Mutoh VJ-1204 manual

Operation Instructions English VJ-1204 Eco-Solvent Ultra Printer FOR EUROPE ONLY![...]

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Operation Instructions VJ-1204 3 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 COPYRIGHT NOTICE COPYRIGHT © 2007 Mutoh Europ e N.V. All rights reserved. This document may not be reproduce d by any means, in whole or in part, without written permission of the copyright owner. This document is furnished to supp ort the Mutoh Eco- Solvent Ultra Printer VJ-1204. In c[...]

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Operation Instructions VJ-1204 5 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 TABLE OF CONTENT 1 Safety instructions .......................................................................................................... ............. 7 1.1 Warnings, cautions and notes ............................................................................................[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 6 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 4 Periodical Maintenance ....................................................................................................... ...... 49 4.1 Done by end user ........................................................................................................... ....... 49 4.1.1 Cl[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 7 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.1 WARNINGS, CAUTIONS AND NOTES The contents of alarm displ ays included in this User ’s Guide and warnin g labels stuck on the main body of the printer are classified into three categ ories, according to degree of danger. Understand the meaning o f the followin[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 8 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 1.2 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Symbol Meaning Indicates ‘prohibited’ operations. Indicates required ope rations. Important Do not install the printer places where there is a possibility that t he printer may be damaged or might fall by chance. • On a shaky stand • Slanting lo[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 9 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Caution Pay attention to the following point s, while handling the power cable. • Do not place or keep heav y objects on the power cable. • Do not bend, twist or pull the power cable by force. • Do not route the power cable near heati ng appliances. Pay attention to the following [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 10 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 1.3 WARNING LABELS In this section, the handling, location an d types of warning labels are explained. A warning label is used on parts of the printer which especially need caution. Understand the l ocations and the descriptions of the danger associ ated with each label before operatin[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 11 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 No. Types of warning label 1 2 3 4 5 6[...]

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Operation Instructions VJ-1204 13 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2 INSTALLATION PROCEDURE 2.1 INSTALLATION ENVIRONMENT Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. 2.1.1 Environmental conditions for installation Floor strength of installation place More than 2940 Pa (300 kg/m²) Power Supply AC90V – 132V/198V ?[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 14 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.1.2 Installation space Install on a level floor which meets the followin g conditions. It has enough strength to support the weight of the printer and the stand Notes • For the weight of the printer and the stand, refer to the Operatio n Manual. A 500 mm E 1440 mm B 1000 mm F 3000 [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 15 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.2 UNPACKING THE BOXES Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. 2.2.1 Unpacking the printer box Step 1 : Carry the box to where you will unpack it. Step 2 : Remove the bands. Step 3 : Open the box and take out the following components: • Acces[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 16 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.3 VERIFYING THE BUNDLED ITEMS After unpacking, please verify that the produ ct is not damaged and that no components a re missing. Notes • After unpacking, please verify that the produ ct is not damaged and that no compo nents are missing. • If so, Please contact your local MUTOH[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 17 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.3.3 Items in the stand box No. Name Quantity 1 Left support 1 2 Right support 1 3 Caster section (left, right) 2 4 Central beam 1 5 Book holder 1 6 Hexagon socket head cap screw 8 7 Butterfly bolt 2 8 Hexagonal wrench 1[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 18 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.4 NAME OF THE PARTS AND FUNCTIONS 2.4.1 Front section 7 1 4 6 5 3 2 9 8 10 N° Name Function 1 Media hold lever To fix and release media. 2 Operation panel To set the operation co nditions and vari ous function settings. 3 Front cover To protect the user from coming in contact with t[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 19 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.4.2 Rear section 1 4 2 3 K C 6 M Y 7 5 4 No. Name Function 1 AC inlet To connect the power cable. 2 Network interface connecto r To connect the network interface ca ble. 3 USB connector To connect the USB cable. 4 Scroller receiver To install the scroller with roll media. 5 Media fee[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 20 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.5 ASSEMBLING Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. 2.5.1 Assembling the stand Step 0 : Follow the steps shown below to assemble the right leg of the stand. • Attach the right support (1) to the caster section (3). • Fasten two hexagon he[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 21 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 4 : Fasten the hexagon head cap screws (4) with the hexagonal wren ch. No. Name 1 Central beam 2 Left leg 3 Right leg 4 Hexagon head cap screws Step 0 : Attach the book holder to the right side of the stand as shown below. No. Name 1 Leg (right) 2 Book holder Step 0 : Verify that [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 22 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.5.2 Mounting the stand to the printer Step 0 : Lock the two casters on the front side of the stand a s shown on the image below. No. Name 1 Casters 2 Caster locks Step 0 : Lift the printer main body by way of the hand grips (1), and align the rear side rubber feet (3) with the holes [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 23 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 3 : Place the product on the stand so that the rear ru bber leg tips fit into the holes on the stand. No. Name 1 Printer main body 2 Holes on the stand Step 0 : Fix the printer to the stand by fastening the two butterfly bolts. Step 0 : Secure the printer to the stand by bolting t[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 24 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.5.3 Removing protective materials The printer has protective material s in the places shown below. Step 5 : Remove all tapes from each cover. Step 5 : Open the front cover, unscrew the butterfly screw (2) and remove the metal plate (1) fixing the head unit. Notes • Do not throw awa[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 25 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.6 LEVELLING THE PRINTER Notes • Please check that the butterfly bolts are not loose before/after carrying this pro duct. • When transferring or carrying outsi de, separate the printer and the stand. Step 2 : Check that the two butterfly bolts attachi ng the stand to the printer a[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 26 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.7 TRANSFER AND TRANSPORTATION 2.7.1 Transferring the printer Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. (1) Pre-transfer steps Step 0 : Verify that the printer has been switched OFF. Step 0 : Verify that the butterfly bolts attach ing t he stand [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 27 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 2.7.2 Transporting the printer When transporting the printer, it is necessary to pack the printer as it was shipped, using the protective materials and packing mat erials to protect the printer from vibration and sho cks. Notes • When transporting the printer, con s ult your MUTOH pr[...]

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Operation Instructions VJ-1204 29 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3 PREPARING FOR A JOB 3.1 CONNECTING THE POWER CABLES Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. Step 4 : Make sure th at the power key is Switched OFF. Notes • The power is swit ched ON when the [Power] key of the operation panel is pressed. In [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 30 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.2 SWITCHING THE POWER ON / OFF 3.2.1 Switching the power ON Step1: Press the [Power] key on the operation panel to power ON the printer. Step2: The Power lamp on the operation panel lights up in green. Step3: The printer starts initial op eration. Step4: When the initial operation is[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 31 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.3 CONNECTING THE PRIN TER TO THE WORKSTATION • Switch OFF both the printer and the workstation. • Plug the network interface cable (1 ) into the network interface connector (2) lo cated at the back of the printer. 1 2 No. Name 1 Network interface cable 2 Network interface connect[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 32 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.4 INSTALLING THE INK CASSETTES Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. Step 3 : Switch ON the printer. • The printer initializes. • After the initial operation, the operation panel displays “Inse r t CleaningCart”. Step 3 : Take out th[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 33 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 5 : After the head cleaning, take out the in k casse tte from the solvent resistant blist er and shake each cassette gently two or three times before installing. • The slots for ink cassettes are spe cified depending on colou rs of the ink cassettes. Match the colour marked at t[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 34 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.5 MEDIA HANDLING 3.5.1 Installing roll media Step 2 : Remove the movable flange from the scroll er. Step 2 : Install the optional three-in ch core adapters : • If using media on a 2 inch core: Don’t use the three-inch core adapters, go to step 3. • If using media on a 3 inch co[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 35 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.5.2 Loading roll media The following sizes of medi a can be used with the printer: VJ-1204 · Maximum media width: 1300 mm · Maximum print width: 1200 mm · Maximum media length: 50 m · Maximum print length: 18 m Switch ON the printer. Result: · The printer initializes. · The ope[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 36 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 4 : Wind back the roll media (1) with the sc roller (2) while pressi ng down the media at the front side of the printer. This will reduce bending a nd avoid sl ant of the media. See images below. 12 2 No. Name 1 Roll media 2 Scroller Step 6 : Pull the media hold lever (1) forward [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 37 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 1. Remove the installed roll media. Step 2 : Verify that • the printer has been switch ed ON, • the printer is in Normal mode, and • the printer does NOT print Step 2 : Push the media hold lever (1) backward (lever up). See image bel ow. 1 Nr. Name 1 Media loading lever Step 2 : [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 38 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 4 : Remove the scroller (1) from the scroller receiv e r as illustrated below, and place it on a horizontal surface. 1 Nr. name 1 Scroller Step 5 : Hold the movable flange, and tap the scroller as illu strated below to remove the movable flan ge. 2 1 Nr. name 1 Movable flange 2 Sc[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 39 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 6 : Remove the roll media (1) from the scroller (2). See image below. 2 1 Nr. Name 1 Roll media 2 Scroller 2. Install the new roll media Notes • For loading the roll media, refer to Handling and installing media • For roll media you do not use, store it according to Notes on s[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 40 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.5.4 Setting media type Introduction: When you have loaded the media in the ValueJet, you ’ll have to set the media type. The Media setup menu is displayed after the media hold lever is pushed from t he ba ckward position to the forward p osition. (= lever down) 1 No. Name 1 Media h[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 41 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 2 : Press the [Setting value +] key or [Setting value-] key on the ope ration panel to select the correct media type. Step 3 : Press the [Enter] key on th e operati on panel to confirm your choice. Result: • The media type is determined • The operation panel displays "Pap[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 42 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.6 PERFORMING A NOZZLE CHECK Step 5 : Verify that th e printer has been swit ched ON and that media -roll o r sheet- more than A3 size has been loaded. Step 5 : Verify that th e printer is in normal mode – Rea dy to Print. Step 5 : Press the [Menu] key on the operation panel. Result[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 43 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.7 HEAD HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT When used? Use the head height adjustment feature to prevent the print head from touching the media, when printing at high speeds or when usin g strongly curved media. Notes • If the head height adjustment lever is raised, high print quality will not be gua[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 44 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 2 : Change the head height by moving the head height ad justment lever (1 ). See images below. 1 Normal 1 High Head height: Normal H ead height: High No. Name 1 Head height adjustment lever Result: · The High indication light on the operation panel lights up in green Step 2 : Clo[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 45 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 3.8 STEP ADJUSTMENT After every printed swat, the media is fed a certai n distance. De pending on the kind of media (weight, backing) another media feed comp ensation has to be set. This to av oid the following phenomenon: • Printed swats overlap. • White lines between every swat. [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 46 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 7 : Perform the initial adjust print. • Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. o The operatio n panel displays "Feed Length: 250 mm ". Notes • The length that media is fed (feeding length) for in itial adjustment printing is norm ally set at 250 mm. • If you[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 47 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 10 : Perform the Confirm Print. • Press the [+] key or [–] key to selec t "PF3: Confirm Print". • Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. o The operatio n panel displays "Feed Length: 250 mm ". Notes • The length that media is fed (feeding length)[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 48 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 12 : Perform Micro adjustment printing. • Display the Media feed compensation menu on the operation panel as in step 1. • Press the [+] key or [–] key to selec t "PF4: Micro Adj. Print". • Press the [Enter] key on the operation panel. o The operatio n panel displ[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 49 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 4 PERIODICAL MAINTENANCE 4.1 DONE BY END USER Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. maintenance frequency Parts needed Outer case Daily Soft cloth Inside the printer Daily soft brush / soft cloth Head c leaning If print become blurred or incom[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 50 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 4.1.2 Cleaning inside the printer To clean inside the printer, follow the 4 steps belo w. Step 14 : Open the front cover (1). 1 No. Name 1 Front cover Step 14 : Remove paper powder and dust from th e pressure rollers (1), using a soft brush. 1 No. Name 1 Pressure rollers Notes • Do n[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 51 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 3 : Wipe off paper powder and ink from the platen (1) usi ng a dust-free and soft cloth slightly damped with water. 1 2 No. Name 1 Platen 2 Media Guide Step 14 : Wipe off the dirt of the grid roller’s unpaint ed (silve r colour) area with damp and a tightly squeezed soft cloth. [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 52 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 4.1.3 Replacing the spitting box absorbent (1) Pre- transport procedure Replace the spitting box absorbent in the following situ ations. • When the spitting box abs orbent beco mes deformed. • When smears of ink appear on the me dia • Two months after replacement. (1) Replacing s[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 53 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 2 : Remove the spitting box absorbent from each spitting box. No. Name 1 Spitting box sponge 2 Spitting box Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. Step 2 : Assemble the following parts: No. Name 1 Spitting box sponge 2 Spacer 3 Spitting bo[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 54 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 8 : Install the new spitting box absorbent to each spitting box. No. Name 1 Spitting box holder 2 Spitting box Step 2 : Close the front cover. 1 No. Name 1 Front cover Step 2 : Press the [ENTER] key on the operation panel. • The print head returns to its original posi tion. • [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 55 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 4.1.4 Head cleaning When to perform? If the prints become blurred or are inco mplete. How to perform? To perform a head cleanin g, follow the steps below. Notes • Remove media while clean ing. Step 4 : Verify that the operation panel is in Normal mode. Step 4 : Verify that the media [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 56 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 11 : Start the head cleaning. Notes • Pressing the [Cleaning] key again after the first head cl eaning is done, performs a strong cleaning. • If you fail to remove blurs or incompleteness of printing in one hea d cleaning, you should perform the strong cleaning. • If you fai[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 57 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 3 : Open the front cover. 1 No. Name 1 Front Cover Be sure to read and understand the safet y warnings before handling the printer. Step 1 : Use the poly-knit wiper, and remove the ink and du st on the wiper. • Wiper front side: Wipe horizontally. 1 2 3 No. Name 1 Cleaning wiper[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 58 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Step 1 : Press the [Enter] key on the operation p anel. • The print head section returns to the o riginal position. • The wiper returns to the original position. • The operation panel displays "CR M aintenance: Start". Step 1 : Press the [Cancel] key on the operation pa[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 59 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 4.2 DONE BY AUTHORIZED MUTOH TECHNICIAN This section describes the periodical part replacem ents and the periodical inspections requi red for this printer. These periodical services ensure the sta b le printing quality of the printer. 4.2.1 Periodical replacement of parts Perform perio[...]

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Operation Instructions VJ-1204 61 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 5 MENU STRUCTURE OVERVIEW 5.1 OPERATION PANEL Notes Refer to the follo w ing for details regarding the operation method of the op eration panel. • When performing menu settings from the ope ration panel: Menu setup on the operation panel • When performing various operation s on the[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 62 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 (1) Operation keys in the Normal mode No. Key Function 1 [Menu] Changes to Menu mode. [Enter] -- 2 [Cleaning] Cleans the printer head wh en pressed for two seconds or mo re. 3 [Cancel] During printing: Printing is terminated an d the remaining data is deleted. During receiving/analysis[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 63 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 (3) Status lights No. Light Colour Status Description Light ON Power ON. Light blinks An error has occurred. The error me ssage is displayed on the LCD. 9 Power Green Light OFF Power OFF. Light ON Analyzing received data. Printing. Light blinks Receiving data. 10 Data Orange Light OFF [...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 64 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 5.2 PANEL SETUP MENU Menu1 Setup Set 1 Media Type Type from 1 to 30 1>1 Print mode Graphic 1 Graphic 2 Banner 1 Banner 2 Banner 3 Banner 4 Quality 1 Quality 2 Quality 3 Quality 4 1>2 PF Adjust 1>3 Pre Heater 1>4 Platen Heater 1>5 After Heater 1>6 Standby Heating 1>[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 65 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Set 11 Head Fan Set 12 CR Movement Data Machine Set 13 Over Write Cnt From 1 to 9 cut Set 14 Over Write Wait From 0.0 to 5.0 sec Set 15 Slant Check ON OFF Set 16 Auto Cleaning OFF From 1h to 24 h Set 17 Ink Status KCYM /--/--/--/--/ Set 18 Roll Length Roll kind OFF Roll 1 to Roll 3 Fro[...]

Operation Instructions VJ-1204 66 AP-77170, Rev. 2.0, 2/04/2007 Menu3 Adjust Print Adj.1 Confirm Adj.2 Adj.3 Adj.4 Adj.5 BI-D Quality Adj.6 BI-D Normal Menu4 Cleaning Clean Economy Clean Normal Clean Strong Clean Little Charge Menu5 Selection 1 [*] Media Type 2 [*] Effect 3 [*] Flushing 4 [*] Side Margin 5 [*] Media Initial 6 [*] Media Width 7 [*] [...]