MAINTENANCE MANUAL

Ver. 1.00

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
E-mail: traiding@mimaki. co. jp
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 FOREWORD

This maintenance manual covers items required to be remembered to conduct maintenance works
for the JV4 series of color ink jet plotter in the field.

Maintenance works have to be carried out by servicemen who have learned disassembly, assembly
and adjustment techniques with required tools and measuring apparatues.

This manual covers existing maintenance parts. For any failure other than those described in this
manual, factory-repairs will be necessary.
Before reading this maintenance manual, read the following manual to learn basic operations of this
device.
• Instruction Manual for JV4 Series (D200571).

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 TABLE OF CONTENTS

CHAPTER 1 OVERVIEW OF MAINTENANCE ..................................... 1.1

1-1. Cautions in maintenance ............................................................................. 1.2
1-2. How to use this maintenance manual ......................................................... 1.3
1-3. Tools required for maintenance works ...................................................... 1.3
1-4. Names of parts .............................................................................................. 1.4
1-4-1. Front face ............................................................................................... 1.4
1-4-2. Rear face ................................................................................................ 1.5
1-5. Specifications ................................................................................................ 1.6

CHAPTER 2 EXPLANATION OF OPERATION..................................... 2.1

2-1. Explanation of electrical components ........................................................ 2.2
2-1-1. Operations ............................................................................................. 2.2
2-1-2. Power supply ......................................................................................... 2.4
2-1-3. Main PCB .............................................................................................. 2.4
2-1-4. 1394 PCB .............................................................................................. 2.8
2-1-5. I/F Connection PCB .............................................................................. 2.8
2-1-6. HDC-4Head PCB .................................................................................. 2.8
2-1-7. HDC-2Head PCB ................................................................................ 2.10
2-1-8. IO PCB ................................................................................................ 2.10
2-1-9. Slider PCB ........................................................................................... 2.11
2-1-10. Linear encoder PCB .......................................................................... 2.13
2-1-11. The KeyBoard PCB ........................................................................... 2.13
2-1-12. Ink Sensor PCB 1 .............................................................................. 2.13
2-1-13. Ink Sensor PCB 2 .............................................................................. 2.13
2-1-14. Take-up motor PCB ........................................................................... 2.13
2-2. Ink system ................................................................................................... 2.14
2-2-1. Definitions ........................................................................................... 2.14
2-2-2. Brief explanation of the ink system ..................................................... 2.15
2-2-3. Parameters related to the ink system ................................................... 2.18
2-3. Brief explanation of media size detection control ................................... 2.19

CHAPTER 3 TROUBLESHOOTING........................................................... 3.1

3-1. Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD ...................... 3.2
3-2. Error messages and corrective measures .................................................. 3.3
3-2-1. Error messages for troubles for which error numbers are given
on the LCD ............................................................................................ 3.3
3-2-2. Ink-related components and other components ..................................... 3.6
3-3. Troubles for which error messages are not given on the LCD ................ 3.8
3-3-1. The device will not be energized. .......................................................... 3.8
3-3-2. The device fails to perform plotting ...................................................... 3.9

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 3-3-3. Cutting failure ..................................................................................... 3.11
3-3-4. Faulty cutter......................................................................................... 3.11
3-3-5. Fan motor ............................................................................................ 3.11
3-3-6. Abnormal nozzle discharge ................................................................. 3.12
3-3-7. Board medium feeding failure ............................................................. 3.12
3-3-8. Abnormal ink discharge ...................................................................... 3.13
3-3-9. Ink-filling cannot be performed .......................................................... 3.13
3-3-10. Abnormal wiper operation ................................................................ 3.13
3-4. Plotting failure ........................................................................................... 3.14
3-4-1. Print is not sharp .................................................................................. 3.14
3-4-2. Abnormal print .................................................................................... 3.15
3-4-3. Color of print is pale. ........................................................................... 3.16
3-4-4. Plotted drawing is out of position ....................................................... 3.16
3-4-5. Plotted dots or lines are dirty. .............................................................. 3.17
3-4-6. Stripes are always drawn at the time of scanning ............................... 3.18
3-4-7. Black and White Stripes on Reverse Sides ......................................... 3.19
3-4-8. Dark and Light Images Occur at Each Scan ....................................... 3.19
3-4-9. Stripes occur ........................................................................................ 3.20

CHAPTER 4 MAINTENANCE MODE ....................................................... 4.1

4-1. Maintenance items ....................................................................................... 4.2
4-2. Entering into the maintenance mode ......................................................... 4.3
4-2-1. Entering into the maintenance mode when actuating the plotter .......... 4.3
4-2-2. Entering into the maintenance mode by system parameters ................. 4.4
4-3. Menu of #ADJUST ...................................................................................... 4.5
4-3-1. PRINTadjust2 ........................................................................................ 4.5
4-3-2. HEAD ADJUST ................................................................................. 4.11
4-3-3. HEAD WASH ..................................................................................... 4.13
4-3-4. SELECT CLEANING ........................................................................ 4.15
4-3-5. REPLACE COUNTER ...................................................................... 4.17
4-3-6. DEFAULT SET................................................................................... 4.19
4-3-7. CAPPING ............................................................................................ 4.20
4-3-8. INK SETUP ......................................................................................... 4.21
4-3-9. HEAD ID ............................................................................................ 4.22
4-3-10. ADJUST EDGE ............................................................................... 4.23
4-3-11. 500mmSQUARE ............................................................................... 4.25
4-3-12. SET QUALITY ................................................................................. 4.27
4-3-13. MEDIA COMP2 ............................................................................... 4.28
4-4. #TEST items .............................................................................................. 4.30
4-4-1. CHECK PATTERN ............................................................................ 4.30

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 4-4-2. PARAMETER DRAW ....................................................................... 4.37
4-4-3. ALL PATTERN .................................................................................. 4.38
4-4-4. X SERVO ........................................................................................... 4.39
4-4-5. Y SERVO ........................................................................................... 4.40
4-4-6. XY SERVO ........................................................................................ 4.41
4-4-7. ACTION TEST .................................................................................. 4.42
4-4-8. SENSOR TEST .................................................................................. 4.43
4-4-9. PAPER SENSOR ............................................................................... 4-45
4-4-10. KEYBOARD TEST ......................................................................... 4-46
4-4-11. DISPLAY TEST .............................................................................. 4-47
4-4-12. LCD TEST ...................................................................................... 4-48
4-4-13. PUMP MOTOR............................................................................... 4-49
4-4-14. TIMER CHECK ............................................................................... 4-50
4-4-15. MEMORY CHECK ......................................................................... 4-51
4-4-16. SKEW CHECK ................................................................................ 4-55
4-4-17. TEMP CHECK ................................................................................. 4-56
4-4-18. ENCODER CHECK ......................................................................... 4.57
4-5. #PARAMATER items .............................................................................. 4.59
4-5-1. SYSTEM PARAMETER .................................................................... 4.59
4-5-2. INK PARAMETER 1 .......................................................................... 4.62
4-5-3. INK PARAMETER 2 .......................................................................... 4.62
4-5-4. MAINTENANCE PARAMETER ...................................................... 4.62
4-5-5. SERVO PARAMETER ....................................................................... 4.62
4-5-6. ADJUSTMENT PARAMETER ......................................................... 4.62
4-5-7. INFORMATION PARAMETER ........................................................ 4.62
4-6. Uploading and Downloading Parameters ................................................ 4.63
4-6-1. UPLOAD (Plotter >>> Computer) ...................................................... 4.63
4-6-2. DOWNLOAD (Computer >>> Plotter) .............................................. 4.64
4-7. Updating the firmware .............................................................................. 4.66
4-7-1. The firmware in this unit ..................................................................... 4.66
4-7-2. Main unit side firmware version updating file .................................... 4.66
4-7-3. Interface side firmware version updating file ..................................... 4.67
4-7-4. Checking the version updating file ...................................................... 4.67
4-7-5. Updating procedure ............................................................................. 4.68
4-8. Maintenance menu tree ............................................................................. 4.70

CHAPTER 5 DISASSEMBLING / ASSEMBLING PROCEDURE .......... 5.1

5-1. Disassembly and assembly .......................................................................... 5.2
5-1-1. Front cover assy., Y cover, SR cover, YR cover and Right cover ........ 5.2
5-1-2. Keyboard assy. and IO PCB assy. ......................................................... 5.4
5-1-3. Platen cover F/R, Fan motor assy., and Paper sensor R assy. ............... 5.5

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 5-1-4. X-motor assy. ........................................................................................ 5.6
5-1-5. X-pulley and paper feed roller (Do not disassemble) ........................... 5.7
5-1-6. Y-motor assy., Y-timing long belt and Y-timing belt ........................... 5.8
5-1-7. Head cover, Slider PCB and Linear encoder PCB assy. / scale ............ 5.9
5-1-8. Print head ............................................................................................. 5.12
5-1-9. Main FPC cable assy. .......................................................................... 5.14
5-1-10. Cutter solenoid assy. and the paper width sensor PCB assy. ............ 5.15
5-1-11. Cap assy. ............................................................................................ 5.16
5-1-12. Station sensor assy., Capping sensor assy. and Wipersensor assy. ... 5.17
5-1-13. IEEE1394 PCB, Main PCB, HDC-4 Head PCB assy.,
HDC-2 Head PCB assy. and Power PCB ......................................... 5.19
5-1-14. Ink supply tube (inside diameter: ø2mm) ......................................... 5.21

CHAPTER 6 ADJUSTMENT ........................................................................ 6.1

6-1. Adjusting item list ........................................................................................ 6.2
6-2. Adjusting item .............................................................................................. 6.3
6-2-1. Adjustment of the cutter height ............................................................. 6.3
6-2-2. Adjustment of the station position ........................................................ 6.4
6-2-3. Adjustment of the Linear sensor PCB assy height ................................ 6.9
6-2-4. Adjustment of the Y-motor belt tension .............................................. 6.10
6-2-5. Adjustment of the X-motor belt tension .............................................. 6.11
6-2-6. Adjustment of the head (head angle / head stagger) ........................... 6.12

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 CHAPTER 1

OVERVIEW OF MAINTENANCE

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 1-1. Cautions in maintenance

Following cautions have to be taken when conducting maintenance works.

• Be sure to fully understand precautions given in “For safe operation” in the Instruction Manual
for the JV4 series.
• Be sure to accurately grasp problems since misoperation can be the cause of the problem.
• Be sure to secure a sufficient space for maintenance.
• Be sure to turn off the power switch and disconnect the power plug from the receptacle.
• In the case where it is necessary to conduct test with the electrical box cover opened, caution
should be taken to avoid electric shock hazards in the electrical box.
• In the case where it is necessary to conduct maintenance works with the power on, carefully
observe the movement of the head. (Keep any part of your body away from the moving parts.)
• Shift the paper (in the X-direction) and the head (in the Y-direction) using the jog keys. If it is
necessary to shift the paper and the head by hand with the power turned off, exercise care to
shift them slowly.
• Do not tilt the plotter with the ink cartridges filled with ink. Doing so can give rise to leakage
of ink. (In particular, do not position the plotter in such a way, when ascending/descending the
stairs, that the maintenance station is lower than the ink station.)
In principle, the following procedure should be taken in prior to the transportation.
1) Discharge ink from the tube in accordance with the description given under “Discharge
cleaning” in the maintenance tests.
2) Detach the waste ink tank.
3) Fix the head with the head stopper.
• If the main unit is removed from the legs and placed directly on the floor, be careful of the
following points.
• Unplug the takeup unit power cord.
• Remove the waste ink tank. (Plug the tube up with a cloth to prevent ink from spilling
over.)

CAUTION

• Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.

Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacture.
Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not get ink drops on the FPC or connectors when connecting or disconnecting the damper.
Doing so may cause short-circuit or inferior contact resulting in abnormal ink discharge. Be
careful when handling ink.
• Properly and carefully connect the FPC cable of the slider PCB from the HDC PCB according
to the connector number. Failure to do so may cause short-circuit of the power supply.
• Do not turn the power off during firmware upgrading. Doing so may disable restarting.

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 1-2. How to use this maintenance manual

Use the maintenance manual in the following manner.

• Check first a phenomenon that is arising to grasp the trouble.
• Secondly, grasp the outline of the trouble while referring to error messages given in Chapter 3.
• Refer to Chapter 6 for performance checking procedure and adjusting procedure.

1-3. Tools required for maintenance works

Tools and measuring apparatus required for maintenance works are given below.

Name Q’ty Remarks

Phillips screwdriver, type 1 1 For M2
Phillips screwdriver, type 2 1 For M3 to M5 (L=260 or more)
Phillips screwdriver, type 2 1 For M3 to M5
Slotted screwdriver 1 Log side 2.5 mm for drawing out E-rings
Hexagon wrench key 1 1.5 mm for M3 SSWP
1 2.0 mm for M4 SSWP
1 2.5 mm for M3 cap bolts
1 5.5 mm for hexagon stud
1 6.0 mm for M8 cap bolts
Wrench 1 Opposite side 5 mm
1 Opposite side 5.5 mm for M3 nuts
1 Opposite side 7 mm for M4 nuts
Tweezers 1 To prevent the cable from being pulled when
disconnecting the connector
Long-nose pliers 1
Nippers 1
Soldering iron 1
Scale 1 500 mm, 150 mm
Bar-type tension gauge 1 For 500 gf
Tester 1 If necessary
Magnifier 1 Magnification of approx. 50 to 60
Adhesive agent 1 LOCKTITE242 (for locking screws)
Gloves 1 In prevention of stains and safeguarding
Insulation lock As required L=150 or less (UL-approved product)
Nitroflon tape or acetate fabric tape As required UL-approved product
Solder As required

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 1-4. Names of parts

1-4-1. Front face

Name Function
1 Front cover It is opened when setting medium or taking a corrective measure against
a medium jam.
2 Power switch It turns on/off the power to the device.
3 IEEE-1394 connector A 400M bps interface connector compatible with IEEE-1394.
4 Parallel connector Bi-directional parallel interface connector (complies with IEEE1284)
5 AC inlet The power cable is connected to the AC inlet.
6 Operation panel This panel has the operation keys required for operating the device
and the LCD for displaying set items, etc.
7 Maintenance cover This is the carriage cover. During maintenance of the station, open it by
loosening the screws.
8 Clamp lever It is made to go up-down the pinch roller for holding medium.
9 Waste ink tank Waste ink gathers in this tank. One waste ink tank is provided on each
side of the device.
10 Stand It supports the main unit. It is provided with casters that are used to
move the device.
11 Take-up device It supports to wind up the roll medium printed, and have the operation
named FORWARD / OFF / REVERSE.
12 Medium support It supports to send the medium smoothly. It has merit for preventing
rises of hard medium such as canvas.
13 Platen It puts out the medium as it is plotted on.

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 1-4-2. Rear face

Name Function
1 F ink station This station houses up to six ink cartridges.
2 Clamp lever It is made to go up-down the pinch roller for holding medium.
3 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.
4 Paper roll setting bar This bar facilitates a paper roll to be set in position.
5 Ink cartridge Each cartridge contains ink of a specific color.
6 R ink station This station houses up to six ink cartridges.

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 1-5. Specifications

Item JV4-130 JV4-160 JV4-180

Printing head Method Piezo-electric drop-on demand
Specification Six-heads (3 x 2 lines)
Nozzle High speed plotting : 360 nozzles for each color
Printing speed Two independent plotting : 180 nozzles for each color
Resolution 360, 540, 720, 1440 dpi
Drawing mode Resolution 360 x 360 dpi : 2 / 4 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
Pass 360 x 540 dpi : 3 / 6 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
Printing direction 360 x 720 dpi :4 / 8 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
720 x 720 dpi : 4 / 8 / 16 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
1440 x 720 dpi : 8 / 16 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
1440 x 1440 dpi : 16 / 32 passes, Unidirection / bidirection
Ink type Water-soluble 6 Color (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) + (Light Cyan, Light Magenta) or
Color pigment ink (Orange, Green)
Water-soluble dye ink 6 Color (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Magenta)
Disperse dye ink 6 Color (Black, Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, Light Cyan, Light Magenta)
Delivery system of ink Proprietary system with low ink detection sensor
Capacity of ink cartrige 220 cc ± 5 cc per cartrige
Medium type Glossy medium Grossy white PET, Photo paper, Glossy PVC
Matte medium Mat-PVC, Tarpaulin, Back-lit film
Cloth Nonflamable cloth
Other Artwork film, Canvas, Tarpaulin, Waterproof olefin film, Board
Max. Printing width Width 1371 mm Width 1600 mm Width 1870 mm
Medium size Maximum 1381 mm 1620 mm 1910 mm
(Leaf medium) Minimum 210 mm
Medium size Thickness 1.0 mm or less
(Roll medium) Roll outside diameter Ø 150 mm or less
Roll weight 20 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.
Medium size Thickness 7.0 mm or less
(Board) Deflection 1.0 mm or less
Margin Front 85 mm ± 2 mm
(Leaf medium) Rear 85 mm ± 2 mm
Left end 5 mm ± 0.5 mm
Right end 5 mm ± 0.5 mm
Margin Front 50 mm ± 2 mm
(Roll medium) Rear 0 mm ± 0.5 mm
Left end 5 mm ± 0.5 mm
Right end 5 mm ± 0.5 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
Perpendecularity ± 0.5 mm / 1000 mm
Medium skew 5 mm or less / 10 m variable
Head height adjustment 1.2 mm to 10 mm variable from the platen surface
Cutting of medium Cutting of Y direction by the head cutter,Cutting accuracy(steps)
0.5mmor less.
Automatic lateral cutting (can be set to ON/OFF), Manual lateral cutting

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 Item JV4-130 JV4-160 JV4-180
Medium delivery Take-up device as standerd (inside winding / outside winding selectable)
Waste ink tank Bottle type (1,000 cc).Replacement timing is judged visually.
Interface IEEE1394 (Max.transmission rate 400 M bps)
Bidirectional parallel interface (IEEE1284 compliant), ECP support
Command MRL-II (ESC/PV.2 base)
Noise during standby Less than 56 dB
Noise during continuous printing Less than 66 dB
Noise during discontinuous printing Less than 70 dB
Safety Standard FCC ClassA
Power AC 100 — 240 V 120 W or less
Power consumption 400 W or less
Recomended Temperature 15 °C to 30 °C
Enviroment Humidity 35 to 65 % Rh (No condensation)
Temperature change ± 10 °C / h or less
Dust Equivalent to normal office level
Outside dimensions (mm) 2406 x 730 x 1220 2740 x 730 x 1220 3025 x 730 x 1220
(W) x (D) x (H)
Weight Main unit 114 kg 125 kg 126 kg
Packing box Less than 140 kg Less than 153 kg Less than 158 kg

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 Plotting speed (Measurement after nozzle disabling)
Bi-directional printing
(Measurement on 1m2: 1371 x 730mm printing)

Resolution Drawing mode Plotting time

Y x X dpi Setting pass High speed plotting Two independent plotting
Speed 2 2 minutes 00 second 3 minutes 17 seconds
360 x 360 Standard 4 2 minutes 29 seconds 4 minutes 31 seconds
Fine 8 7 minutes 07 seconds 13 minutes 06 seconds
Speed 3 2 minutes 58 seconds 5 minutes 13 seconds
360 x 540 Standard 6 2 minutes 38 seconds 6 minutes 56 seconds
Fine 12 10 minutes 54 seconds 20 minutes 28 seconds
Speed 4 3 minutes 55 seconds 7 minutes 14 seconds
360 x 720 Standard 8 4 minutes 26 seconds 8 minutes 09 seconds
(Extended) Fine 16 15 minutes 05 seconds 29 minutes 45 seconds
Speed 4 5 minutes 24 seconds 10 minutes 51 seconds
720 x 720 Standard 8 6 minutes 06 seconds 12 minutes 08 seconds
<Variable> Fine 16 21 minutes 37 seconds 38 minutes 47 seconds
Speed 4 5 minutes 38 seconds 10 minutes 40 seconds
1440 x 720 Standard 8 6 minutes 06 seconds 12 minutes 08 seconds
<Variable> Fine 16 21 minutes 37 seconds 38 minutes 42 seconds
Speed 16 22 minutes 35 seconds 42 minutes 43 seconds
1440 x 1440*1 Standard 16 22 minutes 35 seconds 42 minutes 43 seconds
Fine 32 44 minutes 25 seconds 89 minutes 03 seconds
*1
Plain color layout paper

JV4 series specified ink

No. Ink Type The number of color

1 Water-soluble pigment ink (SPC-0180∗) 8
2 Water-soluble dye ink (SPC-0258∗) 6
3 Disperse dye ink (SPC-0256∗) 6
(∗ is indicates color code.)

JV4 series image quality standard media

Glossy white PET specified by MIMAKI(SPC-0111 or SPC-0260) is used as a image quality

standard media to perform shipment inspection, maintenance, and adjustment.

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 Print Resolution of JV4 series and Notes on specified media.

Recommended
Resolution Media Notes / Limitations
360 x 360 • Mat media • Since the dot size of JV4 is smaller than that of JV2 for the
360 dpi mode, panting is more distinctive. The use of 360 x
540dpi mode is recommended.
• Since the 2 pass mode is subject to panting by media feed
accuracy variation or stripes or uneven plotting by curved
nozzle fly, the use of media with a dot size of 120µm or more
is recommended.
• If the dot size is small, make plotting in the 4 pass mode or
higher mode to make panting less distinctive. These modes
need less amount of feed, improving the accuracy. Panting
can also be reduced through software processing.
• Glossy and film media are not suitable for JV4 because they
may cause insufficient concentration, white stripes, and
uneven plotting since the necessary dot size cannot be
obtained.

360 x 540 • Mat media • The use for applications allowing sufficient concentration
with general mat media or for high- speed output applica-
tions is recommended.
• Since the 3 pass mode is subject to panting by media feed
accuracy variation or stripes or uneven plotting by curved
nozzle fly, the use of media with a dot size of 90µm or more
is recommended.
• If the dot size is small, make plotting in the 6 pass mode or
higher mode to make panting less distinctive. These modes
need less amount of feed, improving the accuracy. Panting
can also be reduced through software processing.
360 x 720 • Tarpaulin media, etc • Use media with high ink absorption factor.

720 x 720 • Glossy media • Since the 4 pass mode is subject to panting by media feed
accuracy variation or stripes or uneven plotting by curved
nozzle fly, the use of media with a dot size of 70µm or more
is recommended.
• If the dot size is small, make plotting in the 8 pass mode or
higher mode to make panting less distinctive. These modes
need less amount of feed, improving the accuracy. Panting
can also be reduced through software processing.
• With high image quality applications, the use with the bottom
head psition is reccomended for stable dot shot.

Variable • Glossy media Variable data involves smaller dots, requring more strict
allowing the same dot margin for the dot size and media feed accuracy.
condition as MIMAKI- • Plotting with 720 dpi in the 8 pass more or higher is recom-
brand Glossy White
mended.
PET.
• If stripes or uneven plotting occures, check the rank of the
• Mat media
dischareged dot (Large, Middle, of Small) and then determine
whether the resolution and profile are suitable for the media.

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 CHAPTER 2

EXPLANATION OF OPERATION

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 2-1. Explanation of electrical components

2-1-1. Operations
* The slider of the JV4 is provided with six heads with stagger arrangement, with 180 nozzles (at 180dpi
intervals) x 2 rows (2 colors) for each head.
* The ink in the ink chamber is discharged by vibrating the piezo-electric element of the head. The JV4
uses four different vibration waveform modes: the V1 (Variable1) mode which enables four gradations
(without L, M, and S) with 360 dpi resolution, the V2 (Variable2) mode which enables four gradations
with smaller dots with 720 dpi resolution, the N1 (Normal1) mode which enables high-speed two
gradations (1.0) with 360 dpi resolution, and the N2 (Normal2) mode which enables high-speed two
gradations with 720 dpi resolution.
However, note that the Normal waveform modes are not used when normal data is received from the
host PC. (Some Variable waveforms are represented in two gradations.)
Since the driving frequency (or the scanning speed of the head) depends on each waveform, Y-directional
position adjustment is required for each waveform.
* The HDC-4Head PCB is provided with two FPGAs (HDCs) which generate the driving signal (COM
waveform) to be applied to the piezo-electric element of one nozzle row for two heads, and the HDC-
2Head PCB is provided with one FPGA (HDC). The COM waveform is applied in synchronization with
the scale interval of each linear scale and, at the same time, the nozzle data is transferred to the head. Y-
directional position adjustment can be made in units of one dot or less by adjusting the timing of the
COM waveform for each nozzle row.
Since the ink discharge performance depends on each head, the COM waveform is corrected automatically
based on the head ID registered and the ambient temperature detected. (If the head ID is not registered
correctly, no ink may be discharged.)
* The main PCB is provided with the FPGA (PDC) in charge of image processing to which the 256MB
DSRAM picture memory (PRAM) is connected. As for the data output from the host PC, the command
is analyzed by the CPU and the image is transferred to the memory through high-speed DMA. Since the
PRAM has the ring memory configuration, head scanning is started when data for each scanning has
been stored. Since only an image with 180 dpi resolution can be formed into the X direction in each
scanning, the image with the target resolution is completed while making required amount of paper
feed.
* Stepping motors, sensors, and many other IO devices are connected to the JV4. Therefore, if all of them
are connected directly to the main PCB, it becomes difficult to handle wires and replace the PCB. To
avoid this, the number of signals has been reduced through serial signal transmission with the main PCB
using IO PCBs and ink sensor PCBs. This signal processing is performed by the FPGA (IOC) mounted
on the main PCB.

Head nozzle arrangement

(viewed from rear side) A#180
B#180
Paper feed
direction

A#2 180 dpi interval

B#2
A#1
B#1

Scanning direction
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 LEFT INK SYSTEM RIGHT INK SYSTEM
INK 1A INK 2A WIPER WIND SYSTEM
END PACK PACK END
PUMP MOTOR
MOTOR1 PAPER
PACK/END/GND INK SENSOR BOARD INK SENSOR BOARD PACK/END/GND SENSOR
PUMP
INK 1B INK 2B MOTOR2
END PACK PACK END
WIND SW
CN9 CN9 PUMP CAPPING 6
MOTOR WIND CCW
MOTOR3

WIP-MOT A.B
PACK/END/GND 4 PACK/END/GND CN2
4 BOARD STOP
PUMP CN3
CN10 CN10 MOTOR4
CW
INK 3A INK 4A

P1-MOT A,B
END PACK PACK END 2

+5V/SIG/GND
+20V/SIG/GND
4 4

P2-MOT A,B
PACK/END/GND PACK/END/GND CLAMP Y-HOME STATION WIPER
CN11 CN11

CAP-MOT A.B
SENSOR SENSOR SENSOR SENSOR

P3-MOT A,B
INK 3B 4 4 INK 4B
+15V / GND
END PACK PACK END

P4-MOT A,B
CN12 CN12 BLOWER1
PACK/END/GND PACK/END/GND WIND MOTOR
BLOWER 2
4 4
INK 5A INK 6A BLOWER 3
END PACK CN13 CN13 PACK END
BLOWER4
PACK/END/GND 4 4 PACK/END/GND

+24V/GND
INK 5B CN14 CN14 INK 6B

+24V/GND

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END PACK PACK END

-180
4 4

+24V/GND
PACK/END/GND PACK/END/GND

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+5V/SIG/GND
+5V/SIG/GND

+5V/SIG/GND
+5V/SIG/GND
CN17 CN17

6 6 6 6 2 2 2 6 6 3 3 3 3 3 8

X-ORIGIN SENSOR CN22 CN23 CN24 CN25 CN7 CN8 CN9 CN10 CN26 CN27 CN3 CN2 CN5 CN6 CN4 CN14

+5VSIRIAL-SIG/GND (FPC)

+5VSIRIAL-SIG/GND (FPC)
12 12 CN1 IO BOARD
CN14 CN15 3 +5V/SIG//GND
CN20 CN11 CN12 CN15 CN28
Electrical component block diagram

IEEE1284 CN16
N.C N.C N.C N.C
34 +35V/+5V/SIRIAL-SIG/P-CLK/PWM/GND (FLAT)
CN13

40 +42V/HEAD6/GND (FPC)
HDC-2 Head CN4
30 +35V/+5V/+3.3V/HDC-SIG/GND (FPC)
CN19 CN1 BOARD 40 +42V/HEAD5/GND (FPC)
J3 CN1

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CN3
IEEE1394 J4
J1
IF CONNECTION CN17 COLD FAN
1394
BOARD
BOARD
40 +42V/HEAD4/GND (FPC)
MAIN BOARD CN6
CN2
CN7
30 +35V/+5V/+3.3V/HDC-SIG/GND (FPC) 40 +42V/HEAD3/GND (FPC)
CN18 CN5

KEY PANEL HDC-4 Head 40 +42V/HEAD2/GND (FPC)

CN4
3 X-MOTOR BOARD 40 +42V/HEAD1/GND (FPC) +5V/SIG/GND
CN7 CN3
N.C CN2 CN1 CAPPING SENSER
6 X-ENCODER 30 +5V/SEN-SIG/GND (FPC)
CN6 CN2 +5V/SIG/GND
2 Y-MOTOR
CN1 +5V/LCD/KEY/GND 20 CN9 PAPER WIDTH SENSER
CN5 +5V/SIG/GND
5 Y-ENCODER
CN8 3 4 5
CN1 CN21 CN10 N.C N.C N.C N.C N.C

10 3 3
CN18 CN19 CN20 CN21 CN22 CN17 CN23 CN24 CN25 CN26 CN30 CN27 CN28 CN32 CN29 LINER ENCODER
BOARD

SLIDER BOARD 2 CUTTER/GND

CN31

COVER

COVER
CN1 CN9 CN2 CN10 CN3 CN11 CN4 CN12 CN5 CN13 CN6 CN14 CN7 CN15 CN8 CN16

21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 21 N.C N.C N.C N.C

DC3.3V/5V/35V/GND
FRONT COVER SENSOR SW
(FPC)
(FPC)
(FPC)
(FPC)
(FPC)
(FPC)

(FPC)
(FPC)

(FPC)
(FPC)

(FPC)
(FPC)

X-MOTOR
CN2

POWER BOARD CUTTER

SOLENOIDE
MENT COVER SENSOR SW INK HEAD 1 INK HEAD 2 INK HEAD 3 INK HEAD 4 INK HEAD 5 INK HEAD 6
INLET CN1
DC3.3V, 3.5A
DC5V, 3.5A Y-MOTOR
POWER SW DC35V, 6A
 2-1-2. Power supply

Input/output of the power supply are as follows:

Input: 100 VAC to 240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Output: +3.3 V, 3.5 A
+5 V, 3.5 A
+35 V, 6 A

Connector pins layout table and variable resistor numbers

Connector Pin No. Name of signal Variable resistor

CN1 1 NC
2 NC
3 AC IN (L)
4 NC
5 AC IN (N)
CN2 1 +35V RV1 (CN2 proximity)
2 +35V
3 GND
4 GND
5 +5V RV2 (CN2 proximity)
6 +5V
7 GND
8 GND
9 +3.3V RV3 (CN2 proximity)
10 +3.3V

2-1-3. Main PCB

The SH-3 (RISC, 133MHz) from Hitachi is used as the CPU.

The program of the CPU is stored in the flash memory. This program can easily be upgraded
on site through the interface.
During upgrading, the program is downloaded to the PRAM by the CPU and then stored in
the flash memory of the CPU.
When the receive data is read from the interface, the CPU loads the data in the picture memory
through the PDC-CTR. The picture memory consists of a 256MB DSRAM.
The PDC-CTR performs necessary mask processing, performs X-Y conversion, then transfers
it to the head controller (on the HDC PCB) with 8-bit width.

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 Main PCB block diagram

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 Main PCB connector signals

Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks
1 +5V 1 +5V
2 GND 2 GND
3 LCD-E 3 SPCK-I2(3)
4 RS1 4 SPLD-I2(3)
5 LCD-RW 5 SPDA-I2(3)
CN5 6 LCD-D0 CN14 / 6 SPCK-O3(4)
7 LCD-D1 (CN15) 7 SPLD-O3(4)
8 LCD-D2 8 SPDA-O3(4)
9 LCD-D3 9 ID-IN Not used
10 /KEY-E 10 ID-OUT Not used
11 RS2 11 GATE
12 K-LED Not used 12 N.C
1 +5V A1 +35V
2 X-ENCA A2 +35V
3 X-ENCB A3 +35V
CN6 4 N.C A4 N.C
5 GND A5 N.C
6 GND A6 IFRESET
1 +X-MV A7 IF-RDnWR
CN7 2 N.C A8 PWDWN Not used
3 -X-MV A9 WUPRQ Not used
1 +5V A10 IF-nPREQ
2 Y-ENCA A11 IF-DRQ0
CN8 3 Y-ENCB A12 IF-DRQ1
4 GND A13 INNDREQ3 Not used
5 GND A14 INNDREQ4 Not used
1 +Y-MV A15 IFA0
CN9 2 -Y-MV A16 IFA1
1 +COVER A17 IF-RWCLK
CN10 2 N.C A18 IF-CKIO
3 -COVER A19 IF-IDOUT
1 +35V A20 IFD0
2 +35V A21 IFD2
3 GND A22 IFD3
4 GND A23 IFD5
5 +5V A24 IFD6
6 GND A25 IFD8
7 N.C CN17 A26 IFD9
8 X-SEN Not used A27 IFD11
9 SPCK-I1 A28 IFD12
10 SPLD-I1 A29 IFD14
11 SPDA-I1 A30 IFD15
12 SPCK-O1 A31 IFD17
13 SPLD-O1 A32 IFD18
14 SPDA-O1 A33 IFD20
15 SPCK-O2 A34 IFD21
16 SPLD-O2 A35 IFD23
CN13 17 SPDA-O2 A36 IFD24
18 P-CK1 A37 IFD26
19 P-CK2 A38 IFD27
20 P-CK3 A39 IFD29
21 P-CK4 A40 IFD30
22 P-CK5 B1 +5V
23 P-CK6 B2 +5V
24 P-CK7 Not used B3 +5V
25 N.C B4 +3.3V
26 PWM1 B5 +3.3V
27 GATE B6 +3.3V
28 RESET B7 SEQREQ Not used
29 H-ST Not used B8 PWACK Not used
30 H-ON Not used B9 GND
31 H-PR Not used B10 GND
32 W-ENC Not used B11 IF-DRQ2
33 IO-V0 B12 GND
34 IO-V1 B13 INNDREQ5 Not used
B14 GND
B15 IF-CS

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 Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks
B16 GND 1 +5V
B17 GND CN21 2 UDINO
B18 GND 3 UDINI Not used
B19 IFD1 4 GND
B20 GND 1 +COVER
B21 IFD4
CN21 2 N.C
B22 GND 3 -COVER
B23 IFD7
B24 GND
B25 IFD10
B26 GND
B27 IFD13
CN17 B28 GND
B29 IFD16
B30 GND
B31 IFD19
B32 GND
B33 IFD22
B34 GND
B35 IFD25
B36 GND
B37 IFD28
B38 GND
B39 IFD31
B40 GND
1 GND
2 SCK
3 GND
4 SNLD1(2)
5 D0
6 D1
7 D2
8 D3
9 D4
10 D5
11 D6
12 D7
13 GND
14 SDI1(2)
15 SDRQ1(2)
16 HNINTR1(2)
CN18 / 17 REJ1(3)
18 REJ2(4)
(CN19) 19 SUB1(3)
20 SUB2(4)
21 LE1(2)A
22 LE1(2)B
23 LE1(2)A-R
24 LE1(2)B-R
25 GND
26 40MSCK+
27 40MSCK-
28 GND
29 +3.3V
30 +3.3V
31 GND
32 GND
33 +5V
34 +5V
35 GND
36 +35V
37 +35V
38 +35V
39 +35V
40 +35V

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 2-1-4. 1394 PCB
The 1394 (IEEE1394) PCB uses the SH2 (RISC, 28.7MHz) from Hitachi as the CPU and the
program stored in the flash memory in the CPU. Therefore, the 1394 CPU is upgraded by
downloading the program from the host computer. This PCB supports bi-directional printing.

2-1-5. I/F Connection PCB

This board connects the signals of the main PCB and 1394 PCB.

2-1-6. HDC-4Head PCB

This board is provided in the electrical equipment case. It receives signals from the main
PCB, generates the COM signal for driving heads 1 to 4, generates nozzle data, and transfers
each data to the slider PCB through the FPC cable. In addition, it is provided with the driver
circuit for the cooling fan and cutter and the read-out circuit for the paper-width sensor and
temperature sensor.

HDC PCB Connector signals

Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks
1 GND 1 GND
2 SCK 2 SOLCOM
3 GND 3 PAPER-CUT
4 SNLD1(2) 4 GND
5 D0 5 MARK2 Reserved (Tx)
6 D1 6 MARK1 Reserved (Tx)
7 D2 7 T-LEDON
8 D3 8 GND
9 D4 9 LENCB1
10 D5 10 LENCA1
11 D6 11 KP-SEN
12 D7 12 P-WID-SEN
13 GND 13 GND
14 SDI1(2) 14 SLOP
15 SDRQ1(2)
CN2 15 ADI
16 HNINTR1(2) 16 GND
17 REJ1(3) 17 A4INH3
18 REJ2(4) 18 A4INH2
19 SUB1(3) 19 A4INH1
CN1 20 SUB2(4) 20 A4C
21 LE1(2)A 21 A4B
22 LE1(2)B 22 A4A
23 LE1(2)A-R 23 ASCK
24 LE1(2)B-R 24 ACS
25 GND 25 GND
26 40MSCK+ 26 GND
27 40MSCK- 27 +5V
28 GND 28 +5V
29 +3.3V 29 +5V
30 +3.3V 30 GND
31 GND
32 GND
33 +5V
34 +5V
35 GND
36 +35V
37 +35V
38 +35V
39 +35V
40 +35V

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 Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks
1 GND 28 GND
2 GND 29 GND
3 OUTA- 30 +42V
4 OUTA+ 31 GND
5 GND 32 HxCOMB
6 OUTB- CN4 / 33 HxCOMB
7 OUTB+ CN6 34 HxCOMB
8 GND 35 GND
9 HxNCHGB 36 GND
10 GND 37 HxCOMA
11 HxLATB 38 HxCOMA
12 GND 39 HxCOMA
13 HxCHB 40 GND
14 GND 1 +24V
15 HxNCHGA CN7 2 -
16 GND 3 FAN-ON
17 HxLATA 1 H. S-1
18 GND
CN8 2 GND
CN3 / 19 HxCHA 1 H. S-2
20 GND
CN9 2 GND
CN5 21 OUTC+
22 OUTC-
23 GND
24 OUTD+
25 OUTD-
26 GND
27 +5V
28 +5V
29 GND
30 GND
31 +42V
32 GND
33 HxCOMB
34 HxCOMB
35 HxCOMB
36 GND
37 GND
38 HxCOMA
39 HxCOMA
40 HxCOMA
1 GND
2 OUTA-
3 OUTA+
4 GND
5 OUTB-
6 OUTB+
7 GND
8 HxCHGB
9 GND
10 HxLATB
11 GND
12 HxCHB
CN4 /
13 GND
CN6 14 HxNCHGA
15 GND
16 HxLATA
17 GND
18 HxCHA
19 GND
20 OUTC+
21 OUTC-
22 GND
23 OUTD+
24 OUTD-
25 GND
26 +5V
27 +5V

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 2-1-7. HDC-2Head PCB
This board is located under the HDC-4Head PCB in the electrical equipment case. It receives
signals from the main PCB, generates the COM signal for driving heads 5 and 6, generates
nozzle data, and transfers each data to the slider PCB through the FPC cable.

2-1-8. IO PCB
This board is located on the back of the right frame. It receives the signal of each sensor,
transfers each data to the main PCB, and controls various stepping motors and take-up motors.

IO PCB Connector signals

Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks
1 +5V 1 MA-P3
CN2 2 D0 Origins 2 N.C.
3 GND CN24 3 /MA-P3 Pumop motor 3
1 +5V 4 MB-P3
CN3 2 D1 Lever sensor 5 N.C.
3 GND 6 MB-P3
1 +5V 1 MA-P4
CN4 2 D2 Paper sensor 2 N.C.
3 GND 3 /MA-P4
1 +5V
CN25 4 MB-P4
Pumop motor 4

2 D3 Station sensor 5 N.C.

CN5 3 N.C. 6 /MB-P4
4 GND 1 MA-WP
1 +5V 2 N.C.
2 D4 Wiper sensor 3 /MA-WP
CN6 3 N.C.
CN26 4 MB-WP
Wiper motor

4 GND 5 N.C.
1 POWER-F 6 /MB-WP
CN7 / 2 POWER-F 1 MA-CP
8/ 9/ 10 2 N.C.
3 /MA-CP
1 POWER Not used
CN27 4 MB-CP
Capping motor

CN11 / 2 /POWER 5 N.C.

12/ 15/ 28 6 /MB-CP

1 POWER-M Take-up motor

2 POWER-M Take-up motor
3 +5V
4 W-ENC Not used
CN14 5 W-SEN Not used
6 GND
7 GND
8 W-UNIT Not used
9 GND
1 POWER-L
CN17 2 GND
3 LAMP Not used
1 MA-P1
2 N.C.
3 /MA-P1
CN22 Pump motor 1
4 MB-P1
5 N.C.
6 /MB-P1
1 MA-P2
2 N.C.
3 /MA-P2
CN23 Pump motor 2
4 MB-P2
5 N.C.
6 /MB-P2

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 2-1-9. Slider PCB

The slider PCB is located on the inner side of the head cover. It relays the head control signal
and head driving signal from the HDC PCB to the print heads. It contains the sensor circuit
which detects the signal from the thermistor on each head and the signal from the paper-
width sensor.
The slider PCB is connected to the HDC PCB with 7 main FPC cables and connected to the
heads with 12 head FPC cables. In addition, the slider PCB is connected respectively to the
linear encoder that detects the ink discharging position with the linear scale, to the paper
width sensor PCB and to the cutter solenoid.
Slider PCB Connector signals

Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks
1 SIO02A 1 GND
2 SIO01A 2 SOLCOM
3 SCK02A 3 PAPER-CUT
4 SCK01A 4 GND
5 H1anodeA 5 MARK2 Reserved (Tx)
6 H1CHA 6 MARK1 Reserved (Tx)
7 GND 7 T-LEDON
8 H1LATA 8 GND
CN1 9 GND 9 LENCB1
~ 10 H1NCHGA 10 LENCA1
11 GND 11 KP-SEN
CN8
12 +5V 12 P-WID-SEN
13 H1-TH 13 GND
14 GND CN17 / 14 SLOP
15 GND CN18 15 ADI
16 H1COMA 16 GND
17 GND 17 A4INH3
18 H1COMA 18 A4INH2
19 GND 19 A4INH1
20 H1COMA 20 A4C
21 GND 21 A4B
1 SI001B 22 A4A
2 SI002B 23 ASCK
3 SCK01B 24 ACS
4 SCK02B 25 GND
5 H1anodeA 26 GND
6 GND 27 +5V
7 H1CHB 28 +5V
8 GND 29 +5V
CN9 9 H1LATB 30 GND
~ 10 GND
11 H1NCHGB
CN16 12 +5V
13 GND
14 GND
15 H1COMB
16 GND
17 H1COMB
18 GND
19 H1COMB
20 GND
21 +42V

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 Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks Connector Pin No. Signal Name Remarks
1 GND 28 GND
2 GND 29 GND
3 OUTA- 30 +42V
4 OUTA+ 31 GND
5 GND CN20 / 32 HxCOMB
6 OUTB- CN22 / 33 HxCOMB
7 OUTB+ 34 HxCOMB
8 GND
CN24 / 35 GND
9 HxNCHGB CN26 36 GND
10 GND 37 HxCOMA
11 HxLATB 38 HxCOMA
12 GND 39 HxCOMA
13 HxCHB 40 GND
14 GND 1 +5V
15 HxNCHGA CN27 2 P-WID-SEN
16 GND 3 GND
17 HxLATA 1 +5V
CN19 / 18 GND CN28 2 KP-SEN
CN21 / 19 HxCHA 3 GND
CN23 / 20 GND 1 GND
21 OUTC+ 2 -
CN25 22 OUTC- CN29 3 LENCA1
23 GND 4 +5V
24 OUTD+ 5 LENCB1
25 OUTD- 1 +24V
26 GND 2 MARK1
27 +5V 3 GND
CN30
28 +5V 4 MARK2
29 GND 5 GND
30 GND 6 -
31 +42V CN31 1 +24V
32 GND 2 PAPER-CUT
33 HxCOMB
34 HxCOMB
35 HxCOMB
36 GND
37 GND
38 HxCOMA
39 HxCOMA
40 HxCOMA
1 GND
2 OUTA-
3 OUTA+
4 GND
5 OUTB-
6 OUTB+
7 GND
8 HxCHGB
9 GND
10 HxLATB
CN20 / 11 GND
12 HxCHB
CN22 /
13 GND
CN24 / 14 HxNCHGA
CN26 15 GND
16 HxLATA
17 GND
18 HxCHA
19 GND
20 OUTC+
21 OUTC-
22 GND
23 OUTD+
24 OUTD-
25 GND
26 +5V
27 +5V

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 2-1-10. Linear encoder PCB
This board, located on the back of the slider, reads the linear scale.

2-1-11. The KeyBoard PCB

A 16 character x 2 line LCD, an LED that indicates +5V supply and 11 tact switches are
mounted on the K/B PCB. It is connected to the main PCB via the K/B cable.

2-1-12. Ink Sensor PCB 1

The ink sensor PCB 1 is mounted on the Y-motor inside the right cover. It passes on signals
among the ink cartridge presence/absence sensors for ink cartridges, ink end sensor and main
PCB.

2-1-13. Ink Sensor PCB 2

Sensor PCB 2 is on the left-hand side plate ; it relays signals among the ink cartridge presence/
absence sensors for ink cartridges, the ink end sensors and the main PCB.

2-1-14. Take-up motor PCB

This board, located in the take-up device, drivers the motor by receiving the power from the
IO PCB. The forward or reverse rotation of the take-up motor can be selected using a switch.

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 2-2. Ink system

2-2-1. Definitions

Ink system
Ink system is the general term of a mechanism specific to ink-jet printing system for
protecting a nozzle against troubles such as clogging and recovering it if it should be in
trouble.
Head capping
Head capping is a mechanism for automatically capping the nozzle so as to prevent it
from drying. As long as the head is on the station in the right-hand side cover, it is capped.
Clogged nozzle
In such an event that a specific nozzle fails to discharge any ink because the ink in the
head has thickened or the nozzle itself has dried up, the nozzle called the “clogged nozzle.”
Deflection
A finished state of a drawing on which lines are not plotted straight since a specific nozzle
has failed to discharge ink straight on the paper because of the dust-accumulated or damaged
nozzle surface.
Satellite
Discharged ink is shot as main drops or satellite drops.
If satellite drops are contained in main drops, the ink shot may shift.
Head cleaning
Recovers normal ink discharge by removing bubbles in the head and foreign objects on
the head surface.
Wiping
Wipes the nozzle surface with wiper rubber surface to fix the condition of nozzle holes in
order to remove foreign objects or ink leakage on the nozzle surface.
Rubbing
Wipes the nozzle surface with wiper felt surface to remove foreign objects or solidified
ink on the nozzle surface.
Flashing
Make idling discharges of ink which may thicken at the point of the nozzle, for refreshment.

Ink suction
Absorbs ink from the nozzle using an ink absorption pump to discarge bubbles.

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 2-2-2. Brief explanation of the ink system

The ink system control mainly contains the following functions.

• Processing when turning the power on
• Processing when starting plotting
• Refreshing operation
• Standby operation
• Ink end monitoring
• Head cleaning operation
• Replacement of ink cartridge

Brief flow chart of the ink system control processing

Power to the device is turned on ..... Processing when turning the power on

The device waits for plotting data ..... In capping

Press on the relevant key ..... Cleaning operation

At predetermined intervals ..... Ink end monitoring

Start plotting ..... Processing when starting plotting

During plotting

At predetermined intervals ..... Refreshing operation

At predetermined intervals ..... Ink end monitoring

After a lapse of 3 seconds after ..... Standby operation

the completion of scanning

Power to the device is turned off ..... Parameters are saved on FROM

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 Processing when power is turned ON
If it is anticipated that the ink will have thickened while the power was OFF, and if there
is expected to be danger that the uncapped nozzle will be dry when the power is turned
ON, then cleaning action is executed to restore the ink ejection condition to what it was
originally.
While the power is OFF, the timer incorporated into the main unit is backed up by a
battery. After about 7 years this battery discharges to a voltage at which the timer can no
longer operate. Accordingly, the maximum measurable time during which the power is
OFF is 7 years.

Processing when plotting starts

Even if the nozzle has been capped, since the ink gradually thickens it is necessary to
measure the time during which the unit is on standby with the nozzle capped. When
plotting starts, either ink is ejected from all nozzles or all of the nozzles are cleaned, by an
amount corresponding to the measured standby time, to avoid defective ink ejection on
account of increased ink viscosity.

Refreshing operation
During plotting, only some of the nozzles discharge ink. To prevent nozzles that are at
rest from drying and ink from thickening, the head is moved onto the cap inside of the
station, at fixed intervals, and ink is ejected from all nozzles to maintain stable ink ejection.
The “refresh interval” and the number of times that ink is ejected can be varied by varying
the “refresh level” on a menu that is open to the user.

Standby state
To prevent the nozzle from drying, the head is automatically carried back to the station
unless the next scanning starts after three seconds have passed after the completion of the
last scanning.

Ink end monitoring

At fixed intervals a sensor monitors the ink level, and detects the following.
• Ink remains: Plotting is possible.
• Ink near end: Plotting is possible (ink cartridge replacement is recommended).
• Ink end: Plotting is not possible (plotting is suspended, and the system waits for ink
cartridge replacement).
• No ink cartridge: Plotting is not possible.

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 Head cleaning operation
A function that works to remove thickened ink or dust accumulated on the nozzle faces to
recover normal ink-discharge.
There are the following 3 methods.

Cleaning Cleaning Ink Cleaning

Remarks
method time consumption effect
Soft Short Small Small Can deal with minor problems such as failure
of ink jet.
Normal Normal Normal Normal Action is taken to clear a clogged nozzle.
Strong Long Large Large Action is taken to deal with major trouble that
cannot be taken care of by normal cleaning.

The menu that is open to the user offers 2 options, soft and normal.

Ink cartridge replacement

When an error occurs because ink has run out or an ink cartridge has not been installed,
the user should replace the ink cartridge, or if there is none, install one. In particular,
when ink has not yet passed through the head at all (when the plotter is shipped from the
factory), initial filling of ink is carried out so that ink will pass from the ink cartridge
through the tube to the head.

Miscellaneous
a) The cap inside the station must be kept at the proper humidity to prevent the nozzle
from drying out. For this reason, whenever the head is put into or taken out of the
station, ink is ejected to keep the nozzle moist. Conversely, if so much ink has been
ejected that the nozzle is too moist, ink is ejected from inside the cap to the waste ink
tank with the pump mechanism to keep the humidity at its optimum level.
b) This unit has a paper width sensor mechanism and a cutter mechanism in the head; the
paper width detection action and the paper cutting action make it necessary for the
head to move in and out of the station. The actions described in a) are necessary in this
case also.

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 2-2-3. Parameters related to the ink system

To control the ink system, the following two items of parameter groups are stored on the
Flash memory.
• Ink parameters 1 → Any change of ink parameters 1 is prohibited since they are used to
control the ink system.
• Ink parameters 2 → Any change of ink parameters 2 is prohibited since they are used
for experiments and evaluations in MIMAKI Development Division.

Ink parameters 1
Parameters to be used to control the ink system such as the parameters for the humidity
control inside the cap, etc. are saved on . Parameter values are updated and managed by
the firmware. They are saved when turning the power off.
If any of these parameter values should be changed, the ink system would be out of control.
They must not be changed from the factory-designated initial settings.

Ink parameters 2
Control constants used for the ink system processing are saved on. They must not be
changed since they are used by MIMAKI Development Division for experiments and
evaluations.

• When the main PCB has been replaced (meaning that the Flash memory has
been initialized), the following procedure must be followed to match ink
parameters 1, which control the ink system, to the actual situation.

1. All heads are cleaned once (soft cleaning is sufficient) → the indication of ink amount
inside the cap must be matched to the actual situation.
2. The number of times that wiping has taken place is set to the value before the
replacement. → ink parameters 1 No. 13, 14
3. The running meter parameter is set to its value before the replacement. → ink parameters
1 No. 11, 12, 16 to 22

• The ink system is controlled so that MIMAKI-brand ink be discharged in

stable condition. Operation with non-MIMAKI brand ink is not guaranteed.

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 2-3. Brief explanation of media size detection control

Detection of the front ends of a media → Detection by the paper width sensor
Detection of the right- and left-side edges of a media → Detection by paper width sensor

Brief flow chart of the media width detection processing

Edges of the media are detected through the use of the difference in lightness between the
media and the platen (cutter slit), based on which the paper width is calculated.

Start the detection.

Turn on the paper width sensor.

The sensor moves onto the media to ........ The sensor moves to the Y coordinate of the paper
permit the reading of the sensor sensor to ensure that the sensor reaches a position
value. → S on on which the media is placed.

The sensor moves out of the media to ........ The sensor moves to the Y coordinate at the
permit the reading of the sensor rightmost end of the platen to ensure that the sensor
value. → S off reaches a position on which the media is not placed.

Calculation of the edge detection ........ Calculation is made from “S on” and “S off.”
value (Standard value: 50%)

The rightmost edge of the media is

detected from the rightmost edge of
the device. → R edg

The leftmost edge of the media is

detected from the leftmost edge of the
media. → L edg

Calculation of the paper width ........ Calculation is made from “R edg” and “L edg.”

Turn off the paper width sensor.

The sensor travels to the Y coordinate ........ After the sensor travels to the Y coordinate, the
of the origin for plotting. device notifies the origin plotting of the current
position.

Head capping

Detection completes.

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 CHAPTER 3
TROUBLESHOOTING

It is necessary to isolate, to some extent, the function that is in trouble in prior to trouble-
shooting.
Troubles can be roughly classified into the following two groups.

1) Troubles only relating to the device

• The function in trouble can be determined through various tests.
2) Trouble relating to the connection with the host computer
• Disconnection of failed contact of the cables in terms of hardware
• In terms of software, the case where the user has changed computer parameters or has
sent wrong data by mistake.

Recovering procedures for troubles in general that are likely to arise independently on the
device will appear from the next page.

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 3-1. Troubles for which error messages are given on the LCD

General recovering procedures for troubles for which error messages are given on LCD
are as follows:

1) Segregation of causes of errors

Causes of errors are roughly classified into the following groups.
1) Handling errors on the system side
2) Defective conditions on the system side
3) Defective conditions on the interface cable
4) Plotter handling errors
5) Mechanical malfunctions in the plotter
6) Malfunctions in hardware of the plotter
7) Malfunctions in firmware of the plotter

2) Initial remedies
Track down the cause of a trouble to the system side or the plotter side referring to the
error message shown on the LCD.
1) Check whether you have changed connection conditions (time-out setting on the host
PC, etc.).
2) Check whether or not the trouble arises under specific circumstances.
3) Check whether or not the trouble is reproducible.

3) Failures on the plotter side

Take the following recovering procedure.
1) Replace the faulty component (sensor, etc.) with a new one or properly adjust it.
2) Update the firmware.
3) Replace PCBs.

4) If the error recurs even after correcting it in accordance with the specified recover-
ing procedures, return the device to the factory for repairs.

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 3-2. Error messages and corrective measures

3-2-1. Error messages for troubles for which error numbers are given on the LCD

Corrective measures and

Message Description
recovering procedures

ERROR01 MAIN ROM • The control ROM is in 1) Replace the main PCB with a
abnormal conditions. new one.

ERROR02 MAIN RAM • The control RAM is in

abnormal conditions.

ERROR03 POWER +35V • The +35V voltage is in 1) Replace the

abnormal conditions. the main PCB with a new one.

ERROR04 FLASH ROM • The Flash memory is in 1) Replace the main PCB with a
abnormal conditions. new one.

ERROR06 D-RAM • An error has occurred in the

D-RAM.

ERROR07 TEMP n • Abnormal temperature is 1) Has ink in the camper run out?
detected. 2) Replace the HDC PCB with a
new one.
3) Replace the head with a new
one.

ERROR08 Linear Encoder n • The Linear encoder is in 1) Replace the Linear encoder
abnormal conditions. with a new one.
2) Replace the main PCB with a
new one.

ERROR09 HDC • Configuration of PDC/IOC 1) Replace the main PCB with a

has not been successfully new one.
carried out. 2) Replace the HDC PCB with a
• Configuration of HDC has not new one.
been successfully carried out.

ERROR10 COMMAND • Command code other than 1) Check the data received
MRL has been received. through HEX dump.
2) If error occurs at 1394
a. Check Time out of the
transfer tool (RIP).
b. Replace the I/F connection
ERROR11 PARAMETER • Parameter that has not defined board with [E102154A] or
in MRL has been received. later.
c. Replace the 1394 board with
a new one.
d. Replace the main PCB with
a new one.

ERROR12 Ment Command • A command error for 1) It is not used in the field.
manufacture of has occurred .

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 Corrective measures and
Message Description
recovering procedures

ERROR20 I/F BOARD • A error occurred in 1) Replace the I/F PCB with a
communication between the new one.
main PCB and the interface 2) Replace the main PCB with a
board. new one.
3) Replace the I/F connection
board with a new one.

ERROR21 I/F NONE • The I/F board could not be 1) Is the I/F board mounted
recognized. correctly ?

ERROR23 HOST I/F • A time limit exceeded error 1) Is the cable loose?
occurred in communication 2) Has an error occurred on the
between the host computer host computer?
and the interface board. 3) Is the application being used
running normally?

ERROR24 I/F INITIAL • The I/F board is in abnormal 1) Replace the I/F PCBwith a
conditions. new one.
2) Replace the main PCB with a
new one.
3) Replace the main PCB with a
new one.

ERROR30 OPERATION • Improper operation has been 1) Indicate the improper

performed. operation.
2) Replace a key board.
3) Replace a main PCB.

ERROR34 DATA REMAIN • Operating condition is tried to 1) This tells that any of the
be changed when data that has operating conditions cannot be
not yet been plotted remains. changed if data that have
not been plotted remains.

ERROR40 MOTOR X • The X-axis motor has been 1) Replace X axis motor.
overloaded. 2) Replace a main PCB.

ERROR41 MOTOR Y • The Y-axis motor has been 1) Clean the main guide axis.
overloaded. 2) Replace Y axis motor.
• The brush of motor is in 3) Replace a main PCB.
abnormal conditions.

ERROR42 X CURRENT • Overcurrent error has arisen 1) Replace X axis motor.

on the X-axis motor 2) Replace a main PCB.

ERROR43 Y CURRENT • Overcurrent error has arisen 1) Replace Y axis motor.

on the Y-axis motor 2) Replace a main PCB.

ERROR45 CAPPING • The capping-control is in 1) Turn on the power.

abnormal conditions. 2) Replace a slider PCB.
3) Replace a cap sensor.
4) Replace a IO PCB.
5) Replace a station sensor.
6) Replace a station motor.

ERROR46 WIPER • The wiper-control is in 1) Turn on the power.

abnormal conditions. 2) Replace a wiper assy.
3) Replace IO PCB.
4) Replace a wiper sensor.
5) Replace a wiper motor.
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 Error message Cause Corrective measure

ERROR50 MEDIA SENSE • Media detection has not been 1) Make sure that there is no
successfully carried out. gap between platen F
(aluminum) and the edge
of the P cover F rubber. If
there is a gap, stick the
rubber appressed against
the platen. The gap may
be detected in mistake.
2) Make sure that platen
cover F is fixed securely
using the platen cover F
mounting screws (attached
on auxiliary side plates R
and L to prevent the cover
from protruding).
3) Check if the media right
edge is set at a position
15mm or more from the
rightmost edge of the
rightmost feed roller:R1
toward the station side or
not.
4) Cleaning or replace a
paper width sensor.
5) Replace a main FPC
cable.
6) Replace a slider PCB.
7) Replace a HDC-4Head
PCB.
8) Replace a main PCB.

• Y-axis origin detection has 1) Replace a Y axis motor.

ERROR51 Y ORIGIN 2) Replace a Y origin sensor.
not been successfully carried
3) Replace a IO PCB.
out.
4) Replace a main PCB.

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 3-2-2. Ink-related components and other components

Corrective measures and

Message Description
recovering procedures

<LOCAL> CARTRIDGE • The number of absent 1) Install the ink cartridge.

K ink cartridge is shown. 2) If the error recurs after the ink
cartridge has been installed.
Conduct sensor tests to find out the
cause of trouble.
Possible causes of the troubles are as
follows.
a) The cartridge presence/absence
sensor has failed.
b) Defective contact or disconnection
of relay cables.
c) Ink sensor PCB has failed.
d) Main PCB has failed.

<LOCAL> INK near END

• The number of the ink 1) Replace the ink cartridge with a new
cartridge in which the one.
K
ink has run short. 2) If the error recurs after the ink
cartridge has been replaced, conduct
sensor tests to find out a possible
cause of the trouble.
Possible causes of the troubles are as
follows:
a) The ink end sensor has failed.
b) Defective contact or disconnection
of relay cables.
c) Ink sensor PCB has failed.
d) The main PCB has failed.

• Ink has run out 1) Replace the ink cartridge with a new
<LOCAL> INK END one.
KC Y

<<LOCAL>> • The number of times 1) Replace the wiper.

REPLACE WIPER of use of the wiper has
been exceeded.

<<LOCAL>>
• The ID numbers of 1) Input the ID numbers of heads.
heads have not been
HEAD ID ?
inputed.

• The clamp lever has 1) Place media first, then lower the
<<LOCAL>> been lowered without clamp lever.
NO MEDIA media placed. 2) If the error occurs with media loaded
• If roll paper is being on the machine, conduct sensor tests
used, it indicates that to find out a possible cause of the
the media has run out. trouble.
Possible causes of the trouble are as
follows:
a) The sheet sensor has failed.
b) The IO PCB has failed.
c) The main PCB has failed.

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 Corrective measures and
Message Description
recovering procedures

• If the entire LCD 1) Confirm that the computer is sending

* * REMOTE * * display flashes in data.
REMOTE mode, it 2) Replace the I/F cable with a new one.
indicates that data have 3) Replace the 1394 PCB.
(flashing display) not been received for 4) Replace the main PCB.
30 seconds or more.

• If indicates that the 1) Replace the battery with a same type.

* * BATTERY * *
battery has run out.

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 3-3. Troubles for which error messages are not given on the LCD

3-3-1. The device will not be energized.

Problems The POWER indicator lamp on the operation panel will not light up even if
turning the power switch on.

Causes 1) The power cord has come off the receptacle.

An outlet is not available for the power supply.
2) The power unit has broken.
3) The main PCB has short-circuited to GND in +35V or +5V.
4) The HDC PCB has short-circuited to GND in +35V or +5V.
5) The key panel has broken, or the K/B cable has disconnected.

Checking procedure 1) Check the voltage at the receptacle using a tester.

2) Remove the DC cable and check the output voltage of the power supply
using a tester.
3) Check a resistance at +35V and +5V on the main PCB using a tester.
4) Remove all the cables to be connected to the main PCB and then turn on
the power. (See below.)
5) Check whether or not the LED on the main PCB is in the ON state.

Remedies 1) Securely insert the power cord into the receptacle.

2) Replace the power unit with a new one.
3) Replace the main PCB with a new one.
4) Replace the HDC PCB or the slider PCB with a new one.
5) Replace the key panel or the K/B cable with a new one.

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 3-3-2. The device fails to perform plotting

Problems The head operates, but the device fails to perform printing.

Causes 1) Nozzles on the head are clogged.

2) The main FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected.
The HDC FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected.
The head FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected.
3) The HDC PCB has broken.
4) The slider PCB has broken.
5) The main PCB has broken, or the head ID has not been properly specified.
6) Ink have not been filled up.
7) The pump assembly has broken.
8) The linear encoder sensor has broken.
9) The head has broken.

Checking procedure 1) Conduct cleaning to check whether or not ink is fed from the vinyl tube.
2) Check the connector or replace the cable with a new one.
3) Replace the HDC PCB with a new one.
4) Replace the slider PCB with a new one.
5) Replace the main PCB with a new one.
6) Refer to [3-3-9. Ink-filling cannot be performed]
7) Check the pump assembly.
8) Perform the encoder check test.
9) If the phenomenon recurs even after taking procedures (1) through (7),
replace the head with a new one.

Remedies 1) Conduct cleaning of the head, and fill up the ink.

2) If the FPC cable has disconnected, replace it with a new one.
If the FPC cable is in poor contact, securely insert the cable into the
connector.
3) Replace the HDC PCB with a new one.
4) Replace the slider PCB with a new one.
5) Replace the main PCB with a new one, or properly specify the head ID.
6) Refer to [3-3-9. Ink-filling cannot be performed]
7) Replace the pump assembly with a new one.
8) Replace the linear encoder sensor with a new one.
or adjust the sensor position.
9) Replace the head with a new one.

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 If none of the heads or nozzle rows discharges ink, check the following:

1. Check that the head ID is entered correctly.

2. If either nozzle row of the same head does not discharge ink, check the defective section by
exchanging the 21-wire FPC (connected to the head) within the same nozzle row (for example,
between CN9 and CN10).
• Do not exchange the FPC between rows A and B because of power short-
circuit.

3. If neither row A nor row B within the same head discharges ink, check the defective section by
shifting the 40-wire FPC (to be mounted on the slider PCB) pairwise (for example, shift the
cable of CN21 and CN22 to CN23 and CN24).

• Do not shift only one FPC because of power short-circuit.

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 3-3-3. Cutting failure

Problems The cutter goes up during paper cutting.

Causes 1) HDC FPC has disconnected.

Checking procedure 1) Check whether or not the phenomenon occurs at a specific position in
terms of the Y-direction.

Remedies 1) Replace the HDC FPC cable with a new one.

3-3-4. Faulty cutter

Problems The cutter remains in the lower position.

The cutter will not come down.

Causes 1) The cutter fails to go up/come down smoothly. (The cutter moves jerkily.)
2) The cutter height is not correct.
3) There is a short in the cutter drive circuit.

Checking procedure 1) Remove the head cover and check whether or not the cutter can be
smoothly lifted/lowered by hand.
2) Remove the head cover and fully lower the cutter by hand to check whether
or not the cutter comes in contact with any other component.
3) Check whether or not the cutter goes up when turning the power off or
detaching the connector from the slider PCB in the solenoid with the
cutter held lowered (abnormal state).

Remedies 1) Replace the cutter unit with a new one.

2) Adjust the height of the cutter assy.
3) Replace the HDC FPC, the HDC-4Head PCB, the main FPC, main PCB,
the slider PCB and cutter assy with a new one.

3-3-5. Fan motor

Problems The fan motor fails to turn.

The fan motor cannot be stopped running.

Causes 1) The fan motor assy. has disconnected.

2) Clip the fan motor assy cable in the platen cover to short-circuit the
fan motor.

Checking procedures 1-2) Visually comfirm the fam motor status.

([ACTION TEST - FAN MOTOR])

Remedies 1) Replace the fan motor assy. with a new one.

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 3-3-6. Abnormal nozzle discharge

Problems When checking the nozzle, the nozzle at the enter of the head does not
discharge. The head on the R side does not discharge.
The edge of the nozzle does not discharge.

Causes 1) The amount of wiper contact is large/small.

2) The wiper on the R side does not contact.
3) The capping position with respect to the head is not normal.

Checking procedure 1-2) Make visual check of the amount of wiper contact.
3) Perform the check test / the capping position.
(Refer to [6-6-2. Adjustment of the station position.])

Remedies 1) Adjust the amount of wiper contact.

2) Upglade the F/W.
(A failure may occur with F/W1.30 or earlier. )
If the wiper position on the F side is normal, the head on the R side does
not contact, and the wiper BKT is slanted, bend the wiper BKT so that
the amount of wiper contact be the same for wipers on the F and R sides.
3) Perform the adjustment of the station position.

3-3-7. Board medium feeding failure

Problems Skew occurs.

The printing surface of the board makes contact with the head.

Causes 1) The amount of warp of the board is more than 1mm.

The board have an irregular sarface on the back.
2) The head height is not correct.

Checking procedure 1-2) Visually confirm the media and the head status.

Remedies 1) Use the board not having warp.

2) Adjust the height of the head.
For media with irregular surface, increase the head height.
When using a board with a length of 300mm or longer or a nonelastic
board, use a bench before or after the machine. (Refer to JV4 series
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 3-3-8. Abnormal ink discharge

Problems Vertical lines during plotting, square spots, or ink discharged out of range

Causes 1) The head FPC cable is in poor contact.

2) The connector of head has bloken. (Metal corrosion)

Checking procedure 1) Disconnect the FPC cable and then check the contact surface visually.

Remedies 1) Replace the head FPC cable with a new one.

2) Replace the head with a new one.

3-3-9. Ink-filling cannot be performed

Problems Ink-filling cannot be performed.

Abnormal ink cleaning.

Causes 1) There are some gaps for capping.

2) The pump motor has broken.
3) The IO PCB has broken.
4) The main PCB has broken.

Checking procedure 1) Visually confirm the ink-filling status.

2)-4) Check whether or not the pump motor is running.

Remedies 1) Height adjustment for the station and position adjustment for capping.
2) Replace the pump motor with a new one.
3) Replace the IO PCB with a new one.
4) Replace the main PCB with a new one.

3-3-10. Abnormal wiper operation

Problems The wiper does not work.(Neither the F nor R side works.)

Causes 1) Loose screw. (turning screw)

Checking procedure 1) Visually confirm the wiper status.

Remedies 1) Fasten the screw.

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 3-4. Plotting failure

3-4-1. Print is not sharp

Problems A line has been omitted from the print. (specified color)
A stripe in the scanning direction is partially printed with widened.
Characters printed by a specific nozzle are displaced.

Causes 1) Nozzles on the head have clogged.

Failure of ink jet is generated.
2) The pump fails to turn.
3) The head ID is not set correctly.
4) The wiper is not cleaned.
The amount of wiper contact is large/small.
5) The cap position is not set correctly.
6) Paper fragment or other dust is present on the head path above the
curl stopper.

Checking procedure 1) Print the nozzle check to check the printed result.
2) Perform cleaning to confirm that the pump is rotating and that ink is
being ejected.
3) Check the head ID.
4-6) Visually confirm the wiper.

Remedies 1) Clean the head. If cleaning is executed several times and the system still
is not restored to correct operating condition, fill with ink for up to a
maximum of 3 times. If the system is still not restored to correct operating
condition, replace the head.
2) Replace the pump motor and pump unit, or adjust capping
3) Set the head ID.
4) Adjust the wiper.
5) Adjust the capping position.
6) Remove the dust.

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 3-4-2. Abnormal print

Problems Abnormal print is produced outside the paper.

Causes 1) The main FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected.

The HDC FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected.
The head FPC cable is in poor contact or has disconnected.
2) The linear encoder has not read correctly.
3) Paper width sensor PCB assembly has broken.
4) The slider PCB has broken, or the HDC PCB has broken.
5) The main PCB has broken.
6) The head has broken.

Checking procedure 1) Check the connector or replace the cable with a new one.
2) Perform the encoder check.
3) Check, through the paper sensor test, whether or not any abnormal value
has been specified.
4) Try to replace the slider PCB with a new one.
Try to replace the HDC PCB with a new one.
5) Try to replace the main PCB with a new one.
6) If the phenomenon recurs even after taking procedures (2) through (5),
replace the head wtih a new one.

Remedies 1) If the FPC cable has disconnected, replace it with a new one.
If the FPC cable is in poor contact, securely insert the cable into the
connector.
2) Replace the linear encoder sensor with a new one, or adjust the position.
3) Replace the paper width sensor PCB assembly with a new one.
4) Replace the slider PCB with a new one.
Replace the HDC PCB with a new one.
5) Replace the main PCB with a new one.
6) Replace the head with a new one.

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 3-4-3. Color of print is pale.

Problems Color of print is pale.

Color of print differs from device to device.

Causes 1) The head ID has not been properly specified.

2) A media other than exclusive media is used.
3) The temperature sensor is not read correctly.

Checking procedure 1) Check the head ID stuck on the head and the ID within #ADJUSTMENT.
Remedies 2) Use the dedicated media and ink.
3) In temperature check for #TEST, check that the Ta1 to Ta6 display (** )
can be read out with stabilized room temperature.

Remedies 1) If the head ID is not correct, enter a correct value.

If the head ID has been changed, check the Y offset again.
2) Except for pure Y, M, C, K, Lm, Lc, O or G, some difference in colors
between machines cannot be avoided.
3) Replace the slider PCB or the HDC PCB with a new one.

3-4-4. Plotted drawing is out of position

Problems The plotted drawing is out of position.

Causes 1) Dust has gathered or scratches are made on the linear scale, causing the
linear encoder to make a detecting error.

Checking procedures 1) Check the linear scale for dust, stains and scratches.
Is the linear encoder mounted on the correct position ?
Perform encoder check for #TEST.

Remedies 1) Lightly wipe the surface of the linear scale (excepting the rear face) with
a cloth dampened with alcohol.
Wipe the linear encoder with a cotton dampened with alcohol.
Replace the linear scale with a new one.
Adjust the linear encoder PCB assy position, or replace the linear encoder
PCB assy with a new one.

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 3-4-5. Plotted dots or lines are dirty.

Problems Plotted dots or lines are dirty.

Causes 1) The head height is not adjusted correctly.

2) The head ID is not set correctly.
3) Head/cap positional relations get shifted.
4) Wiper is not cleaned.
5) The media is not a dedicated paper. / The ink is not a dedicated ink.
6) Head (nozzle) failure.

Checking procedures 1) a. Isn’t a satellite being generated?

b. Isn’t a failure of jet being generated?
c. Aren’t notches inside a single head being generated in the vertical
line?
2) Check the head ID stuck on the head and the ID within #ADJUSTMENT.
3) Is the ink securely being drained out when executing the cleaning
actuation?
4) Visually confirm the ink-filling status.
5) Aren’t there any stains and whiskers due to the fibers of paper?

Remedies 1) Adjust the height of the head.

2) Enter the correct head ID.
3) Adjust the capping.
4) Clean the interior of capping station and the end face of wiper.
5) Use the dedicated media and ink.
6) Conduct the cleaning actuation.
• Perform the intensive cleaning with the “Select cleaning” inside the
adjust.
• Perform the ink-filling with the “Select cleaning” inside the mainte-
nance.
Replace the head if the failure can not be restored with the said remedies.

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 3-4-6. Stripes are always drawn at the time of scanning

Problems Black or white stripes are always drawn at the time of scanning.

Causes 1) The value of [MEDIA COMP.] is not correct.

When the media is changed, perform SETUP and [MEDIA COMP.]
to set values which suit the media.
2) A medium that is heavier than the specification is placed. (For the case
where black stripes appear)
3) Thickker media is used. However, the settings for light-weight medium
remain.
4) The value of MEDIA CORRECTION is not correct.
When the media is changed, perform [SETUP - MEDIA COMP]
to set values which suit the media.

Checking procedures 1) Perform SETUP and [MEDIA COMP.] to check that the value of
[MEDIA COMP.] is correct.
2) Medium weight measurement (medium of which weight is 10kg or less
is recommended)
3) Check whether or not the distance compensation matches the medium
used.

Remedies 1) Same as 1) [ 3-4-6. Medium feeding failure.]

2) Use a medium of which weight is 10kg or less.
3) Set the correction value.

Priority setting Media correction value used

Panel Media correction value set by the user at the time of media correction.
Host Correction value specified by command.

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 3-4-7. Black and White Stripes on Reverse Sides

Problems Black and white stripes on reverse sides.

Different amount of paper feed between sides.
Distinctive gradation or other panting along the scan direction.

Causes 1) Inbalance media setting.

2) Media set with slacks.
3) Plotting on glossy media with 360dpi, 2pass.

Checking procedures 1) Visually confirm the medium setting

2) Check wheter the difference between the left and right sides varies
when using the roll paper.
3) Check the medium used and the setting to plot.

Remedies 1) Reset the medium.

2) Set the media using the roll stopper to take up the slack.
3) Change the output condition which suits the media.
Check media correction to set a correct values.

3-4-8. Dark and Light Images Occur at Each Scan

Problems Dark and light images occur at each scan.

Causes 1) Slanted head.

2) Gap between heads on the R and F sides or overlapped heads.
3) Check wheter the ink shot size is obtained according to the resolution.

Checking procedures 1) Adjust the dot slant with [SLANT ADJUST] to 10µm or less for each
color.
2) Adjust the dot position with [R/F HEAD ADJUST] to 140µm+-10µm
or less for each color.
3) In case of plotting with 720 dpi, perform test using MIMAKI-brand media,
Glossy White PET(SPC-0111), and MIMAKI-brand colorant ink.
Check that the dot size is 70 to 80µm for the V2 type.

Remedies 1-2) Adjust the head.

3) If panting is canceled, the accuracy of the device is assumed to be normal.
Change the plot mode to [STANDARD] or [FINE].With 360 x 360dpi,
change the 2pass mode to the 4pass mode; with 360 x 540dpi, change the
3pass mode to the 6pass mode.

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 3-4-9. Stripes occur

Problems Stripes (wind repples) occur at each scan.

Causes 1) The head is too high. ( The gap is too large.)

Checking procedures 1) Lower the head and then make plotting.

Remedies 1) If panting is canceled, the accuracy of the device is assumed to be normal.

Change the plot mode to [STANDARD] or [FINE].With 360 x 360dpi,
change the 2pass mode to the 4pass mode; with 360 x 540dpi, change the
3pass mode to the 6pass mode.

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MAINTENANCE MODE

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 4-1. Maintenance items

The maintenance mode has been prepared for the operations to be conducted for adjustment
at the time of delivery of product and for adjustment in maintenance works. This mode is not
released to general users.
Under the maintenance mode, “#Adjustment” items, “#Test” items and “#Parameter” items
are included in functions.
#ADJUST
PRINTadjust2 .................................... Corrects the dot shot timing of each head.
HEAD ADJUST ............................... Adjusts the position displacement mechanically for each head.
WASH ................................................ Head is cleaned.
SELECT CLEANING ...................... Various cleanings are performed.
REPLACE COUNTER ..................... The number of times of replacing ink cartridges is confirmed.
DEFAULT SET ................................ Various parameters are reset to the value at the time of delivery
from the factory.
INK SETUP ....................................... Changes the ink type mounted.
CAPPING .......................................... Capping position is adjusted.
HEAD ID .......................................... The ID for each head is entered.
ADJUST EDGE ................................. Right and left dead space sizes are adjusted.
500mm SQUARE .............................. Range accuracy is adjuted.
SET QUALITY .................................. Sets the operation mode for plot quality.
MEDIA COMP2 ................................ Corrects the amount of media feed.
#TEST
CHECK PATTERN .......................... Nozzle check/density pattern is plotted.
PARAMETER DRAW ..................... Plots the contents of the flash memory.
ALL PATTERN ................................. Collectively plots the adjustment condition check pattern for head or dot
position.
X SERVO ......................................... X-motor aging is carried out.
Y SERVO ......................................... Y-motor aging is carried out.
XY SERVO ....................................... XY-motor aging is carried out.
ACTION TEST ................................. Performance of the wiper, cutter and winding motor is checked.
SENSOR TEST ................................. Performance of various sensors is checked.
PAPER SENSOR .............................. Read-out value of the paper width sensor is checked.
KEYBOARD ..................................... The state of the keyboard is checked.
DISPLAY TEST ............................... Displays various display items in succession.
LCD TEST ........................................ Check the LCD display condition.
PUMP MOTOR ................................ Performance of the pump motor is checked.
TIMER CHECK ............................... Performance of the timer under the power-off state is checked.
MEMORY CHECK .......................... Memory check is carried out.
SKEW CHECK .................................. Check the amount of paper shift.
TEMP CHECK .................................. Check the temperature around the head.
ENCODER CHECK .......................... Check the Linear Scale and Linear Sensor if they perform correctly.
#PARAMETER
SYSTEM PRM ................................. Specifies a system parameter.
INK PARAMETER1 ........................ This is not used in the field.
INK PARAMETER2 ........................ This is not used in the field.
MENT PARAMETER ...................... This is not used in the field.
SERVO PARAMETER .................... This is not used in the field.
ADJUST PARAMETER ................... This is not used in the field.
INFO PARAMETER ......................... This is not used in the field.

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 4-2. Entering into the maintenance mode

The maintenance mode is entitled in two different methods.

4-2-1. Entering into the maintenance mode when actuating the plotter

This section explains how to enter into the maintenance mode when turning on the power to
the plotter. The maintenance mode is closed by re-turning the power on.

< Method 1 >

FUNCTION
1) BOOT + Turn the power on. When the firmware
REMOTE/LOCAL version number is shown on the LCD, press
the REMOTE/LOCAL key while pressing the
FUNCTION key.

v∗.∗∗
• If simultaneously pressing the
FUNCTION key and REMOTE/LOCAL
key, the plotter may enter into the
firmware updating mode (see “4-6.
Updating the firmware”).

2) MEDIA SELECT Select the detection of media using the key,

ROLL < > LEAF key or key.

3) << LOCAL >>

After the detection of media, the plotter will
∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ mm enter the LOCAL mode.

4) FUNCTION Press the FUNCTION key in repetition, and the

SET UP < ENT > maintenance items will appear on the LCD.
The item name attached with a number sign (#)
FUNCTION
are the maintenance items.
MAINTENANCE < ENT >

FUNCTION
DISPLAY < ENT >

•
•
•

FUNCTION
# ADJUST < ENT >

FUNCTION
# TEST < ENT >

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 4-2-2. Entering into the maintenance mode by system parameters

It is possible to keep the maintenance mode held released at all times by changing the value
for the system parameter No. 62 (SUPPORT).

• Upon completion of maintenance works, set the value for the system parameter
No. 62 (SUPPORT) to “0(zero)” or “1” to close the maintenance mode.

< Method 1 >

1) + Turn the power on. When the firmware

BOOT ENTER
or version number is shown on the LCD, simulta-
+ neously press the key and the
ENTER key.
v ∗ .∗ ∗
Or, simultaneously press the key and
key.

#SYSTEM PARAMETER
0 =0 COMP. X

2) #SYSTEM PARAMETER Press the key or key to call up “No.

62 = 0 SUPPORT 62 SUPPORT” on the screen.

3) Press the ENTER key to enter the input

#SYSTEM PARAMETER
62 = 0 0 mode.

4) Press the key or key to input “2” or

#SYSTEM PARAMETER “3”.
62 = 0 2
0, 1: Maintenance mode is disabled.
2: Maintenance mode is enabled.
3: Maintenance mode is enabled and the
indications on the LCD are all given in
English.

5) #SYSTEM PARAMETER
Press the ENTER key to store the entered
62 = 2 SUPPORT value.
After completion of the initial operation, this re-
leases the maintenance mode.

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 4-3. Menu of #ADJUST

4-3-1. PRINTadjust2
This function is used to adjust the relative dot positions between heads after the nozzle BKT
has been replaced.

[Function]
Corrects the dot shot timing between heads into the X and Y directions based on black of the
REAR row.
Correction items and units entered are shown below.

X PRINT Y SINGLE Y REPEAT Y BI-D

between heads colors 1 - 2 0.1 dot units 0.1 dot units none
colors 1 - 3 1 dot units 0.1 dot units 0.1 dot units none
colors 1 - 4 0.1 dot units 0.1 dot units none
colors 1 - 5 1 dot units 0.1 dot units 0.1 dot units none
colors 1 - 6 0.1 dot units 0.1 dot units none
colors 1 - 1 none none none 0.1 dot units

When this operation is executed, the adjustment values of the “PRINTadjust” which is open
to the user become the initial values. This is so that the adjustment values obtained with this
function can be used as a base to which the user correction values can be added to obtain the
actual dot position correction values.
The correction values are stored under the adijut parameters.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the “ADJUSTMENT.”

# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) #ADJUST Select the “PRN.adjust2” pressing the

PRN. adjust 2 < ENT > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

#PRN. adjust2
3) SEL. : Variable-1 Select the item to be corrected using the
or key.
#PRN. adjust2
Press the ENTER key.
SEL. : Variable-2

#PRN. adjust2 • “ADJUST: TEST DRAW” only

SEL. : Normal-1 plots the test pattern that is used to
#PRN. adjust2 check the adjustments. There is no
SEL. : Noramal-2 place to enter correction values.
• If “ADJUST: FINE” is selected,
#PRN. adjust2
SEL. : X DIRECTION
refer to the section “If FINE has
been selected” below.
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 4) #PRN. adjust2 Select the item to be corrected using the
Adjust : Y Si. or key.
Start plotting with the ENTER key.
#PRN. adjust2
Adjust : Y Re.
To enter the correction value without performing
plotting, press the key.
#PRN. adjust2 When the key is pressed, jogging can be
Adjust : Y Bi.
performed using the , , and
#PRN. adjust2 keys. Store the origin with the ENTER key
Adjust : TSTprint. and start plotting.

#PRN. adjust2 • “ADJUST: TEST DRAW” only

Adjust : FINE. plots the test pattern that is used to
check the adjustments. There is no
place to enter correction values.
• If “ADJUST: FINE” is selected,
refer to the section “If FINE has
been selected” below.
• Enter such a value tha the right and
left protrusions of the plotted pattern
agree with each otehr.

5) #ADJUST When plotting has been completed, correction

Y Si. 1 - 2 : 0.0 value input mode is entered.
Input the values using the and keys.
Then press ENTER key to enter the values.
In the follow way, enter the correction values for
between heads 1 and 2, between heads 1 and 3,
between heads 1 and 4, between heads 1 and 5,
and between heads 1 and 6.

6) Then, enter the following correction items in

#ADJUST
Y Si. 1 - 2 : 0.0 the same manner.
• Y SINGLE
• Y REPEAT
• Y BI-D

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 If “X DIRECTION” has been selected )

• Be sure to perform this item upon completion of media correction.

1) #PRN. adjust2 Press the ENTER key to start plotting.

SEL. : X DIRECTION To enter the correction value without performing
plotting, press the key.

#PRN. adjust2
2) When plotting has been completed, correction
X DIR : 0-0
value input mode is entered.
Input the correction value using the or
key.
Enter the correction value with the ENTER
key.
In the same way, enter the correction values for
between heads 1 and 3 and between heads 1 and 5.

• Enter such a value tha the right and

left protrusions of the plotted pattern
agree with each otehr, 4 or less.

If “BASIS SET” has been selected )

BASIS SET is a function which sets correction values for Variable-1, Normal-1, and Normal-
2 based on the correction value for Variable-2.

• Prior to BASIS SET, it is necessary to match correction values Y Si, Y Re, and Y
Bi for Variable-2.
• After BASIS SET, the correction values for Variable-1, Normal-1, and Normal-2
can be fine-adjusted using FINE.

1) #PRN. adjust2 Select the “BASIS SET”.

SEL. : BASIS SET

2) #PRN. adjust2 Press the ENTER key to make automatic

BASIS SET : ent internal setup of correction values for other
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 If “FINE” has been selected )

”FINE” is used to check, or perform fine adjustment of, the X PRINT, Y SINGLE, Y REPEAT,
and Y BI-D correction values. Accordingly, perform the “FINE” after the X PRINT, Y
SINGLE, Y REPEAT, and Y BI-D corrections have been performed.

• [FINE] is used for dot position fine adjustment and [FINE: FINAL] is used for dot
position check. [FINE: FINAL] cannot be used for adjustment.
• Adjust the shot so that the pattern (Y SINGLE, Y REPEAT) for dot position
correction [FINE] totally be as uniform as possible.

[ Example of Y SINGLE, Y REPEAT, and Y BI-D adjustment ]

K+M+Lc M+Lc K+Lc K+M Head5 Head3 Head1

4 scan
3 scan
2 scan
1 scan
Head6 Head4 Head2

• Make adjustment so that other lines be

overlapped with the HEAD1 (Black) line as
closely as possible. However, the most important Head2 Head1
is overlapping of HEAD1 and HEAD2, HEAD3
and HEAD4, and HEAD5 and HEAD6.
• Adjust the correction value so that dot shift at When the dot position viewed from the scope is as
shown above, enter a positive value as the correction
left, right, and center positionsa totally be as
value for HEAD1 and HEAD2.
uniform as possible. (Do not adjust it by noticing
only one point.)

For V2 and N2, change of the correction value of 1.0 results in a shift of about 35µm. For V1
and N1, it results in a shift of about 70µm. When using a scope, note that vertical and horizontal
inversions occur.

With Y BI-DIRECTIONAL / FINE, the above pattern is plotted only in black.

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 Sample plotting of [FINE: FINAL]

In-coming Y in-coming travel,

travel plot X direction

Vertical line;
Y going-and-coming travel

Out-going Y out-going travel

travel plot X direction

Paper feed direction

1) #PRN. adjust2 Select the “Adjust : FINE”.

Adjust : FINE Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the adjustment item using the or

#PRN. adjust2
FINE : Y Si.
key.
Press the ENTER key.
#PRN. adjust2
FINE : Y Re.

#PRN. adjust2
FINE : Y Bi.

#PRN. adjust2
FINE : FINAL

3) #PRN. adjust2
Select the color to plot.
COLOR : KMC Move the cursor using the or key and
then select the plot color.
Select whether the selected color is plotted or not
using the or key.

4) #PRN. adjust2 Start plotting with the ENTER key.

FINE : Y Si. (Plot length: about 50mm; plot width; paper
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 If “Y Single” has been selected )
Input the correction value for the Y out-going
#PRN. adjust2 travel using the or key.
Y Si. 1-2 : 0.0
Enter the correction values between heads 1 and
2, between heads 1 and 3, between heads 1 and 4,
between heads 1 and 5, and between colors 1 and
6.

If “Y Repeat” has been selected )

#PRN. adjust2 Input the correction value for the Y in-coming
Y Re. 1-2 : 0.0 travel using the or key.
Enter the correction values between heads 1 and
2, between heads 1 and 3, between heads 1 and 4,
between heads 1 and 5, and between colors 1 and
6.

If “Y Bi-D” has been selected )

Input the correction value for the Y going-and-
#PRN. adjust2 coming travel using the or key.
Y Bi. 1-1 : 0.0 Enter the correction value between heads 1 and
1.

If “FINAL” has been selected )

Enter the correction value with the
#PRN. adjust2
ENTER key.
FINAL. 1-3 :
X PRINT : Heads 1-3, 1-5
Y SINGLE : Heads 1-2, 1-3, 1-4, 1-5, 1-6
Y REPEAT : Heads 1-2, 1-3, 1-4, 1-5, 1-6
Y BI-D : Heads 1-1
Usually, processing is completed by plotting a
pattern for checking adjustment result for each
item.

When you press the ENTER key, enter the

correction value of above items.
Press the key to exit from the
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 4-3-2. HEAD ADJUST

[Function]
Plots a pattern for mechanical adjustment of position shift of each head.
(Refer to [6-2-6. Adjustment of the head] P.6-12)

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION
Select the ADJUSTMENT.
# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Press the FUNCTION key to select the “HEAD

# ADJUST
ADJUST”
HEAD ADJUST < ent >
Press the ENTER key.

3) Select the adjustment item using the or

#HEAD ADJUST key.
SLANT adjust < ent >

#HEAD ADJUST
R/F HEAD adj < ent >

#HEAD ADJUST
HEAD U/D adj < ent >

If “SLANT adjust” has been selected )

1) Select the head (REAR / FRONT) using the
#HEAD ADJUST
SELECT : REAR or key.
Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the print-type (720, 4pass / 360, 2pass)

#HEAD ADJUST
using the or key.
TYPE : 720 4pass
Press the or key to change the position
(only X position) to plot.

3) Press the ENTER key to start drawing.

#HEAD ADJUST
PRINT START : ent

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 If “R/F HEAD adjust” has been selected )
#HEAD ADJUST
Move the cursor using the or key to
SELECT : KMc select the color.
Display the selected color using the or
key.
Press the ENTER key.

Press the or key to change the position

(only X position) to plot.
#HEAD ADJUST
PRINT START : ent Press the ENTER key to start drawing.

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 4-3-3. HEAD WASH

[Function]
The ink that has been filled is ejected, and the tube, damper and head are cleaned with a
washing fluid. This process is normally carried out prior to shipment from the factory

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the ADJUSTMENT.

# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Press the FUNCTION key to select the “

# ADJUST
WASH < ent >
WASH.”
Press the ENTER key.

3) WASH Select the target head using the or

SELECT : ALL
key.
WASH Specify the target head using the ENTER

SELECT : FRONT key.

WASH
SELECT : REAR

4) Detach the ink cartridge from the head

WASHING
selected.
REMOVE CARTRIDGE
The ink that has been filled is ejected to the waste
ink tank.

5) When the display shown at left appears, set the

WASHING
cleaning tool.
SET CLEAN TOOL
Cleaning fluid is suctioned up.

6) When the display shown at left appears,

WASHING remove the cleaning tool.
REMOVE TOOL
Suck in air.

7) WASHING When the display shown at left appears, set the

SET CLEAN TOOL cleaning tool.
Cleaning fluid is suctioned up.

8) When the display shown at left appears,

WASHING
REMOVE TOOL remove the cleaning tool.
The waste ink tank discharges the cleaning fluid
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 9) WASHING Select whether cleaning is to be continued.
END < > CONTINUE To end cleaning, press the key.

10) WASHING When the display shown at left appears, set the
SET TRANS TOOL cleaning tool.
Suck in the transportation fluid.

11) WASHING
When the display shown at left appears,
REMOVE TOOL remove the cleaning tool.
The waste ink tank discharges the transportation
fluid sucked.

12) When all steps have been completed, the

# ADJUST
WASH < ent > display shown at left returns.

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 4-3-4. SELECT CLEANING

[Function]
Specified cleaning is performed.

Overview of cleaning operation

Cleaning mode
Cleaning operation
soft normal strong
Rubbing X X O
Main suction X O O
Micro-suction O O O
Idle suction O O O

* Micro-suction and idle suction include the wiping operation.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the ADJUSTMENT.

# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Press the FUNCTION key to select the

# ADJUST
“SELECT CLEANING.”
SELcleaning < ent >
Press the ENTER key.

3) Select the target head using the or

# SELCleaning
SELECT : ALL
key.
Specify the target head using ENTER key.
# SELCleaning
SELECT : REAR

# SELCleaning
SELECT : FRONT

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 4) # SELCleaning Select the cleaning type using the or
TYPE : normal key.

# SELCleaning
TYPE : strong

# SELCleaning
TYPE : soft

5) Press the ENTER key.

CLEANING ACTIVE
Now, start the cleaning.
∗∗∗∗∗∗

6) Upon completion of the cleaning, the indication

# ADJUST given in step of procedure 2) will be restored
SELcleaning < ent >
on.

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 4-3-5. REPLACE COUNTER

[Function]
Number of ink cartridge replacements, number of scanning, draw area and using time are
confirmed.
The number of times the ink cartridge has been replaced is incremented whenever the ink
cartridge is removed.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the ADJUSTMENT.

# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “REPLACE COUNTER” pressing

# ADJUST
REPLACE CNT < ent > the FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # REPLACE CNT
CARTRIDGE < ent >

# REPLACE CNT
SCAN COUNT < ent >

# REPLACE CNT
DRAW AREA < ent >

# REPLACE CNT
USE TIME < ent >

If “CARTRIDGE” has been selected )

When you press the or key, the
# REPLACE CNT
number of replacements is displayed for each
color 1 : ∗
ink cartridge.
Press the ENTER key to exit from the
function.

If “SCAN COUNT” has been selected )

When you press the or key, the
# REPLACE CNT
Pig : ∗ number of scans is displayed for each ink
cartridge.
Press the ENTER key to exit from the
function.

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 If “DRAW AREA” has been selected )
When you press the or key, the
# REPLACE CNT
Pig : ∗ m2
plotting area is displayed for each ink
cartridge.
Press the ENTER key to exit from the
function.

If “USE TIME” has been selected )

# REPLACE CNT
TIME : ∗h Display the operating time.
Press the ENTER key to exit from the
function..

• The display value is the value accumulated since the power is turned on for the
first time. Select [INK PARAMETER] in [4-3-6. Default set] to perform
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 4-3-6. DEFAULT SET

[Function]
Parameter settings are reset to initial values.

When the “Set parameter” is under execution, the following situation takes place.
• The setting items (the drawing method, the number of ink layers etc.) are reset to the
initial values.
• “PRINTadjust2” that is released to the users is reset to the initial value.
• System parameter No.62 Adjusting function extension =0 (Adjusting function: CLOSE)
• DISPLAY

[Operation]

1) Select the ADJUSTMENT.

FUNCTION
# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # ADJUST Select the “DEFAULT SET” pressing the

DEFAULT SET < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # DEFAULT SET Select the parameter using the or key.

SET : SETUP PRM

# DEFAULT SET
SET : INK PRM. 1

# DEFAULT SET
SET : INK PRM. 2

# DEFAULT SET
SET : MAINTE PRM

# DEFAULT SET
SET : SERVO PRM

# DEFAULT SET
SET : ADJUST PRM

# DEFAULT SET
SET : INFO PRM

4) Press the ENTER key, and the parameter

# DEFAULT SET
settings are reset to the initial values.
SET : SETUP PRM

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 4-3-7. CAPPING

[Function]
Capping position is adjusted. (Refer to [6-2-2. Adjustment of the station position] P.6-4)
The adjustment value is stored under the system parameter No. 4 to No.8.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the ADJUSTMENT.

# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # ADJUST Select the “CAPPING” pressing the

CAPPING < ent >
FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) HEAD height LOW? Check the head height.

NO < > YES If it is low, select YES; otherwise, select NO.
• Do not select YES if the head height
is not high. Doing so may disable
correct value display when checking
the head height.
4) # CAPPING Adjust the bottom position using the or
LOWER POS. =∗∗∗ key.
Press the ENTER key.

5) Adjust the Cap position using the or

# CAPPING
CAP POS. =∗.∗ key.
Press the ENTER key.

6) Adjust the Cap height using the or

# CAPPING
key.
CAP HEIGHT =∗.∗
Press the ENTER key.

7) Adjust the Wiper position using the or

# CAPPING
key.
WIPER POS. =∗.∗
Press the ENTER key.

8) # CAPPING Adjust the Wiper height using the or

WIPER height =∗.∗ key.
When you press the ENTER key, the setting
is registered and Capping executed.
9) Press the key to exit from the
function.

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 4-3-8. INK SETUP

[Function]
Changes the ink type mounted.

• Use this function only when the selected ink type is different from the mounted
ink type, for example, after PCB replacement. Note that selecting a different ink
type from the mounted ink type may cause failed plotting.

[Operation]

1) Select the ADJUSTMENT.

FUNCTION
# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # ADJUST Select the “INK SETUP” pressing the

INK SETUP < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # INK SETUP Adjust the ink type using the or key.

P : Pigcm F : Pigcm Adjust the Rear / Front using the or
key.
# INK SETUP
P : PigOG F : Pigcm

# INK SETUP
P : Dye F : Pigcm

# INK SETUP
P : Sub F : Pigcm

# INK SETUP
P : Pigcm F : PigOG

# INK SETUP
P : Pigcm F : Dye

# INK SETUP
P : Pigcm F : Sub

4) Upon completion of Rear/Front Ink type

# ADJUST setting, press the ENTER key.
INK SETUP < ent >

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 4-3-9. HEAD ID

[Function]
The setting value is issued in the maintenance list at the time of maintenance release.
Enter the ID numbers of heads 1 to 6. The input values are stored under system parameters
No. 1 to 6.
The ID numbers are sealed and stuck on each print head.

[Operation]
1) FUNCTION Select the ADJUSTMENT, and then press the
# ADJUST < ENT > ENTER key.

2) # ADJUST Select the “HEAD ID”, and then press the

HEAD ID < ent > ENTER key.

3) # INPUT HEAD ∗ .1 Press the ENTER key again, and thenthe

∗∗∗∗∗∗∗ ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗ ID number can be entered.
Use the and keys to move left or right.
# INPUT HEAD ∗ .2
∗ ∗∗∗∗∗ ∗∗∗∗∗∗∗ Use the and keys to enter the number.
Press the ENTER key to finalize the number.
# INPUT HEAD ∗ .3
∗∗∗∗∗ When the key is pressed, the value
returns to what it was before the change.

4) After the ID numbers of heads 1 to 6 have been

entered, press the key.
The values that were input are stored under system
parameters, and this operation ends.

• Incorrect entry in step 3) results in an error when the ENTER key is pressed.
Since the entry remains intact, modify the number and then normally terminate the
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 4-3-10. ADJUST EDGE

[Function]
Size of the dead spaces on the left and right of the medium is adjusted.
Adjustment should be done to be printed on each right and left position from the both edge of
the Media.
JV4-130/160 : Left edge 5mm, Right edge 5mm
JV4-180 : Left edge 5mm, Right edge 25mm
The adjustment value will be stored under system parameter No. 3 and 2. (Left edge of the
paper = No.3, right edge of the paper = No.2)

• Because the adjustment pattern plots the drawing while detecting the medium width,
the medium of no plotting should be used during the adjustment. If the medium
which has been plotted should be used, the correct adjustment becomes unavailable
any longer.

Medium
feeding
direction

Paper

L = 5 mm R = 5 mm (JV4-130 / 160)
R = 25 mm (JV4-180)

• In this adjustment, the actual measured value is entered, but the value found from the
following formula is stored under the system parameter.
Adjustment value of the left end = 5mm - Actual measured value (mm)
(stored in increments of 0.1mm)
Adjustment value of the right end = 5mm - Actual measured value (mm)
(stored in increments of 0.1mm) : JV4-130/160
Adjustment value of the right end = 25mm - Actual measured value (mm)
(stored in increments of 0.1mm) : JV4-180
[Operation]
1) Select the ADJUSTMENT.
FUNCTION
# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “ADJUST EDGE ” pressing the

# ADJUST
ADJUST EDGE < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

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 3) # ADJUST EDGE Plot the adjusting pattern using the key.
CLEAR < > DRAW Clear the adjustment value using the key.
Press the or key to enter a correction
value without performing plotting.
After the completion of plotting, enter a correction
value.

4) # ADJUST EDGE Enter the measured value of the dead space in

L = 10.0 R = 10.0 units of 0.1 mm, using the or key.

Press the ENTER key to store the entered

value.

5) # ADJUST The indication given in the step of procedure

CLEAR < > DRAW 3) will be restored on the LCD.
Press the key to exit from the “EDGE
ADJUST.”
To clear the adjustment value, press the key.
To draw an adjusting pattern, press the key.

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 4-3-11. 500mmSQUARE

[Function]
Range accuracy is adjusted.
The adjustment value in the Y-direction shall be applied to the detected mediun width.
The dimension of the Y-direction for the drawing itself will not be changed.
The adjustment values are stored under the system parameters No. 0 and 1. (X-direction =
No. 0, Y-direction = No. 1)

500mm

500mm
Medium
Flashing b
feeding
direction

a
a'

• The measured value in the Y direction becomes the b position when the distance a –
a’ in the above diagram is taken to be 500 mm.
• In this adjustment, the actual measurement is entered, but the value found from the
following formula is stored under the system parameter.
Adjustment value = 500 mm – Actual measurement (mm) (stored in units of 0.1 mm)

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the ADJUSTMENT.

# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “500mmSQUARE” pressing the

# ADJUST
FUNCTION key.
500mmSQUARE < ent >
Press the ENTER key.

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 3) # 500mm SQUARE Plot the adjusting pattern using the key.
CLEAR < > DRAW Clear the adjustment value using the key.
Press the or key to enter a correction
value without performing plotting.
After the completion of plotting, enter a correction
value.

4) # 500mm SQUARE Enter the measured value for the X and Y

X= 500.0 Y= 500.0 directions using the or key.

Press the ENTER key to store the entered

value.

5) # 500mm SQUARE The indication given in the step of procedure

CLEAR < > DRAW 3) will be restored on the LCD.
Press the key to exit from the
“500mm SQUARE.”
To clear the adjustment value, press the key.
To draw an adjusting pattern, press the key.

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 4-3-12. SET QUALITY

[Function]
Sets the operation mode of the user-defined PRINT MODE-QUALITY.The setting values
are stored under the maintenance parameters No. 74 and 79.
The settting value is issued in the maintenance list at the time of maintenance release.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the ADJUSTMENT..

# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # ADJUST Select the “SET QUALITY” pressing the

SET QUALITY < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # SET QUALITY Select the resolution using the or

DPI : 360 X 360 key, and then press the ENTER key.
DPI: 360 x 360, 360 x 540, 360 x 720, 720 x 720,
1440 x 720, 1440 x 1440

4) # SET QUALITY
Select the quality using the or key,
QUALITY : STD and then press the ENTER key.
QUALITY: Standard, Fine, Highspeed

5) # SET QUALITY Select the number of divisions using the

PASS : 2pass or key, and then press the ENTER
key.
PASS: 2pass, 3pass, 4pass, 6pass, 8pass, 12pass,
16pass, 32pass

• Some items cannot be selected

depending on the resolution.

6) Select the high-speed scan (on/off) using the

# SET QUALITY
High SPEED : ON or key, and then press the
ENTER key.

• Some items cannot be selected

depending on the resolution and the
number of divisions.

7) Press the ENTER key to exit from the

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 4-3-13. MEDIA COMP2

[Function]
Corrects the amount of media feed at the time of plotting.
The correcting values are stored under the system parameters No. 20.

• Make this adjustment only if a problem occurs when the media is normally set and
the folowing pattern is plotted using a combination of MIMAKI-brand Grossy White
PET(SPC-0111)and MIMAKI-brand colorant ink.
Reason : This adjustment changes the reference value for media correction. With this
change, the four types of [SET UP - MEDIA COMP.] for the user are all changed and
therefore the user needs re-adjustment.

The image shown at left is an

image when the circled section
above is observed with a scope.

Good sample Bad sample

Make adjustment so that
the 2-pass dots are shot
between 1-pass dots.

- adjustment + adjustment

* Since only the feed direction (X direction) is adjusted, the hatched dot pattern may not
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 [Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the ADJUSTMENT.

# ADJUST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # ADJUST Select the “MEDIA COMP2” pressing the

MEDIA COMP2 < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.
Press the key to enter correction value
without performing plotting.

3) # MEDIA COMP2 Press the ENTER key to start plotting.

PRINT START : ent Press the key to interrupt the
operation.Select the DPI using the or
key.

4) Input the correction value the or

# MEDIA COMP2 key.
Adj. = ∗ ∗ ∗ Press the ENTER key to store the entered
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 4-4. #TEST items

4-4-1. CHECK PATTERN

[Function]
Plots the following patterns with the selected plotting mode to check the machine status.
a. Density pattern..................... Patterns are drawn for the density of 100%, 50%, 25%, and
6.25% (Colors can be selected.)
b. Nozzle check ....................... A nozzle checking pattern is drawn (Colors can be selected.)
c. Color chart ........................... K, C, M, Y, Lm (or O) and Lc (or G) color patterns are
drawn (fixed color).
d. Feed ..................................... Checks the amount of feed with 1-head 1-nozzle
configuration. (Colors can be selected.)

[Operation]

1) Select the “TEST.”

FUNCTION Press the ENTER key.
# TEST < ENT >
2) Select the “CHECK PATTERN” pressing the
# TEST FUNCTION key.
CHK PATTERN < ent > Press the ENTER key.

3) Select a pattern using the and keys.

# CHK PATTERN Pattern : 100%
PATTERN : 100%
50%
25%
6.25%
NOZZLE
COLOR
FEED

• If two or more colors are selected, a density pattern is drawn while mixing the se-
lected colors. Note that, however, nozzle checking patterns are respectively plotted
for the selected colors.
• When necessary items have been specified for each pattern and the device is ready
for plotting, you can set the plot position, the head to be used, and the number of
scans before pressing the ENTER key.

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 a. Plotting a density pattern

1) # CHK PATTERN Select the density pattern using the or

PATTERN : 100% key and press the ENTER key.
Pattern : 100%, 50%, 25%, 6.25%

2) # CHK PATTERN Select the resolution using the or key

DPI : 360X360-N1 and press the ENTER key.
Resolution : 360 x 360- N1, 360 x 360- V1
360 x 540- N1, 360 x 540- V1
720 x 720- N2, 720 x 720- V2
1440 x 1440 -V2, 180 x 180- N1

3) # CHK PATTERN Select the drawing way using the or

PLOT : UNI–D 2 pass key and press the ENTER key.
Drawing way : BI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pass
UNI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pass
• Some items cannot be selected
depending on the resolution.

4) # CHK PATTERN Select the plotting length in the XandY-

X = 10 Y=∗∗∗∗∗ direction using the or key and press
the ENTER key.
Length setting: 10 mm to the sheet length (in
increments of 10 mm)

5) Select the ink type used for plotting using the

# CHK PATTERN
INK TYPE : Pigcm
or key and press the ENTER key.
( Select several)

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 6) # CHK PATTERN Select the color used for plotting.
COLOR : KCMY – – Shift the cursor using the or key to select
the color to be used.
Press the or key to select wheter the
color is drawned or not.

Press the ENTER key to finalize the

number.

7) At this time it is now ready for the drawing.

# CHK PATTERN
PATTERN : PLOT Press the ENTER key to start drawing.
When the device is ready for plotting, the
followings can be setted.
: shift the origin.
REMOTE/LOCAL : select the head used and the
high-speed scan.
Plotting can be aborted by pressing the
key.

8) After the completion of the plotting, press the

key in repetition to return the
layers of screens one by one to permit the
conditions to be changed.

b. Plotting a nozzle checking pattern

1) # CHK PATTERN
Select “NOZZLE” using the or key
PATTERN : NOZZLE and press the ENTER key.

2) # CHK PATTERN Select the resolution using the or key

DPI : 360X360-N1 and press the ENTER key.
Resolution : 360 x 360- N1, 360 x 360- V1
360 x 520- N1, 360 x 520- V1
720 x 720- N2, 720 x 720- V2
1440 x 1440 -V2, 180 x 180- N1

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 3) # CHK PATTERN Select the print mode using the or
PLOT : UNI–D 2 pass key and press the ENTER key.
Drawing way : BI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pass
UNI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pas
• Some items cannot be selected
depending on the resolution.

4) # CHK PATTERN Select the plotting length in the XandY-

X = 10 Y=∗∗∗∗∗ direction using the or key and press
the ENTER key.
Length setting in X-direction
: 10 mm to the sheet length (in increments of 10 mm)
Length setting in Y-direction
: 40 mm to the sheet length (in increments of 40 mm)

5) # CHK PATTERN Select the color used for plotting.

COLOR : KCMY cm Shift the cursor using the or key to select
the color to be used.
# CHK PATTERN
Press the or key tto select wheter the
INK TYPE : Pigcm
( Select several) color is drawned or not.

Press the ENTER key to finalize the

number.

6) # CHK PATTERN At this time it is now ready for the drawing.

PATTERN : PLOT Press the ENTER key to start drawing.
When the device is ready for plotting, the
followings can be setted.
: shift the origin.
REMOTE/LOCAL : select the head used and the
high-speed scan.
Plotting can be aborted by pressing the
key.

7) After the completion of the plotting, press the

key in repetition to return the
layers of screens one by one to permit the
conditions to be changed.

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 c. Plotting a color chart pattern

1) # CHK PATTERN Select color chart using the or key

PATTERN : COLOR and press the ENTER key.

2) # CHK PATTERN
Select the resolution using the or key
DPI : 360X360-N1 and press the ENTER key.
Resolution : 360 x 360- N1, 360 x 360- V1
360 x 540- N1, 360 x 540- V1
720 x 720- N2, 720 x 720- V2
1440 x 1440 -V2, 180 x 180- N1

3) # CHK PATTERN
Select the print mode using the or
PLOT : BI–D 1 pass key and press the ENTER key.
Drawing way : BI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pass
UNI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pass
• Some items cannot be selected
depending on the resolution.

4) Select the density using the or key

# CHK PATTERN
DENSITY : 100% and press the ENTER key.
Density : ALL, 100%, 50%, 25%
At this time it is now ready for the drawing.

5) # CHK PATTERN At this time it is now ready for the

PATTERN : PLOT drawing.Press the ENTER key to start
drawing.
When the device is ready for plotting, the
followings can be setted.
: shift the origin.
REMOTE/LOCAL : select the head used and the
high-speed scan.
Plotting can be aborted by pressing the
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 6) After the completion of the plotting, press the
key in repetition to return the
layers of screens one by one to permit the
conditions to be changed.

d. Plotting a feed pattern

1) Select “FEED” using the or key and
# CHK PATTERN
PATTERN : FEED press the ENTER key.

2) # CHK PATTERN
Select the resolution using the or key
DPI : 360X360-N1 and press the ENTER key.
Resolution : 360 x 360- N1, 360 x 360- V1
360 x 540-N1, 360 x 540-V1
720 x 720- N2, 720 x 720- V2
1440 x 1440 -V2, 180 x 180- N1

3) # CHK PATTERN Select the print mode using the or

PLOT : UNI–D 1 pass key and press the ENTER key.
Drawing way : BI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pass
UNI-D 1,2,3,4,6,8,12,16,32 pass
• Some items cannot be selected
depending on the resolution.

4) Select the interval in the Y-direction using the

# CHK PATTERN
BETWEEN : ∗ ∗ ∗ dot or key and press the ENTER key.

Length setting: 16 dot to 512 dot

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 5) # CHK PATTERN Select the plotting length in the X and Y-
X = 10 Y=∗∗∗∗ direction using the or key and press
the ENTER key.

Length setting: 10mm to the sheet width

(in increments of 10mm steps)

6) # CHK PATTERN Select the color to plot.

COLOR : KCMY cm Shift the cursor using the or key to select
the color to be used.
# CHK PATTERN Press the or key ttto select wheter the
INK TYPE : Pigcm
color is drawned or not.
( Select several)

7) # CHK PATTERN At this time it is now ready for the

PATTERN : PLOT drawing.Press the ENTER key to start
drawing.
When the device is ready for plotting, the
followings can be setted.
: shift the origin.
REMOTE/LOCAL : select the head used and the
high-speed scan.
Plotting can be aborted by pressing the
key.

8) After the completion of the plotting, press the

key in repetition to return the
layers of screens one by one to permit the
conditions to be changed.

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 4-4-2. PARAMETER DRAW

[Function]
Setting state of parameters is plotted.

[Operation]

1) Select the TEST.

FUNCTION
# TEST < ENT >
Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST
Select the “PARAMETER DRAW” pressing
PARAM. DRAW < ent > the FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # PARAM. DRAW Select the plot parameter using the or

DRAW : SYSTEM PRM key.
System parameter
Ink parameter 1
Ink parameter 2
Maintenance parameter
Servo parameter
Adjustment parameter
Information parameter

4) Press the ENTER key to start plotting.

HEAD ID is issued in the maintenance list at the time of maintenance release.

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 4-4-3. ALL PATTERN

[Function]
Collectively plots the following adjustment result.
• HEAD ADJUST , SLANT adjust , R/F HEADadjust , HEAD U/ Dadjsut
• PARAMETERadjust2 , FAIN , FAINAL , TEST DRAW

[Operation]

1) Select the TEST.

FUNCTION
# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST Select the “ALL PATTERN” pressing the

ALL PATTERN < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # ALL PATTERN Press the ENTER key to start plotting.

PRINT START : ent

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 4-4-4. X SERVO

[Function]
Continuous outward/inward travel is executed in terms of the X-direction for the purpose of
durability test.
This test can be executed without placing a media on the plotter.

• Execute the test with speed, acceleration and traveling amount set to the initial val-
ues. If they are excessively increased, the plotter can break.
• Note that executing this function with ink filled may cause ink leakage from the head.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST Select the “X SERVO” pressing the

X SERVO < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # X SERVO Press the ENTER key twice without

X: S=∗∗∗ A = ∗ .∗ ∗ changing the set value.
Now, the screen changes over to permit the setting
of a traveling amount in the X-direction.

4) # X SERVO
Press the ENTER key without changing the
X=∗∗∗ set value.
The aging in the X-direction starts.

5) Press the key to interrupt the

# TEST
operation.
X SERVO < ent >

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 4-4-5. Y SERVO

[Function]
Continuous outward/inward travel is executed in terms of the Y-direction for the purpose of
durability test.
This test can be executed without placing a media on the plotter.

• Execute the test with speed, acceleration and traveling amount set to the initial val-
ues. If they are excessively increased, the plotter can break.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION
Select the TEST.
# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “Y SERVO” pressing the

# TEST
Y SERVO < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # Y SERVO Press the ENTER key twice without

Y: S=∗∗∗ A=∗.∗∗ changing the set value.
Now, the screen changes over to permit the setting
of a traveling amount in the Y-direction.

4) Press the ENTER key without changing the

# Y SERVO
Y=∗∗∗∗ set value.
The aging in the Y-direction starts.

5) # TEST Press the key to interrupt the

Y SERVO < ent >
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 4-4-6. XY SERVO

[Function]
Continuous outward/inward travel is executed in terms of the X- and Y-direction for the
purpose of durability test.
This test can be executed without placing a media on the plotter.

• Execute the test with speed, acceleration and traveling amount set to the initial val-
ues. If they are excessively increased, the plotter can break.
• In this test, X-axis and Y-axis will not operate simultaneously. And, as for the X-
axis, movement will be only in the paper feed direction rather than reciprocating.

[Operation]
1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.
# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST
Select the “XY SERVO” pressing the
XY SERVO < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

# XY SERVO
3) The screen changes over to permit the setting
X : S = :∗ ∗ ∗ A=∗. ∗∗
of speed and acceleration in the X-direction.
Press the ENTER key twice without chang-
ing the set value.

4) # XY SERVO The screen changes over to permit the setting

Y: S=∗∗∗ A=∗.∗∗
of speed and acceleration in the Y-direction.
Press the ENTER key twice without chang-
ing the set value.

5) # XY SERVO The screen changes over to permit the setting

X=∗∗∗ Y=∗∗∗∗
of a traveling amount in the X-direction.
Press the ENTER key without changing the
set value.
The aging in the X- and Y-direction starts.

6) Press the key to exit from the

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 4-4-7. ACTION TEST

[Function]
Performance of the following units is checked.
• Rotation of fan motor (LOW/MID/HIGH/L.L./Poff)
• Up/down operation of Y-cutter (UP/DOWN)
• Turning ON/OFF roll motor.
• Turning ON/OFF cooling fan.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “ACTION TEST” pressing the

# TEST
ACTION TEST < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) Select the action item using the ENTER key.

# ACTION TEST
FAN MOTOR : LOW

# ACTION TEST
Y CUTTER : DOWN

# ACTION TEST
COOLING FAN : OFF

# ACTION TEST
ROLL MOTOR : OFF

4) Execute the action using the or key.

5) Press the key to exit from the

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 4-4-8. SENSOR TEST

[Function]
The state of the following sensors are checked.
• Medium setting lever sensor • Rear paper presence/absence sensor
• Y-origin sensor • Capping sensor
• Station sensor • Wiper sensor
• Front cover sensorrear • X-origin sensor
• Ink pack sensor • Ink end sensor

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “SENSOR TEST” pressing the

# TEST
FUNCTION key.
SENSOR TEST < ent >
Press the ENTER key.

3) # SENSOR TEST The state of the media setting lever is shown

SET LEVER : OFF on the LCD.
ON: Lever is in its lower position.
OFF: Lever is in its upper position.

4) Press the key.

# SENSOR TEST
The state of the rear paper sensor is shown on
REAR PAPER : OFF
the LCD.
ON: Medium is present.
OFF: Medium is absent.

5) Press the key.

# SENSOR TEST
Y-ORIGIN : OFF
The state of the Y-origin sensor is shown on
the LCD.
ON: Origin has been detected.
OFF: Origin has not been detected.

6) Press the key.

# SENSOR TEST
CAPPING : OFF The state of the capping sensor is shown on
the LCD.
ON: The capping has been opened.
OFF: The capping has not been closed.

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 7) # SENSOR TEST Press the key.
STATION : OFF The state of the station cover sensor is shown
on the LCD.
ON: The station cover has been opened.
OFF: The station cover has not been closed.

8) # SENSOR TEST Press the key.

WIPER : OFF The state of the wiping sensor is shown on the
LCD.
ON: Wiper FAR
OFF: Wiper NEAR

9) # SENSOR TEST Press the key.

FRONT COVER : OFF The state of the front cover sensor is shown on
the LCD.
ON: The front cover has been opened.
OFF: The front cover has not been closed.

10) Press the key.

# SENSOR TEST
X-ORIGIN : OFF
The state of the X-origin sensor is shown on
the LCD.
ON: Origin has been detected.
OFF: Origin has not been detected.

11) Press the key.

# INK PACK TEST
Current status of ink pack sensor is displayed.
The color codes of the cartridges that have run
out of ink are appear.

12) Press the key.

# INK END TEST
Current status of ink end sensor is displayed.
The color codes of the cartridges that have run
out of ink are appear.

Press the key in repetition to return the layers

of screens one by one.

13) Press the key to exit from the

function.
Press the ENTER key to start the initial
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 4-4-9. PAPER SENSOR

[Function]
Reading by the paper width sensor is given on the LCD.
This test can be executed without placing a media on the plotter.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “PAPER SENSOR” pressing the

#TEST
FUNCTION key.
PAPER sensor < ent >
Press the ENTER key.

# PAPER sensor
3) Reading by the paper sensor is given on the
∗∗∗ ( ∗∗∗, ∗∗∗ )
LCD.

• Regarding the use of the paper width sensor,

refer to “2-3. Brief explanation of media size
detection control.”

The head can be moved to a desired position using

the or key.
The number at the left end indicates the readout
value of the sensor.
• No media : About -600
• Clear film : About -400
• White media : 0 to 100

4) Press the key to exit from the

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 4-4-10. KEYBOARD TEST

[Function]
The key pressed is shown on the LCD.

[Operation ]

1) FUNCTION
Select the TEST.
# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST Select the “KEYBOARD” pressing the

KEYBOARD < ent >
FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # KEYBOARD TEST Press the keys on the operation panel to check

Key – – > NONE that the name of the key shown on the LCD
matches the name of the key pressed.
# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ REMOTE ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ FUNCTION ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ TESTDRAW ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ CLEANING ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ ENTER ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ CLEAR ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ LEFT ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ RIGHT ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ UP ]

# KEYBOARD TEST
Key – – > [ DOWN ]

4) # TEST Press the key to exit from the

[ END ] – – > TEST END function.

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 4-4-11. DISPLAY TEST

[Function]
Displays various display items in succession.

[Operation ]

1) Select the TEST.

FUNCTION
# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST Select the “DISPLAY TEST” pressing the

DISPLAY test < ent > FUNCTION key.

3) # DISPLAY test
Press the ENTER key.
<< LOCAL >> Display test is started.
Press the or key to change the display
# DISPLAY test
item.
mm
Press the or key to change the display
# DISPLAY test JPN language.
< REMOTE >

# DISPLAY test JPN

# DISPLAY test USA

# DISPLAY test GER

# DISPLAY test FRA

# DISPLAY test SOA

# DISPLAY test ITA

# DISPLAY test POR

Key – – > [ UP ]

4) Press the key to exit from the

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 4-4-12. LCD TEST

[Function]
Indication shown on the LCD is changed over at predetermined intervals

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “LCD TEST” pressing the

# TEST
FUNCTION key.
LCD TEST < ent >

3) ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! Press the ENTER key.

! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! ! This causes the device to start to indicate test
patterns on the LCD.
""""""""""""""""
Displays items at specific intervals.
""""""""""""""""

4) Press the key to exit from the

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 4-4-13. PUMP MOTOR

[Function]
Performance of the pump motor is checked.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT >
Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST Select the “PUMP MOTOR” pressing the

PUMP MOTOR < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) # PUMP MOTOR Move the cursor using the or key,

PUMP : 1 234 select the target pump
Press the or key to set the selected pump
to ON or OFF.
Press the ENTER key.

4) # PUMP MOTOR Select the direction of drive steps using the

Dir : FORWARD or key.
Press the ENTER key.
# PUMP MOTOR
Dir : REVERSE

5) # PUMP MOTOR
Select the number of drive steps (500-16300,
STEP cnt : CONTINUE CONTINUE) using the or key.
Press the ENTER key.
# PUMP MOTOR
STEP cnt : 16300

6) Select the driving speed using the or

# PUMP MOTOR
STEP. pps : 2035 key.
Press the ENTER key.

# PUMP MOTOR
7) The pump motor starts running.
RUNNING
After the pump motor performance is checked,
the head selection can be made.
If you select the “CONTINUE”, press the
ENTER key to exit from the function.

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 4-4-14. TIMER CHECK

[Function]
Checks the present date and time.
This test is used for the evaluation of the build-in battery.
The built-in timer is backed up by a lithium battery. This battery discharges to a voltage level
which cannot maintain normal timer operation in about 7 years.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “TIMER CHECK” pressing the

# TEST
FUNCTION key.
TIMMERcheck < ent >

3) Press the ENTER key.

#TIMMERcheck Displays the present date and time.
DATE = ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ . ∗ ∗ .∗ ∗ Press the ENTER key to shift to the date
setup mode.

4) The present date and time is shown on the LCD

#TIMMERcheck using the or key.
TIME = ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ . ∗ ∗ .∗ ∗

5) Press the key to exit from the

function.

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 4-4-15. MEMORY CHECK

[Function]
Checking of the following memories is executed.
a. SDRAM read/write check b. F-ROM hash check
c. S-RAM read/write chec d. I/F board S-RAM read/write check

• If an error occurs during any of the memory checks, it becomes impossible for the
memory check action to continue. Turn the power OFF and then back ON.

[Operation]

1) Select the TEST.

FUNCTION
# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the “MEMORY CHECK” pressing the

# TEST FUNCTION key.
MEMORY check < ent >
Press the ENTER key.

3) Select the item to be checked using the or

# MEMORY check
CHECK : SDRAM key.
Press the ENTER key, and the check menu
# MEMORY check for memories will be invoked.
CHECK : F–ROM

# MEMORY check
CHECK : S–RAM

# MEMORY check
CHECK : I/F S–RAM

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 a. SDRAM check
1) # MEMORY check
The indication “SDRAM” is shown on the
CHECK : SDRAM LCD.
Press the ENTER key.

2) Use the and keys to set the waiting

# MEMORY check
time after data have been written in until the
WAIT TIME : OFF
read-in check is performed .
OFF : With WAIT time
ON : Without WAIT time

3) # MEMORY check When the ENTER key is pressed, the check

CNT : 1 SDRAM starts.

# MEMORY check The number of checks are shown on the LCD.

E h’ ac 400000 (M) (Single check takes about 10 minutes.)

When an error arises, the error address will appear

on the LCD. At this time, if the key or the
# MEMORY check
key is pressed, read/write data and number
E R: ∗∗h W: ∗∗h of checks until error occurrence will be displayed.

4) Press the key to terminate the

# MEMORY check
COUNT = ∗∗∗ SDRAM checking.

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 b. F-ROM check

1) # MEMORY check The indication “F-ROM” is shown on the LCD.

CHECK : F-ROM

2) Press the ENTER key. The plotter starts

# MEMORY check
CNT : 1 F-ROM
checking.
The number of checks is shown on the LCD.
# MEMORY check
E h’ ac 400000 (M)
When an error arises, the error message will
appear on the LCD and the checking will be
aborted.

3) Press the key to terminate the

F-ROM checking.

c. S-RAM check

1) # MEMORY check The indication “S-RAM” is shown on the LCD.

CHECK : S-RAM

2) Press the ENTER key. The plotter starts

# MEMORY check
CNT : 1 S-RAM checking.
The number of checks is shown on the LCD.

# MEMORY check
When an error arises, the error address and read/
E 0000000 ∗∗ : ∗∗ write datawill appear on the LCD and the checking
will be aborted.

3) To terminate the S-RAM checking, turn the

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 d. I/F S-RAM check

1) # MEMORY check The indication “I/F S-RAM” is shown on the

CHECK : I/ F S-RAM LCD.

2) # MEMORY check Press the ENTER key. The plotter starts

CNT : 1 I FRAM checking.
(Single check takes about 2 minutes.)
# MEMORY check
E00000000 ∗∗ :∗∗
When an error arises, the error address and read/
write datawill appear on the LCD and the checking
will be aborted.

3) Press the key to terminate the

I/F S-RAM checking.

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 4-4-16. SKEW CHECK

[Function]
Checks the amount of paper shift caused by paper feed.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST
Select the “SKEW CHECK” pressing the
SKEW CHECK < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key

3) # SKEW CHECK Enter the value to feed the paper using the
FEED :∗. ∗∗m or key.

4) Press the ENTER key.

# SKEW CHECK
∗ ∗ FEED ∗. ∗∗m ∗∗ Press the key to exit from the
function.

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 4-4-17. TEMP CHECK

[Function]
Displays the temperature around the head.

[Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.

# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST
Select the “TEMP CHECK” pressing the
TEMP CHECK < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key

3) # TEMP CHECK Displays the temerature around the head.

Ta 1 = ∗ ∗ ∗ ο ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Select the head using the or key to
display the temperature around each head.
# TEMP CHECK
• Temperature around the head and the entered
Ta 2 = ∗ ∗ ∗ ο ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗
value to change AD.
# TEMP CHECK Ta1 to Ta6 : H1, H2, ......,H6
Ta 3 = ∗ ∗ ∗ ο ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ • Temperature of the nozzle and forward voltage
drop of diodes.
# TEMP CHECK Tj1A, Tj1B to Tj6B : H1A, H2B, ......,H6B
Ta 4 = ∗ ∗ ∗ ο ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

•
•
•

# TEMP CHECK
T j 1A = ∗ ∗ ∗ ο ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

# TEMP CHECK
T j 1B = ∗ ∗ ∗ ο ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗

•
•
•

4) Press the key to exit from the

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 4-4-18. ENCODER CHECK

[Function]
Check linear sensor or linear encoder scale.
Based on capping position, indicate value of linear encoder and Y motor encoder when it’s
moved an optional position that was specified.

[Operation]
1) FUNCTION Select the TEST.
# TEST < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) # TEST Select the “ENCODER CHECK” pressing the

ENCODER < ent > FUNCTION key.
Press the ENTER key.

3) #ENCODER Indicate the max movement distance that

DIST . : ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗ mm carriage is moved.

4) Input the movement distance of carriage using

#ENCODER
or key.
DIST . : ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗ mm
The value that is able to set up is decided 100mm
to max movement distance (100mm step)

5) Press the ENTER key

#ENCODER
With F/W 1.60 or later, the carriage shuttles the
M ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗ E ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗
set distance 3 times and the linear encoder value
and Y motor encoder value are read.
If the difference between the values before and
after movement to the linear encoder exceeds ±3,
an error results and check is completed.

Indicate the following values when carriage was

returned to capping position.

[value that is moved a specified distance]

– [value of capping position before movement]
M : value of Y motor encoder ( µm)
E : value of linear encoder (mm)

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 Return to Process No. 3 when press the
key.
It is normal if value of Y motor encoder and value
of linear encoder is indicated approximate.
There are appearance of dispersion of linear scale
and 2mm to 3mm gaps by stretching, though it
isn’t unusual.
If [500mm SQUARE] is not adjusted, patteern
shift becomes larger.

6) # TEST Press the key. Indicate the calculation as

Mc 0 .0 Ec 0 .0 follows.
[value of capping position after movement]
– [value of capping position before movement]
Mc : value of Y motor encoder (mm)
Ec : value of linear encoder (mm)
It is normal if a difference of capping position
before and after that is moved is zero.

Press the FUNCTION key to display the

#ENCODER
M s ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗ E s ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗
following values:
• Capping position value before movement
#ENCODER (resolution)
M m ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗ E m ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗ Ms : value of Y motor encoder (5µm)
Es : value of linear encoder (720dpi)
#ENCODER
• Capping position value after movement over
M r ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗ E r ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗. ∗
the specified distance (resolution)
Mn : value of Y motor encoder (5µm)
En : value of linear encoder (720dpi)
• Capping position value after movement
(resolution)
Mr : value of Y motor encoder (5µm)
Er : value of linear encoder (720dpi)

Return to process 5) when press the key.

Return to process 3) when press the
key.
When press the key after the
above operation, this test has ended.

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 4-5. #PARAMATER items

4-5-1. SYSTEM PARAMETER

[Function]
System parameter values are changed.

[System parameters list]

No. Indication Set value Description Remarks

0 COMP.X 0 Mechanical correction X Adjustment of range

(in increments of 0.1 mm 500 mm – actual measured value) accuracy
If the system parameter
1 COMP.Y 44 Mechanical correction Y value is incrased:
(in increments of 0.1 mm 500 mm – actual measured value) Length of a pattern
plotted will be increased.

2 R GRIP 0 Adjustment of dead space on the right-hand side of the paper Adjustment value for
(in increments of 0.1 mm 25mm - actual measured value) edge adjustment
If the system parameter
3 L GRIP 0 Adjustment of dead space on the left-hand side of the paper value is increased:
(in increments of 0.1 mm 5mm - actual measured value) Dead space will be
reduced.

4 CAPpodY 20 Adjustment of capping Y position (in increments of 0.1 mm) Adjustment value for
capping position
5 CAPposZ 0 Adjustment of capping Z position (in increments of 0.1 mm)

6 WIPposY 0 Adjustment of wiping Y position (in increments of 0.1 mm) Adjustment value for
wiping position
7 WIPposZ 35 Adjustment of wiping Z position (in increments of 0.1 mm)

8 STlower 0 (in increments of 1 step)

9 CUTposi 0 Adjustment X of the medium cutting position Adjustment value in the

(in increments of 0.1 mm) X-direction when cutting
If the system parameter
value is increased:
Remaining portion of the
paper after cutting will
become larger.

10 EDGE LV 50 Medium edge detection level (Unit: %) Edge detection level

when the medium width
is detected

11 H12dist 252 Distance between head 1/nozzle row A and head 2/nozzle row A

12 H13dist 640 Distance between head 1/nozzle row A and head 2/nozzle row A

13 H35dist 640 Distance between head 1/nozzle row A and head 2/nozzle row A

14 H57dist 640 Distance between head 1/nozzle row A and head 2/nozzle row A

15 H24dist 640 Distance between head 1/nozzle row A and head 2/nozzle row A

16 H46dist 640 Distance between head 1/nozzle row A and head 2/nozzle row A

17 H68dist 640 Distance between head 1/nozzle row A and head 2/nozzle row A

18 PULLpos 25 Idle suction position (in increments of 0.1 mm)

19 Hdhight 0 Reference head height

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 No. Indication Set value Description Remarks

20 FEEDadj 25 X feed pulse correction

(in increments of 1 dot)

21 V1BiADJ 0 Correction base value for V1 waveform Y direction shuttle movement

(in increments of 1 dot)

22 V2BiADJ 0 Correction base value for V2 waveform Y direction shuttle movement

(in increments of 1 dot)

23 N1BiADJ 0 Correction base value for N1 waveform Y direction shuttle movement

(in increments of 1 dot)

24 N2BiADJ 0 Correction base value for N2 waveform Y direction shuttle movement

(in increments of 1 dot)

25 V1HBiAJ 6 Correction value for V1 waveform doubled shuttle movement

(in increments of 1 dot)

26 V2HBiAJ 4 Correction base value for V2 waveform doubled shuttle movement

(in increments of 1 dot)

27 RESERVE 0 RESERVE

• • •
• • •
• • •

54 RESERVE 0 RESERVE

55 Ext.CND 0 Command extension 0: Disabled

1: Enabled

56 FEEDlow 30 Long direction feed rate (1mm/s) Medium feed speed when
total feed is 9 mm or
more
57 PAGE 0 Page length clip Indicates the action when
0: The page length command is activated,and clipping is done the plot length exceeds
on the page. the page length.
n: The page length command is inactivated, the plot is plotted and
a margin is added at the rear end.

58 X SIZE 5000 Initial value for X medium size (Unit: cm) Maximum plot limit
when roll paper is set

59 MD1284 0 Selects the IEEE1284 receive speed. 0: High speed

1: Low speed

60 MECAsiz 0 Mechanical size 0: 54 inch

1: 63 inch
2: 74 inch

61 HASH 0 Hash check pass 0: check pass

(forced startup)
1: check pass & survo
motor OFF

62 SUPPORT 0 Adjusting function extention 2: Released

3: Released + English

63 INITIAL 0 Initialization 1: All parameters are

initialized.
2: Only system parameter
3: All parameters are
secret.

• When [1.All parameters are initialized] is selected for NO.63 INITIAL, note that the
values of the Adjustment parameter and Head parameter are also cleared.
REMOTE/LOCAL + FUNCTION --> Adjusting function extension
ENTER + or + --> Enter the system parameter
REMOTE/LOCAL --> Varsion up mode

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 [Operation]

1) FUNCTION Select the PARAMETER.

# PARAMETER < ENT > Press the ENTER key.

2) Select the &SYSTEM PRM” pressing the

# PARAMETER
FUNCTION key.
SYSTEN PRM < ent >
Press the ENTER key.

3) # SYSTEM PARAMETER Select a parameter item using the or

0=0 COMP. X key.

# SYSTEM PARAMETER
62 = 0 SUPPORT

•
•
•

4) Press the ENTER key to permit the value

# SYSTEM PARAMETER
62 = 0 0 to be changed.

5) Change the value using the or key.

# SYSTEM PARAMETER
62 = 0 2

6) # SYSTEM PARAMETER
Press the ENTER key to store the value.
62 = 2 SUPPORT

7) Press the key to exit from the

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 4-5-2. INK PARAMETER 1

This is not used in the field.

Never change the value.

4-5-3. INK PARAMETER 2

This is not used in the field.

Never change the value.

4-5-4. MAINTENANCE PARAMETER

This is not used in the field.

Never change the value.

4-5-5. SERVO PARAMETER

This is not used in the field.

Never change the value.

4-5-6. ADJUSTMENT PARAMETER

Parameters are present for each waveform plot. The value of each parameter canbe changed
and stored automatically through adjustment.

4-5-7. INFORMATION PARAMETER

This is not used in the field.

Never change the value.

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 4-6. Uploading and Downloading Parameters

This host computer and the plotter can be connected through the IEEE1284 or IEEE1394
interface to allow parameter loading the plotter to the host computer and parameter registration
from the host computer to the plotter.

1. The function to load parameters from the plotter to the host computer (referred to as
Upload hereafter)
2. The function to transfer parameters from the host computer to the plotter (referred to as
Download hereafter)

Plotter

1 2
Upload Download

Host computer

4-6-1. UPLOAD (Plotter >>> Computer)

• To realize this function, the following item is required.
OS : Windows2000
Cable: IEEE1394 interface cable
Tool: F/W Update Tool software
[Operation]
1) Connect the plotter and the host computer
through the IEEE1394 interface cable.

2) BOOT Turn ON the power while holding down the

and key.

3) Upload is ready.
UP&DOWNLOAD
READY!

4) Perform Upload using the F/W Update Tool

∗ ∗ ∗ UPLOADING ∗ ∗ software.
Transfer parameters to the host computer.
To cancel the operation, press the
key.

5) UP&DOWNLOAD END If the operation is successfully completed, the

POWER OFF message shown at left appears.

6) Turn OFF the power of the plotter.

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 4-6-2. DOWNLOAD (Computer >>> Plotter)

• To realize this function, the following item is required.

OS : Windows2000, WindowsNT
Cable: IEEE1394 interface cable, Pararel interface cable
Tool: F/W Update Tool software

[Operation]
1) Connect the plotter and the host computer
through the IEEE1394 interface cable or the
pararel interface cable.

2) BOOT Turn ON the power while holding down the

and key.

3) UP&DOWNLOAD Download is ready.

READY!

4) ∗ ∗ DOWNLOADING ∗ ∗
Perform Download using the F/W Update Tool
software.
Receive data from the host computer.
To cancel the operation, press the
key.

UP&DOWNLOAD END
5) POWER OFF If the operation is successfully completed, the
message shown at left appears.

6) Turn OFF the power of the plotter.

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 Error messages
If an error occurs, quit F/W Update Tool software and then turn OFF the poser of the plotter.

Error message Cause Remedy

Command error Check wheter interface connection is normal.

ERROR COMMAND Turn OFF the power and then turn it back ON.
POWER OFF

Parameter error Check wheter the file selected on the host computeer is for
ERROR PARAMETER JV4.
POWER OFF Turn OFF the power and then turn it back ON.

ERROR DATA Data error Check wheter the contents of the file selected on the host
computer are normal and not defective.
POWER OFF
Turn OFF the power and then turn it back ON.

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 4-7. Updating the firmware

This device permits updating of the firmware through the IEEE1394 interface or the IEEE1284
interface from the computer. Use a specialized F/W downloader.

• You may download F/W downloader from our Web site on the Internet.
(URL: http://www.mimaki.co.jp/)

4-7-1. The firmware in this unit

This unit consists of the following 2 firmware components; the versions of both can be updated
through the interface.
Mechanical side firmware ........ This firmware controls the machine main unit. It is
downloaded onto the main PCB.
Interface side firmware............. This firmware controls the interface with the host computer.
It is downloaded onto the IEEE1394.

4-7-2. Main unit side firmware version updating file

The F/W version updating floppy disc issued by Development Division of MIMAKI contains
the following 2 files.
1. JV4.ROM ............................ This is the F/W version updating file.
2. FILECHK.EXE ................... This program checks for copying mistakes when the F/W
version updating file is copied to the floppy disc. Be sure to
check every time the file is copied.
You may download F/W version-up file through our Web site on the Internet (URL: http://
www.mimaki.co.jp/). Download one of the following according to your use environment.
The “ ∗∗∗ ” in the file name indicates the version number of F/W.
1. JV4_∗∗∗L.EXE ................... Japanese version for WINDOWS
2. JV4_∗∗∗Z.EXE ................... English version for WINDOWS
3. JV4_∗∗∗.sea .hqx ................ Japanese/English shared version for MAC
Every file is a self-unarchiving compressed file. When unarchived, the file is extracted to the
following five files.
1. JV4.ROM ............................ This is the F/W version updating file.
2. README.TXT ................... This is the version-updating manual in English.
3. READMEJ.TXT ................. This is the version-updating manual in Japanese.

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 4-7-3. Interface side firmware version updating file

The IEEE1394 -interface side F/W version updating froppy disc issued by Development
Division of MIMAKI contains the following 2 files.
1. FWIF∗∗∗.ROM ................... This is the F/W version updating file.
2. FILECHECK.EXE .............. This program checks for copying mistakes when the F/W
version updating file is copied to the floppy disc. Be sure to
check every time the file is copied.
You may download F/W version-up file through our Web site on the Internet (URL: http://
www.mimaki.co.jp/). Download one of the following according to your use environment.
The “ ∗∗∗ ” in the file name indicates the version number of F/W.
1. FWIF∗∗∗L.EXE .................. Japanese version for WINDOWS
2. FWIF∗∗∗Z.EXE .................. English version for WINDOWS
3. FWIF∗∗∗.sea.hqx ................ Japanese/English shared version for MAC
Every file is a self-unarchiving compressed file. When unarchived, the file is extracted to the
following three files.
1. FWIF.ROM ......................... This is the F/W version updating file.
2. README.TXT ................... This is the version-updating manual in English.
3. READMEJ.TXT ................. This is the version-updating manual in Japanese.

4-7-4. Checking the version updating file

When the version-updated file is copied, check the version-updated file for faults using the
file checking function provided by the F/W downloader. Refer to the instruction manual for
the F/W downloader for operating procedures.

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 4-7-5. Updating procedure

The procedure is the same on both the mechanical side and the interface side.

[Operation]

1) BOOT Turn on the power to the plotter.

2) Press the REMOTE/LOCAL key while the firm-ware

version is being shown on the LCD.
F/W UPDATING
This device will then be placed in the data waiting
∗ TRANSMIT START ∗
state.

3) F/W UPDATING Send the version-updating file from the PC

∗ ∗ ∗ RECEIVE ∗ ∗ ∗ using the transmitting function of the F/W
downloader.
The indication given on the left will appear on
the LCD when the device received the data.
(In the case of the mechanical side version
updating file, the *** at both ends flashes.)

4) F/W UPDATING When all the data are received, the data is
∗ DOWNLOADING ∗ written into the flash ROM.

5) In the case of the mechanical side Upon completion of the writing, the version of
version updating the firmware written into the ROM will be
F/W UPDATING shown on the LCD.
MECA LOAD [ v 2. 0 0 ]

6) In the case of the interface side Re-turn on the power to the plotter.
version updating
F/W UPDATING
I / F LOAD [ v 2. 0 0 ]

• Do not turn the power OFF while the data is written into the flash ROM.
There is a danger of damaging the PCB.

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 Error messages when updating the version on the mechanical side
Error message Cause Remedy

E80 ROM0 ERASE Data stored in the ROM could not be erased. Replace the main PCB with a new
one.
E81 ROM1 ERASE Data stored in the ROM could not be erased.

E82 h ' ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Data could not be written into the ROM.

E83 h ' ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Data could not be written into the ROM.

E84 h ' ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Data written into the ROM are wrong.

E85 ROM HASH Data written into the ROM has errors.

Error message when updating the version on the interface side

Error message Cause Remedy

E90 h ' ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Data stored in the ROM can not be erased. Replace the interface PCB with a
new one.

E91 < Skipped No. >

E92 h ' ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ ∗ Data cannot be written into the ROM. Replace the interface PCB with a
new one.

E93 < Skipped No. >

E95 MODE It is not possible to enter version updating mode. Repeat the version updating from
the beginning.

E97 < Skipped No. >

E98 TRANSE ∗ ∗ The received data are not for the interface. Check the version updating file.

Error messages that apply to both the mechanical side and the interface side
Error message Cause Remedy

E70 FPGA Data received are not the program file. Replace the main PCB with a new
one.
E71 SD-RAM Abnormal conditions have arisen on the D-RAM.

E73 < Skipped No. >

E74 TRANS DATA Data received are not the program file. Check the version updating file.

E75 I/F NONE The interface board has not been loaded on the Load the interface board on the
device. device.

E76 I/F INITIAL Abnormal conditions have arisen on the interface Replace the interface board with a
board. new one.

E77 I/F BOARD A error occured in communication between the main

PCB and the interface board.

E78 HOST I/F A time limit exceeded erro occured in communication Check the cable and the host
between the host computer and the interface board. computer.

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 4-8. Maintenance menu tree

#ADJUST PRN.adjust2 X DIRECTION

Y Si.
Y Re.
Y BI.
TST print
FINE Y Si.
Y Re.
Y Bi.
FINAL
HEAD ADJUST SLANTadjust
R/F HEADadj
HEAD U/Dadj
WASH all, REAR, FRONT
SELECT CLEANING all, REAR, FRONT Standard
Strong
Soft
REPLACE COUNTER CARTRIDGE (color 1 ~ 12)
SCAN COUNT
DRAW AREA
USE TIME
SETUP PRM
DEFAULT SET INK PRM. 1
INK PRM. 2
MAINTE PRM
SERVO PRM
ADJUST PRM
INFO PRM
INK SETUP No selective item
CAPPING No selective item
HEAD ID HEAD. 1
HEAD. 2
HEAD. 3
HEAD. 4
HEAD. 5
HEAD. 6
ADJUST EDGE CLEAR
DRAW
500mm SQUARE CLEAR
DRAW
SET QUALITY DPI
QUALITY
PASS
High SPEED
MEDIA COMP2 No selective item

#TEST
CHK PATTERN 100%
50%
25%
6.25%
NOZZLE
COLOR
FEED

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 PARAM. DRAW SYSTEM PRM
INK PRM.1
INK PRM.2
MAINTE PRM
SERVO PRM
ADJUST PRM
INFO PRM
ALL PATTERN. No selective item
X SERVO No selective item
Y SERVO No selective item
XY SERVO No selective item
ACTION TEST FAN MOTOR
Y CUTTER
COOLING FAN
ROLL MOTOR
SENSOR TEST SET LEVER
REAR PAPER
Y-ORIGIN
CAPPING
STATION
WIPER
FRONT COVER
X-ORIGIN
INK END TEST
INK PACK TEST
PAPER sensor No selective item
KEYBOARD No selective item
DISPLAY test No selective item
LCD TEST No selective item
PUMP MOTOR PUMP. 1,2,3,4
Dir
STEPcnt
STEP.pps
TIMER check DATE
TIME
MEMORY check SDRAM
S–RAM
F–ROM
I/F S–RAM
SKEW CHECK No selective item
TEMP CHECK Ta1-6, Tj1A-Tj6A, Tj1B-Tj6B
ENCODER No selective item

#PARAMETER SYSTEM PRM Total 64 items ................ Refer to “4-5-1. SYSTEM PRM”
INK PARAMETER1 Total 80 items ................ This is not used in the field.
INK PARAMETER2 Total 100 items .............. This is not used in the field.
MENT PARAMETER Total 96 items ................ This is not used in the field.
SERVO PARAMETER Total 64 items ................ This is not used in the field.
ADJ PARAMETER Total 25 items ................ This is not used in the field.
INFO PARAMETER Total 96 items ................ This is not used in the field.

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 CHAPTER 5
DISASSEMBLING /
ASSEMBLING PROCEDURE

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 5-1. Disassembly and assembly

5-1-1. Front cover assy., Y cover, SR cover, YR cover and Right cover

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No. 2 for M3 to M5)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Move the left front cover pin and then pull out the front cover.
2) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the Y cover.
3) Remove the SR cover.
4) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the YR cover.

• Before removing the YR cover, be sure to remove the cable because the cable of the
front cover sensor assembly is clamped on the back of the YR cover.

5) Remove the screw (B4 x 10Ni), then remove the right cover.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

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 Rear cover L
B3 x6Bk

B3x6Bk
Y-cover
P3x8SMW Rear cover R

B3x6Bk

Y-cover stay

B3x6Ni
YR cover
P3 x8SMW
B3x6Ni
B3x6Ni
Front cover U
P3x8SMW Ni
B3x6Ni B3 x6Ni
B4 x10Ni Right cover
Sub side
plate R P3x8SMW Ni
assy.

Right side
plate
Front cover
B4x10Ni

P3x8SMW Ni
SR cover

SR cover BKT 1
B3x6Bk
P3x6SMW
SR cover BKT 2
B4x6Bk
Under cover U

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 5-1-2. Keyboard assy. and IO PCB assy.

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No. 2 for M3 to M5)

[Disassembling procedure]
<Keyboard PCB>
1) Remove the right cover.
2) Remove the keyboard cable assy.
3) Remove the screw (P4 x 6SMW), then remove the keyboard base from right side plate.
4) Remove the screw (TP3 x 8), then remove the keyboard PCB assy. from keyboard base.
5) Remove the keyboard PCB from keyboard panel.

<IO PCB>
1) Remove the screw (B4 x 10Bk), then remove the IO cover.
2) Remove the cables of the sensor and motor connected to the IO PCB assembly.
3) Remove the screw (P3 x 8SMW), then remove the IO PCB assy. from under flame.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.
KB seat
LCD cover
KB panel
Key top
KB PCB assy.

KB cable assy.
TP3 x8
to Main PCB
assy. CN5

KB base

Right side plate

Under flame
TP3 x8

IO PCB assy.

to Fan motor 3 assy.

to Fan motor 2 assy.
to Fan motor 1 assy. to Take-up device
to Wiper sensor assy. junction cable assy.
to Under point sensor assy.
to IO cable assy.
to Paper sensor assy.
to Clamp sensor assy. to Station motor assy.
to Origin sensor assy. to Pump motor 4 assy.
to Pump motor 1 assy. to Wiper motor assy.
to Pump motor 2 assy. to Pump motor 3 assy.

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 5-1-3. Platen cover F/R, Fan motor assy., and Paper sensor R assy.

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No. 2 for M3 to M5)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the platen cover F. (B3 x 6Ni)
2) Remove the screw (B3 x 6SMW), then remove the fan motor BKT from under flame.
3) Remove the screw (F3 x 8Bk), then remove the fan motor assy. from fan motor BKT.

• Note that cables with different lengths are used for the three fan motors (four fan
motors with the JV4-180) depending on the mounting position.

4) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the platen cover R.
5) Remove the screw (P3 x 6Ni), then remove the paper sensor R BKT from under flame.
6) Remove the screw (B3 x 10Bk), then remove the paper sensor R assy. from the paper
sensor R BKT

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.
Media guide shaft

Media guide Platen cover R

Platen rubber

P-cover F rubber

B3 x6Ni

B3 x6Ni

Platen cover F
P cover BKT 2

Platen F
Media guide shaft Media guide
Paper sensor
assy.
B3 x6Ni
B3 x6Ni B3 x10Bk
Support assy
to IO PCB assy.
Fan motor P3 x6SMW CN4
BKT
B3 x6Ni
Paper sensor
R BKT
Fan motor assy.
P-cover BKT
F3 x8Bk
Grommet

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 5-1-4. X-motor assy.

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the SL cover.
2) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the YL cover.
3) Remove the left cover.
4) Loosen the screw (P4 x 8SMW) in the X-motor BKT from the left side plate.
5) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) from the X-motor BKT, then remove the X-motor assy.
* Adjust Y-timing belt : Refer to [6-2-5. Adjustment of the X-motor belt tension] P.6-11

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

X-Origin sensor assy.

B3 x10Bk
to Main PCB assy. CN20
P4 x8SMW

Bearing
Pulley stopper

SSWP4
TN15-20 Pulley
P3 x6SMW
Bushing

XM BKT SSWP4

P4 x8SMW P4 x8SMW
Bearing holder 1
Bearing

Bearing

P3 x6SMW X-joing shaft

XM BKT

SSWP4

TN-15-160 Pulley X-axis motor assy.

Left side plate

to Main PCB assy. CN6,7

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 5-1-5. X-pulley and paper feed roller (Do not disassemble)

• Do not remove the X-pulley because it is positioned precisely. Do not loosen the set
screws (SSWP4 X 4).
• Do not loosen the set screws (SSWP3 X 3) because the two protruded rollers are
positioned precisely.

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 5-1-6. Y-motor assy., Y-timing long belt and Y-timing belt

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Remove the front cover , Y cover, SR cover, YR cover and the right cover.
2) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the SL cover.
3) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the YL cover.
4) Remove the left cover.
5) Remove the screw (P4 x 10SMW) , then remove the YM-top plate assy.
6) Remove the electrical unit cover and then remove the harness
7) Remove the screw (P4 x 10SMW) , then remove the screw from the Y-motor assy.
8) Remove two YM-spacers and replace the Y-motor assy.

Follow the procedure given below to replace the Y-timing belt and the Y-timing long belt.
1) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Bk,P4 x 8SMW), then remove the head cover assy.and the head
UD BKT assy.
2) Remove the left cover, loosen the tension screw until there is no tension, then remove the
Y-tension pulley assy.
P4 x10SMW
3) Remove the screw (P4 x 2SMW) on
the slider from belt holder, then pull P4 x8SMW

the belt holder assy. D-bracket U

4) Remove the Y-timing long belt assy. O-ring

from the Y bar and then replace it.
Y-drive pulley

Follow the procedure given below to

replace the Y-timing belt. P4 x10SMW

1) Remove the screw (P4 x 10SMW) ,

P3 x6SMW
then remove the D BKT U from the
Bearing
right-side plate.
2) Replace the Y-timing belt.
* Adjust Y-timing belt : P4 x10SMW
Refer to [6-2-4. Adjustment of the
Right-side plate YM-top plate
Y-motor belt tension] P.6-10
Belt

[Assembling procedure] YM-spacer

• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

P4 x10SMW
D-BKT

DM-pulley
SSWP4

Y-axis motor assy. to Main PCB assy.

CN8,9

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 5-1-7. Head cover, Slider PCB and Linear encoder PCB assy. / scale

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)
• Phillips screwdriver (No.1 for M2)
• Box wrench (opposite side distance: 5.5 mm)
• Phillips screwdriver (for removing SP)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using
the JOG key.
2) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the front cover and the Y cover.
3) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Bk), then remove the head cover.
4) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW), then remove the FPC cover.
5) Remove all of the harnesses on the slider PCB.
6) Remove all of the spacers (SQ-25) that hold the slider PCB.
7) Replace the slider PCB.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

FPC cover

P3 x6SMW

to Cutter actuator assy.

to HDC-4Head PCB assy.
to Linear encoder assy. CN2~6
to HDC-2Head PCB assy.
to Cap sensor assy.
CN3~4

to Paper width sensor assy.

Spacer

Slider PCB assy.

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 Follow the procedure given below to replace the linear encoder PCB assy.

• After replacing the linear encoder PCB assy, be careful not to contact the linear en-
coder PCB scale. (Refer to the adjustment items.)

1) Remove the harness of the linear encoder PCB assy from the slider PCB.
2) Remove the screw (P3 x 8SMW) on the slider from the L-sensor BKT assy.
3) Remove the screw (P2 x 12), then remove the linear encoder PCB from the L-sensor BKT
assy., then replace it.
4) Pull the Y-timing long belt assy. from the Y bar and replace it.

Follow the procedure given below to replace the linear encoder PCB scale.

• After replacing the linear encoder PCB scale, be careful not to contact the linear
encoder PCB scale. (Refer to the adjustment items.)

1) Remove the YR cover and the YL cover.

2) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the scale spring on on the left side of the Y
bar.
3) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Ni), then remove the linear encoder scale from the main unit,
then remove the scale hook and the scale holder L.
4) Replace the linear encoder scale.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

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 Slider stopper L Scale holder P3 x6SMW
H-axis hold shaft

B3 x6SMW

Slider PCB BKT

Scale spring
B3 x6Ni Scale hook
P3 x6SMW
Shaft holder
Linear encoder scale assy.
CS3 x8SMW

SS flat 3 to Slicer PCB assy.

CN29

P2 x12
Linear bushing
Linear encoder PCB assy.
L sensor BKT

Shaft holder
Slider

CS3 x8SMW
Linear bushing
TDK bearing

Head base

Mounting position of the linear encoder PCB

Attach the linear encoder PCB assy so that the mounting position (overlapping condition
to the linear scale) satisfies the following rough standard over the entire scale. Also check
1) and 2) below.

1) The following overlapping condition is met at the right, center, and left of the device.
2) The linear scale is positioned approximately at the center of the sensor's recessed section
but does not contact the wall.

About:1±0.5mm
Optical axis Optical axis

Linear encoder
Linear scale

Front view Side view

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 5-1-8. Print head

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)
• Phillips screwdriver (No.1 for M2)
• Nippers (for removing SP)
• Box wrench (Bondhus type, opposite side distance: 2.5 mm, polarized)
• Small Phillips screwdriver (for removing Damper)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Turn ON the power of the device and then enter the ID of the head to be replaced in
advance.
2) Fill up the ink to the head replaced.
3) Move the slider to the center of the platen using the JOG key.
4) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the front cover, the Y cover and the head
cover.
5) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) and then remove the head cover BKT.
6) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) and then remove the damper holder.
7) Remove the damper assy. of the print head to replace.
8) Remove the screw (P2 x 8SMW) from the print head assy. to replace.
9) Remove the screw (B3x 10Bk) from the angle spring and remove it.
9) Pull out the print head assy together with the damper holder to remove the FPC.
10) Replace the print head.
11) Fill up the ink.
12) Adjust the head position. (Refer to [6-6-2. Adjustment of the head] P.6-12)

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

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 to Slider PCB assy.

to Slider PCB assy.

Damper holder

Damper holder

Print head

Print head
P2 x 8SMW

Adjuster

P2 x 8SMW

Adjusing spring

Angle spring
Head adjusing screw

Head adjusing
screw
B3 x 10Bk
Adjusing spring

Adjuster
P4 x 12SMW

Adjusing spring Head bracket

Angle spring
Head adjusing
B3 x 10Bk
screw

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 5-1-9. Main FPC cable assy.

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)
• Phillips screwdriver (No.1 for M2)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using
the JOG key.
2) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the front cover, the Y cover.
3) Remove the screw (P3 x 6Bk) and then remove the head cover.
4) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) and then remove the FPC cover. Pull out it from the
slider PCB.
5) Remove the electrical unit cover and then pull out the main FPC cable from HDC PCB.
(HDC : upside 5 , downside 2)
6) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) and then remove the FPC ground board and the FPC
holder.
7) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) to remove the FPC guide plate from the slider PCB BKT
and then remove the cable clamp.
8) Remove the main FPC cable assy. from the cable bearing.
9) Replace the main FPC cable assy.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

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 5-1-10. Cutter solenoid assy. and the paper width sensor PCB assy.

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using
the JOG key.
2) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the front cover, the Y cover.
3) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) and then remove the FPC cover, the cutter solenoid
harness and the paper width sensor harness.
4) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Bk) and then remove the cutter cover.
5) Remove the screw (B3 x 8SMW) and then remove the cutter assy.
6) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Bk) for mountaing the cutter solenoid assy.
7) Pull down the cutter solenoid assy and replace it.

Follow the procedure given below to replace the paper width sensor PCB assy.
1) Remove the the paper width sensor assy. from the cutter BKT.
(Only the one fixed by the notch of sensor.)

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.
B3 x 6Bk
Cutter cover

E-ring
Cutter unit base

Height adjusting pin

P3 x 10SMW

P3 x 8SMW

E-ring
Pin guide

E-ring
Pin spring
Cutter shaft

Extension spring
B3 x 6Bk

Cutter BKT to Slider PCB assy.

Cutter holder CN32
to Slider PCB assy.
CN28
Cutter holder
Paper width sensor assy.
Cutter L
Cap sensor assy.
to Slider PCB assy. CN31
Cutter roller

Cutter actuator assy.

Cutter screw

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 5-1-11. Cap assy.

• Do not make mistake on the orientation of the Cap assy.

• Do not attach the Cap assy. with the Cap SP removed.

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)
• Small slotted screwdriver (for removing the cap housing U)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using
the JOG key.
2) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the SR cover, the YR cover.
3) Remove the screw (TP3 x 12F) and then remove the cap housing U.
After removing the screw, you can remove cap housing U by pressing the fitting notch
using a slotted screwdriver.
4) Disconnect the tube (black) and pump tube (white) of the Cap assy. removed.
5) Remove the cap assy. and replace it.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

TP3 x 12F

Fitting notch

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 5-1-12. Station sensor assy., Capping sensor assy. and Wipersensor assy.

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5, L=260 more)
• Small slotted screwdriver (for removing the sensor)

[Disassembling procedure]
<Station sensor assy.>
1) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the SR cover, the YR cover and the right
cover.
2) Remove the cable connected to the station sensor assy.
3) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) and the D-point sensor BKT together with sensor.
4) Remove the station sensor from the D-point sensor BKT and replace it.

<Capping sensor assy.>

• When attaching the capping sensor assy., press it until the notch fits into place.

1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using
the JOG key.
2) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the head cover.
3) Remove the cable connected to the capping sensor assy.
4) Remove the capping sensor assy. by twisting it.

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 <Wiper sensor assy.>
1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using
the JOG key.
2) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the SR cover, the YR cover and the right
cover.
3) Remove the cable connected to the wiper sensor assy.
4) Remove the screw (P3 x 6SMW) and the wiper sensor BKT together with sensor.
5) Remove the wiper sensor from the wiper sensor BKT and replace it.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

Wiper gear S

Belt
Wiper bracket S

P3 x 6SMW
P3 x 6SMW Wiper sensor bracket S

E-ring P3 x 6SMW

Wiper gear S

SSWP3 x 3
Wiper sensor assy.

to IO PCB assy.
CN6

Wiper motor assy.

Station motor
gear P3 x 6SMW

to IO PCB assy.
CN26
Wiper motor bracket S

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 5-1-13. IEEE1394 PCB, Main PCB, HDC-4 Head PCB assy., HDC-2 Head PCB assy.
and Power PCB

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)
• Box wrench (opposite side distance: 5.5 mm)

[Disassembling procedure]
<IEEE1394 PCB>
1) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the electrical unit cover.
2) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Bk) and remove the IEEE1394 PCB together with connection
board.

Follow the procedure given below to replace the main PCB.

1) Remove all of the cables connected to the main PCB.
2) Remove the screw (P3 x 8SMW, SQ-30, the screw for the pararell connector) and remove
the main PCB.

Follow the procedure given below to replace the power PCB.

1) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Bk, P3 x 6SMW) and remove the main PCB BKT.
2) Remove all of the cables connected to the power PCB.
3) Remove the screw (P3 x 8SMW) and remove the poser PCB.

B3 x 6Bk
Electrical unit cover

I/F connection board assy.

to Cover sensor assy. 1394 PCB assy.
to Maintenance cover sensor assy.
to Y-axis motor assy.
to X-motor junction cable assy.
to Y-axis motor assy.
to X-motor junction cable assy.
P3 x 8SMW
to HDC-4Head PCB assy. CN1

to HDC-2Head PCB assy. CN1

to X-origin sensor assy.

to IO PCB assy. CN1

to Keyboard PCB assy. CN2 Spacer

to Power PCB assy. CN2
P3 x 8SMW
to Ink sensor PCB assy. CN17

to Ink sensor PCB assy. CN17

INK FPC2 assy. INK FPC1 assy.

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 <HDC-4 Head PCB assy.>
1) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the electrical unit cover.
2) Remove all of the cables connected to the HDC-4 Head PCB assy.
3) Remove the screw (P3 x 8SMW) and remove the HDC-4 Head PCB assy.

Follow the procedure given below to replace the HDC-2 Head PCB assy.
1) Remove the Protection plate.
2) Remove all of the cables connected to the HDC-2 Head PCB assy.
3) Remove the screw (SQ-60) and remove the HDC-2 Head PCB assy.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

Cooling fan motor assy.

Nut HDC-4Head PCB assy.

Main FPC1 assy.

To Main PCB assy
PN18

HDC FPC assy. P3 x8SMW

Spacer
Main FPC2 assy.
to Main PCB assy. to Power switch
CN19
DC cable assy.
to Main PCB assy.
CN1
P3 x8SMW

Plotection
Plate

HDC-2Head PCB assy. Power supply assy.

P4 x8SMW

FG cable assy.

Cartridge cover R

P4 x8SMW

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 5-1-14. Ink supply tube (inside diameter: ø2mm)

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)

[Disassembling procedure]
1) Turn ON the power of the device and then move the slider to the center of the platen using
the JOG key.
2) Turn OFF the power supply switch, remove the front cover, the Y cover and the head
cover.
3) Pull the ink damper for replaced tube from the head.
4) Loosen the screw and then send back the ink inside the tube to the cartridge.
5) Remove the screw (B3 x 6Bk) and then remove the bear cover L/R and remove the screw
for the ink supply tube ( ø2,ø3 ).
6) Pull the ink supply tube to replace from the cable bear and replace it.

[Assembling procedure]
• Assembly is reverse of disassembly.

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 CHAPTER 6

ADJUSTMENT

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 6-1. Adjusting item list

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 6-2. Adjusting item

6-2-1. Adjustment of the cutter height

[The case that needs adjustment]

• The case where the cutter assy has been detached

[Tools to be used]
Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)

[Adjusting procedure]
1) Loosen a screw on the cutter assy for the slider.
2) Move the Cutter assy up and down so that the gap between the cutting edge and platen
becomes 1.5 to 2mm.
3) Loosen a screw on the cutter assy.

* After cutter height adjustment, alwais perform the adjustment of the edge.

Cutter assy mounting screw

1.5mm to 2mm

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 6-2-2. Adjustment of the station position
(Forward and backward position of Cap/ Bottom position of Cap/ Capping height/ Wiping Y/
Wiping height)

[The case that needs adjustment]

• In the case where the station assy is removed from
• In the case of ink filling or cleaning is not performed normally
• In the case where the capping sensor of the station sensor has been replaced

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)

[Adjusting procedure]
Adjustment of the station position Follow the steps below to perform adjustment of station
position.
1) Assembling adjustment (Forward and backward position of Capping)
2) Operation adjustment (Adjustment operation (Forward and backward position of Cap,
Bottom position of Cap, Capping height, Wiping Y,Wiping height)
3) Adjustment of the station position

• Although the operation adjustment is serialized, correct adjustment values are written
to parameters only if the operation adjustment is performed through to the end.
Therefore, be sure to make adjustment through to the end.
• In operation adjustment, set the head height to the bottom position.

1. Assembling adjustment (forward and backward position of Capping)

1) Turn OFF the power of the device and then rotate the station gear to lower the Cap.
2) Observing from the right side of the device, make sure that the center of the Cap agrees
with the center of the head.
3) If NG results, move the head on the platen, loosen the mounting screws of the station assy,
then move the entire assy back and forth to adjust the position.

Mounting screws
Forward and backward Forward and backward
position of Cap (top view) position of Cap (right side view)

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 2. Operation adjustment
The Capping position adjustment operation is serialized as follows:

# ADJUST
CAPPING < ent >

HEAD height Make sure that the head is at the bottom position and
LOW ?< > YES then select [>Yes].

1. Bottom position of Cap

# ADJUST
(adjustment value = 250 to 380)
LOWER POS. =∗∗∗
If the Cap is removed, check the station sensor and
station belt (cam phase).

# ADJUST 2. Cap Y
CAP POS. =∗.∗

# ADJUST
3. Capping height
CAP HEIGHT =∗.∗ (adjustment value = 1.0 to 2.2)
If the Cap is removed, check the station sensor and
station belt.

# ADJUST
4. Wiping Y
WIPER POS. =∗.∗

# ADJUST 5. Wiping height (adjustment value = 3.2 to 4.2)

WIPER height =∗.∗

1. Bottom point of Cap

Adjust the bottom position of Cap, using the or key.

When the cam is oriented

to the bottom, the Cap is
at the bottom position.

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 2. Cap Y
Adjust Cap Y so that the center of the Cap agrees with the center of the head, using the
or key.

3. Cap height
Adjust the Cap height at which the Cap contacts the head, using the or key.

The section below the

taper section of the
Cap is hidden

Front view, enlarged

4. Wiping Y
Adjust Wiping Y so that the center of the wiper agrees with the center of the head, using the
or key.

Press the
key to move the wiper
back and forth.

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 5. Wiping height
Adjust the Wiping height so that the top 1mm (±0.5mm) of the wiper contacts the head, using
the or key.

Press the
key to move the wiper
back and forth.

3. Station position check

1) With the power of the device turned ON, set an appropriate media and then move the head on
the platen using the JOG key.

2) Place plain paper (180x70mm) on the Cap assy.

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 3) Press the key to enter the flashing mode.
Set Shot to 5000000 (maximum value) and then press the key. Flashing operation
is performed on the Cap automatically.

1. Return the head 2. Flashing 3. Move the head

to on cap. on platen.

4) Press the plain paper with your hand to make a mark of the Cap and then remove it.
If the gap between the Cap and flashing is 0.5mm or more, the result is OK; otherwise, re-
adjust the forward and backward position of the Cap.
0.5mm or more
0.5mm or more

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 6-2-3. Adjustment of the Linear sensor PCB assy height

[The case that needs adjustment]

• In the case where the Linear sensor PCB assy has been replaced
• In the case where the Linear encoder scale has been replaced

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)

[Adjusting procedure]
1) Loosen the screws in the X-motor bracket.
2) Within the movable range of the slider, move the assy up and down so that the gap between
the linear encoder scale and linear sensor PCB is about 1mm±0.5mm.

Mounting screw Linear sensor PCB assy

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 6-2-4. Adjustment of the Y-motor belt tension

[The case that needs adjustment]

• In the case where the Y-motor total assy is removed

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)
• Tension gauge (Max. 300gf or more)
• Scale (L=150)

[Adjusting procedure]
1) Loosen the screw in the Y-motor total assy.
2) Adjust the Y motor total assy position so that when the middle of the timing belt is pressed
down with 300gf, it bends between 1.2mm and 1.5mm, then fix in the place.

300 gf
Bending amount 1.2mm to 1.5mm

Y-motor total assy mounting screw

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 6-2-5. Adjustment of the X-motor belt tension

[The case that needs adjustment]

• In the case where the X-motor total assy is replaced.

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)
• Tension gauge (Max. 300gf or more)
• Scale (L=150)

[Adjusting procedure]
1) Loosen the screw in the X-motor total assy.
2) Adjust the Y motor total assy position so that when the middle of the timing belt is pressed
down with 300gf, it bends between 1.2mm and 1.5mm, then fix in the place.

300 gf
Bending amount 2mm to 2.5mm

X-motor BKT
mounting screw

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 6-2-6. Adjustment of the head (head angle / head stagger)

[The case that needs adjustment]

• In the case where the head is replaced

[Tools to be used]
• Phillips screwdriver (No.2 for M3 to M5)
• Phillips screwdriver (No.1 for M2)
• Small Slotted screwdriver
• Hexagon wrench (opposite side distance: 2.5mm, Bondhus type polarized)
• Magnifier (Magnification of approx. 50)

[Adjusting procedure]

• Make adjustment in the following order with the head lowered to the bottom position.

Follow the steps below.

1. Adjustment of the head angle / [SLANT adjust]. (for each head, six positions)
2. Adjustment of the head angle / [REAR/FRONT adjust]. (for each head, three positions)
(3. Adjustment of the dot position / [PRINT adjust2], operation adjustment)

1. Adjustment of the head angle

Rear Head = Head 1,3,5

Head Scan

Front Head = Head 2,4,6

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 (1) Select [#ADJUSTMENT - HEAD ADJUST - FRONT or REAR] and then print
the adjustment pattern to glossy media. (Select the side including the replaced
head.)

4scan
3scan
2scan
1scan
Head 1 or 2 Head 3 or 4 Head 5 or 6

(2) Check the head tilt with a magnifying glass and then turn the tilt adjustment
screw according to the tilt direction. As a rough standard, the head tilts 50µm
for each screw rotation.

Mounting
Screws

Tilt adjuster

Tilt adjustment screw

* Care is required when using a magnifying glass because of

horizontal and vertical inversion.

1) Good condition

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 2) Bad condition (Turn the screw clockwise.)

3) Bad condition (Turn the screw counterclockwise.)

2. Stagger adjustment
(1) Select [#ADJUSTMENT - HEAD ADJUST - FRONT or REAR (K_M_c)] and then print
the adjustment pattern to glossy media. (Print the block including the replaced head.)

REAR Head

FRONT Head

(2) Turn the forward and backward position adjustment screw according to the overlapping
condition of the FRONT and REAR heads. (Move the REAR side to match the FRONT side
or fixed side.) As a rough standard, the head moves 50µm for each screw rotation.

Forward and backward

position mounting screw

Forward and backward

position adjustment screw

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 1) Good condition

REAR Head
141µm±10 m

FRONT Head

2) Bad condition (Turn the screw clockwise.)

REAR Head

FRONT Head

3) Bad condition (Turn the screw counterclockwise.)

REAR Head

FRONT Head

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 D500175-1.00-26102001
©MIMAKI ENGINEERING CO., LTD. 2001

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