printer operation. When the product is operating correctly, the operation panel displays each operation status as below. Message Remedy Ready to Print Idling (Media is set). Paper End Idling (Media is not set).

  • Page 117: Error Message Display And Remedies

    Replace the waste fluid tank. (Stops operation) The operational life of the print head has Life Times [Head] almost expired. Contact MUTOH local dealer. (Continues operation) The operational life of the pump motor has Life Times [Pump] almost expired. Contact MUTOH local dealer.

  • Page 118: Data Error Display And Remedies

    6.2.3 Data error display and remedies This section describes the details of the display when an error message appears and its remedy. A data error appears if data communication between your PC and the printer has failed. If a data error occurs, the following error message appears on the operation panel and operation stops. When the cause of the error is solved, the printer starts operating again.

  • Page 119: Error Requiring A Restart

    For an error requiring a restart, operation will return to normal after removing the cause of the error and restarting the printer. If the same error keeps appearing, contact your local MUTOH dealer. Be sure to mention the error code number when contacting us.

  • Page 120: The Media Is Jammed

    6.3 THE MEDIA IS JAMMED When the set media is jammed, remove it according to the following procedures. Caution • Be careful that your fingers are not caught between the covers. Open the front cover. Step 1 N° Name Front cover Move the carriage to the right.
  • Page 121 Push the media hold lever backward. Step 3 N° Name Media hold lever Pull the media to your side, and cut the torn part with a cutter blade. Step 4 N° Name Cutter blade Roll media Lift both end of the scroller, and gently rewind the roll media. Step 5 N°...

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