JV3-160SP - Printer Mimaki - Free user manual and instructions

Type	Wide-format inkjet printer
Brand	Mimaki
Model	JV3-160SP
Category	Printer
Print Technology	Piezo inkjet
Max Media Width	1625 mm (64 in)
Max Print Resolution	1440 x 1440 dpi
Ink Type	Solvent
Number of Print Heads	2
Dimensions (W x D x H)	2500 x 700 x 1200 mm (approx)
Weight	120 kg (approx)
Power Requirements	AC 100-120V / 220-240V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	1.5 kVA (max)
Operating Temperature	20-30°C
Humidity Range	35-65% RH (non-condensing)
Interface	USB 2.0, Ethernet 100Base-TX
Features	Auto take-up, pre- and post-heater, automatic capping and wiping
Maintenance & Cleaning	Clean wiper and cap periodically; use Mimaki maintenance cartridge for head cleaning
Safety	Emergency stop button, door interlock, thermal protection
Spare Parts & Repairability	Commonly available: print heads, cutter blade, ink cartridges, maintenance kit
General Information	Designed for high-volume sign and graphics production

Frequently Asked Questions - JV3-160SP Mimaki

How do I load media on the Mimaki JV3-160SP?

Ensure the media roll is properly aligned on the spindle. Open the media clamps, feed the media under the pinch rollers, and adjust the media guides. Close the clamps and use the take-up motor to maintain tension.

What type of ink does the JV3-160SP use?

This printer uses solvent ink. Always use genuine Mimaki ink cartridges to ensure optimal print quality and prevent clogging.

How do I replace an ink cartridge?

Open the ink compartment, pull the tab to remove the empty cartridge, insert the new cartridge firmly until it clicks, then close the compartment. Run a head cleaning cycle if needed.

How do I perform a head cleaning?

Access the maintenance menu on the control panel. Select 'Head Cleaning' and choose between normal (wipe) or powerful (flush). Let the printer cycle complete.

Why am I getting banding in my prints?

Banding can be caused by clogged nozzles, incorrect media feed, or improper platen gap. Perform a nozzle check and head cleaning. Adjust the platen gap or try a different bidirectional setting.

How do I connect the printer to my computer?

Connect via USB 2.0 or Ethernet. Install the Mimaki driver and set the network IP if using Ethernet. Use RasterLink6 for RIP software.

How often should I perform maintenance?

Daily: perform a nozzle check and clean the wiper. Weekly: clean the capping station and cap tops. Monthly: replace the maintenance cartridge and lubricate the rail.

Can the JV3-160SP print on rigid media?

It is designed for flexible media like vinyl, banner, and paper. For rigid materials, use a flatbed printer or check if a rigid media kit is available.

How do I change the cutter blade?

Ensure the printer is off. Open the platen, locate the cutter carriage, and use a screwdriver to release the old blade. Insert a new Mimaki cutter blade and tighten.

Where can I find the user manual?

The manual is available for download on notice-facile.com in PDF format. You can also request a translated version by email.

USER MANUAL JV3-160SP Mimaki

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MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.

TKB Gotenyama Building, 5-9-41, Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0001, Japan

Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone]

MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. shall have no liability for any damage of any kind (including but not limited to unearned profits, indirect damages, special losses and other debts) caused by the use of malfunction of the product unless otherwise specified in MIMAKI warranty provisions. The same applies to any case where MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. has been informed of the possible risk of such damages in prior.

For example, MIMAKI shall not be liable to any damage to medium (works) due to the use of the product or any indirect damage that is caused by a product that is manufactured with damaged medium.

Please be noted that MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. shall have no liability for any debts, unearned profits and any claims from any third party resulting from the use of the device.

Requests

• This Operation manual has been carefully prepared for your easy understanding, however, please do not hesitate to contact a distributor in your district or our office if you have any inquiry.
• Description contained in this Operation manual are subject to change without notice for improvement.

- Generally, names and designations referred to in this Operation manual are trade marks or registered trade marks of the manufacturers or suppliers.

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. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the Operation manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which cause the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

- In the case where MIMAKI-recommended cable is not used for connection of this device, limits provided by FCC rules can be exceeded. To prevent this, use of MIMAKI-recommended cable is essential for the connection of this device.

Interference to televisions and radios

The product described in this manual generates high frequency when operating.

The product can interfere with radios and televisions if set up or commissioned under improper conditions. The product is not guaranteed against any damage to specific-purpose radio and televisions.

The product's interference with your radio or television will be checked by turning on/off the power switch of the product.

In the event that the product is the cause of interference, try to eliminate it by taking one of the following corrective measures or taking some of them in combination.

• Change the orientation of the antenna of the television set or radio to find a position without reception difficulty.
• Separate the television set or radio from this product.
• Plug the power cord of this product into an outlet which is isolated from power circuits connected to the television set or radio.

Foreword

Congratulations on your purchase of a MIMAKI "JV3-160SP" model of color ink jet printer.

The JV3-160SP is a color ink-jet plotter applicable to high quality plotting with solvent ink.

The plotter can be set up in one of the two ink settings. The four-color setting uses four ink cartridges (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, 2 each). The six-color setting takes six ink cartridges (cyan, magenta, yellow, black, light cyan, light magenta, 1 each).

Read this Operation manual carefully and make the most effective use of your plotter.

Before starting to operate the plotter, be sure to read this Operation manual carefully.

On This Operation manual

• This Operation manual describes the operation and maintenance of Model JV3-160SP Color Ink Jet Plotter (hereinafter referred to as the device).
• Please read and fully understand this Operation manual before putting the machine into service. It is also necessary to keep this Operation manual on hand.
• Make arrangements to deliver this Operation manual to the person in charge of the operation of this device.
• This Operation manual has been carefully prepared for your easy understanding, however, please do not hesitate to contact a distributor in your district or our office if you have any inquiry.
• Description contained in this Operation manual are subject to change without notice for improvement.
• In the case where this Operation manual should be illegible due to destruction by fire or breakage, purchase another copy of the Operation manual from our office.

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.

This ink has a high water resistance and high weather resistance.

(No lamination is required, and the outdoor durability in weather-resistance is up to 3 years.)

High-quality (1440 dpi) full-color print

Plotting with 1440dpi high quality is suitable both for small and large posters.

Four-head, four-color, double-cartridge ink station

Two ink cartridges of the same color can be set in each head (four colors in all) for fast and high-quality printing. The head also accepts two different colors (six colors in all).

Intelligent heater

Mounts two heaters (preheater and print heater) with independent temperature setting and intelligent functions (standby mode and automatic off),

The device detects the ambient temperature to perform temperature control, allowing heating temperature setup which best suits the medium used.

Easy ink replacement

The ink cartridge can be replaced safely and easily without getting your hands dirty.

Easy maintenance

The automatic capping system allows not to wash the Heads the need of head cleaning before turning off the power.

Nozzle clogging can be recovered by performing the cleaning function.

If the device is not in use for a prolonged period of time, it automatically performs Nozzle-clogging preventive operation at fixed intervals. However, the main power must be left turned on.

The device monitors the time period when not in use. When the power is turned on or when plotting is started, it automatically performs head cleaning to prevent from clogging Nozzle.

Standard device for exhausting gases

The device is provided with the stand exhauster which forcibly discharges air through the duct to the exhaust vent on the front and rear sections.

This helps to reduce the smell of ink in the room.

Standard drier fan

The fan provides cold air to reduce the drying time after printing and prevent color staining during the medium 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 medium without waste.

Simple display

The LCD panel displays the device setting menu in two lines (not one line), making it easier to see.

Since the LCD panel is provided with a backlight, the display can be clearly seen even in a dark place.

The LCD panel can display six different languages for each, including English and Spanish.

Display plotting condition

It is possible to have the printing length displayed on the LCD panel and the plotting conditions to be plotted for confirmation during operation of the device.

High-speed interface

The "IEEE-1394" interface allows for high-speed data reception from the computer.

TAKE-UP DEVICE for plotting on a long length

Since the take-up device that is interlocked with the device winds up the medium as it is plotted on, even a long medium can be used.

A newly provided medium support bar

The device is provided with a medium support bar at the back. It is useful when a heavy medium, such as Tarpaulin, is set on the device.

Selectable head height

The head height can be set to 2 or 3mm using the adjustment lever.

Prevents lifts at both ends of medium

The use of the curl stopper prevents lifts at both ends of diverse media and contact with the head.

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.

- Indicates the case where it is assumed that misuse of the machine, ignoring this sign, as this may cause fire or poisoning. Be sure to read this manual for proper operation.

- Indicates the case where it is assumed that misuse of the machine, ignoring this sign, can cause damage only to property.

- The symbol " " indicates helpful information that will facilitate the use of the device.

- Indicates the reference page for related contents.

Example of pictorial signs

- The symbol " " indicates the case where some phenomenon that requires a CAUTION sign (including "DANGER" and "WARNING" signs) exists. A concrete precaution (precaution against an electric shock in the case of the sketch given on the left) is shown in the illustration.

- The symbol " " indicates a prohibited behavior. A concrete illustration of prohibition (disassembly is prohibited in the sketch given on the left) is shown in or next to the illustration.

- The symbol " " indicates a thing that is forced to be done and instruction that is forced to be followed. A concrete illustration of instruction (the removal of a plug from the receptacle is instructed in the sketch given on the left) is drawn in the illustration.

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.

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- The ink used for this device contains organic solvent. Since the ink is flammable, never use fire when using the device.

- When cleaning the ink station and head, be sure to wear the supplied goggle and gloves since you may get ink in your eyes.

- If anyone drinks ink in mistake, keep him or her quiet and see a doctor immediately. Do not allow him or her drink vomit. Then, contact the Poison Control Center.

- If you absorb a lot of vapor and feel bad, immediately move to a location where fresh air is present and then keep yourself warm and quiet. Then, consult a doctor as soon as possible.

- Waste ink is equivalent to waste oil of industrial waste. Request an industrial waste processor for processing of waste ink.

WARNING
Handling of ink cartridges	Do not use the device in damp places.
Ink is organic solvent.If ink settles on the skin or clothes, immediately wash it off with detergent or water.If you get ink in your eyes, immediately wash your eyes with a lot of clean water for at least 15 minutes. In this case, also wash the backside of eyelids to rinse ink away completely. Then, consult a doctor as soon as possible.Store ink cartridges and waste ink tank in a place that is out of the reach of children.Never refill the ink cartridge with ink.MIMAKI assumes no responsibility for malfunction caused by using the device after replenishment of ink.	Avoid damp environments when putting the device into service.Do not splash water onto the device.High-humidity or water will give rise to fire, electric shocks or breakdown of the device.
	Abnormal event occurs.If the device is used under an abnormal condition where the device produces smoke or unpleasant smell, fire or electric shocks can result. Be sure to turn off the power switch immediately and detach the plug from the receptacle. Check first to be sure that the device no longer produces smoke, and contact a distributor in your district for repair. Never repair your device by yourself since it is very dangerous for you to do so.
During assembly	Power supply and voltage
The pack of the device is as heavy as approximately 200 kg.Perform the assembly work by at least four persons.	Be sure to use the device with the power supply specifications indicated. Set voltage selectors according to the power voltage to be used.110V: JV3···100-120V220V: JV3···220-240V
Do not disassemble or remodel the device.Never disassemble or remodel the main unit of the printer and the ink cartridge. Disassembling/remodeling any of them will result in electric shocks or breakdown of the device.	Be sure to connect the plug of the power cable to a grounded receptacle. If not, fire or electric shocks can result.
	Handling of the power cableUse the supplied power cable.Take care not to damage, break or work on the power cable.If a heavy matter is placed on the power cable, heated or drawn, the power cable can break to cause fire or electric shocks.

Precautions in installation

CAUTION
A place exposed to direct sunlight	A place that is not horizontal
A place in which temperature and humidity vary by a great margin	A place that vibrates
Use the device under the following environment.Operating environment: 20 to 35°C35 to 65% (Rh)
A place exposed to direct air blow from air conditioner, etc.	A place where fire is present
Heater	Protection against dust
Do not spill liquid on the platen as this may cause failure of the heater or ignition.Do not touch the platen heater with bare hand while it is hot as this may cause burn.When moving the device, wait unit the heater temperature drops.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.	It is strongly recommended to use the device in a room that is not dusty. Set the Refresh level 2 or 3 when in bad environment.( page 4.9)Keep the front cover to be closed also when the device is not engaged in printing. If not, dust can accumulate on the head nozzle.When leaving the workshop after the working hours, be sure to take off any medium from the roll hanger. If any medium is left on the roll hanger, dust can put on it.Store medium in a bag. Wiping off dust accumulated on a medium will adversely affect the medium due to static electricity.Frequently wipe the capping station clean to eliminate dust and paper chips.Dust in the head will also cause drops of ink to fall abruptly down on the medium during printing. If this phenomenon takes place, be sure to clean up the head.( page 2.20, 4.10)
Use the ink specified
!Use the JV3 genuine ink.The plotter does not operate with other ink than the JV3 genuine ink.Do not use the JV3 genuine ink for other plotters as doing so may cause damage to other plotters.
Periodic exchange parts	Front cover and lever
!There are some parts which must be replaced by service men. You have to make a contract with distributors or dealers for after-sale service.	Never open the front cover and/or lever during printing. Opening the cover or lever will abort printing.
Power supply
!Leave the breaker turned ON.Do not turn OFF the main power switch on the rear face.
Medium
• If medium that is likely to tightly curl, flatten first the paper before using it for printing.Heavily-curved medium affect the plotted result.	• Be sure to thoroughly consume the ink in the ink cartridge, once it is opened, within three months.If an extended period of time has passed away after opening the cartridge tank, printing quality would be poor.
Locking the casters
• Make sure to lock the casters before starting job. If the device performs plotting without the casters locked, the device can move out of position.	• You cannot use any other ink type than the exclusive one.
	• Never refill the ink cartridge with ink.
	• Neither pound the ink cartridge nor shake it violently so as to prevent leakage of ink.
	• Do not touch or stain the contacts of the ink cartridge as doing so may cause damage to the print circuit board.
Ink cartridges
• If the ink cartridge is moved from a cold place to a warm place, leave it in the room temperature for three hours or more before using it.	Warning labels
• Open the ink cartridge just before installing it in the plotter. If it is opened and left for an extended period of time, normal printing performance of the plotter may not be ensured.	• This device is adhered with a warning label at two locations.Be sure understand firmly the warnings 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.Refer to Appendix for the label adhering locations.
• Make sure to store ink cartridges in a cold and dark place.

Warning labels

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Foreword.... i

On This Operation manual .... i

Features ...... ii

For safe operation...... iv

Pictorial signs ....iv

Example of pictorial signs....iv

Never Do the Following ......vi

Precautions in installation....vii

Precautions in use......viii

How to read this operation manual ....xiii

Display on the LCD and Indication of the Keys ....xiii

Structure of this Operation manual....xiv

CHAPTER 1 Before Use ...... 1.1

Where to install the device.... 1.2

Moving the device 1.3

Configuration and function 1.4

The Front 1.4

The REAR 1.5

Operation Panel 1.6

Heater panel 1.7

Carriage 1.8

Heater 1.8

Capping station 1.9

The pinch roller and The feed roller 1.9

The medium sensor....1.10

Cutter blade and cutting line 1.10

Precautions in handling the ink cartridge 1.11

Precautions in handling the medium 1.12

Types of medium that can be used 1.13

Setting the heater voltage 1.14

MENU mode 1.15

CHAPTER 2 Operation ...... 2.1

Operation 2.2

Switching on the power supply 2.3

Turning the power on 2.3

Front cover 2.4

Opening/closing the front cover 2.4

Cautions during operation 2.4

Relationships between ink station and head row 2.5

Adjusting the head height 2.6

Setting the medium on the device 2.8

Setting a roll holder 2.8

Setting a paper roll on the device 2.10

Operating the lock pin 2.14

Switching the direction of winding of the medium 2.15

Setting the torque limiter 2.15

Setting cut sheet medium on the device 2.16

Heater-Temperature control 2.18

In case of faultiness with Heater 2.19

Checking and solving nozzle clogging 2.20

Correcting the medium feed rate [MEDIA COMP.] 2.22

Correcting the medium feed rate during operation 2.24

Plotting an Image from source data 2.25

Starting the plotting operation 2.25

Interrupting the plotting operation 2.26

After completing the plotting operation 2.26

To replenish ink, set a new ink cartridge in the ink station 2.27

Ink cartridge trouble 2.28

Turning the power off 2.29

CHAPTER 3 Daily cleaning.... 3.1

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

Use the cleaning kit 3.6

Cleaning the station interior 3.6

Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH] 3.7

When the waste ink tank becomes full 3.9

CHAPTER 4 Setting Function 4.1

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

Effective Plotting Area 4.13

Establishing An Origin 4.14

CHAPTER 5 Maintenance .... 5.1

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 5.5

[STATION]-[WIPER EXCHANGE] 5.5

Regular wiping function [INT.WIPING] 5.7

When medium thickness is changed [PRINT ADJUST] 5.9

If nozzles are clogged even after the cleaning function is executed 5.11

[FILL UP INK] 5.11

[HEAD WASH] 5.11

Ink discharge way cleaning [Disway WASH] 5.13

Sleep cleaning [SLEEP clean] 5.15

When not in use the plotter over the long term [CUSTODYwash] 5.16

Drawing setup conditions [LIST] 5.18

Plotting HEX CODE [DATA DUMP] 5.19

Wiper Life warning [WIPE LEVEL] 5.20

Setting time [TIME SET] 5.21

Displaying device information [INFORMATION] 5.22

Replace the cutter blade for cutting.... 5.23

Ink exchanging procedure 5.24

CHAPTER 6 When abnormal conditions are encountered.... 6.1

Before taking a phenomenon as a sign of failure 6.2

The device cannot be energized 6.2

The device cannot perform printing 6.2

Paper jamming arises/medium is soiled 6.3

The [HEAT] or [CONSTANT] indicator does not go on 6.3

If image quality declines 6.4

While lines/thin spots are obvious or dark stripes occur (In the direction of travel of the head) ...... 6.4

Characters fluctuate doubly or triply into paper feed 6.4

Displacement is observed between outward and inward printing 6.4

The respective color ink injected by the respective color heads do not properly overlap 6.4

Large ink drop on medium 6.4

Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD 6.5

Errors accompanied by warnings 6.5

Error messages 6.8

APPENDIX A.1

Basic specifications ......A.2

Specification for ink......A.4

Position of the warning label ......A.5

How to read this operation manual

Display on the LCD and Indication of the Keys

In this Operation manual, the characters displayed on the LCD of the operation panel and the keys used to operate the device are explained, together with the operation procedure. Page 1.6.

Operate the device while confirming the display on the LCD.

Display on the LCD

The content of display is shown in characters in a box as shown at right.

Operate the device according to the explanation of the operation procedure and the content of display on the LCD.

In this Operation manual, each setting and messages displayed on the LCD is enclosed in [ ], like [TYPE.1], [PLEASE WAIT], etc.

FUNCTION

SET UP < ENT >

SET UP

SELECT : TYPE.1

Operation keys

In the text of this Operation manual, the operation keys are shown enclosed in brackets.

[▲] and [▼indicate JOG keys.

The other operation keys are enclosed in brackets, as [FUNCTION]. 📋 page 1.6.

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.

Chapter 3 Daily Cleaning

This chapter describes the recovery procedure for ink clogging and the cleaning procedure for each section.

Chapter 4 Setting Function

This chapter describes the setting function.

Chapter 5 Maintenance Functions

This chapter describes the maintenance functions and how to replace a wiper and a worn cutter blade.

Chapter 6 When abnormal conditions are encountered

This chapter describes how to correct troubles after the occurrence of an abnormal condition on the device.

Appendix

This appendix describes the specifications of the device, function menu structure and output samples and introduces separately-available consumables.

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

Where to install the device 1.2

Moving the device 1.3

Configuration and function 1.4

The Front 1.4

The REAR 1.5

Operation Panel 1.6

Heater panel 1.7

Carriage.... 1.8

Heater....1.8

Capping station 1.9

The pinch roller and The feed roller 1.9

The medium sensor....1.10

Cutter blade and cutting line.... 1.10

Precautions in handling the ink cartridge 1.11

Precautions in handling the medium 1.12

Types of medium that can be used 1.13

Setting the heater voltage 1.14

MENU mode 1.15

Where to install the device

Secure a suitable installation space before assembling the device.

The place of installation must have space required not only for the device itself but also for plotting operation.

Model Width	Depth Height	Gross weight
JV3-160SP 26	60 mm 750 mm 12	40 mm About 185	Kg

Working environmental temperature

This equipment should be used at 20-35 °C to implement a stable print.

According to the surrounding temperature condition, the temperature may not rise to the set value.

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.

When moving the device, unlock the caster stoppers.

- When moving the device, take care not to apply excessive shock to it.

• After moving the device, be sure to lock the caster stoppers.

Method of moving the device

When moving the device, it must be held up by at least two persons as illustrated at right.

The cover of the device may break if it is pressed hard.

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Locking/unlocking the casters

When moving the device, unlock each of the casters by pushing up the stopper.

Each of the casters on the pedestals is provided with a stopper.

When installing the device, push down the stoppers to lock the casters.

Configuration and function

The Front

	Name Function
1 Front cover It is opened when setting medium or taking a corrective measure against a medium jam. Even if the power switch is off, keep the front cover closed to perform the ink clogging preventive operation.
2 Carriage Moves the print head from side to side.
3 Operation panel This panel has the operation keys required for operating the device and the LCD for displaying set items, etc.
4 Capping station Incorporates the ink cap to be capped on the head and the wiper, etc.
5 Clamp lever It is made to go up-down the pinch roller for holding medium.
6 Heater operation panel Provides the heater power switch and the heater status LED indicator.
7 Power switch It turns on/off the power to the device.When the power switch is turned on, the POWER indicator lights in green. While the main power switch is on, the ink clogging preventive operation is performed periodically even if the power switch is off. (Flashing)
8 Waste ink tank Waste ink gathers in this tank.
9 Stand It supports the main unit. It is provided with casters that are used to move the device.
10 Take-up device It supports to wind up the roll medium printed.
11 Drier fan unit	Dries plotted ink.
12 Front exhauster Discharges plotting smell from the medium to out of the room.
13 Printer heater Fixes and dries printing ink. (Attached inside the platen)
14 Platen It puts out the medium as it is plotted on. Inside the platen, two heaters is including.

The REAR

	Name Function
1 Rear exhauster Discharges plotting smell from the medium to out of the room.
2 Ink station Set the ink cartridges specified.
3 Ink cartridge Each cartridge contains ink of a specific color.
4 V voltage selector switch Switches between 100-120 V and 220-240 V according to the power voltage used.
5 IEEE-1394 connector A 400M bps interface connector compatible with IEEE-1394.
6 Parallel connector Bi-directional parallel interface connector (complies with IEEE1284)
7 Paper roll setting bar This bar facilitates a paper roll to be set in position.
8 Roll holder Roll holder is inserted in the right and left core of roll medium to hold the roll medium. The roll holder is applicable to diameter of medium cores with 2 and 3 inches. The attachment position (height) of the roll holder can be set in three steps. To increase the heater contact time, attach it at the bottom position.
9 AC inlet The power cable is connected to the AC inlet.
10 Main power switch Turns on/off the main power of the device. Leave the main power turned on to prevent ink clogging.
11 Clamp lever Works together with the clamp lever on the font face of the device.
12 Preheater Preheat the medium before plotting. (Attached inside the platen)

Operation Panel

The operation panel that is used to operate the device.

Display

Displays a set item, a guidance error, etc.

POWER lamp

It lights up (in green) when the power to the device is turned on.

[DATA CLEAR] key

Erase the data has been received.

[REMOTE] key

Change the operation mode between the REMOTE mode and the LOCAL mode.

[ENTER] key

Used to move to the lower-level menu and establish the settings.

[END] key

Used to cancel the last set item that has been input or to return to the previous setting menu.

[TEST & CLEANING] key

Plots the test pattern for checking Nozzle clogging, and performs head cleaning when ink clogging occurs.

Functions of the JOG keys

Each of the JOG keys varies in function according to the time at which it is used.

The functions of the JOG keys are explained below.

	Before the detection of a sheet	After the detection of a sheet	When selecting a function	When inputting a choice selected among several alternatives
	Detects the width and length of the medium.	Shifts the carriage to the left.	____	____
	Detects the width and length of the medium.	Shifts the carriage to the right.	____	____
	____	Shifts the medium away from you.	Restores the last previous function.	Selects the next value.
	____	Moves the medium toward you.	Moves to the next function.	Selects the last previous value.

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.

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HEAT indicator

Lights in orange while the print heater is being heated.

CONSTANT indicator

Lights in green when the temperature of the print heater reaches the set temperature.

Heater power switch

Turns on/off the power of the heaters

HEAT indicator

Lights in orange while the print heater is being heated.

CONSTANT indicator

Lights in green when the temperature of the print heater reaches the set temperature.

- The HEAT indicator may go off while the CONSTANT indicator is lighting. This is not an error but an indication that the temperature of the print heater have reached the set temperature and heating is interrupted.

Carriage

The carriage is provided with ink heads for printing, a cutter unit for cutting off medium, etc. It is also provided with a lever for adjusting the head height according to the thickness of the medium used.

Heater

The platen has heater built-in for printing and preprinting.

The preheater preheats the medium before plotting to prevent rapid temperature change at the printing section. The print heater improves the plot quality and dries ink after printing.

- While the heater is heating, the platen is very hot. When opening the front cover or replacing the medium, lower the heater temperature and wait until the platen temperature drops. Doing so while the platen is hot may cause burn.

- When replacing the medium with a thin one, lower the heater temperature and wait until the platen temperature drops. Doing so while the platen is hot may cause the medium to stick to the platen or cause wrinkles or curls of the medium.

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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.

Cap : It covers the nozzle so as to prevent the head nozzle from drying up.

Wiper : It is used to clean the head nozzle.

The wipers are consumable parts. If the wiper is deformed or the medium is stained, replace the wiper with a new one.

The pinch roller and The feed roller

- While the device is not being used, keep the pinch roller in the upper position. If the pinch roller is left lowered for an extended period of time, it can deform and fail to securely retain the medium.

This device retains a medium with the pinch roller and the feed roller.

During plotting operation, the feed roller feeds the medium forward.

The medium sensor

The medium sensors detects the presence of the medium and the medium length.

There is a medium sensors on the platen.

- Set up medium to cover medium sensor at the back side of platen absolutely. If the part of medium is not on medium, the medium can not be detected.

Cutter blade and cutting line

The carriage is provided with a cutter unit for cutting off the medium that has been plotted on. The cutting line along which to cut off the medium is shown below.

“Cutting by Hand” (page 2.26) “Automatic Cutting [AUTO CUT]” (page 4.8).

Cutter blade Cutting Line

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Cutting line

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. In this case, also wash the backside of eyelids to rinse ink away completely. Then, consult a doctor as soon as possible.

- Never disassemble the ink cartridge.

- Do not shake the ink cartridge violently. Shaking or turning it roughly can cause leakage of ink.

- Never refill the ink cartridge with ink. Refilling the ink cartridge can cause a trouble. Remember that Mimaki assumes no responsibility for any damage caused by the use of the ink cartridge replenished with ink.

- Use the JV3 specified ink. Using any ink type other than the exclusive one can cause a trouble. Remember that the user shall be charged for a repair to correct any damage resulting from the use of ink other than the exclusive type.

- If the ink cartridge is moved from a cold place to a warm place, leave it in the room temperature for three hours or more before using it.

- Be sure to thoroughly consume the ink in the ink cartridge, once it is opened, within three months. If an extended period of time has passed after opening the cartridge tank, plotting quality would be poor.

- Be sure to store ink cartridges in a cold and dark place.

- Store ink cartridges in a place that is out of the reach of children.

- Request an industrial waste processor for processing of empty cartridges.

- D o not touch or stain the contacts of the ink cartridge as doing so may cause damage to the print circuit board.

Precautions in handling the medium

Carefully observe the following when handling the medium.

• Use media recommended by MIMAKI for stable, high-quality plotting.
• Heater temperature setting according to medium characteristics

Set the temperature of the preheater and print heater according to the type and characteristic of the medium used. Automatic temperature setting can be made from the operation panel through profile specification from the dedicated RIP.

- Expansion and contraction of the medium

Do not use medium immediately after unpacking. The medium can expand and contract due to the room temperature and humidity.

The medium have to be left in the atmosphere in which they are to be used for 30 minutes or more after unpacked.

- Curled medium

Avoid the use of curled medium. They can be a cause of a medium jam. If regular-sized coating medium is stored with rolled, the coating face has to face outside.

Types of medium that can be used

The types of medium that can be used with the device are roll medium and cut sheet medium.

The types and sizes of medium that can be used with the device are explained below.

Types of medium that can be used

• T a r p a u l i n
- F F (Flexible Face)
• PVC

Sizes of medium that can be used

	Medium Size JV3-160SP
Roll medium	Maximum 1620 mm
	Minimum 210 mm
	Plotting width 1610 mm	In case setting high-speed scan mode, the maximum scope is 1570 mm.
	Thickness 1.0 mm or less
	Roll outside diameter ∅ 180 mm or less	In case attaching roll holder to the most upper parts, roll outside diameter is ∅ 140 mm or less.
	Roll weight 25 Kg or less	( Without slack on the roll when it is retained at both ends )
	Roll inside diameter 3 or 2 inches
	Plotting surface Faces OUT
	Roll end treatment Light-adhesive tape is used to allow the paper to be removed from the core with ease.
Cut sheet medium	Maximum 1620 mm
	Minimum 210 mm
	Plotting width 1610 mm	In case setting high-speed scan mode, the maximum scope is 1570 mm.

Setting the heater voltage

Set the heater voltage according to the supply voltage to the plotter.

For the voltage setting, use the three voltage selectors under the left back of the cover.

At shipping from the factory, the voltage is set to 220 V for safety.

- The plotter may be damaged if it is plugged to a 200-240V source while the voltage selector is set to 110V.

- 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

Connecting to a 200-240V source

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 medium detector.

The keys other than the [REMOTE] key are effective.

mode

This is the mode after the medium detection.

All keys are effective to enable setups.

The device is able to receive data from computer, however, it will not perform plotting.

In this mode, it is possible to perform the following operations.

1. Pushing the appropriate [JOG] keys to detect a medium and set up an origin.
2. Pushing the [TEST&CLEANING] key to start test plotting and cleaning the head.
3. Pushing the [DATA CLEAR] key to erase the plotting data the device has received.
4. Pushing the [FUNCTION] key to set plotting conditions.
5. Pushing the [HEATER] key to set temperature of the heater.

< REMOTE > mode

The device plots an image from data it receives.

During the plotting operation, push the [REMOTE] key to interrupt the plotting operation.

mode

This is the mode in which plotting conditions can be set.

While the device is in the LOCAL mode, push the [FUNCTION] key to put the device into the FUNCTION mode.

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 2.4

Opening/closing the front cover.... 2.4

Cautions during operation 2.4

Relationships between ink station and head row 2.5

Adjusting the head height 2.6

Setting the medium on the device 2.8

Setting a roll holder 2.8

Setting a paper roll on the device 2.10

Operating the lock pin 2.14

Switching the direction of winding of the medium 2.15

Setting the torque limiter 2.15

Setting cut sheet medium on the device 2.16

Heater-Temperature control 2.18

In case of faultiness with Heater 2.19

Checking and solving nozzle clogging 2.20

Correcting the medium feed rate [MEDIA COMP.] 2.22

Correcting the medium feed rate during operation 2.24

Plotting an Image from source data 2.25

Starting the plotting operation 2.25

Interrupting the plotting operation....2.26

After completing the plotting operation 2.26

To replenish ink, set a new ink cartridge in the ink station 2.27

Ink cartridge trouble 2.28

Turning the power off 2.29

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.

graph TD
    A["Turn on the power on P. 2.3"] --> B["Check the head height P. 2.6"]
    B --> C["Set the medium P. 2.8"]
    C --> D["Turn on the power of the heater P. 2.18\nAdjust the temperature"]
    D --> E["Plot the test pattern P. 2.20"]
    E --> F["Correct the medium feed rate P. 2.22"]
    F --> G["Start the plotting P. 2.25"]
    G --> H["Turn off the power P. 2.29"]

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.

- When the main power switch is turned ON with the power switch set to OFF, the nozzle clogging preventive function operates. After operation, the power is turned OFF automatically.

Power switch : Located on the front face of the device. Normally, use this switch.

Press this switch once to turn on the power of the device. Press it again to turn off the device. Even when the power switch is off, the power is turned on periodically and the nozzle clogging preventive function is activated.

Turning the power on

1. Turn on the power to the device.

Tilt the power switch toward the "I" side.

• Make sure that the front cover is closed. If it is open, initialization is not performed.

When the power is switched on, the LCD first displays "BOOT" and then displays the firmware version number.

2. The message "PLEASE WAIT" appears flashing on the LCD.

The initial operation of the device is performed.

3. The device enters the LOCAL mode.

If a medium has been set on the device, the prompt Media Select is displayed on the LCD.

4. Turn on the power to the computer which is connected to the device.

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graph TD
    A["BOOT"] --> B["V X.XX"]
    B --> C["PLEASE WAIT"]
    C --> D["< LOCAL >"]
    D --> E["MEDIA SELECT\nROLL <> LEAF"]

Front cover

Opening/closing the front cover

- Keep the front cover closed during plotting operation. Opening the front cover during plotting interrupts image plotting and disables continuous processing.

If you open the front cover during plotting, the carriage will stop for safety, resulting in abortion of plotting. In this case, re-start the device and computer following the procedure described below.

Cautions during operation

STEP

1. When opening the cover during plotting, the message shown on the right will be displayed.
   Stop the drawing.

Close a cover

1. Stop the data transmission from the computer.

2. Close the front cover.

3. Push the [ENTER] key.

4. The carriage will start to move.

The carriage will carry out a series of performance same as that taken after turning on the power to the device (i.e., the

predetermined initial performance). 📋 page 2.3

(COVER OPEN) PRESS < ENT > KEY

INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT

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.

And cartridges of ink station are different from the selection of 4 color ink set or 6 color ink set when the full up ink is performed.

* Bk:Black/ M:Magenta / C:Cyan / Y:Yellow / Lc:Light Cyan / Lm:Light Magenta / W:Washing fluid (SPC-0352)

Adjusting the head height

The head can be adjusted in height in two different stages, upper and lower, according to thickness of a medium used for plotting.

This adjusting function enables the device to respond to light-weight medium such as paper and film and heavy-weight medium such as tarpaulin as thick as 0.5 mm.

• Adjust the head height before placing a medium on the device. If the head height has been set for light-weight media when a heavy-weight medium is to be placed on the device, moving the carriage from the capping station for adjusting the head height after the medium is placed on the device can cause paper jamming or head breakage.
• When in bidirection mode, adjust the head height before executing print adjust in the maintenance function. Page 5.9
• According to the adjusted head height, set the head height (Thin / Thick).

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Medium Height adjusting lever
PVC	Thin : light-weight
TarpaulinFF	Thick : heavy-weight

- Set the lever to the lower stage (Thick) if dust is likely to gather in the head or the head is likely to rub the medium to leave ink on it.

1. Move the carriage to the platen.

When the device is turned on : Execute [CARRIAGE OUT].

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When the device is turned off: Open the front cover, then move the carriage.

2. Loosen two screws mounted on the front face of the head with a coin or the like.

3. Adjust the height adjusting lever according to the medium 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.

- If you tighten the screws without keeping the height adjusting lever held at the set position, the head may not be secured at the normal position.

- Fasten the screw securely.

5. Return the carriage to the station position.

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Setting the medium on the device

The medium that can be used with the device are roll medium and leaf medium.

Use the medium commended by MIMAKI.

- If a transparent medium is set, the following message appears on the LCD and the medium may not be detected.

ERROR 50 MEDIA SENSE

• If the medium is exposed to direct sunshine, the medium width may not be detected correctly.
• Do not use printed media, or ink adheres to a pinch roller and media may not be detected.
• S strong or internal curled media must be set to be along the platen by rolling it in the opposite direction.

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 medium, change the attachment position of the roll holder by reducing or increasing the heater contact time.

To reduce the heater contact time, attach the roll holder at the top position; to increase the heater contact time, attach it at the bottom position.

When it is attached to the top or bottom position, it is necessary to use the lock pin to set the medium. Page 2.14

1. Remove the four screws, and then remove roll assy.

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1. Remove the eight screws, and then remove roll guide rail (long).

2. Remove the four screws, and then remove roll guide rail (short).

3. Attach the roll guide rail (short/long) to another position in reverse order of removal.

4. Fit the roll assy.

Fit the roll assy so that the horseshoe-shaped section at the end of the roll base fits the roll guide rail.

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Setting a paper roll on the device

The procedure for setting roll medium on the device is described below.

• The roll medium is heavy in weight. Take care not to drop it on your foot.

1. Pull up the clamp lever at the back of the device.

When the roll holder is attached at the top or bottom position, it is necessary to use the lock pin.

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2. Loosen the screw of the left-hand roll holder.

3. Determine the position of the roll holder.

The inside diameter of the roll medium core may be 2 inches or 3 inches.

A roll holder is tighten with screws along the sticker [Roll holder set].

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4. Insert the let-hand roll holder into the core of the roll medium.

Push roll medium onto the roll holder till the roll core no longer moves.

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5. Loosen the screw of the right-hand roll holder.

Adjust the roll holder position to the width of the roll medium.

- By placing the roll medium on the medium support bar, the position of roll holder can be adjusted easily.

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1. Insert the right-hand roll holder into the core of the roll medium.

After inserting the roll holder completely into the core of the roll medium, fix it with the screw.

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1. Pull out the roll medium from the back of the device until it reaches the end of the platen.

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1. Insert the roll medium that has been pull out between the platen and the pinch rollers and pull it to the front of the device.

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1. Push the clamp lever at the back of the device.

The clamp lever on the front face is lowered to hold the medium. (for temporary setting)

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1. Open the front cover and pull up the clamp lever at the front of the device.

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1. Pull out the roll medium gently and then stop pulling when locked lightly.

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- When using a leaf medium, set it so that it does not run off to the right of the pinch roller at the right end.

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1. Pull the roll medium from side to side evenly and push down the clamp lever.

When the roll holder is attached at the top or bottom position, it is necessary to use the lock pin.

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1. Set an empty paper tube to the take-up device.

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1. Close the front cover and push the [ENTER] key.

The width of the medium is detected.

Press the [▼] jog key to feed the medium up to the paper tube position of the take-up device.

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1. Fix the medium to the empty paper tube using an adhesive tape.

- Check that there is no slack or wrinkle, caused by uneven tension, on the roll medium in the range between the roll holder and the platen. While pulling the roll medium from side to side evenly, clamp the lever.

- If the roll medium used is wide, the edges of the paper may get loose from the platen during plotting. Use the media plate to hold down the edges of the medium. This prevents the medium from being stained with the ink by getting loose from the platen.

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- When using a thick medium, remove the media plate from the medium before plotting.

Operating the lock pin

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 medium on the platen before using the lock pin. Once unlocked, resetting of the medium is necessary.

1. Turn over the lever of the roll holder toward you.

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1. Push the lock pin and release the lever.

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Switching the direction of winding of the medium

The take-up device is mounted with a switch that specifies the direction in which a medium is wound.

FORWARD : The take-up device winds the medium with its plotting face faced out.

OFF : The take-up device will not wind the medium.

REVERSE : The take-up device winds the medium with its plotting face faced in.

Setting the torque limiter

There is torque limiter adjustment mechanism in take-up device.

Strength of take-up is possible to be changed by adjusting the torque limiter.

(When shipping, it's set at the strongest.)

When using this media and tension is too strong, weaken the adjustment for the torque limiter.

- Clockwise : It becomes strong

• Anti-clockwise : It becomes weak

Medium to be used : The thick media, such as Tarpaulin. Medium to be used : A light medium

(50% of maximum Torque Limiter Mark)

(100% of maximum Torque Limiter Mark)

- If the torque limiter on the take-up device side is adjusted weaker than the roll holder side, a roll paper fails to be sent smoothly. In case adjustment of the torque limiter is too strong, weaken the adjustment for the torque limiter.

Setting cut sheet medium on the device

Unlike roll medium, the cut sheet medium need not be fixed onto the roll holders.

- W hen using cut sheet medium, take care that it is set straight forward.

1. Open the front cover.

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1. Push up the clamp lever.

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1. Insert the cut sheet medium between the platen and the pinch rollers.

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- When using a leaf medium, set it so that it does not run off to the right of the pinch roller at the right end.

1. Push down the clamp lever.

2. Close the front cover.

3. Push the [ENTER] key.

After the initial operation, the device enter the LOCAL mode.

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1. Push the []key.

The carriage moves to detect the medium. Then, the device enters the LOCAL mode.

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(COVER OPEN) PRESS < ENT > KEY

MEDIA SELECT ROLL <> LEAF

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Heater-Temperature control

To store the Heat temp., set the HEATER of the FUNCTION mode.

FUNCTION mode - SET UP - TYPE - HEATER

This section describes how to adjust the Heat Temp., which has been stored at FUNCTION mode beforehand.

It can be adjusted even in printing, and will be expected temp.

To control Heat Temp, press [HEATER] key and set up the temp. following to the step described below. However, it takes few minutes or more to get to the expected temp.

• This equipment should be used at 20-35 °C to implement a stable print. According to the surrounding temperature condition, the temperature may not rise to the set value.
• Heat temp. will be kept up until the power is turned off or, it is reset under following condition.

• T o change the type of the FUNCTION mode
• T o change the Heat Temp. of the FUNCTION mode
• T o control the Heat Temp. through PC.

- If the application software has the temp control function, it could be remote. Refer to the Operation manual of that Application Software.

Parameter: OFF, 20\~60 °C (per1 °C)

OFF, 68\~140 °F (per1 °F)

According to a rounding error, it's possible not to set by 1^ unit.

Standard of temperature set value

Heater\Medium	PVC Tarpaulin FF
Pre	40 °C	30 °C	55 °C
Print	40 °C	42 °C	55 °C

Adjust to the suitable temperature according to the media condition.

1. Make sure the Heater Switch to be ON.

HEAT indication turns on a light when heating.

When the Heater temp. is up to the set temp, CONSTANT indication turns on a light.

2. Push the [HEATER] key.

Indicate the actual Heater temp. and pre-set temp. at the same time.

Press the [HEAT] key again, then return to previous indication.

Any key operation has not been done up to 30sec., it turns to be Local or Remote mode.

3. Push the [ENTER] key.

The cursor is shown up on the LCD display, then can change the Temp. of Pre-Heater.

4. Select the temperature by pushing the JOG keys [▲] and [▼].

5. Press the Jog key [ ] and Select the PRINT HEATER.

The cursor moves on the indication of Print Heater, and can change the Temp.

6. Change the temperature by pushing the JOG keys [▲] and [▼]

7. Push the [ENTER] key.

8. Push the [HEATER] key.

Return to Local or Remote mode.

When the Heater temp. is still increasing up to the set temp, the LCD will be the right side of indication.

When the Heater temp. goes up to the set temp., the alarm sounds, the CONSTANT indication of Pre-heater and Print Heater turns on a light, then to be Remote mode.

These two messages alternately appear.

- T o start Printing before reaching the set temp., press [ENTER] key and return to Remote mode.

In case of faultiness with Heater

In case the Power turns off, or the Heater is in problem, the LCD indicates below. When pressing the [HEATER] key while indicating below, it shows Error message.

Checking and solving nozzle clogging

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.

- T o perform the test plot on a cut sheet medium, use a medium whose size is A4 or larger with placed in landscape configuration.

- If a normal test pattern cannot be obtained even after the cleaning function is executed, clean the wiper and ink cap. page.3.4

- When in use of a roll medium, the back side of roll medium will loosen after test plotting, for the medium returns to the plot original point by pushing the [REMOTE] or [FUNCTION] key.

Uproll the roll medium by hands before plotting, and set it tidily. The loosened roll medium will cause the inferior image quality.

Test pattern

Abstract pattern of vertical lines in gray, pink, cyan, and yellow (no text or symbols)

Out put direction

Normal pattern

Abstract pattern of black and pink horizontal lines forming a grid-like structure (no text or symbols)

Abnormal pattern

STEP

1. The device enters the LOCAL mode.

Push the [REMOTE] key and put the device back into the LOCAL mode.

REMOTE

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2. Push the [TEST&CLEANING] key.

TEST &

CLEANING

TEST DRAW

< ENT >

3. Push the [ENTER] key.

The device plots the test pattern.

ENTER

** TEST DRAW **

4. Check the test patterns.

If a failure occurs, proceed with step 5; otherwise, terminate the operation.

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5. Push the [TEST&CLEANING] key twice.

TEST & CLEANING

CLEANING

CLEANING

TYPE : normal

6. Select the method of cleaning by pushing the JOG keys [▲] and [↓].

CLEANING

TYPE : normal

soft : Select this if there is any missing line.

normal : Select this if any line is bent.

strong : Select this if inferior plotting cannot be

recovered after [normal] or [soft] cleaning.

CLEANING

TYPE: soft

CLEANING

TYPE : strong

7. Push the [ENTER] key.

Cleaning starts. The operation status is displayed as * in the second line.

ENTER

CLEANING ACTIVE

* * * * * - - - - - - - - - -

8. The device revert the LOCAL mode.

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9. Repeat steps 2, and check the result of the test plotting.

Repeat steps 2 to 7 until normal plotting result is obtained.

Correcting the medium feed rate [MEDIA COMP.]

When the medium type or heater temperature is changed, the amount of medium feed changes. Be sure to correct dot positions.

If the correction value is not appropriate, stripes may occur in the plotting, disturbing neat plotting.

- When the heater temperature is changed, make sure that the CONSTANT indicator is lit and the set temperature is reached before making correction.

- When in use of a roll medium, the back side of roll medium will loosen after executing media comp., for the medium returns to the plot original point.

CORRECTING PATTERN

Plot two bands.

Adjust the plot density so that the boundary of the two bands is plotted with an even density,

Correction value is too large

Correction value is too small

STEP

1. Put the device into the LOCAL mode.
2. Push the [FUNCTION] key.
3. Push the [ENTER] key.
4. Push the [▲] and [↓key to select a type.

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1. Push the [ENTER] key.
2. Push the [ENTER] key.
3. Enter a correction value from the output pattern.

Enter the correction value by pushing the JOG keys [▲and ▼].

- When [ADJUST] is changed to 30, the pattern moves by about 0.1 ~mm . Determine the correction value referencing this amount of movement.

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

Register the correction value.

Repeat steps 6 to 8 until normal plotting result is obtained.

1. Push the [END] key three times, and the menu returns to the LOCAL mode.

FUNCTION

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ENTER

FUNCTION

SET UP < ENT >

SET UP

SELECT: TYPE. 1

SET UP

SELECT: TYPE. 1

ENTER

TYPE. 1

MEDIA COMP.

ENTER

TYPE. 1

PRINT START : ent

[Non-Text]

TYPE.1

ADJUST = 20

ENTER

TYPE. 1

PRINT START : ent

END

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Correcting the medium feed rate during operation

In the "MEDIA COMP.", operations are in a local mode.

The following describes the procedures altering the medium feed rate during operation or in a

Remote mode.([MEDIA COMP.] page 2.22).

STEP

1. Press the [REMOTE] key.

* REMOTE * TYPE. 1 0. 0 0m

2. Press the [FUNCTION] key to confirm the current setting value.

Press the [END] key when an appropriate value is set or to abort an operation.

3. Press the [ENTER] key.

Available to alter the medium feed rate.

4. Press the jog key [] or [] as needed to set the amount of correction.

The value is incremental/ decremental to the correction value of the current media type.

- A new value takes effect in real time. The best effect can be obtained while checking the result.

- The unit of the correction value is the same as in "MEDIA COMP." in the LOCAL mode.

(page 2.22)

5. Press the [ENTER] key.

Confirm the medium feed rate before saving it.

Press the [END] key to return to the REMOTE display.

The altered value ceases to be in effect, and returns to the previous value.

FEED COMP. SAVE : ent

6. Press the [ENTER] key to return to the REMOTE display.

Save the altered medium feed rate. The saved feed rate is effective in the next power on. In case altering the setting on the main unit, it displays "+" after the TYPE. Number.

* REMOTE * TYPE. 1+0. 00m

Press the [END] key to save the value contemporary. Make sure the value ceases to be in effect performing media detection and invalid in the next power on.

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 medium, make sure the back side of roll medium is not loosened before executing plotting. The loosened medium will cause the inferior image quality.

When plotting is started, the LCD displays the following information.

STEP

1. Check the heater temperature.

Make sure that the CONSTANT indicator on the heater panel rights. page .2.18

2. Push the [REMOTE] key.

The type of the currently selected plotting condition can be confirmed. Page 1.7

* REMOTE * TYPE. 1 0. 0 m

3. Transmit data from the computer.

The plotting conditions that have been set for the data are displayed. For the method of data transmission, see the manual for the output software.

4. During the plotting.

During the plotting operation, the length of the medium plotted on is displayed.

5. After the plotting operation is completed, push the [REMOTE] key to put the device back into the LOCAL mode.

width:1272mm

Interrupting the plotting operation

To interrupt the plotting operation, stop the carriage and erase (the receive data) from the device.

STEP

1. Push the [REMOTE] key to stop the plotting operation.

width : 1272 mm

1. If data is being transmitted from the computer to the device, stop the data transmission.

2. Push the [DATA CLEAR] key. The data that has been received is erased.

DATA CLEAR

< ENT >

1. Push the [ENTER] key. The device enters the LOCAL mode.

width : 1272 mm

After completing the plotting operation

Cutting off the medium 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.
• When Auto Cut has not been specified (page 4.8), cut off the medium using the following procedure.

STEP

1. Put the device back into the LOCAL mode. Push the [REMOTE] key and put the device back into the LOCAL mode.

width: 1272 mm

1. Push the [JOG] key until the LCD gives the indication [ORIGIN SET UP]. Any of the JOG keys can be used.

ORIGIN SET UP 0.0----

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.

MEDIA CUT

< ENT >

1. Push the [ENTER] key. Cut off the medium that has been plotted on.

MEDIA CUTTING PLEASE WAIT

1. The device enters the LOCAL mode. The device returns to its initial condition.

width : 1272 mm

To replenish ink, set a new ink cartridge in the ink station

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. When carrying out continuous output, after checking the ink level, start printing. In case ink finish, printing stops, or replacing the ink may result in color change during printing.

< When the amount of ink becomes small during plotting >

Indicate the ink color which has run out.

The display at right indicates that black ink comes to an end.

NEAR END K ----

(4-color model)

< When the amount of ink completely runs out during plotting >

Indicate the ink color which has completely run out.

The display at right indicates that cyan ink runs out.

INK END -- M ----

STEP

1. Either of the messages shown above is displayed on the LCD during plotting.

When [INKnearEND] appears, the local mode is resumed and the operation stopped each time plotting of a single data is completed. Proceed with Step 2 at the end of the plotting operation. Proceed to Step 2 at the end of the plotting operation. When [INKEND] appears, plotting cannot be continued.

1. Install a new ink cartridge.

Pull out the ink cartridge of the indicated color and then set a new ink cartridge.

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1. The device enters the LOCAL mode.

Continuous plotting is possible.

Display ink information

This information allows you to check the remaining amount of ink.

1. Press the [ENTER] key in the local mode.

The remaining amount of ink is displayed with a number from 1 to 9.

1 indicates near end and 9 full.

K K MM C C Y Y REMAIN 9 8 7 8 5 6 7 7

1. Press the [ENTER] key again to return to the local mode.

If the ink cartridge is defective, the error details are displayed.

NEAR END FUL 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

P.6.5, 6.6

Ink cartridge trouble

When an ink cartridge trouble is detected, a warning message appears and plotting, cleaning and all other activities that use ink are deactivated. When this is the case, replace the ink cartridge in question immediately.

- Do not leave the ink cartridge unreplaced for a long time as this will cause malfunction of the clogged nozzle prevention function and the plotter must be repaired by a service person.

Learning the detail of ink cartridge trouble

The cause of the cartridge trouble can be checked as written below.

CARTRIDGE KKMMCCYY

(4-color model)

1. Press the [ENTER] key while in the LOCAL mode.

K K MM C C Y Y REMAIN 9 8 7 5 8 8 7 5

2. Press the [ENTER] key again.

The menu will return to the LOCAL mode automatically when no trouble exists.

If two or more cartridges have a problem, press the [ENTER] key again to display the second cartridge.

When all problem cartridges are displayed, the menu returns to the LOCAL mode automatically.

NON -ORIGINAL INK KKMMCCYY

WRONG INK IC KKMMCCYY

Kind of INK KKMMCCYY

Color of INK KKMMCCYY

WRONG CARTRIDGE KKMMCCYY

Expiration KKMMCCYY

Turning the power off

When plotting is completed, press 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.

- Do not turn off the main power switch on the rear face. The power is turned on periodically and the nozzle clogging preventive function is activated. (Flashing) If the main power switch is turned off, the nozzle will be clogged. Repair by service personal is required.

- Leave the front cover closed. If it is open, the nozzle clogging preventive function is not activated.

- If the power switch is turned off, the exhaust fan of the device stops. For ventilation, do not turn off the power switch immediately after plotting.

- If the power is turned off while the device is engaged in plotting, the head may fail to be retracted in the capping station. If the head is left without capped for an extended period of time, the nozzle will be clogged with dust. If the power to the device is turned off without the head capped, return on the power to the device.

1. Turn off the power to the device.

The POWER indicator on the operation panel goes off.

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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

Use the cleaning kit.... 3.6

Cleaning the station interior 3.6

Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH] 3.7

When the waste ink tank becomes full 3.9

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 protective glasses.

- Never disassemble the device. Disassembling the device can result in electric shock hazards and breakage of the device.

- P revent moisture from entering inside the device. If the inner part of the device becomes wet, electric shock hazards and breakage of the device can result.

- Conduct maintenance works after turning off the power switch and detaching the power cable. If not, unexpected troubles can arise.

- Do not wipe the nozzles, wiper, or cap of the head with water of alcohol as doing so may cause nozzle clogging or damage to nozzles.

- Do not use benzine, thinner and chemical agents containing abrasives. Such materials can deteriorate or deform the surface of the cover.

- Do not apply lubricating oil or the like inside the device. Such materials can cause the plotter mechanism to fail.

- Be careful not to allow the maintenance cleaning fluid RS or ink to adhere to the cover as this may cause deterioration or discoloring of the surface of the cover.

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.

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Cleaning the platen

- Clean the platen after the platen cools down.

The platen may be stained by lint or dust since the medium is cut on it.

Wipe out dirt using the supplied paper towel.

If it is stained by ink, drop the cleaning fluid using a dropper and then wipe out dirt using a paper towel.

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Cleaning the media sensor

Using the cotton buds, wipe out dust or dirt on the surface of the sensor.

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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.

Use the cotton buds to clean the ink and wiper.

Clean the wiper and the ink cap periodically so as to keep the plotter in good operation condition.

- When cleaning the ink station and head, be sure to wear the supplied goggle and gloves since you may get ink in your eyes.

- Do not move the carriage out of the capping station by hand. Use the appropriate operation key to move the carriage.

STEP

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.

FUNCTION SET UP < ENT >

1. Push the [ ] and [ ] key until the display gives the indication [MAINTENANCE].

FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT >

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

[STATION] is displayed.

MAINTENANCE STATION

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

[CARRIAGE out] is displayed.

STATION MENT : CARRIAGEout

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

Move the carriage on the platen.

STATION COMPLETED : ent

1. Open the front cover.

2. Holding the projections at both ends, draw out the wiper.

Hand inserting a component into an electronic circuit board (no text or symbols visible)

1. Remove the ink at the wiper and the bracket using a cotton bud 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 5.5

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1. Holding the projections at both ends, insert the wiper which has cleaned into place.

Hand inserting a component into an electronic circuit board (no text or symbols visible)

1. Wipe off ink or dirt adhered to the rubber of the cap and the ceiling of the wiper cover using cotton buds.

- Be careful not to leave lint of the cotton bud. Lint may cause plotting failure.

- Wipe the head sides with a cotton bud as ink may be adhering there also.

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

The carriage return to the capping station, and the initial operation is performed.

INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT

Use the cleaning kit

In case the internal section is dirty or if nozzle missing cannot be resolved even after cleaning (page 2.21, 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 protective glasses.

• Cleaning fluid RS for maintenance (SPC-0336)
• Dropper
• Cotton bud
  • Glove

Cleaning the station interior

STEP

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.
2. Push the [▲] and [▼] key until the display gives the indication [MAINTENANCE].
3. Push the [ENTER] key.

[STATION] is displayed.

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

[CARRIAGE out] is displayed.

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

Move the carriage on the platen.

1. Open the front cover.
2. Dampen a cotton bud with cleaning fluid.
3. Using the cotton bud dampened with cleaning fluid, wipe out dirt on the wiper and around the cap.

- Be careful not to leave lint of the cotton bud. Lint may cause plotting failure.

1. Close the front cover, and push the [ENTER] key.

The carriage return to the capping station, and the initial operation is performed.

graph TD
    A["FUNCTION"] --> B["SET UP < ENT >"]
    C["FUNCTION"] --> D["MAINTENANCE < ENT >"]

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Cleaning the nozzle [NOZZLE WASH]

- If nozzle clogging cannot be resolved even after cleaning several times, execute the [FILL UP INK] and [WASH] functions (image page 5.11). If this error cannot be resolved with these functions, contact the dealer.

STEP

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.
2. Push the key until the display gives the indication [MAINTENANCE].
3. Push the [ENTER] key.
   [STATION] is displayed.
4. Push the [ENTER] key.
   [NOZZLE WASH] is displayed.

5. Push the [ENTER] key.
   Move the carriage on the platen.

6. Open the front cover.

7. Holding the projections at both ends, draw out the wiper.

8. Remove the ink at the wiper and the bracket using a cotton bud 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 5.5

1. Holding the projections at both ends, insert the wiper which has cleaned into place.

FUNCTION SET UP < ENT >

FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT >

MAINTENANCE STATION

STATION MENT : NOZZLE WASH

Wiper Cleaning COMPLETED :ent

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Hand inserting a plug into an electronic circuit board (no text or symbols visible)

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

2. F ill the cap with the cleaning fluid using a dropper.

3. Close the front cover, and push the [ENTER] key.

4. Press the [▲] and [▼key, select the time to leave. (1-99 mins: 1 min unit)

Normally set 1 min.

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

The indication at the right display continues during selected time to leave for sucking the cleaning solution and cleaning.

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STATION TIME: 1 min

INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT

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.

STEP

1. Remove screws from the waste tank guard.
2. Open the waste tank guard.
3. Holding the handle, raise the waste ink tank.
4. With the tank raised, turn the tank by 90 degrees and let it down.
5. Pull out the tank toward you.

1. Replace the waste ink tank with a new one.

Hold the handle, then insert the tank into the direction shown by the arrow.

Put a cap over the tank that is full of waste ink and dispose of the tank.

• When pulling out the waste ink tank, hold the opening of the waste ink tank with paper and then slowly pull it out to prevent waste ink from spattering.
• Before replacing ink, put paper on the floor to prevent it from being stained with ink.

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1. Raise the inserted waste ink tank, then turn it by 90 degrees.

2. Close the waste tank guard and secure with the screws.

- Request an industrial waste processor for processing of empty cartridges.

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

Effective Plotting Area 4.13

Establishing An Origin 4.14

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.

graph TD
    A["<<LOCAL>> width : 1272 mm"] --> B["FUNCTION SET UP < ENT >"]
    B --> C["SET UP SELECT : TYPE.1"]
    C --> D["TYPE.1 MEDIACOMP. < ent >"]
    D --> E["TYPE.1 PRINT START : ent"]
    E --> F["TYPE.1 ADJUST = 0"]
    F --> G["TYPE.1 ADJUST = 20"]
    G --> H["TYPE.1 PRINT START : ent"]
    C --> I["TYPE.1 HEATER < ent >"]
    I --> J["TYPE.1 PRE HEAT < ent >"]
    J --> K["TYPE.1 PRE HEAT : 40°C"]
    K --> L["TYPE.1 PRE HEAT : 60°C"]
    L --> M["TYPE.1 PRE HEAT < ent >"]
    A --> N["FUNCTION SET UP : TYPE.2"]

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. Select either function.

3. Select a type.

There are four types. The FUNCTION mode can be set for each type depending on the medium type used.

4. Select the Function.

Select the function pushing the JOG keys [▲ and [ ]▼

5. Enter the Function selected.

Press the [ENTER] key.

6. Select a parameter.

Press the JOG keys [▲ and [ ] to select a parameter.

7. Enter the specified value.

Press the [ENTER] key.

Press the [END] key several time to restore the LOCAL mode.

Function mode

The FUNCTION mode consists of 16 items.

The 16 items can be registered for each of the following four types.

If the type has been registered for each medium type, it becomes easy to change plotting conditions when the medium type is changed.

Example) Type1 : For Tarpaulin 1

1. Make sure that the mode is LOCAL mode.

Width : 1272 mm

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.

FUNCTION

SET UP < ENT >

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

SET UP

SELECT : TYPE . 1

1. Select any of Types 1 through 4 by pushing the JOG keys [▲] and [▼].

SET UP

SELECT : TYPE . 2

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

Setting Plotting Conditions.

page 4.6 through 4-10

TYPE.1

MEDIA COMP.

Changing the type

If plotting conditions for types 1 through 4 have already been registered, settings can be selected according to the plotting simply by selecting the type.

1. Perform steps 1 through 5 above.

Select a type.

TYPE.1

MEDIA COMP.

1. Push the [END] key.

Plotting with the plotting condition registered for the selected type is possible.

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
HEATER Set the printer	heater condition P.4-6
PRINT MODE Set the plot quality, plot direction, and logical seek P.4-7
INK LAYERS Set the number of over writing P.4-8
DRYING TIMES Set an ink drying time P.4-8
AUTO CUT Cut off the medium automatically at the end of plotting P.4-8
PRIORITY Specifies the value set (host /panel)	P.4-8
PRE-FEED	Feeding the media to back and forth before execute plotting	P.4-9
MARGIN	Set a dead space of the medium	P.4-9
COLOR PATTERN	Plots a color pattern for Nozzle clogging check	P.4-9
REFRESH	Refreshing the head during plotting	P.4-9
MEDIA SET	Set the method of the medium ditection	P.4-10
VACCUM	Set the absorbability of the medium.	P.4-10
MM / INCH	Set a unit of set values.	P.4-10
STAMP	Prints the date of output and plotting condition	P.4-10
AUTO CLEANING	head cleaning automatically per plotting	P.4-10
HEAD HEIGHT	Adjust the head height	P.4-10
SETUP RESET Reset the current plotting conditions	P.4-10

MEDIACOMP. P.2-20

When the medium type or heater temperature is changed, be sure to correct the amount of feed according to the medium thickness.

(-255-255)

HEATER (Temperature setting during plotting P.2-18)

Sets the printer heater and preheater built in the platen.

PRE HEAT :Sets the temperature of the preheater.

(OFF, 20-60°C / 68-140°F)

PRINT HEAT :Sets the temperature of the printheater.

(OFF, 20-60°C / 68-140°F)

°C / °F : Selects the unit of temperature.

(°C / °F)

STANDBY :Sets the time interval since when plotting is completed till when the heater temperature begins to drop to the preheat temperature. The preheat temperature is preset and cannot be changed. When plotting is started when the temperature has dropped, it rises up to the set temperature automatically.

When [NONE] is selected, the temperature does not drop to the preheat temperature.

(NONE, 10-90 min /10min step)

OFF TIME : The heater is turned off in the following cases:

- If the device does not plot for the setup time or longer in the standby mode.

- With STANDBY-[NONE] selected, when plotting is started with the heater off if the device does not plot for the setup time of longer after the end off plotting, the temperature rises up to the set temperature automatically.

With [NONE] selected, the heater is not turned off.

(NONE, 30, 60, 90 min.)

PRINT MODE

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. This mode allows higher plotting speed with a lower plot quality than UNI-D. (UNI-D, BI-D)

LOGICALseek :

Normally, the head moves all the way to both ends of the medium to make plotting. With LOGICAL seek, the head moves to the left and right according to the width of the plot image to make plotting. This can reduce the plotting time. This mode is effective not for raster data over the entire square area such as photographs but for illustrations.

The head movements are shown below.

OFF (UNI-DIRECTIONAL) OFF (BI-DIRECTIONAL)

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Pure diagram of parallel lines with arrows and a diamond shape, no text or symbols present

ON (UNI-DIRECTIONAL) ON (BI-DIRECTIONAL)

graph TD
    A["Start"] --> B{Decision}
    B -->|Yes| C["Process"]
    B -->|No| D["End"]

graph TD
    A["Start"] --> B{Decision}
    B -->|Yes| C["Process"]
    B -->|No| D["End"]

INK LAYERS

Sets the number of overwriting if ink coloring is poor.

(1-9 times)

DRYING TIME

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 medium plotted is cut off.

Specify the time to be established in accordance with the printing resolution on a drawing and the type of medium to be used.

SCAN :

Sets the time of temporary stop at the capping station during the reciprocating motion of the head.(0.0-9.9 sec)

- When 3 seconds or longer pause is specified, once the head is capped, for the ink blockage protection function works.

AUTO CUT :

Sets the time between the end of plotting and medium cutting.

However, the AUTO CUT function needs to be enabled.(0-999 sec)

AUTO CUT

This function cuts off the medium automatically at the end of plotting.

If AUTO CUT is not specified, the device plots the next plotting data after plotting the current data, without cutting off the medium.

(ON, OFF)

Even if AUTO CUT is not specified, you can cut off the medium by hand.

page 2.26

PRIORITY

Specifies whether the values set on the device (panel) are given priority or the values set on the computer (host) are enabled as for the following seven functions.

(HOST, PLOT)

- MEDIA COMP.

• HEATER

- PRINT MODE

- INK LAYERS

• D R YING TIME

• AUTO CUT

- REFRESH

• V A C C U M

PRE-FEED

Medium that require high heater temperature for plotting, or other types of medium 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. Prefeed function works automatically to prevent the media from sticking to the platen by feeding the media to back and forth a little before execute plotting.

(ON, OFF)

MARGIN

This function sets a dead space to increase/decrease the right and left margins of the medium.

The function is used to increase the margin for binding.

You can set a dead space for each of the right and left margins of the medium.

(-10-85 mm)

COLOR PATTERN

Plots a color pattern at the right end of the medium. Nozzle clogging can be checked during plotting.

When color pattern is ON, plotting start position glides 18mm from the origin to the scan direction. The plotting working width becomes smaller. Therefore, when plotting is made all the way to both ends of the medium, turn this function off.

REFRESH

Solidification of ink can be prevented by refreshing the head during plotting.

If this function is executed in a dusty place or dry place, ink in the head will be likely to solidify.

A larger level results in more number of refreshes.

(LEVEL0-3)

MEDIA SET

This function sets the method of medium detection.

SELECT :

During the initial operation, the device displays a menu for selection of “roll medium” or “cut sheet medium”.

When “roll medium” is selected, only the width of the medium is detected. When “cut sheet medium” is selected, both the width and length of the medium are detected.

WIDTH :

Select this method when a roll medium is used.

Only the width of a medium will be detected.

When the medium is set and the clam lever is pushed up, the device detects only the medium width automatically.

VACCUM

Sets the absorbability of the medium. If the medium tends to stick to the platen, select LOW. (STANDARD, LOW, OFF)

MM / INCH

Set a unit of set values displayed.

(MM, INCH)

STAMP

Prints the date of output and plotting condition at end of plotting.

MODE STAMP : Print the plotting condition.(ON, OFF)

TIME STAMP :Print the date of output.(ON, OFF)

AUTO CLEANING

The head is cleaned automatically. Perform cleaning for each plot to prevent plotting failures. (ON, OFF)

HEAD HEIGHT

Adjust the head height.

Select the correction value (Thin, Thick) for the head height registered by PRINT ADJUST during maintenance.

(THIN, THICK)

page 5.9 PRINT ADJUST

SETUP RESET

This function resets the current plotting conditions to the factory-set plotting conditions. Execute this function for each of the types of set plotting conditions.

Setting suitable heater temperature

The following describes the procedure for setting the suitable heater temperature at the time of heater temperature depends on the medium type and ambient temperature. ( page 2.18,4.5) Set a temperature which is suitable for each medium. Non-coated media and media with a long ink drying time improve the ink fixing and drying characteristics.

Set a suitable heater temperature with the following procedure.

graph TD
    A["Set the heater temperature page 2.18"] --> B["Leave until the CONSTANT indicator goes on."]
    B --> C{Is medium wrinkled?}
    C -->|YES| D{Does medium stick to platen?}
    C -->|NO| E["Correct the medium feed rate page 2.22"]
    D --> F{Make test plotting.}
    F --> G{Does beading occur?}
    G -->|YES| H["Raise the heater temperature"]
    G -->|NO| I["End"]
    J["Initially, set a high temperature"] --> A
    K["Press jog keys to move the medium back and forth"] --> E

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 medium after plotting.

STOP TIME

Stops rotation of the exhaust fan and the drier fan at the specified period of time interval after plotting.

CONT.:

Rotates the fan at a HIGH speed.

0-240 min :

Set up the period of time after plotting when the fan is to be sopped. When the plotter starts operation, the fan starts rotation accordingly. (During plotting, the fan is rotating at a high speed.)

RENEW

Selects the current status of the exhaust fan and the drier fan.

(HIGH, LOW, OFF)

Enable to change the angle of the drying fan to the two directions as "Media set" or "Print". Change the angle in need.

STEP

1. Loosen the upper knob screws at both sides of the drier fan.

2. Select a angle as setting.

Set the print position as plotting.

1. Retighten the knob screws.

Effective Plotting Area

The device has an area which cannot perform printing, due to mechanical reasons. This area is called “dead space”.

- Changing the effective printing area...

Initial value of dead space for right and left of medium is 15 m each. The effective plotting area can be changed by changing the dead space. Dead space is set with [Margin] in FUNCTION mode.

Establishing An Origin

Establish an origin in terms of data on medium loaded on the device. In the case of printing with the unspecified origin, set the origin again.

STEP

1. After the medium detection is completed, move the carriage to the position at which to establish an origin by pushing the JOG keys [▲], [▼], [◀] and [▶].

1. After deciding the origin, push the [ENTER] key.

The effective plotting area is displayed on the LCD, and the device enters the LOCAL mode. (When a roll medium is used, X is not detected.)

When the device stars plotting the next time, it uses the origin that has been established unless the origin is changed.

Standard of printing origin

The printing origin in set like right chart when shipping.

The value of scanning direction (X') can be changed with [Margin] in FUNCTION mode. P.4-9

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 deterioration 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.

Table of contents

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 5.5

[STATION]-[WIPER EXCHANGE] 5.5

Regular wiping function [INT.WIPING] 5.7

When medium thickness is changed [PRINT ADJUST] 5.9

If nozzles are clogged even after the cleaning function is executed ..... 5.11

[FILL UP INK] 5.11

[HEAD WASH] 5.11

Ink discharge way cleaning [Disway WASH] 5.13

Sleep cleaning [SLEEP clean] 5.15

When not in use the plotter over the long term [CUSTODYwash] 5.16

Drawing setup conditions [LIST] 5.18

Plotting HEX CODE [DATA DUMP] 5.19

Wiper Life warning [WIPE LEVEL] 5.20

Setting time [TIME SET] 5.21

Displaying device information [INFORMATION] 5.22

Replace the cutter blade for cutting.... 5.23

Ink exchanging procedure 5.24

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 following operation on the operation panel.

You have to understand how to invoke the desired maintenance function to carry out maintenance.

STEP

1. Make sure that the mode is LOCAL mode.

width : 1272 mm

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.

FUNCTION SET UP < ENT >

1. Push the [▲] and [▼key until the display gives the indication [MAINTENANCE].

FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT >

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

MAINTENANCE STATION

1. Select the next operation.

Set up the desired maintenance function to carry out maintenance. Page 5.3

Setup functions

The following describes the overview of and settings for each function.

Name Function
STATION Clean the inside of the station and replace the wiper.( WIPER EXCHANG, CARRIAGEout )		page 5.4through 5.6
INT.WIPING Wipe off the condensed ink		page 5.7
PRINT ADJUST Adjust the dot position according to the head height, high/low.		page 5.9
FILL UP INK Perform this function if nozzle clogging is resolved after head cleaning.		page 5.11
HEAD WASH Perform this function if nozzle clogging is resolved after head cleaning.		page 5.11
Disway WASH Wash the ink discharge way (from the ink cap to the waste ink tank).		page 5.13
SLEEP clean Perform head cleaning and flushing operation to prevent from nozzle-out phenomenon.		page 5.15
CUSTODYwash When not in use the plotter over a week, perform the function to wash the head nozzle and ink discharge way.		page 5.16
LIST Plotting the set condition of the device.		page 5.18
DATA DUMP Plotting data commands received from the computer, in HEX code.		page 5.19
WIPE LEVEL Makes setting to move up the wiper replacement warning depending on the operating environment.		page 5.20
TIME SET Sets the date and time of the built-in calender of the device.		page 5.21
INFORMATION Displays the firmware version, serial number, and dealer number of the device.		page 5.22

Cleaning the station interior [STATION]-[CARRIAGEout]

Move the carriage when cleaning the station interior and replacing the consumable parts.

- D o not move the carriage out of the capping station by hand. Use the appropriate operation key to move the carriage.

For the [STATION] function, there are two following items.

CARRIAGEout : Move the carriage for maintenance of the station interior.

WIPER EXCHANGE : When the message [REPLACE WIPER] is displayed, replace the wiper. 📋 page 5.5.

NOZZLE WASH : Clean the nozzle using the cleaning kit.

page 3.7

STEP

1. Select [CARRIAGEout], and then carriage moves out.

STATION

MENT: CARRIAGEout

1. Open the front cover, then perform the following maintenance works for the station interior.

1. Cleaning the ink capsRemove ink with a cotton swab from the rubber mounted around the cap. page 3.4.

2. Cleaning the wiperTake out the wiper and then wipe out ink with cotton buds. page 3.4.

3. Cleaning the wiper coverWipe off ink to the ceiling of the wiper cover using cotton buds. page 3.4.

4. Replacing the cutter bladeThe cutter blade is a consumable part. When the cutter blade has become blunt, replace it with a new one. page 5.23

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.

REPLACE WIPER

At the same time, clean the ink at the bottom of the slider.

- The wiper is optional supply which does not come with the machine.

- Do not push the [ENTER] key other than the case of replacing wipers. The number of wiper operations that is counted in the Device will be reset. Do not select [REPLACE WIPER] unless the wiper is to be really changed.

STEP

1. Select the [WIPER EXCHG], and then the carriage will come out of the capping station.

STATION MENT: WIPER EXCHG

1. Open the front cover, then change the wiper.

2. Holding the projections at both ends, draw out the wiper.

Use the gloves that are supplied with the separately-available cleaning wiper to protect your hands from stains.

Hand inserting a component into an electronic circuit board (no text or symbols visible)

1. Holding the projections at both ends, insert a new wiper into place.

Hand inserting a component into a circuit board (no text or symbols visible)

1. 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.

Line drawing of a hand using a power tool to connect components into an electrical connector (no text or symbols)

1. Close the front cover, then push the [ENTER] key.

INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT

1. The device enters the LOCAL mode.

width : 1272 mm

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 JV3-160SP, "spray", "mass of ink", or "nozzle-out" phenomena may happen due to evaporation of the solvent medium that may condense on a print-head surface resulting inferior image quality.

When the heater setting temperature and the out side temperature differs greatly, ink easily get to condense.

This function enables to wipe off the condensed ink as wiping the nozzle at intervals during performing plotting.

STEP

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.
2. Push the [▲] or [▼key until the display gives the indication [MAINTENANCE].
3. Push the [ENTER] key. [STATION] is displayed.
4. Push the [ ] or [ ] key until the display gives the indication [INT. WIPING].
5. Push the [ENTER] key. [SCAN COUNT] is displayed.
6. Push the [ENTER] key.
7. Click on the jog keys,[] ▲r [] to select the number of the scanning for the regular wiping.

(0-9990 scan : 10 scan unit)

FUNCTION SET UP < ENT >

FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT >

MAINTENANCE STATION

MAINTENANCE INT.WIPING

INT.WIPING SCAN COUNT

INT.WIPING SCAN COUNT = 0

INT.WIPING SCAN COUNT = 30

- The initial value of the SCAN COUNT is 0 (no wipe). Alter the setting value according to the status of use. Set the scan number around 30 - 50 scans in case setting the heater temperature at 50 degrees Celsius and above, much amount of ink to be coated.

8. Push the [ENTER] key.

[SCAN COUNT] is displayed.

INT.WIPING SCAN COUNT

9. Push the [ ] or [ ] key until the display gives the indication [TEMP.DIFF].

INT.WIPING TEMP.DIFF.

10. Push the [ENTER] key.

INT.WIPING TEMP.DIFF. = 20 °C

11. Click on the jog keys,[▲] or [▼] to select the number of the scanning for the regular wiping.

INT.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 difference exceeds the value of "TEMP.DIFF.".

INT.WIPING TEMP.DIFF.

12. Push the [ENTER] key.

[TEMP.DIFF.] is displayed.

MAINTENANCE INT.WIPING

13. Push the [END] key.

[INT. WIPING] is displayed.

14. Push the [END] key twice, and return to the LOCAL mode.

TWICE

When medium thickness is changed [PRINT ADJUST]

When the head height is adjusted, be sure to correct the dot positions.

The dot position adjustment function enables to set the two kinds of adjustmens, thin/thick, according to the current use head height, for the appropriate head position is subtly different according to the head height. 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.

- When in use of a roll medium, the back side of roll medium will loosen after executing print adjust, for the medium returns to the plot original point.

STEP

1. Select the [PRINT ADJUST].
2. Push the [ENTER] key.
3. Use the jog keys [ ▲][▼] to select a head height.

One of the two head heights may be selected.

[THIN], [THICK]

Check the actual head height and select the applicable height.

MAINTENANCE PRINTadjust

MAINTENANCE HEAD HEIGHT : THIN

MAINTENANCE HEAD HEIGHT : THICK

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

Plotting of the test patterns for the correction of dot position starts. There are seven types of test patterns that are plotted.

MAINTENANCE PRINT START : ent

1. Push the JOG keys [] and [] to correct the dot position of pattern 1.

The seven test patterns that are output are sequentially named [PATTERN 1] to [PATTERN 7].

Select the correct dot positions on [PATTERN 1] using the JOG keys [▲] and [▼]

Select the dot positions that make a straight line on the test pattern in the two plotting directions.

MAINTENANCE PATTERN 1 = 0.0

- If the pattern correction value for straight lines is not within -40 through +40, adjust the head height and then correct it again with [PRINTADJUST].

Select the dot positions 4.0 that make a straight line on the test pattern in two plotting direction.

Out put direction

6. Push the [ENTER] key.

7. Repeat Steps 5 and 6 to correct the dot positions on Patterns 2 to 7.

Select the correct dot positions on each of the patterns. Enter the dot position correction value on Patterns 1 to 7 and then terminate dot position correction.

MAINTENANCE PATTERN 2 = 0.0

MAINTENANCE PATTERN 3 = 0.0

MAINTENANCE PATTERN 4 = 0.0

MAINTENANCE PATTERN 5 = 0.0

MAINTENANCE PATTERN 6 = 0.0

MAINTENANCE PATTERN 7 = 0.0

8. Push the [END] key twice, and the menu returns to the LOCAL mode.

width : 1272 mm

After the dot positions are corrected, select the head height (THIN, THICK) according to the setting function type. The correction value of the head height (thin, thick) becomes valid.

page 4.10

If nozzles are clogged even after the cleaning function is executed

If nozzle clogging is resolved after HEAD CLEANING (page 2.21) and NOZZLE WASH

page 3.7) perform the following functions.

1. [FILL UP INK]: The device is charges ink.
2. [HEAD WASH]: Cleans the head, tube, and damper with the dedicated cleaning fluid (option).

[FILL UP INK]

1. Select the [FILL UP INK].
2. Push the [ENTER] key.

Filling of ink is started automatically.

MAINTENANCE

FILL UP INK

1. When filling of ink is completed, the menu returns.

FILL UP

* * * * * * - - - - - - - - -

1. Push the [END] key twice, and the menu returns to the LOCAL mode.

MAINTENANCE

FILL UP INK

width : 1272 mm

[HEAD WASH]

- The washing liquid (SPC-0335) is separately available from your local distributor.

1. Select the [HEAD WASH].

MAINTENANCE

HEAD WASH

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

WASH REMOVE CARTRIDGE

1. Take out the ink cartridge.

Discharge of the filled ink is started.

1. When the display shown at right appears, set the cleaning cartridge.

Cleaning fluid is suctioned up.

1. When the display shown at right appears, remove the cleaning cartridge.

Suck in air.

1. When the display shown at right appears, set the cleaning cartridge.

Cleaning fluid is suctioned up.

1. When the display shown at right appears, remove the cleaning cartridge.

Cleaning fluid is suctioned up.

1. When all steps have been completed, the display shown at right.

2. Push the [END] key twice, and the FILL UP INK mode is performed.

WASH

SET CLEAN TOOL

WASH

REMOVE TOOL

WASH

SET CLEAN TOOL

WASH

REMOVE TOOL

MAINTENANCE

HEAD WASH

END

TWICE

Ink Set

4 color

Ink discharge way cleaning [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.

- Do not move the carriage out of the capping station by hand. Use the appropriate operation key to move the carriage.

Cleaning tools

- Cleaning fluid RS for maintenance (SPC-0336)

- Pipette

• G I o v e

STEP

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.

2. Push the [▲] and [▼key until the display gives the indication [MAINTENANCE].

3. Push the [ENTER] key.

[STATION] is displayed.

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

[CARRIAGE out] is displayed.

1. Push the [ ] and [ ] key until the display gives the indication [ Disway WASH].

2. Push the [ENTER] key.

The carriage moves to the platen.

Dry suction starts in cycles consisting of 5 seconds of suction followed by 10 seconds of pause.

FUNCTION SET UP < ENT >

FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT >

MAINTENANCE STATION

STATION MENT : CARRIAGEout

STATION MENT : Disway WASH

STATION COMPLETED : ent

1. Open the front cover.

Technical line drawing of a mechanical device with two rotating blades (no text or symbols)

1. 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.

Line drawing of a hand connecting wires to an electronic component (no text or symbols)

1. Close the front cover, and push the [ENTER] key.

Dry suction continues for 30 seconds and then the device is put in Local mode.

STATION COMPLETED : ent

INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT

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.

STEP

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.
2. Push the []▼key until the display gives the indication [MAINTENANCE].
3. Push the [ENTER] key. [STATION] is displayed.
4. Push the []key until the display gives the indication [SLEEPclean].
5. Push the [ENTER] key.
6. Push the JOG-key [▲] or [▼] as needed to select the interval. 4h, 8h, 12h, 24h, OFF
7. Push the [ENTER] key. [SLEEPclean] is displayed.
8. Push the [END] key twice. This returns the device to LOCAL mode.

FUNCTION SET UP < ENT >

FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT >

MAINTENANCE STATION

MAINTENANCE SLEEPclean < ent >

SLEEPclean INTERVAL = 8h

SLEEPclean INTERVAL = 12h

MAINTENANCE SLEEPclean

When not in use the plotter over the long term [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

• Cleaning Solution RS (SPC-0336), Pipette
  • G love, Goggle

STEP

1. Push the [FUNCTION] key.
2. Push the [ ] and [ ] key until the display gives the indication [MAINTENANCE].
3. Push the [ENTER] key.

[STATION] is displayed.

1. Push the [ ] and [ ] key until the display gives the indication [CUSTODYwash].
2. Push the [ENTER] key.

The carriage moves to the platen.

1. Open the front cover.
2. Holding the projections at both ends, draw out the wiper.
3. Remove the ink at the wiper and the bracket using a cotton bud 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 5.5

FUNCTION SET UP < ENT >

FUNCTION MAINTENANCE < ENT >

MAINTENANCE STATION

STATION MENT : CUSTODYwash

Wiper Cleaning COMPLETED :ent

Hand inserting a component into an electronic circuit board (no text or symbols visible)

Line drawing of two hands holding a small object, possibly a tool or device, with no visible text or symbols.

1. Holding the projections at both ends, insert the wiper which has cleaned into place.

2. Push the [ENTER] key.

3. Fill the cap with the cleaning fluid using a dropper.

4. Close the front cover, and push the [ENTER] key.

5. Press the [▲and [ ]▼key, select the time to leave. (1-99 mins: 1 min unit)

Normally set 1 min.

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

Perform the nozzle cleaning.

After completing the nozzle cleaning, the head moves on the platen.

15.Open the front cover.

1. Fill the cap with the cleaning fluid using a pipette.

Repeat the performance several times to clean the ink discharge way for the air aspiration is performed fitfully. Perform the operation for the each cap.

1. Close the front cover, and push the [ENTER] key.

Carriage returns the device to LOCAL mode.

Hand inserting a component into a circuit board (no text or symbols visible)

Fill the Oiquid. COMPLETED :ent

Line drawing of a hand inserting cables into a device panel (no text or symbols)

STATION LEAVING : 2 min

INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT

Line drawing of a hand inserting cables into an electrical panel (no text or symbols)

Drawing setup conditions [LIST]

This function outputs the current settings of the device.

They are useful in carrying out maintenance of the device.

1. SET UP : Indicates a value that is specified with the FUNCTION.
2. PRINTadjust : Indicates a correction value for dot position.
3. REPLACE COUNTER : Indicates the number of times the ink cartridges are replaced.
4. VERSION : Indicates the version of the firmware and memory capacity of the device.
5. PARAMETER : Used for service persons for maintenance.

LIST (System Ver1.00) (I/F Ver1.40) S/N : 00000000
(1) SET UP TYPE1 < TYPE2 > TYPE3 TYPE4
MEDIA COMP. 0 :HOST 100 :HOST 0 :HOST 0 :HOST
HEATER PRE OFF :HOST 200 :HOST OFF :HOST OFF
PRINT OFF 20 OFF OFF
°C/°F °C °C °C °C
STANDBY0min 10min 0min 0min
OFF 0min 30min 0min 0min
PRINT MODE STD :PLOT FAST :PLOT STD :HOST STD :HOST
DIRECTION UNI-D UNI-D UNI-D UNI-D UNI-D
LOGICALseekON ON ON ON ON
INK LAYERS 1 :HOST 1 :HOST 1 :HOST 1 :HOST
DRYING TIME 0.0s 0s:HOST 0.0s 0s:HOST 0.0s 0s:HOST 0.0s 0s:HOST
AUTO CUT OFF :HOST OFF :HOST OFF :HOST OFF :HOST
MARGIN RIG 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm
LEFT 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm 0mm
COLOR PTN. OFF ON OFF OFF
REFRESH LEVEL3 :HOST LEVEL3 :HOST LEVEL3 :HOST LEVEL3 :HOST HEDIA SET SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT VACUUM STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MM M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M M m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m n
REFRESH LEVEL3 :HOST LEVEL3 :HOST LEVEL3 :HOST LEVEL3 :HOST LEVEL3 :HOST HEDIA SET SELECT SELECT SELECT SELECT VACUUM STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD STANDARD MH/INCH MM MM MM MM MM MM MM MTAM MODE OFF ON OFF OFF OFF TIME OFF ON OFF ON OFF ON O A U T O C E L A N O F F W E L V (1 /1) DEODORIZFAN OFF (4) DISPLAY English (5) PRINTadjust PATTERN1 PATTERN2 PATTERN3 PATTERN4 PATTERN5 PATTERN6 PATTERN7 PATTERN8 PATTERN9 PATTERN11 PATTERN12 PATTERN13 PATTERN14 PATTERN15 PATTERN16 PATTERN17 PATTERN18 PATTERN19 PATTERN20 PATTERN21 PATTERN22 PATTERN23 PATTERN24 PATTERN25 PATTERN26 PATTERN27 PATTERN28 PATTERN29 PATTERN30 PATTERN31 PATTERN32 PATTERN33 PATTERN34 PATTERN35 PATTERN36 PATTERN37 PATTERN38 PATTERN39 PATTERN40 PATTERN41 PATTERN42 PATTERN43 PATTERN44 PATTERN45 PATTERN46 PATTERN47 PATTERN48 PATTERN49 PATTERN50 PATTERN51 PATTERN52 PATTERN53 PATTERN54 PATTERN55 PATTERN56 PATTERN57 PATTERN58 PATTERN59 PATTERN60 PATTERN61 PATTERN62 PATTERN63 PATTERN64 PATTERN65 PATTERN66 PATTERN67 PATTERN68 PATTERN69 PATTERN70 PATTERN71 PATTERN72 PATTERN73 PATTERN74 PATTERN75 PATTERN76 PATTERN77 PATTERN78 PATTERN79 PATTERN80 PATTERN81 PATTERN82 PATTERN83 PATTERN84 PATTERN85 PATTERN86 PATTERN87 PATTERN88 PATTERN89 PATTERN90 PATTERN91 PATTERN92 PATTERN93 PATTERN94 PATTERN95 PATTERN96 PATTERN97 PATTERN98 PATTERN99 PATTERN100 p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p.t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p t p s o r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d e r a d f o r a c h i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g f o r a c h i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g f o r a c h h i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g f o r a c h i n g l o w i n g l o w i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g l o w i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h j u v i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h k u v i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h i n g f o r a c h k u v i v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u v y u u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v u v uv

Plotting HEX CODE [DATA DUMP]

Use the function when command error (Page 6.8) 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.

Please mailing the output data to our office nearby, or fax it.

- When this function is used to output data commands on a sheet of paper, use A4 or larger size with the long side set horizontally.

• DATA DUMP automatically feeds line according to the size of paper used.

STEP

1. Select the [DATA DUMP].

Plotting starts automatically.

* REMOTE * ** DATA DUMP **

DATA	DUMP			Ver 1.00
18	48	40	44	59	82	00	82	40	50	00	01	FF	00	00	00	00	00	00	40	59	FF	40	43	00	00	00	00	00	69	00	69	01	25	04	81	00	00	00	00	00	00	00	00	69	00
00	00	00	00	02	88	00	89	00	30	00	00	92	00	92	88	88	88	88	92	92	88	92	88	92	88	92	88	92	88	92	88	92	88	92	88	92	92	92	92	92	92	92
32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32	32

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 environment.

10/10 : Displays the wiper replacement warning when the standard number of wiping is reached (initial value).
9/10 : Displays the wiper replacement warning when nine ten of the standard number of wiping is reached.
8/10 : Displays the wiper replacement warning when eight ten of the standard number of wiping is reached.

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1/10 : Displays the wiper replacement warning when one ten of the standard number of wiping is reached.

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

STEP

1. Select the [TIME SET].
2. Push the [ENTER] key.
3. Set the date.

Press the [◀] and [ ] jog keys to select the digit.

Press the [▲] and [▼jog keys to change the value.

- Not available to set the past date.

1. Push the [] and [] key to select the [TIME].
2. Set the time.

Press the [◀] and [▶] jog keys to select the digit.

Press the [▲] and [↓]og keys to change the value.

1. Push the [ENTER] key.
2. Displays the set date.

Press the [▲ and [ ] log keys to display the time setting.

1. Push the [END] key twice, the device returns to the LOCAL mode.

MAINTENANCE

TIME SET

MAINTENANCE

DATE = 2002.10.02

MAINTENANCE

TIME = 16:20:07

MAINTENANCE

DATE = 2002.10.02

width : 1272 mm

Displaying device information [INFORMATION]

Displays the firmware version, serial number, and dealer number of the device.

If trouble occurs, please inform the dealer or MIMAKI sales office of the contents of the trouble as well as this information. This can make solution quicker.

STEP

1. Select the [INFORMATION].
2. Push the [ENTER] key.
3. Push the [ENTER] key to display the firmware version.
4. Push the [▲] and [▼key to select the [SERIAL No.].
5. Push the [ENTER] key to display the serial number.
6. Push the [▲] and [▼key to select the [DEALER No.].
7. Push the [ENTER] key to display the dealer number.
8. Push the [END] key twice, the device returns to the LOCAL mode.

MAINTENANCE INFORMATION

MAINTENANCE VERSION

MAIN Ver 1.00 I/F Ver 1.00

MAINTENANCE SERIAL No.

MAINTENANCE S/N * * * * * * *

MAINTENANCE DEALER No.

MAINTENANCE D / N * * * * * * *

width:1272mm

Replace the cutter blade for cutting

Cutter blades are consumables. When the cutter blade has become blunt, replace the cutter blade with a new one. (SPA-0107)

• The blade tip is sharp. Take care to prevent possible personal injury.

- S tore 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.

- It is recommended to place a sheet of paper under the cutter blade. This will help find the cutter blade even if it drops.

STEP

1. Execute [CARRIAGE out].

page 5.4

1. Open the front cover.

2. Replace the cutter unit that is located alongside the carriage.

3. Loosen the screws that fix the cutter unit.

4. Remove the cutter unit.
5. Put a new cutter unit in place.

6. Tighten the screws to fix the new cutter unit.

7. Close the front cover, and push [ENTER] key.

8. The device enters the LOCAL mode.

STATION

MENT : CARRIAGE out

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawing of a mechanical assembly with no visible text or symbols

Ink exchanging procedure

The current ink set can be altered.

Change from 4-color ink set to 6-color ink set.

Change from 6-color ink set to 4-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.

Four colors (Black, Magenta, Cyan, Yellow) are used.

Set the ink cartridge according to the upper color order label shown under the ink station on the back.

6-color ink set

Each of the six colors is placed in each ink station for higher-quality printing. Six colors (Black, Magenta, Cyan, Yellow, Light magenta, Light cyan) are used.

The other two ink stations are for setting the washing fluid cartridges (SPC-0352).

Set the ink cartridge according to the lower color order label shown under the ink station on the back.

STEP

1. Select the [WASH].

ENTER

MAINTENANCE

WASH

1. Push the [ENTER] key.

2. Take out the ink cartridge.

Discharge of the filled ink is started.

- The washing liquid (SPC-0352) is separately available from your local distributor.

1. When the display shown at right appears, set the cleaning cartridge.

Cleaning fluid is suctioned up.

1. When the display shown at right appears, remove the cleaning cartridge.

Suck in air.

1. When the display shown at right appears, set the cleaning cartridge.

Cleaning fluid is suctioned up.

1. When the display shown at right appears, remove the cleaning cartridge.

Cleaning fluid is suctioned up.

1. When all steps have been completed, the display shown at right.

2. Pressing the [END] key twice returns the menu to the FILL UP INK mode.

WASH

REMOVE CARTRIDGE

WASH

SET CLEAN TOOL

WASH

REMOVE TOOL

WASH

SET CLEAN TOOL

WASH

REMOVE TOOL

MAINTENANCE

WASH

END

TWICE

INK SET

4 color

1. Use the jog keys [▲][▼] to select an ink set (4-colors, 6-colors).

INK SET

4 color

1. Place the ink cartridges in the ink stations.

A beep sound is heard when the ink cartridge is placed correctly. Ink is filled automatically when the ink cartridge is set.

Set a cartridge

FILL UP PLEASE WAIT

These two messages alternately appear.

FILL UP

1. The menu returns to LOCAL mode when ink fill-up operation is completed.

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 6.2

The device cannot perform printing 6.2

Paper jamming arises/medium is soiled 6.3

The [HEAT] or [CONSTANT] indicator does not go on 6.3

If image quality declines 6.4

While lines/thin spots are obvious or dark stripes occur (In the direction of travel of the head) 6.4

Characters fluctuate doubly or triply into paper feed 6.4

Displacement is observed between outward and inward printing 6.4

The respective color ink injected by the respective color heads do not properly overlap....6.4

Large ink drop on medium....6.4

Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD 6.5

Errors accompanied by warnings 6.5

Error messages 6.8

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.

The device cannot be energized

More often than not, this is due to improper connection of the power cable. Check that the power cable has been properly connected to the power outlet and the computer.

graph TD
    A["Has the power cable been connected to the device and the receptacle?"] -->|No| B["Securely connect the power cable to them."]
    C["Is the main switch ON?"] -->|No| D["Turn on the power of the main switch. 📋 page 2.3"]
    E["Is the power turned off immediately after initial operation?"] -->|Yes| F["Turn on the power of the power switch. 📋 page 2.3"]

The device cannot perform printing

This occurs when the data is not being transmitted to the device properly. It can also occur when any of the device functions fails or the medium has been set improperly.

graph TD
    A["Is the correct interface cable used?"] -->|No| B["Use the cable exclusive for the device."]
    C["Has the interface cable been securely connected in position?"] -->|No| D["Securely connect the interface cable in position."]
    E["Is the message telling that ink has run out shown on the display?"] -->|Yes| F["Replace the ink cartridge with a new one. page 2.27"]

Paper jamming arises/medium is soiled

A jam of the medium or a stained medium is considered to occur when an unsuitable medium is used or the medium is set improperly.

graph TD
    A["Are you using medium specific to the device?"] -->|Yes| B["Are you using medium that has neither curls nor bent ends?"]
    A -->|No| C["Use medium specific to the device."]
    B -->|Yes| D["Does the medium hang over along the platen?"]
    B -->|No| E["Avoid medium that has curls or bent ends."]
    D -->|Yes| F["End"]
    D -->|No| G["Use a take-up device or re-load the medium on the device. page 2.10, 2.16"]

The [HEAT] or [CONSTANT] indicator does not go on

Check the basic operation.

graph TD
    A["Is the power of the device ON?"] -->|Yes| B["Is the power of the heater ON?"]
    A -->|No| C["Turn on the power of the device. page 2.3"]
    B -->|Yes| D["Is the heater temperature setting effective?"]
    B -->|No| E["Turn on the power of the heater."]
    D -->|Yes| F["Set the temperature of the heater. page 2.18"]
    D -->|No| G["Turn on the power of the heater."]

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.

While lines/thin spots are obvious or dark stripes occur (In the direction of travel of the head)

Corrective measure : Execute the head cleaning.

page 2.21

Corrective measure : Clean the interior of the station.

page 3.4 through 3.7, 5.10

Corrective measure : Conduct the [MEDIA COMP.] function.

page 2.22

Corrective measure : If slip of paper is present in the head path, for example, above the media plate, remove it.

Characters fluctuate doubly or triply into paper feed

Corrective measure : Conduct the [MEDIA COMP.] function.

page 2.22

Displacement is observed between outward and inward printing

Corrective measure : Adjust "Y (outward and inward)" in [PRINT ADJUST]

function.

page 5.9

The respective color ink injected by the respective color heads do not properly overlap

Corrective measure : Conduct the [PRINT ADJUST] function.

page 5.9

Large ink drop on medium

Corrective measure : 1. Execute the wiper cleaning.

page 3.4

1. Execute the ink caps cleaning.

page 3.4

1. Execute the head cleaning [normal].

page 2.21

Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD

If something is wrong with the device, the buzzer sounds and a corresponding error message 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.

Warning message Cause Corrective measure
<LOCAL>CARTRIDGE KKMMCCYY	The mounted ink cartridge is defective.	Press the [ENTER] key to display the details of the error. Check the error.
<LOCAL>NEAR END KKMMCCYY	The amount of ink remaining in the ink cartridge is insufficient.	Printing can be continued in file-by-file basis by pushing the [REMOTE] key. However, it is recommended to replace the ink cartridge of which number is shown on the LCD with a new one.
<LOCAL>INK END KKMMCCYY	The ink cartridge has run out of ink.	Replace the ink cartridge of which color is shown on the LCD with a new one.
<LOCAL>timeLIMIT KKMMCCYY	The ink cartridge will expire soon or has expired.	Printing can be continued in file-by-file basis by pushing the [REMOTE] key. However, it is recommended to replace the ink cartridge of which number is shown on the LCD with a new one.
<LOCAL>REPLACE WIPER	Time to replace the wiper in the capping station with a new one has come.	Printing will be enabled by pushing the [REMOTE] key. Then, the error message will not appear until the power is returned on. It is recommended, however, to replace the wiper with a new one as soon as possible.
<LOCAL>DO TEST DRAW	The nozzle recovery cannot be expected because the device is left for a prolonged period of time.	Make test plotting. If nozzle missing is serious, execute [STA-TION] - [WASH] for maintenance.
NON-ORIGINAL INKKKMMCCYY	The loaded ink cartridge is not MIMAKI genuine.	Use the ink specified by MIMAKI.
WRONG INK ICKKMMCCYY	The IC chip of the ink cartridge cannot be read normally.	Attach the ink cartridge(s) corresponding with the color shown on the display. If the same error message appears again on the LCD, contact your local distributor to call for service.
KIND OF INKKKMMCCYY	The type of the loaded ink cartridge is different from the previous one.	Check the type of the loaded ink cartridge.
INK COLORKKMMCCYY	The color of the loaded ink cartridge is different from the previous one.	Check the color of the loaded ink cartridge.
WRONG CARTRIDGEKKMMCCYY	The loaded ink cartridge is defective.	Check the loaded ink cartridge.
NO CARTRIDGEKKMMCCYY	The ink cartridge is not attached to the ink station.	Attach the ink cartridge(s) corresponding with the color shown on the display.
HEATERwidth: xxxxx mm* REMOTE *HEATERTYPE. 1 0.0 0 m	The preheater or print heater has failed.	Press the [HEATER] key to display the details of the error. Check the error.
Heater Power OFF	The power of the heater is off.	Turn on the power of the heater. If the same error message appears again on the LCD, contact your local distributor to call for service.
Pre 40° ▶ 45°CPrint BREAKAGE	The print heater is disconnected.	Contact your local distributor to call for service.
Pre BREAKAGEPrint 43°C (47)	The preheater is disconnected.

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 distributor or MIMAKI office to call for service.

Error message Cause Corrective measure
ERROR 01MAIN ROM	Control circuit board is defective.	Turn off the power to the device an turn it on after a while. If the same error message appears again on the LCD, contact your local distributor to call for service.
ERROR 02MAIN RAM
ERROR 03POWER +5V	Control circuit board is defective.POWER+5VPOWER+35V
ERROR 04FRASH ROM	Control circuit board is defective.
ERROR 06D-RAM
ERROR 07HEAD --- * ---	Head connection failure is detected.
ERROR 08ENCODER n	Trouble with detection of linear encoder.
ERROR 09HDC	Control circuit board is defective.FPGA ErrorHDC Error
ERROR 10COMMAND	The device has received data other than command data.The interface cable used is not in conformance with this plotter.	Securely connect the interface cable in position. Use an interface cable in conformance with the standard.
ERROR 11PARAMETER	A parameter outside the range of acceptable numeric values is received.	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 distributor to call for service.
ERROR 20I / F BOARD	Improper operation has been conducted on the operation panel.
ERROR 21I / F NONE	No I/F board is attached to the control board.
ERROR 23HOST I / F	HOST I/F Timeout error has arisen during communication between the host computer and interface board.	Check to be sure that the cable is securely connected to the host computer and interface board.Also, check to ascertain that no error has arisen on the host computer side.
ERROR 24I / F INITIAL	Initial operation failure of the I/F board and control board.	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 distributor to call for service.
ERROR 30OPERATION	An error occurs on the interface between the I/F board and the control board.	Perform a proper operation.
ERROR 34DATA REMAIN	Settings for functions have been tried to be changed though there remains received data that has not yet been printed.	Print all pieces of received data or execute the data clear function.Then, change the settings.
ERROR 40MOTOR X	The Xmotor has been overload.	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 distributor to call for service.
ERROR 41MOTOR Y	The Ymotor has been overload.
ERROR 42X CURRENT	Overcurrent error on the Xmotor has been detected.
ERROR 43Y CURRENT	Overcurrent error on the Ymotor has been detected.
ERROR 46WIPER	The wiper position is not correct.
ERROR 50MEDIA SENSE	Paper could not be detected.The medium set position or medium itself is not correct.	Refer to “Setting the media”.page 2.16.If this error cannot be resolved even after setting it correctly, contact the dealer.
ERROR 51Y ORIGIN	Origin could not be detected.	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 distributor to call for service.

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

Position of the warning label ...... A.5

Function Flowchart ...... A.7

Basic specifications

Item JV3-160SP
Printing head Method	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
		360 x 720 dpi: 2 / 4 / 8 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
		720 x 720 dpi: 2 / 4 / 8 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
		720 x 1440 dpi: 4 / 8 / 16 passes, Unidirection / idirection
		1440 x 1440 dpi: 8 / 16 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
		6-color ink set 360 x 360 dpi: 2 / 4 / 8 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
		360 x 540 dpi: 3 / 6 / 12 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
		360 x 720 dpi: 4 / 8 / 16 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
		720 x 720 dpi: 4 / 8 / 16 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
		720 x 1440 dpi: 8 / 16 / 32 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
		1440 x 1440 dpi: 16 / 32 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
Usable inks 4-color set 4 color solvent inks (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow), 2 each 1 cartridge per color
Capacity of ink cartridge 4 color set: each color (220 cc ± 5 cc per cartridge) x 26 color set: each color (220 cc ± 5 cc per cartridge) x 1About 200 cc for each cartridge variable
Medium type Tarpaulin, FF, PVC
Max. printing 1440 x 1440 dpi: 1610mm width Normal Scan 1610 mm		(4 color ink set), 1000 mm (6 color ink set)
		High-speed Scan 1570 mm
Roll Medium Max size	Maximum 1620 mm
	Minimum	210 mm
	Thickness	1.0 mm or less
	Roll outside diameter	∅ 180 mm or less
	Roll weight	25 Kg or less
	Roll inside diameter 2 Inch, 3 Inch
	Plotting surface	Faces OUT
	Roll end treatment	Light-adhesive tape is used to allow the paper to be removed from the core with ease.
Leaf medium size	Maximum	1620 mm
	Minimum	210 mm
Margin	Leaf medium Left end and right end: 15 mm
Margin	Roll medium	Left end and right end: 15 mm
		Front: 25 mm
		Rear: 0 mm
Distance accuracy	Absolute accuracy	Whichever the larger one of ± 0.3 mm or ±0.3 % of the designated
	Reoroducibility	Whichever the larger one of ± 0.2 mm or ±0.1 % of the designated
Perpendicularity ± 0.5 mm / 1000 mm
Medium skew 5 mm or less / 10 m variable
Head height adjustment 2.0 mm / 3 mm		variable from the platen surface
Cutting of medium Cutting of Y direction		by the head cutter,Cutting accuracy(steps) : 0.5mm or less.
Medium delivery Take-up device as standard (inside winding / outside winding selectable)
Waste ink tank Bottle type (2,000 cc [1pcs.])Replacement timing is judged visually.
Interface IEEE1394 compliant, IEEE1284 compliant
Command MRL-II (ESC/PV.2 base, MIMAKI original command)
Noise		during standby: Less than 58 dB (FAST-A, Front & Rear & Left & Right 1 m)during continuous printing: Less than 65 dBduring discontinuous printing: Less than 70 dB
Safety Standard UL, VCCI-classA, FCC-classA, CEmarking, CBreport
Power		AC 100 — 120 V± 10%, AC 220 — 240 V± 10%, 50/60 Hz ± 1 Hz
Power consumption 1.5KVA or less
Recommended Environment	Available temp.	20 °C to 35 °C
	Humidity	35 to 65 % Rh (No condensation)
	Guaranteed temp.	20 °C to 25 °C
	Temperature change	± 10 °C / h or less
	Dust	Equivalent to normal office level
Weight	Main unit	185 kg (Without front exhaust unit: 175 kg or less)
Outside dimensions	Width 2660 mm
	Depth	750 mm or less
	Height	1240 mm or less

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
Contents of ink 220 cc per cartridge
Shelf life One year from the data of manufacture (at room temperature)Within three months after opening the package
Storage temperature During storage : -30 to 40°C(Storage at temperature of 40°C is permitted within a month.)During : -30 to 60°C(Storage at temperature of 60°C is only permitted within 120 hours, and at temperature of 40°C is permitted within a month.)

• The ink will freeze when it is left for a long time. Should it freeze, leave the ink cartridge at room temperature (at 25^ ) for three hours or more to allow the ink to melt.
• Disassembling the ink cartridge or refilling the ink shall be avoided.

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.

The Front

Front cover caution label : M901549

Socket label : M902396

Function Flowchart

graph TD
    A["In Media Fitting"] --> B["LOCALS"]
    B --> C["MEDIA SELECT ROLL+-LEAF"]
    C --> D["Detecting MEDIA PLEASE WAIT"]
    D --> E["...MEDIA... Y=XXX, X=XXX"]
    E --> F["LOCALS with 100mm"]

    G["How to set origin"] --> H["LOCALS with 100mm"]
    H --> I["ORIGIN SETUP 8.0"]
    I --> J["LNT"]
    J --> K["ORIGIN SETUP ... ORIGIN ..."]
    K --> L["KLDA CUT"]
    L --> M["...MEDIA CUTTING PLEASE WAITS"]

    N["DATA CLEAR Key :"] --> O["LOCALS with 100mm"]
    O --> P["DATA CLEAR"]
    P --> Q["LNT"]
    Q --> R["...DATA CLEAR..."]

    S["TEST & CLEANING Key :"] --> T["LOCALS WITH 100mm"]
    T --> U["LNT & CLEAR"]
    U --> V["TEST DRAW"]
    V --> W["LNT"]
    W --> X["...TEST DRAW..."]
    X --> Y["CLEANING TYPE: normal normal with wrong"]
    Y --> Z["CLEANING ACTIVE TEXT"]

graph TD
    A["Check for Ink remains : ENTER"] --> B["LOCAL> width: 0x0mm"]
    B --> C["LOCAL+ K.K. VMCGYY HCMAIN 98756875"]
    C --> D["Next End 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9"]
    D --> E["Full"]

    F["HEATER Key : HEATER"] --> G["HEATER Key: Remote-TYPEX x.xxm"]
    F --> H["HEATER Key: <LOCAL> width: 0x0mm"]
    G --> I["Pre 45°C, 47)<br>Print 45°C, 40"]
    H --> J["Pre 50, 45°C<br>Print 50"]
    I --> K["OFF 20-60°C"]
    J --> L["50°C<br>Print 50"]
    L --> M["45°C"]
    M --> N["OFF 20-60°C"]

    O["Correcting the medium feed rate"] --> P["HEATER Key: Remote-TYPEX x.xm"]
    P --> Q["FEED COMP. g"]
    Q --> R["FEED COMP. 0 > 0"]
    R --> S["FEED COMP. SAVE on!"]
    S --> T["OFF"]
    T --> U["REMOCTI-TYPEX+ x.xm"]

graph TD
    A["LOCAL > MICROXAMTS"] --> B["FUNCTION SET UP <INT>"]
    B --> C["SET UP SELECT :TYPE.1 TYPE 5-4"]
    C --> D["TYPE * MELDACOMP <Hb"]
    D --> E["TYPE * PRINT START"]
    E --> F["PRINTING PLEASE WAIT"]
    F --> G["TYPE * ADJUST -0"]
    H["POWER O"] --> I["FUNCTION .A. V"]
    I --> J["TYPE * HEATER <Hb>"]
    J --> K["TYPE * PRE HEAT <Hb>"]
    K --> L["TYPE * PRINT HEAT <Hb>"]
    L --> M["TYPE * CF <Hb>"]
    M --> N["TYPE * STANDRY <Hb>"]
    N --> O["TYPE * OFF TIME <Hb>"]
    O --> P["TYPE * ON NONE, 36.80.50mm"]
    Q["HEATER / POWER O"] --> R["FUNCTION REMOTE END ENTER"]
    S["INTELLIGENT HEATER"] --> T["PENT HEATER<br>HEAT CONSTANT<br>PRE HEATER<br>HEAT CONSTANT<br>ON OFF"]

graph TD
    A["FUNCTION SET UP <ENT>"] --> B["Following"]
    B --> C["TYPE★HEATER <and>"]
    C --> D["TYPE★PRINT MODE <and>"]
    D --> E["TYPE★QUALITY <and>"]
    E --> F["TYPE★QUALITY:STD STD, FINE, FAST"]
    F --> G["TYPE★DIRECTION <and>"]
    G --> H["TYPE★PRINT UNO UNI40, B+D"]
    H --> I["TYPE★LOGICALsock <and>"]
    I --> J["TYPE★LOGICALsock: ON ON, OFF"]
    J --> K["TYPE★INK LAYERS <and>"]
    K --> L["TYPE★INK LAYERS: 1"]
    L --> M["TYPE★DRYING TIME <and>"]
    M --> N["TYPE★LACH LINE 0.0s 0.0-9.8s"]
    N --> O["TYPE★BEFORE ACUT 0s 0-568s"]
    O --> P["TYPE★AUTO CUT <and>"]
    P --> Q["TYPE★AUTO CUT :OFF"]
    Q --> R["TYPE★PRIORITY <and>"]
    R --> S["TYPE★MEDIA COMP >HOST HOST, PLOT"]
    S --> T["TYPE★HEATER >HOST HOST, PLOT"]
    T --> U["TYPE★PRINT MODE >HOST HOST, PLOT"]
    U --> V["TYPE★INK LAYERS:HOST WITH HOST, PLOT"]
    V --> W["TYPE★REFRESH >HOST HOST, PLOT"]
    W --> X["TYPE★AUTO CUT >HOST WITH HOST, PLOT"]
    X --> Y["TYPE★DRYING TIME >HOST WITH HOST, PLOT"]
    Y --> Z["TYPE★MARGIN <and>"]
    Z --> AA["TYPE★RIGHT margin <and>"]
    AA --> AB["TYPE★RIGHT margin : 3mm -15-95mm"]
    AB --> AC["TYPE★LEFT margin <and>"]
    AC --> AD["TYPE★LEFT margin : 3mm -15-95mm"]
    AD --> AE["TYPE★COLOR PIN <and>"]
    AE --> AF["TYPE★COLOR PIN : OFF ON, OFF"]
    AF --> AG["TYPE★REFRESH <and>"]
    AG --> AH["TYPE★REFRESH: LEVEL3 LEVEL1->"]
    AH --> AI["TYPE★MEDIA SET <and>"]
    AI --> AJ["TYPE★SET :SELECT SELECT, WIDTH"]
    AJ --> AK["TYPE★VACUUM <and>"]
    AK --> AL["TYPE★VACUUM STANDARD STANDARD, LOW, OFF"]

graph TD
    A["FUNCTION SET UP <ENT>"] --> B["Following"]
    B --> C["TYPE* VACCUM <NT>"]
    C --> D["TYPE* MUNCH <NT>"]
    D --> E["TYPE* STAMP <NT>"]
    E --> F["TYPE* AUTO CLEAN <NT>"]
    F --> G["TYPE* HEAD HIGHT <NT>"]
    G --> H["TYPE* SETUP RESET <NT>"]
    H --> I["TYPE* RESET <NT>"]

    J["FUNCTION, ①, ②"] --> K["FUNCTION MAINTENANCE/ENT>"]
    K --> L["MAINTENANCE STATION >NT>"]
    L --> M["STATION MENT WIPER EXCHG"]
    M --> N["STATION MENT CARRIAGEAN"]
    N --> O["STATION MENT NOZZLE WASH"]
    O --> P["STATION MENT OBZY WASH"]
    P --> Q["STATION MENT RUBENG"]
    Q --> R["STATION MENT CUSTOXYWASH"]
    R --> S["MAINTENANCE HEAD NIGHT LOW THIN THICK"]
    S --> T["MANTENANCE INT WIPING <NT>"]
    T --> U["INT WIPING SCAN COUNT <NT>"]
    U --> V["INT WIPING TEMP DIFF. <NT>"]
    V --> W["MAINTENANCE SLEEP DOWN <NT>"]
    W --> X["MAINTENANCE FILL UP NK <NT>"]
    X --> Y["CELL UP INCHED OUT"]

    Z["RACKET, ①, ②"] --> L
    AA["INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT"] --> AB["INITIALIZING PLEASE WAIT"]
    AB --> AC["STATION WAIT TIME 1 min"]
    AC --> AD["STATION LEAVING - 1 min"]
    AD --> AE["WHITING PLEASE WAIT"]
    AE --> AF["WHITING PLEASE WAIT"]
    AF --> AG["PATTERN-7 40 C-48.0"]

    AH["FUNCTION, ①, ②"] --> I

To be followed To be followed

graph TD
    A["FUNCTION MAINTENANCE<ENT>"] --> B["MAINTENANCE WASH <and>"]
    B --> C["WASH REMOVE CARTRIDGE"]
    C --> D["WASH PLEASE WAIT"]
    D --> E["WASH SET CLEAN TOOL"]
    E --> F["WASH PLEASE WAIT"]
    F --> G["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    G --> H["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    H --> I["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    I --> J["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    J --> K["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    K --> L["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    L --> M["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    M --> N["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    N --> O["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    O --> P["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    P --> Q["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    Q --> R["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    R --> S["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    S --> T["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    T --> U["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    U --> V["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    V --> W["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    W --> X["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    X --> Y["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    Y --> Z["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    Z --> AA["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AA --> AB["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AB --> AC["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AC --> AD["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AD --> AE["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AE --> AF["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AF --> AG["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AG --> AH["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AH --> AI["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AI --> AJ["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AJ --> AK["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AK --> AL["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AL --> AM["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AM --> AN["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AN --> AO["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AO --> AP["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AP --> AQ["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AQ --> AR["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AR --> AS["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AS --> AT["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AT --> AU["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AU --> AV["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AV --> AW["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AW --> AX["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AX --> AY["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AY --> AZ["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    AZ --> BA["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BA --> BB["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BB --> BC["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BC --> BD["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BD --> BE["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BE --> BF["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BF --> BG["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BG --> BH["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BH --> BI["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BI --> BJ["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BJ --> BK["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BK --> BL["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BL --> BM["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BM --> BN["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BN --> BO["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BO --> BP["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BP --> BQ["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BQ --> BR["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BR --> BS["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BS --> BT["WASH REMOVE TOOL"]
    BT --> BU["GOLDING MACHINE WITH ORDER 10^40 - 10^50"]
    C --> BV["MAINTENANCE PRINTING"]
    BV --> BW["MAINTENANCE DATA DUMP <and>"]
    BW --> BX["MAINTENANCE WIPE LEVEL <and>"]
    BX --> BY["MAINTENANCE WIPE LEVEL 10^40 - 10^50"]
    BY --> BZ["MAINTENANCE NAME SET <and>"]
    BZ --> CA["MAINTENANCE DATE =xx.xx.xx"]
    CA --> CB["MAINTENANCE DATE =xx.xx.xx"]
    CB --> CC["MAINTENANCE DATE =xx.xx.xx"]
    CC --> CD["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CD --> CE["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CE --> CF["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CF --> CG["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CG --> CH["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CH --> CI["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CI --> CJ["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CJ --> CK["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CK --> CL["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CL --> CM["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CM --> CN["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CN --> CO["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CO --> CP["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CP --> CQ["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CQ --> CR["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CR --> CS["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CS --> CT["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CT --> CU["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CU --> CV["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]
    CV --> CW["MAINTENANCE NAME =xx.xx.xx"]

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