What does '[****] Not Original' mean on my MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1204 Printer and what should I do?
- MMelissa PhillipsSep 12, 2025
If your MUTOH Printer displays '[****] Not Original', insert a genuine ink cartridge.
What does '[****] Not Original' mean on my MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1204 Printer and what should I do?
If your MUTOH Printer displays '[****] Not Original', insert a genuine ink cartridge.
What to do if my MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1204 cannot perform ink replenishment?
If your MUTOH Printer cannot perform ink replenishment, check the following: * Ensure the front cover is closed and the media loading lever is lowered. * Make sure all four ink cartridges are fully inserted. * Confirm that the waste fluid box is fully inserted.
Why does my MUTOH Printer have white or black lines on printed media?
If white or black lines appear on printed media from your MUTOH Printer, consider these potential causes: * Ensure you are using the recommended media. * Verify the scroller is set correctly. * Check the nozzle condition and perform head cleaning if necessary. * Perform Alignment and Media feed compensation. * Ensure each heater is set to the appropriate temperature. * Return the head height to "Normal (Low)" if it is set to High.
What to do if my MUTOH Printer is printing blurred?
If your MUTOH Printer is printing blurred images, consider the following: * Use the recommended media. * Ensure you are not using media that is too thick or too thin; use the recommended type. * Confirm you are printing on the correct surface of the media. * Perform Alignment and Media feed compensation. * Set each heater to the appropriate temperature. * If the head height is set to High, return it to "Normal (Low)".
What does '[****] S/C Col.Err' mean on my MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1204 and what should I do?
If your MUTOH Printer displays '[****] S/C Col.Err', insert ink cartridges correctly again.
What does 'No Waste-InkTank' mean on my MUTOH Printer and what should I do?
If your MUTOH Printer displays 'No Waste-InkTank', install the waste fluid box.
What does 'NearFullWasteInkTank' mean on my MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1204 Printer and what should I do?
If your MUTOH Printer displays 'NearFullWasteInkTank', replace the waste fluid box.
What does 'FullWasteInkTank' mean on my MUTOH Printer and what should I do?
If your MUTOH Printer displays 'FullWasteInkTank', replace the waste fluid box.
What to do if the wrong media size is set during initialization on my MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1204 Printer?
If the wrong media size is set during initialization on your MUTOH Printer, consider the following: * Use the recommended media. * Load the media straight. * Straighten the media or set a new media if it curls upward when set. * Ensure the printer is used in the specified environment. * Use a new media if you are using media that has been printed on already.
What to do if the media slips or is torn during initialization on my MUTOH ValueJet VJ-1204 Printer?
If the media slips or tears during initialization of your MUTOH Printer, consider the following: * Use the recommended media. * Set the media correctly. * Set the scroller correctly. * Clean the pressurizing roller to remove any foreign materials. * Ensure the printer is used in the specified environment. * Replace folded, torn, or rolled media. * If the media bends, use the recommended media or set the Vacuum Fan menu.
CE marking compliance information for European users.
FCC compliance details for users in the United States.
Lists registered trademarks and product names used in the manual.
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Details the organization and components of the manual.
Explains the types of warnings and their significance.
Essential safety guidelines to prevent injury and damage.
Information on handling and identifying warning and procedure labels.
Highlights the main capabilities and technologies of the VJ-1204.
Identifies and explains the function of printer components.
Describes the various status indicators displayed during operation.
Step-by-step guide for connecting the power cable safely.
Instructions for the correct procedure to turn the printer ON and OFF.
Detailed steps for the proper installation of ink cartridges.
Guidance on loading and configuring various types of media.
Procedures for running test prints to verify functionality.
Steps to perform print alignment for optimal quality.
Instructions for establishing a connection between the printer and a computer.
Illustrates the sequence of steps for executing a print job.
Information on media types, handling, and storage precautions.
How to navigate and modify settings via the printer's control panel.
Explains how to perform various functions using the operation panel.
Overview of the main setup menu and its categories.
Functions for nozzle checks and printing setup lists.
Configuration options for print alignment and quality tuning.
Detailed steps for performing different levels of head cleaning.
Settings related to the printer's power-saving sleep mode.
Guides on replacing ink cartridges, media, waste fluid, and sponges.
Instructions for cleaning the printer's exterior and interior components.
Guidelines for safely moving and transporting the printer.
Lists common problems, their causes, and solutions.
Lists all system messages and their meanings with remedies.
Step-by-step guide to safely remove jammed media.
Comprehensive technical data about the printer's hardware and capabilities.
Information on network interface specifications and protocols.
Information on available options and consumable items.
Visual representation of setup menu options for ready-to-print state.
Visual representation of setup options during printing operations.