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MIMAKI ML Tiger-1800B MKII User Manual

MIMAKI ML Tiger-1800B MKII
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Color inkjet printer
ML Tiger-1800B MKII
MPC (Mimaki Printer Controller)
for ML Tiger-1800B MK
II
Operation Guide
Mimaki Engineering Co., LTD.
https://mimaki.com/
D203478-10
Original instructions
MPC Operation Guide

Table of Contents

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MIMAKI ML Tiger-1800B MKII Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMIMAKI
ModelML Tiger-1800B MKII
CategoryPrinter
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Screen Configuration Overview

Explains the layout of the MPC software interface with status bar, menu, and content areas.

Status Bar Components

Printer Status, Ink, and System Alarms

Explains printer status, ink levels, and system alarm indicators.

Main Menu Navigation

Menu Functions Overview

Lists functions available under PRINT, MAINTENANCE, SETTING, HISTORY, and SYSTEM menus.

Operation Method Explanation

Touch Panel and Mouse Operations

Describes how to operate the MPC using touch panel and mouse controls.

Control Elements Explained

User Interface Controls

Explains ON/OFF switches, radio buttons, and input methods for user interaction.

Process Execution Screen

Processing Screen Display

Details the processing screen, including progress, time, and error messages.

Print Operation Overview

Print Content Screen Layout

Details the components of the print job list and management interface.

Printing Workflow

Job Import and Printing Steps

Outlines the procedure from job import to starting the print operation.

Job Import Process

Importing Jobs from Removable Disk

Step-by-step guide to import jobs from USB drives.

Network Job Import

Network Import Procedure

Explains how to import jobs from a network shared folder.

Job Selection and Configuration

Selecting and Preparing Jobs for Printing

Guides on selecting a job and displaying the print condition selection dialog.

Print Condition Settings

Configuring Print Parameters

Details various settings available in the print condition selection dialog.

Detailed Print Settings

Setting Item Explanations

Explains each setting item and its input value range.

Starting the Print Job

Initiating Printing and Progress Monitoring

Describes how to start printing by pressing the Print button and viewing progress.

Printing Operation Control

Pausing and Resuming Prints

Explains how to pause the printing process and the resulting screen display.

Print Job Management

Restarting and Canceling Prints

Procedures for resuming paused jobs or canceling active prints.

Cleaning During Printing

Performing Inline Cleaning

Explains how to perform cleaning without pausing the printing operation.

System Alarm Handling

Error Indication and Detail Access

How errors are indicated and how to view details via the alarm screen.

Alarm Icons and Error Codes

Alarm Icon Meanings and Error Format

Explains alarm icon meanings and the format of error descriptions.

Operation Restrictions Due to Alarms

Restrictions in Idling and Printing Status

Describes restrictions based on alarm level in idle and printing states.

Clearing System Alarms

Procedure for Alarm Clearance

Step-by-step guide on clearing alarms using the CLEAR ALARM button.

Printer Cleaning Procedures

Performing Cleaning at Any Time

Explains when and how to perform cleaning manually.

Cleaning Mode Selection

Cleaning Mode Applications

Details the applications and time required for Soft, Normal, and Hard cleaning modes.

Auto Maintenance Settings

Recommended Settings and Screen Access

Provides recommended settings and shows how to access auto maintenance screens.

Idle Auto Maintenance

Configuring Idle Auto Maintenance

Explains settings for auto maintenance when the printer is idle, including interval and flushing.

Printing Auto Maintenance

Configuring Printing Auto Maintenance

Explains settings for auto maintenance during printing, including interval type and mode.

Maintenance Operations

Maintenance Content and Screen Layout

Overview of maintenance operations and the layout of the maintenance settings display.

Carriage Operation Example

Selecting and Performing Carriage Operations

Describes how to select maintenance items and execute carriage operations.

Setting Menu Overview

Setting Content and Screen Layout

Overview of settings and the interface for selecting and configuring them.

Color Bar Setting Example

Color Bar Configuration Steps

Details the steps to select, enter values, and confirm color bar settings.

Feature Descriptions

Status Bar and Printer Status Details

Explains the status bar, printer status icons, and machine status display.

Ink Status Details

Ink Level Display and Indicators

Shows ink levels graphically and by percentage, with low-level indicators.

System Alarm Details

Alarm Information and Access

Explains alarm information display, access to details, and clearing alarms.

Menu Structure

Menu Function Lists

Lists functions available under each main menu (Print, Maintenance, Setting, History, System).

Detailed Setting Options

Setting Categories: Bi-direction, Media, Pressure, Washing, Machine

Covers settings for bi-direction, media, pressure roller, washing unit, and machine components.

Print Menu: Job List

Job List Tab Interface and Operations

Details the Job List tab interface for managing print jobs, including display and operations.

Job Management Features

Folder Navigation and Job Sorting

Explains how to navigate job folders and use display/sort options.

Print Queue Management

Job Queue Tab Operations

Details the Job Queue tab for viewing and managing jobs waiting to be printed.

Job History Viewing

Job History Tab Functionality

Explains how to view the history of printed jobs and re-print them.

Test Pattern Management

Test Pattern Tab Operations

Describes how to view and manage test pattern jobs.

Maintenance Menu: Cleaning

Cleaning and Powerful Cleaning Options

Explains the cleaning and powerful cleaning menus.

Auto Maintenance Configuration

Idle and Printing Cleaning Settings

Details configuration for auto maintenance in idle and during printing.

Jog Operation and User Maintenance

Jog Operation and Maintenance Wizard

Explains jog operation controls and user maintenance wizard procedures.

Setting Menu: Print Options

Print Settings: Color Bar, Feed, Gap, etc.

Details settings for Color bar, Nozzle recovery, Pre feed, Dry feed, and Head gap.

Bi-direction Adjustment Settings

Bi-direction Adjustment Values and Patterns

Explains adjustment values and patterns for bi-direction settings.

Media and Pressure Roller Settings

Media Origin and Pressure Roller Control

Covers media origin setting and pressure roller control.

Washing Unit Settings

Washing Unit Configuration Details

Details settings for auto setting, washing tank, brush, and water supply.

Machine Settings

Machine Component Settings

Covers obstacle sensor, winder, belt heater, vent fan, and light settings.

History Menu

History List Types Explained

Explains the types of history available: Print, Maintenance, Alarm, Controller.

System Menu

System Configuration and Information

Configuration for language settings and details for HDD capacity, Version, and License.

Document Access

Operation Guide and Alarm List

Access to Operation Guide and Alarm List.

Power Management Options

System Reconfiguration, Reset, and Shutdown

Procedures for system reconfiguration, machine reset, PC reboot, and shutdown.

Quick Functions

Quick Menu Operations

Executes frequently used functions via shortcut icons.

PLC Error List: Unwinder and DryerJet Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Details unwinder, DryerJet hot door, and winder errors, with causes and measures.

PLC Error List: Heater, Carriage, and Washing Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Lists errors for heater, carriage, and washing unit, with causes and measures.

PLC Error List: Cleaning, Air Pressure, and Door Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Details errors for cleaning station, air pressure, and door detection.

PLC Error List: Heater, Position, and Folds Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Lists errors for heater, print position, and media folds, with causes and measures.

PLC Error List: Cycle Start, Media End, and Manual Mode Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Details errors for cycle start, media end detection, and manual mode warnings.

PLC Error List: DryerJet and Unwinder Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Lists errors for DryerJet emergency, thermal protection, and unwinder FC cardan.

PLC Error List: Seam, Paper, and Dancer Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Details errors for seam detection, paper breaking, dancer movement, and temperature.

PLC Error List: Timeout, Bypass, and PIcAlarm Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Lists errors for heater timeout, unwinder bypass, and PIcAlarms.

PLC Error List: Connection and Command Errors

Specific PLC Error Codes and Solutions

Details PLC connection, command, and initialization errors.

Other Error List: CPU and Power Supply Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Lists CPU errors, power supply errors, with causes and measures.

Other Error List: PCB and Communication Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Details errors related to the main PCB, communication, and commands.

Other Error List: Sensor Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Lists errors related to various sensors like HDC, press, and ink tank sensors.

Other Error List: Ink Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Errors related to ink levels, tank detection, and supply issues.

Other Error List: Ink Pressure Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Details errors related to ink pressure control and leakage.

Other Error List: Heater and FW Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Lists errors related to the head heater, firmware, and control PCB.

Other Error List: FW/PrmSave and CPU2 Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Errors related to firmware, parameter, and CPU2 unit operations.

Other Error List: Head and MDC Mode Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Details errors related to head connection, temperature, and specific MDC modes.

Other Error List: MDC Connection, Command, and Print Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Errors related to MDC communication, commands, and print job execution.

Other Error List: MDC Parameter, Config, and System Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Errors related to MDC parameters, configuration, and system exceptions.

Other Error List: MDC FW Errors

Specific Other Error Codes and Solutions

Errors related to calibration value stability in MDC firmware.

MPC vs. QPrint Function Comparison

Main Function Mapping

Compares MPC and QPrint functions side-by-side for key operations.

Function Comparison: Print Tab

Print Tab Feature Comparison

Compares print-related functions between QPrint and MPC menus.

Function Mapping: Printer Controls

Printer Status and Control Mappings

Maps printer status and controls like printheads, jogs, and cleaning.

Ink and Cleaning Level Mappings

Maps ink status and cleaning level selections.

Print Queue Tab

Managing Jobs in the Print Queue

Manages jobs in the print queue, including adding, deleting, and saving.

Machine Tab Functions

Machine Component and Operation Settings

Details functions related to photocell, auto cleaning, washing, belt jog, and fans.

Head and Feed Settings

Head Maintenance and Feed Operations

Procedures for head maintenance, bidirectional adjustment, and feed settings.

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