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MIMAKI JV5-160S User Manual

MIMAKI JV5-160S
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COLOR INKJET PRINTER
OPERATION MANUAL
MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD.
TKB Gotenyama Building, 5-9-41, Kitashinagawa, Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo 141-0001, Japan
Phone : +81-3-5420-8671 Fax : +81-3-5420-8687
URL : http://www.mimaki.co.jp/
D201515

Table of Contents

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MIMAKI JV5-160S Specifications

General IconGeneral
Print TechnologyPiezo inkjet
Maximum Resolution1440 x 1440 dpi
Ink TypeSolvent ink
Power RequirementsAC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Ink ColorsCMYK, Light Cyan, Light Magenta
Number of Nozzles180 nozzles per color
Ink Capacity440 ml
Media TypeVinyl, banner, paper
Media Thickness1.0 mm (0.04") maximum
ConnectivityUSB 2.0

Summary

Foreword

How to Read the Operation Manual

Explains how to read the operation manual and other attached documents.

CAUTION

Disclaimer of Warranty

Specifies the limited warranty terms and conditions for the product.

Requests

Provides guidance on inquiries, manual updates, and general terminology.

CHAPTER 1 Safety Precautions

Checking the Accessories

Lists and describes the items supplied with the printer as accessories.

Features

Highlights the key features and capabilities of the printer.

Symbols

Explains the meaning of pictorial signs used for safe operation and damage prevention.

Notes on Installation

Provides important considerations for installing the printer correctly.

Connecting Power Supply

Details the specifications and procedures for connecting the printer's power supply.

Warning for Use

Lists critical warnings and precautions to ensure safe operation of the printer.

Basic Specifications

Outlines the technical specifications of the printer.

Specifications for Ink

Details the specifications and handling of different ink types used with the printer.

Notes on USB 2.0 Interface

Provides important notes and considerations for using the USB 2.0 interface.

CHAPTER 2 Before Use

Configurations and Functions

Describes the parts and functions of the printer's front and rear configurations.

Operation Panel

Details the components and layout of the printer's operation panel.

Modes and Menu Screens

Explains the different operational modes and menu screen structures.

About Function Menus

Introduces the printer's function menus and their basic operations.

CHAPTER 3 Printing

Operation Flow

Outlines the sequence of operations from printer power-on to shut-down.

Turning the Power On

Step-by-step guide on how to turn on the printer and initiate operation.

Adjusting the Head Gap

Procedure for setting the gap between the print head and the media.

Setting the Media on the Printer

Instructions for correctly loading roll and cut sheet media onto the printer.

Selecting and Checking Printing Conditions

How to choose and verify printing settings for different media types.

Operating the Heaters

Details on turning on and adjusting the printer's heaters.

Checking for Nozzle Clogging, and Unclogging Nozzles

Steps to check for clogged nozzles and perform cleaning procedures.

Correcting the Media Feed Rate [MEDIA COMP.]

How to adjust media feed rate to ensure accurate printing.

If Dots Are Not in Alignment [DROP.POScorrect]

Procedure to correct dot position misalignment for better print quality.

Effective Plotting Area

Explains the printable area and non-printable zones of the media.

Establishing the Origin

How to set the printing origin point on the loaded media.

Printing an Image

Guides on starting the printing operation and displaying information.

Display of [INK NEAR END] or [INK END]

How the printer indicates low or empty ink levels for cartridges.

Turning the Power Off

Step-by-step instructions for safely turning off the printer.

CHAPTER 4 Daily Care

Routine Maintenance

Procedures for regular maintenance to ensure printer longevity and accuracy.

Precautions in Cleaning

Safety precautions and guidelines to follow during cleaning procedures.

Notes on Cleaning Solution

Information on using the correct cleaning liquids for different ink types.

Cleaning Exterior Surfaces

Method for cleaning the printer's external surfaces.

Cleaning the Platen

Instructions for cleaning the printer's platen.

Cleaning the Media Sensor

How to clean the media sensor to ensure accurate detection.

Cleaning the Media Press

Procedure for cleaning the media press to prevent feeding issues.

Opening the Maintenance Cover

Steps to open the maintenance cover for accessing internal parts.

Cleaning the Wiper and Ink Caps [CARRIAGE OUT]

Detailed steps for cleaning the wiper and ink caps by moving the carriage.

Cleaning the Nozzle [NOZZLE WASH]

Procedure to clean the printer's nozzles to prevent clogging.

Cleaning the Ink Discharge Passage [DISWAY WASH]

How to clean the ink discharge passage to prevent blockages.

When the Printer Is to Be Suspended for a Long Time [CUSTODY WASH]

Instructions for cleaning and preparing the printer for long-term suspension.

PUMP Tube Cleaning

Procedure for cleaning the pump tubes to maintain ink flow.

Wiper Cleaning

Steps for cleaning the printer's wiper.

Cleaning the Heads and Their Surrounding Parts

Instructions for carefully cleaning the print heads and adjacent areas.

Preventing Nozzle Clogging While Power Is Off [SLEEP SET UP]

How to set up functions that prevent nozzle clogging during idle periods.

Setting Periodical Operations in Stand-by Mode [ROUTINE SETUP]

Configuring periodic operations to prevent ink clogging while idle.

Other Maintenance Functions

Accessing various other maintenance functions.

When the Waste Ink Tank Is Full

Procedure for replacing the waste ink tank when it becomes full.

Cleaning of Flushing Box

Steps to clean the flushing box lid and related components.

Replacing the Wiper [WIPER EXCHANGE]

Instructions for replacing the printer's wiper.

Replacing the Cutter Blade

Procedure for replacing the cutter blade when it becomes dull.

CHAPTER 5 In Case of Trouble

Before Taking a Phenomenon as a Failure

Corrective actions for common issues before they are considered failures.

Power Does Not Turn On

Troubleshooting steps if the printer does not power on.

The Printer Cannot Perform Printing

Steps to resolve issues when the printer fails to print.

Media Jamming Arises / Media Is Soiled

Causes and solutions for media jamming or soiled media.

[HEAT] or [CONSTANT] LED Does Not Light Up

Troubleshooting steps when heater LEDs do not illuminate.

If Image Quality Is Poor

Actions to take when the printer produces unsatisfactory image quality.

White Lines / Blur (Sprayed Ink) / Dark Stripes

Remedies for print defects like lines, blur, or stripes.

Characters Are Double- or Triple-Printed in the Media Feed Direction

Solutions for text appearing doubled or tripled due to media feed issues.

Disagreement in Print Positions Between Outward Trip and Homeward Trip (Jet Deviation)

How to correct print position misalignment (jet deviation).

There Is Staggered Print or Nozzle Missing

Remedies for staggered prints or missing nozzles.

Ink Drops Falling on Media During Printing (Ink Drops Falling)

Troubleshooting steps for ink drops falling onto the media during printing.

If Nozzles Are Still Clogged Even After Head Cleaning

Further steps to take if nozzles remain clogged after standard cleaning.

When Nozzle Clogging Is Not Corrected [HEAD SELECT]

How to select specific heads to bypass clogged nozzles.

Ink Cartridge Trouble

Information and solutions for problems related to ink cartridges.

If ERROR 202 [DEVICE CONSTRUCTION] Is Displayed

Troubleshooting steps for the ERROR 202 device construction error.

Troubles for Which Error Messages Are Displayed

A guide to understanding and resolving error messages.

Checking Error History [ERROR HISTORY]

How to check the history of errors and warnings displayed by the printer.

Warning Messages

Lists common warning messages, their causes, and remedies.

CHAPTER 6 Operation for Functions

Functions Invoked by [FUNCTION] Key

Explains how to access functions using the FUNCTION key.

Invoking SET UP Functions

Steps to access and use the printer's setup functions.

Registering Printing Conditions in a Lump (Type Registration)

How to register printing conditions as types for easy switching.

Invoking MAINTENANCE Functions

How to access and perform printer maintenance functions.

Invoking MACHINE SETUP Functions

How to access and use the printer's machine setup functions.

Invoking NCU Functions

How to access and perform functions related to nozzle check.

DISPLAY Setting

How to set the language for the printer display.

Applied Settings of Functions

Information on initial settings that can be changed.

Settings of Heaters

How to adjust heater settings for optimal printing.

How to Operate Function Menus

Explains how to navigate and operate the printer's function menus.

Functions Related to the Cutter

Operations concerning the cutter unit for media cutting.

Functions Related to Print Quality

Functions that allow checking and adjusting print quality settings.

Functions Related to Ink

Operations related to changing ink sets and managing ink.

Function Flowchart [BOOT]

Visual guide for the printer's boot-up process and initial checks.

Function Flowchart [LOCAL mode]

Flowchart illustrating operations and states within LOCAL mode.

Function Flowchart [REMOTE mode]

Flowchart detailing operations and states within REMOTE mode.

Function Flowchart [FUNCTION Key]

Flowchart illustrating the steps to access various functions via the FUNCTION key.